Near and Queer to My Heart

Getting to know the lives of amazing queer performers. Each episode we interview a different fabulous queer artist. Hosted by Amanda G.

Episode 68 - Maxine Grossman 05/20/2021

Episode 68 - Maxine Grossman Our first international episode! We are joined by writer, actress, stand up comedian Maxine Grossman coming to us from Toronto! Maxine tells us how to speak in a Canadian accent, how stand up changed her life, and why she loves gin and tonics! Stay tuned at the end of the episode for one of Maxine's stand up sets. Connect with Maxine: https://maxine-grossman.com/ Insta @MaxineGrossman Twitter @Maxine_Grossman Connect with us: Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/19183421

Epsiode 67- Denise Winkelman 05/20/2021

Epsiode 67- Denise Winkelman We talk with former pro wrestler and current comedian, fitness model, screenwriter, and actress Denise Winkelman! Denise tells us about her many different journeys - from being raised in northern, northern Minnesota to her pro wrestling days to working in finance to her transition to moving to LA to pursue comedy full-time, she has done it all! Connect with Denise Winkelman: Insta @Denise_Winkelman Twitter @D_Winkelman https://www.denisewinkelman.com/ Connect with us: Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/19182986

Episode 66 - Giovannie Espiritu 04/14/2021

Episode 66 - Giovannie Espiritu In this episode we talk with actress, writer, and filmmaker Giovannie Espiritu about escaping a cult, making it in the business, and figuring out who you are! Connect with Giovannie: DykeCentral on Amazon HollywoodActorsWorkshop.com Connect with Near and Queer to My Heart: Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/18730034

Episode 65 - Lisa Laureta 03/29/2021

Episode 65 - Lisa Laureta Our latest episode features pansexual performer Lisa Laureta. Lisa does it all! She does stand-up, voiceovers, animation, characters, and so much more. Lisa tells us about naked comedy (yes it is a thing and no it is not sexual!), her coming out journey, and learning what happiness means to her. Connect with Lisa Laureta: @LisaLaureta on all socials Connect with Near and Queer to My Heart: Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/18517868

Episode 64 - Bri Castellini 03/27/2021

Episode 64 - Bri Castellini We are back with our newest episode featuring queer indie filmmaker and podcaster Bri Castellini. We talk with Bri about her upcoming move to Los Angeles, her journey to coming out as bi-sexual and asexual, and we somehow land on the topic of the toxicity of white supremacy. This episode has it all! Connect with Bri Castellini: Her short film Ace and Anxious: (view here: ) IMDb page: Website: BriCastellini.com Connect with Near and Queer to My Heart: Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/18493160

Episode 63 - Mikayla Elias 01/15/2021

Episode 63 - Mikayla Elias For our first episode of 2021 we bring you Nashville's finest audio engineer Mikayla Elias! Mikayla shares with us coming out as pansexual, how to talk to Republican relatives (if you must!) and creating your own community wherever you are! Get the behind the scenes on the person running things behind the scenes! Connect with Mikayla: FB/Insta @CrybabyAudioTN Check out her latest production: Social Media with us! Twitter @QueerToMyHeart FB/Insta @NearandQueerToMyHeart Merch link: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=14289 Support this show . /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/17563076

Episode 62 - Sarah Kennedy 01/07/2021

Episode 62 - Sarah Kennedy We had such a blast talking with stand-up comedian Sarah Kennedy! She tells us about squatting in a NYC apartment building, a dating app called Datch, and so much more! Sarah Kennedy has been featured on The Today Show, MTV and SiriusXM, performed in multiple comedy festivals across the country, and was also a finalist in NBC’s Stand-Up For Diversity nationwide comedy contest. She’s published pieces in The Advocate, Reductress, and GO Magazine, among others, and most recently, her original scripts have been performed on the Spec Script Podcast. Check out Sarah's latest project short film which she co-wrote, co-directed, and co-starred in: The Fabulous (Name TBD)s - Connect with Sarah Kennedy! https://sarahkcomedy.com Twitter @SarahKomedy Social Media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Merch link: Support this show . /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/17464790

Episode 61 - Ella Lentini 12/05/2020

Episode 61 - Ella Lentini We are so honored to have filmmaker, actress, writer, advocate and phenomenal human being Ella Lentini join us. Ella discusses queer representation in media, her coming out journey, making films in the time of COVID, and of course her cute puppy! Hosted by Amanda G. Connect with Ella: https://ellalentini.com/ Piece of Cake short film: https://theriotlife.com/film/piece-of-cake/ Social media with us! Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Merch link: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/near-and-queer-to-my-heart?ref_id=14289 /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/17075027

Remembering Lisa Michaels 12/05/2020

Remembering Lisa Michaels The world lost an amazing soul when we lost Lisa Michaels and we are honored to have met her and spoken with her. Lisa was a comedian, storyteller, musician, singer, and overall amazing human being and we won't be the same without her. Please join us as we journey back to our interview with her last year during Queer Fest weekend in Memphis. To learn more about Lisa Michaels' life check out this amazing article from LocalMemphis.com: https://www.localmemphis.com/article/life/people/memphis-mourns-death-of-local-comedian-musician-lgbtq-activist-lisa-michaels/522-de67cc26-a099-49af-aa4e-a6abb6039388 To connect with us: Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Merch: /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/17074991

Support this show! 11/21/2020

Support this show! We work really hard to bring you queer stories and share queer experiences with you and we would love your support in doing this! Check out our supporter page here: Thank you and we love you! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/16902413

Episode 60 - Janet Quinonez 11/21/2020

Episode 60 - Janet Quinonez Join us as we speak with comic and writer Janet Quinonez. Based in LA, Janet tells us about the importance of Latinx and Bisexual representation, her coming out journey, how she stays sane during quarantine and so much more! We have new merch! Great gifts and swag for all occasions! Social Media with us: IG/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Janet Quinonez IG @drunkalogueshow (2nd Wednesdays at The Clubhouse Los Feliz, on hiatus, follow up for updates) Twitter @janetqprice Website YouTube Channel Stand up clip Support this show /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/16902404

Episode 59 - Joan Cox 11/03/2020

Episode 59 - Joan Cox Destiny meets podcast! The universe kept bringing artist Joan Cox into our orbit and we knew we had to interview her! Join us as Joan shares how she found her purpose as an artist, how she goes for her dreams, and how she uses her art to bring beauty and social awareness to the world! Social media with us! Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart Support us on our Supporter Page: https://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/16662656

Episode 58 - Precious Ephemera 10/25/2020

Episode 58 - Precious Ephemera Join us as we talk to the amazing, fabulous Precious Ephemera about yoga, the magic of New Orleans, and so much more! Support our show! https://supporter.acast.com/near-and-queer-to-my-heart Follow us on social media Twitter @QueertoMyHeart Insta/FB @NearandQueertoMyHeart /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/16539599

Support our podcast 10/25/2020

Support our podcast We work really hard to bring you queer stories and share queer experiences with you and we would love your support in doing this! Check out our supporter page here: Thank you and we love you! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/16539569

Episode 57 - Dina Nina Martinez 09/04/2020

Episode 57 - Dina Nina Martinez Join us as we talk with Madison based stand-up comedian Dina Nina Martinez! She tells us about her path to her own spirituality, moving around the country and how she stays positive all the freaking time! Stick around after the interview for one of Dina's hilarious stand-up sets! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/15891758

Episode 56 - Joy Clark 08/07/2020

Episode 56 - Joy Clark This episode we talk with New Orleans musician Joy Clark! Joy tells us about a recent road trip, growing up with not one but two parents who are ministers and her dream of owning a horse! Stay tuned after the interview for Joy's newest song "Here." /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/15526931

Episode 55 - KD Burton 07/25/2020

Episode 55 - KD Burton In this episode we talk with storyteller, musician and artist KD Burton! Join us as KD tells us about staying creative and healthy during quarantine, her love for New Orleans and her days in a college band! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/15350486

Episode 54 - Veronica Garza 06/25/2020

Episode 54 - Veronica Garza Join us as we talk to New York based stand-up comedian Veronica Garza! We nerd out about the future of comedy, staying creative, and finding acceptance in the most unexpected places! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/14967542

Episode 53 - Nicki Nicolai 06/12/2020

Episode 53 - Nicki Nicolai Recorded during quarantine, we talk with drag, burlesque and puplesque performer Nicki Nicolai! Nicki tells us about growing up in a village (yes a village!), how to deal with bullies and their advice on how to produce a show! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/14803784

Episode 52 - Nathan Lane Bryant 05/09/2020

Episode 52 - Nathan Lane Bryant In our first post-COVID recorded episode we talk with the phenomenal drag king and storyteller Nathan Lane Bryant! Nathan teaches us how to say Boise (Boy-see) as we discuss staying in a creative headspace post-COVID, the importance of community, and the coming out journey! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/14350550

Episode 51 - Sally Michelle Jackson 04/24/2020

Episode 51 - Sally Michelle Jackson In our last pre-COVID19 recorded interview, we sit down with author, radio host, and musician Sally Michelle Jackson. Sally tells us about her world travels, her short stint at a breadmaking factory, and learning to live her truth! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/14133473

Episode 50 - Beefcake 04/09/2020

Episode 50 - Beefcake 50 episodes strong and counting! For our 50th episode, we bring you New Orleans drag queen Beefcake! Beefcake shares with us about being in the military, growing up a 90s kid and what drag means to them! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/13927946

Episode 49 - Queer Stand Up Comedian Andrew Ferrara 03/20/2020

Episode 49 - Queer Stand Up Comedian Andrew Ferrara We talk with comedian Andrew Ferrara about overcoming personal tragedy, the responsibility of being a queer performer and where his Brooklyn accent went! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/13623551

Episode 48 - Ant Zelda 02/06/2020

Episode 48 - Ant Zelda Welcome Ant Zelda to the podcast! She is a draguate of the New Orleans Drag Workshop and we were so honored to talk with her. She tells us about her adventures with alligators, riding out Hurricane Katrina, dating in the modern world and more! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/13048280

Episode 47 - Tasha Riley 11/30/2019

Episode 47 - Tasha Riley We are so excited to have Tasha Riley joining us! She tells us about being raised as a Jehovah's Witness, finding herself and everything in between! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/12227237

Episode 46 - Judy Reagan 11/15/2019

Episode 46 - Judy Reagan We were so honored to have Judy Reagan on the show. She does improv, stand-up, storytelling, singing, songwriting and so much more! Join us as we discuss whether or not times have changed, her hot dog restaurant and how New Orleans changed her! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/12043937

Episode 45 - Smokestack Lightnin' 10/10/2019

Episode 45 - Smokestack Lightnin' Join us as we sit down with the incredible Smokestack Lightnin'! We talk about Elvis, growing up in Seattle, finding true love and so much more! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/11597648

Episode 44 - Dede Onassis 09/12/2019

Episode 44 - Dede Onassis Meet Dede Onassis! Drag, acting, singing, producing, she does it all! Dede joins us as we dish about Cats (both the musical and the animal), Patti Lupone, redefining bravery and so much more! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/11231063

Episode 43 - Greg Nacozy 08/26/2019

Episode 43 - Greg Nacozy Join us as we sit down with Greg Nacozy and discuss everything from the ups and downs of life as a teacher in a problematic school setting to being a music video dancer to finding his calling as a clown! Yes, a clown! /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/11006993

Episode 42 - Nekia Hampton 08/09/2019

Episode 42 - Nekia Hampton While in New Orleans for the Black Girl Giggles comedy festival, Nekia Hampton stopped by our podcast for an interview! We go deep! Nekia tells us about moving across country, starting over and her comedy roots! Hosted and produced by Amanda G. /episode/index/show/nearandqueertomyheart/id/10842182

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