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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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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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00:52:55

Queer Reps, Liaisons and Spaces, Oh My!

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2023/06/17

Our guests on this episode include Jen Cruz with the EOC LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Robin McGehee talking about the push to get an LGBTQ+ liaison in the city of Fresno, and Annalisa Perea from the Fresno City Council. 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:

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00:56:10

Drag Me To Dayton, Ms Demure!

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2023/06/14

Chris and Kaylia talk with the queen of Dayton’s public access TV: the one and only, Ms Demure! We talk drag on TV (with kids), the struggles of the rainbow community, how everything is connected to Dayton Ohio, how comedy is subjective, and the importance of keeping up the good fight. 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

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00:51:23

Interview With The Amazing Ada Vox!

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2023/06/09

In this episode Chris and Kaylia talk to the phenomenal Ada Vox about being a singing drag performer, the current backlash against drag, and finding your way. Plus our regular chit chat and a bit about Pride! Enjoy! Ada Vox can be found on insta @adavox and at www.adavoxofficial.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: @kmma_media CHIC BY AAVIRRAL Music from

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01:13:46

Working The Drag Brunches

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2023/06/02

In our first of many PRIDE episodes this month, we talk to three local businesses about drag brunches and supporting the LGBTQ Community. Vibez Lounge / https://www.vibezlounge.com/ Central Star Marketing / https://www.instagram.com/centralstarmarketing/ Fresno Breakfast House / https://www.fresnobreakfasthouse.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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00:44:46

Pride Runs Rampant

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2023/05/20

On our May 19th, 2023 episode we talk to Bryan Cauwels, Tracie Cisneros and Kaede Coronado-Acuna about the 2023 Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival. Then Chris and Kaylia go over the latest on Pride in Fresno, the Pride Night at the Chaffee Zoo, the LA Dodgers and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and more LGBTQ+ news across the country. Enjoy! Fresno Rainbow Pride https://www.fresnorainbowpride.com/ Pride Night at the Zoo https://www.facebook.com/fresnochaffeezoo Fresno Chaffee Zoo

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01:09:11

My Cat Wore A Dress To The Walkout

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2023/05/05

In this episode Chris and Kaylia talk to Paige Wilson (illustrator of My Cat Fred Wears A Skirt), Bobbie Jo Mendez (Need The Bucks Baseball Pride Night in LA), and Robin McGehee (Florida student walk out). Plus our segment on “What to read / What to watch,” a tease about our next episode and some laughs along the way. 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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00:51:17

Cats, Church, Sports and Civil Rights

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2023/04/23

Join us on this episode with our guests Katrina and Emilee, authors of My Cat Fred Wears A Skirt, Pastor Bill Knezovich of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Fresno, Lara from Out Loud Sports and interviews from the abortion rally in Fresno by Planned Parenthood. https://www.amazon.com/My-Cat-Fred-Wears-Skirt/dp/1637555881/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VS4US5WBJB1F&keywords=my+cat+fred+wears+a+skirt&qid=1682209085&sprefix=my+cat+wea%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-1 https://instagram.com/mycatfredwearsaskirt

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01:11:11

Rally And Relax

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2023/04/09

Chris and Kaylia expand the show with an extra episode every month. On this episode we talk politics, books and movies, and share the Transgender Day Of Visibility Rally in Fresno. Enjoy! Find us on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/itsaqueerthang and email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It’s a Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media Network. Instagram @kmma_media and twitter @kmma_media Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: AFMRYLKSNQGPTHXJ

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01:22:27

RAW Visibility and Revolution

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2023/03/19

Our March 17th, 2023 show featuring interviews with Naomi Henrix of RAW Fresno, Dr. Katherine Fobear of Fresno State on Trans Day Of Visibility and author Lillian Faderman, discussing her books Woman - The American History of an Idea and The Gay Revolution the Story of the Struggle. Plus St. Patty's Day, Woman's History Month, and our "You Suck/You Rock" segment! Follow us on Instagram @itsaqueerthang Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Website:

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01:02:47

A Little Wine, A Little Poetry, A Little Romance

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2023/02/18

Our February 2023 episode with guests Anna Marie Dos Remedios of the Idle Hour Winery and Queens Inn By The River in Oakhurst, Poet Laureate S Bryan Medina and author Bryan T Clark. Follow us on Instagram @itsaqueerthang Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsaqueerthang Website: www.kmmamedia.com/podcasts/its-a-queer-thang/ Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com It's A Queer Thang is part of the KMMA Media Podcast

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00:50:11

Go West and Stop The Hate

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2023/01/22

This episode covers the topic of hate crimes, specifically toward the LGBTQ+ community. Our guests include Fresno Police Chief Paco Balderrama, US Attorney Phillip Talbert with the Department of Justice, Daren Miller with the Stop The Hate Town Hall plus Dr. Katherine Fobear of California State University Fresno discussing the new LGBTQ+ minor at the university and the upcoming fundraiser "A Love Letter To Fresno's Queer

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00:55:16

Protests, Flags & The Whitehouse

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2022/12/19

Our Christmas episode, Friday December 16th 2022. We cover the Proud Boys protesting the Fresno Drag Festival, a family friendly event. We also cover the Sanger School Board Meeting, discussing the banning the Rainbow Pride Flag from classrooms. We also talk to Robin and Karen Johnston McGeHee about their trip to the White House to witness the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act. Kaylia interviews Selena Van Horn from Fresno State who is working toward teacher's creating equity and

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