Radio SGN

After a long hiatus, Radio SGN is back once again with a brand new season and first episode for 2026! In this episode, SGN Managing Editor Madison Jones sat down with transgender woman candidate for the 37th WA state-level congressional district Jaelynn Scott. Madison asked Scott about her campaign's policy platform as well as her work being Executive Director of local non-profit Lavender Righ...

In preparation for the upcoming Nov. 4th election, SGN Managing Editor Madison Jones interviewed Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson about her policy platform, life's work as an activist, favorite book, and what it is like raising a daughter in one of the most expensive city in the US. The SGN Editorial Board is also proud to announce it is endorsing Katie Wilson for the Seattle mayoral rac...

In preparation for the upcoming Nov. 4th elections, SGN Editors Calvin Jay Emerson and Madison Jones interviewed over video call Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell as he seeks re-election for a second term in office. Seeking to delve deeper into the experiences and decisions that have informed the mayor's approach to life and governance throughout his career, from being an attorney in Omaha, NE to ta...

Welcome to the third episode of: SGN Out Loud! A new podcast series where staff at the Seattle Gay News do weekly deep dives into the topics and issues that most greatly impact our LGBTQIA+ community. In this week's episode, Managing Editor Madison Jones has a conversation with Executive Director of African Human Rights Coalition Melanie Nathan. Melanie is a Queer, South African–born human rights...

Welcome to the second episode of: SGN Out Loud! A new podcast series where staff at the Seattle Gay News do weekly deep dives into the topics and issues that most greatly impact our LGBTQIA+ community. In this week's episode, Managing Editor Madison Jones has a conversation with Glen Stellmacher about his above-the-fold investigative feature on Israeli security training institute ASTI and its...

Radio SGN's Out Loud! A new podcast series where staff at the Seattle Gay News do weekly deep dives into the topics and issues that most greatly impact our LGBTQIA+ community. We are launching this first episode by discussing the passing of legendary Seattle drag queen: Miss Roxy Doll, also featured as the front-page story of our August 2025 issue. Moderated by SGN Associate Editor CJ Emerson, the...

Benny is out of town, and while the cat is away, Lindsey and Cameron bring listeners a very special holiday episode. Lindsey interviews comedy theater duo James and Jamesy about their holiday show and more. Tickets and info: https://ochristmastea.com/ RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.redbubble.com/people/SeattleGayNews/shop Instagram: @radio.sgn Twitter: @radiosgn Music Intro: Meatball by Jesse Spillane...

Co-hosts Benny, Lindsey, and Cameron talk about queer housing, fraud in Florida, and what qualifies as an actual Halloween costume. Lindsey interviews visual artist Rafael Soldi. Soldi's website: https://rafaelsoldi.com/ RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.redbubble.com/people/SeattleGayNews/shop Instagram: @radio.sgn Twitter: @radiosgn Music Intro: Meatball by Jesse Spillane Transitions: Night Sun by T...

Co-hosts Benny Loy and Lindsey Anderson share some of their favorite Halloween movies, as Spokane continues to live up to an unfortunate reputation. Lindsey interviews SGN contributing writer Ian Crowley. Odyssey Youth Movement: https://www.odysseyyouth.org/ RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.redbubble.com/people/SeattleGayNews/shop Instagram: @radio.sgn Twitter: @radiosgn Music Intro: Meatball by Jesse Sp...

Lindsey, Benny, and Cameron are back with a lot to say about "family vloggers," and a new, groundbreaking subject for country songs. Lindsey interviews famed American songwriter and producer Desmond Child about being Queer in the music industry and much more. Desmond Child's skin care products: https://www.vidalocaskinlife.com/ RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.redbubble.com/people/SeattleGa...

Lindsey flexes her political science muscles with a rundown of the late Diane Feinstein's legacy, in light of some more uplifting news in the U.S. Senate. Benny is adamant that their wedding will not have a certain theme. And once again, "meme god" Cameron joins the show, this time with a mix of the Halloween-y and the wholesome. Lindsey interviews influencer, fitness coach, and form...

Benny and Lindsey are joined by Cameron once again to answer the important questions. Is your sense of smell an essential part of your gaydar? What is it like spending high school in the closet? And is it okay to deny your lesbian friends a sperm donation because you don't think they're ready for kids? All that along with more Gay news. Lindsey interviews Mx. Ska Seattle 2023 Xavier Lopez...

The SGN 's annual Travel Issue is out! Hear about the adventures of SGN staff to the far corners of the world, like South Korea, California, and Portland. Our co-hosts Benny and Lindsey are also joined by the paper's talented "social media god" Cameron Martinez for the first installment of a fun new segment. Lindsey interviews author and educator Aidan Key about his upcoming book...

A scandal in Spokane! Tree removal under cover of night! These are two separate events. Co-hosts Benny Loy and Lindsey Anderson return after a Labor Day hiatus to break down this week's Gay news. Lindsey interviews poet and professor Erin Hoover about her upcoming book No Spare People . Erin's Website: erinhooverpoet.com More reading: southernreviewofbooks.com RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.red...

Join co-hosts Lindsey Anderson and Benny Loy for musings on childhood haircuts, secret service security, back to school recommendations, and how the Biden administration could win the neurodivergent vote. Lindsey interviews founding Rocky Horror Show actress Patricia Quinn about her career and upcoming tour of the States. Tickets for the tour: www.scottstander.com/rhps-magenta.html RADIO SGN INFO...

Do you have a pet name? Do you ever put on your "mom voice?" Benny and Lindsey discuss all that and more, along with some wildfire safety tips, updates on the Writers Guild of America strike, and some more solemn news. Lindsey interviews local comedians Annie Ex and Mary Hall. Comedy Garden Instagram: @thecomedygarden Mary's Instagram: @killersetprod Annie's Instagram: @nucleanni...

It's time for SGN's annual special issue on finance! Co-hosts Lindsey and Benny talk about the nuances of the wealth gap between Queer people and their straight counterparts, and about the veterinary technician shortage, Seattle's overloaded animal shelters, and the many resources out there for struggling pet owners. Lindsey interviews local "dragabond" king Sid Seedy. Sid&#3...

From pet-related PTO to a fringe movie that filled theaters with empty seats, co-hosts Benny and Lindsey talk about the latest. Lindsey interviews local comedian Molina Molina. Website: https://www.instagram.com/molinasquared/ RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.redbubble.com/people/SeattleGayNews/shop Instagram: @radio.sgn Twitter: @radiosgn Music Intro: Meatball by Jesse Spillane Transitions: Night Sun by...

The drama is real! Hear stories of soccer, stray bullets, and Swiftmania from the wild weeks of co-hosts Benny and Lindsey, with updates on the Pope's stance on Trans people and the Seattle Police Department's scandal involving office decorations. Lindsey interviews local drag queen Dion Dior Black on today's drag scene, locally and nationally. Dion's Instagram: @diondiorblack RADI...

Are you a black cat or a golden retriever? How does birth order and gender affect childhood? Benny and Lindsey dive into relationship dynamics and sibling rivalry this week, and take another shot at DeSantis (in Minecraft?) regarding a bizarre campaign ad. Benny chats with bearded drag queen and SGN writer Nemesis about drag role models, inspiration, and the satanic panic around Pokémon. RADIO SGN...

In this week's episode, Benny and Lindsey talk about the big turnout at Tacoma Pride, what it's like to cover Can Can Cabaret, Seattle's future as a climate haven, and what musical artists really speak to them. Lindsey interviews interviews local drag darling Ladie Chablis. RADIO SGN INFO Merch: www.redbubble.com/people/SeattleGayNews/shop Instagram: @radio.sgn Twitter: @radiosgn Music...

Co-hosts Benny and Lindsey get into the potential long-term impacts of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on anti-discrimination laws. To potentially lighten the mood, they also bring out the first installment of their dramatic readings of some of Seattle's strangest Craigslist ads. Lindsey interview City Council District 3 candidate Bobby Goodwin on graffiti, criminal defense, and more. Bo...

Lindsey returns from a wild Pride week and Benny makes their debut as the show's new co-host. Hear about the parade, the charities, Starbucks Workers United, and even more about dogs. Plus, with the latest major Supreme Court decisions, the duo is angry and broke. Lindsey interviews counselor and author Kate Mageau on her book and domestic violence in the Queer community. Website: https://www....

What do poppers, M&M's, George Santos, and Bud Light all have in common? Did Lindsey's doggy drag star Patricia steal the show at Pride over the weekend? What could be this year's next big LGBTQ scandal? Find out in Ash's final farewell episode as one of the witty and sonorous co-hosts of Radio SGN. Ash's Instagram: @photondetective Couth Buzzard Books: https://buonobuzzard...

In this special Pride episode, our hosts talk about how Ash is similar to both Kamaji from Spirited Away and the Peddler from Caps for Sale . Lindsey goes over the Queer Trans Project and its Build-A-Queer care packages, and Ash reads their Letter from the Editor. Also, learn about how a Christian fundamentalist comic strip, in a way, got blown up into a transphobic film being aired nationwide. Qu...