The Randy Report - LGBTQ Politics & Entertainment

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A research team in Australia has announced a significant breakthrough in the search for a cure for HIV • The Trump administration has quietly made official its plan to eliminate a federal suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQ youth • A new Gallup poll breaks down how Americans feel about trans athletes and how they compete Plus, I celebrate Pride Month with Matt Zarley's award-winning “Change Begins With Me,” a heartfelt anthem of self-acceptance All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the name of pioneering gay rights activist Harvey Milk to be removed from a US Navy ship • A new report ranks the best and worst states for LGBTQ safety • Missoula city council designates Pride flag as "official city flag" • Pride Flags fly over Hawaii's capital for the first time this Pride Month All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A federal judge has ruled Title VII does not protect LGBTQ people from workplace discrimination. His verdict directly contradicts a 2020 ruling by the Supreme Court • A petition to ban the harmful practice of “conversion therapy” has garnered over 1 million signatures in the European Union, requiring the European Commission to provide a detailed response. • Legendary adult entertainment star and Billboard charting recording artist Colton Ford has unexpectedly died at the age of 62 All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

Today, I'm chatting with visionary out pop music artist Jake Wesley Rogers, who just released his debut full-length album, "In the Key of Love." The latest single from the collection, “My Misery,” revolves around a buoyant groove fueled by a marching band-style drumroll and bold piano, all highlighting Jake's theatrical, larger-than-life sound. Jake recently performed at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards and will be taking his bombastic live show to stages across North America this summer, opening for pop legend Cyndi Lauper on her “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour,” including a two-night finale at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Since his debut in 2020, Jake has been praised by countless major publications including People Magazine, Billboard, Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, PAPER, and Vogue. Follow Jake on Instagram at @JakeWesleyRogers

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The Trump administration plans to eliminate services for LGBTQ youth who call 988, the national suicide and crisis hotline • Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has been sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft • The new movie “On Swift Horses” follows two queer characters searching for love and belonging in mid-century America All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The Trump administration has removed all members of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV and AIDS • The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom has reportedly been told to repeal hate speech laws that protect LGBTQ people in order to get a trade deal with the Trump administration • The queer streaming platform Revry has debuted its first original scripted comedy series, “Unconventional,” a show that lives up to its name All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A private gay campground in Texas caught backlash after banning transgender men from its property • A bill is working its way through the Arkansas legislature that would allow for discriminating against LGBTQ people • And I chat with Nathan Lee Graham about his new Hulu sitcom “Mid-Century Modern” All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's ban on transgender military service members • The European Union is standing up for LGBTQ rights after Hungary banned Pride events • A queer college group will be allowed to present their annual drag show "Draggieland" at Texas A&M • And the new Amazon Prime Video comedy series “Overcompensating” follows a closeted former high school football star trying to make his way through college All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis lost in court again in her fight against same-sex marriage. I take a look at what would happen IF her case reached the Supreme Court • The Defense Department has released details on how it will try to discharge nearly every transgender service member • The new comedy series “Mid-Century Modern” - described by some as a gay spin on “The Golden Girls” - arrives on Hulu on March 28 All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • Police say the murder of a trans man in upstate New York wasn't a ‘hate crime' • The latest polling from Gallup shows nearly 10 percent of Americans now identify as LGBTQ • A federal judge ridiculed Donald Trump's ban on transgender soldiers • And a Republican lawmaker in Tennessee wants to expand the state's “Don't Say Gay” law All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Three men have been found guilty after drugging gay men outside NYC gay clubs and then robbing them leading to their deaths • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered an immediate halt to gender-affirming care for transgender service members • A new Gallup poll shows Americans satisfied with LGBTQ acceptance has dropped • And amid all the dark news lately we can all use a distraction, so I recommend the new gay romantic comedy “Bonus Track” All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Out country music star Orville Peck will make his Broadway debut in the current revival of CABARET this spring • The Trevor Project will undergo layoffs and restructuring in major 'transformation' • LGBTQ entertainment critics have announced the nominees for the 2025 Dorian Film Awards All that plus news of Laverne Cox's new Amazon Prime comedy series, "Clean Slate," in this episode of The Randy Report

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The annual Defense Department bill approved this week in the House of Representatives includes a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender children of military service members • New Jersey's governor has signed a new law blocking book bans in schools and libraries which often focus on LGBTQ-centered books • Good news from Montana where the state Supreme Court has upheld trans rights • The 82nd Golden Globe Award nominations have been announced and LGBTQ-inclusive projects dominate the list of this year's honorees. All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A Republican lawmaker decided to make transgender women using the restroom at the U.S. Capitol a big issue • Illinois' highest court overturned “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett's felony conviction for falsely reporting a hate crime • Peru is close to legally recognizing same-sex couples • And Daniel Craig stars in the acclaimed new film “Queer” in theaters this week All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The 2024 elections have come and gone and while my presidential candidate didn't win, there were several big wins for LGBTQ candidates • 12 students from Salisbury University in Maryland have been charged with hate crimes after using Grindr to lure a gay man into a violent assault • Sexually transmitted infection rates are down among gay and bisexual men thanks to a simple antibiotic routine • Plus new music from out recording artist Cameron Hawthorn All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • LGBTQ voters could play an outsize role in the who wins the 2024 presidential election • Ireland passes hate crimes law amid spike in anti-LGBTQ violence • England's only openly gay pro footballer Jake Daniels speaks out about preconceptions about queer sports stars • I highly recommend the new film drama “I Don't Know Who You Are” All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

Today I'm chatting Andy Bell, frontman for the legendary electropop duo Erasure, whose hits include “A Little Respect,” “Chains of Love,” “Ship of Fools,” and so many more. In the 2000s, he released his acclaimed solo albums 'Electric Blue' and 'Non-Stop.' He is currently working on new solo material with Grammy Award winner Dave Audé, and will be reuniting with Vince Clarke to start work on a new Erasure album in 2025. Throughout his music career, Andy has become an icon within the LGBTQ community having been out and proud since he hit it big at the age of 21. Known for his honesty and compassion, he's given back to the community with a long list of support for various LGBTQ causes including serving as an ambassador for New York's Hetrick-Martin Institute, donating the proceeds for his latest single “Pride (In The Name Of Love)” to GLAAD, and much more. Andy will make his one-night-only debut performance in Las Vegas at The Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on Saturday, October 26, where he promises a full band set of Erasure favorites, solo selections and more. Link for ticket info here: https://www.wynnlasvegas.com/entertainment/upcoming-shows/andy-bell

In this week's LGBTQ news: • A conservative group's boycott of LGBTQ-friendly businesses in Ohio backfires, causing a surprise uptick in sales for the local stores • Over 800 military service members discharged under Don't Ask Don't Tell will now receive honorable discharges • A soccer team comprised entirely of transgender men has made its debut in Spain • And Netflix has released the third season of its acclaimed coming out, coming-of-age series "Heartstopper" All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report

Today, I'm chatting with Emmy Award winner Kevin Spirtas about the debut of season 3 of his 6-time Emmy Award-winning digital series, After Forever. The show stars Kevin as Brian and Mitchell Anderson (Doogie Howser, Party of Five) as Jason, a "50-ish" gay couple living in New York City who appear to have it all -- until Jason's untimely death from cancer forces Brian to think about his future and ultimately his mortality, without the love of his life. Season three finds Brian exploring therapy as a means to help him move through his grief while he also attempts to address the idea of dating again. I've known Kevin since our early days pursuing acting in New York City when he was featured in several Broadway productions, including A Chorus Line, Meet Me in St. Louis, and was the official standby for Hugh Jackman in The Boy From Oz. Along the way, daytime TV fans came to know Kevin through his long-running role on Days of Our Lives as “Dr. Craig Wesley.” In 2014, Kevin ran into former Days Of Our Lives writer Michael Slade in a New York gym. Eager to create their own opportunities, the two set out to create a series about gay men over 50. In 2019, After Forever—Season 1 made history by becoming the most Emmy-awarded LGBTQ-themed drama series on any platform. Kevin received an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Digital Drama, along with three additional Emmys that he shares with Michael Slade for Outstanding Digital Drama Series 2019 and Outstanding Writing Team for a Digital Drama in 2019 and 2020. The series was also honored with a special recognition award in 2021 by the GLAAD Media Awards. Season 3 of After Forever is available now on Vimeo. Head over to https://afterforevertheseries.com for links to the new episodes. Season 1 and 2 are available on Amazon Prime Video and Dekkoo.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A Florida school district must restore dozens of LGBTQ-themed books to its libraries as part of a lawsuit settlement that called the state's queer book ban legislation unlawful. • Delaware state senator Sarah McBride is poised to become the first openly transgender member of Congress • Gilead's twice-yearly injectable PrEP exceeds expectations in clinical trial • And the new documentary “Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln” explores the personal life and sexuality of the 16th president All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Taking a look at the pro-LGBTQ records of Democratic presidential ticket Kamala Harris and Tim Walz • A federal judge overturned the Pentagon's ban on asymptomatic HIV-positive people enlisting in the military • Former out gay congressman George Santos pleads guilty to multiple felony charges • New music from out recording artist Aiden James - "Not For Nothing" All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report

In this week's LGBTQ news: • California has banned the forced outing of LGBTQ students • A gay circuit party was evicted from its host hotel in Dallas • A new twice-yearly PrEP injectable has passed its Phase III trial with flying colors • And I highly recommend the winning coming-of-age film BIG BOYS All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • President Biden has pardoned LGBTQ military service members who were discharged for being queer under Don't Ask, Don't Tell. • Lawmakers in Thailand have cleared the way for legalizing same-sex marriage. • The top ten LGBTQ-friendly cities in the U.S. • Matt Bomer and Nathan Lane are teaming up for a new sitcom described as "a gay Golden Girls." All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A federal court has permanently blocked Florida's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors and adults calling the law "unconstitutional" • All Elite Wrestling pro Bulk Bronson comes out as bisexual • The European nation of Georgia plans to erase LGBTQ rights • Plus, make sure you check out the free streaming Pride event from iHeartMedia - Can't Cancel Pride 2024 All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • This month marked the 20th anniversary of marriage equality in the U.S., and a new report shows only good has come from it • A new study shows having just one adult LGBTQ role model can boost queer youth's self-esteem • Guess which European countries are the most (and least) LGBTQ-friendly? • Carl Siciliano, founder of the Ali Forney Center, has penned an excellent new book chronicling his journey in helping homeless LGBTQ youth • Plus, streaming platform Hulu is serving up plenty to watch on TV for Pride Month. Link to Hulu's LGBTQ hub: https://www.hulu.com/hub/lgbtq All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • The United Methodist Church has voted to reverse its ban on gay clergy • A federal appeals court has ruled state health care plans must cover gender-affirming surgeries • Some good news for LGBTQ youth in the foster care system • And Country music artist Chris Housman drops his oh-so-romantic new single and music video “Guilty As Sin” All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A controversial new law in Kansas could keep minors from accessing non-explicit LGBTQ websites • The campaign for the reelection of President Biden has launched a strategic initiative reaching out to LGBTQ voters • "Heartstopper" star Kit Connor will make his Broadway debut this fall • What to watch this week? I recommend the acclaimed short film "Ode To Pablo" as this is National Deaf LGBTQ Awareness Week. Free link: https://youtu.be/nUh-LMrHJ_A?si=NcQM90r0wGIDH544 All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • International pop star and actor Ricky Martin stars in the new Apple TV+ series "Palm Royale" • Thailand is very close to legalizing same-sex marriage • House Republicans slipped a provision in the federal spending bill that bans Pride flags from flying over U.S. embassies - but there's a catch • The Republic of Georgia appears poised to follow Russia's lead on anti-LGBTQ legislation Plus, we observe the annual Transgender Day of Visibility. All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's episode: • More details emerge about the cause of death of Oklahoma transgender teen Nex Benedict • Major parts of Florida's hideous “Don't Say Gay” law have been nullified • The percentage of adults in the US who identify has hit a new record high • LGBTQ icon David Mixner dies at the age of 77 All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ news headlines: • Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary student in Oklahoma, died one day after a physical altercation in a high school restroom. • Columbia, Missouri, has declared itself to be a safe haven for LGBTQ people. • Russian authorities closed down a 'My Little Pony' convention because one character has a rainbow-colored mane. • GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has announced the winners of this year's Dorian Film Awards with the acclaimed 'All of Us Strangers' taking top honors. Full list of winners here: https://therandyreport.com/all-of-us-strangers-takes-top-honors-in-lgbtq-critics-dorian-film-awards/ All that and new music from out recording artist Nieri in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Amber Glenn came out on top at this year's U.S. Figure skating championship becoming the first queer woman to win the title. • An Oklahoma lawmaker introduced a bill that would ban using state funds to acknowledge Pride Month. • Good news in Tennessee where an anti-LGBTQ ordinance that blocked a Pride festival has been rescinded. • Terrestrial radio station KGAY in Palm Springs is geared towards LGBTQ listeners with gay hosts broadcasting live. Link: www.LGAYPalmSprings.com • New music from out indie pop artist Bentley Robles "We Should" All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • We're just a few weeks into 2024, but we've already seen nearly 300 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in state legislatures. • A new survey shows Gen Z adults tend to be less Republican, less religious, and more LGBTQ. • Taking a look at the LGBTQ actors and other queer creative folks nominated for this year's Academy Awards. • LGBTQ highlights from the 75th Annual Emmy Awards Oh, and guess who got a GLAAD Media Award nomination? All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

My guest today is Broadway veteran and award-winning recording artist Matt Zarley, who released his spectacular musical web series "11 O'Clock Number." The series features a dozen tunes by Broadway composers, all originally sung by women. Over 12 episodes, Zarley weaves those songs in between video testimonials as he copes with isolation during the pandemic lockdown. Each song - spectacularly imagined as a dream concert performance – becomes its own personal catharsis for our hero, Zack (played by Zarley). The result is, at times, touching, humorous, and relatable. Zarley – who can croon a quiet heartbreak or throw down rich, full-throated showstoppers with equal ease – is in peak vocal form. I really enjoyed the full series because…who doesn't love some great music theater songs? You can find all 12 episodes of "11 O'Clock Number" on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGx5wJAFYYwU3qw6tMdn-6X-YD80sx5Km

As we head into 2024, I wanted to take a pause to look at some of the big news and pop culture moments of 2023 for LGBTQ folks. I know folks like to make Top 10 lists, but one of the hallmarks of The Randy Report is brevity. You folks don't want to listen to me drone on about the top ten news stories, the top ten movies, etc… We'd be here forever. Plus, if I'm putting my name on a “Best of…” list I want to feel strongly about them. So I'm going to try to stick to Top 5's in this show. Hit play as I share what I think are some of the best songs from out recording artists, top LGBTQ movies and TV, and important LGBTQ news stories of the year.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A new study reveals the “Gayest” states in the U.S. • Thailand's cabinet has approved an amendment to allow same-sex marriage • A news anchor in Ohio came out on-air with just one simple word • Holiday music from award-winning out recording artist Matt Zarley All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

World AIDS Day is observed each year on December 1 as an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV. During this episode of The Randy Report podcast, I take a look into the history of the day, how the world looks at the ongoing epidemic, and where we are today in terms of treatment. Being diagnosed with HIV today means something very different than it did 20 or 30 years ago. HIV is no longer a death sentence. World AIDS Day, launched in 1988, was the first-ever global health day. The annual event serves as a way of showing support for people living with HIV, and to remember those who passed from the virus. Take a listen, and feel free to share this show. Together we can make a difference. Check out these links for more information: www.worldAIDSDay.org www.HelpStopTheVirus.com

Today I'm chatting with Bryan Ruby, rising out country music singer/songwriter who's just released his new holiday single “It's A Wonderful Life.” He first came to national prominence in September 2021 when he became the first active professional baseball player to come out as gay. The inspirational story was featured in USA Today as well as 100+ media outlets around the world including CBS, Yahoo, Bleacher Report and Teen Vogue. He also founded Proud To Be In Baseball, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating, educating, and creating opportunities for the next generation of LGBTQ baseball players. Then we discovered that in addition to being a pro baseball player, Bryan is also a top-notch country music artist. An accomplished singer/songwriter, he has penned songs that have appeared on multiple charts including the iTunes Country Top 25. As an artist, Bryan released his debut single “Left Field” in June 2022 which has garnered nearly a million streams on Spotify alone. The song was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride, as well as the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist. This month, he's hitting the road with Nashville songwriters Jay Bragg and Brontë Fall for a unique, holiday-themed tour, A Songwriter's Christmas. Head to www.BryanRubyMusic.com for more info.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The House Ethics Committee has issued its blistering report on truth-challenged out Rep. George Santos, and it's as bad as expected. • A trans high school senior is told he can't play the lead in his school's upcoming production of "Oklahoma!" • The father in Virginia Beach calmly explained to a school board why anti-LGBTQ policies are bad for kids. This is my favorite thing this week. • Plus, a new Mr. Gay World has been crowned! All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Truth-challenged gay Congressman George Santos survives a House vote to expel him from office. • We have a new Speaker of the House - and I examine his positions on LGBTQ policies. • The U.S. plans to cut economic ties with Uganda over its extreme anti-LGBTQ laws. • Plus, the acclaimed new gay romantic film "Nuovo Olimpo" is available now on Netflix. All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • International pop star and LGBTQ ally Janet Jackson will headline a World AIDS Day concert • Anti-LGBTQ hate crimes rose sharply in 2022 • The City of Orlando plans to buy the Pulse Nightclub to build a memorial to the victims of the 2016 mass shooting • India's top court side-stepped legalizing same-sex marriage All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report

In this week's LGBTQ news: • Laphonza Butler has become the first out Black lesbian senator in the U.S. Senate • Pope Francis has suggested he might be open to the Catholic Church blessing same-sex couples • Amazon Prime Video has debuted a new superhero spinoff of THE BOYS titled GEN V • Legendary director Pedro Almodovar has a new gay western in theaters titled STRANGE WAY OF LIFE All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report Let me know what LGBTQ news stories you'd like to hear more of (politics, music, movies, TV, or other) on The Randy Report at this link: https://on.soundcloud.com/cBdeZ (Note: for some reason, the initial version of this episode was playing without the usual music. Please refresh your player, and the music should appear. My apologies for the odd technical oops.)

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • California's Gov. Gavin Newsom signs 9 pro-LGBTQ bills into law • HIV transmissions are higher among straight people in Scotland than gay men for the first time in years • The Galileo Church in Fort Worth, Texas, is actually helping families of transgender minors • Kennedy McDowell is a gay football player at Colorado State University, and he's been out for years All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The Hungarian edition of ELLE Magazine features two gay dads on the cover celebrating rainbow families in an increasingly anti-LGBTQ country • A Florida county has banned a children's book about a "hugging lion" as part of the state's Don't Say Gay law • The latest from out recording artist Milahroy "Sounds On The Stereo" • And my review of the new coming-of-age film “Aristotle and Dante Discover The Secrets Of The Universe” All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report

In this week's episode: • LGBTQ military veterans are suing the Defense Department for denying them honorable discharges during the years of Don't Ask, Don't Tell • Chilean gymnast Tomas Gonzalez comes out as gay in his new autobiography • Amazon Prime Video's new gay romantic comedy "Red, White & Royal Blue" hit #1 worldwide on the streaming platform • New out country music artist Dixon Dallas is getting lots of attention for his sassy, saucy hit “Good Lookin” All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

I'm going to take a slight pivot from LGBTQ news this episode. As some listeners - or readers of The Randy Report blog - may know, my husband Michael is a world class entertainment publicist. And for nearly 25 years, he worked closely with 4-time Grammy Award winner, international pop star and actress, Olivia Newton-John. Over the years, Olivia became a very dear part of our family. In fact, in 2019, she officiated the renewal of our wedding vows on our 25th anniversary. As we all know, sadly, Olivia passed away on August 8, 2022. In the months since, Michael and I haven't said much publicly about our time with Olivia because in part - as Michael taught me years ago - the publicist never “becomes” the story. As we reach the anniversary of her passing, Michael and I wanted to take a moment to answer some questions we've received over the years from the fans about our time with Olivia. And so, with that…say hello Michael. To sponsor Michael's steps at Olivia's Walk for Wellness: https://www.walkforwellness.com.au/michael-caprio

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Two stories from Italy as government officials have begun removing the names of non-biological gay mothers from their children's birth certificates, AND transgender men are signing up for the Miss Italy pageant after the organization banned trans women • A singing drag queen named Flamy Grant has hit the top of the iTunes Christian music charts • A rave review for the Broadway musical "Some Like It Hot" - Link: https://somelikeithotmusical.com/ • And we're just days away from the premiere of Season 2 of the acclaimed coming-out, coming-of-age series "Heartstopper" All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this episode, I'm chatting with America's favorite gay comic - Matteo Lane. Named one of Variety's Top Ten Comics to Watch, stand up comedian Matteo has performed to sold out crowds all over the world and he's about to do it again. Matteo can be seen in Netflix's queer stand up special STAND OUT as well as THE COMEDY LINEUP. He has over 1 million followers on Instagram, and he recently debuted his latest comedy special “Hairplugs & Heartache” on his YouTube channel which quickly garnered over 1.2 million views. In addition to his super-hero comedy skills, Matteo is an artist who painted a mural for the Obamas' headquarters in Chicago, a classically trained opera singer, and an admitted pasta aficionado. Matteo recently announced his new comedy tour “The Al Dente Tour” beginning in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he'll headline at the gorgeous Wynn Hotel on July 29. From there he goes to 40+ more dates in the U.S. and around the world. You can find more info at https://www.matteolanecomedy.com/

In this week's headlines: • Michigan lawmakers have passed legislation banning so-called conversion therapy • A federal judge has blocked Florida's new discriminatory anti-drag show law • Fans of pop mega-star and longtime LGBTQ ally Madonna were stunned to hear she was rushed to the hospital over the weekend after being found unresponsive • Drag/singing reality competition "Queen of the Universe" ends Season 2 in surprise cancellation All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Gallup Polling reports support for same-sex relations has dropped by 7 percent in one year • RuPaul was honored on the floor of the House of Representatives for Pride Month • LGBTQ history was made at this year's Tony Awards as not one but two nonbinary actors (Alex Newell, J. Harrison Ghee) took home trophies for the very first time • And Hollywood icon Rock Hudson is the subject of a new documentary from HBO Max All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • Target became the target of anti-LGBTQ ire for its annual Pride Month merchandise • The CDC reports new HIV infections are declining • Netflix gave us a first look at the upcoming Season 2 of “Heartstopper” ahead of its premiere this August All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's headlines: • International pop star George Michael will be posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility • Out ABC News journalist Gio Benitez takes his seat as the permanent co-anchor of Good Morning America Weekend • Blood donation restrictions eased for men who have sex with men • The UK has it's first gay reality dating TV show - “I Kissed A Boy” • And J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell make history among this year's Tony Award nominations All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.