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The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah: Mon-Fri: 6AM-10AM PT 9AM-1PM Eastern on CHANNEL Q. Come join us on the first LGBTQ Radio station where we discuss pop culture, news, politics and celebrity interviews with some of the biggest names in Hollywood. We bring a unique perspective as a gay man(AJ) and lesbian(Mikalah) to the world around us and bring a party with a purpose every morning to you!

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11/15 Non-Binary AND Transgender

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/15

Have you ever cropped someone out of a special photo? Mikalah has and the drama honey! Also, we celebrate Trans Awareness week by understanding pronouns and gender dysphoria. Plus, could marriage equality be safe? Ryan Basham joins us! Special Guests: Zyi - nonbinary, they/them. Doc Halligan - Veterinarian Ryan Basham - Political Analyst for Channel Q

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11/14 Is Inflation Finally Coming Down

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/14

Could prices finally be going down? We discuss for Money Monday's. Also, are we celebrating to early? The Senate is looking Blue. Plus, Simon Doonan joins us to talk about his latest book, TRANSFORMER: A Story of Glitter, Glam Rock, & Loving Lou Reed Special Guests: Kathryn Swain - Founder and CEO, LGBTQinvest Ryan Basham - Channel Q Political Analysts Simon Doonan - Author, latest book- TRANSFORMER: A Story of Glitter, Glam Rock, & Loving Lou Reed

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11/11 Mama bear here for her son and all gender forms

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/11

Happy Friyay! Today we highlight a mother who is confronted by a parent questioning the bathroom choice of her child, and we are a huge fan! Dr. James joins us about the importance of colon exams and if you love Disney's Encanto, one of the singers joins us! Special guests: Dr. James Simmons - Dr. Nurse Practitioner @ASKTHENP. Amanda Hambrick Ashcraft – is an avid fan of conversations at the intersections of parenting, politics, race and religion. She’s the founder of Raising Imagination, can be

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Mama Bear

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/11

A mother is confronted by a parent questioning the bathroom choice of her child. The mother, Amanda Hambrick Ashcraft- founder of Raising Imagination is calling in to set the record straight.

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11/10 Finding Warmth with Your Chosen Family

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/10

It is Therapy Thursday, and as we get closer to the holiday's and this time change, you might be feeling a little down. What if you could talk to a stranger about it, we tell you about warmlines. Also, this guy needs advice on how to tell people about why he has a chosen family, and we get the pleasure of talking to Model Olivia Ponton. Special guests: Chaya Grossberg - non-medical consultant for people who are coming off psychiatric medications, author of Freedom From Psychiatric Drugs available

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11/9 A Purple Wave Sweeps America

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/09

We can breath a little, a red wave did not take over America, and the LGBTQ community had many wins in yesterday midterms elections, but where do we stand as a nation. Political expert Ryan Basham breaks down the midterms. Also, would you be down for a nudist cruise? Mikalah is all in, but AJ not so much! Special guest: Ryan Basham - Channel Q Political analyst

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11/8 Last day to Vote!

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/08

Happy midterm elections voting day! We are here for it! Could LGBTQ candidates save democrats today. They’re on the ballot in all 50 state & we’re joined by a member of the Victory Fund to get the lowdown. Also, for What the Health, if you've had COVID, watch out for stroke symptoms. Plus, we highlight a Queer pop artist. Special guests: Sean Meloy, Vice President of Political Programs at The Victory Fund. Ziyad Al - Aly - Chief of Research and Development, VA Saint Louis Health Care

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11/8 F This Time Change

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/07

This time change has us confuse, and we are here to complain about it! Also, One day left to vote so get out there! and Money Monday's, what is infla-dating?! Special guests: Hannah O'Sullivan - Teacher From “Opportunity Knock$” Ryan Basham - Channel Q Political Commentator

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11/4 Man Boobs, They are Not a Big Deal

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/04

Happy Friyay! We made it, and we are ready to celebrate at Palm Spring Pride! Today, on the show we discuss "man boobs" an insecurity many men have and AJ can totally relate! Also, we are getting closer and to the midterms and Ryan Basham reminds us all to vote, plus he has an exclusive interview with Rep. Mark Pocan about the history and future of our community. Plus, so much more! Special guests: Ryan Basham - Political analyst for CHANNEL Q Re. Mark Pocan - American politician and businessman

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11/3 Mentally Preparing for the Holidays

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/03

It's Therapy Thursday, and we are truly preparing ourselves for the stress that is the holidays and our favorite James Guay shares tips to survive. Also, we have fans in Europe and we are so excited to talk to them as they share their experience in the Czech Republic. Plus, a queen is in the house, Latrice Royale! Special guests: James Guay- LMFT Tomas Herzan - A student of Hispanic studies & advocate or LGBTQ+ education & fan of Chanel Q Latrice Royale - Drag Queen superstar

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68:48

11/2 Comparison is the Thief of Joy

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/02

Some crazy topics today! This family turned their dog into a rug after it passed away! Would you do that? Political commentator Richard fowler updates us on were the parties stand before midterm elections. Also, do you really need to cover your computer camera or is that a myth? Special guests: Richard Fowler - Political Commentator. John Young - The Chief Troublemaker for Vantage Technology Consulting Group where he provides technology advice to colleges and universities.

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11/1 Horny for Cleaning

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/11/01

Mikalah is back with a new energy for cleaning! Today we bring awareness to the two-spirt community. We discuss the problem and bully Caitlyn Jenner is to the community and we talk Halloween customs! Special guests: Ryan Basham - Political analyst for Channel Q. Roger Kuhn (Poarch Creek) - Soma-Cultural Psychotherapy, Sex Therapy, and Sexuality Studies.

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10/31 Elon Musk is the New Boogie Man

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/31

Happy Halloween! We get spooky with Shar Jossell! We tell you how to save on holiday travel, as everything seems to be more expensive than ever, on Money Monday. Is there a morning after pill that can actually prevent sexually transmitted infections? Find out! Special guests: James Bikales - Writes for the General Assignment desk and By The Way, The Washington Post's travel destination. Dr. Philip Chan - Brown University infectious disease doctor who directs the largest sexual health clinic in

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The One of a Kind Nina West

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/25

Nina West joins The Morning Beat to talk about her new children's book THE YOU KIND OF KIND (which is blessed and recommended by Country Legend Dolly Parton!) okay honey! THE YOU KIND OF KIND promotes the empowering message of kindness, community, love, and inclusion and we love to see it! Nina also shares her upcoming project with Daniel Radcliffe and how her time as the lead role of Edna Turnblad in the Broadway Musical HAIRSPRAY is going!

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Remembering Leslie Jordan on Channel Q

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/24

Beloved comedian and actor Leslie Jordan, known for his work on “Will and Grace,” died in a single-car crash in Hollywood today. He was 67. We took it back to the archives in memory of Leslie. Here he is in-studio with Jai Rodriguez and Mikalah Gordon talking about his long illustrious career, and his solo show "Over Exposed", that he performed in Palm Springs.

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10/21 Semen Necklaces and Sperm Shortages

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/21

Happy Friyay! Shar Jossell joins AJ as we finish the week! Today we find out that you can make necklaces with semen and that gay people are ban from donating sperm ! Also, a national 'Don't Say Gay' like bill has been introduced to the House, but how is this bill different? We tell you! Special guests: Amber Ferguson - Senior video editor on the Metro desk at The Washington Post. Jo Yurcaba - Reporter, NBC OUT Elizabeth Stanton - Host of WORLD’S FUNNIEST ANIMALS on The CW

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10/20 Sleeping in Separate Beds

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/20

It is Spirit Day and we will always stand with our LGBTQ+ youth and stand against bullying, so rock your PURPLE! It is Therapy Thursday and we today we discuss "sleep divorce", would you sleep in separate beds from your partner? All you need to know about the latest booster shot, and we celebrate Spirit Day! Special guests: Laura J. Britto - Licensed Clinical Social Worker Dr. James Simmons - Doctor Nurse Practitioner @ AsktheNP Anthony Allen Ramos Vice President of Communications &

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10/19 What You Need To Know About Student Loans...

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/19

We are halfway till the weekend! Today we find discuss what people need to know about the student loan forgives application. What would you do if you were losing your vision, this family is inspiring us and is making Mikalah cry! Special guests: Danielle Douglas-Gabriel is a national higher education reporter who covers college affordability, accountability and state and federal financial aid policy at The Washington Post

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10/18 A Queer Man has Gone Straight

The Morning Beat With AJ and Mikalah ·

2022/10/18

Is Hollywood’s new secret to losing weight a quick fix or a quick way to ruin your health? We’re asking Dr. James Simmons. Also, not everyone is on board with the word queer & one gay actor hates it so much, that he’s now calling himself straight. WHAT? Special guests: Dr. James Simmons - Doctor Nurse Practitioner @AsktheNP Doc Halligan - Celebrity Veterinarian

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10/17 Maybe You Should Stay In the Closet?

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2022/10/17

Does getting married make financial sense or is it better to stay single. We as a financial advisor in Money Monday's. A young adult is asking if he should come out to his grandad that is loosing his mind, it's complicated! Plus, singer, ZOLITA joins us and we have 20 questions! Special guests: Jesse Cramer - Works for a fiduciary wealth management firm in Rochester NY and runs a financial literacy website called The Best Interest, nominated for 2022 Personal Finance Blog of the Year. ZOLITA -

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