LGBTQ History Alive! with Ronni and Kelly

Weekly episodes of LGBTQ History!

Vol. 1, Episode 30 - Torie Osborn 07/22/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 30 - Torie Osborn In Episode 30, we meet Torie Osborn, producer of concerts and festivals as part of the Lesbian Feminist Women's Music network of the 1970s and community activist and politician. Listen to Torie and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/32235587

Vol. 1, Episode 29 - Lillian Faderman 07/15/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 29 - Lillian Faderman In Episode 29, we meet Dr. Lillian Faderman, internationally known scholar of lesbian and LGBT history and literature as well as ethnic history and literature. Listen to Lillian and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/32124057

Vol. 1, Episode 28 - Joy Silver 07/08/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 28 - Joy Silver In Episode 28, we meet Joy Silver, an activist, politician, and expert in LGBTQ community housing. Listen to Joy and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/32028287

Vol. 1, Episode 27 - Everlyn Hunter 07/01/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 27 - Everlyn Hunter In Episode 27, we meet Everlyn Hunter, a psychologist and author who's been involved in international LGBTQ human rights. Listen to Everlyn and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31941172

Vol. 1, Episode 26 - Martha Shelley 06/24/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 26 - Martha Shelley In Episode 26, we meet Martha Shelley, activist, writer, and poet best known for her involvement at the Stonewall Riots in 1969 and in lesbian feminist activism. Listen to Martha and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31844702

Vol. 1, Episode 25 - Lisa Middleton 06/17/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 25 - Lisa Middleton In Episode 25, we meet Lisa Middleton, the first openly trans person who served as the Mayor of Palm Springs and is the first openly transgender person elected in California for a non-judicial position. Listen to Lisa and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31752932

Vol. 1, Episode 24 - Aleksa Manila 06/10/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 24 - Aleksa Manila In Episode 24, we meet Aleksa Manila, glamorous gender queer Filipino performer and multiple drag pageant winner. Listen to Aleksa and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31656187

Vol. 1, Episode 23 - Adriaan Van Den Berg 06/03/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 23 - Adriaan Van Den Berg In Episode 23, we meet Adriaan Van Den Berg, a South African LGBTQ journalist and activist. Listen to Adriaan and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31553732

Vol. 1, Episode 22 - Ruth Debra 05/27/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 22 - Ruth Debra In Episode 22, we meet Ruth Debra who defines herself as a radical old lesbian feminist. Listen to Ruth and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at https://ronnisanlo.com/podcasts/ Our previous episodes may be found at https://ronnisanlo.com/podcasts/ Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews with a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! Please support these podcasts with your tax deductible gift: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=MS59FMEHG6RWQ /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31473697

Vol. 1, Episode 21 - Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington 05/20/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 21 - Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington In Episode 21, we meet social justice educator Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington. Listen to Rev. Jamie and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31366997

Vol. 1, Episode 20 - Warren Blumenfeld 05/12/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 20 - Warren Blumenfeld In Episode 20 we meet historian and LGBTQ history professor Dr. Warren Blumenfeld. Listen to Dr. Blumenfeld and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31245947

Vol. 1, Episode 19 - Frieda Saraga 05/06/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 19 - Frieda Saraga In Episode 19, we meet 92 year old Jacksonville, Florida PFLAG Mom Frieda Saraga. Listen to Frieda and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31143333

Vol. 1, Episode 18 - Dr. Bonnie Morris 04/29/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 18 - Dr. Bonnie Morris In Episode 18, we meet lesbian historian and gender studies professor Dr. Bonnie Morris, author of The Disappearing L and frequent speaker on Olivia cruises. Listen to Dr. Bonnie and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/31025108

Vol. 1, Episode 17 - Jorge Valencia 04/22/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 17 - Jorge Valencia In Episode 17, we meet Jorge Valencia, executive director of the Point Foundation that has supported hundreds of LGBTQ college students over the years. Listen to Jorge and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30926653

Vol 1., Episode 16 - Dr. Ronni Sanlo 04/15/2024

Vol 1., Episode 16 - Dr. Ronni Sanlo In Episode 16, we meet Dr. Ronni Sanlo, long-time activist, founder of the award winning Lavender Graduation, and Director Emeritus of the UCLA LGBTQ Center. Listen to Doctor Ronni and the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30818318

Vol 1. Episode 15 - Robin Tyler 04/08/2024

Vol 1. Episode 15 - Robin Tyler In Episode 15, we meet the hilarious comedian and community activist Robin Tyler. Listen to Robin and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30734088

Vol 1., Episode 14 - Judge Rand Hoch 04/01/2024

Vol 1., Episode 14 - Judge Rand Hoch In Episode 14 on Monday, April 1st, we meet Florida Judge Rand Hoch, who has served as Chairman of the Community Advisory Committee for the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, Chairman Pro Tempore of the West Palm Beach Employment Practices Review Committee, and Vice Chair of Florida Stage. He has served on the National Board of Accredited Mediators of the American Mediation Association, the Florida Consumer Federation, Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, the ACLU of Florida, the Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, the Florida Task Force, Compass Gay and Lesbian Community Center, and the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council, which he founded in 1988. Rand has also served on the Editorial Boards of The Florida Bar News and The Florida Bar Journal, as a member of the Palm Beach County Ethics Advisory Committee, and as a member of the Palm Beach County Cultural Council's Business Committee for Culture. Listen to Judge Rand Hoch and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at . Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ he-roes, she-roes, and they-roes with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our fore-parents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30615013

Vol. 1, Episode 13 - Rabbi Lisa Edwards 03/25/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 13 - Rabbi Lisa Edwards In Episode 13 on March 25th, we meet Rabbi Lisa Edwards, Ph.D. Rabbi Lisa has been a Jewish lesbian activist from the pulpit, on the page and on the Web, in the classroom, and the streets of Los Angeles for over two decades. From 1994 until 2019, she served as rabbi of Beth Chayim Chadashim (BCC), “House of New Life,” the first synagogue in the world founded by gays and lesbians [1972], and today is an LGBTQ inclusive, progressive, diverse community celebrating Jewish faith and culture. Listen to Rabbi Lisa and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at https://ronnisanlo.com/podcasts/ Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ he-roes, she-roes and they-roes with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our fore-parents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30532793

Vol. 1, Episode 12 - Col. Dr. Margarethe Cammermeyer 03/18/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 12 - Col. Dr. Margarethe Cammermeyer In Episode 12 on March 18th, we meet Col. Dr. Margarethe Cammermeyer, Norwegian- American military officer who served as a colonel in the Washington National Guard who was discharged for being a lesbian. She became a gay rights activist. Listen to Col. Cammermeyer and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ he-roes, she-roes, and they-roes with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our fore-parents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30423283

Vol. 1, Episode 11 - Art Copleston 03/11/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 11 - Art Copleston In Episode 11 on Monday March 11th, we meet Art Copleston, survivor of the Florida Legislative Investigation Committee’s 1950s lesbian and gay witch hunts at the University of Florida. Listen to Art and the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, she-roes and they-ros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our fore-parents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30323503

Vol. 1, Episode 10 - Leslea Newman 03/04/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 10 - Leslea Newman In Episode 10 on Monday, March 4th, we meet Leslea Newman, author of Heather has Two Mommies and other wonderful banned books. Listen to Leslea and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, she-roes and they-roes with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our fore-parents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30213908

Vol . 1, Episode 9 - Andrea Meyerson 02/26/2024

Vol . 1, Episode 9 - Andrea Meyerson In Episode 9 on Monday, February 26th, we meet Andrea Meyerson, founder of Women on a Roll, Women on the Net, as well as a filmmaker and an exciting lesbian travel business owner. Kelly. Listen to the penultimate lesbian activity director Andrea Meyerson and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Our previous episodes may be found at https://ronnisanlo.com/podcasts/ Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ he-roes, she-roes and they-ros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30101518

Vol. 1, Episode 8 - Tracy Moore 02/19/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 8 - Tracy Moore In Episode 8 on Monday, February 19th, we meet Tracy Moore, Jewish lesbian activist and author of Lesbiot: Interviews with Lesbians in Israel. Tracy worked for such iconic organizations as Lambda Legal Defense Fund and Southern California Public Radio. She served on the board at the ONE Archives Foundation and was a member of the founding board of the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network. Listen to Tracy Moore and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at https://ronnisanlo.com/podcasts/ Our previous episodes may be found at https://ronnisanlo.com/podcasts/ Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ he-roes, she-roes and they-ros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our fore-parents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/30003383

Vol. 1, Episode 7 - Dr. Kelly Watson 02/12/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 7 - Dr. Kelly Watson In Episode 7 on Monday, February 12th, we meet Dr. Kelly Watson who shares the story of Gay AA. Kelly has a long history of working in the recovery field. She's a successful businesswoman, is co-creator of the nonprofit Strait Knot Productions, and she's been an executive producer on a number of films and plays. She's also the co-host of the outstanding podcast LGBTQ History Alive! with Ronni and Kelly. Listen to recovery expert Dr. Kelly Watson and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at Our previous episodes may be found at Each episode shares what happened that week in LGBTQ history, interviews a guest who either made history or documented LGBTQ history, and presents a list of LGBTQ heroes, sheroes and theyros with birthdays that week. It's free and it's fun! Go! Listen! Our foreparents call us to remember! /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29908218

Vol. 1, Episode 6 - Sheila Kuehl 02/05/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 6 - Sheila Kuehl In Episode 6, on Monday, February 5th, we meet Sheila Kuehl, Los Angeles County supervisor and former actress. Sheila was California's first openly LGBT state legislator, having previously served in the California State Senate and the California State Assembly where she was the Assembly's first female speaker pro tem. Listen to the iconic Sheila James Kuehl and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29794098

Vol. 1, Episode 5 - Berit Van Neste 01/29/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 5 - Berit Van Neste In Vol 1, Episode 5, Monday, January 29, we meet Berit Van Neste, doctoral student at the University of South Florida in Tampa, mother of pansexual adult children, daughter of a lesbian (Ronni) who lost custody of her and her brother when they were very young in 1979 Florida, and outspoken LGBTQ ally. Listen to Berit and to the stories of LGBTQ heroes of the week at /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29699528

Vol. 1, Episode 4 - Brian McNaught 01/22/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 4 - Brian McNaught In Vol 1., Episode 3, we meet with Brian McNaught, author, coach, and educator. Brian McNaught, dubbed "the godfather of gay diversity training" by The New York Times, is a prominent corporate diversity consultant specializing in LGBTQ+ issues in the workplace. With over four decades of experience since 1974, McNaught has leveraged his personal journey and expertise as a sexuality educator to address audiences globally. Authoring thirteen books on LGBTQ+ issues, some used as college texts, and featuring in seven DVDs, McNaught's impact extends to professional and university audiences across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Notable clients include Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank, Ford, SONY, and over 200 Colleges/Universities. His LGBTQ educational resource DVDs cover topics like workplace issues, growing up gay, and fostering an inclusive environment. McNaught's written works, such as "On Being Gay" and "Brian McNaught’s Guide on LGBTQ Issues in the Workplace," are widely utilized on college campuses. Beyond his contributions as a consultant and author, McNaught served as the Mayor of Boston's Liaison to the Gay and Lesbian Community during the early 1980s. He conducted a citywide study, coordinated the city's response to the AIDS epidemic, and advised the former Surgeon General on a national sexual health initiative. Brian McNaught holds a B.A in Journalism from Marquette University and is certified by the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). He resides in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, with his husband Ray Struble. Read more here: /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29481343

Vol. 1, Episode 3 - Julie Enzer 01/15/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 3 - Julie Enzer In Vol 1., Episode 3, we meet with Julie Enszer, scholar and poet. In 2022, she had two books forthcoming; Rutgers University Press would publish OutWrite: The Speeches that Shaped LGBTQ Literary Culture in March of 2022 and Nightboat Books will publish Fire-Rimmed Eden: Selected Poems by Lynn Lonidier in June of 2022. Her scholarly book manuscript, A Fine Bind, is a history of lesbian-feminist presses from 1969 until 2009. Her scholarly work has appeared or is forthcoming in Southern Cultures, Journal of Lesbian Studies, American Periodicals, WSQ, and Frontiers. She is the author of four poetry collections, Avowed (Sibling Rivalry Press, 2016), Lilith’s Demons (A Midsummer Night’s Press, 2015), Sisterhood (Sibling Rivalry Press, 2013) and Handmade Love (A Midsummer Night’s Press, 2010). She is editor of The Complete Works of Pat Parker (Sinister Wisdom/A Midsummer Night’s Press, 2016), which won the 2017 Lambda Literary Award for Lesbian Poetry, Sister Love: The Letters of Audre Lorde and Pat Parker 1974-1989 (Sinister Wisdom/A Midsummer Night’s Press, 2018), and Milk & Honey: A Celebration of Jewish Lesbian Poetry (A Midsummer Night’s Press, 2011), which was a finalist for the 2012 Lambda Literary Award in Lesbian Poetry. Enszer has her MFA and PhD from the University of Maryland. She edits and publishes Sinister Wisdom, a multicultural lesbian literary and art journal, and a regular book reviewer for the The Rumpus and Calyx. You can read more of her work at . /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29480788

Vol. 1, Episode 2 - Margy Lesher 01/08/2024

Vol. 1, Episode 2 - Margy Lesher In Vol 1., Episode 2, we meet with Margy Lesher, Executive Director of Lesbian Connection. Lesbian Connection is a bimonthly magazine that has been published since 1974, serving as a worldwide forum for news, ideas, and information by and for lesbians. It operates as a grassroots forum, featuring content contributed by readers. The magazine covers various topics such as places to live and travel, lesbian-friendly accommodations, websites, events, products, legal and real estate services, and more. Additionally, it includes the comic strip "Dykes to Watch Out For" and addresses issues relevant to the lesbian community, including relationships, politics, health, and gay marriage. The magazine sustains itself through voluntary reader donations, and subscriptions are free for all lesbians, aiming to connect the global lesbian community. /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29379358

Vol. 1, Episode 1 - Katie Ullman 12/01/2023

Vol. 1, Episode 1 - Katie Ullman In our inaugural episode, we feature Kate Ullman, a committed LGBT activist and co-founder of The L-Fund. Established in 2012, The L-Fund provides emergency financial aid to cis, trans, and queer-identifying lesbians in the Coachella Valley and beyond. Beyond crisis support, their grants now cover education, health, wellness, and empowerment for lesbian artists. Founded by and for lesbians, they actively collaborate with the wider community to uplift the well-being of our fellow sisters. /episode/index/show/b5cfa27d-318f-441e-b184-a7e62fefa71c/id/29288828

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