The Rainbow Crossing Podcast

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are joined by local bar owner and chair of the Austin LGBTQIA+ Quality of Life advisory commission Scott (Millenial) to discuss trends and activism in the community. They talk about the resurgent need for gay spaces, the disconnect between white gay males and the rest of the queer populace, and much more.  Support the show

Send a text Back from their trip to Puerto Rico, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) recount their first travel experience together, including the beaches, the drinks, the drag queens, and the boys (in speedos). The two discuss what makes a vacation a gaycation and how to successfully survive one with friends.   Support the show

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome adult superstar and all-around sweetheart Cody Seiya (Millenial) for a conversation on breaking out of heternormative traditions and forging our own paths. From being raised by an immigrant Chinese mother and Jewish father to helping friends start their own family, Cody shares how he's lived his life on his own terms.  Support...

Send a text Julio (Gen Z) bravely and perhaps foolishly dares to peek into the mind of his roommate Daniel (Gen X) as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of Daniel's 25th birthday. Yes, it happens to even the best of us - Daniel is celebrating his golden birthday at 50 years old! The two discuss what it was like being a kid in the olden times, coming to terms with being gay during the height...

Send a text In honor of Women's Appreciation Month, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) invite longtime friend Jody (Millenial) to talk about her life as an LGBTQ+ ally and an elementary school teacher in Texas. They discuss Jody's experiences as an educator preparing for gun violence and ICE raids, as well as her love for the gay community.  Support the show

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) spill the tea on their greatest temptations - from boys to illicit substances to good old fashioned gossip. They share stories about their struggles with these and other common temptations, as well as methods to combat and overcome these often sinister seductions.  Support the show

Send a text Since they're both dipping their toes in the dating scene, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) share their top five questions to ask when seriously dating someone in order to feel out if he's truly boyfriend material. They also discuss their icons of the week, the Zelensky vs. Trump/Vance battle, English as the "official" U.S. language, and the online por...

Send a text After successfully completing his first marathon, Julio (Gen Z) and roommate Daniel (Gen X) discuss apply the practices of enduring a successful long distance run to tackling life, in general, but particularly during trying times. They also talk about the United States' new self-proclaimed king, a disturbing display at the happiest place on Earth, and the uprising against GOP rhet...

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome adult superstar Angel Rivera to the pod to discuss mental health, addiction, and therapy. Angel shares his story on entering the adult business, how it helped fuel his addictions, and what it took to begin breaking free of those vices after several years. He also talks about his past with Joey Mills as an adult super couple and how...

Send a text With the hashtag "leaving MAGA" trending on social media, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss the motivations behind right-leaning voters abandoning newly elected President Trump. They theorize that while many Democratic voters are more community-minded when it comes to elections, Republicans seem to often vote solely for their own interests. Is it a questi...

Send a text Only two weeks into Trump's second term, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are combating the chaos, fear, and exhaustion with suggestions on how to stand proud against efforts to wipe away the  LGBTQ community and other minority groups' existence. They also discuss the similarities of the current U.S. regime's attack on information to that which occurred in...

Send a text After Daniel (Gen X) spent a week in Sin City, he and roommate Julio (Gen Z) reunite and catchup with a few Las Vegas tales, including Daniel's befriending of RuPaul's Drag Race season 17 standout Lexi Love. Their conversation takes a more serious turn, however, when they discuss the flurry of executive orders taken by the new U.S. administration. The two react to a few of th...

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss the importance of keeping their eyes on the future in order to meet their goals, be open to unexpected blessings, and for the sake of their own mental health. They also discuss a variety of hot topics and recent events such as the Gaza peace treaty, Carrie Underwood performing at Trump's inauguration, Bob the Drag Queen slayin...

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) take their conversation about connections a step further as they explore how to overcome the inevitable conflicts and life changes to maintain positive relationships. They also discuss the recent death of The Vivienne from the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise, the tragedy of the LA fires, and the Queer Eye creator's comments about li...

Send a text Back from their holiday break, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) serve up season two of the pod with two new segments: Hot Topics (featuring exploding Teslas, drones, and Beyonce - oh my!) and Icon or I Can't (featuring RuPaul's Drag Race season 17). As they catch up on the last couple of weeks, they reflect on the new connections they've made, the old ones...

Send a text As the insanity that is 2024 comes to an end, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss a few of the more extreme moments from the year including the alleged actions recently taken by Luigi Mangione against the UnitedHealthcare CEO and what the implications may be in the New Year. They also talk about their personal experiences and successes in 2024, their goals for 2025,...

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are preparing for the holiday season, but it's not always fun and mistletoe when you're LGBTQ+. They discuss the challenges that many gay people face during Christmas and ways we can combat the seasonal depression and protect our mental health. On a lighter note, as they prepare to decorate their Christmas tree, they've comp...

Send a text Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss their recent viewing of the phenomenal and extremely queer Wicked movie, as well as reflect on the Thanksgiving holiday. They talk about what they're thankful for, as well as the power of gratitude and how to practice it on a daily basis.  Support the show

Send a text In honor of Julio's (Gen Z) 26th birthday, his roommate and co-host Daniel (Gen X) is getting him to spill the tea with 26 thought-provoking and amusing questions. We're covering Julio's most embarrassing moment, funniest childhood memory, biggest pet peeve, and so much more. Here's your chance to get into the mind of an elusive and complex Gen Z'er!  Support t...

Send a text Hours after the 2024 election was called in favor of Trump/Vance, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) sit down for the first time to talk about their reactions. As they sort through their feelings of exhaustion, anger and depression, they discuss what went wrong with the Harris/Walz campaign, why so many people are now afraid of the upcoming Presidential term, and how the LG...

Send a text A conversation regarding Shawn Mendes' recent vulnerable statement about figuring out his sexuality sparks a discussion between gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) about bravery. They discuss the courage often required to simply be part of the LGBT community, famous gay individuals who took bold stands for the betterment of their peers, and ways anyone can nurture and g...

Send a text Finding happiness in your everyday life isn’t necessarily a gay-only issue, but many members of the LGBT community do struggle with it at some point in their lives due to societal pressures surrounding their identities. Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss their own trials and tribulations regarding happiness and the methods that they’ve taken to facilitate long-term...

Send a text It's the most wonderful time of the year - gay Christmas aka Halloween! Join roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) as they discuss some of their favorite Halloween traditions while getting in the holiday mood by wearing costumes chosen by each other.  The two also explore the origins of Halloween, as well as the historical significance of the holiday to the LGBTQ+ community. ...

Send a text Roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome their first Baby Boomer guest. Austin weatherman and public address announcer for various University of Texas sports, Rich Segal, joins the podcast to share stories of navigating being gay during the very closeted 60s, finding and losing the love of his life in the 70s, surviving the AIDS crisis of the 80s, and building his chosen fami...

Send a text Forgiveness doesn't always come easy, especially when the offending party doesn't ask for it. Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) explore moments where they've offered up forgiveness in their lives and when they've withheld it. They also discuss ways to make forgiving others easier and why it's important for YOU to forgive.  Support the show