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This News is So Gay
Hosted by Evergreen Podcasts · EN
Think 'Meet the Press', but gayer. This News is So Gay is a weekly LGBTQ+ reporters roundtable, featuring a rotating panel of LGBTQ+ journalists from across the country covering national hot-button queer news and views. Substantive yet entertaining, our weekly episodes will keep you in the know on all the latest news from those actually covering what's going down.
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Chronicling Hyperlocal Efforts to Protect LGBTQ+ Lives
1w ago00:35:54Tap to summarizeLocal policies can affect LGBTQ+ lives just as much as national ones. What are some local governments doing to protect LGBTQ+ lives across the United States? While June may be over, stories of Pride celebrations continue as Pride events are still happening across the country – and we have some stories you definitely want to hear. This week’s roundtable: Rural LGBTQ+ beat reporter for The Buckeye Flame and a corps member for Report for America, Ben Jodway Editorial manager for Queer Kentucky, Divya Karthikeyan Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reporting on Stories of Bad Public Policy and Much-Needed Queer Hope
2w ago00:38:23Tap to summarizeFederal and state governmental policies are affecting LGBTQ+ people across in all sorts of ways; like in housing and healthcare access. But not all those policies are negative – as California institutes a law that requires all public schools to have at least one all-gender restroom. There are a host of LGBTQ+ people you may not know, but should – who we introduce to you in our segment of “Who the Heck is That?” And of course, where is our roundtable finding queer joy in the world this week? This week’s roundtable: Training Director at Investigative Reporters and Editors, Adam Rhodes Reporter for The Ohio Capital Journal, Susan Tebben California Politics Editor for The Sacramento Bee, Lauren Chapman It is the Buckeye Flame’s 6th birthday and we are celebrating all month. We need your support to keep the Flame burning bright, so become a recurring donor to our scrappy queer nonprofit newsroom and it will support our journalism, which includes This News is So Gay. To donate, go to thebuckeyeflame.com Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Framing Data on LGBTQ+ Equality and What to Actually Do With the Numbers
3w ago00:42:21Tap to summarizeThere is so much new data about LGBTQ+ communities and views on equal rights. What do those numbers have to tell us? We look at the existence of “nudifying” apps and the digital violence that can stem from them, as well as Ohio House Bill 172 and its push to limit physical and mental care for LGBTQ+ youth. And we have to talk about gay license plates – as a Lakewood, Ohio resident joins another lawsuit against the Ohio BMV. This week’s roundtable: Senior staff writer for The Buckeye Flame, H.L. Comeriato Technology reporter for the 19th, Jasmine Mithani It is the Buckeye Flame’s 6th birthday and we are celebrating all month. We need your support to keep the Flame burning bright, so become a recurring donor to our scrappy queer nonprofit newsroom and it will support our journalism, which includes This News is So Gay. To donate, go to thebuckeyeflame.com Links: If you are experiencing sexual violence or abuse, please call RAINN’s free, confidential hotline at (800) 656-HOPE, text HOPE to 64674. To chat live, click here. If you are a young LGBTQ+ person in crisis, please contact the Trevor Project: 866-4-U-Trevor. If you are an transgender adult in crisis, please contact the National Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Unpacking LGBTQ+ Youth Challenges and Threats to Queer Media Representation
Jun 1700:35:32Tap to summarizeLGBTQ+ youth continue to face a myriad of challenges in living their authentic lives. What are some of the latest challenges being covered out there? Representation of LGBTQ+ characters in film and TV is under fire yet again; what is the FCC trying to do now? Plus: corporate support at Pride. How do Americans really feel about brands getting in on the Pride action? This week’s roundtable: Investigative journalist and lead designer at Uncloseted Media, Sam Donndelinger Senior Director of local news for the U.S. South for GLAAD, Darian Aaron It is the Buckeye Flame’s 6th birthday and we are celebrating all month. We need your support to keep the Buckeye Flame burning bright, so become a recurring donor to our scrappy queer nonprofit newsroom and it will support our journalism, which includes This News is So Gay. To donate, go to thebuckeyeflame.com Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Examining Broadcast Coverage of LGBTQ+ Issues and Where It Falls Short
Jun 1000:37:31Tap to summarizeThis week, we’re covering highlights from a recent report on 2025 weekday evening news coverage of LGBTQ issues; including how trans and gender-nonconforming people were rarely featured in the coverage. While Pride Month has us celebrating in the present, it’s important to take a look back to history. This week’s roundtable: Deputy Research Director for Special Projects and former LGBTQ program director at Media Matters, Brennan Suen Writer, editor, fact checker, and former senior politics editor at The Advocate, Trudy Ring Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Navigating Pride Month as a Queer Journalist and Previewing Upcoming LGBTQ+ Films
Jun 300:35:16Tap to summarizeIt’s Pride Month with events aplenty! How does that affect the life of queer journalists? GLAAD released their Social Media Safety Index & Platform Scorecard – is there good news to be found there? And it’s not just Pride Month – it’s also summer! What queer culture content should you be watching and reading this summer? This week’s roundtable: Managing director and editor of News is Out, Dana Piccoli Host of The Gaily Show, John Parker Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Investigating the Sudden Disappearance of LGBTQ+ Public Health Information
May 2700:35:06Tap to summarizeThere was some very helpful LGBTQ+ public health information online provided by the CDC – and now it’s gone. Why has it disappeared? Plus, anti-LGBTQ+ legislation continues to be introduced with mixed results all over the country – what’s the latest you need to know? And of course, where are we finding queer joy in the news right now? This week’s guest is Christopher Wiggins, politics and news editor at The Advocate, leading national coverage at the intersection of public policy, politics, and LGBTQ+ lives. Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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EXTRA EXTRA: Building Community Through Media and Authenticity with V Spehar
May 2000:32:23Tap to summarizeExtra Extra is an opportunity to hear more from the individuals who have helped define our field and continue to shape possibilities for the LGBTQ+ media landscape. V is the creator and host of Under the Desk News, with recognitions that include everything from the Time 100 list to the Outstanding Independent Journalism Award from GLAAD. V shares their journey from culinary arts to becoming a prominent LGBTQ+ journalist and content creator. They discuss how their authentic storytelling approach came to be, along with the importance of community and collaboration in journalism. Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reporting on Gayborhood Drama and Queer Disinformation
May 1300:33:42Tap to summarizeHow are gayborhoods faring across the United States? Ken speaks with Jake Wittich and Jason Villemez to discuss the current drama in Philadelphia’s Washington Square West regarding its historical designation, as well as Chicago’s Boystown rebranding to North Halsted and their efforts to increase inclusivity. The panel also explores the different ways that journalists are combating misinformation, including the “Transquake” movement in Chicago. This week’s roundtable: Managing editor for The Windy City Times, Jake Wittich Former editor of and current frequent contributor to Philadelphia Gay News, Jason Villemez Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Uncovering Stories on Pride Flag Burnings, Mpox and Queer Crime Solving
May 600:37:57Tap to summarizeRainbow flags – they can fly proudly, but they apparently can get banned from coffee shops or burned to the ground. We’re covering the latest drama around rainbow flag displays this week. Also, Mpox is on the rise once again – what do you need to know on that public health issue? This week’s roundtable: Senior staff writer for The Buckeye Flame, H.L. Comeriato California Politics Editor for The Sacramento Bee, Lauren Chapman Keep up with The Buckeye Flame online: Website: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckeyeflame/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebuckeyeflame.com Support for This News is So Gay comes from the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund of the Cleveland Foundation, leveraging philanthropy to empower LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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