Welcome to A Tribe Called Queer the Podcast! This is an occasional biweekly podcast where host Sabine Maxine Lopez, will sit with another queer person and discuss important topics and issues facing the queer community. Visit the website for all things ATC
Season 2 | Episode 11 - In this special LIVE episode Sabine facilitates a workshop on 'Using Self-Care as a Form of Social Justice' in partnership with ProjectQ and Pieter Performance Space. Make a Tax Deductible Donation to ATCQueer: https://www.thefield.org/form/make-donation?sa=628890 www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow ProjectQ: Instagram Website: www.projectq.me Follow Pieter: Instagram Website: https://pieterpasd.com/
This is just a short little bonus to give you some info regarding our upcoming LIVE Episode on February 22, 2021 with Pieter Performance Space & ProjectQ. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://pieterpasd.com/events/monday-night-class-using-___________-as-a-form-of-social-justice-2021-02-22/ VIEW OTHER EVENTS HERE: https://www.atribecalledqueer.com/events www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com PROJECTQ Instagram | Website PIETER Instagram | Website
Season 2 | Episode 10 - In this episode Sabine speaks with Stevie Hannigan and they talk about coming out, running a queer small business, and the collaboration between A Tribe Called Queer & Gay Pin Guys! JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Stevie: Instagram | Instagram Website: www.stevieloveyou.com Mentioned in the Episode: GayPin' Twitch App Clubhouse App Office Ladies Podcast Why Won't You Date Me Podcast Small Doses Podcast Beautiful Anonymous Podcast My Favorite Murder Podcast
Season 2 | Episode 9 - In this episode Sabine speaks with Madin Ray Lopez and they discuss being queer and married. This episode features special guests Rubin & Aja, and quotes from JP & Coral, and The Wrights. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Madin: Instagram | Website Mentioned in the Episode: Questions to Ask Before You Get Married - Oprah.com Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 8 - In this episode Sabine speaks with Jaki Griot and they discuss bisexuality and biphobia in the LGBTQ+ community. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Jaki: Instagram | Instagram Mentioned in the Episode: Hanne Blank - Straight: The Surprisingly Short History Of Heterosexuality Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 7 - In this short episode Sabine speaks with Madin Ray Lopez and they discuss how they would create a Schitt's Creek movie and their love of the show. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Madin: Instagram | Website Bio: Madin Ray Lopez is the founder of ProjectQ. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Madin began doing hair in high school. They knew very early on that they wanted to do hair for a living because it was a reliable career that also allowed them to use their creativity. Having experienced much trauma as a child, Madin made it their life's mission to help LGBTQIA youth. They founded ProjectQ in 2012 after realizing this mission and have since devoted their free time to making this dream become a reality. Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 6 - In this short episode Sabine speaks with Madin Ray Lopez and they discuss the 2020 Election results. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Madin: Instagram | Website Bio: Madin Ray Lopez is the founder of ProjectQ. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Madin began doing hair in high school. They knew very early on that they wanted to do hair for a living because it was a reliable career that also allowed them to use their creativity. Having experienced much trauma as a child, Madin made it their life's mission to help LGBTQIA youth. They founded ProjectQ in 2012 after realizing this mission and have since devoted their free time to making this dream become a reality. Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 5 - Sabine speaks with Madin Ray Lopez and they discuss the effects of being in quarantine. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Madin: Instagram | Website Bio: Madin Ray Lopez is the founder of ProjectQ. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Madin began doing hair in high school. They knew very early on that they wanted to do hair for a living because it was a reliable career that also allowed them to use their creativity. Having experienced much trauma as a child, Madin made it their life's mission to help LGBTQIA youth. They founded ProjectQ in 2012 after realizing this mission and have since devoted their free time to making this dream become a reality. NOTES: This episode was recorded from home and does not have an intro or outro recorded. Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 4 - Sabine speaks with Xochitl and the topic of discussion is Femme Visibility. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com About Xochitl: Bio: Xochitl Oliva (she/her/hers) is a queer librarian, artist, performer, and activist. Her photos have been published in Giant Robot, Zyzzyva, Gothtober, and The Mills Quarterly. She is the illustrator and co-creator of the fine press book, Body of Text, the 2000 winner of the international book arts competition, Love Letter to Guttenberg. She has performed with the feminist performance art collective, Toxic Titties. For years, she was an organizer of Midnight Ridazz, a creative collaborative bicycle ride in Los Angeles. She is a co-founder of Dyke Day LA and the Los Angeles Public Library's LGBTQIA Services Committee. Xochitl was the head of the Los Angeles Public Library's Digitization & Special Collections Department for the last 5 years. She is a graduate of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, Mills College, and UCLA. The center of her Universe is her beautiful talented wife, Mabell. Mentioned In The Episode: 80's Aids Epidemic APLA Toxic Titties Cassils
Season 2 | Episode 3 - Sabine speaks with Bevin and the topic of discussion is Accountability. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Bevin: Instagram | Facebook Bio: After a childhood of bullying about her weight and being different, Bevin worked hard to learn self love and resilience. She started Fat Kid Dance Party aerobics for folks of any size who want to experience joy in the body they have today. She's a Reiki Master Healer and tea enthusiast. Mentioned In The Episode: Fat Kid Dance Party Bevin's Podcast Kinsley Scale Contra Points Letter from Bevin about Fat Mermaid Camp Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 2 - Sabine speaks with Rudy Bleu Garcia and the pic of discussion is Community. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Rudy: Instagram Bio: Rudy "Bleu" Garcia is a 1st generation Los Angeles born and raised Queer Chicano. He is a Mover, Shaker, Organizer, Curator, Zine maker, and gal about town. Known for work with Maricón Collective, bands such as $3Puta and Hot N' Heavy, clubs such as Outré, La Polla Loca, Spunk and the current East LA queer punk club sCUM among others. Rudy began organizing in the late 90's while writing his seminal queer zine Scutter. He was the Producer of RuPaul's DragCon Los Angeles for World of Wonder since its inception in 2015- 2017 and produced the first New York edition in 2017. He has curated group shows at Lethal Amounts Gallery, Charlie James Gallery, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Pasadena Armory Center For The Arts. Performances for Beach Goth 2017 -2019, Queer Noise and currently manages San Cha, Romy, Aaron Marco and visual artist Radriguez. Founded by Rudy “Bleu” Garcia and Ray "Hex-Ray" Sanchez, Club SCUM is a boundary-pushing, community-building, monthly queer punk POC party at Chico, a venue located on the border of East Los Angeles and Montebello. With its focus on diverse drag performers, live music, and identities that don't fit into stereotypes, Club SCUM is a platform that welcomes everyone and provides queer Latinx youth a space to gather, create, dance, sweat, feel safe, and transcend the routines of everyday life. SCUM has produced diverse live music performances throughout Los Angeles and launched a yearly Queer Youth Arts workshop day in 2019. SCUM is also hosted in San Francisco quartet and has been hosted in Mexico City, New York, and Las Vegas. Mentioned In The Episode: Bienestar Club Scum Ru Paul's Drag Con San Cha Upcoming Events: 3/10/20 - My So Called Queer Life 3/22/20 - Scum Pageant at Cobra 4/11/20 - East LA College Workshop at VPAM 4/12/20 - East LA College Workshop at the Armory TBA - Scum 4 Year Anniversary! Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Season 2 | Episode 1 - Sabine speaks with Madin Ray Lopez and they discuss toxic masculinity in the queer community. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Madin: Instagram | Website Bio: Madin Ray Lopez is the founder of ProjectQ. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Madin began doing hair in high school. They knew very early on that they wanted to do hair for a living because it was a reliable career that also allowed them to use their creativity. Having experienced much trauma as a child, Madin made it their life's mission to help LGBTQIA youth. They founded ProjectQ in 2012 after realizing this mission and have since devoted their free time to making this dream become a reality. Mentioned In The Episode: ProjectQ Community Center ProjectQ Salon: Book An Appointment! Touched by a Gay Blade Ramdasha Sabrina Garcia The ProjectQ Collective: Patty Wack Vintage Sharpe Suiting EID Development Justine Gonzalez April Flores Transformative Massage Other Queer People & Business: The Plant Provocateur Bloom & Plume Chani Nicholas Show & Tell Mailing Address for A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 9 - Sabine speaks with Justine Gonzalez and they discuss raising a child while existing as a QTPOC (queer trans person of color). JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Justine: Instagram | Facebook Bio: Justine Gonzalez is a parent, consultant, and an advocate. Most recently she was a candidate for LAUSD School Board and served as President of the City of LA Human Relations Commission. She has staffed the LA Mayor's Office, the Los Angeles LGBT Center, and Equality California. She lives in LA with her daughter who just started Pre-K last year. Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 8 - Sabine speaks with Jules Reyes of Saints of Steel and the topic of discussion is God. *Trigger Warning: Suicide* JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Jules: Instagram | Website Bio: Jules Reyes is a San Francisco based queer woman of color who is passionate about matcha and people. She is the Co-Founder of Saints of Steel, Creator of the Instagram communities @matcha.sf, @matcha.la, @matcha.nyc, and Brand Manager of Jade Leaf Matcha. Mentioned In The Episode: Saints of Steel Jade Leaf Matcha Reparative Therapy If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, please call the Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1 (800) 273-8255 (Open 24/7) or visit Suicide Prevention Lifeline Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 7 - Sabine speaks with Leon Wu of Sharpe Suiting and the topic of discussion is Fashion. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Leon: Instagram | Website Bio: Leon Wu is the CEO and Founder of agender luxury clothing label Sharpe, which creates custom dresswear. Two years ago, inspired by the LGBTQ community, Wu created the trademarked formula AndropometicsTM, which revolutionizes how one measures the body based on an individual's gender identity and queer style. Using over 4000 measurements from custom clients, Wu developed a new gender-neutral standard of sizing for the Sharpe ready-to-wear line, now available at the online store at www.sharpesuiting.com. Sharpe has become a rising name in Hollywood providing custom clothing for celebrity and entertainment industry clients. Sharpe suits have been photographed on the red carpet at Cannes, Oscars, and Emmy's, worn in Top 40 music videos, and featured in numerous publications including The Huffington Post, Fashionista, The Advocate, Frontiers Media, Curve, Dapper Q, Qwear, and Buzzfeed. Wu was selected as fashion design judge on RACKED.com “Young Guns” 2015 for up-and-coming designers. As an entrepreneur, Wu has been featured on AT&T Business Circle, Wall Street Journal, Canvas8, Workaholic and Native Society. Wu holds a B.A. in Economics at UCLA and an M.B.A. at New York University Stern School of Business with an emphasis on Marketing, Change Leadership and Luxury & Retail focus. Mentioned In The Episode: Queer Fashion Week DapperQ Fashion Week LA Fashion Week Wedding Equality Fashion Week Phluid Project ProjectQ Fundraiser Ball Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 6 - Sabine speaks with Astin Wangel Brown, LCSW and the topic of discussion is Mental Health & Wellness. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Astin: Instagram| Website | Book an Appt Bio: Astin Wangel-Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Los Angeles. She has received specialized training as a Certified Couples and Family Therapist. She uses her expertise in relational therapy and evidence-based solution-focused treatment in supporting clients to clarify, create and act on goals for desired change. Astin hopes to participate in filling the gap in need for more queer and trans-affirming, Black-identified psychotherapists. She uses a collaborative, non-judgmental, social justice-informed stance in her work with all clients, paying close attention to the many layers of context and identity involved in every clients reason for pursuing treatment. Mentioned In The Episode: Post Modern Therapy Generational Trauma Super Soul Sunday w/Gabrielle Union & Oprah What the Health Mindfulness Tools Mind & Body Connection LA Gender Center Glendale Psychology Center LGBT Center Therapy Services LA County Dept. of Mental Health If you or anyone you know is in a mental health crisis, please call the Department of Mental Health Crisis Line - 1 (800) 854-7771 Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 5 - Sabine speaks with an anonymous queer guest (“Serena”) and the topic of discussion is starting a queer family. “Serena” shares her families personal story, struggles, and success with IVF and ICI. We also touch on foster care and adoption. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Mentioned In The Episode: IUI (intrauterine insemination) ICI (intracervical insemination) IVF (in vitro insemination) PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) Adopt a Child Foster a Child Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction Home Inseminator Kit California Cryo Bank Where Do Babies Come From book Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 4 - Sabine speaks with Dana Washington and the topic of discussion is Film. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com (submit advertising questions via email) Follow Dana: Instagram | Website Bio: “Dana Washington is an artist, writer and director working in photography, film, video, and voice narration. She examines blackness and aesthetics, personal history, memory and fiction to explore race, identity and futurity in visual culture. Washington has received a Bachelor of Arts in English from California State University, Long Beach and is completing a Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at the University of California, San Diego. Select film screenings and publications: Black Radical Imagination Showcase, OUTFEST Fusion LGBT People of Color Film Festival, BlackStar Film Festival, Los Angeles Diversity Film Festival, San Diego Art Institute, LA FilmForum, Gal-Dem Magazine, L.A. RECORD Magazine, and Black Lives Matter.” Dana's Work: FILMS Daytrips: dana washington - https://vimeo.com/157892735 UNDER BONE (original) - https://vimeo.com/blackdaughters/underbonefilm UNDER BONE (docfiction) - https://vimeo.com/261031367 Heartburn - https://vimeo.com/268154269 Why You Always Talk About Freedom - https://vimeo.com/161437333 Vimeo Page: https://vimeo.com/blackdaughters VIDEO ART Current State of Everything - https://vimeo.com/301300917/17491c4348 Liberated Zones - https://vimeo.com/263578254 Audio/Visual Series 001-003 - https://vimeo.com/193276784 MUSIC VIDEO Reoccurring Dream - https://vimeo.com/296231633 Mentioned In The Episode: Maad City by Kahlil Joseph Pariah by Dee Rees and Cinematography by Bradford Young Watermelon Woman by Cheryl Dunye Appropriate Behavior by Desiree Akhavan Bisexual by Desiree Akhavan Random Acts of Flyness by Terence Nance George Washington by David Gordon Green Raising Victor Vargas by Peter Sollett Pedro Almodovar Filmography Us by Jordan Peele The Proud Family by Bruce W. Smith Queen Sugar by Ava DuVernay Dear White People by Justin Simien Bad Hair by Justin Simien Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 3 - Sabine sits down with yoga and meditation facilitator Alli Simon and the topic of discussion is communication. They share some helpful tips on how to communicate better, how they struggle with communication and more! JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow Alli: Instagram | Website Bio: "Alli (She/Her) is a 300RYT certified yoga and meditation facilitator (Black | Queer | Femme) and social change advocate from Los Angeles. She is focused on increasing access to self-care rituals & practices for marginalized bodies, people, and organizations for healing in hopes of creating a more compassionate, just, and loving community." You can attend her Yoga classes on Sunday or Tuesday. Mentioned In The Episode: I googled and found some helpful links. I have no affiliation with these companies. I just read through them and like the examples they gave. I Statements Active Listening Glendale Psychology Center (affordable therapy) Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 2 - Sabine sits down with April Flores of Voluptuous Life and the topic of discussion is sex. They share some of their personal experiences and discuss queer sex, hetero sex, polyamory, open relationships, being a sexually active youth, and so much more! *Trigger Warning: Sexual Trauma JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow A Tribe Called Queer: www.atribecalledqueer.com Instagram | Facebook atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Follow April: Instagram | Website | Voluptuous Life Bio: "April Flores is a muse, model, and erotic performer but that's not even scratching the surface. April is the first ever BBW to win two consecutive AVN Awards for her groundbreaking work. She is the host of Voluptuous Life on Vivid Radio SiriusXM, has also graced the covers of Bizarre and AVN Magazines, among others; modeled for dozens of fine art photographers, painters and illustrators; appeared in countless adult films in every genre of the adult industry (from mainstream to queer to kinky to artsy); and spoken out about body image through her mere presence and powerful sexuality, along with her activism." Mentioned In The Episode: BBW (Big Beautiful Woman) Fat Girl Book Glendale Psychology Center If you or anyone you know has experienced a form of sexual trauma or assault, please call the Department of Mental Health Crisis Line - 1 (800) 854-7771 Other Notes: I mention Lena Dunham (and her show Girls) in this episode, before I became aware of her recent admission of lying to discredit an alleged rape victim. For the record... I do not support her actions or behavior, and will no longer watch any of her work. Mailing Address for ATCQ A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
Episode 1 - Sabine speaks with Madin Lopez of ProjectQ and they discuss the US Tour they recently went on. They detail their experience being queer people of color, driving across America, for a cause that provides services to LGBTQIA+ youth. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledqueer Follow ATCQ: www.atribecalledqueer.com | Instagram | Facebook Email: atribecalledqueer@gmail.com Support ProjectQ: www.projectq.me | Become A Member | Book An Appointment GIVING TUESDAY IS NOVEMBER 27, 2018!! ProjectQ US Tour Organizations: Utah Pride Center GLBT Colorado Equality House Kansas City Center for Inclusion LGBT Community Center New Orleans Out Youth Austin Mentioned In The Episode: Dez Davis - The Rich Witch Aunjel Fullington - Transformative Massage Briona Jenkins A Tribe Called Queer C/O Sabine Maxine Lopez PO Box 26421 Los Angeles, CA 90026
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