This week on Queer News, we honor the lives of Sam andTahiry, two Black trans individuals whose tragic deaths remind us why we must continue to speak their names and fight for justice. In politics, Lambda Legal secures a major win for gender-affirming care, while the people protest in NYC after transgender and queer identities are erased from the Stonewall Monument website. Plus, Darian Aaron from GLAAD brings us a special report on an upcoming conference supporting gay men who want to have children. And in entertainment, have you seen KWN & Kehlani’s latest steamy music video? Let's get into it! 🎧🏳️‍🌈 This Week’s Highlights: 🎶 2AM Ricky Makes History – First Black trans man to hit #1 on the charts. Exclusive interview drops Friday! 🕊️ We remember Sam & Tahiry – Honoring two Black trans lives lost too soon. ⚖️ Legal Victory for Gender-Affirming Care – Lambda Legal & ACLU secure a major win. 🏳️‍⚧️ Stonewall Monument Protest – Over 1,000 rally after "transgender" and "queer" are erased from the National Park Service website. 🏙️ Worcester Becomes a Trans Sanctuary City – A big step for LGBTQ+ rights. 🎭 Men Having Babies Conference – Special report from GLAAD’s Darian Aaron. 🎶 Queer Music Alert – KWN’s new video featuring Kehlani is 🔥   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 00:39 - 2AM Ricky Makes History – First Black trans man to hit #1 on the charts. Exclusive interview drops Friday! 1:36 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:01 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 3:00 - Queer News headlines 3:53 - We remember Sam & Tahiry – Honoring two Black trans lives lost too soon. 9:22 - Legal Victory for Gender-Affirming Care – Lambda Legal & ACLU secure a major win. 11:40 - Stonewall Monument Protest – Over 1,000 rally after "transgender" and "queer" are erased from the National Park Service website. 15:11 - Worcester Becomes a Trans Sanctuary City – A big step for LGBTQ+ rights. 17:36 - Carter’s Blog - The Importance (and Nuances) of Queer Resiliency, https://e3radio.fm/2025/02/10/the-importance-and-nuances-of-queer-resiliency  18:50 - Learn more about the Church Within a Church Movement, https://www.cwac.us/  19:53 - Men Having Babies Conference – Special report from GLAAD’s Darian Aaron. 23:24 - Queer Music Alert – KWN’s new video featuring Kehlani is 🔥 25:36 - Your Unrivaled update 27:04 - Anna’s Got a Word, “We All We Got”   📣 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.  📢 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 🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew today! 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  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 9am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.  Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

📣 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.  📢 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 🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew today! 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  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 9am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.  Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

This week, we kick off Black History Month with some powerful words from Doechii and a reminder: You are exactly who you need to be. 🌟 Anna breaks down the political landscape, from trans military bans to the erasure of LGBTQ+ resources from government websites. Plus, an uplifting story of resilience in Kentucky politics & a powerful response to corporate pride hypocrisy. 📢 In the News: 🏳️‍⚧️ The Trump administration is once again targeting trans service members and erasing LGBTQ+ identities from federal websites. 🌈 Twin Cities Pride sets the standard by cutting ties with Target after their DEI rollback—and the community steps up in a major way! 🎭 Laverne Cox's new show Clean Slate is bringing trans stories to the screen with laughter and heart. 🎶 The queers showed out at the Grammys! We’re celebrating Durand Bernarr’s nomination, Janelle Monáe & Cynthia Erivo’s stellar performances, Beyoncé’s historic country music win & Doechii winning best rap album.  💜 Plus, a huge shoutout to Jane for our Queer News Tip for this week!   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:52 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:13 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 2:51 - Queer News headlines 3:25 - The Trump administration is once again targeting trans service members and erasing LGBTQ+ identities from federal websites 9:50 - We celebrate state senator Keturah Herron for being the first out LGBTQ+ woman and first queer person of color ever elected to the Kentucky state Senate 12:10 - Listen and subscribe to Listeners to Leads, https://galatimedia.com/listeners-to-leads-podcast/  12:41 - Learn more about the Church Within a Church Movement, https://www.cwac.us/  13:49 - Twin Cities Pride sets the standard by cutting ties with Target after their DEI rollback—and the community steps up in a major way 16:39 - Laverne Cox's new show Clean Slate is bringing trans stories to the screen with laughter and heart. 18:50 - The Queers win at the Grammys 24:47 - Brittney Griner leaving Phoenix Mercury for the Atlanta Dream 26:29 - Anna’s Got a Word, “We All We Got”   📣 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.  📢 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 🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew today! 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  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 9am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.  Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn dives into the first chaotic days of the 47th presidency and the real-life impacts on our community. Plus, we’re recapping the Creating Change conference—a true queer refuge in these wild and wicked times. From politics to culture, we've got you covered. 🎙️ Chanting for Change: Creating Change wrapped up with a powerful chant: "What side are you on? I'm on freedom’s side." This year’s conference was a refuge, and I’ll share why it felt like a much-needed brave space. 📰 In Politics: The 47th president wasted no time, signing a staggering 26 executive orders on Day 1, targeting LGBTQ rights, climate policies, and more. Rep. Emily Randall fights back against transphobic policies with a powerful statement: her office bathroom is now a safe space for all. Texas Rep. Venton Jones proposes to his partner on the House floor, proving love always wins. 🌟 In Culture & Entertainment: Over 2,500 queers took over Las Vegas for the Creating Change conference where the theme was rooted in resistance, love and power.  GLAAD announces nominees for the 36th annual GLAAD Media Awards — who made the list? Unrivaled women's sports league is here, and I made a schedule to make sure you don't miss a game! Subscribe to the Queer News podcast newsletter to get the link. Subscribe here, https://bit.ly/UnrivaledSchedule  📚 Anna's Got a Word: Bishop Mariann Budde made a courageous plea to President Trump — let’s talk about we can harness the same courage in our own lives.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   📣 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.  📢 Queer News Tip Line: Got a story I should cover? Send it my way! Details in the show notes. 🌈 Join the QCrew: If you believe LGBTQ stories need to be amplified, support the work we do. Join the QCrew today! Link in the show notes. 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/QueerNews    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502 or email info at e3radio dot fm Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.  Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

Today’s episode drops on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the same day Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. What a juxtaposition. We reflect on what this moment means for our communities and why the work we do matters now more than ever. 🏳️‍🌈✊🏾 Here’s what we cover today:   🏛️ Inauguration Day 2025: What to expect & why you might want to tune out ⚖️ ERA Declared the 28th Amendment: What it means & what’s next 🏀 Unrivaled Women’s Basketball League: A new era for the game 💼 The Trevor Project Restructures: Layoffs & the future of LGBTQ+ crisis support 🎤 Creating Change 2025: Anna heads to Vegas & interviews Tre’vell Anderson!   Plus, Anna’s Got a Word inspired by Dr. King himself. Tune in and remember—We All We Got.  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨  00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 00:50 - The E3 Radio team heads to Creating Change in Las Vegas 3:41 - The Inauguration of the 47th president 7:56 - President Biden declares the ERA law 13:47 - Listen and subscribe to Women Making Moves, https://www.unlockthemagic.org/women-making-moves  14:22- Watch the LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 & Beyond Virtual Panel, https://www.youtube.com/live/IsoL-u2G6EU?si=GBTNhpo3jw7i_vDA  15:14 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  15:44 - The Trevor Project announces layoffs and restructuring  18:14 - Tiktok disappeared and reappeared in less than 24 hours 22:08 - Unrivaled launches a new era in women’s basketball  24:30 - Anna’s Got a Word, “We All We Got” 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 📣 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.  🎧 We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   WATCH - Creating Change 2025: Queer Power, Resistance, & Love in Vegas 🌈 w/ Tre'vell Anderson & Anna DeShawn https://youtu.be/2LPGY8hhzPk  Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio   Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.  Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

Anna DeShawn kicks off this episode with the fiery highlights of the year's first days and a heartfelt reflection on recent events that have shaped our community. From the staggering devastation of the LA fires to inspiring tales of resilience, this episode is a blend of activism, community, and laughter. 🌟 In This Episode: Hot Topics: Zuckerberg’s alarming rollback on DEI initiatives and allowance of hate speech. Mike Johnson's anti-trans bathroom bill at the Capitol and its impact. The shocking LA fires—stories of loss, survival, and community support. Community Spotlight: Introducing HeyFamm, a queer LinkedIn-esque platform providing vital resources for fire relief. Bad Queers Annual EOY Review: With Kris, Shana, and Anna DeShawn! A fun, nostalgic deep dive into 2024, broken down month by month. From Kat Williams' meme-worthy lies on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast to the Angela Bassett & Regina King kiss that broke the internet. The Republicans’ culture war tactics dissected—serious discussions with a touch of humor. And, of course, the Color Purple drama: Was it "gay enough"? 💬 Anna’s Got a Word: A quote from Jimmy Carter inspires us to make a difference wherever and however we can. 📅 Don’t Miss This: Live Panel on LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 and Beyond: Wednesday, 5 PM CST. Moderated by Anna, featuring Chicago’s most dynamic leaders. Streaming on E3 Radio’s YouTube channel.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:21 - The LA fires are still burning. Here is the HeyFamm resource list, https://www.threads.net/@hey_famm  7:04 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  7:34 - Join the LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 & Beyond Virtual Panel, https://www.youtube.com/live/IsoL-u2G6EU?si=GBTNhpo3jw7i_vDA  8:13 - Bad Queers 2024 End of the Year Episode   📣 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.  🎧 We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.    Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

Welcome to Season 4! It’s a new year, and Anna DeShawn is back to guide us through Queer News where race and sexuality meet politics, culture, and entertainment. While Anna takes time to reflect and recharge, we’re revisiting a vital conversation with Mony Ruiz Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois. In this replay episode, Mony breaks down the actionable steps LGBTQ+ folks can take to safeguard their rights, families, and futures in an increasingly hostile environment.  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:29 - Welcome to Season 4 of the Queer News podcast 4:03 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  4:19 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  4:49 - Get your affairs in order   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Key Highlights 🔒 Legal protections for queer families: wills, beneficiaries, powers of attorney 🏥 Safeguarding healthcare privacy and access 🛡️ Preparing for anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and attacks 🌍 Supporting displaced LGBTQ+ individuals seeking safety in Illinois 🤝 The power of community: time, talent, and treasure in the fight for equity Mony and Anna share insights on turning hope into action, building resilience, and leaning into the strength of our communities. ❤️ Tune in for practical tips, inspiring stories, and the unwavering reminder that our humanity is never up for compromise. 👉🏽 Visit Equality Illinois for resources and ways to get involved. 📣 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.  🎧 We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/QueerNews    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.    Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

As we close out 2024, our host Anna DeShawn takes us on a reflective journey through a year filled with triumphs, challenges, and moments that defined our community. This episode revisits an impactful interview with Nico Lang, author of American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era. Nico’s work, highlighting the resilience and joy of trans youth, reminds us of the critical fight ahead: "None of us are free until all of us are free." This final episode of the year, is a heartfelt reflection, a call to action, and a reminder that together, we can navigate the challenges of 2025.  🎁 Special Holiday Promotions 🎵 Keys for Life LLC: Gift music lessons with a permanent 20% discount for new students who sign up before 2025! 📣 Stay Connected Rate, review, and share the Queer News Podcast Subscribe for merch deals: Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/QueerNews  Follow Anna @annadeshawn on social for the latest queer news updates! Produced by Anna DeShawn, edited by Ryan Woodhall, brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on the Qube. 🎧 We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 2:52 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  3:08 - Reflections, Triumphs, and Challenges: Closing Out 2024   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Interested in advertising? Email: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/QueerNews    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.    Brought to you by E3 Radio, and distributed on The Qube.  

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn wraps up the year with a mix of headlines and an exclusive interview you don’t want to miss! 🌈 Headlines: The anti-trans provision snuck into a major military spending bill—the first federal anti-trans legislation passed in 30 years. Anna breaks it all down and highlights the senators who stood strong in support of trans rights. Remembering Troy Masters, LGBTQ media pioneer and founder of the L.A. Blade. Revry TV’s groundbreaking call for drag kings! Learn how you or your favorite king can join this exciting competition. 🎥 Interview Spotlight: Anna chats with award-winning filmmaker Anthony Williams about his latest project, It’s Not You, It’s Me—a heartfelt and hilarious dating docu-series for gay men. Anthony shares his vision for showcasing love and connection in the queer community, the inspiration behind the series, and how you can support its creation. ✨ Plus, Anna spreads holiday cheer with merch updates, a special shout-out to the QCrew, and an inspiring reminder to lean into love and rest this season. 📢 Tune in to Queer News, where race and sexuality meet politics, culture, and entertainment. Follow & Support: Support Anthony’s series: SecondGlanceProductions.com/contribute Subscribe for merch deals: Queer News Newsletter Follow Anna on social for the latest queer news updates! We are Queer News Done Right. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:05 - Shop our merch store, https://queermedia.myshopify.com/  2:31 - Top Queer News headlines 8:54 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  9:21 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  9:39 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking   10:25 - Jordan Alexander on her new album, being an unrelenting artist, and the Gossip Girl Journey 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Drag Kings to the front - Apply Herehttps://www.revry.tv/king-of-drag-application  Shop the Merch Storehttps://queermedia.myshopify.com/   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcastEmail: info at e3radio.fm Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletterhttps://bit.ly/3L3Ng66  Subscribe to our YouTube Channelhttps://youtube.com/@e3radio  Leave a Queer News Tiphttps://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502   Join the QCrewhttps://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 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 every Monday by 7am CT.  Edited by Ryan Woodhall.  We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

Join Anna DeShawn, your favorite queer radio personality, as she winds down to the end of the year with a few top queer news headlines and an exclusive interview with Jordan Alexander.  Jordan Alexander, the breakout star of HBO Max's Gossip Girl reboot, describes herself as an unrelenting artist, blazing her own path in music and entertainment! In this episode of Queer News with Anna DeShawn: Jordan reflects on her transformative role as Julien Calloway. The story behind her new album Now You’re Caught Up, which captures personal growth, heartbreak, and resilience. Her journey as an independent, out, and proud queer artist. Why affirmations like "I am enough" keep her grounded in today’s politically charged world. 🎶 Hear about her standout track “I Don’t Want to Lose You” and her collaboration on the remix of “Scared to Get Close” featuring reggae-dancehall artist Omega Mighty. This is a MUST LISTEN! Jordan reminds us what it means to live life on your own terms.  💬 Share your thoughts and favorite moments! 📲 Stream Jordan’s new album and check out her latest music video on YouTube. #JordanAlexander #QueerArtist #GossipGirl #QueerNews #LGBTQMusic #IndependentArtist #Affirmations #QueerPride #LGBTQCommunity 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:35 - Get Your Family ornament, https://queermedia.myshopify.com/  2:24 - Top Queer News headlines 7:02 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  7:17 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  7:47 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking   8:33 - Jordan Alexander on her new album, being an unrelenting artist, and the Gossip Girl Journey 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Shop Now - Get the Commemorative Family Ornament Today!  https://queermedia.myshopify.com/    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

Join Anna DeShawn, your favorite queer radio personality, for a power-packed episode of Queer News. This week, we dive into the Supreme Court case on trans healthcare bans—a historic moment for LGBTQ+ rights—with insights from ACLU attorney Chase Strangio and a look at the inspiring activism of Raquel Willis and Hope Giselle. Anna also celebrates the success of the Queer News merch line, shares a holiday gift-giving promo, and spotlights an inspiring interview with a trailblazing LGBTQ+ advocate and military service member, Isaiah Wilkins. Stay informed, empowered, and connected as we navigate the stories shaping our queer community. Don’t miss it! 📢 Rate, review, and share this episode to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices. We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:30 - Get Your Family Hoodie, https://queermedia.myshopify.com/  3:30 - A report on the Historic Supreme Court Hearing on Trans Rights 9:46 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  10:01 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  10:31 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking   11:18 - Isaiah Wilkins talks winning his legal fight against the United States Military ban on soldiers living with HIV 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Shop Now - Get Your Family Hoodie Today!  https://queermedia.myshopify.com/    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

Join your favorite queer radio personality, Anna DeShawn, for this powerful Queer News World AIDS Day special. In this episode, we confront a critical yet under-discussed issue: the impact of HIV on Black women. Through heartfelt storytelling, historical context, and expert voices, Anna shines a light on systemic inequalities, cultural stigmas, and the resilience of Black women in the face of an epidemic. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn reports on Quanesha “Cocoa” Shantel, a Black trans woman who was murdered in Greensboro, North Carolina. In politics, Representative elect Sarah McBride has been banned from the women’s bathroom in the US Capitol. In culture & entertainment, Jussie Smollett’s conviction has been overturned in Illinois, BlaqueOut Magazine releases an interactive map to remember our trans siblings and Khalid is outed by an ex-boyfriend.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Check out BlaqueOut Magazine T.R.A.I.I. ​​https://blaqueout.com/traii   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn we remember trans pioneer Sir Lady Java. I’m still over this election. Can we start there? But there were a lot of wins by LGBTQ folks across the country so let's run those down. Nex Benedict’s school district is found to have violated multiple Title IX violations. A group of fraternity bros decided to commit a hate crime, I’ll tell you all about it, and let’s talk about the LGBTQ folks nominated for Grammy’s.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  2:15 - Top Queer News stories 3:04 - We remember Sir Lady Java 6:38 - LGBTQ politicians win across the country  12:52 - Nex Benedicts school is found to have violated multiple Title IX violations 16:52 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  17:07 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  17:37 - A group of fraternity bros decided to commit a hate crime  22:03 - Let’s celebrate the LGBTQ folks nominated for Grammy’s 23:47 - Anna’s Word    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn she digs into the aftermath of Trump's shocking re-election and dissects its implications for the LGBTQ+ community. Anna is pleased to have Mony Ruiz Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois, join us as we explore practical steps to legally and personally protect ourselves and our loved ones. Don't miss this essential discussion on how to prepare, protect, and persist during challenging times.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:29 - Anna DeShawn reflects on Trump’s win 9:27 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  9:46 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  10:12 - Mony & Anna talk about how to prepare and protect your rights   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Equality Illinois Resources https://www.equalityillinois.us/lgbtq-resource-guide/    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn there is no bigger story than the presidential election taking place tomorrow. The stakes are high and so it our anxiety. Let’s talk about it. In culture and entertainment, a teacher outs a trans student in the UK and gets banned, one of Matthew Shepard's murderers tries to get his sentence reduced, and we have a follow up to the hate crime that took place at Global Black Pride in Atlanta. They know who did it. Let’s go!    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  00:39 - Beyonce at Kamala Harris rally in Houston, Texas 2:56 - Top Queer News stories 3:34 - It’s time to vote! Election Day is tomorrow #voteblue 10:11 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  10:35 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  11:05 - A teacher outs a trans student in the UK and gets banned 13:47 - One of Matthew Shepard's murderers tries to get his sentence reduced 15:52 - The hate crime that took place at Global Black Pride in Atlanta. They know who did it.  18:59 - Anna’s Word   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

In this special episode join Anna DeShawn and special guest Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers this LGBTQ History Month as they explore the fascinating and groundbreaking life of Hattie McDaniel. We know Hattie was the first Black woman to win an Oscar for her role in Gone With the Wind but what you probably didn’t know was that she was bisexual. Tune in to her remarkable journey in old Hollywood and the untold stories of her journey. From her involvement in the secretive Sewing Circle to her friendships with influential figures and the challenges she faced in a segregated society. This video sheds light on the complexities and triumphs of an incredible woman who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry and Black culture.   #LGBTQHistory #HattieMcDaniel #QueerHistory #HollywoodSecrets #BlackExcellence #BisexualIcons #Trailblazers #HiddenHistories #LGBTQIcons #FilmHistory #HollywoodLegends   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Follow Amanda for More LGBTQ History    Official Website - https://www.yesterqueers.com  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yesterqueers Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/yesterqueers/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@yesterqueers    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

In this special episode join Anna Deshawn and special guest Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers this LGBTQ History Month as they dive into the incredible story of Amelio Robles, the first openly transgender soldier in Mexican military history. Discover how Robles, a Colonel who fought under Zapata, transitioned in the early 20th century and was embraced by his comrades for embodying the epitome of a machismo soldier. In this video, learn how Amelio navigated post-war life, maintained his authentic identity, and left a lasting legacy that challenges conventional narratives around gender and history. Don't miss this powerful episode that not only honors Amelio Robles but also celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. #AmelioRobles #LGBTQHistoryMonth #QueerHistory #HispanicHeritageMonth #TransPride #RevolutionaryHero #AnnaDeshawn #AmandaTheHistorian   Follow Amanda for More LGBTQ History    Official Website - https://www.yesterqueers.com  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yesterqueers Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/yesterqueers/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@yesterqueers    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn will report on the groundbreaking case of Dime Doe, a Black trans woman whose murder has sparked outrage and demands for justice. In politics, Anna will examine the transphobic comments made by Virginia Senate candidate Hung Cao and celebrate the progress made for LGBTQ+ veterans who were unfairly dismissed under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." And finally, we'll bring you uplifting stories from the world of culture and entertainment, including the rescue of a beloved queer bar and the incredible achievements of four queer individuals who received the MacArthur Genius Grant. Let’s go!  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn and her special guest Amanda W. Timpson, the queer public historian, delve into the complexities of Matthew Shepard's tragic story. They discuss the commonly known narrative of his death and unveil the deeper layers, including issues of drug culture, homophobia, and the misrepresented nuances of his life. This episode is part of a series celebrating LGBTQ History Month by uncovering the histories you didn't know you needed to know. We will cover the:    Known Story of Matthew Shepard  Nuances and Complexities  Role of Media and Misrepresentation  Intersecting Issues  Unheard Connections  Concluding Thoughts and Legacy Follow Amanda for More LGBTQ History    Official Website - https://www.yesterqueers.com  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yesterqueers Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/yesterqueers/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@yesterqueers    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:23 - Intro Amanda of Yesterqueers 4:43 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  4:58 - Need a podcast editor? Hemlock Creek Productions is a Black & Queer owned production house. Reach out and tell them Queer News sent you. https://www.hemlockcreekprod.com/  5:42 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  6:12 - The Untold Story of Matthew Shepard featuring Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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 every Monday by 7am CT.    Edited by Ryan Woodhall.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.