Hey, Remember Us?

Podcaster, blogger, and author Demitri Wylde talks to us about being a sexual deviant, the aftereffects of relationship trauma, and living with HIV.  To be a guest on our show, contact Wes at wes@northcentralpasupportservices.org.  Links to Demitri Wylde's books and podcast are below:  Bitter Blue Pill All Was Nothing in the Time of Champions A Cosmic Journey with Demi & J    

Richard talks about his HIV diagnosis, the persistent stigma around HIV, and how he earned the label of "long-term survivor".   To learn more, visit www.aidsresource.com  

HIV advocate Shawn Decker and his wife, Gwen Barringer, share their story and talk about the importance of U = U in a show where Depeche Mode figures prominently.  https://www.shawnandgwenn.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4kpxozCsfHA1i3cOlwxn6y    

Trans visibility in the media has increased over the past decade, but so have attacks on trans folks, particularly from state and federal lawmakers. Eric Rega from Mazzoni Center in Philadelphia discusses progress in the trans community, and the potential costs of being more visible, as well as how to be a better ally to your trans friends.  Learn more about the work of Mazzoni Center at https://www.mazzonicenter.org.   

Jesse Milan (MY-lan) joins us to talk about the work that AIDS United is doing with the new administration, and what to watch for at this year's AIDSWatch event.  You can register for AIDSWatch 2021 here:

Most of us would struggle to overcome an HIV diagnosis and substance abuse struggles. Diana did it. Hear how on this week's episode.  If you're struggling with substance abuse disorder and are ready to seek help, contact SAMHSA at www.samhsa.gov 

Mark S. King, noted writer and HIV advocate, talks with us about how the fight has changed since the '80s/'90s, and how we fight during a pandemic. 

Tom Viola, executive director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS in New York joins us to talk about how the organization has tackled the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

We are ready for Season 2 of "Hey, Remember Us!" and need YOUR help! Contact Wes at wes@northcentralpasupportservices.org or by phone at 1-814-272-0818 x. 3 to be featured in our new season. 

Paul Kawata, executive director of the National Minority AIDS Council, talks with us about the progress we've made in HIV in 30 years, the work left to be done, and how to navigate the current moment. And of course we talk about Larry Kramer (rest in power).

Laurona talks candidly about her experience as a victim of domestic abuse, struggles with substance use disorder, and being HIV-positive.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dating is hard enough. Toss in dating apps and stigma surrounding HIV, and you've got a real minefield.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sigfried Aragona, RN, joins us again to talk about what Pennsylvania's "green phase" means, and how demonstrators can protect themselves and others from COVID-19 while fighting for justice.  We will return next week with a regular episode.  Here is the link to the NPR interview that Sigfried referenced:  https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/05/23/861325631/from-camping-to-dining-out-heres-how-experts-rate-the-risks-of-14-summer-activit

To honor the men and women of color who have lost their lives at the hands of police in the US. If you can, please visit one of the organizations below and make a donation to help end systemic racism and violence against black and brown folks.  Black Lives Matter: blacklivesmatter.com Color of Change: colorofchange.org NAACP: naacp.org Southern Poverty Law Center: splcenter.org

A long-term survivor talks about living in the nation's capital at the height of the epidemic, and why sometimes just being nice trumps personal freedom.  *This title is a Magnetic Fields reference and you're awesome if you know who we're talking about. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A long-term survivor, Steve looks back on 30 years of being HIV positive, and the progress we've made and the lessons that he's learned during that time.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Valerie has been living with HIV since 1991. Her story of living with the stigma of being a poz woman, and how she finds the strength to persevere, is deeply moving.  Sigfried Aragona, RN, shares some info about the COVID-19 pandemic to help us all stay safe and healthy. 

A survivor of childhood sexual abuse and long-term HIV survivor talks about resilience and how just one person can make a difference. Jamie Plocinski, LCSW, talks about adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and coping through adulthood. 

Jay Grandis, founder of ACT UP Central PA, joins us to talk about HIV activism in rural PA and the future of advocacy.