Near and Queer to My Heart

For our 77th episode, we talk with New Orleans-based musician Eva LoVullo. She tells us about her musical roots, how Hurricane Katrina changed her life and her New York subway adventures.Connect with Eva:Insta @Eva LoVullohttps://evalovullo.com/Connect with us:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we sit down with playwright, improvisor, storyteller, and stand up Mary Jacobs! She tells us about what it means to miss New Orleans, her punk band days, and all about her fiancé's proposal! Connect with Mary:Insta @marys.rack / @livegirlscomedyFacebook @VitalityNOLAConnect with us:Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy pride month! This episode we bring you stand up comedian Jeff Klein! Jeff was recently in the P3 Comedy Festival at Pensacola Pride and does stand up all over! He is the host of Beer with a Queer and writer/producer/star of Outside a Comedy Club. Jeff talks with us about how cats do have souls (we knew it!), how to decide how many animals is too many, and being true to yourself in life and in comedy.Connect with Jeff Klein:Insta/FB/Tiktok @ThatJeffisFunnyhttps://www.jeffkleincomedy.com/Social Media with us:Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter@QueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are back with another fabulous episode for y'all! We sit down with Keeda with a Q for our first in person interview since COVID. Keeda talks with us about what comedy means to her, her first crush, and that time she had strippers and her mom at her birthday party. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a clip of Keeda crushing it at stand-up.Connect with Keeda:Insta/FB @KeedawithaQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/madamswifeConnect with us!Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Such fun talking with comedian/author/storyteller Kelly Stone! She talks to us about her new book, breaking away from the church, and what really happens at sleepovers!Connect with Kellyhttp://www.kellystone.orgInsta @KellyStoneComedySocial Media with us!Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jeff D. returns to our podcast to update us on the last three years (see episode 10 for his Near and Queer to My Heart debut). Jeff D. talks to us about his sobriety, the dangers of policing art, and of course we dish on musical theater!Connect with Jeff D.http://www.jeffdcomedy.com/FB @AboutJeffDTwitter @JeffDComedySocial media with us:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartFB/Insta @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk with actress, writer, director, and producer Chloe Burns! We delve into media representation of trauma survivors and queerness, how when COVID changed her life plans she pivoted to something amazing, and how to tell Kansas politicians they are wrong for that. Connect with Chloe:Twitter @ItsChloeBurnsTrauma Bonded: https://seedandspark.com/fund/trauma-bondedConnect with us:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What an honor it was to talk with Misti Gaither! Talk show host, singer, drag queen, and community activist Misti Gaither tells us about growing up Pentecostal, her love for karaoke, and finding her true home. We even make Misti misty eyed! Connect with Misti:FB @Misti.AtesConnect with us:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartFb/Insta @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us for our second international episode featuring podcast host and stand-up comedian Lauren Deborah! Lauren tells us about moving halfway across the world, running a comedy club, and the reason why she loved the show the OC so much! Connect with Lauren Deborah:Instagram: @hilaurendeborahTwitter: @hilaurendeborahHost/Producer: my dad stole my limelight podcastConnect with us:Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueerrtoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our first international episode! We are joined by writer, actress, stand up comedian Maxine Grossman coming to us from Toronto! Maxine tells us how to speak in a Canadian accent, how stand up changed her life, and why she loves gin and tonics! Stay tuned at the end of the episode for one of Maxine's stand up sets.Connect with Maxine:https://maxine-grossman.com/Insta @MaxineGrossmanTwitter @Maxine_GrossmanConnect with us:Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk with former pro wrestler and current comedian, fitness model, screenwriter, and actress Denise Winkelman! Denise tells us about her many different journeys - from being raised in northern, northern Minnesota to her pro wrestling days to working in finance to her transition to moving to LA to pursue comedy full-time, she has done it all!Connect with Denise Winkelman:Insta @Denise_WinkelmanTwitter @D_Winkelmanhttps://www.denisewinkelman.com/Connect with us:Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk with actress, writer, and filmmaker Giovannie Espiritu about escaping a cult, making it in the business, and figuring out who you are!Connect with Giovannie:DykeCentral on AmazonHollywoodActorsWorkshop.comgiovannieespiritu.com Connect with Near and Queer to My Heart:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our latest episode features pansexual performer Lisa Laureta. Lisa does it all! She does stand-up, voiceovers, animation, characters, and so much more. Lisa tells us about naked comedy (yes it is a thing and no it is not sexual!), her coming out journey, and learning what happiness means to her. Connect with Lisa Laureta:www.LisaLaureta.comsnorebark@gmail.com@LisaLaureta on all socialsConnect with Near and Queer to My Heart:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are back with our newest episode featuring queer indie filmmaker and podcaster Bri Castellini. We talk with Bri about her upcoming move to Los Angeles, her journey to coming out as bi-sexual and asexual, and we somehow we land on the topic of the toxicity of white supremacy. This episode has it all!Connect with Bri Castellini:Her short film Ace and Anxious: (view here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeWUrTz91SI)IMDb page: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm7611648/?ref_=tt_ov_wr Website: BriCastellini.comConnect with Near and Queer to My Heart:Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our first ever crossover episode! We have joined forces with the Southern Queeries podcast to bring you one of their episodes. They are a podcast dedicated to LGBTQ+ stories in the South and are phenomenal! We are so excited to be sharing this episode with you! In this episode they talk to Eveleena a.k.a Ivy Les Vixens, mental health advocate, YouTuber, and founder of the Florida burlesque company Les Vixens about the value of femininity in the queer community and how burlesque can be a safe space for the the LGBTQ community. Oh, and it gets a little nerdy for a bit! Connect with Eveleena:https://www.lesvixens.com/ivy-les-vixenInsta @EveleenaConnect with Southern Queeries:http://www.southernqueeries.comFacebook @SouthernQueeriesPodcastTwitter @So_QueeriesPodInsta @SouthernQueeriesSay hi to us!Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch link: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For our first episode of 2021 we bring you Nashville's finest audio engineer Mikayla Elias! Mikayla shares with us coming out as pansexual, how to talk to Republican relatives (if you must!) and creating your own community wherever you are! Get the behind the scenes on the person running things behind the scenes!Connect with Mikayla:FB/Insta @CrybabyAudioTNCheck out her latest production: https://open.spotify.com/album/2wzRWZ79i0K6whUM40ow8y?si=9ovlzqs0QhyeKj8C_5Op1gSocial Media with us!Twitter @QueerToMyHeartFB/Insta @NearandQueerToMyHeartMerch link: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We had such a blast talking with stand-up comedian Sarah Kennedy! She tells us about squatting in a NYC apartment building, a dating app called Datch, and so much more! Sarah Kennedy has been featured on The Today Show, MTV and SiriusXM, performed in multiple comedy festivals across the country, and was also a finalist in NBC’s Stand-Up For Diversity nationwide comedy contest. She’s published pieces in The Advocate, Reductress, and GO Magazine, among others, and most recently, her original scripts have been performed on the Spec Script Podcast.Check out Sarah's latest project short film which she co-wrote,co-directed, and co-starred in:The Fabulous (Name TBD)s - https://filmfreeway.com/projects/2024053Connect with Sarah Kennedy!https://sarahkcomedy.comTwitter @SarahKomedySocial Media with us!Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartMerch link: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are so honored to have filmmaker, actress, writer, advocate and phenomenal human being Ella Lentini join us. Ella discusses queer representation in media, her coming out journey, making films in the time of COVID, and of course her cute puppy! Hosted by Amanda G.Connect with Ella:https://ellalentini.com/Piece of Cake short film: https://theriotlife.com/film/piece-of-cake/Ella's newest film currently on OutfestNow - Until It's Safe: https://www.outfestnow.com/videos/until-its-safeSocial media with us!Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartMerch link: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The world lost an amazing soul when we lost Lisa Michaels and we are honored to have met her and spoken with her. Lisa was a comedian, storyteller, musician, singer, and overall amazing human being and we won't be the same without her. Please join us as we journey back to our interview with her last year during Queer Fest weekend in Memphis.To learn more about Lisa Michaels' life check out this amazing article from LocalMemphis.com: https://www.localmemphis.com/article/life/people/memphis-mourns-death-of-local-comedian-musician-lgbtq-activist-lisa-michaels/522-de67cc26-a099-49af-aa4e-a6abb6039388To connect with us:Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we speak with comic and writer Janet Quinonez. Based in LA, Janet tells us about the importance of Latinx and Bisexual representation, her coming out journey, how she stays sane during quarantine and so much more!We have new merch! Great gifts and swag for all occasions! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289Social Media with us:IG/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartTwitter @QueertoMyHeartJanet QuinonezIG @drunkalogueshow (2nd Wednesdays at The Clubhouse Los Feliz, on hiatus, follow up for updates)Twitter @janetqpriceWebsitewww.janetquinonez.com YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCydHZ6CqrPFN7Eke_jzd8PQStand up cliphttps://youtu.be/CKjZ4FcNsHI Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Destiny meets podcast! The universe kept bringing artist Joan Cox into our orbit and we knew we had to interview her! Join us as Joan shares how she found her purpose as an artist, how she goes for her dreams, and how she uses her art to bring beauty and social awareness to the world!Social media with us!Twitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeartSupport us on our Supporter Page: https://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we talk to the amazing, fabulous Precious Ephemera about yoga, the magic of New Orleans, and so much more!Support our show! https://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heartFollow us on social mediaTwitter @QueertoMyHeartInsta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we talk with Madison based stand-up comedian Dina Nina Martinez! She tells us about her path to her own spirituality, moving around the country and how she stays positive all the freaking time! Stick around after the interview for one of Dina's hilarious stand-up sets! Social media with us!  Insta/FB @NearandQueerToMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart   Connect with Dina Nina Martinez @ dinaninamartinez.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk with New Orleans musician Joy Clark! Joy tells us about a recent road trip, growing up with not one but two parents who are ministers and her dream of owning a horse! Stay tuned after the interview for Joy's newest song "Here." Social media with us! Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Find more of Joy Clark @ joyclark.bandcamp.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk with storyteller, musician and artist KD Burton! Join us as KD tells us about staying creative and healthy during quarantine, her love for New Orleans and her days in a college band! Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a cover of Otis Redding's Sitting on the Dock of the Bay with KD, Cory Wells and Evangeline Wells! Social media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we talk to New York based stand-up comedian Veronica Garza! We nerd out about the future of comedy, staying creative, and finding acceptance in the most unexpected places! Social Media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Recorded during quarantine, we talk with drag, burlesque, and puplesque performer Nicki Nicolai! Nicki tells us about growing up in a village (yes a village!), how to deal with bullies, and how to keep those creative juices flowing during quarantine! Social media with us! Twitter @QueerToMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueerToMyHeart   Social media with Nicki! Insta @QueenNickiNicolai FB @Nicki Nicolai Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our first post-COVID recorded episode we talk with the phenomenal drag king and storyteller Nathan Lane Bryant! Nathan teaches us how to say Boise (Boy-see) as we discuss staying in a creative headspace post-COVID, the importance of community, and the coming out journey! Social media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Check out Nathan Lane Bryant's Cyber Distancing Video here: https://youtu.be/4Sba5mOlEeM Find Nathan on Instagram @Nathan_Lane_Bryant Visit GastonLuga.com for great deals on upscale backpacks. Use code NEARANDQUEER for 15% off your purchase! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our last pre-COVID19 recorded interview, we sit down with author, radio host, and musician Sally Michelle Jackson. Sally tells us about her world travels, her short stint at a breadmaking factory, and learning to live her truth! TW: This episode contains discussion of suicide and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised.   Social media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Facebook/Insta @NearandQueertoMyHeart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

50 episodes strong and counting! For our 50th episode, we bring you New Orleans drag queen Beefcake! Beefcake shares with us about being in the military, growing up a 90s kid and what drag means to them! Social media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/Fb @NearandQueertoMyHeart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk with comedian Andrew Ferrara about overcoming personal tragedy, the responsibility of being a queer performer and where his Brooklyn accent went!  Social media with us! Twitter @queertomyheart Insta/FB @nearandqueertomyheart nearandqueertomyheart@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome Ant Zelda to the podcast! She is a draguate of the New Orleans Drag Workshop and we were so honored to talk with her. She tells us about her adventures with alligators, riding out Hurricane Katrina, dating in the modern world and more! Social Media with us! Twitter @queertomyheart Insta/Facebook @nearandqueertomyheart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are so excited to have Tasha Riley joining us! She tells us about being raised as a Jehovah's Witness, finding herself and everything in between! Social media with us! @NearandQueertoMyHeart - Insta/Facebook @queertomyheart - Twitter Find Tasha Riley @ tashariley.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We were so honored to have Judy Reagan on the show. She does improv, stand-up, storytelling, singing, songwriting and so much more! Join us as we discuss whether or not times have changed, her hot dog restaurant and how New Orleans changed her! Social media with us! Twitter @queertomyheart Insta/Facebook @nearandqueertomyheart nearandqueertomyheart@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we sit down with the incredible Smokestack Lightnin'! We talk about Elvis, growing up in Seattle, finding true love and so much more! Social media with us!  Twitter @queertomyheart Insta/Facebook @nearandqueertomyheart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Meet Dede Onassis! Drag, acting, singing, producing, she does it all! Dede joins us as we dish about Cats (both the musical and the animal), Patti Lupone, redefining bravery and so much more!   Social Media with us! Twitter @queertomyheart Insta/Facebook @nearandqueertomyheart nearandqueertomyheart@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we sit down with Greg Nacozy and discuss everything from the ups and downs of life as a teacher in a problematic school setting to being a music video dancer to finding his calling as a clown! Yes, a clown!    Social media with us! Twitter @queertomyheart Facebook/Insta @nearandqueertomyheart nearandqueertomyheart@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

While in New Orleans for the Black Girl Giggles comedy festival, Nekia Hampton stopped by our podcast for an interview! We go deep! Nekia tells us about moving across country, starting over and her comedy roots! Hosted and produced by Amanda G. Social media with us! Twitter @queertomyheart Instagram/Facebook @nearandqueertomyheart nearandqueertomyheart@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us at Memphis Queer Fest as we talk to Lisa Michaels! Lisa tells us about coming out at the post office, why Memphis holds a special place in her heart and that time she met the creator of the universe!    Follow Near and Queer to My Heart Insta/Facebook @Nearandqueertomyheart Twitter @queertomyheart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us for our 40th episode as we sit down with Candy Snatch to discuss growing up Mormon, touring with Boyfriend's Rap Cabaret and what happens when you sew together a snap crotch!   Follow Near and Queer to My Heart Insta/Facebook @Nearandqueertomyheart Twitter @queertomyheart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Based out of Austin, TX, Emmet Claire got their start story-telling and doing improv, and then saw the bright, blinding light when they tried stand-up for the first time. With more than just their bodacious curls to engage a crowd, Emmet’s queer perspective welcomes a dialogue that speaks to queers and yells at straights. You can find Emmet hosting their queer comedy showcase called The Gay Agenda. The next one is 6/20 at Palomino Coffee in Austin.  Follow Near and Queer to My Heart Insta/Facebook @Nearandqueertomyheart Twitter @queertomyheart Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we talk to RL Holmes about how she and her conservative father find common ground, wild times growing up in Idaho, fighting for your rights and so much more!   Social media with us! Facebook/Insta @NearandQueerToMyHeart Twitter @QueerToMyHeart Email: nearandqueertomyheart@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.