GayBarchives Podcast

JUST IN TIME FOR STONEWALL PRIDE:Part One of "Wilton Manors - The Gayest Place on the Planet" is now online.Learn a little about the colorful history of this tiny island city and visit a few of its gayest attractions. Hear what some of the locals have to say about the diversity of this tropical paradise.ABOUT THE VIDEO:Originally projected to be an hour in length, it soon became obvious that this would not be adequate to fully represent the local gay scene.We are DONE editing Part One.We will be returning to Wilton Manors in June to capture moreof this vibrant and colorful slice of paradise. Part Two will feature even more local treasures.WATCH IT ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/3HB7j8um5IQ#wiltonmanors #gayFL #gayhistory #gayestplaceontheplanet

WE KEEP GETTING MORE FAMOUSER EVERY DAY!Tracy Gilchrist of the Advocate (magazine) talks to Art Smith about his first gay bar experience, gay safe havens and the GayBarchives project. You can find more information about the GayBarchives project at http://GayBarchives.com. Follow the Advocate Channel on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@AdvocateChannel . #ilovegaybars #gayhistory

Laura King interviews Art Smith about Atlanta's gay past. This interview is part of a presentation being prepared for the Invisible Histories Project. InvisibleHistory.orgFor more information about the GayBarchives Project visit GayBarchives.com #ilovegaybars #gayhistory #gaybarchives #queerhistory #lgbtqhistory

65: Ernie Glam discusses his memories as a Club Kid in NYC in the 80s and 90s [Tunnel, World, Red Zone, Limelight], the costumes he designed for his friend Michael Alig and his opinion of Peter Gatien. We also talk about his book 'Dressing the Monster', his passion for design and journalism and what he's up to today. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com Another look into our gay history through the lens of our gay bars gone by. GayBarchives is a combination of the words Gay, Bar and Archives.  #pridemonth

117 :  The legendary Mr. Charlie Brown reminisces about his long history in the gay bar scene including Watch Your Hat & Coat in Nashville [1970s] and Sweet Gumhead in Atlanta [late 1970s]. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayGA #Hotlanta Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

The long-awaited interview with owner Don Granatstein.116 : Don Granatstein reminisces about Orlando's most famous gay destination, the legendary Parliament House Orlando. He owned the resort from 1999 until its demise in 2021. Rumor is it will be reopening in a different form in downtown Orlando soon. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayORL #gayFL #Orlando Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

115 :  Daniel Nardicio, founder of Fire Island's 'Underwear Party' and long-time NYC gay bar promoter discusses his newest venture, RedEye NY along with his partners Adam Klesh, Sam Benedict and Taylor Shubert.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayNYC #gayNewYork #BigApple Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

114 :  Gay journalist and publisher Frank Garcia tells us about his memories of gay bars in Orlando Florida and his new digital magazine Happenings.  Parliament House, Pulse Orlando, Southern Nights. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayFL #gaySouth #gayFLL Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

113: Singer/ actor/ talk show host Richard Skipper takes us on a stroll through the West Village and its legendary gay piano bars, including Marie's Crisis, The Duplex, 5 Oaks, The Monster and 88s.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayNYC #gayNY #BigApple Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

EPISODE 112 :  Brilliant artist and illustrator David Lee Csicsko discusses Chicago's long-standing Berlin night club [he designed the logo decades ago] and his recent book 'LGBTQ+ Icons'. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayChicago #gayIL #Berlin Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

111 :  Daniel Harding, author of 'Gay Man Talking', discusses his favorite bars in South End on Sea and London. Our first episode dealing exclusively with gay bars in the UK.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayUK #gayLondon #GayEngland Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

109 :  Richard Ramey has owned the Atlanta Eagle for 20 years. He joins us in this segment to talk about the history of this historic Atlanta gay bar. We also feature the grand opening of its new location after a 2 year Covid-induced siesta. The  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayGA #Hotlanta Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

EPISODE 108:  Author Robert Karl takes a stroll down memory lane, fondly recalling his favorite gay bars in State College and Philadelphia PA as well as San Juan Puerto Rico. Take a walk on the wild side as we explore gay history one bar at a time.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayGA #Hotlanta Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

Barbara Poma talks about the history of Pulse Orlando from opening day until the tragic and senseless massacre of 49 people in June of 2016. We also discuss the OnePulse Foundation and the new museum and memorial.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayORL #gayFL #Pulse Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth Recorded days after the Club Q Colorado Springs shooting. 

107 :  Legendary Atlanta choreographer and dancer Marc Jones recalls his days at the renowned show bars Sweet Gum Head and Illusions. He also talks about his interior design career and his current project, 'Stars of Atlanta: A Night of Legends'.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayGA #Hotlanta Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

106 Jobert Abueva author of Boy Wander, [his first memoir will be released in spring 2023 by Rattling Good Yarns Press] , discusses his memories of gay bars from New Hope, PA and New York City.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayPA #GayNYC

Lois Reitzes Delves into Atlanta gay History with Art Smith. The audio was provided by WABE 90.1 FM, Atlanta's NPR station. The interview originally aired on Thursday 3 November 2022. The image are courtesy of GayBarchives.com and represent more than 300 gay bars and venues from Atlanta's rich and colorful gay past.#ilovegaybars #gaybarchives #gayATL #npr In Atlanta, we take pride in the number of gay bars around the city. More than 300 LGBTQ+ bars have played a memorable role in Atlanta's gay community, past and present. During the pandemic, Art Smith, who describes himself as “a longtime card-holding member of the Atlanta gay community” decided to create an archive of all the gay bars throughout the U.S. and the world. The site is called “Gay Barchives.” Art Smith joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to talk about his monumental project. Photo of Art Smith by Dick Woelfle of Channel125.com

103 David Fischer discusses his iconic gay bars in St. Petersburg FL  - COCKtail and WETspot.  We also explore his trendy gift shops ZaZoo'd as well as the Saint and the Back Room. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

SPECIAL EPISODE : Leslie JordanFor more than 2 years I have tried to schedule a GayBarchives segment with Leslie Jordan but he was always busy. Now that he's gone it's obvious that will never happen. Fortunately I dug up an interview I did with Leslie at the W Hotel Atlanta - Midtown in 2014.  ENJOY! #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayGA #Hotlanta Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com https://video.channel125.com/V85DbxJY  GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

Maine?Washington DC?NYC?What a combo!EPISODE 105 Phillip Crawford Jr., author of The Mafia and the Gays, discusses his memories of gay bars from Maine [Portland and Ogunquit], Washington DC and New York City. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayNYC #gayME #GayDC Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

BOSTON'SVINTAGEGAY BARS!EPISODE 101: Daniel M. Jaffe discusses his memories of many memorable bars in Boston MA including Sporters, Boston Ramrod, Paradise, Napoleon, Club Café, Darts, Chaps and ManRay. We also mention the elusive women's bar Saints. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

EPISODE 104 Bev Cook and Alan Collins discuss the long history of Atlanta's renowned Heretic bar and its predecessors, 2069 and The Sportspage. We also discuss Alan's and Bev's previous gay bar experiences in Atlanta. #lgbthistory #gayATL #gayGA #Hotlanta #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

In this very special segment of the #GayBarchives Show, Amber LeMay [the Larry King of Drag Queens] flips the tables and interviews Art Smith about his GayBarchives project.Art interviewed Amber in Episode #99 ot this series.#ilovegaybars #gayhistory #lgbthistory

LIT? LeBoy? Horton Manors?Get the full story right here.102: Fort Lauderdale bar owner Charles Horton talks about his experience at Dallas' TMC, an iconic men's bar owned by Caven. We also talk about his two Wilton Manors clubs, LIT and LeBoy. What bar will he buy next? If we play our cards right maybe we'll even get invited to his next fabulous pool party. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

EPISODE 99: Amber LeMay, the Larry King of Drag Queens, discusses her memories of gay bars from her colorful Lima, Ohio queer past and from Burlington, VT.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayChicago #windycity #gayhistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth #gayVT #gayOH #dragqueen

EPISODE 97: Activist and bar owner Carla Coshow remembers San Diego's colorful queer past. The Flame, Diablo, Matador and The Apartment are mentioned. We also discuss the founding of Lambda Pride.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayCA #GaySanDiego #gayhistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

99: Amber LeMay, the Larry King of Drag Queens, discusses her memories of gay bars from her colorful Lima, Ohio queer past and from Burlington, VT.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayChicago #windycity #gayhistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

98: Prolific gay author and historian St Sukie de la Croix discusses his new book "Last Call Chicago" co-authored with Rick Karlin as well as a number of the 1001 gay bars from Chicago's colorful queer past. K9 Club, Shoreline 7 and The Windup are all mentioned.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayChicago #windycity #gayhistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

100:  Matt discusses his long history with Atlanta's iconic gay full-nude strip club Swinging Richards as well as his new brainchild, Johnsons. The Fort Lauderdale location recently celebrated its FIFTH ANNIVERSARY as the second location nears opening in Tampa FL. A third [Dallas] club is in the works as well. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayFL #gayTX #gayhistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonthThe GayBarchives Project has been working diligently to preserve an often-ignored aspect of our history:The Gay BarFor over two years we have researched and documented more than 2000 gay bars gone by as well as several long-time survivors. For most bars we have digitally reconstructed their logos and collected images and articles related to their impact on the evolution of our gay community.We have also conducted more than 100 video interviews capturing first-hand accounts of life in those gay bars, recording the memories of those who lived through our colorful past. There are several books in the works as well.In addition, we have built an active community of more than 5000 members who reminisce daily about their clubbing days in our Facebook group. To date our research has been predominantly self-funded, supplemented by a few contributions from enthusiastic fans of our work. In order to be able to grow and expand our reach, we need your help.Many national and international brands have supported LGBTQ+ history projects, including: Stoli, Nike, Mini, Jägermeister, Andrew Christian, Miller Lite and others. 

EPISODE 96: Gay Publisher Ian Henzel discusses his memories of some of NYC's gay bars from the 1970s and 80s including: Roadhouse, Round Table, Ninth Circle, International Stud, Uncle Charlie's, Ty's, Boots & Saddle and Saint. We also talk about his 'Rattling Good Yarns Press' and their many gay-centric titles.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayChicago #windycity #gayhistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth #gayNYC #newyorkcity #manhattan #greenwichvillage #GayNewYork

95:   Rick Karlin, Chicago gay bar historian, journalist and author, recalls some of Chicago's 1001 iconic gay bars featured in his latest book 'Last Call Chicago' co-authored with St Sukie de le Croix. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #gayCHICAGO GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

94:   Eric Gonzaba of the Mapping Gay Guides project recalls some his endeavors in recording gay bar history. We also discuss his 'Wearing Gay History' project and his memories of TOWN in Washington, DC. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #gayDC #pridemonth

93:   Owen Keehnen, Chicago gay bar historian, recalls some of Chicago's iconic gay bars as well as a couple that had an impact on his personal evolution in the gay world. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #gayCHICAGO #pridemonth GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives 

90: Marshall Shore [aka the Hip Historian] recounts some of his memories of gay bars from Phoenix.  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth

EPISODE 82:   George Schneider, owner of Milwaukee's longest-running gay bar This Is It, talks about the 50+ year history of his bar. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth Another look into our gay history through the lens of our gay bars gone by. GayBarchives is a combination of the words Gay, Bar and Archives. #pridemonth Do you know someone who has a great story to tell about the history of our gay bar scene? Send their info to us at GayBarchives@yahoo.com GayBarchives - Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel at https://youtube.com/gaybarchives #lgbthistory

EPISODE 92: Dr. Brice Smith discusses his "MilWALKee" gay history walking tour app and some of the history of gay bars from MKE's past.  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth #gayMKE 

89:   Drag Legend, hairdresser, fashionista and historian B.J. Daniels discusses some of her favorite Milwaukee gay bars of the past as well as her newly-released book chronicling the MKE drag scene over the decades. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth

EPISODE EIGHTY EIGHT: Rob Browatzke/ Edmonton ABEPISODE 88: Rob Browatzke, owner of Evolution in Edmonton, Alberta and contributor to Edmonton Queer History Project, discusses several iconic Edmonton gay bars from the past. Club 70, Boots, Junction, Roost and Buddy's are all mentioned. This is our first episode focused on Canadian gay bars.  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory #gayCANADA Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth

EPISODE 84: DJ Paul Vitagliano discusses the iconic Dragstrip 66 in Los Angeles and his adventures producing a 'frockumentary' including vintage footage of the extravagant antics of the Dragstrip 66 patrons and performers.  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory

EPISODE 83: DJ Paul Vitagliano remembers his days at Club Man Ray, Spit, Axis, Metro and other gay clubs in Boston.  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth ALSO AT: https://youtu.be/Ym7l94MkAKc #gayBoston

EPISODE 91: Amidst the closure of hundreds of gay bars across the country due to Covid and changing habits, there's a brand new bar with a unique personality in the Pacific Northwest. The Sports Bra PDX is the brainchild of Jenny Nguyen. This revolutionary concept embraces the age-old sports bar model with a twist: It's all about women's sports!  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory #GayPDX Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth

EPISODE 86: Renowned Drag Diva Scarlett Dailey [aka Scott Blount] shares memories of a long and storied career in gay bars across America, including Lavita's [Atlanta], Paddock Club [Greenville NC] and Friends Lounge [Jacksonville NC].  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth

Episode 87: Psychiatrist/ Philanthropist/ Activist Jesse Peel remembers some of his favorite gay bars from Atlanta's past and discusses the founding of AID Atlanta. Shelly's, Stephen's Saloon and the Pharr Library are all mentioned. #gayATL #ilovegaybars GayBarchives is a combination of the words Gay, Bar and Archives. #hotlanta #gaybarchives Exploring gay history one bar at a time. #gayhistory

Elise Lindborg and Kelli Henderson of BrandPride recall their memories of Lesbian bars in Indianapolis, Seattle and Missoula Montana. We also discuss their innovative 'Pride in a Box' and 'Pride on Demand' ventures. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars See all the GayBarchives segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth 

EPISODE 65: Ernie Glam discusses his memories as a Club Kid in NYC in the 80s and 90s [Tunnel, World, Red Zone, Limelight], the costumes he designed for his friend Michael Alig and his opinion of Peter Gatien. We also talk about his book 'Dressing the Monster', his passion for design and journalism and what he's up to today. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com Another look into our gay history through the lens of our gay bars gone by. GayBarchives is a combination of the words Gay, Bar and Archives.  #pridemonth

52: Jonny McGovern, perhaps best known for his Gay Pimp videos and his Hey Qween talk show, talks about his memories from gay bars gone by. LA and NYC: Cock, Boys Room, Mr. Black, The Saint, Backstreet Atlanta. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at GayBarchives.com  #pridemonth #gaypimp #heyqween

85: Legendary Disco Diva Pamala Stanley discusses her six decade career singing her way across the country and around the world, including many gay bars along the way. Pamala had numerous Billboard Top 20 hits including "Coming Out of Hiding" and "I Don't Want to Talk About It". At nearly 70 years of age she still delivers a high energy show!  #gaybarchives Exploring Gay History One Bar at a Time! #ilovegaybars GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives  #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth

EPISODE 78: DJ Doug Barnes remembers his days at Peoria's Male Box as well as Giovanni's, Balloon Saloon, theBar and Chester Street in Champaign.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com  Another look into our gay history through the lens of our gay bars gone by. GayBarchives is a combination of the words Gay, Bar and Archives. #pridemonth

EPISODE 79: Daniel Nardicio remembers his first gay bar experience [Slide, NYC]; talks about his iconic Fire Island underwear parties; and tells us about Club Cumming. He also predicts the future of NYC nightlife.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com Another look into our gay history through the lens of our gay bars gone by. GayBarchives is a combination of the words Gay, Bar and Archives. #pridemonth

EPISODE 80: Activist, archivist and author David Williams takes a stroll down memory lane in Louisville KY, starting with the Beaux Arts in 1953. The Downtowner, Dinty Moore's, Aunt Nora's and Badlands Territory are also discussed. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives

81: Former nightclub operator, impresario and the 'Godfather of the nightlife industry', the legendary Steve Lewis discusses his memories at the helm of some of Manhattan's most notorious and celebrated gay venues: The Tunnel, Palladium and Limelight. Includes more than 150 images by some of the club scene's most renowned photographers.  #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com #pridemonth