The LA fires are still burning, Meta is allowing hate speech & the Bad Queers podcast 2024 recap with Anna DeShawn - January 13, 2025
Episode description
Anna DeShawn kicks off this episode with the fiery highlights of the year's first days and a heartfelt reflection on recent events that have shaped our community. From the staggering devastation of the LA fires to inspiring tales of resilience, this episode is a blend of activism, community, and laughter.
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Hot Topics:
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Zuckerberg’s alarming rollback on DEI initiatives and allowance of hate speech.
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Mike Johnson's anti-trans bathroom bill at the Capitol and its impact.
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The shocking LA fires—stories of loss, survival, and community support.
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Community Spotlight:
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Introducing HeyFamm, a queer LinkedIn-esque platform providing vital resources for fire relief.
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Bad Queers Annual EOY Review:
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With Kris, Shana, and Anna DeShawn! A fun, nostalgic deep dive into 2024, broken down month by month.
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From Kat Williams' meme-worthy lies on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast to the Angela Bassett & Regina King kiss that broke the internet.
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The Republicans’ culture war tactics dissected—serious discussions with a touch of humor.
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And, of course, the Color Purple drama: Was it "gay enough"?
A quote from Jimmy Carter inspires us to make a difference wherever and however we can.
📅 Don’t Miss This:-
Live Panel on LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 and Beyond:
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Wednesday, 5 PM CST. Moderated by Anna, featuring Chicago’s most dynamic leaders.
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Streaming on E3 Radio’s YouTube channel.
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00:00 - Welcome to Queer News
1:21 - The LA fires are still burning. Here is the HeyFamm resource list, https://www.threads.net/@hey_famm
7:04 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/
7:34 - Join the LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 & Beyond Virtual Panel, https://www.youtube.com/live/IsoL-u2G6EU?si=GBTNhpo3jw7i_vDA
8:13 - Bad Queers 2024 End of the Year Episode
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About Queer News
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.
Edited by Ryan Woodhall.
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