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This week on the Queer News podcast, Anna shares the joy for compiling our first Chicagoland lesbian business directory. We're also talking all about the nationwide campaign Seven Days In June: HEALTH IS PRIMARY. In politics, Pattie Gonia Sued By Patagonia, and a Federal Judge in DC Blocked Trump's Plan To Move Trans Women Into Men's Prisons. In culture and entertainment, we roundup Chicago Pride Month Events, and Edgewater Dedicates Street to LGBTQ+ Activist Lori Cannon. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://queernewspod.substack.com 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:07 Subscribe to the Substack, https://queernewspod.substack.com/ 03:05 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 05:13 Queer News Headlines 05:50 Seven Days in June: Health Is Primary 09:50 Pattie Gonia Sued By Patagonia 14:06 A Federal Judge in DC Blocked Trump's Plan To Move Trans Women Into Men's Prisons 16:19 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 17:12 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 17:31 Chicago Pride Month Event Roundup 19:33 Edgewater Dedicates Street to LGBTQ+ Activist Lori Cannon 22:13 Anna's Got A Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ <p di

This week on the Queer News podcast, our top story remembers Juniper Blessing, a trans student at UW who was brutally murdered earlier this month. In Colorado, the Supreme Court just voted to reinstate gender affirming care to the youth. In Chicago, we have an update regarding Alderperson Fuentes' fight against ICE. In culture and entertainment, The Black LGBTQ+ vertical dramedy Unrequited has been acquired by Slay Media, and we talk about the BET Black+ Iconic Soirée honorees. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 05:02 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 05:40 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 05:58 Queer News Headlines 06:52 A Trans Student At UW Was Found Fatally Stabbed To Death 09:30 Colorado Supreme Court Decision Requires Hospitals To Resume Gender Affirming Care 13:38 Alderperson Fuentes Files Lawsuit Against ICE Agents Due To Midway Blitz Altercation 17:24 First Black LGBTQ+ Vertical "Unrequited" Acquired By Slay Media Group 19:54 Meet The Black Queer Icons Honored at BET's Black + Iconic Soirée 22:30 Anna's Got A Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links <a style=

This week on the Queer News podcast, our top story breaks down the subpoena handed to NYU Langone on behalf of the DOJ. In Minnesota, Students walk out after a 7-1 vote to remove "A Mother of A Revolution!" from their spring concert. In sports, Jason Collins Passes Away at 47 and the community is mourning a real champion. In culture and entertainment, Here: Pride and Belonging in African Art Finally Unveils At The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art, and Our Friends at Windy City Times tell us all about North Halsted's new Latino night club El Bar. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 03:07 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:55 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 04:32 Queer News Headlines 05:24 NYU Langone Demanded To Hand Over List Of Names Of Trans Youth Seeking Gender Affirming Care 15:23 Minnesota School Pulls "A Mother of A Revolution!" From Spring Concert Due To LGBTQ+ Ties 20:11 Jason Collins Passes Away At 47 24:55 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 25:29 Here: Pride and Belonging in African Art Finally Unveils At The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art 27:34 El Bar Opens In North Halstead 32:09 Anna's Got A Word 🌈✊

This week on the Queer News podcast, for our top story, The DOJ investigates 36 Illinois schools over alleged Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) education. In politics, The Acceptance Academy Community school opens in South Florida this August, and the Trevor Project receives a 1 million dollar donation from NFL owner Arthur Blank. In sports, a lesbian engagement during a women's hockey game goes viral. In culture and entertainment, the Chicago Queer Wedding Show is on May 12th. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 03:37 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 04:01 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 04:41 Queer News Headlines 05:25 DOJ Launches investigation in Illinois schools for violations of civil rights 11:00 South Florida To Open A School For LGBTQ+ Students In August 14:10 Trevor Project Receives A 1 Million Dollar Donation From NFL Owner Arthur Blank 16:40 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 17:10 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 17:46 This Lesbian Couple's Engagement went viral in the Hockey World 20:34 Chicago's Queer Wedding Show Returns May 12th 23:08 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38;

This week on the Queer News podcast, for our top story we cover the state of gender-affirming care for youth that remains in limbo here in Illinois. In politics, The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund released their April list of endorsements, and Jayee Cooper wins a settlement from USA Powerlifting. In culture and entertainment, Utah Drag Queens win their settlement against the state, and we highlight queer owned bookstores to support on Indie bookstore day. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 05:55 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 06:29 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 06:50 Queer News Headlines 07:26 Illinois youth access to gender affirming care remains in limbo in the aftermath of a new federal ruling 12:20 The LGBTQ Victory Fund Announces their Candidate Endorsements 14:54 JayCee Cooper and USA Powerlifting Reach a Settlement 18:53 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 19:23 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 19:57 Drag Queens Win Lawsuit Against the State of Utah 21:59 Chicago's Independent Bookstore day was April 25th and here's a list of the queer owned bookstores you should visit this year. 25:54 Anna's Got A Word </p

This week on the Queer News podcast, Our top story features an imprisoned Trans Woman who is set to receive 200K from the state of Oregon as a part of a settlement. In politics, Texas Tech prohibits students from writing about queer topics, and Idaho gets creative in the face of a pride flag ban. In sports, the WNBA will induct five lgbtq+ women into their hall of fame. In culture and entertainment, The Denver Queer Community joined together in an attempt to save their only lesbian bar. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 03:12 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:43 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 04:01 Queer News Headlines 04:36 Oregon to Pay $295K To An Imprisoned Trans Woman As A Part of A Lawsuit Settlement 07:16 Texas Tech's New Ban Prohibits Students From Writing About Queer Topics 11:04 Idaho Gets Creative in The face of a Pride Flag Ban 14:19 Amnesty April is back from Chicago's City Clerk Anna Valencia 15:11 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 15:41 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 16:16 Highlighting the Queer Women Set To Be Inducted Into The WNBA Hall of Fame This Year 21:24 Denver's Queer Community Came Together To Try To Save Their Only Lesbian Bar <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; ma

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports, our top story mourns the life of Davonta Curtis, a trans woman who was brutally murdered in Chicago earlier this week. In politics the Montana Supreme Court steps up to protect their trans citizens, and The Pride at Stonewall is here to stay. In culture and entertainment, It's Lesbian Visibility Week and Sports power couple Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe have split up. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:51 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:25 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:56 Queer News Headlines 04:34 Her Name Was Davonta Curtis, And She Should Still Be Here Today 07:41 Montana Supreme Court Steps Up To Protect Their Trans Citizens 11:19 The Pride Flag At Stonewall Is Here To Stay 13:36 Amnesty April is back from Chicago's City Clerk Anna Valencia 14:28 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 14:58 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 15:32 It's Lesbian Visibility Week 18:20 Love isn't in the air? Lesbian Power Couple Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe Have Split Up 20:43 Anna's Got A Word </p

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports, in politics politicians fail to pass multiple pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ legislations in Georgia, Wisconsin, and Kentucky. In culture and entertainment, Chicago's Lesbian Bar Dorothy Gains A Sibling Named Fathom, and Poet Laureate avery r. young Debuts safronia at the Lyric Opera. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:00 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:29 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:54 Queer News Headlines 03:36 No new anti-lgbtq legislation passed in Georgia this year 05:50 Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers Vetos multiple anti-trans bills 08:27 Republicans Fail To Ban Trans Teachers In Kentucky 12:10 Amnesty April is back from Chicago's City Clerk Anna Valencia 13:03 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 14:35 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 15:09 The Lesbian Bar Dorothy Gains A Sibling Bar In Lakeview 17:46 avery r. young To Debut At the Lyric Opera 22:08 Anna's Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links Get your tickets to Safronia at the Lyric with avery r. young Join the QCrew! Giving starts as low as $5/month Send In a Queer News Tip or email info at e3radio dot fm 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports, in top news The Supreme Court has made a decision in the conversion therapy case Chiles v. Salazar. We mourn the loss of Black Trans Activist and drag performer Shyyell Diamond Sanchez-McCray, and in politics, state representative Malcolm Kenyatta sponsored a bill in Pennsylvania to protect marriage equality and it passed. In culture and entertainment, studies find that 85% of Americans support trans-rights, Elliot Page to introduce an all trans and non-binary cast production of Shakespear's As You Like It, and Ironman's first all-trans relay team places third. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:45 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:10 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:35 Queer News Headlines 03:32 The Supreme Court Votes 8-1 In the Chiles v Salizar Case 06:34 Shyyell Diamond Sanchez-McCray, Black Drag Performer And Activist, Killed at 42 09:03 The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Step Up To Protect Marriage Equality 11:00 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 12:37 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 13:12 A Recent Human Rights Campaign Study finds that 85% of Americans support trans-rights 15:36 Elliot Page to introduce an all trans and non-binary cast for the production of Shakespear's As You Like It <p dir="

This week on the Queer News podcast, Anna passes the mic to our trans siblings on this joyous day of visibility. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:25 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 01:36 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op50200:00:00 02:24 Trans Day of Visibility Stories 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links Join the QCrew! Giving starts as low as $5/month Send In a Queer News Tip or email info at e3radio dot fm 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio 📣 Stay Connected <li dir="ltr" style= "list-style-type: disc; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: n

This week on the Queer News podcast, in top news, the WNBA and the Players Union have a verbal agreement! In politics, Idaho's ant-trans bathroom bill is on the move, and New York makes queer history again. In culture and entertainment, we caught up with the authors of the newly released book: Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports, and the Windy City Times is accepting nominations for their 30 under 30 outstanding LGBTQ+ individuals. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:23 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:57 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 04:18 Queer News Headlines 05:15 We Have A 2026 WNBA season y'all! 10:45 Idaho's Newly Passed Trans Bathroom Ban Comes With A 5 Year Prison Sentence. 15:26 Newly Elected Judges Juliet Howard her wife, Norma Jennings make New York History 19:36 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 21:15 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 21:55 The Authors of Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports celebrates their book release in Chicago! 29:37 Get your nominations in for Windy City Times 30 under 30 outstanding LGBTQ+ individuals 31:05 Anna's Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨

This week on the Queer News podcast, New York makes queer history appointing Taylor Brown as the first trans woman to lead a city office. St. Petersburg paints the sky rainbow, and Katie Couric sits down with California Governor Gavin Newsom. In culture and entertainment, TS Madison was granted court protections against the DL Whisperer, LGBTQIA Business Week returns, and Sisters in Cinema celebrates their second anniversary. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:44 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:14 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:33 Queer News Headlines 03:26 New York makes queer history appointing Taylor Brown as the first trans woman to lead a city office 07:46 You can't remove crosswalks from the sky. Florida's rebellion against rainbow crosswalk demolition. 09:54 Katie Couric and Governor Newsom have a One on One 16:03 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 16:32 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 17:06 TS Madison granted court protection from stalker Naquan Palmer 20:24 LGBTQIA Business Week returns in 2026 22:18 Sisters in Cinema Celebrates Their Second Anniversary 36:08 Anna's Word <p dir="lt

This week on the Queer News podcast, in top news, New York Attorney General Letitia James orders NYU Landon to resume gender-affirming care for minors. Current and past LGBTQ+ federal employees speak up about suing Trump, and Florida suddenly cuts funding for HIV and AIDS Health Care. In culture and entertainment, we uplift the 37th annual GLAAD awards. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:01 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:48 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:04 Queer News Headlines 03:37 NYU Langone abruptly ended gender-affirming care. New York Attorney General Letitia James Has Ordered Them To Resume Operations ASAP. 09:15 LGBTQ+ Federal Employees Speak Out on Suing Trump 12:19 Florida Suddenly Cuts Funding For HIV and AIDS Health Care 17:30 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 18:37 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 19:10 Big Stars Shine At The 37th Glaad Media Awards 23:05 Anna's Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links Support The Honora

This week on the Queer News Podcast, Anna DeShawn sits down for an exclusive Season 5 interview with a leader who is truly "about that life": State Senator Mike Simmons. Representing the far north side of Chicago, Simmons made history as the first openly LGBTQ+ person and the first Ethiopian American to serve in the Illinois State Senate. Now, he's taking a monumental leap to run for U.S. Congress in Illinois' 9th District, bringing a track record of 50 bills passed into law in just four years. This special episode is an honest look at the "lived experience" we need in D.C., as Mike discusses his unique People's Legislative Councils and why he believes "creative protest" is the only way to combat the affordability crisis and protect marginalized communities. From the behind-the-scenes story of making Illinois a sanctuary state for trans families to a candid conversation about the fundraising gaps Black and LGBTQ+ candidates face, this interview is a reminder that authentic representation isn't just a buzzword—it's a tool for survival. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month: https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Important Episode Links   Learn more about Senator Mike Simmons   Join the QCrew! Giving starts as low as $5/month Send In a Queer News Tip or email info at e3radio dot fm 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    📣 Stay Connected Subscribe for news & queer deals: Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Follow Anna @annadeshawn on social for the latest queer news updates! Rate, review, and share this episode to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices.  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ About Queer News An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which ce

This week on the Queer News podcast, in top news Kansas dangerous anti-trans politics leads to hundreds of Trans Kansans losing their drivers licenses overnight. In politics, celebrations are in order as Texas has been issued a preliminary injunction by the Federal Court. In Florida, Pulse Nightclub is set to be demolished this month. In culture and entertainment, we dive into Wanda Sykes' new lead role, a trans Chicago comedian saves a baby from freezing in Lake Michigan and Queer folks win at the NAACP Image Awards. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:40 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:10 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:22 Queer News Headlines 03:23 Kansas Bill SB244 Overrided By Republicans Leading to Hundreds of Trans Kansans Losing Their Drivers Licenses Overnight. 08:30 Celebrations! Texas SB 12 has been issued a preliminary injunction by the Federal Court. 11:20 Pulse Nightclub Set To Be Demolished In March 14:25 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 14:55 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 15:30 Let's Talk About Wanda Sykes New Lead Role 17:50 Trans Chicago Comedian Lio Cundiff Saves Baby From Freezing In Lake Michigan 20:46 Queer NAACP Award Winners <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-

This week our Queer News correspondent Corey Antonio Rose takes us behind the scenes for an intimate, "fly-on-the-wall" look at the creative process of up-and-coming star B DeVeaux. An immensely talented non-binary neo-soul singer and songwriter, B. is currently preparing for their landmark SF Jazz Festival debut, where they are tackling the monumental task of performing Jazmine Sullivan's 2008 classic Fearless from front to back.  This special episode is a reminder to dream beyond the limits of your own imagination, because as B says, "when it happens, it's going to happen real quick." B.'s new single, "I Had to Learn," is out now on all streaming platforms. Go listen and support today, because we all we got! Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Important Episode Links   Stream B. Deveaux's new single "I Had to Learn" TODAY   Join the QCrew! Giving starts as low as $5/month Send In a Queer News Tip or email info at e3radio dot fm 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    📣 Stay Connected Subscribe for news & queer deals: Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Follow Anna @annadeshawn on social for the latest queer news updates! Rate, review, and share this episode to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices.  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Abo

This week on the Queer News podcast, in top news Kansas governor vetoes SB 244 an anti-trans bathroom bill. We celebrate that! In politics, Virginia makes strides to protect marriage equality in the constitution and Senator Shevrin Jones is Florida Democrats new leader elect. In culture and entertainment, we have a special story on Musician B. Deveaux by our Queer News contributor Corey Antonio Rose. In sports, ESPN announces Women Sports Sundays and the Black Trans Film Festival opens registrations for 2026. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:27 Welcome to Queer News 05:20 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 06:30 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 07:13 Queer News Headlines 08:08 Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill SB 244 Dismissed By Kansas Governor Laura Kelly 13:54 Shevrin Jones Is Florida Democrats New Leader Elect 15:45 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 16:15 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 16:46 The B Deveaux Special | A Story By Corey Antonio Rose 23:00 ESPN Women Sports Sundays Coming Soon 25:17 Black Trans Short Film Festival Registrations Now Open 27:00 Anna's Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin

This week on the Queer News podcast, In top news, The Trump Administration ordered the removal of the pride flag from Stonewall. Cathy Renna was there in person and left us a voicemail to share more about it. In politics, The Trump Administration attempts to revoke $600 million in health care funding from four states who've vocally opposed him, and we break down what the Transgender Bill Of Rights could look like. In culture and entertainment, Don Lemon pleads not guilty to federal charges and the Seeing Her docu-series premieres! Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26:00 Welcome to Queer News 04:05:00 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 04:45:00 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 05:20:00 Queer News Headlines 06:01:06 The Trump Administration Orders The Removal of The Pride Flag From Stonewall 10:28:17 The Trump Administration Attempts To Revoke $600 million in health care funding from four states 12:50:00 The Trangender Law Center Breaks Down What A Transgender Bill Of Rights Could Look Like 16:18:00 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 16:47:06 Help Us Be Better - Take Our Survey here https://medill.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eShfyyVDy5qQmbQ?Newsroom=E3_Radio 17:46:08 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; m

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This week on the Queer News podcast, our top story contains a round up of anti-trans laws states are attempting to pass this year. In politics, We remember Jay Lee, and stand with California as they fight for trans youth. In culture and entertainment, The National Rainbow College Fund Launches Their 2026–27 Scholarship Program and Magic: The Gathering players raise more than $600,000 for Trans Lives. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 04:09 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 04:33 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 05:02 Queer News Headlines 05:34 Anti-Trans Law Roundup: A Brief Summary Of the New Anti-Trans Laws States Are Attempting To Pass 12:12 Remembering Jay Lee 15:00 The State of California Takes Legal Action After the Termination of Trans Youth Care 20:02 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 20:30 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 21:06 The National Rainbow College Fund is Accepting Applications 23:28 Magic: The Gathering Players Raise Over $600,000 For Trans Lifeline 26:21 Anna's Got A Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links

This week on the Queer News podcast, Our top story is all about Don Lemon and the group of journalists arrested while covering the protests in Minneapolis. In politics, we dive into the twelve states suing the HHS, and USA Hockey's secret ban of trans athletes. In culture and entertainment, we take a look at the safest travel destinations for the LGBTQ+ community and the LGBTQ artists that won big the Grammy's. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 03:10 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:58 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 04:18 Queer News Headlines 04:54 Independent Journalist Don Lemon Arrested while covering the protests in Minneapolis 10:28 States Sue Trump over Transphobic Policies 13:14 The USA Hockey Organization Quietly Banned Trans Athletes In Secret 17:18 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 18:46 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 19:12 LGBTQ+ and traveling within the US? Here are some of the safest cities to visit in 2026 21:26 Billionaire philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Gifts Millions to the Trevor Project. 23:34 Queers Win Big at the Grammy's 26:13 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; marg

This week on the Queer News podcast, Chicago has appointed Antonio King as the city's first Director of LGBTQ+ affairs. In politics, we have updates on the murders committed by ICE in Minneapolis. and. In culture and entertainment, we share the 2026 LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame inductees, we say goodbye to ballroom legend Boom Balenciaga, and we stand with Karamo as this Queer Eye drama unfolds. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 03:54 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 04:24 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 06:02 Queer News Headlines 06:42 Chicago's new Director of LGBTQ+ affairs 09:12 The Murders in Minneapolis 14:54 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 15:23 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 15:58 The 2026 Class of the LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame 18:32 Ballroom Loses A Legend 20:46 All Eyes on Queer Eye 24:00 Anna's Got A Word 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cheerful-thinker-8561.kit.com/658060417d"

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn shares a few top queer news stories and drops a special episode honoring the work of Coretta Scott King while celebrating everything Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was to the world. Just as Dr. King was called to this civil rights work, so was Coretta. History has put her in boxes that keep her narrative somewhere behind Martin's but no, not here on this podcast. On Queer News she is not just the wife of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; she is the movement. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:27 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:56 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:31 Top Queer Stories 03:48 Queer News Headlines 08:40 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 09:12 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 10:00 Honoring Coretta while Remembering Martin 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links Join the QCrew! Giving starts as low as $5/month Send In a Queer News Tip or email info at e3radio dot fm <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt

Family, this week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn kicks off Season 5 by honoring the historic legacy of Andrea Jenkins, the first out Black trans person elected to public office in the U.S., as she announces her retirement. In politics, we head back to Minneapolis to discuss the heartbreaking killing of Renee Good by ICE agents and look ahead to the Supreme Court, where the future of trans girls in sports hangs in the balance. In culture and entertainment, the boys of Las Culturistas are catching smoke for their comments on Jasmine Crockett, and gospel legend Donnie McClurkin faces a shocking lawsuit that brings the "pray the gay away" conversation back to the forefront. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:18 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:00 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:17 Queer News Headlines 04:00 Honoring the Historic Legacy of Andrea Jenkins 08:12 Renee Good Should Still Be Here 13:19 Trans Youth Sports Take the Stand at the Supreme Court 18:10 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 18:40 The Queer Family Podcast 19:40 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 20:12 Las Culturistas Catch the Smoke After Jasmine Crockett Comments <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top:

Family, "Me and God gonna have a lot of talks about forgiveness on this one..." The holiday tradition continues! While we are still on our winter break, we are bringing you the conclusion of our annual end-of-year takeover with Kris and Shana of the Bad Queers Podcast. In Part 2, we're moving from the heat of July through the final moments of December to wrap up what can only be described as a "dumpster fire" of a year with a little bit of grace and a lot of laughs. In Part 2, we're getting into: The Wins: Lambda Legal's massive $6.2 million victory and Anna's beautiful "Shine a Light on It" exhibit. The Mess: From the WNBA "Green Sex Toy" marketing stunt to the Charlie Kirk fallout and the end of the Dinah Shore era. Bad Queer Opinions: Why we're "too gay to be transphobic" and why some folks are officially not welcome in the circle in 2026. The All-Star Vision: Anna, Kris, and Shana manifest a "Black mar

Family, while the Queer News Podcast is on holiday break, we're bringing you a special gift: Part 1 of our annual end-of-year crossover with our favorite duo, Kris and Shana of the Bad Queers Podcast. 🏳️‍🌈 2025 was a "dumpster fire" of a year politically, but culturally? It belonged to the icons. We're calling it The Niecy Nash Year and in this first half of our recap, we're breaking down the top stories from January through June. In Part 1, we dive into: Queer Urban Dictionary: Decoding "Pomo Sexuality" and the bizarre conservative "Berry Sexuality" trend. 🍓 The Headlines: TikTok going dark, the historic LA wildfires, and the "longshot" legal battles for trans rights. Culture Wins: Beyoncé's record-breaking Grammy wins and why 2025 belongs to Niecy Nash-Betts. Social Trends: From the "Stud Budz" takeover of the WNBA to the viral "Stud Name vs. Real Name" TikToks. <li dir="ltr" style= "list-style-type: disc; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400;

Family, we are in holiday mode here at the Queer News podcast which means it's time for rest and some interviews. This week we're bringing some inspiring holiday voicemails to help you get through this season and an interview centering purpose to help us get our lives right together as we enter 2026. As Marvin says, "Purpose is a vehicle, and purpose has the ability to take you in the right direction if you would just follow." Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66. 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:07 Welcome to Queer News 01:51 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:29 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 05:17 I'm Alive and I'm Winning: Living Beyond Red with Marvin Anderson 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links Send in Your Holiday Voicemail Watch HIV Artivist Marvin Anderson Music Video "Living Beyond The Red" (Featuring Tomi Thomas) Sign up for the Queer News newsletter Join the QCr

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, Trans Up Front Illinois received a big grant from Lady Gaga's foundation. In politics, we have a disappointing update on the U.S military ban. In culture and entertainment, Jason Collins shares that he has been diagnosed with stage four brain cancer, Cynthia Erivo makes Golden Globe history, and the Teen Vogue X GLAAD 20 under 20 list is out! Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:02 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:24 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:41 Queer News Headlines 03:24 A U.S Military Ban Update 05:44 Trans Up Front Illinois Receives A Grant From A Familiar Face. 10:27 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 10:57 The Queer Family Podcast 11:37 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 12:10 Jason Collins Releases A Diagnosis Update 15:52 Cynthia Erivo Makes Golden Globe History 17:35 Teen Vogue X GLAAD 20 under 20 list is out! 19:35 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "line-he

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, the Victory Institute held its 41st gathering of LGBTQ+ politicians from around the world and I was there. I'm going to tell you all about it. In politics, the USA received an 'F' on the 2025 Franklin & Marshall Global Barometers Report. The Girl Scouts of the UK, GirlGuiding, bans trans girls from joining the organization. Gender-affirming care for Georgia inmates is protected after a law aiming to cut it is struck down. In culture and entertainment, Drag Queen Pattie Gonia raises over 1 million dollars for a more equitable outdoors, and gamers combat trans bans in E-Sports. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:32 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:53 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:13 Queer News Headlines 04:10 President Joe Biden Receives Award for LGBTQ+ Inclusivity 07:55 Gender Affirming Care for Georgia Inmates Is Safe…For Now 10:28 Girl Scouts UK Bans Trans Girls 13:24 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 14:54 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 15:25 The US Has Earned an F in the 2025 Franklin & Marshall Global Barometers Report 17:30 Trans Bans Expand to E-S

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news,we mourn the loss of viral trans Tiktoker Girlalala. In politics, a Philadelphia judge blocks Trump's subpoena targeting trans kids' medical records, and we honor world AIDS day while the Trump administration refuses to acknowledge it. In culture and entertainment, We uplift the queer musicians who took center stage at Camp Flog Gnaw and TLC's T-Boz gives the group's 1994 classic "Creep" a remix. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:19 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:01 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:19 Queer News Headlines 03:59 Trans TikTok Influencer Allegedly Murdered by Her Boyfriend In Florida 06:08 A Judge sides with Trans Kids in Philadelphia 08:41 It's World AIDS Day to everyone but the Trump Administration 12:22 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 12:51 The Queer Family Podcast 13:48 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 14:24 Queer Artists Take Center Stage At Camp Flog Gnaw 16:13 TLC member

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, the community gathered to celebrate the life of Miss Major in New York City at Riverside Church then the church decided to abruptly end the services an hour early. In politics, 17 trans Air Force members are suing Trump for their retirement benefits. In culture and entertainment, Anna has a special interview with Cathy Renna about the 2026 Creating Change convening taking place in DC. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:17 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:01 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:15 Queer News Headlines 03:30 Miss Major's Memorial Ends Abruptly 07:29 Trangender Members of the Air Force Take Legal Action Against the Government 12:17 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 12:40 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 13:18 Cathy Renna Talks Creating Change 2026 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cheerful-thinker-8561.kit.com/65

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, we have an update on the Supreme Court's decision to toss out Kim Davis's appeal on marriage equality and Anna takes a look at future Supreme Court cases. In politics, Texas issued a partial drag performance ban because they can't stop thinking about us. In culture & entertainment, we recognize Transgender Awareness Week by highlighting some great work. The director of Balmain steps down and some of our favorite queer artists are nominated for Grammy's. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:50 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:20 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:49 Queer News Headlines 03:45 A Kim Davis Update + The Supreme Court 09:50 Texas Issued a Partial Drag Performance Ban 14:00 Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm 14:30 Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews 15:04 Celebrating Our Trans Siblings During Transgender Awareness Week 21:35 The Creative Director of Balmain Steps Down 23:30 Grammy Nominations Are Here 24:46 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1

Family, this week on Queer News we welcome our contributor Benjamin Coy for a beautiful celebration of love and family! Benjamin sits down for an exclusive, cozy chat with Scott Hoying of Pentatonix and his husband Mark Manio. They break down their exciting new chapter: marriage, becoming dads, and why they wrote their holiday children's book, Fa La La Family. Learn how this couple is championing authentic queer representation and showing their future child, and the world, that "family is love" in every beautiful, unique form. They also talk about their new holiday album and Scott's time on Dancing With The Stars! This is your invitation to share the joy! Find the book, stream the album, and follow Scott and Mark's journey. Get Your Copy of the Book Here We all we got.    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio  Queer News Tip Line: Got a story I should cover? Send it my way! https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 or email info at e3radio dot fm   📣 Stay Connected Subscribe for news & queer deals: Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Follow Anna @annadeshawn on social for the latest queer news updates! Rate, review, and share this episode to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices.  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   About Queer News An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. New pod drops every Monday by 9am CT.    Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. Our top story breaks down the victories across the board after November 4th's election day. Continuing in politics, Anna revisit's the topic of George Santos in light of his recent commutation granted by Trump and discuss the Supreme Court's upcoming decision on a case that could effect gay marriage for all. In culture and entertainment, we take a look abroad at the first elected, openly-gay Prime minister of the Netherlands, GLAAD's Darian Aaron talks about featuring Snoop Dog during the first stop of their HBCU tour titled: Generation Z & HIV: An HBCU Tour and Benjie Coy is back with our entertainment roundup talking the Real Housewives of Potomac and more. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 00:47 The Fate of Marriage Equality in America 04:00 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 04:46 Queer News Headlines 05:44 People Centered Policies Win on Election Day 13:50 Trump Commutes Disgraced Former Representative George Santos 17:27 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 18:50 The Netherlands Elect Its Youngest and First Openly Gay Prime Minister 20:54 GLAAD & Snoop Dogg 28:42 Benjie Brings our Entertainment RoundUp 29:35 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height:

Family, this week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community, and this one is all about power through unity! We have an exclusive interview with national and local leaders from the Human Rights Campaign (HRC): Nik (VP of Strategic Initiatives) and Stephen (Chicago Steering Committee). They break down the organization's essential work, led by the first Black queer woman, Kelly Robinson. Learn how HRC is fighting legislative attacks, supporting pro-equality candidates, and changing hearts and minds across the country through the American Dreams Tour. Nik lays out the four ways HRC needs you right now: Time, Talent, Treasure, or Testimony. This is your call to action! Find out how you can join the fight and learn about the upcoming HRC Chicago Dinner to sustain the work. Get your tickets today, https://chicago.hrc.org/chicago-dinner. We all we got.    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Get Tickets to the HRC Chicago Dinner https://chicago.hrc.org/chicago-dinner.   Learn more and get involved https://hrc.org   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio  Queer News Tip Line: Got a story I should cover? Send it my way! https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 or email info at e3radio dot fm   📣 Stay Connected Subscribe for news & queer deals: Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Follow Anna @annadeshawn on social for the latest queer news updates! Rate, review, and share this episode to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices.  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   About Queer News An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-i

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In our top story, we mourn the life of Lia Smith. In politics, Anna analyzes the Texas ruling that now allows judges to refuse the unification of same-sex marriage, and uplift how LGBTQIA+ food pantries are stepping up in the loss of SNAP benefits for millions of people. In culture and entertainment, we praise a trans teen in Washington who won his settlement after being assaulted by his classmates back in 2021 and announce that applications are now open for the International Trans Fund. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:00 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:29 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:46 Queer News Headlines 03:40 Lia Smith, We Remember the Trans Middlebury College Student 08:30 A New Texas Rule Allows Judges to Stop Marrying Same-Sex Couples 12:22 LGBTQ Food Pantries Stand In as SNAP Benefits Aren't Issued 16:20 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 17:00 Trans Teen Ian Ring was awarded a $60,000 Settlement From Washington School District 19:33 The International Trans Fund is Open 21:46 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; marg

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, we mourn the life of Tiara Love Tori Jackson. In politics, the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled in favor of a trans athlete who faced discrimination at a powerlifting competition, and across the US we take a look at the aftermath of harmful legislation. In culture & entertainment, we take a look at the OUT100 list for 2025. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:43 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:07 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:50 Queer News Headlines 04:31 We Mourn the Stolen Life of Tiara Love Tori Jackson 06:54 Alderperson Jesse Fuentes Sues The Federal Government 11:04 Minnesota Supreme Court rules transgender athlete ban is discrimination but opens door to further challenges 15:40 Get 20% off Kirrin Finch through 10/31 17:48 Our Crosswalks Are Being Destroyed 23:25 The Out 100 list is out! 26:37 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr"

Family, this week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community and this one is critical in the fight for our rights. We have a powerful, breaking news interview with Chicago's own Alderperson Jesse Fuentes (26th Ward), who was illegally handcuffed by ICE agents at Humboldt Park Health hospital simply for asking about a signed warrant. Hear directly from Alderperson Fuentes about the terrifying confrontation, what it means to be leading with courage against rising fascism, and why she is taking the monumental step of suing the federal government for assault, battery, and false arrest. This is more than one story; it's a conversation about using every tool we have from the courts to rapid response teams to defend our community. We all we got. Check the show notes for links to get information on Know Your Rights training's and mutual aid funds. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ We Keep Us Safe Guide https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2e9667e4b6.html Support Kirrin Finch: Use code ANNAD for a discount on your order. 10th Anniversary Party The code will get them a free entry or a reduced price ticket w/ a drink included Code: AnnaD Link: www.eventbrite.com/e/1704293260019/?discount=AnnaD 20% off Discount code Code: AnnaD Link that automatically adds code to cart: https://kirrinfinch.com/discount/AnnaD Get a 20% discount for 20% off your order! Code expires 10/31/25 11:59PM ET. Code AnnaD cannot be combined with any other offer, applied to previous purchases, or redeemed for cash. Limited quantities available. First-come, first-served and only while supplies last. No rain checks. Terms are subject to change, and the offer 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ In other news this week: Top News: We honor the life & legacy of Miss Major Politics: 99% of Families Opt-In to LGBTQ Education. In Montgomery, Maryland, only 0.03% of families opted out of LGBTQIA+ education after SCOTUS gave them a right to. Culture & Entertainment: The Queer News Podcast won four Black Podcast Awards! 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https:

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, we honor the life and legacy of transgender rights activist Miss Major. The Supreme Court ruled for parents in Maryland to opt-out of LGBTQIA+ education and only 0.03% of parents followed through. In culture margin-top: 0pt;

Family, this week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community, and this one is pure joy! We sit down for an exclusive, celebratory chat with Kirrin Finch founder Kelly as they celebrate 10 years of radically inclusive, gender-defying fashion. Kelly shares the personal journey and the entrepreneurial fight behind creating a clothing brand that is true armor for our community. Find out how they ditched standard sizing with a "fit party" to ensure their suits and shirts are perfect for all bodies (curves, hips, and chests included!), giving you that feeling of your "inside matching your outside." This conversation is a masterclass in how we bring Queer Joy into every moment, even through our wardrobe. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Support Kirrin Finch: Use code ANNAD for a discount on your order. 10th Anniversary Party The code will get them a free entry or a reduced price ticket w/ a drink included Code: AnnaD Link: www.eventbrite.com/e/1704293260019/?discount=AnnaD 20% off Discount code Code: AnnaD Link that automatically adds code to cart: https://kirrinfinch.com/discount/AnnaD Get a 20% discount for 20% off your order! Code expires 10/31/25 11:59PM ET. Code AnnaD cannot be combined with any other offer, applied to previous purchases, or redeemed for cash. Limited quantities available. First-come, first-served and only while supplies last. No rain checks. Terms are subject to change, and the offer 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ In other news this week: Top News: The Queer News Podcast has been nominated for four Black Podcast Awards! Politics: The Supreme Court is looking at three major cases that could impact the LGBTQIA+ community, and in Chicago Alderperson Jesse Fuentes was briefly handcuffed by ICE. Culture & Entertainment: The inaugural BE gala rolled out the red carpet for LGBTQIA+ advocates and Khalid has released a new album that's queer and liberating AF. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel <a hr

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, The Queer News Podcast has been nominated for four Black Podcast Awards! In politics, The Supreme Court is looking at 3 major cases that could impact the LGBTQIA+ community, and in Chicago Alderperson Jesse Fuentes was briefly handcuffed by ICE. In culture & entertainment, The inaugural BE gala rolled out the red carpet for LGBTQIA+ advocates and Khalid has released a new album that's queer and liberating af. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:25 Welcome to Queer News 02:01 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:24 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:51 Queer News Headlines 04:50 Queer News has 4 Black Podcast Award Nominations 05:49 Three Supreme Court Cases Targeting LGBTQ+ People 11:11 Chicago Ald. Jessie Fuentes Handcuffed by ICE 16:32 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 17:54 Inaugural BE. Gala Dawns 'A New Renaissance' of Black, LGBTQ Activism 20:41 Khalid Drops New Album 22:22 Anna's Got A Word <p dir="ltr" style= "li

One year ago, the Purple Tie Affair was cancelled. Today, it stands as a testament to the power of resilience, community, and radical vision, raising an incredible $30,000 for Black queer media. In a deeply personal opening, Anna DeShawn pulls back the curtain on the emotional journey: from losing a major sponsor to rebuilding with grassroots support. She shares why this victory, powered by community, means more than any corporate check ever could. This powerful theme of "building your own table" is the perfect bridge to this week's conversation. Anna welcomes Dr. Jessica and Emily, the brilliant founders of Queer Quest, a revolutionary "unconference" creating a vital space for Black and Brown queer folks in STEM. They discuss the exhaustion of navigating the "ivory tower," the magic of fusing quantum physics with ancestral healing, and the urgent need for spaces that celebrate rest as resistance. This episode is a tribute to those who build their own tables: past, present, and future. Find links to everything discussed in the show notes, including: How to support trans icon Miss Major. Tickets and sponsorship for Queer Quest in Chicago. The incredible work of Task Force Prevention and Community Services. <li dir="ltr" style= "list-style-type: disc; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #1b1c1d; background-co

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, California lawmakers pass a bill to protect the medical data of Transgender people, a Bipartisan bill was introduced to reinstate the LGBTQIA+ suicide emergency hotline, and former Vice President Kamala Harris tells all in a new memoir detailing her 107 day presidential campaign. In culture & entertainment, Liniker, a trans artist, was nominated for 7 Latin grammy's and a record breaking number of out queer people compete at the world championship and in the WNBA playoffs. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 05:42 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 06:31 Queer News Headlines 07:20 California passes bill to protect the medical data of transgender people 09:44 Bipartisan Bill Seeks To Reinstate National Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ+ Youth 13:10 Rachel Maddow questions Kamala Harris on not picking Pete Buttigieg 19:05 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 19:36 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As Your Physical Health Coverage., https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/ mental-health-parity.html 20:07 Attend the 11th annual Purple Tie Affair: Concert & Silent Auction. Get your tickets here, https://buytickets.at/e3radio/1781024/r/queer-news 20:43 Latin Grammy's first trans winner, Liniker, makes history again with 7 nominations <p di

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, The Okra Project Expands Nationwide with BetterHelp to Deliver Free Mental Health Care for Black Trans Communities. In politics, In a 6-3 vote the Supreme Court declined to immediately overrule a lower court's block on South Carolina's bathroom ban law, Texas A&M president steps down after upheaval over classroom video. In culture & entertainment, Jason Collins, the man who made history as the first openly gay player in the NBA, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor and Se7en Bites owner Trina Gregory turned 49 parking spots outside her restaurant into a dazzling rainbow in direct protest to Florida crackdown on rainbow crosswalks. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:38 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:54 Queer News Headlines 03:33 U.S. Supreme Court sides with transgender student over bathroom use for now. 06:30 Texas A&M president is stepping down after upheaval over classroom video. 09:25 Parking spots used as colorful protest against Florida crackdown on rainbow crosswalks 12:13 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 12:44 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As Your Physical Health Coverage., https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/mental-health-parity.html 13:16 Attend the 11th annual Purple Tie Affair: Concert & Silent Auction. Get your tickets here, https://buytickets.at/e3radio/1781024/r/queer

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In politics, Denver public schools stand up to the Trump administration, a Texas A&M literature professor of more than 10 years was wrongfully terminated from her job. In culture & entertainment, an underground death doula network in Michigan is ensuring that LGBTQIA+ people die with dignity, Tramell Tillman makes history at the Emmy's, after 5 years Saucy Santana's Material Girl goes gold, and the WNBA playoffs have started! To close out the episode during Anna's Got a Word, Anna talks about Charlie Kirk and asks us "Whose Side Are You On"? Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:39 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:07 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:26 Queer News Headlines 04:04 Denver Schools Defy Trump's Trans Bathroom Ban 06:44 Texas A&M fires professor over gender-identity lesson 10:10 Meet the "Death Doulas" helping LGBTQ+ people die with dignity 13:20 Attend the 11th annual Purple Tie Affair: Concert & Silent Auction. Get your tickets here, https://buytickets.at/e3radio/1781024/r/queer-news 13:54 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As Your Physical Health Coverage., https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/mental-health-parity.html 14:30 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Cla

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, Pope Leo plans to continue the welcoming tradition of Pope Frances for LGBTQ folks. In politics, Texas state representatives decide to take their state mandated police escorts to a gay bar. And down in Florida, Floridians are being arrested for coloring in the Pulse memorial rainbow crosswalk. In culture & entertainment, beloved social media icon Raymond Harper aka Rolling Ray passed away at 28, actress Chloë Grace Moretz and model Kate Harrison got married over the Labor Day weekend and the StudBudz are still winning and this time in Vogue no less. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:31 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:21 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op50 02:46 Queer News Headlines 03:40 Pope Leo plans to welcome LGBTQ folks 06:24 Texas Republicans assigned troopers to tail this out lawmaker. He dragged them to a gay bar. 09:41 Florida Is Arresting People For Using Rainbow Chalk on Crosswalks Now 12:24 Attend the 11th annual Purple Tie Affair: Concert & Silent Auction. Get your tickets here, https://buytickets.at/e3radio/1781024/r/queer-news 13:00 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn is still celebrating her birthday so we're bringing you something special, a Chicago connection that runs deep. She sat down with singer-songwriter Jim Verraros, who you may remember from the very first season of American Idol, where he made history as the first openly gay contestant on national TV back in 2002. In this candid conversation, Jim reflects on coming out at a time when queer visibility was scarce, the pressures and trauma of reality TV, and how representation has shifted in the 20 years since. We talk about Nico Lang's Rolling Stone exposé on queer Idol contestants, the resilience it takes to return to music after 15 years, and Jim's brand new album Explicit.This is a story about survival, reinvention, and the power of queer joy. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 07:18 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 07:50 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As Your Physical Health Coverage., https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/mental-health-parity.htm 08:20 Jim Verraros Interview 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Important Episode Links Listen to Jim Verraro's New Album "Explicit" https://www.jimverrarosmusic.com/ <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height:

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In politics, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker launches IL Pride Connect, the nation's first statewide LGBTQIA+ resource hub and legal hotline. Meanwhile, the Trump administration plans to ban transgender healthcare for federal workers in 2026 and promotes conversion therapy as an alternative. In Florida, officials erase the Pulse nightclub rainbow crosswalk in the middle of the night. On the culture front, Lil Nas X faces legal and health challenges, Billy Porter steps into beauty with Black Mona Lisa Beauty, and conservatives blame LGBTQ folks over the Cracker Barrel logo change. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:00 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 03:15 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:38 Queer News Headlines 04:44 Illinois is the nation's first statewide LGBTQIA+ resource hub and legal hotline 08:55 Trump Plans to Ban Trans Healthcare for Federal Employees in 2026 14:10 Ron DeSantis Removes Pulse Crosswalk 19:10 Queer News is on Vinyl - Order Yours Today! Ordering closes on August 31st. https://certifiedcrucial.com/product/podcast_salon_lp_2025 19:32 City Services Are Coming to Your Neighborhood, Learn more at www.chicityclerk.com/MCH <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt

Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In politics, we celebrate Massachusetts' Shield Act 2.0 expanding protections for abortion and gender-affirming care, while keeping a close eye on a Supreme Court case threatening marriage equality. In culture and entertainment, a Black lesbian couple survives a racially charged roadside attack in Virginia, UCLA stands firm against the Trump administration amidst pressure to roll back trans rights, and fashion legend Rick Owens launches an OnlyFans page with proceeds supporting a trans shelter in France. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 02:01 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:42 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 03:04 Queer News Headlines 04:00 Massachusetts Signs Shield Act 2.0 Into Law 08:00 The Supreme Court's Same-Sex Marriage Threat 14:58 Focal Point Coaching Program: Turn Clarity into Cash, https://focalpoint4u.com 15:50 Queer News is on Vinyl - Order Yours Today! Ordering closes on August 31st. https://certifiedcrucial.com/product/podcast_salon_lp_2025/ 16:22 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As Your Physical Health Coverage., https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/mental-health-parity.html <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom

Family, this week on Queer News we start with good news from around the world where LGBTQ rights are being affirmed. Here in the U.S., the Air Force's betrays trans service members by promising benefits and now denying them. We also honor the legacy of Chicago activist Lori Cannon and spotlight New York City's groundbreaking homeless shelter for transgender adults. Plus, we unpack the bizarre crypto prank disrupting WNBA games nationwide. Join Anna DeShawn for Queer News Done Right.Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast? 🏳️‍🌈Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew for as low as $5 a month, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:26 Welcome to Queer News 01:48 Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 02:03 Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 02:30 Queer News Headlines 03:28 We Celebrate Global LGBTQ+ Wins 06:20 The Air Force Betrays U.S. Military Transgender Service Members 10:20 Lori Cannon 13:26 Queer News is on Vinyl - Order Yours Today! Ordering closes on August 31st. https://certifiedcrucial.com/product/podcast_salon_lp_2025/ 13:58 Your Mental Health Coverage Is Just As Important As Your Physical Health Coverage., https://getcovere