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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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00:54:06

Local Politics, CA Propositions & Westboro Baptist...

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2024/10/19

On this episode we talk to James Martinez and Tyler Mackey about James' local campaign and a controversial mailer, Will Johnson schools us on the California propositions and we discuss the upcoming appearance of the Westboro Baptist Church here in Fresno.https://www.martinez4fusd.com/ https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-bill-rights https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Westboro_Baptist_Church Sources and past episodes at

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01:28:14

Endorsement Supernova and Real Talk with Republican...

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2024/10/04

We talk Halloween, the VP debate, the issues with celebrity endorsements, and local events. Plus we interview Republican Nick Richardson who is running for Fresno City Council District 6. And of course, we have a quiz and a few laughs along the way.Sources and past episodes at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ www.facebook.com/nicksgotmy6/ www.facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com

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00:58:59

A Queer Campaign and A Murder in Texas

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2024/09/21

On this episode we talk to Doug Greco, who is running to be the first gay Mayor of Austin, Texas. Then we dive into his book about the homophobic murder of one of his former students, an out, vibrant lesbian community member. We move on to suicide prevention month, the Reel Pride Film Festival, local events, pickle balls, and the conflict between Taylor Swift and the candidates.

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01:20:14

Let's Go To The Movies: Queer Film Festivals

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2024/09/06

Chris and Kaylia talk to Robby Kendall from the Silicon Valley Queer Film Festival and Augie Blancas from the Fresno Reel Pride Film Festival. Plus queer movie trivia and Chris sings a delightful ditty!SVQFF: https://filmfreeway.com/SiliconValleyQueerFilmFestival FRPFF: https://www.reelpride.com/ Music by Yurii Semchyshyn from Pixabay GO FUNK BY MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/matrika/go Previous episodes: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook /

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00:51:44

Sound For The People and Kampout 2024

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2024/08/17

On this episode we talk to Charah Coleman with Sound For the People about sound therapy and community relaxation, Sheri Sinclair about this year's Kampout event, then dive into a recap of LGBTQ athletes at the Olympics, plus news and events. Enjoy! https://www.soundforthepeople.com/ https://kampoutfresno.com/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Instagram @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes:

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01:41:59

God, Kamala and the Couch

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2024/08/03

We interview the Unconventional Pastor that is Paul Swearingen about the 1946 The Movie national tour and translating the Bible to demonize homosexuality, dive into the faux outrage of the "Last Supper" during the opening ceremony of The Olympics, PLUS Kamala Harris, the 2024 election, Star Trek, Harley Davidson, Elon Musk and coming out. And we throw ourselves onto the couch with JD Vance.https://www.1946themovie.com/ https://kamalaharris.com/ Facebook:

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00:49:22

Tenant Rights The Olympics & Queers for Beers

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2024/07/21

On this episode Chris and Kaylia talk to Kara Ingram of Central Valley Rainbow Renters about tenant laws and rights in Fresno, then discuss donating blood, the Tioga Brewing / Queers for Beers incident, the Drag PAC working for voters, Project 2025 and the 2024 Olympics, what is a sport and what is a game?https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005590114104763 https://www.facebook.com/groups/SlumlordsInFresno https://www.tiktok.com/@morgon.forthepeople/video/7389697298193943854 Facebook:

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01:17:12

Blockbusters, Summer Cocktails & Protest Poop

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2024/07/06

Kaylia and Chris get into the summer season discussing movie blockbusters, summer cocktails, ways to beat the heat, queer news, and the summer Olympics. We also have another LGBTQ+ business interview with Christopher Fiffe and Lawrence Luna from the Intrinsic Salon. Enjoy!https://www.intrinsicsalon.com Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Instagram @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes:

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00:51:36

BlaQueer, Star Trek & The 10 Commandments

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2024/06/23

We have a great conversation with Deanna and Mija from BlaQueer Fresno, then Kaylia and Chris talk about Louisiana and the 10 Commandments, registering for the draft, the queerness behind Star Trek costuming, Kaylia tries very hard not to curse and we dive into gay porn searches state by state.https://blaqueer.org Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Instagram @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes:

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01:38:43

Pride, Prejudice, Queens, and Quims

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2024/06/07

This jam-packed episode includes our Fresno Pride recap, local events, an interview with drag queen goddess Maxine LaQueene, and some new (and old) naughty vocabulary words. Enjoy!Full episode back catalog can be found here: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Scholastic resource guide: https://www.scholastic.com/content/dam/scholastic/educators/discussion-guides/read-with-pride-disc-guide.pdf Maxine LaQueene on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theonlymaxine/?hl=en Find us on

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00:48:41

The Power & Diversity Of PRIDE

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2024/05/18

We start the show with Nasreen Michelle Johnson who is running for re-election to the State Center Community College District and then on to Bryan Cauwels with the Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade & Festival for all the details on this year's event. Chris & Kaylia also go over the latest LGBTQ+ news and drama.https://johnsonfortrustee.com https://www.fresnorainbowpride.com Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Instagram @itsaqueerthang Email us at

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01:18:58

Coming Out Strong: Madera, Methodists, and More! (May...

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2024/05/03

We discuss Methodists, the new Madera LGBTQ Community, and May Day! Plus news, local events, and -yes- a new vocabulary word!Instagram @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes: www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Madera LGBTQ Community: https://www.instagram.com/maderacoalition_lgbtq/

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00:49:06

Acronyms, Social Media, Taylor, Beyonce, Sports, 4-20...

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2024/04/21

On this episode we talk to Mandalyn Castanon of Castanon Counseling about LGBTQ+ therapy, and we dive into social media, ASMR, Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Miley Cyrus, Sports and the origin of 4-20. Enjoy!www.castanoncounseling.com https://www.facebook.com/castanoncounseling All past episodes: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is a part of the KMMA Media

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01:17:18

LGBTQ+ Immigration, Trans Day Of Visibility & Batman...

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2024/04/05

Our special guest this week is Adam Ryan Chang from Oasis Legal Services to talk about LGBTQ+ immigration. We also discuss Easter and Transgender Day of Visibility, Spring Equinox, our current streaming fixations and the books we're reading, with sarcasm and sapphic detectives. Enjoy!https://www.oasislegalservices.org/ https://www.metroweekly.com/2024/04/sacramento-is-now-a-sanctuary-city-for-transgender-people/ https://cis.org/Map-Sanctuary-Cities-Counties-and-States All past episodes:

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00:52:15

Women's History Month

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2024/03/17

We highlight Women's History Month with our special guest Marsha Conant. We talk women in history, diapragms, equal rights, transgender rights, the tragedy of Nex Benedict and how far abortion restrictions can go.All past episodes: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is a part of the KMMA Media Network. Insta/Twitter: @kmma_media GO FUNK BY

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01:12:11

The Villains

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2024/03/01

Chris and Kaylia talk about Villains from the magical to the political as we prepare for a huge Rainbow Pride fundraiser. We interview Mizz Stolengoodz and Allen Wrench, talk about see-through uniforms, and Kaylia hopelessly fails Chris’ movie quiz. Plus our very own drag names! Enjoy! Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes: www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ It’s A Queer Thang is a production of

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01:18:07

A Queer Crush, Democratic Power, Gay Bars & the Error...

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2024/02/17

With guest co-host James Hensley, we talk climbing with Lisa from Queer Crush, the power of Democrats with Patricia Brown, the importance of gay bars, and how we check ourselves with pre-judge others.Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes: www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ GO FUNK BY MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/matrika/go - funk License code:

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01:13:15

An Italian, A Politician, and A Groundhog

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2024/02/02

We talk to Rocco Paolilli from Ovidio's Restaurant and Bryce Herrera -candidate for Board of Supervisors District 2. Plus, there is some talk of Taylor Swift and politics, and then Kaylia gives us all a mini history lesson about how a miracle abortion led us to the magical rodent who predicts the future. Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Previous episodes: www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Music

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00:51:01

The BS of the BOS with Jen Cruz

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2024/01/20

Our special guest for this episode is Jen Cruz, who is running for the Fresno County Board Of Supervisors in District 5. We review the LGBTQ Caucus meeting at the Tower Theater and talk pizza, Madonna, book bans in Florida, and sodomy. All past episodes: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is a part of the KMMA Media Network. Insta/Twitter:

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01:17:01

Vulvas and Valentines

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2024/01/12

Book Banning Lawsuit Update, Good/Bad News, Professional Womens Hockey, Interview with James from D&L Roses... plus the infamous vulva dress with bonus information you might have missed in all the Golden Globe excitement. What a way to start the year!

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