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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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00:50:04

Holiday Memories, Looking Back & Looking Forward

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2023/12/16

Chris and Kaylia take center stage for the last show of 2023. We talk about the year behind, the year ahead, holiday memories, movies, gifts and more... 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 MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat (free for

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01:37:42

Doctor Who, Christmas Yule, and A World AIDS Day Redux

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2023/12/01

Chris and Kaylia start this month of holidays with a fun conversation about Hallmark movies, woke Sci-fi, and family traditions. Then we use our own time machine to bring you a 2019 discussion of And The Band Played On in honor of World AIDS Day. 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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01:00:36

A Librarian, A Politician, Drag Kings & A Quickie...

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2023/11/19

On this episode our guests are Fresno State Librarian Ginny Barnes, Politician Dion Bourdase, and Bella with the Be True To You Drag Festival. Plus good news and bad news and we finally, finally talk Taylor Swift. https://www.facebook.com/fresnosdragfestival https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Departments/Board-of-Supervisors https://library.fresnostate.edu/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is a part

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01:09:30

The Little Queer Library Vs The Board of Supervisors

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2023/11/03

In this episode, we talk about PFLAG, the EOC’s new Little Queer Library, and the upcoming County Board of Supervisors resolution which is an overreach of epic proportions. Plus some post-Halloween fun and Kaylia has Thanksgiving jokes! Enjoy! Show notes: Pflag Fresno on Instagram/ @/pflag_fresno/ Little Queer Library Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1CNISO42V8U0K/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex The full resolution for the Fresno BOS:

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00:54:43

Superhero Powers & A Home Of Our Own

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2023/10/21

On this episode our guests Alicia Arakelian and Amy Braun talk about the LGBTQ Real Estate Alliance. Kaylia and Chris talk about The Living Room, A Rainbow Wonderland, The Bass Lake School District, the Fresno LGBTQ+ Town Hall and Round Table, and Upcoming Events including the PFLAG Library and the Qistory Swap Meet. Lots going on...enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/lgbtqrealliance/ https://westcare.com/page/where-we-serve_CA https://www.facebook.com/TheLivingRoomFresno/

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00:46:01

Robin McGeHee Goes To City Hall

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2023/10/16

Chris and Kaylia talk to Robin McGeHee, Fresno’s newly appointed LGBTQ Liasian, about this new community relations post, what it means for the community, and how City Hall is working to make the idea of “One Fresno” a reality. Full backlog of episodes: kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Insta/Twitter: @kmma_media Music by Sergio Prosvirini from Pixabay and #Uppbeat (free for

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01:13:45

Our Books, Our Voices, & Our Visibility

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2023/10/06

Special Guest James joins Chris and Kaylia to talk about some of the most banned and challenged books in the US. We discuss: All Boys Aren’t Blue, Gender Queer, Looking for Alaska, The Kite Runner, This Book is Gay, The Hate U Give, The Bluest Eye… and more! Full backlog of episodes: https://kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Insta/Twitter: @kmma_media Music from #Uppbeat (free

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01:19:17

Pumkpin Spice and A Storm of Parental Rights

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2023/09/29

Chris and Kaylia talk with Nick Serafin from Santa Clara School of Law about the rise of “Parental Rights” cases sweeping school boards and city councils across the nation… including our very own Clovis. Chris reports on what is going on in the town next door, we talk about fall foods, and yes, Kaylia tells you more about kickball. Nick's Slate Op Ed: https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2022/11/parental-rights-gop-lgbtq-youth-lies.html Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be

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00:59:49

The Story of Chloe Anne Lacey

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2023/09/24

In this special episode, we talk with Allison about her daughter Chloe's life and tragic death. Please note, that this episode contains a discussion of self-harm, death by suicide, and gun violence. The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ Suicide Prevention Help 24/7 TEXT or Call: 988 Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com Insta/Twitter: @kmma_media Music by Ashot Danielyan from Pixabay

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01:08:09

A Walk In The Park, A Festival in Visalia, and...

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2023/09/22

In this episode, we talk to Nick Vargas about Pride Visalia and Carlene Mendez from The Living Room about Fresno’s AIDS Walk. Plus new terms, national news, Boebert’s new low, and we set the record for the number of times we can say “kickball” (drink responsibly). Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s

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00:52:29

A Campfire, Some Parents & A Problem

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2023/09/16

We talk about Kampout 2023, Clovis Unified School District, gender queer kids, health care, and Foghorn Leghorn speaks for himself. Our guests are Cy Hiyane of Clovis Unified and Melanie Reno from Kaiser Permanente. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media

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01:34:34

The Possible, Maybe, Farewell Tour Of The Fabulous...

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2023/09/08

In this episode, Kaylia and Chris recap the lively Clovis City Council Meeting regarding the suggestion of book censorship, chat with Kathleen Reyna of Fresno’s Reel Pride Film Festival, and grill the fabulous Leilani Price about her retirement. Plus our Halloween Watch with Chris and what is the actual meaning of a Whopper? Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and

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01:35:40

All Boys Aren't Blue and All Lawsuits Aren't Equal...

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2023/09/01

In this episode, Chris and Kaylia tackle the idea of book bans. Featuring an interview with “All Boys Aren’t Blue” author George M. Johnson, we talk about race, gender, censorship, and being one’s authentic self. We also chat with Nadine Farid Johnson, a PEN America lawyer, who breaks down some of the legal and long-term censorship issues in school libraries. Plus “death months,” “throbbing members,” and the “danger” of joyful gay sex. Enjoy! Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show

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00:54:34

Coming Together & Earning Our Cookies

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2023/08/19

Our guests include family counselor April Taylor Salery, as well as Arien Reed and Carlos Lopez, both transgender community members. We interview Kim Hensley of Ohio about transgender family experiences and coming together to support each other. Afterwards we talk to Taylor Poisall with the Red Cross about the recent changes to FDA rules which will allow gay men to donate blood. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at

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01:39:20

Identity, SciFi, Cucumber Vodka, and Queer Cowboys

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2023/08/04

Join us for headlines, gay country bops, book and TV recommendations, and plenty of laughs along the way as we get distracted by our summer drinks... Plus two interviews about families coming to terms with a transgender child. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA

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00:48:05

Barbie & The Supreme Court

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2023/07/22

On this episode we talk about the fabulous Barbie, the festive Monterey Pride Parade, PFLAG, supportive families, as well as an exclusive interview with Bradley W. Joondeph of the Santa Clara University School of Law regarding recent Supreme Court rulings that directly affect the LGBTQ+ community. Back catalog of episodes and more extensive show notes can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at

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01:27:25

The Power of Politics, Pyrotechnics, and Pride - Plus...

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2023/07/07

In this overstuffed episode we talk about the hypocrisy of some of our local politicians, the recent Rainbow Day event at the Fresno Zoo, the importance of the rainbow flag, allyship, and coming out... AND we feature a great interview with LGBTQ ally Congressman Jim Costa who joins us to talk about his support for our community as well as some of his plans for the future of the Central Valley. And of course, Kaylia has book recommendations, Chris calls himself old and we say the word "kickball" at

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00:54:18

The Rainbow Bulldog

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2023/06/30

Our interview with Dr. Peter Robertson of California State University Fresno. It's our final 2023 Pride interview and it's packed! Enjoy! Back catalog of episodes of It’s A Queer Thang can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media Network. Insta/Twitter: @kmma_media CHIC BY AAVIRRAL Music from #Uppbeat (free for

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00:42:55

Cruisin' The Castro

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2023/06/28

We interview Kathy Amendola who owns and operates Cruisin' The Castro Walking Tours in San Francisco. She shares the history of the Castro and the importance of keeping up with LGBTQ+ history. PLUS Chris and Kaylia talk about their experiences as well as action figures with ample assets... https://cruisinthecastro.com/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media Network. Insta/Twitter:

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01:25:50

Scary Stories From Tennessee

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2023/06/22

In this jam packed episode we interview two drag performers in Tennessee, home of some of the most controversial drag bans in the states. Join us as we talk to Harri Scary and Story VanNess about doing drag in the Bible Belt… plus some drag history, new vocabulary for both of us, and a whole episode with no mention of kickball! Back catalog of episodes of It’s A Queer Thang can be found at www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and Insta

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