Podcast appearances and mentions of damon jacobs

Hi Friends! Happy to bring you the latest episode, starring Rodney McCoy AKA Daddy Rod. Rod's appearance (I'm pretty sure) marks the first instance of a romantic couple appearing in back to back episodes, as he is the partner of 2x DetoxPod guest Damon Jacobs. Like Damon, Rodney is an activist for sexual health. But he has a story all his own. Rod and I connect over our shared Brooklyn upbringing, and the unique local pride that stays with you even when you move away. Rod also shares his coming out story, tying it in with familial hypocrisy and an understanding of the times (late '80s/early '90s). We also discuss issues around consent, and how a greater discussion needs to take place in sex positive circles that include gay and bi men. Of course, it's all part of our shared quest to expand the definitions of what masculinity means so that it calls in, rather than excludes. It's the first of what I'm pretty sure will be several conversations we have for this pod. Also, Rod has his own podcast called "Listen to Daddy" that you can check out here!

I'm happy to welcome my friend Damon Jacobs BACK to the show, on a less-than-ten-episode turnaround. Damon is an NYC-based therapist who also hosts a great podcast called Tub Talks, and has been on the frontline of queer advocacy and STI (specifically HIV) awareness for years. Damon and I reconnect to talk about life in the new American presidential administration, and how to keep your wits about you when it seems like the world is falling apart. We discuss spirituality in depth, and it was really interesting to hear how someone else approaches their relationship with the universe. Of course, the topic of maintaining and cultivating community comes up, as I feel like it's an essential part of enjoying life even in the best of times and becomes even more important as we navigate turmoil. I'll admit to not being in a great place when this episode was recorded (I haven't been in a great place for most of 2025 if we're being honest), and Damon's words were enough to give me a re-think about how I'm getting through these days. I hope you get something uplifting and hopeful out of this episode. Feel free to leave me a comment and let me know what you think!

As we dive headfirst into Hot Boy Summer, we're excited to tackle a topic that affects us all: rejection. Today, we're thrilled to have Damon Jacobs, our resident therapist and mental health expert, guide us through understanding and overcoming the fear of rejection. Join us as Damon shares his profound insights on vulnerability, inner strength, and the importance of embracing rejection to grow personally and in relationships. Discover practical strategies to push through fear, reclaim your power, and build healthier connections. Whether you're single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between, Damon's expertise offers invaluable perspectives for everyone. Tune in for an episode full of revelations, growth, and empowerment. It's Hot Boy Summer, and we're here to make it unforgettable! Our guest today is Damon Jacobs (he/him): a licensed therapist and author dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges and build fulfilling lives. Based in New York City, Damon combines his professional expertise with a compassionate approach, making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable. For more resources and information, visit Damon's website at DamonLJacobs.com and check out his series, "Tub Talks with Damon," on YouTube. Credits: Host/Producer - James Arthur M. (he/him) @jamesarthurm Producer/Editor - Sarah Brown (she/her) @sbrownsays Closing Music - Manny Baltazar (he/him) @mannybalty Connect with us: Instagram: @redflagseverywherepod Email: redflagseverywherepodcast@gmail.com TikTok: @redflagseverywherepod Facebook Page: Red Flags Everywhere Podcast Facebook Group: Red Flags Everywhere Community Checkout video clips on YouTube: Red Flags Everywhere YouTube Channel SUPPORT THE SHOW: We can't do the show without your support! Become a member, at a level that works for you, and get access to bonus content, features, and other cool goodies for supporting the content you love. Click here to find out more!  

On this episode of HIV Connect we dive deep into the conversation around sexual health for people living with HIV, breaking down sexual stigma, and what healthy sex looks like. Marriage and family therapist Damon Jacobs and HIV educator LaDeia Joyce join Kalvin to celebrate pleasure and illuminate the obstacles that people living with HIV face when trying to obtain sexual health care.

Steve has COVID, so comedian Drew Lausch fills in as co-ho. Leslie Jordan leaves us too soon, Britain's (hot) new Prime Minister is transphobic, AOC dances to the beat of her protestors and a Texas couple is haunted by horny ghosts. Then, psychotherapist and PrEP activist Damon Jacobs joins us in studio for a lively discussion about bareback gay sex. Grab the lube. Visit https://linktr.ee/AdamSank 

Elura and Matthew are joined by PrEP advocate and Tub Talks host Damon Jacobs, LMFT to give a monkeypox update and discuss two stories relating to the Affordable Care Act. Damon also tells his own story of trying to access the monkeypox vaccine in New York earlier this summer.Here are the three extra headlines you don't want to miss:Your dog's nose knows if you're feeling stressed out via NBCRecord numbers of nurses are quitting the NHS in England, figures show via BBCBiden Vaccine Mandate for Health Workers Survives Supreme Court Appeal via BloombergSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elura and Matthew are joined by PrEP advocate and Tub Talks host Damon Jacobs, LMFT to give a monkeypox update and discuss two stories relating to the Affordable Care Act. Damon also tells his own story of trying to access the monkeypox vaccine in New York earlier this summer.Here are the three extra headlines you don't want to miss:Your dog's nose knows if you're feeling stressed out via NBCRecord numbers of nurses are quitting the NHS in England, figures show via BBCBiden Vaccine Mandate for Health Workers Survives Supreme Court Appeal via BloombergSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In celebration of World AIDS Day 2021, Matthew Zachary and guest co-host Elura Nanos welcome Krishna Stone, director of community relations for Gay Men's Health Crisis, and Damon Jacobs, New York-based licensed therapist and HIV/AIDS activist. They discuss early HIV/AIDS activism, the latest scientific advancements, and what we can all do to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The theme for the WAD 2021 observance is “Ending the HIV Epidemic: Equitable Access, Everyone's Voice.” World AIDS Day was first observed in 1988. Each year, organizations and individuals across the world bring attention to the HIV epidemic, endeavor to increase HIV awareness and knowledge, speak out against HIV stigma, and call for an increased response to move toward Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S. For more about WAD, visit https://www.hiv.gov.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Sex Therapist Dr. Richard Mills has a candid conversation with Damon Jacobs – New York based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Author of two bestsellers “Rational Relating” and “Absolutely Should-less,” and PrEP advocate – speaks out about the stigma of HIV/AIDS, how Truvada has changed the way that we think about HIV exposure and STIs, the recent FDA approval of Descovy (an alternative to taking Truvada), how these wonder drugs have changed the way we experience sex, dispelling the myths of PrEP, and many other topics related to sex.  They also discuss the Facebook group “PrEP Facts: Rethinking HIV Prevention and Sex” that has grown to over 21,436 members, where individuals can ask questions, discuss their experiences with PrEP (Truvada and Descovy), and find peace of mind knowing that this little once daily pill has changed the way we live and experience sex in the 21stCentury.  To find out more about Damon please visit http://damonljacobs.com 

Damon Jacobs, New York-based MFT, advocate and HIV prevention educator, author, and expert in the field of PrEP joins the show today. He and David discuss what PrEP is, where people can get it, and the major changes it is making in the field of HIV and harm reduction. Damon discusses the changes PrEP has made since it’s come out, who could benefit from using it, and the amazing avenues he and his team are providing for intelligent and meaningful conversations on the subject.   TAKEAWAYS: [1:43] PrEP is the use of the antiretroviral drug Truvada, to prevent zero conversion of HIV, should someone be exposed. [2:05] Damon has been an HIV Prevention Educator since 1991, a time when communities were being decimated by the AIDS epidemic. Damon saw that to have integrity in the role, it meant he needed to get out and help communities learn about safe sex to the best of his own ability. He personally started using PrEP in 2011, and the FDA approved it in 2012. [5:53] PrEP is a daily pill that blocks the T cells of someone with HIV duplicating and replicating in the individual taking the pill Truvada, which is a combination of two drugs, tenofovir and emtricitabine. [9:30] Damon sees some of the positive “side effects” of PrEP being that people are getting more physicals, and getting regular STI checks. [12:07] The Magnet Clinic in San Francisco reported that 91% of people they start on PrEP come to their clinic because they already gave up using condoms, or they are inconsistent in their use. [14:53] Studies have shown that you may not need to take PrEP daily if you are able to predict and organize when you do have sex. You can double up on use, but it is something that should be discussed with an expert. [19:14] Damon’s Facebook group, PrEP Facts Rethinking HIV Prevention and Sex, has 21,200 international members and is a safe place for people to come and have intelligent and meaningful conversations about the subject. [22:17] The U.S. has seen a historical drop from 50,000 new cases a year to 38,000 new cases, and PrEP was partially attributed to that. There are also drops in new HIV diagnosis in cities where it is widely implemented and normalized like San Francisco and New York. [24:31] There are many avenues for people in the United States to get PrEP for a low cost or free because of existing financial support systems. [27:28] There are three documented cases where an individual was adhering to PrEP and they did acquire HIV. However, there is very little risk involved and the benefits are huge.   RESOURCES: Magnet Clinic Dr. Dave Glidden PrEP Facts CDC Patient Advocate Foundation U=U PrEPLocator.org PrEPforsex.org DamonLJacobs.com Rational Relating Absolutely Should-Less   QUOTES: ● “We can recall that knowing people with AIDS meant losing people to AIDS.” ● “PrEP will soon be an umbrella term, like the way we use birth control today, to describe different interventions.” ● “You don’t need an agency anymore, a WiFi connection will get the word out about PrEP.” ● “There is no more exciting time than now to be doing this work.”  

Bareback Privilege and the Demise of Risk-AversionThere's a new kind of gay male sexual privilege, one that’s entering dangerous areas of health, disease control, and prejudice: gay men who are on PrEP and only have bareback sex.There Is Risk in Everything We Do“As renowned PrEP educator and marriage and family therapist, Damon Jacobs, thoughtfully pointed out in a piece for The Advocate titled, “Sex With PrEP, Like Life, Is Never Without Risk,” 133 pedestrians are killed in New York City each year by cars. Just walking out on the street is dangerous. There’s risk in everything we do.”SourceThis period in history – the use of PrEP – reminds me of HIV shaming that happened in the 80s and 90s. Gay men who were negative (or thought they were) would shame HIV+ men by shunning them, which was most visible in online dating profile. You could read ads that said, “HIV- only”, or “Only safe and clean”, etc.. The truth is that anyone could lie and say they were HIV- or simply not disclose if not asked.I remember having sex with a guy I met sometime early 2000s. I was fucking him with a condom and I noticed he had a tattoo of an AIDS ribbon. It was in an innocuous place that I only saw because of the position of his legs in sex. It took me out of the moment and confronted me with my own prejudice, but we keep playing and the sex ended well. It was a reminder to me that if I was protecting myself, I could relax. I hadn’t asked him prior to meeting about his status, probably because HIV had been around for over 20 years and the routine of asking, or being freaked out about someone having HIV had diminished – but clearly my fears and prejudice had not.Human Behaviour and Unconscious ChoicesWe often make choices that are not in alignment with our best judgement, let alone our values, when we are denied something we want. In this case, the denial of affection and sex based on prejudice can lead to unhealthy choices and behaviours. In the late 90’s I witnessed the rise of so-called “bug-chasers”; individuals who actively sought HIV+ partners to agree to fuck them raw in the hope of seroconversion. Their desire was to have what they felt was denied them, the freedom to have sex “the way nature intended”.Basic Human NeedsThese choices – that of the bug-chaser to seek seroconversion – were psychological, based in human need and self-worth. Add onto these choices the social fabric of exclusion, being “othered”, not feeling accepted for who you are as a gay or trans man, and so on. Many of us took a self-righteous approach, assuming a higher moral ground, when in fact, there were many of us who secretly longed to ditch condoms and just “get it over with.” This is part of what lead to the term, “condom fatigue”, which sadly misses the real and deeper human truth entirely. As an already oppressed and marginalized group, now you’ve taken away our freedom to have sex however, and with whomever we want. The golden age of free, uninhibited gay sex was over. We had lost, what felt like, our only privilege.What is this universe we live in now?For the longest time you were taught to ask about your partner’s status, and many HIV- men had to face rejection on an all-too-regular basis. Then dating apps allowed users to select HIV status, sexual preferences, last testing date, and options like “negative on PrEP”, etc.While those options are useful for making choices – having too many choices is problematic. Psychologically, when we are faced with too many choices, we have a hard time making a decision. We see this in supermarket research on consumers buying behaviours. If you have a shelf for jams and you have 10 flavours, with five companies offering the same 10 flavours, how do you choose? What if three of the brands are all on sale? Now make the comparison to the list of labels on a profile on Grindr or Scruff. Sometimes there are so many variables, not including the personal description that may be see...Support the Think Queerly Podcast!

PrEP Talk:PrEParing for Pleasure Everything you've been wanting to know about PrEP from Damon Jacobs, the creator of PrEP Facts - Rethinking HIV Prevention & Sex. Damon Jacobs is best known for championing the use of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) through his work on social media, news print, broadcast appearances, is featured as one of 35 "Leading HIV Activists" by The Advocate Magazine, one of the Top 10 "Influential Voices in HIV/AIDS for 2016" by Healthline Magazine, part of the "HIV Heroes" series through Metrosource Magazine, and one of the Ten "Most Captivating Voices of 2014" by HIV Equal. .  His trainings have helped thousands learn practical skills for successfully implementing PrEP and increasing adherence.  Free street parking is available.  Please note that the Orange lots closest to SEWC are not free lots.  See Campus Map for more info.   Where EWU Spokane Campus - SEWC 122 668 N Riverpoint Blvd, Spokane, WA, United States   When Saturday, September 30, 20174:00 PM — 7:00 PM PDT Get in Touch SAN spokaneaids@gmail.com  

:27 San Francisco flavor ban passed at first reading at their regularly scheduled board meeting. There is another meeting planned but it is still expected to pass. CASAA's nationwide action for this http://p2a.co/hoHP3gO 3:26 Policies that happens in California tend to spread nationwide and this is why we ask people to comment respectfully on this ordinance. 5:02 On New York and the attempted regulation of flavors. 5:42 New Jersey one bill to ban all flavors including tobacco flavor. (Not expected to move at this time but you can never be too careful with legislation) 6:24 D.C. talk about banning flavors there as well. Flavors and regulation of what is appropriate are to some extent on the table this year. 9:15 Unintended consequences black market 14:30 A bit on signature on delivery 22:16 E liquid labelling what's appropriate 24:48 Oregon and specific guidelines on labelling 29:10 A look ahead,highlights on the future of local legislation. 30:41 Legislation is local and why it's so hard for the THR groups to monitor it all. 38:28 Genesee County Michigan tobacco 21 ruling http://halfwheel.com/genesee-county-mich-smoking-ban-ruled-unenforceable/156504 40:06 Michigan does have a bill at the state level to raise the age to 21 for the entire state.The regular session for Michigan ends in December. 43:22 Damon Jacobs testimony in San Francisco https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBny0icXow0 43:58 New York State A516 and S2543 these bills prohibit vaping in public places. (Listen for full description of the changes in these bills and it's not all bad) 51:06 Massachusetts (tax) 51:33 Deleware (tax) 52:06 Opportunities to take action:Citizen's Petition, Letters to HHS Secretary Price,New co-sponsors on 1136 (thank you letters) A listing of where to get CASAA updates 1 here casaa.org/podcast/ 2 here @casaa-media 3 here itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/casaa…dia/id1190244806

Jonny McGovern is back on OUTSpoken & Talking with Sex is Back – Damon Jacobs Will Help Answer your Questions 2016-4-17OUTSpoken“HEY QWEEN”, THE GAYEST TALK SHOW OF ALL TIME, GETS A MAKE-OVER FOR ITS FOURTH RAUCOUS SEASON January 25, 2016 – NEW YORK: Hey Qween!, the world’s gayest talk show of all time, is getting a face-lift this winter. When the show returns for its fourth season next month, it will debut a sexy new look and sound. For three hilarious seasons, comedian Jonny McGovern and his co-host Lady Red Couture have welcomed many of the countries top LGBT and drag talent − including RuPaul, Laganga Estranja, and Candis Cayne − to their couch. On February 15th,Hey Qween! launches its fourth raucous season ontheStream.tv. “Hey Qween! is a place for gay stars and underground legends to come and tell their stories in a way they can’t on any other talk show,” explains host and executive producer, Jonny McGovern. “We cut up, have a kiki and a gay ‘ol time. Then, at the end of every show, the special guest gets a trophy and a lap dance from one of our in-house strippers! It’s a half hour of pure merriment.” “You don’t have to be gay to be on Hey Qween!,’ he adds. “Just gay friendly and ready for fun.” Lots of changes are in store for the upcoming season of Hey Qween! including a brand new set and the addition of a regular cast member. Billboard charting vocalist Adam Joseph joins the gang as bandleader of “Adam Joseph and The Go To Bed Wigs”. “For years our show has been called The Tonight Show if Johnny Carson was a big gay lumberjack and Ed McMahon was the largest drag queen in captivity,” continues McGovern. “Now we got a glittery twink version of Doc Severinsen.” Adam Joseph has a long association with Jonny McGovern. He is the voice of the Hey Qween! theme song and the music producer behind all of McGovern’s albums. The addition of a bandleader will mean more music parodies and comedy to the show. Also new will be a series of “Drag Besties” episodes, kicking off with Detox and Vicky Vox of the Drag supergroup DWV. Fan-favorite segments returning this season are “Betta As a Bitch Track”, where the show trolls the trolls, turning real life negative comments from the Internet into over-the-top “bitch tracks” and the “Look At Huh!” game, where guests share their personal stories of celebrities. Jonny “The Gay Pimp” McGovern’s career began in 2003 with Dirty Gay Hits, a collection of hilarious gay themed songs. The video release of “Soccer Practice” from the album received over three million downloads and was added to rotation on MTV Europe and MTV Asia, making Jonny an international phenomenon. Soon, he was appearing all over the airwaves, on The Ricky Lake Show, VH1’s Best Week Ever, Comedy Central’s Out on the Edge, and more. Jonny eventually caught the eye of Rosie O’Donnell, who cast him as a lead player on her LOGO-TV comedy show, The Big Gay Sketch Show. “Working with Jonny is one of the joys of my life,” says Lady Red Couture from the Hey Qween! set in Hollywood. “He’s so sweet. I’ll never forget when RuPaul came to visit and we were filming the opening banter and I messed up. So Jonny says, ‘Don’t be nervous because RuPaul is here.’ Then RuPaul says, ‘DO be nervous because RuPaul is here!’ Oh, I wet myself laughing!” “We’ve become the best of friends making Hey Qween!“ reflects Jonny McGovern of his relationship with Lady Red Couture. “She’s such a quick wit and naturally funny. People think that because I’m executive producer of the show, I also direct her. You don’t ever make Lady Red do anything. If she’s eating on the show, its cause the bitch wants a snack! I just let Lady Red be herself and that’s more than enough.” Hey Qween! has been so successful for theStream.tv, the online network launched the show as its own YouTube channel and has plans to launch a stand-alone website. The show has also spawned several spin-offs, including the Look At Huh! aftershow that began airing last spring. In March,theStream.tv will begin airing the second seasons of: Judge Lady Red, a court show with Lady Red presiding over the disputes of young queens and deciding whether it’s ‘Shade’ or ‘No Shade’; He’s Fit, a parody of fitness shows starring lap dancer Greg McKeon as he competes in flex battles against Instagram hotties; and Hot T, a bi-weekly gossip show with Julie Goldman and Brandy Howard (from Bravo’s The People’s Couch) breaking down the hot topics of the week. A new advice show, Hey Qween Can I Axe You A Question?, will premiere later this season. “We’re thrilled to bring back Hey Qween! for a fourth season,” says theStream.tv’s Susan Wrenn. “Jonny and Lady Red are both so talented and passionate about what they do. Their creativity inspires everyone here at theStream.tv.” Look for Jonny McGovern and Lady Red Couture this summer when they host Pride Festivals and bring their Hey Qween!nightclub show to cities across the country. The fourth season of Hey Qween! begins airing February 15th on theStream.tv. ————————————– WELCOME! If you are single or in a couple and looking for a different perspective on love, happiness, and pleasure, you’ve come to the right place. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has helped people find and maintain satisfying and joyful relationships with lovers, family members, and friends, for the past 18 years. Together, we will create the relationship “structure” and agreements that are uniquely right for you. My approach to happiness and serenity is derived from tenets of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Social Justice Theory, and A Course In Miracles. The unique fusion of these models has enabled hundreds of my clients to create an enlightened balance of mind, heart, and action, as well as relationships that enable presence, peace, and pleasure. I can help you explore and change issues related to: – Diminished sexual desire in long-term relationships – Jealousy and fear in connections with others – Grief / loss – HIV related concerns and issues – Stress Management – Job burnout – Addiction / recovery – Anger Management – Depression – Caretaking fatigue My office is conveniently located at Madison Square Park (26th/ Broadway) in New York, New York. Late night appointments are offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, as well daytime on Saturdays. For more information, please email me at Damon@DamonLJacobs.com or call 347-227-7707

Bob Christie is a Vancouver filmmaker, activist, and scholar exploring the intersections of documentary cinema, entertainment and social justice. His 2009 feature Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride won several festival awards and was broadcast on cable television throughout North America, in Europe and South America. With fifteen years experience in the film and television industry, Bob has also directed and produced a feature documentary about his family that received funding from the National Film Board of Canada, as well as short films, music videos, television commercials and Internet content. In 2014 he completed an MA in Comparative Media Arts at Simon Fraser University with research that focuses on queer documentary cinema and social justice activism. Abstract of MA Research While touring to film festivals with my documentary Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride, I noticed a new attitude in queer cinema. Instead of exploring isolation, difference and separation from mainstream culture, queer cinema of the new millennium places LGBT* people within larger society, often as a vital and valuable part of the broader social fabric. There is also a confidence, optimism, and often an outright joyfulness in recent queer cinema. My research investigates the development of these two trends – the homosocial and joy – in conjunction with theories of affect, queer documentaries, and social justice activism. It follows contemporary scholars, including Nick Davis and Laura Marks, who have expanded on Deleuzian image theories. I argue that LGBT* documentaries of the new millennium expresses reterritorialized queerness that is affecting people individually and collectively, forming social memories and new understandings of gender and sexuality. As well, these processes are accelerating and expanding faster than ever before, due to the affordability of production and distribution made possible by new media technology. Two other central films of the study are United in Anger: A History of Act Up and the hilarious New Zealand favorite Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls.   Pride organizer examines the role and relevance of Gay Pride events around the world – from the extremes of protest to the heights of celebration.   Winner – Best Film – Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival: Indianapolis IN, USA Winner – Best Documentary (Jury Prize): Image + Nation, Montreal QC, Canada Winner – Best Documentary: Q Cinema Fort Worth TX, USA Winner – Best Documentary: Fairy Tales, Calgary AB, Canada Winner – Best Documentary (Jury & Audience Awards) Three Dollar Bill: Seattle WA, USA Winner – Best Documentary, Out on Film: Atlanta GA, USA Winner – Best Documentary, Reel Pride, Winnipeg MB, Canada Winner – Best Documentary, Inside Out Ottawa Gatineau, Ottawa ON Winner – Best Documentary, Miami LGBT Film Festival, Miami FL, USA Canadian Gala – Victoria Film Festival: Victoria BC, Canada Opening Gala – Boston LGBT Film Festival: Boston MA, USA Official Selection – Cleveland International Film Festival: Cleveland OH, USA Official Selection – Frameline 34: San Francisco CA, USA Official Selection – This Human World: Vienna Austria *Screened at over sixty film festivals and Pride events around the world.* *Showtime USA* *Super Channel Canada* “A riveting and enlightening documentary on the politics and relevance of the global gay pride movement.” –Michael D. Reid, Times Colonist From the elegant symbolism of the empty flatbed concluding Sao Paulo’s mammoth pride parade, to Moscow Pride organizer Nikolai Alekseev’s Byzantine ingenuity and dogged determination, Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride is a moving portrait of international LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, and Transsexual) struggles for human rights. Vancouver Pride Parade President, Ken Coolen explains the vast differences between marches and parades, and the importance of confronting the “authorities in your own communities,” as he visits countries where attempting to stage pride festivities invites extreme reactions. Director Bob Christie teams up with Aerlyn Weissman (Forbidden Love) in this panoramic meditation on the relationship between Gay Pride and mainstream society. A refreshing and clearly Western perspective on LGBT rights at home and abroad, it features generous footage of local Pride events, and tense yet poignant interviews around the world with an international roster of LGBT human rights heroes. Beyond Gay reflects an emerging trend in which those listless and stagnant Pride celebrations return to their fiercely flamboyant roots – by expressing an international solidarity with oppressed LGBT people everywhere. As Tomasz Baczkowski, President of Warsaw Equality Parade eloquently states, “if it’s a movement, a pride movement… then we should move something.” “An amazing film that needs to be seen by anyone in any community who wants to be moved and have their world view expanded.  This is a terrific gift to our collective human rights history.” – Stuart Milk, activist and nephew of the late Harvey Milk. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Let's Talk About Sex with Damon Jacobs

In the first hour the Boyz of OUTSpoken with in studio Grant Ogren From Spokane AIDS Network talk about relationships and sex with Damon Jacobs  -In the Second hour the Boyz interview Ross Mathews-ROSS MATHEWSSince 2001, Ross Mathews has traveled the world and established himself as one of the most in-demand television personalities hosts and pop culture experts in entertainment today. Endearing and witty, undeniably funny, and one of the hardest working people in show business, Mathews has won the hearts of millions of Americans since his television debut as a correspondent for “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Mathews can currently be seen as the newest host of FOX’s “Hollywood Today Live,” on the red carpet with E! for the biggest awards shows of the season, and returning as a judge on the smash hit, LOGO series “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” In addition to his work on television, Mathews can be heard weekly on his top rated podcast “Straight Talk with Ross Mathews” [PodcastOne] where he gives his hilarious take on the latest entertainment news and gossip. Recent guests include Kristen Bell [House of Lies], Matt McGorry [How to Get Away with Murder], Chelsea Handler, and more. In 2013, Mathews released his first book, Man Up: Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence [Grand Central Publishing] which quickly became a national bestseller. With an introduction written by Gwyneth Paltrow, and afterword from Chelsea Handler, Man Up takes readers inside Mathews’ personal journey as a super fan, revealing the most embarrassing and hilarious moments of his small town life and big city adventures, and how he managed to turn an obsession with pop culture into one on one interactions with celebrities like Paltrow, Tiffani-Amber Theissen, Madonna, and Michelle Kwan [to name a few] without ever having a single restraining order issued against him. In 2009 Mathews hosted and executive produced a daily web talk show for The Insider and CBS.com called “Inside Dish with Ross Mathews,” a show about covering Hollywood from the outside in. “Inside Dish” eventually became the official web show for CBS hits “Big Brother,” and the Emmy Award winning series “The Amazing Race.” In 2011, Mathews began a national college tour speaking about his experiences climbing the Hollywood ladder and discussing his humorous take on pop culture. Many of his tour dates were documented on E! News’ political series “Pop & Politics.” It was also announced in summer 2011 that Mathews had signed a talent deal with the E! Network, to increase his presence at the network. Leading up to the 2012 Presidential Election, Mathews was the official political reporter for E! News. He covered both the Democratic and Republican National Conventions, where he interviewed politicians including First Lady Michelle Obama, former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, and former Republican Presidential nominee John McCain. On the television front, Ross was recently seen hosting E!’s “Live From E!” as well as FOX’s “Knock Knock Live” alongside Ryan Seacrest, and earned a 2014 People’s Choice Award nomination for “Favorite New Talk Show Host” for his series “Hello Ross” [E!]. The impressive resume of programs he has appeared on over the past decade include: NBC’s “Hollywood Game Night,” “1 vs. 100,” and “Phenomenon,” he has appeared as a guest co-host multiple times on ABC’s “The View,” and he was a contestant on the fifth season of VH1’s hit series “Celebrity Fit Club.” He has also appeared as a celebrity correspondent on “Extra” and “The Insider,” has recurred as ‘Chris’ on “Days of our Lives,” co-hosted The Game Show Network’s “Big Saturday Night,” appeared on the OWN Network’s “Ask Oprah’s All- Stars,” starred as himself in ABC Family’s holiday movie “Christmas Cupid,” and has made appearances on BRAVO’s “Interior Therapy,” ABC Family’s “Beverly Hills Nannies Reunion,” E!‘s “Studio E!” and “After Lately,” and HGTV’s “House Hunters. Recently he has added regular appearances on Cooking Channel and Food Network to his resume, appearing on “Dinner at Tiffani’s,” “Celebrity Food Fight,” “Next Food Network Star,” and “Beat Bobby Flay,” to name a few. Mathews currently lives in Los Angeles with his partner Salvador, and their three rescue dogs Louise, Mijo and Audrey. When not working on his many projects, Mathews is a strong supporter of the Human Rights Campaign, speaking at many of their nationwide events and he received their Visibility Award in 2011.Tune into see him hosting  “Hollywood Today Live”  weekdays on Fox:  www.HollywoodTodayLive.comSubscribe and Listen to his weekly podcast “Straight Talk with Ross Mathews” 

Damon JacobsWELCOME! If you are single or in a couple and looking for a different perspective on love, happiness, and pleasure, you’ve come to the right place. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has helped people find and maintain satisfying and joyful relationships with lovers, family members, and friends, for the past 18 years. Together, we will create the relationship “structure” and agreements that are uniquely right for you.My approach to happiness and serenity is derived from tenets of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Social Justice Theory, and A Course In Miracles. The unique fusion of these models has enabled hundreds of my clients to create an enlightened balance of mind, heart, and action, as well as relationships that enable presence, peace, and pleasure.I can help you explore and change issues related to:- Diminished sexual desire in long-term relationships– Jealousy and fear in connections with others– Grief / loss– HIV related concerns and issues– Stress Management– Job burnout– Addiction / recovery– Anger Management– Depression– Caretaking fatigueMy office is conveniently located at Madison Square Park (26th/ Broadway) in New York, New York. Late night appointments are offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, as well daytime on Saturdays. For more information, please email me at Damon@DamonLJacobs.com or call 347-227-7707

Episode 62 (Air Date: MARCH 19, 2015) This episode is going to seem a bit out of the ordinary. Today Ben is interviewing Damon L. Jacobs (Psychotherapist & PrEP Educator) about HIV Prevention. Did you know that we now have a pill that can actually PREVENT HIV infection by up to 99% when taken daily? If you didn't … Episode 62 – Interview: Damon Jacobs, HIV Prevention (PrEP) Read More »

Episode 62 (Air Date: MARCH 19, 2015) This episode is going to seem a bit out of the ordinary. Today Ben is interviewing Damon L. Jacobs (Psychotherapist & PrEP Educator) about HIV Prevention. Did you know that we now have a pill that can actually PREVENT HIV infection by up to 99% when taken daily? If you didn’t … Episode 62 – Interview: Damon Jacobs, HIV Prevention (PrEP) Read More »

Damon L. Jacobs is a Licensed Psychotherapist in New York State, and has worked in HIV Treatment and Prevention for most of the past 22 years.  His 2008 book, "Absolutely Should-less" criticizes traditional HIV prevention strategies that fail to  effectively impact and change high-risk sexual behaviors.   He has been publicly speaking out in favor of information, education, and accessibility regarding PrEP for the past 12 months.  He frequently offers talks throughout New York City on subjects related to healthy living, joyful relationships, and rejecting stigma.   For more information, please email him at Shouldless@gmail.com or call 347-227-7707. 

Damon Jacobs is a licensed therapist who specializes in treating Addictions, Caretaking Fatigue, Obsessions/Compulsions, Anxiety and Panic, Social Conflict Resolution, Depression, Anger Management, Gender Identity & Transition, Grief and Loss, HIV related issues, and Sexual Identity & Coming Out, all with a sensitivity toward diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds. He is the author of "Absolutely Should-Less." Jacobs also is a part of "We Love Soaps TV," a website devoted to the history of the genre. No other website goes in-depth with your favorite actrors, writers, and producers to find out more about them that what the viewers, and possibly the actors, did not know.   Jeff Prewett's  leading actor looks and intensive acting training have gotten the attention of producers and directors alike.  He has achieved this by making his way in the door securing stunt work and then given acting roles on such features as, the upcoming FAST  5,  CROSS and the Avengers phenomenon THOR.    In a mere two years, since moving from Australia, Jeff Prewett is beginning to make his mark in the industry.  With his intense physical and military training, athletic prowess and stunt experience, Jeff has landed roles in some of the most commercial projects being produced.

His new book "Absolutely Should-Less" is burning up the bestseller charts across the country, and his "Soap Shrink" columns at Marlena De Lacroix's fabulous website are an industry-wide must-read, and now Damon Jacobs is coming by the Buzz to discuss his book, his life, the tragic cancellation of "Guiding Light," and whatever else manages to tickle our fancy.