Twin Cities Pride Amplified

This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined by Kimmy Hull and Sam Koshiol-Wright of Sequeerity, a de-escalation team right here in the Twin Cities.

This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel talk about back to school stress and how we can help the young people in our lives. They’re joined by Tara Raisanen from Becoming Together Therapy and Wellness Collective (https://www.becomingtogethermn.com/) to discuss what creates the back to school drama and ways to help young people cope during…

This week Andi Otto, Rina Heisel and Kelsey Alto talk about transparency in non-profits amid the recent closure of Rainbow Health.

This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined by Kelsey Alto, director of programming with Twin Cities Pride. They talk about programming this fall including fall fest, the career resource and job fair and their amazing trunk or treat!

This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined by two guest with the organization Telling Queer History: Rebecca Lawrence, executive director and Lucinda Pepper – Development, Communications, and Archives Manager.

This week we feature a special crossover episode with the show/podcast Redefining Recovery, as the crews from both shows discuss the importance of recovery from addiction within the LGBTQ+ community.

Andi and Rina are joined by Philip Anthony of the Downright Upright Show and JP Der Boghossian of This Queer Book Saved My Life and the Gaily Show for this special live broadcast from Loring Park.

Join us we chat with Darcie Baumann, our Entertainment Manager at Twin Cities Pride. We’ll talk about what’s coming up, how our entertainment line up comes together, and why we have the best entertainers in the world.

Join us as we visit with Cory Hilden, our Director of Logistics at Twin Cities Pride. With our festival just 2 weeks away we will help you plan your Pride Celebration with all the new and exciting things happening, all about safety, and tips on Transportation.

Hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined by Minnesota Lynx President of Business Operations, Carley Knox.

Join us this Saturday at 3pm as we visit with Kelsey Alto, our Director of Programming. Kelsey will tell us all about the great programming coming up in June to celebrate Pride Month! From Cheers to Pride, Family Fun Day, and a youth night—there’s more to do than just the festival.

Hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined Maddy Loch, program coordinator for Twin Cities Pride!

Join us as we meet a few team members from M Health Fairview, and we’ll hear how M Health Fairview is leading the way for equitable health care in Minnesota. From creating a welcoming atmosphere for all patients, the benefits of workplace ERGs, and why it’s important to have a presence at our Pride festival.

Join us as we get to know Jeremy Hanson Willis, Executive Director of Rainbow Health. Rainbow Health is doing an amazing amount of work here in the Twin Cities trying to make health care more accessible to all, from helping folks navigate the health care system, providing mental health care, working to end HIV, and…

Join us as we get to know Quinn Kathner-Tucker, owner of Queen on the Scene. We will be talking about how Queen on the Scene was actually started because of an experience that the owner had at Twin Cities Pride. And from there, why it’s a good idea to include vendors at Pride festivals who…

Join us as we get to know Anne Kraus, Volunteer Coordinator at Twin Cities PRIDE. Learn why our volunteers are so important to our mission. We will be discussing the different ways you can step up and support the community by volunteering, why volunteering is so important, and even some great perks you never thought…

Join us as we welcome back to the program, attorney and author Zaylore Stout. We’re going to visit with Zaylore about a presentation he’s been delivering across the country titled, How Woke Are You? It’s been getting quite the reception, and we’re going to talk all about it.

Join us this Saturday at 3pm as we get to know Julie Daffyd, a legend in the Twin Cities LGBTQ+ community. Julie not only attended the very first Pride here in Minnesota, but she has also been a long-time volunteer. Julie is also a Minnesota transgender pioneer and will share a bit about that experience…

Join us as we talk to Suzanne Blum Grundyson and Eric Cottrell from Stonewall Sports Twin Cities. We’ll talk about what Stonewall Sports has been up to, like their tournament coming up here in the Twin Cities, and also how to get involved even if you have never played a sport before. And why staying…

Join us as we talk to Anne Sutkowi-Hemstreet from the youth mentorship organization Queerspace Collective. We’ll talk about the work they are doing, all the different ways they are creating spaces for our youth, and of course—how you can get involved.

This week hosts Andi and Rina discuss a difficult topic: The #LGB without the T and Q social media movement.

Join us we get to know Nell Triggs, artist and friend of Twin Cities Pride. We’re going to talk about Nell’s artwork, her distinct style and inspiration, how you can find your art community, and the Artists in Residency Program offered by Twin Cities Pride.

Join us as we talk to one of our friends and long-time volunteers here at Twin Cities Pride, Michelle Gunderson! We’ll discuss how Michelle got involved in volunteering 15 years ago, how it has impacted her, and get some great advice on how to be a supportive ally.

Join us as we talk about LGBTQ+ youth and mental health care in the community. Ryan Fouts from Reclaim will join us as we talk about everything from the special challenges youth are facing, ideas for self-care, to how seek out the right care for you or a loved one.

Join us as we talk about mental health awareness and care in the LGBTQ+ community with Becky McNattin, the owner and president of Becoming Together Therapy and Wellness Collective. We’ll talk about everything from self-care, to how seek out the right care for you or a loved one. https://www.becomingtogethermn.com/ https://www.barnesandnoble.com/ shapes-of-us-becky-mcnattin/1144114300