The wild & wicked politics of Trump’s first week, Creating Change was a refuge for queer advocates, and GLAAD Media award nominees are announced - January 27, 2025
Release Date: 01/27/2025
Colorado protects same-sex marriage, the community mourns Jiggly Caliente & BET to celebrate Black Queer icons - April 28, 2025
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Family, this week we honor the legacy of the incredible Coretta Scott King, a true trailblazer for Black and LGBTQ+ liberation. In politics, Colorado moves to permanently protect same-sex marriage, Minnesota takes a bold stand against Trump’s attacks on trans youth, and George Santos faces the consequences of his deception. In culture and entertainment, BET announces a fabulous celebration for Black queer icons, we mourn the devastating loss of Jiggly Caliente, and Jennifer Beals gifts The L Word fans a gorgeous re-release of her photographic journal. Plus, we wrap up National Poetry...
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Trans servicemembers get a win, Laverne Cox’s Clean Slate gets canceled and the LA Sparks will retire Candace Parker’s jersey - April 21, 2025
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This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn — we’re talking legal wins and loses, representation on-screen, and unmatched excellence on the basketball court. A U.S. federal appeals court deals a blow to Trump’s anti-trans military ban, affirming the right of our trans siblings to serve with pride. But across the pond, the UK Supreme Court drops a devastating ruling stripping trans people of legal recognition. In culture, we lift up the groundbreaking TLC show Jay & Pamela — a love story breaking barriers around disability, queerness, and visibility. We mourn the...
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Celebrating political wins in Colorado, Anna named to The Curve Foundation 2025 Power List & NFL’s Khalen Saunders to host LGBTQ football camp - April 14, 2025
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Family, this week we’re celebrating political wins in Colorado and Boise, shining a light on the Curve Foundation's Power List, and spotlighting NFL player Khalen Saunders for creating space in sports for LGBTQ athletes. From politics to pop culture, Anna brings the stories that matter to our community—amplified, unfiltered, and with plenty of heart. In Politics: Colorado Comes Through: The state House passes groundbreaking bills protecting gender-affirming care, shielding trans kids and their families, and recognizing abortion as a constitutional right. Boise Stands Tall:...
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Hands off our democracy, a liberal wins Wisconsin’s Supreme Court seat, and TS Madison cuts the ribbon on her Starter House - April 7, 2025
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This week, we’re turning up the volume on resistance and resilience. From nationwide “Hands Off” protests to major political wins in Wisconsin and Montana, the people are making their voices heard. We also honor the lives of Linda Moran and Kaitoria “Kai” Bankz — two trans women taken too soon. In culture, I’ll take you to AIDSWatch on Capitol Hill, celebrate TS Madison’s game-changing Starter House, and gush over trans love in Survival of the Thickest. Let’s get into it, family — because our stories matter. ✊🏾🏳️🌈🎙️ 🗳️ In Politics This...
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Special Edition: A Love Letter to Our Trans Siblings on Transgender Day of Visibility
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Family, Happy Trans Day of Visibility 🏳️⚧️ This episode is unlike anything we've ever done. We handed the mic over to our trans siblings to share messages of love, rage, resilience, and hope. From powerful testimonies to calls for action, 19 voices remind us why visibility matters—and why we must fight for more than survival. In this episode you’ll hear: ✨Natasha Rothwell speaks truth on the GLAAD Honors red carpet ✨The importance of showing up for our trans sibs ✨19 heartfelt messages from trans sibs from across the country 🏳️⚧️ ✨Anna’s Got a...
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Meet Bobbie Lea Bennett: Trans Disability Rights Activist
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In this episode, Anna & Amanda discuss the life and activism of Bobbie Lea Bennett, the first person with a disability ever to receive gender affirming surgery in the United States. In this episode you'll discover: ✅ Why Bobbie drove from San Diego to Washington D.C. to confront President Carter. ✅ What Bobbie did to celebrate her 1974 acceptance into a gender care clinic. ✅ Who referred to Bobbie as "Bionic Woman." This is Queer History Done Right. Undead Voice: https://undeadvoice.com More about Amanda & Yesterqueers Yesterqueers...
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Boston takes a stand, HIV funding is at risk and Doechii does it again with “Anxiety” - March 24, 2025
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Family, it's your favorite queer radio personality, Anna DeShawn, and this is Queer News—your go-to source where race & sexuality meet politics, culture, and entertainment. This week, we celebrate a huge win as Boston declares itself a sanctuary city for trans and queer folks, setting a powerful precedent for protection and inclusion. But while some progress is made, we’re also facing new threats—Trump’s administration is considering devastating cuts to HIV prevention funding, putting lives at risk. Meanwhile, LGBTQ+ veterans discharged under Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell are...
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Meet Jeanne Cordova: Mother of the West Coast LGBTQ Movement
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In this episode, Anna & Amanda have a wide-ranging conversation about Jeanne Córdova and what lessons from her work are most relevant today. Born in Germany and raised in Los Angeles, Jeanne Córdova was the mother of the West Coast LGBTQ movement. In this episode you'll discover: ✅ Why entering a convent helped her realize she was a lesbian ✅ How she became a millionaire ✅ What a lifetime of activism taught her about gender and identity This is Queer History Done Right. 'When We Were Outlaws:' https://bookshop.org/a/86770/9781935226512 More about...
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We remember Amyri Dior, Rep. Sarah McBride stood up to the bullies, and Chappell Roan dropped a lesbian country track - March 17, 2025
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Family, welcome back to Queer News, where we break down the stories that matter to us—because our stories deserve to be heard. This week, we honor Amyri Dior, a Black trans woman whose life was tragically cut short, and we refuse to let her story go untold. In politics, we celebrate comrades who are standing up for our community, from Kentucky’s Governor Andy Beshear’s continued support to Rep. Sarah McBride finally clapping back at those who refuse to respect her identity. Meanwhile, a new Gallup poll confirms what we’ve always known—we’re not just surviving,...
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Meet Ma Rainey: The Unapologetically Queer Mother of the Blues
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In this episode, Anna & Amanda dive deep into the story of Gertrude 'Ma' Rainey, the Mother of the Blues. Born and raised in Alabama, she first took to the stage around the age of 12 and never looked back. Over the course of her nearly 40-year career Ma Rainey subverted every expectation with style and changed the face of American music. In this episode you'll discover: ✅ How Ma Rainey got her name ✅ Who once said that "after performing and working with Ma Rainey there was nowhere to go but to the Lord" ✅ Why Bessie Smith once had to bail Ma Rainey out of jail This is Queer...
info_outlineThis week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn dives into the first chaotic days of the 47th presidency and the real-life impacts on our community. Plus, we’re recapping the Creating Change conference—a true queer refuge in these wild and wicked times. From politics to culture, we've got you covered.
🎙️ Chanting for Change: Creating Change wrapped up with a powerful chant: "What side are you on? I'm on freedom’s side." This year’s conference was a refuge, and I’ll share why it felt like a much-needed brave space.
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The 47th president wasted no time, signing a staggering 26 executive orders on Day 1, targeting LGBTQ rights, climate policies, and more.
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Rep. Emily Randall fights back against transphobic policies with a powerful statement: her office bathroom is now a safe space for all.
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Texas Rep. Venton Jones proposes to his partner on the House floor, proving love always wins.
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Over 2,500 queers took over Las Vegas for the Creating Change conference where the theme was rooted in resistance, love and power.
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GLAAD announces nominees for the 36th annual GLAAD Media Awards — who made the list?
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Unrivaled women's sports league is here, and I made a schedule to make sure you don't miss a game! Subscribe to the Queer News podcast newsletter to get the link. Subscribe here, https://bit.ly/UnrivaledSchedule
📚 Anna's Got a Word: Bishop Mariann Budde made a courageous plea to President Trump — let’s talk about we can harness the same courage in our own lives.
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An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. New pod every Monday by 7am CT.
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