This week on The Big Gay Radio Show, hosts Chris Gorman, Esmé Russell, and Vyn Suazion were joined by Rob Hall and Gabe Alves from Winter Pride St. Pete. Hall and Alves shared the history behind Winter Pride St. Pete, outlined the lineup of upcoming events, and emphasized the importance of year-round Pride programming in St. Petersburg. Further, the discussion explored how LGBTQIA+ organizations are adapting and planning for the future amid ongoing fundraising challenges.
The conversation also covered several major headlines from the week, including the abduction of Nancy Guthrie. Further, the hosts unpacked comparisons between the Super Bowl Halftime Show and Turning Point USA’s alternative event, along with Steve Bannon’s recent warnings to MAGA Republicans.
On The Big Gay After Show, Chris, Esmé, and Vyn shifted into a mix of pop culture, politics, and personal stories. Topics ranged from the so-called “Sugar Daddy Financial Crisis” and the wave of talk show cancellations to the controversy surrounding Donald Trump removing a video depicting the Obamas as apes. In addition, the conversation covered stories like the death of an Olive Garden cook, Chris’s recent hospital visit, Hello Kitty revelations, and new allegations from Michael Jackson’s former publicist. The episode wrapped up with Esmé’s review of the film Mercy and more stories impacting LGBTQIA+ life in Tampa Bay.
WMNF Community Radio and The Big Gay Radio Show are PROUD media partners of this year’s Winter Pride St. Pete Festivities. For more information about their events and volunteer opportunities, click here!
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