In this Brothaspeak Podcast #83 we speak to one of the most trail blazing LGBT culture writer/blogger and fellow podcaster around with over 10 million views to his blog. Introducing Ronald Matters. Ronald Matters Ronald Matters is a LGBT culture writer with over 10 million views to his blog RonaldMatters.com. He studied Journalism at the University of Memphis and started the site to share his opinion on things that 'matter' to Black, gay men. Ronald has spoken on panels including the "Black, Gay...
Feb 03, 2019•47 min•Season 8Ep. 83
In this Brothaspeak Podcast, we go back in history for a moment to celebrate the history of a music pioneer by the name Frankie Knuckles. In this episode we talk about Frankie's history, his influence, and his legacy with his best friend and Executive Director of the Frankie Knuckles Foundation, Mr. Fredrick D. Dunson. Frankie Knuckles Foundation The Frankie Knuckles Foundation is a not for profit educational, and cultural organization dedicated to the advancement of Frankie Knuckles’ mission as...
Nov 02, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Season 7Ep. 82
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #81 we talk to XL, one of the top black gay adult entertainment film stars of today. XL has had a great career within the industry since 2012 and he candidly airs all the dirty little secrets out about the industry from a black male's point of view. You don't wanna miss this! XL XXX Adult Model - Photographer - Director Bookings: xladventures@yahoo.com Twitter: @xladventures XL got his start on the sexual side of social media. After moving into the big leagues...
Oct 14, 2018•54 min•Season 7Ep. 81
Time to pull out your notebooks because class is in session! In this Brothaspeak Podcast 80th episode, we decide to educate those marketing novice and business owners on what it means to BRAND yourself. We talk to LEMON BRANDS owner and branding expert, Melvin Browne, to talk about the correct ways to brand your business and yourself, top mistakes entrepreneurs make, and much more. Melvine Browne Managing Director of Lemon Brands with over 8 years of professional experience in merchandising, man...
Oct 07, 2018•45 min•Season 7Ep. 80
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #79, 30-year adult gay film director Chi Chi LaRue discusses NOIR MALE, a new website that breaks free from the stereotypes and conventions of typical interracial gay porn. Blending classic elegance with modern style, Noir Male showcases black men as they deserve to be seen – sensual, sexual and unapologetically fine. Highlights Noir Male How the project came about The mission The models Reception Tag line Chi Chi LaRue Trendsetter and a 30-year gay adult film...
Sep 30, 2018•29 min•Season 7Ep. 79
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode 78, we speak to State Representative Shevrin D. Jones. In this conversation we talk about the current political environment, what it means to be progressive, the job of a state representative, LGBTQ issues, and more. Shevrin D. Jones Shevrin Jones, a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing the 101st District, which includes southeastern Broward County. First elected in 2012, served as the Democratic Deputy Whip from 2014-2016, a...
Sep 24, 2018•33 min•Season 7Ep. 78
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #77 we speak to famed choreographer & director Jamal Sims about his documentary WHEN THE BEAT DROPS , which is a bold and energetic documentary exploring "bucking," a dance subculture popular within the black LGBTQ community in the South. Jamal Sims Jamal Sims is one of today’s most sought after choreographer/directors in the industry. Some of his recent projects include the fifth installment of the Step Up series, the acclaimed Microsoft “Surface/Surface ...
Sep 09, 2018•27 min•Season 7Ep. 77
In the Brothaspeak Podcast episode #76, we speak to Robert Phillipson. On the show we discuss some of his work such as T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness: Queer Blues Divas of the 1920s, and other unknown queer black history. KweliTV KweliTV is an interactive streaming platform that shares the African Diaspora experience through undiscovered documentaries, films, web shows, children’s programming, news and more. Website: www.kweli.tv CLICK HERE Robert Phillipson Robert Philipson is an independent scholar ...
Sep 02, 2018•35 min•Season 7Ep. 76
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #75 we speak with author John Collins talking about his book, God ain't call me Fag. In this interview John conveys his experience in discovering his truth, while in the process relearning and maintaining his relationship with god. Book - God ain't call me Fag This project speaks against praying the gay away. It explores the process of self-love and finding the purpose in who you are. Amazon John Collins - social media IG - @johncollinspresents Facebook - John...
Aug 11, 2018•58 min•Season 7Ep. 75
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #74 we talk to Darnell Moore to discuss his new book, No Ashes in the Fire. In this interview we dive into his creative process, Camden, book tour, and more. Darnell Moore Darnell L. Moore is an writer and activist whose work is informed by anti-racist, feminist, queer of color, and anti-colonial thought and advocacy. TWITTER - @Moore_Darnell IG - @mooredarnell FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/mooredarnell No Ashes in the Fire - Book The book is a brave and...
Aug 05, 2018•24 min•Season 6Ep. 74
Brothaspeak Podcast Episode #73 talks with guest Sarah Toce, LGBTQNation writer, to discuss the new initiative to allow adoption agencies to LEGALLY discriminate against LGBTQ parents. Sarah Toce Sarah currently serves on the boards of the Society of Professional Journalists - Washington Chapter (spjwash), GALECA -The LGBTQ Entertainment Critics Association, writer for LGBTQNation, and is the founder of The Seattle Lesbian and Seattle Women's Pride. www.sarahtoce.com Facebook - @RealSarahToce Tw...
Jul 30, 2018•26 min•Season 6Ep. 73
In our Brothaspeak Podcast episode #72, we interview the president of Black Equity, Inc., Mr. Earl Fowlkes, Jr. to discuss the current state of black lgbt pride events across america and abroad. In this conversation we try to answer all the questions and the future of pride events. Center of Black Equity, Inc. Website: Center of Black Equity, Inc. CBE is an institution committed to supporting leaders, institutions and programs for health, economic and social equity for LGBT people of African des...
Jun 17, 2018•47 min•Season 6Ep. 72
In our 71st podcast episode, we talk to Joshua Luke the Editor-in-Chief of Ebanman Lifestyle Magazine. Luke talks about the publication, pushing the envelope in black LGBT men's category, state of publishing, and more. Ebanman Magazine Website: Ebanman.com IG: ebanmaninc FB: Ebanman Magazine Twitter: @Ebanmaninc Brothaspeak Podcast Brothaspeak Podcast where we interview the innovative, the daring, and the bold while providing informative topics for the black lgbt. www.Brothaspeakpod.net NOW ON E...
Jun 10, 2018•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 71
In this Brothaspeak Podcast 70th episode we explore the life of Jeff Commings, an accomplished black gay swimmer who candidly discusses the ups and downs of being in the closet, how it affected his career, rising back, and the state of being LGBT within major sports. Jeff Commings Twitter: @ jeffswim Career Outline: https://www.usms.org/people/0310T Amazon: CLICK HERE Brothaspeak Podcast Brothaspeak Podcast where we interview the innovative, the daring, and the bold while providing informative t...
Jun 03, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Season 6Ep. 70
Brothaspeak Podcast episode #69 speaks to Lester Matthews aka Newnue. Newnue aka Lester Matthews started as a video blogger with a series as he traveled around America documenting Pride events and community forums providing entertaining content while spreading awareness. Now Newnue continues to give his fans the videos they want to see as he introduced his online reality-TV series “The Circle,” "Sex Tales", "The Gay Bachelor"and more! Listen as we speak to the next Todrick Hall of ratchet youtub...
May 21, 2018•54 min•Season 6Ep. 69
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #68, we explore a dating app called RUMPUR. This app was created for men of color and the ones who love them. Listen as we spoke to the Founder & CEO of RUMPUR, Mr. Garfield Wright. RUMPUR This app was made for the men of color and the ones who love them. Free and clear of racism. IG: rumpur_app Brothaspeak Podcast Brothaspeak Podcast where we interview the innovative, the daring, and the bold while providing informative topics for the black lgbt. www.Brot...
May 12, 2018•58 min•Season 6Ep. 68
In the Brothaspeak podcast episode #67 we interview Jared Walker (Director), Lazarus tate (Actor), and Tiffany Luke (Art Director) about this forbidden love story that truly defines the meaning of ride or die. LAKE WINFIELD About a love story set in the 1860s where interracial relations were seen as forbidden, especially between a slave and the slave master's son. LAKE WINFIELD SOCIAL MEDIA Lake Winfield IG - @lakewinfieldtv Jared Walker IG - @j.walker_music_video_director Lazarus Tate IG - @laz...
May 06, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 67
In this special Brothaspeak Podcast #66, we decided expand our horizons a bit to present our first people of color (POC) episode for a brand new drama series premiering 5/6/2018 on the Starz Network called VIDA. VIDA follows the life of two Mexican-American sisters, Emma and Lyn, from the Eastside of Los Angeles who couldn't be more different or distanced from each other. Circumstances force them to return to their old neighborhood, where they are confronted by the past and shocking truth about ...
Apr 29, 2018•25 min•Season 5Ep. 66
In this 65th episode, Brothaspeak Podcast explores the homosexual history within Africa. We discuss this topic with award winning historian Marc Epprecht. MARC EPPRECHT Marc Epprecht is a professor in the Department of Global Development Studies at Queen's University, Canada. He has consulted and published extensively on the history of gender and sexuality in Africa, including Hungochani: The History of a Dissident Sexuality in Southern Africa (winner of the 2006 Joel Gregory Prize from the Cana...
Apr 20, 2018•57 min•Season 5Ep. 65
In our 64th Brothaspeak Podcast episode, we converse with Political Columnist, activist, speaker, and author Mr. Duvalier Malone about the process of giving a damn. Duvalier Malone Political Columnist Political Researcher Consultant Community Activist Motivational Speaker Email: Duvalierscheduler@gmail.com Contact: (202) 810-9761 Brothaspeak Podcast www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podcast where we interview the innovative, the daring, and the bold while providing informative topics for the bl...
Apr 08, 2018•42 min•Season 5Ep. 64
In this BSP episode, Fly Young Red tells it like it is with no holds barred! FYR talks about everything from his start in the industry, his life being threatened, how the LGBTQ community accepted him, and all the life lessons he learned in the process. Fly Young Red Fly Young Red is an hip hop artist who gained notoriety due to his controversial song " Throw That Boy Pussy ". IG: fly_young_red Twitter: @Red_hustla Soundcloud: CLICK HERE Brothaspeak Podcast www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podc...
Mar 31, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 63
OUT: The Saga A groundbreaking new LGBTQ web series, Out: A Saga, a suspense-thriller crime drama. The series follows an aspiring drag performer who becomes a target in a crime spree that tears the community apart. Friends become enemies and enemies become friends because in this universe nothing is as it appears to be. Directed and edited by Perdell Richardson, an innovative and award-winning creator, director, producer and editor. Aaron Johnson Levy - Creator Gay activist, actor and writer Aar...
Mar 27, 2018•28 min•Season 6Ep. 62
Who is Erica B? In the 61st Brothaspeak Podcast episode, we talk to LGBT indie artist, Erica B. This Indie Hip Hop artist with an Hypnotic R&B Flow has been in the music scene going towards 10 years and she shows no signs of stopping. In her first interview she opens up about her journey, sound, and her life. Erica B. - Social Media Twitter - 1ericab IG - 1.erica.b iTunes - Click Here Pandora - CLICK Here YouTube - CLICK Here Soundcloud - thevisionaryeb Brothaspeak Podcast www.Brothaspeakpod...
Mar 13, 2018•44 min•Season 6Ep. 61
In this 60th episode, we interview creator of the LGBT Arts & Culture Music Festival Mr. Gregory Douglas where he talks about what he has in store for his guest during the memorial day weekend in Punta Cuna, Dominican Republic. LGBT ARTS & CULTURE MUSIC FESTIVAL: This 4 night 5 day festival is scheduled Memorial Day Weekend May 25-29, 2018 at the fabulous Melia Caribe Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The festival caters to professional Gay men and women, allies and supporters of...
Mar 04, 2018•50 min•Season 5Ep. 60
In this Brothaspeak Podcast #59 we learn Who's your Daddy? The term, the misuse, misunderstanding of the title, where it came from, and learn of an organization where can it be used in a highly regarded manner - ONYX DEEP SOUTH. ONYX DEEP SOUTH ONYX Deep South is looking to provide other men of color a safe place to come together and explore more about the leather, kink and fetish community in Florida. ONYX Deep South will provide service and conversations for the men in Florida and The Caribbea...
Feb 25, 2018•44 min•Season 5Ep. 59
In this episode, we speak to Lamont Pierrè about his career, his production company, and his work. Lamont does not fall short of honesty and what he thinks about about the community, his legacy, and the future. Lamont Pierrè A 18-year veteran of the film industry who has produced original, edgy, cinematic & compelling series & films. Most of his work has brought storytelling of the black LGBT to award winning and honorable heights. Lamont Pierrè has been recognized for Outstanding Web Se...
Feb 18, 2018•1 hr 27 min•Season 5Ep. 58
In this Brothaspeak Podcast Interview Richard & Charles, Co-Owners of Lambda Vodka, discuss the birth of a business, how it all got started, and the journey as a couple. Highlights Birth of Lambda Vodka Marriage Trials The Journey & the love Colorbloc Festival Lambda Vodka Twitter - @LambdaVodka Instagram - @Drinklambdavodka www.facebook.com/DrinkLambdaVodka www.lambdavodka.com ( Check out their upcoming events!) Brothaspeak Podcast www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podcast where we dis...
Feb 11, 2018•32 min•Season 5Ep. 57
In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode (#56) we interview pioneer LGBTQ Stand-up comedian, Sampson McCormick, who has been named "One of the Funniest LGBT Comics" by OUT.com and Buzzfeed and has appeared on MTV, BET, OWN, & VICELAND. Sampspon McCormick Sampson McCormick works as a pioneering LGBTQ black stand up comic and writer of comedy album "Shea Butter & Jesus" (his fifth), and a new book of essays " Carefree Black Boy: Essays on Life & Redefining Masculinity " (his third). He also...
Feb 04, 2018•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 56
In this podcast episode, we converse with award winning Journalist and now Author, Chike Frankie Edozien. We discuss the life in africa for the LGBTQ, transitioning to America, career, and the book. HIGHLIGHTS: Career How the book came about To be LGBTQ in Africa Transitioning to America Sharing of storied from his book CHIKE FRANKIE EDOZIEN www.edozien.net Instagram - @livesofgreatmen Twitter - @Livesgreatmen Facebook - Frankie Edozien BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podc...
Jan 28, 2018•39 min•Season 5Ep. 55
In this Brothaspeak Podcast LGBTQ Grind & Hustle Moment, we focus on an entrepreneur within the Black LGBTQ community located in Atlanta, Tao Fi, and CEO of Kai-Tahn Entertainment. TAO FI - CEO OF KAI-TAHN ENTERTAINMENT FACEBOOK - CLICK HERE TWITTER - @Kai_TahnEnt INSTAGRAM - tao_fi BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podcast where we discuss black LGBT issues and topics with humor, honesty, & info INSTAGRAM - @brothaspeakpod FACEBOOK - CLICK HERE TWITTER - @Brothaspea...
Jan 21, 2018•24 min•Season 5Ep. 54
