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This week on\u00a0The Big Gay Radio Show<\/a>, hosts\u00a0Chris Gorman<\/a>,\u00a0Esm\u00e9 Russell<\/a>, and\u00a0Vyn Suazion<\/a>\u00a0were joined by\u00a0Rob Hall<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Gabe Alves<\/a>\u00a0from\u00a0Winter Pride St. Pete<\/a>. 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.<\/p>\n 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\u2019s alternative event, along with Steve Bannon\u2019s recent warnings to MAGA Republicans.<\/p>\n On\u00a0The Big Gay After Show, Chris, Esm\u00e9, and Vyn shifted into a mix of pop culture, politics, and personal stories. Topics ranged from the so-called\u00a0\u201cSugar Daddy Financial Crisis\u201d\u00a0and the wave of\u00a0talk show cancellations to the controversy surrounding\u00a0Donald Trump removing a video depicting the Obamas as apes. In addition, the conversation covered stories like the\u00a0death of an Olive Garden cook, Chris\u2019s recent hospital visit, Hello Kitty revelations, and\u00a0new allegations from Michael Jackson\u2019s former publicist. The episode wrapped up with Esm\u00e9\u2019s review of the film\u00a0Mercy\u00a0and more stories impacting LGBTQIA+ life in Tampa Bay.<\/p>\n WMNF Community Radio and The Big Gay Radio Show are PROUD media partners of this year\u2019s Winter Pride St. Pete Festivities. For more information about their events and volunteer opportunities, click here<\/a>! <\/p>\n Check out the most recent episode of\u00a0The Big Gay Radio Show<\/a>\u00a0here!<\/p>\n Check out The Big Gay After Show, available after 5 PM, February 10th, on\u00a0Spotify<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Apple Podcasts<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"Show](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_3733-1024x1024.jpeg\")
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