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ItsAQueerThang

Chris And Kaylia

It"s A Queer Thang covers local and national LGBTQ+ issues and events. We focus on politics, civil rights, news and, entertainment. Special guests are featured with interviews focusing on issues relevant to the LGBTQ+ community in Fresno and the Central Valley. Hosted by Chris Jarvis and Kaylia Metcalfe. Queer Thang welcomes viewer input, suggestions. and questions at itsaqueerthang(at)gmail(dot)com.

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00:52:02

Voting Local & Raining Dildos

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2026/04/18

On this episode, Chris and Kaylia interview Monte Forkas, running for Fresno City Council District 1 in Fresno as an openly queer candidate. Then we dive into the 1919 FDR sex sting operation and the statement from the Fresno Arts Council about their recent embezzlement scandal. Then…it's raining dildos against ICE, Queer Kickball, Queer Line Dancing, Aunt Tifa, how to ingest your daily news, Fresno Pride, Porchfest, how to rate crotches, and the 1970’s VS 2026. Enjoy! Monte Forkas can be

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00:50:59

The Chamber and The Gardens (With Scott Miller)

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2026/04/03

Chris and Kaylia interview Scott Miller, owner of Gazebo Gardens and President of the Fresno Chamber of Commerce. We talk local LGBTQ icons, roses, and history, plus he tells us about the Chamber's positive work... including the new LGBTQ Ambassador Committee! Enjoy! Gazebo Gardens: https://gazebogardens1922.com/ Fresno Chamber of Commerce:https://fresnochamber.com/ LGBTQ Ambassador Committee: https://fresnochamber.com/lgbtq-ally/ All our socials are here:

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00:25:34

No Kings Rally March 28, 2026

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2026/03/29

Queer Thang interviews from the front lines of the No Kings rally in North Fresno on Saturday, March 28th, 2026. Listen to our show anywhere you get your podcasts. Our catalogue can be accessed at the following link https://kayliametcalfe.com/about/itsaqueerthang-radio-show Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com GO FUNK BY MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/matrika/go

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00:52:34

Together Across America

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2026/03/21

On this episode we sit down with Robin McGeHee and Cathy Marino Thomas to talk about their project, Together Across America. We also dive into the Rainbow Flag controversy at the Stonewall memorial in NYC, discuss the legacy of Gilbert Baker, and NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani. Let’s come together and bring back American and constitutional values. Enjoy! https://www.togetheracrossamerica.org/ Listen to our show anywhere you get your podcasts. Our catalogue can be accessed at the following link

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00:58:06

Blake Cooper Griffin (Actor/Author) and The Story of...

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2026/03/06

Chris and Kaylia interview actor and activist Blake Cooper Griffin about his debut book, The Story of You: A Life Rewritten. Part memoir, part self-help, the book discusses the importance of writing your own story, with both practical advice and personal stories about Blake's struggles and successes as an out actor who didn't let bullying or conversion therapy determine who he is. The Story of You: A Life Rewritten is available in all the normal book places. Follow Blake on Instagram

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00:49:01

The Queer Is Out There

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2026/02/21

On this episode of It’s A Queer Thang, Chris and Kaylia dive into the RFK Jr & Kid Rock video, conspiracy theories, religion, and visions of Jesus and demons. Then we’re on to UFO’s, Barack Obama, and aliens. We look at the Visalia controversy involving students spelling out a queer slur on their shirts on campus. We talk about student protests and walk outs, Jesse Jackson, the Olympics and the flag controversy at the Stonewall National Monument in New York. Listen to our show anywhere you get

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00:55:30

The Rogue Cant Be Stopped

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2026/02/06

Chris and Kaylia talk about concept albums, queer artists who changed the world, and the fun of live theater. (Plus, you’ll never guess which of us starred in the Nativity!) We also interview Yolanda Serrato from @roguefestival to get all the info you need to enjoy this one-of-a-kind “fringe art festival” right here in Fresno! It's A Queer Thang LinkTree: https://itsaqueerthang.carrd.co/ Webpage home: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Rogue Festival (Program details for this

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00:52:13

Picture This!

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2026/01/17

On our first episode of 2026 we sit down with Michelle Gunn of Michelle Gunn Photo to talk about the queer community and how she has filled a void for wedding, family, and boudoir photography. We also talk about famous historical photographs. Chris and Kaylia dive into the television sensation that is Heated Rivalry, the top sex scenes, and queer sex in media. We move into the show Slo Pitch, women in hockey, the upcoming Olympics and the Supreme Court and Trans athlete rights

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00:47:23

A Glorious, Glittery Queer Christmas

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2025/12/20

Our annual, holiday show! Santa Claus stops by and we get a year end Taylor Swift update from Diana. Kaylia and Chris talk favorite personal moments of 2025, give some easy holiday appetizer suggestions, go over our favorite books, movies and TV for the year, plus the top toys and gifts. We also talk the most interesting world records of the year and share AI versions of Christmas movies and songs. Chris becomes obsessed with Christmas Dad jokes and Kaylia reviews some pop culture moments of the

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01:21:24

Extra! Extra! With Vince Ybarra

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2025/12/05

Chris and Kaylia discuss the state of news and media and then interview ABC30’s Vince Ybarra! The trends of where and how people get their news might surprise you. Plus a fun trip down memory lane with headlines from the Fresno Bee’s first edition! Find Vince Ybarra on Instagram @vinceybarratv Follow our show in all the places: https://itsaqueerthang.carrd.co/ Previous episodes, full sources and the photo of the Fresno Bee’s first edition can be found here:

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00:52:47

Shaping Minds and Shaking Booty's

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2025/11/24

On this episode of It’s A Queer Thang we talk to Robin McGeHee, our local LGBTQ liaison and queer icon, about her involvement in Florida working the Students Rise Up and progressive activism, as well as ICE, how to stand up for your rights and the City Of Fresno LGBTQ grants. Then we bring in Whitney Black with Central Valley Queer Line Dancing about the newly formed group, dancing at the Red Lantern and plans for the future.Kaylia covers queer sports and we talk about the new and openly gay

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01:04:42

Planned Parenthood and the Blue Wave

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2025/11/08

Chris and Kaylia talk to Socorro Santillan, Director of Public Affairs for Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, about how that organization is fighting back against the Trump administration. Plus some happy “blue wave” facts and an update on what the US Supreme Court is doing. All our socials are here: itsaqueerthang.carrd.co/ Past episodes here: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ GO FUNK BY MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/matrika/go and DELOSound Planned Parenthood:

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00:19:44

No Kings Day 2 - Fresno, CA

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2025/10/20

From the No Kings Day 2 rally in Fresno California at Manchester Center on Saturday October 18, 2025. We talk to those attending get their opinions. Listen to our show anywhere you get your podcasts. Our catalogue can be accessed at the following link https://kayliametcalfe.com/about/itsaqueerthang-radio-show/ Facebook: It's a Queer Thang - Podcast Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com

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00:50:39

Prop 50 and the Power of a Showgirl

ItsAQueerThang ·

2025/10/19

Chris and Kaylia welcome Isaac Gudino and Will Johnson to the studio to talk all things Prop 50 (we strongly suggest you vote yes), and then Kaylia gets to gush about Taylor Swift’s new album. Plus a Dennis cameo, the importance of good news, and some fun scientific inventions! Enjoy! All our socials are here: https://itsaqueerthang.carrd.co/ GO FUNK BY MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/matrika/go and Dmitry Taras Sources: www.optic.com www.instagram.com/isaacrgudino Fresno Democrats:

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01:09:00

Big Gay Fun with the IDC

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2025/10/03

Join Chris and Kaylia for a fun fall themed episode where we get the chance to talk to to the current and future Queen Mothers of Fresno's Imperial Dove Court! https://www.instagram.com/imperial_dove_court_de_fresno/ IDC's Linktree: https://shorturl.at/OrINY Listen to our show anywhere you get your podcasts. Our catalogue can be accessed at the following link kayliametcalfe.com/about/itsaqueer…ang-radio-show/ Facebook: It's a Queer Thang - Podcast Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at

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00:53:38

Here Kitty, Kitty

ItsAQueerThang ·

2025/09/21

On this episode we talk to Sophia of Citrene Solar Cleaning about getting your solar panels cleaned and maintained, then we sit down with Beth and Heather from The Cat House on the Kings to talk about what they do and a very cool, upcoming fundraiser. Then Chris and Kaylia take on free speech. Citrene Solar

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01:22:09

Reboots, Real Talk, and Reel Pride

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2025/09/06

Movies Movies Movies! In honor of the upcoming Fresno Reel Pride Film Festival, Chris and Kaylia talk with Gilbert and Mark from the Reel Pride Board, discuss the current state of movies (aka reboots) in the world, and play Kaylia’s new favorite game: Guess The Movie From This Wacky (But Accurate!) Synopsis! Enjoy! Reel Pride website: https://www.reelpride.com/ Previous Episodes: kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: It's a Queer Thang - Podcast Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email

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00:52:09

In Queer We Trust

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2025/08/16

On this episode we talk to Haley White and Miguel Gastelum of Duende Creative House about their new marketing business and the Queer power they’re bringing to the community. Kaylia gives us Labor Day history and the changes in the school year for Back To School talk. We cover a class action suit by trans prisoners in Georgia, the possible overturning of federal same sex marriage and the local tragedy that is Garry Bredefeld, and how you can reach out and speak up about displaying “In God We Trust”

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01:17:12

Coloring Outside The Lines (Color Me Chula and Other...

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2025/08/01

On this episode, we learn new gay slang, talk about some upcoming groundbreaking movies, interview the lovely owners of Color Me Chula, learn some fun facts about Fresno, give a few local restaurant reviews, and then delve into a discussion of performance artists who push the boundaries…. and color outside the lines in all sorts of aggressive and uncomfortable ways! Enjoy! Chad Michales at North Tower Circle / https://youtu.be/qREbg8s5OeU?si=FZyGlr68uA6Wy3vt Color Me Chula on Instagram

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00:50:21

Queer Camping & Jello Shots

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2025/07/19

On the latest episode of the It’s A Queer Thang Podcast we dive into Kampout Fresno, the longest running LGBTQ+ camping event in California. Our special guests are Sherrie Sinclair and Lynda Wilkinson and let’s just say the s**t hits the fan. Plus Kaylia is back and she and Chris talk about the latest art project in Fresno, possibly a new light rail system, the 988 crisis line, drama at the Magnolia Network and gay robots

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