GAYBC Happy Hour

Join Richie Roy and Johnny Mac in a bittersweet farewell as they celebrate the final episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour podcast before their exciting transition to the new show, Richie & John from the Mutual Broadcasting System , coming this May! Tune in for a special retrospective as they share their favorite moments from the past 28 episodes and bid adieu to their beloved listeners for the next...

Join co-hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac on the GAYBC Happy Hour as they delve into the latest LGBTQ+ news stories and updates. They discuss Sacramento becoming a sanctuary city for transgender people, J.K. Rowling's clash with hate crime laws in Scotland, USCIS adding a gender-neutral option on naturalization forms, and the repercussions of two men charged in the tragic death of transgender activi...

Richie Roy and Johnny Mac welcome Dr. Eugene Rajaratnam (Dr. Raj) from the California Wellness Institute to the GAYBC Happy Hour . They will have a candid conversation about topics that can be difficult for men and women to discuss with their primary care doctors: their sexual health. Dr. Raj is the Medical Director at CWI and specializes in Urology and Regenerative Medicine. Other topics on this...

Tune in to this week's episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour with Richie Roy and Johnny Mac for an interview with filmmaker Geoff Callan . Callan's 2005 film, Pursuit of Equality , is being shown nationwide to commemorate the 20th anniversary of California legalizing same-sex marriage. In other news, Arkansas GOP lawmakers are facing scrutiny over their decision to eliminate the "X" gender option on sta...

' DON'T SAY GAY ?' MAKE MY DAY, JUST TRY AND STOP ME! On this edition of the  GAYBC Happy Hour  hosted by  Richie Roy  and  Johnny Mac  we dive into a lively discussion on essential queer cinema, share tantalizing cocktail and mocktail recipes in the Mixology 101 segment, and provide more product and service warnings and recommendations. We'll also be unpacking the la...

Join Richie Roy and Johnny Mac for a wild ride on the GAYBC Happy Hour as they delve into the world of New York City’s vibrant gay bar scene. Get ready for a mix of news and laughs as they discuss the latest headlines, from One Million Moms’ outrage over a Volkswagen ad to Florida’s governor facing a defeat in his anti-"woke" campaign. Plus, a federal judge's ruling on gender-affirming care and th...

Get your double-double bourbon ready for this week's  GAYBC Happy Hour ! Join hosts  Richie Roy  and  Johnny Mac  as they dive into the wild world of culture wars in the Sunstroke State of Floriduh, where permission slips are now needed to watch a PG Disney film. In a comedic twist, Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene faces rejection from the U.S. Supreme Court ov...

This week on the GAYBC Happy Hour , hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac dive into the fascinating topic of LGBTQ+ gamers. Explore reasons behind why gaming serves as a form of escapism and safe space for the queer community. They also discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding legalization of same-sex marriage in Greece, dissecting is opposition from the holier-than-thou. The guys also tackle the que...

Join Richie Roy and Johnny Mac on this week's episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour as Richie shares his exciting adventures in the Windy City. He takes us on a journey through his first trip to Chicago, where he indulged in incredible dining experiences, witnessed some great entertainment, and explored the vibrant culture of the nation's third-largest city. Explore the latest news and stories of discri...

In this week's episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour , hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac address a range of concerns affecting the LGBTQ+ community across America. From Seattle to Florida and even the heartland, threats and alarming behavior have been observed. In Seattle, queer establishments are facing harassment from the police due to exposed chests and provocative athletic wear. In Florida, authoritie...

Join Richie Roy and Johnny Mac on this week's GAYBC Happy Hour as they dive into current events and culture affecting the LGBTQ+ community. Their first topic explores the groundbreaking findings of a recent survey from the Public Religion Research Institute, revealing that a staggering 28% of Gen Z adults identify as LGBTQ+. This marks a significant increase compared to previous generations. Addit...

Join hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac on this episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour as they connect with filmmakers from different worlds who share something in common. The show kicks off with a thought-provoking discussion with Corey Sherman, the screenwriter, and Allison Tate, the producer of the new feature-length comedy, Big Boys. This charming coming-of-age story follows a 14-year-old boy as he navi...

We generally only post entire podcasts and this excerpt is from our January 18, 2024 broadcast and podcast. This, however, is just the interview with Corey and Allison. For more information about Big Boys , please visit their website . Join hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac on this episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour as they connect with filmmakers Corey Sherman, the screenwriter, and Allison Tate, the...

Richie Roy and Johnny Mac spread their sunshine all around the globe on the GAYBC Happy Hour. Except... the Sunshine State. The phobic and fascistic state of Florida continues to crank out anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation as fast as the governor and his MAGA-bigot lawmakers can think of something more dangerous than the last bill. In fact, one such proposed law might put a target on this very description...

Welcome to a New Year and New Season of the GAYBC Happy Hour ! Hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac start the year off with a bang. The LGBTQ+ news gods have bestowed a treasure chest of topics and they waste no time jumping into the fray. New Years 2024 is in the books, and while Richie and Johnny talk about their holidays, Richie takes particular note that the climate is indeed changing as his Hudson...

Join  Richie Roy  &  Johnny Mac  on this week's episode of the  GAYBC Happy Hour  for a surprising twist as they discuss the  United States Supreme Court's rejection of challengers to Washington State's ban on Conversion Therapy . The hosts bring a dose of positivity with stories that challenge the status quo. They also delve into the political landscape, hig...

Tune in to this week's episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour with Richie Roy & Johnny Mac for a lively discussion on current events during the holiday season. The hosts kick off the show with some good news, covering the removal of George Santos , a dishonest and unethical Congressman, from office. Santos' hypocritical opposition to same-sex marriage while being married to a man adds an interesting...

'Tis the season to bring more merriment and joy into your week with Richie Roy and Johnny Mac on the GAYBC Happy Hour podcast. This episode, they dive into a topic loved by many LGBTQ+ folks year-round: shopping. Did you finish all your holiday shopping early, or are you the type who waits until the last minute? Join the conversation about this and other trending topics, including the latest insta...

It’s a special Thanksgiving Episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour podcast! This week, hosts Richie Roy and Johnny Mac gather around the Thanksgiving table to give thanks and celebrate Richie's 44th birthday. Join the lively discussion as they share gratitude, debate their favorite Thanksgiving foods, and welcome special guest David Capocci from Paca Pride Guest Ranch in Granite Falls, Washington. It’s a...

On this week's episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour with Richie Roy and Johnny Mac , the dynamic duo serves up a cocktail of news, entertainment, and activism that you won't want to miss. First on the agenda is the alarming situation in Tennessee, where draconian anti-Drag actions have taken center stage, with Murfreesboro going so far as to enact a law that essentially criminalizes homosexuality. Join...

Richie Roy and Johnny Mac have had a busy week and are coming off a week of fun and Pride frivolity in the Coachella Valley. On the newest edition of GAYBC Happy Hour , you'll hear a few minutes that were spent with two of the Grand Marshal honorees in Palm Springs this past weekend. Gypsy at 91 in the oldest living and working Drag Queen in the World! And, one of the most famous Drag performers a...

The entire GAYBC Happy Hour team is gathered in sunny Palm Springs, California this weekend to take part in the 2023 LGBTQ+ Pride Festival that attracts tens of thousands to the Coachella Valley desert cities. Host Richie Roy has trekked from Upstate New York and shakes off the chill of Fall by warming up ears, hearts and minds with GAYBC founder and Happy Hour co-host Johnny Mac from the studio a...

If you’re an auto enthusiast, you may already know that the term Horsepower is yesterday’s news. In the age of green technology fueling the cars of the future, the need for speed is now fulfilled by  Torque . On this week’s edition of the  GAYBC Happy Hour with Richie Roy & Johnny Mac , the first hour is all about our love of automobiles and specifically where the market is headed in...

Richie Roy and Johnny Mac have another thought-provoking discussion on stories and issues that impact the LGBTQ+ Community in the newest episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour . Impressed with 21 year old University of Wyoming transgender freshman Artemis Langford for her determination to confront transphobia head-on, the co-hosts are confused why a sexual or gender minority undergrad would choose to be...

This episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour was pre-recorded earlier in the week to accommodate a schedule conflict. Live episodes will resume on October 19, 2023. We have a very special guest joining us again in-studio. Tom Rielly is the co-founder of Digital Queers , a non-profit organization that was responsible for the endowment of computer hardware, software and consultant services to most of the ma...