Weathering Rainbows

Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston sit down with Sydni Hampton, Host of Reely Queer Podcast and Co-Host of Love Bytes, to discuss horror films and horrible legislation. Sydni is known for Elvira impersonations, hosting horror movie nights at college campuses, and a quarterly party “Slay!” at Play Louisville. You will also find articles written by Sydni in Queer Kentucky magazine.   We look forward to seeing you all again with new episodes in June!   FOLLOW THE SHOW For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Sydni Hampton: https://www.instagram.com/thesydnihampton/ Reely Queer Network: https://www.instagram.com/reelyqueer/   GUEST PODCASTS Reely Queer Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pb0qijWB8Ca7FPD27fjCF?si=fa16f098e89c4a7c Love Bytes Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/221LcCwSf8u98bLsX2ZgS3?si=55a4a5af28c74b7c   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   ANIMATION BY Christian Gallardo: https://www.instagram.com/drawnbychristian/

Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston sit down with Living Legend Lawanda Jackson. Lawanda Jackson is former Miss Gay USofA 2012, Miss Gay USofA Classic 2009, and has won over 20 other pageants. She is an entertainer known for her impersonations of Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Dionne Warwick, and Mary J. Blige. After a stroke changed her life at the age of 50 leaving her partially paralyzed, she decided to inspire others with disabilities by continuing to perform despite her disability. She now teaches Interview Master Classes for up and comers to the pageant world.    P.S. Lawanda Jackson is Leah Halston's Drag Mother. They have a very talented family.   FOLLOW THE SHOW For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Lawanda Jackson: https://www.instagram.com/lawada_jackson/   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   ANIMATION BY Christian Gallardo: https://www.instagram.com/drawnbychristian/   SPONSORED BY JustFundKY: https://www.justfundky.org   WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/g2FN4I_Ifkw

Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston sit down with KC Sunshine, the current Mr. Gay America 2022, from Kansas City, Missouri. He is also known as The Midwest Michael Jackson. He has been a dancer of 29 years, and has been performing in the art of drag and competing in male pageantry for 16 years. He has even been featured 3 times on America's Got Talent.    He is a former Duke of KC Pride 2008, Mr. KC Gay Pride 2011, Mr. Iowa Captal City USofA 2018, Mr. Gay Iowa USofA 2018 and Mr. Gay Missouri America 2021. In 2017 KC placed in the top 3 at Mr. Entertainer of the Year and in 2018 he placed in the top 10 at Mr. Gay USofA.    When not performing, KC teaches 4th grade in Kansas City, and works with several organizations that advocate for POC & LGBTQ+ youth visibility and inclusion. He is a co-director of The Coterie Theater's LGBTQ youth group Project Pride, an annual production that is dedicated to providing performance spaces for LGBTQ+ youth.   FOLLOW THE SHOW For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS KC Sunshine: https://www.instagram.com/kcsunshinemj/ Mr. Gay America: https://www.instagram.com/mrgayamerica/   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   ANIMATION BY Christian Gallardo: https://www.instagram.com/drawnbychristian/   SPONSORED BY JustFundKY: https://www.justfundky.org   WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/EOhwp7VyMPc   RESOURCES: Teacher Guide: https://www.headteacher-update.com/best-practice-article/lgbt-common-questions/189680   MR GAY AMERICA COVER PHOTOGRAPH: https://tiosphotagraphy.com/

With growing concern over conservative bills targeting lgbtq+ youth in schools, Kurtis Sunset sits down with Bryan Stanton, the host of Teaching While Queer Podcast, to discuss how they have provided an inclusive environment in spite of the right wing rhetoric in Texas government. Bryan has won teacher of the year for their district and now gives back by sharing the stories and experiences of LGBTQ+ Teachers on their podcast. This interview answers questions such as how to be more inclusive in the classroom, at what age is teaching youth about sexual identity appropriate, and how to overcome the fears of self-censorship.   FOLLOW THE SHOW For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Bryan Stanton: https://www.instagram.com/thebryanstanton/ Teaching While Queer Podcast: https://www.teachingwhilequeer.com     HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   ANIMATION BY Christian Gallardo: https://www.instagram.com/drawnbychristian/   SPONSORED BY JustFundKY: https://www.justfundky.org

Growing up LGBTQ in the Bible Belt has its own set of problematic situations when dealing with Fundamentalist Christian Organizations. In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Josh Astor, also known as J. Steele, and discusses the fears he had before and after coming out as a gay male to a religious family. Prior to coming out, Josh was a christian school teacher and had high standing within his church, afterwards that all changed. However, Josh talks about how he found a new accepting community that propelled him into the career of his dreams. Josh is the owner of J. Steele Photography that focuses on photography for male boudoir and drag queens.   For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS J. Steele Photography: https://www.instagram.com/jsteelestudios/   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   ANIMATION BY Christian Gallardo: https://www.instagram.com/drawnbychristian/   WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/khcHWxTeheA

Growing up LGBTQ in the Bible Belt has its own set of problematic situations when dealing with Fundamentalist Christian Organizations. In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Bernadette Barton and discusses many stories of gay and lesbian individuals from the Bible Belt. They discuss the Toxic Closet, Conditions of Inarticulation, and how to start making steps towards making rural areas more accepting of LGBTQ individuals.  We recommend the book, “Pray the Gay Away” by Bernadette Barton, to anyone that wants to learn about the Bible Belt effects on LGBTQ+ individuals. For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/ GUEST LINKS Bernadette Barton: https://www.instagram.com/bernbarton/ HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   LINK TO PURCHASE BOOK: https://a.co/d/gt9uO8k   WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/fOu-wuiepJE

In our funniest episode yet, Kurtis and Leah interview Joe Gollahon and Daniel Hutchins, a couple from Louisville, Kentucky that have been together for over 27 years. For 19 of those years, the two have become well known for hosting a Huge Christmas Party! Each year the two shoot and edit over 15,000 photos from various events throughout Louisville. In this FABULOUS episode expect to hear all about Christmas Scams, 2x4's, and Badonkadonks. Heck, you may even become educated on how to properly slap some booty without hurting your partner. That's right, this is a gift like we've never given before, as this “Christmas Episode” takes an absolutely wild turn into stories that would make these two TikTok famous overnight.    For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Joe Gollahon: https://www.instagram.com/joegollahon/ Daniel Hutchins: https://www.instagram.com/hutchins5104/   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   LINK TO CHRISTMAS TREE SCAM VIDEO: https://youtu.be/b6GATfs2Jgw   WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/WojDKN0ADnY

Is it ever too late to transition? Can you still find happiness by doing it later in life? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Ashley Anna Parks, author of Taking Flight, a memoir on transitioning at the age of 65. Having lived 65 years presenting as a male, being married to a woman twice, having children, serving in the military, and being a minister, Ashley reached a point where she had to set herself free. Taking Flight is all about that emotional journey of transitioning and finding happiness in her 60's.    But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston chat Hunks in Pumps, Stuffing Turkeys, and even ear fetishes.  For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/ GUEST LINKS Ashley Anna Parks: https://www.instagram.com/butterfly.discoveries/ Website & Book Purchases: https://www.butterflydiscoveries.com HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/ SPONSORED BY JustFundKY: https://www.justfundky.org WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/XjkYFNmXr3w

Ever wonder how to be successful in the HipHop Music Industry? Or to open shows for huge musical artist? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Tori WhoDat. Tori is a HipHop artist that has performed at many pride festivals with popular songs such as, “Heather Grey”, “Thru My City” and “Love the Way”. She tells her wonderful story from Christian Artist to HipHop star. But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston tell you what they've been up to over the lengthy break and some fun events coming this holiday season. For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Tori WhoDat: https://www.instagram.com/toriwhodat/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Ce9Le1hru4Me2NwIWE6S3 HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/ LINK TO CHRISTMAS WISH TREE VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6GATfs2Jgw    

Have you ever wondered how to fight school policies that are not gender inclusive? Interested in learning about the life of a transgender student?   In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Marcus Macchi. Marcus is a transgender male that discusses how he managed to change the graduation gown policy at his Catholic high school. Today, many schools still have policies that force students to wear a color robe based on gender often forcing transgender students to wear the color robe that is based on their gender assigned at birth. The outdated policies should be looked into across the country and Marcus tells how he changed it at his own school.   But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston answer some of the questions that folks submitted at Kentuckiana Pride including questions on feelings for their best friends, favorite drinks, and early sexual experiences.   For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Marcus Macchi: https://www.instagram.com/marcus_macchi/   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   RESOURCES: APP Suggestion - https://www.refugerestrooms.org/

Ever wonder how to be successful on TikTok? From another country and need advice on starting life after moving to America?   In this episode, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston interview “Art” Bezrukavenko. Art is a Ukrainian immigrant that moved to America with just $500 in his pocket. He is now a well-known TikTok Star and Social Media Influencer after going viral in 2020 with his coming out video holding an LGBTQ+ flag in front of the Bank of America. Art tells his story from Ukraine to America, then answers some fun questions that his fans have likely never heard him answer.   But first, Kurtis Sunset gives a bit of information on LGBTQ+ rights and fight for LGBTQ+ progress in Ukraine in the midst of war.   For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Art Bezrukavenko: https://www.instagram.com/itsartbezrukavenko/ Art in the Park: https://www.instagram.com/artintheparkshow/ Art's Website: https://www.onlyartiom.com   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   SUPPORT LGBTQ+ UKRAINIANS OutRight Action International: https//outrightinternational.org/ukraine   YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rGdIlCCbgxI

Have you ever wondered about the process of transitioning? How about how you should support your transgender son or daughter through their transition?   In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Jennifer Richardson and Caley Logsdon in our first tag team mother/daughter interview ever. Caley is a transgender woman that has vast knowledge on the health industry and how to support transgender individuals in the workforce. Jennifer discusses how she was a supportive mother through Caley's transition and how she hopes to bring more Pride events and understanding of the LGBTQ+ community to rural areas like Owensboro, Kentucky.   But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston answer some of the questions that folks submitted at Kentuckiana Pride including questions on fruit and how to approach guys. For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/ GUEST LINKS Jennifer Richardson: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer.richardson1974/ Caley Logsdon: https://www.instagram.com/southern_trans/ HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/2bD2iYjBf4g

Have you ever wondered what life is like for Transgender Troops? How about an interest in working for the U.S. Space Force? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Lt. Col. Bree Fram. Lt. Col. Bree Fram is the President of SPARTA, an organization that advocates and educates about transgender military service and is dedicated to the support and professional development of over 1400 transgender service members. She is also an astronautical engineer and serves in the US Space Force. But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston chat about rebooting their mental health, taking a break after the many pride events this year, and how their soul mates are clearly in other galaxies after seeing the James Webb Space Telescope images. For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/   GUEST LINKS Lt. Col Bree Fram: https://www.instagram.com/bree.fram/ Lt. Col Bree Fram: https://breefram.com   HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset: https://www.instagram.com/kurtis_sunset/ Leah Halston: https://www.instagram.com/lelehalston/   RESOURCES: SPARTA - https://www.spartapride.org   SPONSORS: JUST FUND KY - https://www.justfundky.org   SHOW REFERENCES: Realistic Baby Dolls - https://www.instagram.com/baby_of_mine_nursery/   YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/XHSxZoVhdlM

For the first time since Chris Stanley's My Gay Online Boyfriend Competition he spills the real tea about the competition, but it doesn't stop there! Chris then gets placed in the HOT SEAT to figure out if he's actually compatible with the ultimate winner, Kurtis Sunset, and then gets grilled by the past contestants. He answers all of the questions you've ever wanted to know! The interview with Chris starts at around the 34 min mark in this episode.    But first, Kurtis Sunset discusses Weathering Rainbows One Year Anniversary and makes a couple HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS, including the brand new comedy show, Rainbow Holler!    This show also features music by Eric Zimmerman (also from MGOBF) and Tayzzy! Both of which have signed on to be a part of the Rainbow Holler Crew!   MGOBF PLAYLIST   GUEST LINKS: Chris Stanley Instagram Chris Stanley Youtube HOSTED BY:  Kurtis Sunset  Leah Halston FOLLOW THE SHOW  For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows Weathering Rainbows Youtube:  @Weathering Rainbows     FOLLOW MUSIC ARTIST:  Eric Zimmerman  Tayzzy FOLLOW ANIMATOR:  @drawnbychristian      

Ever hear the stereotype that gays and country don't mix? Well, Chad Benefieldput that to the test when he became the morning Co-Host of WBKR (A country music radio station)! In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Chad Benefield about his time at WBKR, and his time battling for an LGBTQ+ Fairness Ordinance in Owensboro, Kentucky! But Chad this show was so packed with amazing stories that Chad will clearly have to pop in again to finish up this wild life adventure.   But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston update you and prepare you for pride. Kurtis announces who the guest of honor this year will be for Weathering Rainbows! Then, the two discuss some country music and a bit about upcoming Pride Celebrations!   FOLLOW THE SHOW  For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows      

Porn has become rather raunchy over the past few decades. Bernadette Barton has studied the sex industry for over 25 years and has studied how raunch culture has grown over the past few decades from the male gaze to porn with more and more violence. If you've ever been uncomfortable receiving unsolicited dick pics, or thought some porn took things a little too far then you are not alone. In her book, The Pornification of America, she helps us articulate the trends so that we can start having discussions about raunch culture and combat certain trends that are increasingly showing up in everything to the point we are becoming desensitized to it. But first, hear Leah make Kurtis increasingly uncomfortable discussing porn. GUEST Bernadette Barton HOSTED BY Kurtis Sunset Leah Halston FOLLOW THE SHOW For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com/ For the latest updates follow us on insta: https://www.instagram.com/weatheringrainbows/ BOOK LINKS The Pornification of America  Pray the Gay Away

Want to have a better understanding of what life is like for a person diagnosed with HIV? Ever wonder what undetectable means or need a better understanding about safe sex practices?   In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Ryan Alvey, a U=U ambassador ( undetectable equals untransmittable ), who was diagnosed with HIV in 2020, and has since spent his life advocating for better understanding and awareness around being open about ones status.   But first, Kurtis Sunset gives a little update about the shows delay, and his time on Chris Stanley's My Gay Online Boyfriend Competition, and congratulates Leah Halston for finishing foster care training. It's been a busy time for both of them, but the two are set to produce some amazing shows and new video content in the coming months.   For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows   Other Referenced Show Links: Hey Mistr - Prep Resource Social Practice Lab - Louisville Resource  Music City Prep Clinic - Free Testing  

Have you ever wondered about the queer influence on animation? Interested in learning about a Flamingo that has escaped the zoo and now performs as a drag queen? Then, you may be interested in this interview with the man behind the future film "Birds of Amuse." In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Christian Gallardo, of Swirly Straw Studios, the animator behind the intro animation of Weathering Rainbows. Christian is an award winning animator, having won many awards for his animation Snack Attacks, about five friends that visit the Balboa Theater. But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston talk about their own experience and love of animation. You'll find out which Disney Villain they most closely resemble and also who their Prince Charming would be. For more information visit us at http://www.weatheringrainbows.com/ For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows

Have you ever needed strong advice on how to talk to church folk about your queerness? Are you looking for the laugh you've desperately needed when reminiscing about some past church trauma? Then, you should check out this episode!   In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews May O'Nays (Andrew Schaftlein) about their upcoming performance of Tuba Atonement. Andrew grew up in Kokomo, Indiana, and faced the usual perils of growing up queer in a church oriented town, but Andrew has taken all of it and shaped it into a one woman show (for his drag alter ego - May O'Nays ) in a comedy that will surely have the audience laughing and wanting Andrew to write another show!   But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston discuss their own time in their high school bands! How was Kurtis in the band when he did not even play an instrument? Find out the instrument Leah was really good at playing! See the old pictures of Kurtis and new videos of Leah thinking she's a rockstar.   For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com   For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows

Can gays sit with Jesus? Does Jesus wear rainbow on Wednesdays? What if Damian from Mean Girls had to be in high school during the pandemic? How would he pass his quarantine time?   In this Season Finale Episode, Kurtis and Leah sit with Daniel Franzese, co-host of Yass, Jesus! Podcast, who played the role of Damian in Mean Girls, to discuss being a Gay Christian, as well as Danny's iconic role that still resonates with so many LGBTQ+ individuals. Find out all that Danny is doing now on his website: www.whatsupdanny.com   As a special surprise, you'll see for the first time ever the brand-new Weathering Rainbows Intro Animation created by @drawnbychristian! He will be our guest to discuss animation in Season 3, and his upcoming animated film "Birds of Amuse."   But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston discuss some highlights of the season, and then celebrate Valentine's day by playing "love it or hate it" where they discuss a plethora of possible Valentine's Date Ideas.   For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com   For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows

Have you ever wanted to be an actor or actress? Wonder how the industry has changed for LGBTQ+ actors over the years?  In this episode, Kurtis interviews Andy Evans about his experience being the first gay kiss on an NHL Kiss cam, the first same sex date to his high school's prom, and how the filmmaking world has transitioned gay roles over his career from being a joke to being something real. He has been a part of a variety of films including All The King's Men, and his latest release 86 Melrose Avenue, a movie about the various struggles of PTSD. But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston pretend to be movie stars and Leah accepts her Oscar for a thrilling movie. For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows                

Wonder what it is like to be a singer/songwriter from Louisville, Kentucky? Want to say you knew someone before they were famous? In this episode, Kurtis interviews Tayzzy, a 19 year old singer/songwriter, who Kurtis and Leah both believe will be the next great music artist from Louisville, Kentucky. CHECK OUT ALL OF TAYZZY'S MUSIC HERE!  Tayzzy discusses how music has inspired her despite Covid taking away much of the in person connections of musical artists. She makes Kurtis tell his most awkward moment on a date, and you learn why you should never leave your phone unattended if you're casually dating. But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston are excited about Leah starting foster care training and discuss getting past those feelings that others are judging you for pursuing your dreams. For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on our insta: @weatheringrainbows

Ever wonder how "the other half lives"? You know those people all over the world that have different cultures, governments, and experiences?  In this episode, Kurtis interviews William Ribeiro. William is the Host of William and The Magic Box, a show on Youtube, that has interviewed over 500 individuals from all across the globe. William and Kurtis bond over interview questions gone wild, and William tells stories of his own journey of discovering his sexual orientation. William actually interviewed Kurtis on his show long before Weathering Rainbows even aired its first episode. For a blast from the past, you can see that show here. But first, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston discuss first kisses where you'll learn why Kurtis doesn't like Juicy Fruit gum and Leah doesn't like turtles. Then, they play a rapid-fire word game before having a heart to heart over health and life direction. For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on insta: @weatheringrainbows

Are you here, queer, and ready to rock n' roll? Want to learn about the wonderful world of pageantry? In this episode, Kurtis interviews Ashley Shae Benton, the current reigning Miss Cardinal Country, and will be carrying that title with her as she competes for Miss Kentucky. But you may know her better from her social media influence on "Lesbian Tik-Tok" with her girlfriend. Along side being a social media influencer, pageant girl, and general go-getter, Ashley is currently in medical school.  But before we have our first ever lesbian on the show, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston discuss the early news of 2022, Leah's time in pageantry, and give their best impromptu pageant answers!  For more information visit us at www.weatheringrainbows.com For the latest updates follow us on our insta: @weatheringrainbows

Description of Episode: Kurtis and Leah countdown to New Years by giving 3 New Year's Resolutions, 2 things they are leaving behind in 2021, and 1 New Year's Challenge for their Co-Host! In the second half, Kurtis interviews the wildest social media influencer he knows, Rob Flo, a singer/songwriter who announces the drop of an EP “Angry Cat” by his alter ego, Rob Trixy. All proceeds for the EP “Angry Cat” will be donated to The Trevor Project! Kurtis and Leah wish you a Happy New Year!   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: Rob Flo WEBSITE: www.robflo.com INSTA: @robflo , @robflo27 SPOTIFY ARTIST: Rob Flo

Description of Episode: Kurtis and Leah discuss an early Christmas Gift with their new playlists for Spotify, and their approval for Spotify videos! They talk about what songs to play during “Boom Boom Time”. In the second half, Kurtis interviews the singer/songwriter of the hit song “Begging”, Patrick Saint James, and discuss his Pride performance, his recent success, and the relationship his mental health plays with his career. Kurtis and Leah wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Merry Happy Everything!   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: Patrick Saint James INSTA: @patricksaintjamesofficial SPOTIFY ARTIST: Patrick Saint James  https://open.spotify.com/artist/218BOjvtyAM1DiQCYJ4wyW

In this episode, Leah and Kurtis discuss Hedwig, Adele, favorite scents, and falling off stages. In the second half, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston interview Dustin Detzer, a holistic personal trainer, who lived the majority of his life as a "straight" man, even having married a woman. He talks of his journey from living this fake existence that led him down a very bad path to transforming his life by living his truth. Today, he is the happiest he has ever been and at peace with his past.   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows   Guest: Dustin Detzer INSTA: @holisticpersonaltraining812

In this episode, Leah and Kurtis discuss reoccurring dreams, perfect proposals, and first relationships. In the second half, Kurtis Sunset interviews Tony Lewis, from Drag Daddy Productions, who writes and produces queer theater that highlights the theatrical talents of drag queens. He is known for many popular shows such as Snow White and The Seven Drag Queens, Heroes, Alice in Derbyland, and his latest production, Hedwig, starring Gilda Wabbit.  To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   Guest: Tony Lewis  INSTA: @dragdaddyproductions  

This Special Episode is an interview with Stuart Walker, from Sweet Evening Breeze, an organization founded to help LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth. Leah and Kurtis both love this organizations mission and raise money for this organization throughout the year. If you would like to donate to help LGBTQ+ homeless youth in Kentucky, please reach out to Weathering Rainbows or Sweet Evening Breeze.   A full episode will be released later this week.

In this episode, Leah and Kurtis discuss everything from hidden talents to superpowers they would use for evil causes. In the second half, Kurtis Sunset interviews Bryce Wiebe, the Manager of the Office of Special Offerings at Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) about balancing identifying as queer and working for the church. Be prepared as Bryce convinces Kurtis that the story of Jesus was a little queer.   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: Bryce Wiebe INSTA: @brycewiebe

Weathering Rainbows is back with Co-Hosts Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston to discuss Tinder stories, Ghosting, and Upcoming Games! In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Jen Vogel, a bi-sexual woman, who is in a monogamous marriage to a man. Jen is also a great mother! This is a great episode for mothers that have LGBTQ+ children or those trying to learn how to raise their children to be more accepting of LGBTQ+ culture. Jen is also a belly dancer, and will make her return on Youtube Weathering Rainbows' Alphabet Games to put Kurtis and Leah to the belly dancing test! Jen is also the Host of Podcast, Top of the Curve, a podcast for the average person who is still an achiever but understands not everyone has to be an overachiever. To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows TIKTOK: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: Jen Vogel INSTA: @jenvogel80 PODCAST: Top of The Curve

Description of Episode: Ever wonder what life is like for an LGBTQ+ Social Media Influencer? In this season finale, Kurtis Sunset interviews Tate Hoskins, the cute Kitty Kat Cowboy from TikTok spreading all the love and positive energy Kentucky needs. He tells us about the twists and turns of his life in his first ever podcast interview. We discuss Kentuckiana Pride, the Do's and Don't's of TikTok, and you'll finally get a real answer about when Tate will start an OnlyFans account.   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: Tate Hoskins LINKS: https://linktr.ee/tatehoskins

Costumes can be fun, but they can also get us into a whole heap of trouble! Learn the Dos and Donts of Costumes for Halloween! Also, in this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Cody Garmon, who wears many costumes in real life. Cody has served as a police officer and has also been a drag performer. We discuss how those roles in society can conflict and how society can become more accepting of a person's individuality.    As an added bonus, you'll also get some of the funniest pot of gold questions so far!   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: (Insert Link)   Follow Cody Garmon INSTA: @cova2012

Ever wonder about the behind-the-scenes life of a male entertainer?  In this special episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Mykul J. Valentine, reigning All American Gent and Former National Entertainer of the Year! You'll hear of the illustrious friendship of Kurtis and Mykul over the years, as well as some very awkward moments with a special type of ring.    To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: Mykul J. Valentine INSTA: @bemymjvalentine TIKTOK: mykulvalentine

Are you ready for Spooky Season? Have you ever been ghosted? Need some advice on break-up etiquette?  In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews William Rodenberg, a graphic designer that just so happened to create the Weathering Rainbows Logo! He is from Evansville, Indiana and tells his story of growing up near the same area Kurtis grew up, but with a much different story. This story shows some major progress in the region's acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals, while also shows some of the major struggles still to conquer in the region.    Forewarning, this is probably the episode with the most advice yet! You won't be disappointed.   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   GUEST: William Rodenberg INSTA: @williamrr BEHANCE: www.behance.net/williamrudolph

GUEST: Bob German Description of Episode: Ever tried getting sober? It can be pretty rough and sometimes you need the help of others. In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Bob German, a man with an incredibly successful real estate business in part due to his nearly 30 years of sobriety. But that's not all, in this episode you will hear an open and honest discussion about open relationships, the importance of finances, and more.   So if you're allergic to alcohol and break out in handcuffs, then perhaps this episode is for you.   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weatheringrainbows   Follow Our Guest, Bob German: INSTA: @bobtherentman

Are you ready for a ramen and threads to gowns and crowns story? Do you want to know if the drag world is full of vicious sabotage?  Learn all that and more in this episode, when Kurtis Sunset sits down with his guest, Vanessa DeMornay (a.k.a Mikhail Shulz) former National Entertainer of the Year, and she tells her story from abandonment to well-loved Louisville Icon.  So many of you love Lady Gaga, and named her as your icon… so of course we had to get the drag queen that performed alongside her at the Connection Night Club. Remember, you are born this way, baby… what you do with that life is up to you.   To connect with us visit www.weatheringrainbows.com INSTA: @weatheringrainbows FACEBOOK: (Insert Link)   Follow Vanessa DeMornay: INSTA: @vanessademornay

Ever wonder what pansexuality means? How is it different from bisexuality? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Kyle Cownden, the Host of Change The Subject. Kyle identifies as pansexual, someone who is attracted to all types of genders. Kyle is also a champion bartender and brand ambassador for Wild Turkey Bourbon. So make a cocktail or grab your favorite non-alcoholic beverage and enjoy our discussion of sexuality, acceptance, and the impact of Covid on the service industry . 

Ever wonder about Kentucky's role in the landmark case, Obergefell v. Hodges, which decided that the fundamental right of marriage also applied to same-sex marriages and ruled bans on same-sex marriage unconstitutional? Kurtis Sunset and his guest, Greg Bourke, one of the named plaintiffs in Bourke v. Beshear, the Kentucky case that was consolidated into Obergefell v. Hodges, sit down and discuss Kentucky's role in the fight against bans against same-sex marriage. The episode discusses how Kentucky's refusal to recognize the legitimacy of Bourke and DeLeon's marriage (which occurred in Canada in 2004) led them all the way to the Supreme Court of the United States. For more on Greg's journey check out his book, “Gay, Catholic, and American.”

Are you trying to figure out where you fit in within the LGBTQ+ Alphabet of Identifiers? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset and his guest, Leah Halston, the Host of Play Louisville, and multi-title winning drag queen, discuss Leah's journey with her own identity and the struggle of balancing life and identity as a gay man, life and identity as a drag queen, and the possibility of having more of a transgender identity within relationships.

Weathering Rainbows is the newest LGBTQ+ podcast to hit the scene. Like a city boy walking through a cow pasture, Kurtis Sunset and his guests stepped into a whole heap of trouble. In this interview, Kayes Hurricane, speaks of seeking refuge in the United States. 

In this episode, Matheus “Thaïs” Coura discusses his/her/their time in conversion therapy and how they manage to live a happy and spiritual life as a gender fluid individual today. Thaïs is a professional opera singer and artist that originates from Brazil. Her very religious family moved to New York when Thaïs was three years old to continue their ministry. Thaïs tells a truly inspirational story of their lives. Today, Thaïs lives in San Francisco but travels often to sing and spread love and a smile to all that need it. MAJOR SHOW TOPICS INCLUDE: Gender Fluidity, Conversation Therapy, Spirituality MINOR SHOW TOPICS INCLUDE: Sexual Education, Sexual Readiness, Dark Rooms, Pool Parties, Acceptance, LGBTQ+ Influencers. SEGMENT TIMES: 0:00 - 2:00 Cold Open 2:30 - 23:08 Show Opener 14:35 - 18:25 Do's and Don'ts 23:15 - 27:40 Birds & Bees 27:40 - 29:20       TRIGGER WARNING 29:20 - 54:05       Interview with Matheus “Thaïs” Coura (Gender Fluidity) 54:13 - 55:45       Sunset Clarity Segment on Gender Fluidity WARNING: This show contains discussions of an experience with conversion therapy, a lack of lgbtq+ acceptance by religious organizations, experiences with self-harm, depression, and suicidal thoughts, major themes of sexuality, some loud noises such as sirens in the opening song. Please take care of yourself and only listen when you are ready. For more information, resources, or potential sponsorship opportunities of the show visit us at: www.weatheringrainbows.com Follow us on instagram for the latest announcements @weatheringrainbows. “No matter where the wild trail may lead you, may the rainbow always touch your shoulder.”

Weathering Rainbows is the newest LGBTQ+ podcast to hit the scene. Like a city boy walking through a cow pasture, Kurtis Sunset (Host), Tevin Vincent (Producer), and their guests step into a whole heap of trouble. Listen in to this comedic podcast as Kurtis and Tevin bring visibility to the unexpected adventures faced along the rainbow trail with a background of how they got started. 

Weathering Rainbows is the newest LGBTQ+ podcast to hit the scene. Like a city boy walking through a cow pasture, Kurtis Sunset and his guests stepped into a whole heap of trouble. Listen in to this comedic podcast as Kurtis and his guests bring visibility to the unexpected adventures faced along the rainbow trail.