Queer News

Queer News is an Ambie award-winning weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, culture and entertainment. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn, a new pod drops every Monday by 9am CT.

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Trans pioneer Sir Lady Java passes away, LGBTQ politicians win across the country and Durand Bernarr receives first Grammy nomination - November 18, 2024

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn we remember trans pioneer Sir Lady Java. I'm still over this election. Can we start there? But there were a lot of wins by LGBTQ folks across the country so let's run those down. Nex Benedict's school district is found to have violated multiple Title IX violations. A group of fraternity bros decided to commit a hate crime, I'll tell you all about it, and let's talk about the LGBTQ folks nominated for Grammy's. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to the Queer Ne...

Nov 18, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 250

Trump wins again. Now we prepare, protect, and persist. with Mony Ruiz-Velasco of Equality Illinois

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn she digs into the aftermath of Trump's shocking re-election and dissects its implications for the LGBTQ+ community. Anna is pleased to have Mony Ruiz Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois, join us as we explore practical steps to legally and personally protect ourselves and our loved ones. Don't miss this essential discussion on how to prepare, protect, and persist during challenging times. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast 1...

Nov 11, 2024•28 min•Season 3Ep. 249

Election Day is tomorrow, a teacher outs a trans student on Twitter, and an update on the hate crime that took place at Global Black Pride - October 28, 2024

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn there is no bigger story than the presidential election taking place tomorrow. The stakes are high and so it our anxiety. Let's talk about it. In culture and entertainment, a teacher outs a trans student in the UK and gets banned, one of Matthew Shepard's murderers tries to get his sentence reduced, and we have a follow up to the hate crime that took place at Global Black Pride in Atlanta. They know who did it. Let's go! 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to t...

Nov 04, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 248

LGBTQ History Month Special: Hollywood's Best-Kept Secret: The Bisexual Life of Hattie McDaniel

In this special episode join Anna DeShawn and special guest Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers this LGBTQ History Month as they explore the fascinating and groundbreaking life of Hattie McDaniel. We know Hattie was the first Black woman to win an Oscar for her role in Gone With the Wind but what you probably didn't know was that she was bisexual. Tune in to her remarkable journey in old Hollywood and the untold stories of her journey. From her involvement in the secretive Sewing Circle to her f...

Oct 28, 2024•21 min

LGBTQ History Month Special: Amelio Robles: The First Transgender Soldier in Mexican History!

In this special episode join Anna Deshawn and special guest Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers this LGBTQ History Month as they dive into the incredible story of Amelio Robles, the first openly transgender soldier in Mexican military history. Discover how Robles, a Colonel who fought under Zapata, transitioned in the early 20th century and was embraced by his comrades for embodying the epitome of a machismo soldier. In this video, learn how Amelio navigated post-war life, maintained his authent...

Oct 25, 2024•21 min

History is made in the Dime Doe case, LGBTQ veterans get a win, and Raven-Symoné is back on television - October 21, 2024

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn will report on the groundbreaking case of Dime Doe, a Black trans woman whose murder has sparked outrage and demands for justice. In politics, Anna will examine the transphobic comments made by Virginia Senate candidate Hung Cao and celebrate the progress made for LGBTQ+ veterans who were unfairly dismissed under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." And finally, we'll bring you uplifting stories from the world of culture and entertainment, including the rescue of a belo...

Oct 21, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 247

LGBTQ History Month Special: The Untold Story of Matthew Shepard featuring Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers - October 15, 2024

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn and her special guest Amanda W. Timpson, the queer public historian, delve into the complexities of Matthew Shepard's tragic story. They discuss the commonly known narrative of his death and unveil the deeper layers, including issues of drug culture, homophobia, and the misrepresented nuances of his life. This episode is part of a series celebrating LGBTQ History Month by uncovering the histories you didn't know you needed to know. We will cover the: Known S...

Oct 15, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 246

Interview: Discover the stories of 8 trans & non-binary teens in Nico Lang's new book American Teenager - October 7, 2024

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn sits down with award-winning journalist Nico Lange to discuss their book "American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era." Listen in as Nico shares the powerful and diverse stories of trans and non-binary teens across the U.S., the intersections of identity, and the pressing political challenges they face. This episode is a must-listen for understanding the true spectrum of trans experiences in today's world. In addit...

Oct 07, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 245

A Cecilia Gentili update, Thailand makes LGBTQ history, and Boosie's lesbian daughter speaks out about her homophobic dad - September 30, 2024

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn has updates on two top stories that impacted Savannah Ryan Williams in Minneapolis and the legend Cecilia Gentili in New York City. In politics, we are 35 days from election day. In culture and entertainment, Thailand makes LGBTQ history in Souteast Asia and Chicago installs progress flag crosswalks across the city. Anna was there and got to cover the story. Let's go! 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast 1:49 - Leave a Queer News...

Sep 30, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 244

We won best LGBTQ podcast at the Black Podcasting Awards, Kentucky bans conversion therapy and this week the Will & Harper documentary drops on Netflix - September 16, 2024

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn shares her top stories, a 3 month update on Taylor Casey missing in the Bahamas and Queer News winning best LGBTQ podcast at the Black Podcasting Awards. In politics Kentucky bans conversion therapy and Biden makes history appointing the 12th LGBTQ+ judge. Then of course she has your election update as well. In culture & entertainment, we got a queer news tip on the Lesbians Who Tech summit, Sasheer Zamata comes out, and the Will & Harper ...

Sep 23, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 243

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