ItsAQueerThang

In this episode, we talk to Nick Vargas about Pride Visalia and Carlene Mendez from The Living Room about Fresno’s AIDS Walk. Plus new terms, national news, Boebert’s new low, and we set the record for the number of times we can say “kickball” (drink responsibly). Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www. Fac...

We talk about Kampout 2023, Clovis Unified School District, gender queer kids, health care, and Foghorn Leghorn speaks for himself. Our guests are Cy Hiyane of Clovis Unified and Melanie Reno from Kaiser Permanente. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaq...

In this episode, Kaylia and Chris recap the lively Clovis City Council Meeting regarding the suggestion of book censorship, chat with Kathleen Reyna of Fresno’s Reel Pride Film Festival, and grill the fabulous Leilani Price about her retirement. Plus our Halloween Watch with Chris and what is the actual meaning of a Whopper? Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at ww...

In this episode, Chris and Kaylia tackle the idea of book bans. Featuring an interview with “All Boys Aren’t Blue” author George M. Johnson, we talk about race, gender, censorship, and being one’s authentic self. We also chat with Nadine Farid Johnson, a PEN America lawyer, who breaks down some of the legal and long-term censorship issues in school libraries. Plus “death months,” “throbbing member...

Our guests include family counselor April Taylor Salery, as well as Arien Reed and Carlos Lopez, both transgender community members. We interview Kim Hensley of Ohio about transgender family experiences and coming together to support each other. Afterwards we talk to Taylor Poisall with the Red Cross about the recent changes to FDA rules which will allow gay men to donate blood. Back catalog of ep...

Join us for headlines, gay country bops, book and TV recommendations, and plenty of laughs along the way as we get distracted by our summer drinks... Plus two interviews about families coming to terms with a transgender child. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Thr...

On this episode we talk about the fabulous Barbie, the festive Monterey Pride Parade, PFLAG, supportive families, as well as an exclusive interview with Bradley W. Joondeph of the Santa Clara University School of Law regarding recent Supreme Court rulings that directly affect the LGBTQ+ community. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its...

In this overstuffed episode we talk about the hypocrisy of some of our local politicians, the recent Rainbow Day event at the Fresno Zoo, the importance of the rainbow flag, allyship, and coming out... AND we feature a great interview with LGBTQ ally Congressman Jim Costa who joins us to talk about his support for our community as well as some of his plans for the future of the Central Valley. And...

Our interview with Dr. Peter Robertson of California State University Fresno. It's our final 2023 Pride interview and it's packed! Enjoy! Back catalog of episodes of It’s A Queer Thang can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media Ne...

We interview Kathy Amendola who owns and operates Cruisin' The Castro Walking Tours in San Francisco. She shares the history of the Castro and the importance of keeping up with LGBTQ+ history. PLUS Chris and Kaylia talk about their experiences as well as action figures with ample assets... https://cruisinthecastro.com/ Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us a...

In this jam packed episode we interview two drag performers in Tennessee, home of some of the most controversial drag bans in the states. Join us as we talk to Harri Scary and Story VanNess about doing drag in the Bible Belt… plus some drag history, new vocabulary for both of us, and a whole episode with no mention of kickball! Back catalog of episodes of It’s A Queer Thang can be found at www.kmm...

Our guests on this episode include Jen Cruz with the EOC LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Robin McGehee talking about the push to get an LGBTQ+ liaison in the city of Fresno, and Annalisa Perea from the Fresno City Council. Back catalog of episodes of It’s A Queer Thang can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email u...

Chris and Kaylia talk with the queen of Dayton’s public access TV: the one and only, Ms Demure! We talk drag on TV (with kids), the struggles of the rainbow community, how everything is connected to Dayton Ohio, how comedy is subjective, and the importance of keeping up the good fight. Enjoy! Back catalog of episodes of It’s A Queer Thang can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-than...

In this episode Chris and Kaylia talk to the phenomenal Ada Vox about being a singing drag performer, the current backlash against drag, and finding your way. Plus our regular chit chat and a bit about Pride! Enjoy! Ada Vox can be found on insta @adavox and at www.adavoxofficial.com Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Que...

In our first of many PRIDE episodes this month, we talk to three local businesses about drag brunches and supporting the LGBTQ Community. Vibez Lounge / https://www.vibezlounge.com/ Central Star Marketing / https://www.instagram.com/centralstarmarketing/ Fresno Breakfast House / https://www.fresnobreakfasthouse.com/ Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at i...

On our May 19th, 2023 episode we talk to Bryan Cauwels, Tracie Cisneros and Kaede Coronado-Acuna about the 2023 Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival. Then Chris and Kaylia go over the latest on Pride in Fresno, the Pride Night at the Chaffee Zoo, the LA Dodgers and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and more LGBTQ+ news across the country. Enjoy! Fresno Rainbow Pride https://www.fresnorainbow...

In this episode Chris and Kaylia talk to Paige Wilson (illustrator of My Cat Fred Wears A Skirt), Bobbie Jo Mendez (Need The Bucks Baseball Pride Night in LA), and Robin McGehee (Florida student walk out). Plus our segment on “What to read / What to watch,” a tease about our next episode and some laughs along the way. Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at...

Join us on this episode with our guests Katrina and Emilee, authors of My Cat Fred Wears A Skirt, Pastor Bill Knezovich of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Fresno, Lara from Out Loud Sports and interviews from the abortion rally in Fresno by Planned Parenthood. https://www.amazon.com/My-Cat-Fred-Wears-Skirt/dp/1637555881/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VS4US5WBJB1F&keywords=my+cat+fred+wears+a+skirt&qid=168220908...

Chris and Kaylia expand the show with an extra episode every month. On this episode we talk politics, books and movies, and share the Transgender Day Of Visibility Rally in Fresno. Enjoy! Find us on Facebook: www. Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media Network. Instagram @kmma_media and twitter @kmma_media Music from #Uppbe...

Our March 17th, 2023 show featuring interviews with Naomi Henrix of RAW Fresno, Dr. Katherine Fobear of Fresno State on Trans Day Of Visibility and author Lillian Faderman, discussing her books Woman - The American History of an Idea and The Gay Revolution the Story of the Struggle. Plus St. Patty's Day, Woman's History Month, and our "You Suck/You Rock" segment! Follow us on Instagram @itsaqueert...

Our February 2023 episode with guests Anna Marie Dos Remedios of the Idle Hour Winery and Queens Inn By The River in Oakhurst, Poet Laureate S Bryan Medina and author Bryan T Clark. Follow us on Instagram @itsaqueerthang Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Website: www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It's A Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media...

This episode covers the topic of hate crimes, specifically toward the LGBTQ+ community. Our guests include Fresno Police Chief Paco Balderrama, US Attorney Phillip Talbert with the Department of Justice, Daren Miller with the Stop The Hate Town Hall plus Dr. Katherine Fobear of California State University Fresno discussing the new LGBTQ+ minor at the university and the upcoming fundraiser "A Love...

Our Christmas episode, Friday December 16th 2022. We cover the Proud Boys protesting the Fresno Drag Festival, a family friendly event. We also cover the Sanger School Board Meeting, discussing the banning the Rainbow Pride Flag from classrooms. We also talk to Robin and Karen Johnston McGeHee about their trip to the White House to witness the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act. Kaylia interv...

Post election round up and giving thanks. Our guests include Patricia Brown, local family law attorney who provides a round up of LGBTQ representatives elected and advice for families to protect themselves. Also Kym Dildine with the Central California Food Bank who talks about ways to give back and fight hunger in the Central Valley. We also discuss TDOR and Transemotion, which puts on the local e...

The Election Episode from October 21st, 2022. Our special guest is Will Johnson, Legislative Officer from the Kennedy Club. We discuss the upcoming election and the propositions and measures on the ballot in California.