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Step behind the scenes of Reel Pride, Canada's longest-running 2SLGBTQIA+ film festival, as Madison sits down with festival president Ray Desautels and marketing director Greg Klassen at Manitoba's Theatre for Young People. This fascinating conversation reveals how a dedicated team of volunteers brings dozens of authentic queer stories to Winnipeg screens each year.From its humble beginnings in 1985 when LGBTQ+ representation was limited to stereotypical characters, Reel Pride has evolved into a multi-faceted celebration of queer cinema.  "We want movies based on our lifestyle," explains Desautels, emphasizing their focus on stories where queerness is central, not incidental.The conversation takes a compelling turn as we explore how the festival navigates today's increasingly tense political climate. "We're not going to be pushed back into the closet," Desautels states reflecting this year's theme: "Projecting Pride: Loud and Proud." Both guests provide thoughtful perspectives on the festival's evolution, from simply showing films to creating community spaces through art exhibitions, short film showcases, and social gatherings. They highlight international standouts like "Odd Fish" from Iceland and "Some Nights I Feel Like Walking" from the Philippines, showcasing how the festival brings global queer perspectives to Canadian audiences.Whether you're a film enthusiast, an aspiring filmmaker, or simply curious about Winnipeg's vibrant queer arts scene, this episode offers valuable insights into how cultural festivals can adapt, survive, and thrive across four decades. Discover why Reel Pride remains relevant after 40 years and how it continues to create essential space for authentic queer storytelling. Check out the festival this weekend at the Gas Station Arts Centre and Canada's Museum for Human Rights! Connect with the Artalogue: Madison Beale, HostBe a guest on The Artalogue Podcast

It's season 6! Yes we've closed a season out only to open another. And to kick off what will surely be the best season yet, we have Beauty Influencer and Entrepreneur Jake Smith with us to chat all about his journey and evolution from small rural town to Big City Icon! We're talking makeup on men, fashion, creating business networks and much, much more.PLUS! We have a hot lineup of brand new releases from some incredible 2SLGBTQIA+ artists including:Come To Mine, Envi Jordan, Gabriel Munoz, Karde BBY, KARLOU, mani, Mariela, Moore, Paul David and Justin Ryan, the Rescue Rangerz, and Sunny Daydream with Reid Zakos.⚡️CONNECT WITH THE Q⚡️ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.curatedbyq.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⚡️FB/Instagram/TikTok @theqreviews ⚡️YouTube.com/@QCreativeNetwork⚡️Apparel Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://qreview.threadless.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⚡️Theme Music provided and performed by UK DJ and producer Hectic @hectictracks on Instagram⚡️ 

In this episode, Heather discusses her background and how she came to working with couples in therapy. She discussed how usually, when a partner in a couple has significant PTSD, it is recommended that each do individual therapy, but as she discussed, that doesn't mean the couple doesn't continue to struggle in their relationship. She shared how in her research with couples, where one person was a child sexual abuse survivor, the Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy approach was helpful, but it was difficult to complete Deescalation Stage, since there was a great deal of emotional dysregulation and difficulty with mentalizing. Heather discussed her conceptualization of Complex PTSD and how she began starting with cognitive-based interventions to help clients understand trauma, their reactions to trauma, and learn skills for emotional regulation and mentalizing, which is being able to reflect on one's own perceptions of the other, what the other may be experiencing/thinking, and how one might be being perceived. She explained how helping improve these skills helps to couple to address the effects of the trauma together and then allowing for the couple to do the relationship work. She talked about refining her Developmental Couples Therapy for Complex Trauma approaches, trained other clinicians, writing a treatment manual and conducting research. Heather also shared that she had recently published a workbook for clients, “Healing Broken Bonds: A Couple's Workbook for Complex Trauma” which goes through Developmental Couples Therapy for Complex Trauma step-by-step from a client's perspective. She describes how it's being used not only alongside treatment, but independently by couples and individuals. It can be paired with episodes of her podcast Healing Broken Bonds that help walk people through the concepts. ​ Heather MacIntosh, Ph.D., CPsych is a clinical psychologist, Associate Professor, and Director of the Couple and Family Therapy Clinic at McGill University where she is the recipient of the H. Noel Fieldhouse Award for Distinguished Teaching. Heather is author of Developmental Couple Therapy for Complex Trauma a Manual for Therapists and Healing Broken Bonds: A Couple's Workbook for Complex Trauma. She is also the developer and host of Healing Broken Bonds, a podcast featuring couples dealing with the impacts of complex trauma in their relationships. Developmental Couple Therapy for Complex Trauma is an evidence based, psychoanalytically informed treatment approach, developed by Heather, for working with couples dealing with the impacts of complex trauma. Heather is the author of over 60 peer reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and treatment manuals. She is in demand as a speaker at international conferences and workshops as well as a resource for local and national media in the areas of trauma, couple and family relationships and issues, and queer and trans wellbeing. She leads an active funded research program having been principal researcher on over $500,000 in peer reviewed research grants and an active co-investigator on over $7,000,000 more with other internationally recognized colleagues. Heather's research primarily examines the impact of early life trauma on the process and outcome of couple therapy. In addition, she studies the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ trauma survivors in therapy, in healing their sexual selves, adapting and integrating models of treatment to ensure accessibility and inclusion of Indigenous, racialized, queer, and trans, graduate student therapist trainees and clients. Heather lives and works on land of the Crawford Purchase Mohawk territory “purchased” for settlement by United Empire Loyalists at the end of the American Revolutionary War. MerryMac Farm is in Eastern Ontario, Canada, where she strives to live with the land in peace, and to bring healing through therapy offered in relation with her Icelandic horses, her retired RCMP Musical Ride Horse, three Ojibwe Spirit Ponies, and a cadre of other creatures who bring joy, hilarity, and love to life.

In this powerful episode of DCO Discourse, Vijay starts a new mini-series entitled "Crisis Reports", looking at current literature in the sector. This installment, we look at a paper entitled "Enhancing Equity on Crisis Lines: Understanding the Background, Practices, and Learning Needs of Responders in Canada". How well do responders handle crises involving mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts? What gaps exist in their ability to support marginalized groups such as Black communities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals? Tune in as we discuss the importance of cultural humility, the role of training, and the resources needed to improve support for these critical populations. To connect with support related to this episode, or for anything else going on in your life, please visit www.dcontario.org/locations to find your nearest Member Centre. Many of our centers operate 24/7. Thank you for joining us, and we hope this episode encourages you to continue the conversation. If you have feedback or future content requests, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/o8yUPMss6wo8dP1X8

On Sunday Aug. 10, Montreal's 19th annual Pride parade is set to take place, and two local Jewish organizations have been once again been invited to participate—despite a turbulent few days in which the organizers originally barred both Ga'ava and the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs. The explusion stemmed from complaints Pride said it received that Ga'ava, a pro-Israel, Jewish 2SLGBTQIA+ group, had used “hateful discourse” in a recent CJN article when describing groups that objected to Zionists participating in the parade this year. The short-lived ban outraged many, since Pride is supposed to be inclusive and a celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and also because the festival receives over $1 million in government funding. While the reversal is being described by some activists as a victory—and Ga'ava and CIJA, who march together, are pushing for a large turnout ahead of the big day—some members of the Jewish queer community say the whole incident has left them feeling traumatized. There is also some concern about how their enjoyment of the annual Pride experience might be marred by the required heavy security that will be deployed to protect them. On today's episode of The CJN's North Star podcast, host Ellin Bessner gets reaction from Claire Frankel, a recent graduate of McGill University and a board member with JQueer Montreal, as well as from retired Ontario justice Harvey Brownstone. Brownstone was Canada's first openly gay judge, performed numerous same-sex marriages and, years ago, was the president of Chutzpah, a group created in the 1980s to support queer Toronto Jews who had been rejected by their families. Related links Why Montreal's main Pride organization has reversed course and welcomed back two pro-Israel Jewish groups to participate, in The CJN. How Toronto's  2SLGBTQIA+ community faced some hard decisions whether to participate in the 2025 Pride events, in The CJN. Learn more and follow Harvey Brownstone's interviews show. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner (@ebessner) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here)

Marla has been exploring and practicing non-monogamy for about 20 years after learning about it during their first year of college. After getting out of their last monogamous relationship early in their college experience, Marla fell in love with their best friend and never really looked back. Like many of us, they were kind of making it up as they went and figuring it out along the way. Today we have a fantastic conversation with Marla about their journey, their struggles and triumphs, as well as the wisdom they've earned along the way. We dig into the reality of being an imperfect human, the importance of relationship repair, queer-platonic partnerships, and everyone's favorite topic... Hierarchy! More about Marla from their website: www.polyamarla.com Marla (they/them pronouns) is a relationship therapist and educator specializing in non-monogamy and *2SLGBTQIA+ identities. They have been practicing polyamory since 2005, and facilitating programs on the subject since 2009. (*2Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and beyond) Like you, they are a fabulous and sometimes messy human being. As a member of so many of the communities they support, Marla takes accountability when they've made mistakes, and doesn't shy away from challenging conversations. Their goal is to provide support and education for people who want to understand or practice non-monogamy. They advocate for the health of non-monogamous communities by offering services to people within, and adjacent to those communities. Please check out all of Marla's work on their website and don't forget to grab a copy of their brand new book Nonmonogamy and Defying a Paradigm! Check out the full show notes here. Join the most amazing community of open-minded humans on the planet!   Click here to order your very own NNM shirt! $10 Off - Online STI Testing

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The most powerful solutions in behavioral health often come not from professionals, but from peers who've walked the same path. In this episode, Arc Telos Saint Amour (they/them), Executive Director of Youth MOVE National, shares their lived experience navigating child welfare, houselessness, the justice system, and behavioral health from birth. As a queer, trans, disabled person of color, Tay reflects on how their identity and history shaped their lifelong mission to transform care for systems-impacted youth. They explain how peer support, rooted in trust, agency, and love, offers a life-saving alternative to broken institutions, and push back on narratives that blame social media, arguing it can be a vital source of safety and connection for marginalized young people. Tay also challenges widespread misunderstandings about peer support, its grassroots origins, its essential equity lens, and how it's often co-opted or commodified, offering a bold call to see youth not as problems to fix, but as people to trust, support, and uplift. Tune in and learn what it means to truly listen to youth, challenge systems, and support healing through the power of peers! Resources: Connect with and follow Arc Telos Saint Amour (they/them) on LinkedIn. Follow Youth MOVE National on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Email Tay directly here.

Queer Therapist Jay Holt returns to celebrate Pride with us. This is part 1 of a special in-depth conversation tackling how we can use the arts as a coping mechanism. The 2SLGBTQIA+ community is being impacted by global politics and anxiety and stress because of it continues to rise. We get into some strategies to combat that anxiety, trade some tips and tricks we use. and recognize that dance can be a form of queer rebellion in the face of it all. Buckle up for lots of great chat!PLUS! We have new music from Bennett Eliott, Emory Parker, Gilla, Jaden Cornelious, Jordan Bradley, Kfir, MONA, Shay Mykell, and Steven Taetz.⚡️CONNECT WITH THE Q⚡️ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.curatedbyq.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⚡️FB/Instagram/TikTok @theqreviews ⚡️YouTube.com/@QCreativeNetwork⚡️Apparel Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://qreview.threadless.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⚡️Theme Music provided and performed by UK DJ and producer Hectic @hectictracks on Instagram⚡️ 

Send us a textINTRODUCTION:After living in large cities, I wanted to come back to the Hudson Valley where I grew up. Unfortunately, even after many years, I have found that this area still has a largely unseen queer presence. Without the support of a needed community, and further isolation due to the ongoing health, social and political crises, I was compelled to explore new relationships with the environments I experienced when I was younger. Returning to these familiar places years later with a different body, I focus on getting to know the unknown self. I capture vulnerable moments in surroundings that have never seen me in this way before. I explore themes of identity,presentation, and (in)visibility through the lens of a medically transitioningperson. My current Polaroid project serves as a documentation of surgeriesundergone from 2019 to present. This chosen medium is a stark diversion fromthe popular “before and after” transition pictures seen online; consumed andsometimes fetishized on the internet. I strive to show the transitioning bodyin kinship with nature, stressing the integral likenesses between the two thatare so often questioned.INCLUDED IN THIS EPISODE (But not limited to):·      An In-depth Discussion With a Female To Male Trans Individual·      Why A New Environment May Be In Order·      Why Transitioning Is Different For Each Individual ·      Top Surgery & Bottom Surgery·      Some Of The Emotions Transgender People Deal With·      Why Access To Healthcare Is Crucial·      The Medical Process Of Going Female To Male·      The Importance Of Community During Transition·      The Importance Of Mental Health Professionals During Transition·      We Weigh In On The Impact Of Roe Vs. Wade Being Overturned CONNECT WITH INNIS: Website: https://www.inniswolf.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/inniswolfEmail: Innis@inniswolf.com INNIS' RECOMMENDATIONS: ACLU: https://www.aclu.orgDisclosure Documentary: https://www.disclosurethemovie.com CONNECT WITH DE'VANNON SERÁPHINO:TikTok: https://shorturl.at/nqyJ4YouTube: https://bit.ly/3daTqCMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devannonEmail: SDJPodcastNewYork@Gmail.comThanks for listening!!! Please follow us on YouTube + TikTok @SexDrugsAndJesusPodcast

Happy Pride! Today is Pride Day here in Portland. Pride has been a source of confidence, self-respect and solidarity for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community for many years. Sounds like a spiritual practice we could all benefit from! [Oh, if you're not clear on the whole alphabet soup thing, don't worry, we'll explain.]

In this powerful episode of DCO Discourse, Vijay talks with Dr. Michael Woodford and Dr. Tin Vo, two academic researchers involved in Thriving On Campus, an Ontario-wide study of 2SLGBTQ+ university students' experiences, wellbeing, and academic development. The discussion centered on the "Thriving on Campus" project, a comprehensive study examining LGBTQ+ students' experiences in Ontario universities, highlighting its unique scope and commitment to fostering change through research. The conversation explored various aspects of the project, including intersectionality challenges, mixed-methods findings, knowledge mobilization efforts, and the importance of socially responsive program design for LGBTQ+ students. The discussion concluded with an optimistic outlook on the future of LGBTQ+ research in Canada, emphasizing the strong support for equity-focused research and the current safety of trans rights in the country. To connect with support related to this episode, or for anything else going on in your life, please visit www.dcontario.org/locations to find your nearest Member Centre. Many of our centers operate 24/7. Thank you for joining us, and we hope this episode encourages you to continue the conversation. If you have feedback or future content requests, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/o8yUPMss6wo8dP1X8

In this conversation, Dr. Gabriella Barrientos discusses her extensive experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and her advocacy for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, with a particular focus on transgender youth. She shares insights on the intersection of autism and gender identity, the challenges faced by parents, and the importance of early intervention. Dr. Barrientos highlights the importance of training behavior analysts to understand better and support transgender youth, and the necessity of creating a more inclusive environment within the field of ABA.   Twice Consulting is currently pre-registering students for their next cohort and has graciously offered $300.00 off any single enrollment for Behaviour Speak listeners. You can access this discount with the following code: bx_speak_2025 Twice Consulting is also offering two lived experience scholarship seats per cohort. One seat for a transgender BCBA and one for a Black BCBA, with priority seating for a practitioner who lives at the intersection of Black and expansive gender identities https://twiceconsultingservices.com/affirming-transgender-and-autistic-kids-tool-kit-and-bcba-ceu-course/  Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/wEKr-GL1yOw   Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB:1.0 Ethics IBAO:  1.0 Ethics QABA: 1.0 Ethics Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/benreiman.bsky.social.bsky.social LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: Twice Consulting Services http://www.twiceconsultingservices.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drgabriellabarrientos/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twiceconsultingservicesllc/ https://www.instagram.com/behavior__twin/ Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes: Episode 84: Anti-Trans Legislation: Threatening The Lives of Transgender Behavior Analysis Students with Bryn Harris https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-84-anti-trans-legislation-threatening-the-lives-of-trans-behavior-analysts/ Episode 60: Gender Identity and Expression with Janani Vaidya https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-60-gender-identity-and-expression-with-janani-vaidya-ms-bcba/  

Cette semaine à Datestable, on reçoit Jean-François Guevremont (Rita Baga) et Maxence Garneau pour une conversation sans filtre sur l'amour, la drague et les relations. Jean-François se dévoile sur sa vie privée, ses premières dates et ses réflexions sur les standards dans la communauté LGBTQ+. Maxence nous raconte son passage à Si on s'aimait célébrités et ses défis amoureux, le tout dans une ambiance remplie d'humour et de vérité. Un épisode rafraîchissant qui explore la liberté d'être soi-même. Au programme: - L'envers du personnage de Rita Baga et la vie privée de Jean-François - Maxence et son expérience dans Si on s'aimait célébrités - Les standards de beauté dans la communauté LGBTQ+ - Les premières dates et la quête d'authenticité - La liberté d'expression de genre et l'impact sur la vie amoureuse

In this powerful episode of DCO Discourse, Co-hosts Vijay Moonilal and Caitlin Plant, talk about the experience of coming out to wrap a bow around the end of Pride month. In this (not so) mini episode, we'll dive into three questions. What was your coming out experience like? What internalized notions have you had to unpack? And what advice would you give to your younger self about identity? As well as share some insights about how to support 2SLGBTQIA+ people in your life. Link to Pew Research Centre Coming Out Project: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2013/06/13/chapter-3-the-coming-out-experience/ To connect with support related to this episode, or for anything else going on in your life, please visit www.dcontario.org/locations to find your nearest Member Centre. Many of our centres operate 24/7. Thank you for joining us, and we hope this episode encourages you to continue the conversation. If you have feedback or future content requests, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/o8yUPMss6wo8dP1X8

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 225!  June 2025 is winding down but Pride is reaching it's peak.  This week marks many of the major USA Pride Parades and celebrations of visibility, but a reminder of what the LGBTQIA+ community has fought for as well as how and why the fight continues today.It's also that time where Painted Trash Podcast caps off Pride Month with this year's honorees to join the PTP Trailblazers.  This week, Mark & Casey are giving you their choices for this year's induction to join the ranks of Painted Trash Podcast Trailblazers.  Who made the list, this year? (Hint: it's the second annual, however there was a year skipped). You gotta listen to find out!Did you get your Real-ID yet?? In this week's Trash Pick-Up, The Boys are discussing the deep trauma of the DMV experience-- especially those horrific photos we are all stuck with.  Have you heard about the major data breach that has left billions of accounts at risk? And then, it's on to miscreants. Trash Talk this week is covering a lot of ground including Karen Read, Razor Blade Throats, No Kings and failed birthday parade, losing more than $1,000,000 outta your checking account, continuing the attacks on the 2SLGBTQIA+ community throughout Pride Month, and the true price of a Disney themed brunch.All of this and recommendations too??  PHEW!  These Boys are getting you together to go into the height of Pride!  So put on your Pride best, getcha a delicious port vintage treat, and pull up a stool to the table to join your GBFFs.  It's time to paint! Happy Pride!!=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-Let The Boys of Painted Trash know your thoughts on this week's topics and episode! What street festivals do you attend? Do you like street fests? What is your favorite festival??Have a topic idea or story you recommend for Trash Talk, be sure to send it in to our email or through the "contact us" on our website.Follow us on:Instagram: instragram.com/paintedtrashpodTwitter: twitter.com/paintedtrashpodFacebook: facebookcom/paintedtrashpodcastDon't forget to click Subscribe and/or Follow and leave us a review!email: paintedtrashpodcast@gmail.comweb: www.paintedtrashpodcast.com

EPISODE 271: Interview with Marla Schreiber. Marla MSW, RSW (they/them) is a white, Queer, gender-defiant, neuro-fabulous therapist, educator, and author who has been practicing polyamory since 2005. They have been offering nonmonogamy (NM) workshops and consultations in academic and professional settings as of 2009. Based in Tkaronto (AKA Toronto, Canada), their therapy practice centers the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ and NM identities and relationships. In 2022, Marla introduced @polyamarla as an accessible, anti-oppressive, intersectional resource on social media. PolyaMarla has since grown into a team effort that offers education, training, and consultation for those who are practicing, or interested in understanding NM for personal and professional development. You can find Marla on social media @polyamarla, or check out their programming through polyamarla.com. Most recently, Marla wrote a book about the impact of mononormativity on non-monogamous relationships (they also had the pleasure of narrating the audiobook). “Nonmonogamy and Defying a Paradigm” will be released on August 1st, 2025, and is currently available for preorder from Thornapple Press. If you get value out of the Loving Without Boundaries podcast, then consider becoming one of our patrons! Not only will you enjoy exclusive content made just for you, your support will also help us continue creating educational content while helping more people have a deeper understanding of consensual non-monogamy and healthy, sex positive relationships in general. https://www.patreon.com/lovingwithoutboundaries

This Pride Month, we are proud to spotlight the powerful work happening in Maryland to build more inclusive and welcoming park and recreation spaces for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Way back in September 2024, Christina attended the second annual Maryland Recreation and Parks Association (MRPA) 2SLGBTQIA+ Summit at the North Laurel Community Center. As the only known state-level summit of its kind in the field of parks and recreation, this gathering is a testament to the intentional and sustained effort to center representation and inclusion across the profession, and we've been eager to share the voices and stories that came out of the summit! The summit first began in 2023, sparked by a recognized need within Maryland's park and recreation departments to better support and engage the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. As Noah Callahan from Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks explained, it all started with a gap that was quickly filled by forming a committee, engaging with community members, and building momentum for a first-of-its-kind statewide event. That first summit left a lasting impression, especially on attendees like Jaimie Wilder from Howard County Recreation & Parks. The welcoming atmosphere, thoughtful programming, and sense of solidarity stayed with them long after the event ended. So, when the second summit came around, it was clear this was becoming something special. It wasn't just a one-off, but a catalyst for real change. The 2024 summit expanded on the foundation built the year prior. With both 101 and 201 breakout session tracks, attendees were able to engage with a variety of topics including allyship, inclusive policy, indigenous inclusion, programming strategies and historical context. As Ashlyn Thompson, inclusion and community outreach specialist for Montgomery Parks, shared, the summit was intentionally planned to meet people where they are — whether just starting their inclusion journey or deepening their understanding. Kindness, joy and a strong willingness to learn was felt throughout the summit. That spirit, combined with deeply personal storytelling and education, created a space that was not only informative but transformative. Tune in to the full episode to learn more about this special event and how it's impacting the culture throughout parks and recreation in Maryland. You'll also learn: How the MRPA 2SLGBTQIA+ Summit is a model of how to build welcoming spaces through education and collaboration How connecting with speakers and organizations already doing work in your community — such as at Pride events — can make your inclusion efforts more authentic and impactful How this event led to new programs like “Robinson Rainbows” and influenced internal policies and workplace culture in meaningful ways How you can get started or deepen your organization's journey as it relates to this work And much more! Additional Resources: MRPA 2SLGBTQIA+ Summit Webpage and Resources from 2024 NRPA Resource Library

Send us a textAllie and Sam Conway, two prominent voices in the online community, embarked on a journey to parenthood that was far more complex than they ever imagined. From the frustration of long wait times at fertility clinics to the unexpected challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Allie and Sam's story is one of grit and perseverance. Their new book, "How to Make a Baby: Everything LGBTQ Families Need to Know About IVF," serves as a beacon for those navigating similar paths, especially within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We delve into the unique considerations that queer families face when choosing donors in Canada. Allie and Sam discuss the legal restrictions that necessitate looking beyond borders for donor options, and the intricate process of fostering connections among donor siblings. Their advocacy work alongside Fertility Matters Canada underscores the importance of community support and access to resources. As we reflect on their inspiring journey, we invite listeners to consider supporting this invaluable charity and the mission to make family-building accessible to all.More about our guest speakers:Allie and Sam Conway, are a same-sex couple who have been together for nearly a decade. Their beautiful journey starts on a dating app, like any modern love story. They are wives, moms to twins, and pet parents to five animals in Nova Scotia, Canada! They started sharing their life together online as a way to keep their families updated on their adventures around the globe together, but it quickly became a way to share much-needed queer representation; to showcase that a happy, full life is possible as an out and proud LGBTQ+ person. They have shared their journey with reciprocal IVF, and parenthood as a two mom family! Now they share the ups, downs, and everything from parenthood, to love, travel, life and everything in between! They have amassed an amazing, engaged online community over their 6+ years of sharing their lives on the internet with over 400k followers on social media! They have also done public speaking engagements about various LGBTQ+ issues in schools, for non-profits, and for major brands. They recently published their first book: How to Make a Baby: Everything LGBTQ+ Families Need to Know About IVF and Fertility Treatments. You can find them on:Instagram: @allieandsamYoutube: @AllieandSamTikTok: @allieandsamIf you or your organization would like to sponsor educational episodes just like this, please contact us at podcast@fertilitymatters.ca. Follow Fertility Matters Canada at @fertility_canada on Instagram and TikTok.

With Pride month underway, The Agenda looks back at how conversations around 2SLGBTQIA issues have changed since the show first began in 2006. Has Canada become a more tolerant or more accepting place for Queer communities? Callie Metler, Executive Director of Capital Pride Ottawa; Derrick Biso, Director of Education and Operations at Trans Wellness Ontario; Maurice Tomlinson, activist and consultant with HIV Legal Network; Cheri DiNovo, retired minister at Trinity-St. Paul Centre For Faith, Justice and the Arts and former NDP MPP for Parkdale-High Park joins host Jeyan Jeganathan to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jody Hamilton steps in for Stephanie Miller, leading a vital discussion on critical issues. This episode delves into the implications of military ranks, the complexities of foreign policy, and the challenges facing the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. With insights from Dr. Irwin Redlener and Dana Goldberg, hear personal experiences and a critical analysis of how political decisions impact marginalized groups.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LOOK OUT - Goose crossing ahead! Not all take kindly to the following of directions. Communication takes practice. Patience is needed to get where you'd like to be. Last week was National Accessibility Week (beginning on the final Sunday of May) and this time on Outlook (where “accessibility” is a given) we discuss the unhelpful helpers, how we orient ourselves, plus goose crossings and fermented mushrooms. This first Mixed Bag of June we're talking what's in store for these warmer months ahead including Pride celebrations, as we examine our gratitude toward those, in other marginalised communities, who come before us in all this disability community's diverse group and anticipating a new show reboot of the animated King of the Hill with the importance of understanding modern relevance vs a snapshot from a previous generation. Also, we touch on and go over the eager waiting for this month's announced applications to open up to qualify for the new Canada Disability Benefit and speaking of federal government, with Canada's new federal cabinet (and Mark Carney at the helm) doing the “Cabinet Shuffle” by eliminating the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion, and Persons With Disabilities. Happy Indigenous History Month and Pride Month to our First Nations, Metis, and Inuit and 2SLGBTQIA+ friends and listeners - from May mixed bags to June, toward the strawberry moon, and celebrating kidney transplant anniversaries during this summer season.

On June 6, thousands of veterans, union members, VA hospital nurses, elected officials, and more gathered on the National Mall in Washington D.C. at the “Unite for Veterans, Unite for America rally” to protest the Trump administration's attacks on veteran jobs, benefits, and healthcare. In this on-the-ground edition of Working People, we report from Friday's rally and speak with veterans and VA nurses about how Trump's policies are affecting them now and how to fix the longstanding issues with the VA. Speakers: Peter Pocock, Vietnam War veteran (Navy) and retired union organizer Everett Kelley, national president of the American Federation of Government Employees Terri Henry, Air Force veteran Ellen Barfield, Army veteran and national vice president of Veterans for Peace Lindsay Church, executive director and co-founder of Minority Veterans of America Lelaina Brandt, veteran (National Guard), 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate, and part-time illustrator and graphic designer. Eric Farmer, Navy submarine veteran Irma Westmoreland,  registered VA nurse in Augusta, GA, secretary-treasurer of National Nurses United, chair of National Nurses United Organizing Committee/NNU-VA Andrea Johnson, registered VA nurse in San Diego, CA, medical surgical unit and the NNOC/NNU director of VA Medical Center- San Diego Justin Wooden, registered VA nurse in the intensive care unit (ICU) at James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa, FL Cecil E. Roberts, Vietnam War veteran (Army) and president of the United Mine Workers of America Additional links/info: Tim Balk & Helene Cooper, The New York Times, “Military parade in Capital on Trump's birthday could cost $45 million, officials say” Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press, “Transgender troops face a deadline and a difficult decision: Stay or go?” Eric Umansky & Vernal Coleman, ProPublica, “Internal VA emails reveal how Trump cuts jeopardize veterans' care, including to ‘life-saving cancer trials'” Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / The Real News Network, “Trump cuts leave VA hospital nurses and veteran patients in a crisis” Featured Music: Jules Taylor, “Working People” Theme Song Credits: Audio Post-Production: Jules Taylor

Content Warning: This interview includes personal accounts of homophobia and experiences of violence. Please listen with care and sensitivity. It's Pride Month, and while advocating for queer and trans rights is a year-round commitment, this June feels especially urgent. Countries once considered relatively safe—like the UK and the US—are rolling back protections and adopting increasingly hostile policies.  And in many parts of the world, same-sex relationships are criminalized, people who defy gender norms face punishment, and simply living authentically can put someone's life at risk. An organization that works to protect queer and trans lives globally is Rainbow Railroad.   In 2023 alone, Rainbow Railroad received more than 15,000 pleas for help from LGBTQI+ individuals facing life-threatening danger. While not everyone can be relocated, the organization works with global partners to get those at risk to safety. This week on the show, we're joined by: Devon Matthews, the head of programs at Rainbow Railroad to discuss the important work the organization is doing to support 2SLGBTQIA folks across the globe; and also Rahma Esslouani, a newcomer to Canada originally from Morocco. Rainbow Railroad is a global not-for-profit organization that helps at-risk LGBTQI+ people get to safety worldwide. Based in the United States and Canada, they are an organization that helps LGBTQI+ people facing persecution based on their sexual orientation, gender identity and sex characteristics. In a time when there are more displaced people than ever, LGBTQI+ people are uniquely vulnerable due to systemic, state-enabled homophobia and transphobia. These factors either displace them in their own country or prevent them from escaping harm. About our guests  Devon Matthews (she/they) is the Head of Programs at Rainbow Railroad, where they lead global initiatives to support LGBTQI+ individuals facing persecution. Since joining the organization in 2018, Devon has led the organization through numerous major international emergency responses, helping to deliver life-saving support to thousands of queer and trans people at risk. She holds a BA (Hons.) from Dalhousie University and an MA at the University of London under the Refugee Law Initiative. Rahma Esslouani is a newcomer who relocated to Toronto, Canada, from Morocco via Turkey. If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble radio with your friends — it takes two seconds to support independent media like rabble. Follow us on social media across channels @rabbleca. 

On June 6, thousands of veterans, union members, VA hospital nurses, elected officials, and more gathered on the National Mall in Washington D.C. at the “Unite for Veterans, Unite for America rally” to protest the Trump administration's attacks on veteran jobs, benefits, and healthcare. In this on-the-ground edition of Working People, we report from Friday's rally and speak with veterans and VA nurses about how Trump's policies are affecting them now and how to fix the longstanding issues with the VA.Speakers:Peter Pocock, Vietnam War veteran (Navy) and retired union organizerEverett Kelley, national president of the American Federation of Government EmployeesTerri Henry, Air Force veteranEllen Barfield, Army veteran and national vice president of Veterans for PeaceLindsay Church, executive director and co-founder of Minority Veterans of AmericaLelaina Brandt, veteran (National Guard), 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate, and part-time illustrator and graphic designer.Eric Farmer, Navy submarine veteranIrma Westmoreland,  registered VA nurse in Augusta, GA, secretary-treasurer of National Nurses United, chair of National Nurses United Organizing Committee/NNU-VAAndrea Johnson, registered VA nurse in San Diego, CA, medical surgical unit and the NNOC/NNU director of VA Medical Center- San DiegoJustin Wooden, registered VA nurse in the intensive care unit (ICU) at James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa, FLCecil E. Roberts, Vietnam War veteran (Army) and president of the United Mine Workers of AmericaAdditional links/info:Tim Balk & Helene Cooper, The New York Times, “Military parade in Capital on Trump's birthday could cost $45 million, officials say”Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press, “Transgender troops face a deadline and a difficult decision: Stay or go?”Eric Umansky & Vernal Coleman, ProPublica, “Internal VA emails reveal how Trump cuts jeopardize veterans' care, including to ‘life-saving cancer trials'”Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / The Real News Network, “Trump cuts leave VA hospital nurses and veteran patients in a crisis”Featured Music:Jules Taylor, “Working People” Theme SongCredits:Audio Post-Production: Jules TaylorHelp us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

In which Jess and Ellie discuss the overlap of neurodiversity and queerness.Schedule coaching and speaking www.CoachJessicaMichaels.comcontact us GiftedKidMessyAdult@gmail.comHappy Pride to all our 2SLGBTQIA+ siblings!

The Big Beautiful budget bill heads to the Senate as Rand Paul tears into the spending that is proposed. CBS News is mad that the Trump administration discussed the illegal immigrant status of the Boulder jihadi fire bomber who was in the country illegally. 51 percent of Conservatives have excellent mental health, while 20 percent of Liberals have excellent mental health. Sesame Street features a trans hairstylist in a “Monster Makeover Segment”. An ambulance in Minneapolis had to detour because a group of people in thongs created a blockade yelling “honk if you love strippers”. Air Canada flies its first all-2SLGBTQIA+ flight. U.S. Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Host of the All American Savage Show, John Burk joins us to discuss Texas' THC ban. Elon Musk does not hold back and finally speaks out about his thoughts about the Big, Beautiful Bill. Wade Miller from Center for Renewing America joins us to discuss how the DOGE cuts can make it into the Senate version of the Big, Beautiful Bill through a rescissions package.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Ruff Greenshttps://ruffgreens.com/danaJumpstart your pet's health with a FREE bag from Ruff Greens. Just cover shipping. Use promo code DANA today!Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com Protect your financial future with my trusted gold company—get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit today, and you could qualify for up to 10% in bonus silver.Byrnahttps://byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off. Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANA.HumanNFind both the new SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews at Sam's Club!KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - KelTec Innovation & Performance at its bestAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana20 for 20% off your entire order.Angel Studioshttps://Angel.com/danaStream King of Kings, check out fan-picked shows, and claim your member perks.

Sesame Street features a trans hairstylist in a “Monster Makeover Segment”. An ambulance in Minneapolis had to detour because a group of people in thongs created a blockade yelling “honk if you love strippers”. Air Canada flies its first all-2SLGBTQIA+ flight.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Ruff Greenshttps://ruffgreens.com/danaJumpstart your pet's health with a FREE bag from Ruff Greens. Just cover shipping. Use promo code DANA today!Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com Protect your financial future with my trusted gold company—get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit today, and you could qualify for up to 10% in bonus silver.Byrnahttps://byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off. Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANA.HumanNFind both the new SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews at Sam's Club!KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - KelTec Innovation & Performance at its bestAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana20 for 20% off your entire order.Angel Studioshttps://Angel.com/danaStream King of Kings, check out fan-picked shows, and claim your member perks.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Marc-André Blanchard, a Trudeau-era insider with influence since 2015, as his chief of staff. An Ontario judge recently deemed a loaded illegal firearm inadmissible evidence against a Black driver, ruling Peel police racially profiled him during the traffic stop. Air Canada's first "all 2SLGBTQIA+ flight" Pride post faced immediate backlash from Canadians, leading the airline to disable comments online. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Geoff Knight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textThe Steel City Inclusive Softball Association offers friendly competition, in a safe environment for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. On this Sportsline Podcast, Commissioner Jeff Lindstrom joined me to discuss the importance and growth of the league, which is the largest in Canada.

Todd Ross shares his journey from growing up as a closeted queer youth in rural New Brunswick to becoming a leading voice for 2SLGBTQIA+ veterans in Canada. After being forced out of the Canadian Navy during the discriminatory LGBT purge, Todd transformed his trauma into activism—becoming a lead plaintiff in a class-action lawsuit that resulted in a national apology and the establishment of the LGBT Purge Fund. The conversation explores his intersecting identities as a Two-Spirit Métis person, the resilience forged through adversity, and the ongoing work of reconciliation, memorialization, and representation. Todd's story is a testament to healing, leadership, and the quiet strength of returning home.

Shila LeBlanc is the coordinator for the Rainbow Rights information guide. She spoke with Alex Guye about its importance.

How can closed doors become a catalyst for redirection?Join us in this powerful conversation with Kahsennehawe Sky-Deer, Former Grand Chief of Kahnawà:ke, CEO and President at Sky-Deer Consulting and Vice President at Dable Consulting and Advisory Services.Together, we explore:✨ The challenges of breaking barriers in politics as one of the first Indigenous woman and 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders✨ The public scrutiny, systemic resistance, and personal attacks Indigenous and women of colour leaders can face—and how to rise above them✨ How to meaningfully engage in reconciliation with Indigenous communities✨ The role of sovereignty, ancestral wisdom, and cultural grounding in leadership✨ How embracing change and uncertainty can open new doors for impact and transformationKahsennehawe shares her trailblazing leadership journey, from making history in politics to embracing her next act in community impact and bridge-building beyond government roles. She invites us to reflect: What does it mean to lead on your own terms, with courage and authenticity?Step into the next act of your leadership journey with sovereignty, spirituality, and purpose.To learn more about the resources mentioned in the episode, check out the show notes here.

This episode tackles three big issues: Trump's Gold Card and its economic hype, Trudeau's LGBT Refugee Program and its real cost, and Mark Carney's long WEF ties—power player or globalist pawn? GET A KID'S BOOK! https://amzn.to/3EUUprQ

Navdeep Parmanand is a trailblazing entrepreneur and founder of Celebrate Your Curves, an inclusive fashion brand based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Originally from Punjab, India, she moved to Canada at 19 as an international student.She has since dedicated her work to empowering individuals of all body types, including plus-size, petite, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.Her made-to-measure clothing line challenges conventional beauty standards and supports women in her hometown by creating sustainable employment opportunities.Check out@celebrateyourcurves.ca

Growing up in a small, remote, conservative town in Manitoba Alayna didn't even know that women could be gay... It wasn't a thing she even thought was possible. She was boy crazy in school to the point where her parents and teachers were a bit concerned. Today she takes us on her beautiful and complicated journey of discovering her own sexuality and ultimately coming out as gay when she was 29. Along the way Alayna was in a 10-year relationship with her boyfriend, explored polyamory, thought she was bisexual, and then slowly realized that she wasn't bisexual and that polyamory wasn't for her. Alayna's story is so powerful as she shows us how hard it can be to overcome the shame and societal expectations around our sexuality and relationships. Alayna described herself on her YouTube Channel better than we ever could... Alayna Joy is a therapist-in-training, climbing-obsessed, queer content creator who brings her frank and funny perspective to a wide range of topics, such as mental health and sexuality. She is the host of Sleeping Around: The Psychology of Sex, Dating, and Relationships and co-hosts the Chosen Family Podcast. Alayna is currently completing a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology as a part of her training to become a licensed psychotherapist. Across social media, Alayna shares her love for all things sexuality, climbing, and the great outdoors with a positive community of like-minded women and 2SLGBTQIA+ folks. No matter the type of content she's creating, Alayna's goal is always to keep laughter and education at the forefront. Check out all of Alayna's work here! Check out the full show notes here. Join the most amazing community of open-minded humans on the planet!   Click here to order your very own NNM shirt! $10 Off - Online STI Testing

Earlier this year, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced dramatic changes to that province's approach to the healthcare, education, and inclusion of transgender youth.  READ MORE: In Alberta's new war on trans people, children will suffer Since then, queer activists and groups supporting the rights of 2SLGBTQIA folks have come together to challenge and speak out against policies like the ones proposed in Alberta and have done their best to support queer and trans youth across the county.   This week on rabble radio, Jack Layton Journalism for Change fellow Eleanor Wand sits down with Bennett Jensen, the director of legal at Egale Canada to discuss what's at stake under the proposed legislation targeting trans youth in Alberta.  “When there are restrictions on access or information around queer and trans people, that communicates that there is something wrong with being queer or trans.”  About our guest and Egale Canada Bennett Jensen (he/him) is the director of legal at Egale Canada where he develops, leads and directs strategic litigation in furtherance of 2SGLBTQI rights. Jensen began his career as a litigator at a leading law firm in New York City, before becoming the deputy head of the firm's award-winning pro bono practice and leading responses to national rights violations like the Muslim travel ban and the family separation crisis.  Prior to joining Egale, he served as a policy advisor and then as director of litigation to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada where he supported the passage of the criminal ban against conversion “therapy.” He has been recognized as a Rising Star by the American Bar Association, as one of the LGBTQ+ Bar Association's Best 40 Lawyers under 40, and, most recently, with the 2024 Canadian Bar Association's National SAGDA Hero Award. Egale Canada is the country's leading 2SGLBTQI rights organization. Egale's vision is a Canada, and ultimately a world, without homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and all other forms of oppression so that every person can achieve their full potential, free from hatred and bias. If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble radio with your friends — it takes two seconds to support independent media like rabble. Follow us on social media across channels @rabbleca. 

More than any other episode in our 275 plus now, this one hits home for me and is the most personal version of me you are likely ever to get on the show. If you've listened to our commercials over the month of September, you should already be familiar with the UnSeen/UnHeard Anthology on Kickstarter, a 64-page anthology that collects 12 new comic short stories about dealing with disabilities or being neurodivergent. I fall into both those camps and rarely get to chat with comics creators who do so it should be no surprise that I'm excited to talk with today's first time guests, co-editors Aubrey Lyn Jeppson and C.K. Carpenter. The challenges that creators with disabilities face is numerous, I've personally turned down quite a few comics projects as a colorist I'd love to have worked on because I didn't want to commit and ultimately let people down and regular listeners will know that from time to time I have to take a break and Jimmy kindly makes sure to keep us on a regular release schedule here on the podcast. These are our stories and this is a unique window into a rare opportunity many disabled creators have to tell them. Please consider backing the project at the link below. unSEEN/unHEARD Anthology on Kickstarter Need a PFP? Make sure to hit up Lane Lloyd Synopsis From the editors that brought you Scott Snyder Presents Tales from the Cloakroom vol. 1 and the Ringo-nominated creator of Etheres comes unSEEN/unHEARD: Disability & Neurodivergence, a 64-page anthology that collects 12 new slice of life, romance, sci-fi, fantasy, and horror short comics about dealing with disabilities or being neurodivergent.   It was vital to us that stories about neurodivergent people and those with disabilities be told by people with those conditions. Similarly, creators with these conditions often find it difficult to make comics consistently, from financial barriers to constant interruptions to the creative process because their energy must go to simply...existing. As such, we wanted to produce this anthology to give those who might not usually get to tell their stories a platform to do so.  The anthology covers a wide spectrum of conditions: AuDHD, Ankylosing Spondilitis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Dyslexia, Spinal Cord Injury, Misophonia associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, Blindness, Fibromyalgia, CPTSD, and more. Furthermore, intersectionality and representation of other marginalized communities is a pillar of Unseen Alchemy Publishing. As such, expect to see 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC representation in our stories.  Anas Abdulhak, Aubrey Lyn Jeppson, and C.K. Carpenter comprise the editorial team. All three of us either have a disability ourselves or are neurodivergent, which was important to us in the formation of this anthology. All three have experience running crowdfunding campaigns: Aubrey Lyn Jeppson and C.K. Carpenter produced the first volume of Scott Snyder Presents Tales from the Cloakroom, and Anas Abdulhak has handled campaigns for such comics as Kill My Boyfriend and Objects in the Mirror. Our episode sponsors From Within on Kickstarter From Within is a martial arts revenge graphic novel about a slave fighting his way through a deadly tournament where the rules shift at the whims of a tyrannical emperor. It's a mash-up of the high-impact action sequences of Bruce Lee's films with the paranoid thriller undercurrent found in Ed Brubaker & Sean Phillips' Sleeper series. Late pledges are enabled if you happen to hear about it after the campaign officially ends. Arkenforge Play TTRPG games? Make sure to check out our partner Arkenforge. They have everything you need to make your TTRPG more fun and immersive, allowing you to build, play, and export animated maps including in person fog of war capability that let's your players interact with maps as the adventure unfolds while you, the DM get the full picture. Use the discount code YETI5 to get $5 off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan is a fertility doula, a mother to two living children and many babies in the stars. She is also a proud member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, a Swiftie, and an advocate for mental health support in the infertility community. In this episode, she shares about going through infertility and loss, along with the stereotypes and stigmas she and her wife were up against. Between the two of them, they had a 2nd trimester loss, many early losses, several IUIs, and a couple of rounds of IVF. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/findinghopeafterloss/support

Are you wondering how to make meaning of your loss? Join Dr's Gloria and Heidi Horsley and their guest Stephen Stott social worker, 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate and bereaved sibling.  Stephen is […] The post Stephen Stott: Using Personal Tragedy to Transform the Lives of Others appeared first on Open to Hope.

Hello hello! We're back with another episode of the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! This week I've got on Yash Rivera (it/him/faers) who is a sexuality educator, sex worker, and 2SLGBTQIA+ activist, and is here to talk about it's experiences in sex work and how it has enhanced it's life. In this episode:A look into Yash's pronouns and neo-pronouns in general Destigmatizing sex work and correcting misconceptions  What doing sex work has looked like for YashThe importance of knowing and setting your boundaries How sex work can be more than just sex Thank you so much for listening!  Don't forget to share on your social media and tag me if you loved this episode!Connect with Yash!Instagram: @its_majesty_the_emperorEscort Site: Tryst.linkSex Worker Blog: Tryst.link/blogSupport the Show.Connect with Rachel!Instagram: @The_Rachel_MaineWebsite: https://linktr.ee/WellnessSexpertiseYouTube: YouTube.com/@OwningYourSexualSelfFacebook: Rachel MaineEmail: therachelmaine@gmail.com

In this episode, I sit with Photographer, Marlo (he/they).   We discuss Marlo's first photographic book, Foreground: Portraits of Older Transgender and Gender Diverse People, older people in the LGBTQIA+ community and their visibility in the media and place within society, different approaches to experimenting with photography, first meeting trans and gender-diverse people in university and Marlo's exploration of gender!   Connect with MDSML: -Join the FREE mailing list for queer joy! hilaurendeborah.substack.com  -Email the pod to say hi or share a limelight-stealing story! mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com -2SLGBTQIA+ resources   Connect with my guest: -Follow Marlo on Instagram: @_marlowphoto -Check out Marlo's website: marlophotography.com  -Order your copy of Foreground: Portraits of Older Transgender and Gender Diverse People   Resources: -Coming Back Out Ball: comingbackoutball.com -Out and About Program: switchboard.org.au/out-and-about    Behind the scenes: -Podcast production and editing made possible by: Alexi Johnson and the team at @604podnetwork -Theme Music: Shawn Kangro -Logo Art: @raphe.ca

Tracey Carswell is the founder of Powerful in Pink and co-founder of Queer Metalsmiths. They work with artists, creatives, and small business owners to support their growth and development. Tracey shares their journey into metalsmithing and their passion for creating jewelry. They also discuss the importance of community support and collaboration in their work. Tracey created Queer Metalsmiths to provide a platform for LGBTQIA+ metal smiths and jewelry artists to showcase their work and support each other. They highlight the unique challenges faced by queer, non-binary, and trans artists in the metalsmithing community and discuss ways to recognize and support underrepresented and marginalized artists. Tracey Carswell discusses the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces, starting with using pronouns and respecting gender identities. They emphasize the need for open conversations and the willingness to make mistakes and learn from them. Tracey also shares their inspiration behind Powerful in Pink, a community organization that supports queer metal smiths, and their vision for the future of the organization. They encourage individuals to find their passion, connect with existing communities, and take the first steps towards building their own community. Bio... Tracey Carswell (they/them) is a queer non-binary coach, curator, artist, and educator dedicated to building inclusive communities and promoting equity. They are the founder of Powerful in Pink, a brand that offers coaching, small business support, curation services, and community-building opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs. Tracey also co-founded Queer Metalsmiths, a community space that honors, centers, and uplifts 2SLGBTQIA+ jewelers and metalsmiths. Through their work as the founder and former President of the Miami chapter of the Women's Jewelry Association, as well as their work with PiP and Queer Metalsmiths, they invest in the growth and success of women, femme, queer, transgender, and gender non-conforming leaders in the jewelry and craft industries.  PiP Website: https://www.traceycarswell.com PiP Instagram: @powerfulinpinkbytlc QM Website: https://www.queermetalsmiths.com QM Instagram: @queermetalsmiths

In this episode, I sit with Journalist and Author, Patrick Lenton (he/him). We discuss elevating and normalising bisexual experiences, Nonsense Newsletter, Patrick's debut queer rom-com novel, coming out via a national newspaper, feeling “undercover” without realising, bi-erasure existing the loudest inside of us and the fulfilled dream of annoying people with how queer we are! Connect with MDSML: -Join the FREE mailing list for queer joy! hilaurendeborah.substack.com  -Email the pod to say hi or share a limelight-stealing story! mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com -2SLGBTQIA+ resources Connect with my guest: -Read Nonsense Newsletter: heterosexualnonsense.substack.com  -Follow Patrick on Instagram: @patrick_lenton -Follow Patrick on Threads: @patrick_lenton  -Follow Patrick on Twitter: @patricklenton  -Follow Patrick on TikTok: @patricklenton  -Connect with Patrick on Facebook: facebook.com/PatrickLenton  Behind the scenes: -Podcast production and editing made possible by: Alexi Johnson and the team at @604podnetwork -Theme Music: Shawn Kangro -Logo Art: @raphe.ca

Wilbur Turner - Two-by-Two SurvivorToday's guest is Wilbur Turner (he/him), visionary founder and president of Advocacy Canada. He is located on the unceded ancestral lands of the Syilx people in Kelowna, BC, Canada.A well-regarded speaker and workshop facilitator, Wilbur utilizes personal stories and humour to engage, educate, and uplift audiences. Wilbur is well known for his advocacy work for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Today, Wilbur will also be sharing about his experiences growing up in a secretive sect recently gaining notoriety as The Two-by-Twos, who have also been called the No Name Church, The Friends, Cooneyites, and The Truth. FIND WILBUR:wilburturner.comhttps://advocacy-canada.lgbt/Support this podcast by becoming a Member of the CORT YouTube channel When you Support this podcast by joining our YouTube membership (starting as low as $3/month) you'll get early access to all of our new content, access to badges and special chat emojis, and more. Every dollar helps, so sign up to be a member today by clicking "Join" under the video. Subscribe to the audio-only version here:https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastFollow Janice and the Conference on Religious Trauma on Social Media: Mastodon: JaniceSelbie@mas.toThreads: Wisecounsellor@threads.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Podcast by Porthos MediaCopyright 2024 www.porthosmedia.netSupport the Show.

This week's episode begins with a trip down memory lane to how Jann and Caitlin began working together! The conversation then transitions to Pride Month and the significance of the Canadian flag and their support for the 2SLGBTQIA community. They share personal stories about peeing in unconventional places...which leads to Jann's ride-on mower incident. They also cover some pride history, drag performers in the UK army, the queer experience in Calgary, online hate, the election of Naheed Nenshi, Taylor Swift's relationship, and Dave Grohl's comments about her live music. This week's episode is brought to you by the home and auto insurance brand Canadians trust most, Intact Insurance. Mentioned in this episode: I've Had It Podcast: https://ivehaditpodcast.com/ Late in 88 Podcast: https://latein88.com/ Jann's Summer Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2c6dEzHwOQDEYXOrACcneF?si=112c6a69b9544901 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Podcast for Cultural Reformation episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address the Pagan high holy month of Pride. Not only do they expose the 2SLGBTQIA+ cult for the false religion it is, but they also provide a positive biblical vision for sex and sexuality.Get your copy of "Covenant Sexuality" from Ezra Press for 20% off today!: https://ezrapress.ca/products/covenant-sexuality-1;Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Should we do this more often? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.comSubscribe to Ezra's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1;Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503;Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help.

On this Podcast for Cultural Reformation episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address the Pagan high holy month of Pride. Not only do they expose the 2SLGBTQIA+ cult for the false religion it is, but they also provide a positive biblical vision for sex and sexuality.

On this Podcast for Cultural Reformation episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address the Pagan high holy month of Pride. Not only do they expose the 2SLGBTQIA+ cult for the false religion it is, but they also provide a positive biblical vision for sex and sexuality.