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Dr. Tony Walko and Dr. Rich Minuski discuss their journey in founding Healthcare Unity Group (HUG) and their mission to provide LGBTQIA+ competent healthcare. They highlight the importance of telemedicine and social media in reaching and serving individuals in 35 states. The doctors also discuss the challenges of stigma and hate on social media and how they combat it by normalizing conversations a...

Film Review: “Inside Out 2” Written, Directed by Kelsey Mann Nathan Box Instagram: @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writer...

Jay Anthony Franke, former star of the teen NBC television show California Dreams, discusses his career and his journey as a straight ally to the LGBTQ community. He shares his early life and how he got into acting, including his experience working on shows like Married with Children. Franke talks about his time on California Dreams and the changes that occurred throughout the show's run. He a...

In this episode of the Pride and Promotion Podcast, Joe Federico interviews Maggie Carey of Master it Media about social media marketing and personal branding. They discuss the importance of building a strong brand foundation, understanding your target audience, and staying consistent across all marketing channels. They also emphasize the need to listen to your audience and make adjustments to you...

Ready to Deep Dive into our guest’s personalities? It’s time for “5 Questions With…” We put our previous guests back on the hot seat to answer 5 more burning, quirky and random questions we just had to know. Back today the social media sensation, archeologist, environmental science expert and science communication expert, Milo Rossi is in studio again. From his amazing book, “The Encyclopedia of t...

Ready to Deep Dive into our guest’s personalities? It’s time for “5 Questions With…” We put our previous guests back on the hot seat to answer 5 more burning, quirky and random questions we just had to know. Back today the amazing magician, actor, prankster and more, Michael Carbonaro is in studio again. From the Carbonaro Effect, to touring across the country for live performances, Michael keeps...

Yee Haw Pardner’s saddle up as we down to the Rapid Fire Ranch, where we bring our guests back from last week for some Rapid Fire Questions and learn just a little more about them. In this conversation, Mary Beth Hall and Joseph A. Federico discuss the evolution of marketing, the role of AI in education and social media, and the importance of humanizing brands. They also explore the challenges of...

Milo Rossi, an archaeologist, environmental scientist, and science communicator, discusses his journey, insights, and experiences in the field of archaeology and science communication. He shares his passion for bringing scientific discoveries to a wider audience and the challenges of balancing work and personal life. Milo also talks about his book 'The Encyclopedia of the Weird and Wonderful&#...

The LGBTQ Center of the Desert in Palm Springs, California is dedicated to supporting and uplifting the LGBTQ community. The center offers a wide range of services and programs, including mental health counseling, a community food bank, youth and family programming, and social activities. The center creates a safe and welcoming environment for all members of the community, including seniors, women...

Steve Arrington, the director of the Bayard Rustin LGBTQ+ Resource Center, shares his journey as an advocate and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities of color. He discusses the importance of partnerships and collaborations in serving the community and highlights the need for inclusivity and understanding of different cultures within the LGBTQ+ community. The center provides resources such as...

Michael Carbonaro, a talented comedian and magician, shares his journey from growing up in Long Island, New York, to becoming a beloved figure in the world of entertainment. He discusses his passion for horror movies, special makeup effects, and magic, as well as his experience with coming out and navigating his LGBTQ identity in the entertainment industry. The conversation also delves into the cr...

In this conversation, Mary Beth Hall and Joseph A. Federico discuss the evolution of marketing, the role of AI in education and social media, and the importance of humanizing brands. They also explore the challenges of social media management in corporate culture and the impact of COVID-19 on brand authenticity. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to marketing, branding, and soc...

Ready to Deep Dive into our guest’s personalities? It’s time for “5 Questions With…” We put our previous guests back on the hot seat to answer 5 more burning, quirky and random questions we just had to know. Back today is the handsome and hard working John Hernandez, Editor in Chief of Bear World Magazine. John and Bear world are media partners for our Big Gay Roadtrip 3 and we had a great intervi...

Yee Haw Pardner’s saddle up as we down to the Rapid Fire Ranch, where we bring our guests back from last week for some Rapid Fire Questions and learn just a little more about them. Eric Fright is back and mosey’s on down to the Ranch to answer four more questions from Joe. Welcome to Pride and Promotion a marketing podcast specifically tailored for the LGBTQ Community. Where you are a business own...

Seattle International Fim Festival Review. Our Special Correspondent Nathan Box does his yearly pilgrimage to the Seattle Film Festival where he goes every year and sees almost every movie available. It’s a herculean task, but Nathan is up for the challenge. Instagram: @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature...

Jake Allyn, a multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry, discusses his directorial debut film 'Ride' in an interview. Co-Starring C. Thomas Howell and Annabeth Gish, The film tells the story of three generations of bull riders and their struggles to raise money for the family. Allyn shares his personal connection to the rodeo community and his passion for making a good movie. He al...

John Hernandez, editor in chief of Bear World Magazine, shares his journey as a member of the bear community and his role in shaping the magazine's success. He discusses his upbringing in New York, his discovery of the lgbt bear community, the importance of a gay podcast, and his experiences coming out. John also talks about his college experience, his career in the corporate world, and his tr...

In this conversation, Eric Fright discusses the importance of building a persona as a podcaster, the challenges of identity, and the journey of rediscovering his passion for horror. He shares insights on utilizing social media platforms, the evolution of his podcast, and the creative process behind his content. The conversation covers various topics including the horror and queer communities, deal...

Ready to Deep Dive into our guest’s personalities? It’s time for “5 Questions With…” We put our previous guests back on the hot seat to answer 5 more burning, quirky and random questions we just had to know. Back today is Musical Theater Actor, Bryan Austermann. Questions include what broadway roles would Bryan have loved to play and we invite him to a dinner party. Are you ready? And the question...

Yee Haw Pardner’s saddle up as we down to the Rapid Fire Ranch, where we bring our guests back from last week for some Rapid Fire Questions and learn just a little more about them. Jon Fischer, founder of Camp Bear Hug, and a health and wellness coach in the bear community, is back with Joe on the Ranch to answer four more fun marketing questions. Welcome to Pride and Promotion a marketing podcast...

Jon Fischer, founder of Camp Bear Hug, discusses his journey as a health and wellness coach in the bear community. He shares how he evolved his business over the past 10 years, starting with a free website and using email marketing to promote his services. Jon explains the definition of a bear and how he created a niche within the community. He also talks about his recent retreat in New Orleans an...

The conversation covers Brian Austermann's journey as a theater performer, from his early love for theater to his experiences in New York and on cruise ships. It also delves into his LGBTQ+ journey, dream roles, and the challenges and rewards of cruise ship life. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including cruise ship performances, regional theater experiences, the upcoming Wicke...

Ready to Deep Dive into our guest’s personalities? It’s time for “5 Questions With…” We put our previous guests back on the hot seat to answer 5 more burning, quirky and random questions we just had to know. Back today is one of my favorite actors, now director, Brian J. Smith is in studio again. We talk about his new movie, “A House is Not a Disco” in his full interview and we have some fun with...

“A House Is Not A Disco,” is the directorial debut of one of my favorite actors, Brian J. Smith. From his co-starring roles from “Stargate Universe” to “Sense 8;” to “Treadstone” and the time-hopping “Class of 09,” Brian has portrayed nuanced and soulful performances with just the right amount of coming dread or authority, (he needs to grow his hair out sometime, lol). This documentary debut is ab...

“The Mattachine Family” is a perfect movie to be releasing for Pride Month. The film is directed by Andy Vallentine, who directed “The Lettermen” which I loved, and stars Nico Tortorella, Juan Pablo Di Pace, Emily Hampshire and more and explores the pull of fatherhood after a couple has a joyous, yet ultimately painful road fostering a wonderful young man. Today I have Andy and Juan Pablo joining...