An angry mob has formed online to condemn Amy and Samy Bouzaglatell over their bistro Amy's Baking Company, which was recently featured on the reality TV show Kitchen Nightmares. Today the adorable comedian Meredith Kachel joins us to talk about negative criticism, why it's easier for everyone to dish it than to take it, how to give someone negative feedback so they’ll listen and how to grow as a person when you feel you're being attacked. …

People are madly in love with their coffee. Over half of all Americans start their day with a cup of coffee and many of those folks drink at least two cups every day. Today comedian and barista Ever Mainard joins us to talk about her hair raising adventures working at a 24 hour coffee shop, why heroin addicts love to shoot up in their bathrooms and why hipsters hate on Starbucks so damn much.…

A vibrant gay scene is blossoming in India which for years was held back by the horrible legacy of British colonial rule. Now change is finally happening thanks to people like Prince Manvendra, who has been leading the way for equality. Today His Royal Highness Prince Manvendra joins us in person to talk about the progress for equality in India and his new organization Ekta Transglobal.…

Oh sweet surrender! Whether it’s gristly doom or erotic orgasm, the buildup of tension and release is universal to pleasure. And that is why I put on my special black spandex outfit for you today! (Laughing maniacally). We’re thrilled to present 50 Shades of Halloween: sexy gay tales of terror complete with monsters, ghosts, murderers, zombies, all downright evil bitches, read to you by some of our favorite guests.…

Richard Pryor is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comedians of all time. He changed comedy forever with his dark humor which was an authentic reflection of the bordello he grew up in. It was much to our delight to find out that his first born son, Richard Pryor Jr. grew up to be a fabulous gay man and a fierce drag queen! Join us as Richard Pryor Jr. shares his incredible life story, his father’s struggle with alcohol and drug abuse and overcoming his own problems with addiction.…

Alaska Thunderfuck 5000 may not have won the title of America’s Next Drag Superstar, but there is no sashaying away from the fame and fan base that she’s worked so hard to build. Listen as we chill out with Alaska the day after the coronation and find out what’s next in store for this queen who kicks some serious ice.…

Tonight RuPaul crowns America's Next Drag Superstar. Although Jinkx Monsoon is this season's popular gal, RuPaul might not pick her the winner and instead give the grand prize to Alaska. Today we take you on a behind the scenes of the taping of the season finale, where, like last year, they taped every possible outcome and edited it into one hot delicious show.…

It’s been an incredible year so far for Jinkx Monsoon and Alaska Thunderfuck from RuPaul’s Drag Race. Right now these two drag queens are in the top 3 of this season of Drag Race. One of them will America’s Next Drag Superstar. For those of you that think we are biased, get yourself a HUNTY t shirt and then we'll talk. …

One of the strangest of these etiquette experts was Amy Vanderbilt, who in her book The Amy Vanderbilt Complete Book of Etiquette gave some very unusual advice on relationships, courtesy and money. Today we’re joined by comedy writer Robyn Pennacchia to talk about the advice Amy Vanderbilt gave out back in the 50s which seems strange by today’s standards.…

It takes a village to dress a drag queen. Behind every fierce drag queen there’s an even fiercer queen helping her to look her best. For years Steven Perfidia Kirkham has styled wigs for some of Broadway’s biggest shows and many of your favorite drag queens and entertainers. Today Perfidia, wig stylist to the stars, joins us to talk about all the glorious big wigs from Lady Bunny to RuPaul, and what it was like in the Wigstock and Club Kid scenes of the 90s.…

When The Rocky Horror Picture Show came out in theaters in 1975, it was a flop. Audiences didn’t quite know what to make of the film adaptation of The Rocky Horror Show, a kooky musical that featured Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a mad transexual scientist from outer space who builds himself a sexy Frankenstein monster named Rocky. Today Peaches Christ joins us on a behind the scenes tour of one of the greatest films ever made, the Rocky Horror Picture Show. …

A new study finds that how long your facial hair is can influence how attractive you are to others and that ten days growth is seen as the hottest. Do you agree? Today the fabulously bearded Stephen Leonard and Manny Capozzi join us for a live music session. …

In the 1980s the political attention against drugs was directed towards suburban school children. A lot of money was wasted on celebrity PSAs that ironically got kids to try drugs by putting the idea in their heads in the first place. Today comedian Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at Pee Wee Herman and Clint Eastwood’s Crack Cocaine Ad, Punky Brewster’s Nose Candy and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles rage against turkeys.…

Some jobs men do are inherently sexy. No matter what the guy looks like, some folks get their panties all wet when they discover he’s a fireman or a doctor. For others, what turns them on the most in a man is that he has a jobb at all. Am I right ladies? Today, the very funny Meredith Kachel joins us to take a look at which guys have the sexiest jobs, turning a profession into a pick-up line, and do we find these jobs really sexy, or is it just because hot guys play them on TV?…

The world held its breath as authorities successfully captured the second suspected Boston Marathon Bomber alive on Friday. During the manhunt, FOX news which is neither foxy nor news, misatakenly identified actress and ukulele enthusiast Zooey Deschanel as one of the suspected bombers in a close caption. …

Video blogger Joshua Lindsay created the character of Jonnie Jenkins, a heavy set kid who loved to giggle and sing off key on a whim. Musicians Ke$ha and Katy Perry thought his covers of their songs were cute, and made him an overnight sensation by retweeting his videos. All this fame led Joshua into dangerous territory when he found himself starving in New York City, becoming a slave for a shady online media company that was obsessed with the bitcoin schemes. …

Holy homoerotic undertones Batman! Gay folks sure love comic book superheroes. We all can identify with characters who aren’t like “normal” people and have to hide their secret identities or maybe it’s just their perfect bodies in colorful tight spandex? Today supergeek Brian Sweeney talks about fabulous real gay moments in comic book history.…

Sharon Needles won last year’s RuPaul’s Drag Race and is the most celebrated drag queen from that show. His lover, Alaska Thunderfuck has tried out for the show at least four times and never made it on. This is their first interview together! Listen as Sharon Needles and his lover Alaska Thunderfuck talk about their relationship, their spooky Haus of Haunt and who wears the stilettos around the house.…

Spring is in the air! And so is romance. We know you want to make your lover as happy as you can, so today we’re looking a ways to connect with your loved ones and give them what they need. The she-larious Meredith Kachel is on today’s show to look at how to get the sex you want in your relationship without suffocating your loved one.…

Of all the jobs gay men love to do, being a flight attendant is probably one of the hardest. Everyone thinks they’re just passing out snacks but the reality is that flight attendants are exposed to crazy passengers, terrorist threats, cosmic radiation and many infectious diseases. Today we’re joined by historian Phil Tiemeyer whose new book Plane Queer: Labor, Sexuality, and AIDS in the History of Male Flight Attendants chronicles the fabulous history of men who fly the friendly skies.…

Size queens rejoice! A new study says that when it comes to the size of a man’s penis, size not only matters, but it’s actually what ultimately drove evolution to give humans the largest wangs in the jungle. Today we’re taking a look at penis size and the intriguing study that says that even though bigger is better, there are diminishing returns when it comes to the size of your love rocket. Plus- pitbulls in pantyhose. …

Everybody gets angry sometimes- and then there’s lesbians, who are angry all the time! Women! Am I right, fellas? Seriously, anger is important for everyone. When we can channel our rage effectively, it can become a driving force that can not only change ourselves, but the world. Today, the outrageously funny Sapna Kumar and Brian Sweeney join us to take a look at the cliche of the “angry lesbian.” …

Monica Beverly Hillz's big secret is that she is not from Beverly Hills. Today, Monica Beverly Hillz joins us in person with her gal pal Jade Sotomayor from Season 1 to talk about her remarkable experience on RuPaul’s Drag Race, coming out as transgender on the show and how her relationship with her mom has changed.…

Since the origins of house music in Chicago in the early 80s, Screaming Rachael Cain has been its most vocal champion. And throughout the 90s, Rachael was a big part of the famed Club Kid scene in New York City, where many gay icons got their start. Today Screamin’ Rachael joins us along with her protogé Jorge Cruz to take a look at the legacy of house music and her remarkable life. …

No matter how the Supreme Court rules, everyone is declaring Marriage Equality the winner. Even Time Magazine is getting on the love train by showing real same sex couples smooching on their cover. Today the reliably hilarious Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at the whole Supreme Court Marriage Equality Hearings.…

When it comes to jaw dropping celebrity moments, nobody serves up scandal like musicians. Sex drugs and rock and roll isn’t just a catchphrase, it’s a recipe for outrageousness. Today comedian Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at our favorite moments in music where celebrities lost their minds.…

Everyone, at one point in time, was a sweet innocent child, full of wonder and joy. For many LGBT folks, it’s hard to remember those sweet times in our lives after facing so much hostility simply because we were all “born this way.” Today blogger Paul Vitagliano joins us to talk about his book “Born This Way: Real Stories of Growing up Gay” which showcases photos of kids who grew up to identify as gay.…

Nobody has gotten more mileage out of their one moment in the spotlight on RuPaul’s Drag Race than Mystique Summers, who became a folk hero during a fight by screaming “I’m From Chicago and I Will Whoop Your Ass!” Listen as Mystique Summers whoops our asses on this podcast as she reads those queens that paint orange and fills us in on her whole fight with Morgan McMichaels. …

lthough most people prefer to eat at home, a lot of Americans eat out for every single meal and rarely have any fresh vegetables in their diet. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Cooking at home can be easy, healthy and delicious, when you know how. Today Chef Jaime Laurita, who married to his husband Rich Lane on the Real Housewives of New Jersey shares with us his fabulous food secrets, including his easy recipe for risotto.…

Madonna is a gift that keeps on giving. You could talk about her endlessly and it never gets old. From her awkward sex book photos, to her passion for Kabbalah, to her hatred of hydrangeas, examining Madonna’s many quirks has practically become a full time job for comedian Nadya Ginsburg. Listen today as we chat with Nadya Ginsburg about her new web series Madonnalouges, where she hilariously examines everything about Madonna as Madonna. …

Arggh! When will winter be over? Although spring is just around the corner, many people still feel the winter blues and sleep more, eat more and avoid any social contact. Today we talk about some simple but effective ways to beat the winter blues, with a little help from our friends Meredith Kachel and Brian Sweeney.…

It’s not very often you get to roast fish, let alone roast the queen of all the little fishies, RuPaul herself! Today, Deven Green takes us behind the scenes of her appearance on RuPaul’s Drag Race and what it takes to make comedy gold when reading to filth. Listen as Deven gives us pointers on roasting as we serve some of our very own send-ups of RuPaul– like this one: RuPaul is so old- “You better work” has now become “You better send me the social security check.”…

Everyone loves the Wizard of Oz. More people have seen the 1939 musical than any other film ever. Now 74 years after Dorothy clicked her ruby slippers, Disney is revisiting the story, billing Oz, the Great and Powerful as a prequel. Today we journey to Oz and take a look at why it’s so hard to make a good movie version of the L Frank Baum stories and our review on the new Oz- the Great and disappointing film.…

Most gay men who’ve ever gone on a dating site or hook-up ap are sooner or later asked by someone “are you masculine?” For some guys it’s a befuddling question because their not quite sure how to answer it. Today, we’re talking about masculinity and why it seems to matter a lot to people looking for love or sex. And could your quest for the masculine ideal be blocking you from finding true happiness?…

One of the more fascinating aspects on Sharon Needles’ debut album PG-13 is her collaboration with theremin player Armen Ra. Listen as we talk with Armen Ra from his home in Hollywood about his incredible life, his deep friendship with Amanda Lepore, the death of the New York City nightclub scene in the mid 90s and his friendship with murderer Michael Alig, portrayed in the film Party Monster.…

The 2013 Oscars paid tribute to music in cinema by bringing together actors from three Oscar winning musicals of the last decade — Chicago, Dreamgirls, and Les Miserables Miserable. Joining us today is comedian Rob Anderson to take a look at year's Oscars: Moms are the new beard, Adele and Melissa McCarthy are the same person, and forget about getting on the best or worst dressed list- celebrities now worry if their fashion choices will go viral.…

He may have survived segregation, discrimination and even Hurricane Katrina, but musician Chubby Checker is having the fight of his life to reclaim his name. Chubby Checker is twisting mad over the dubious app that allows you to estimate the size of a man’s penis from his shoe size.…

Before cats ruled the internet, Hollywood had always been in love with all the animals. Like their human counterparts, some of the animals in Hollywood have led pretty awesome lives, but other animal’s stories are filled with exploitation, imposters and depressing deaths.…

Valentine’s day is annoying. It’s just a fake holiday made up by greeting card companies to get you to spend money you don’t have on shit nobody wants. It turns out, despite the risks of broken hearts, STDs and unwanted pregnancy, having sex alone, with a partner or even a group, is actually good for you. Today, we are chatting with the very funny comedian Jessica Halem about why being a whore is actually a healthy thing, and we’ve got science to back it up.…

Taylor Swift used the her opening number at the Grammys to take a pot shot at her ex-boyfriend Harry Styles from the boy-band One Direction. As if we weren’t sick enough of her croaking about her ex-boyfriends as it is, Taylor was put onstage with a bunch of equally annoying clowns. Today Brian Sweeney joins us to dish the dirt on the Grammy’s otherwise know as the awards show for music they play in restaurants, elevators and malls.…

After years of stomping around in heels, Jackie Beat’s pelvis has more fractures in it than her corset. These hips don’t lie- Jackie Beat urgently requires double hip replacement surgery, and she needs your help. Don’t worry Jackie! We have the technology. We can rebuild her into the world's first bionic drag queen. Stronger than she was before- funnier, dirtier, crazier.…

Talk about a perfect job. Comedian Kristen Studard just got done doing an improv murder mystery on a cruise ship where the audience almost always picked her to be the murder victim because her character was a bitch they wanted dead. Listen as Kristen puts on some Southern charm when we get her to prank phone call the Boy Scouts of America who are taking a poll of whether they should admit gays into the tent.…

Everyone is acting a little bit like drag queens these days. With Michelle Obama’s eye roll, female pop divas sick-o-ning costumes and the hit of RuPaul’s Drag Race, drag queens have gone mainstream. Shade has replaced the word diss, hunties! Today we’re joined by film maker, drag queen extraordinaire “ Peaches Christ to talk about movies every drag queen must see- films that inspire and capture the very essence of being a fierce drag queen.…

Since a government coup in 2009, some 87 LGBT Hondurans, including many of their top leaders, have been the victim of a systematic campaign of targeted hate crimes and political assassinations. Today we’re joined by one of Honduras’ LGBT rights leaders, Jose “Pepe” Palacios, who is currently traveling the US speaking about the struggle for equality in Honduras. …

Brrr! A new craze is sweeping the internet during these chilly winter months– people are posing naked for pictures in the snow. The trend started with two British ladies taking pics of themselves in their bra and panties out in the cold and now it’s snowballed, with all sorts of cyber nudists showing of their wintery shrunken private parts in a futile battle against nature.…

Although Tammie Brown was eliminated early on during the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, audiences never forgot this oddball drag queen who seemed to be the spiritual love child of Andy Kaufman and Marlene...…

Every year, Bill Cruz puts together a meaty list of Chicago comedians he’d like to get freaky with. This year many of Chicago’s hunks and skunks of comedy are in an uproar, because many of them felt left out even though they texted him photo of their junk.…

The Internet may have changed everyone’s lives for the better, but sometimes it feels like all these new blogs and social media sites are ruining everything and turning us into awful people. Today, the very funny Brian Sweeney joins us to look at awful behavior we all do on the internet and what we can do to stop it. Why all content creators are slumming it and what the future of your favorite websites will look like. …

Say Cheese! We all try to put our best face forward with our internet profile photos. But sometimes we scare off others with our strange self-pics. Today the deliciously awkward Brian Tiberius Sweeney joins us to look at the strange things people do with their online profile photos and the common mistakes we all make when taking a photo of ourselves.…

Another Glitter Day has come and gone and with the new year comes new fabulous podcasts. But over the holidays a lot happened while we were on vacation home to Puerto Rico. Join us today as we take a first hand look at the gay scene in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Grindr en Español and the true meaning of Glitter Day.…

Our annual holiday series of oddball holiday songs we think deserve a second listen. Join us as we take a look at artists who hastily rebuilt their hit songs overnight into Christmas carols, with hilarious results. …

We're running a little behind on Vol 5 of our annual holiday series so please enjoy “Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, vol. 4″ - a collection of rare, twisted holiday songs that will punch up your eggnog and set your yule log on fire. Christian Dummies, 8-Bit Christmas music, demented parodies and songs about booze. …

The Drag Stars at Sea Cruise sailed out in choppy waters after the cruise line issued a controversial letter requesting passengers to not dress up in drag. After a very heated public outcry, Carnival apologized saying anyone could be as fierce as they wanted on the high seas. Today Michelle Visage from RuPaul’s Drag Race dishes the dirt from the cruise which brought together 1300 fans and most of the queens from the show.…

Even though he’s a gay guy, comedian Thai Rivera likes to work in tough clubs in rural areas rather than in gay friendly places in the city. He’s not alone, many gay comics feel the same way, that gay audiences tend to be the toughest crowds to please.…

They don’t call it the Amazing Race for nothing. Josh Kilmer-Purcell and his partner Brent Ridge beat the odds winning the grand prize of one million dollars, making them the world’s richest and most fabulous goat farmers. Listen to Josh’s moving experience as he tells us about what it took for them to win, the other contestants and how the prize money will literally save their farm.…

Drag queen Sherry Vine spills the tea on her TV variety show She’s Living For It, where she and her drag queen gal pals serve up Carol Burnett realness with some really corny jokes. Listen as Sherry talks about being hand picked to appear on RuPaul’s 1993 Christmas Special, her soul sisterhood with Jackie Beat.…

Everyone in San Francisco loves Peaches Christ’s movie events where she and her drag queen gal pals put on a crazy little show before the screening of a cult film, on time. How does she do it? Listen as we talk about how you too can put on a fabulous show in your neck of the woods, and get all the drag queens to show up on time. …

Like the Oscars, most awards start out as a joke. Our friend comedian Bill Cruz thought it would be hilarious to make a list of the Top Ten Chicago Comedians He’d Like to Fuck This Year. Today Bill Cruz joins us to talk about his magic list and what it takes to get on it, and all the hot news.…

Christmas is so bizarre- the loud colors, the strange rituals and the omnipotent bearded Santa all lend a special psychedelic flavor to the winter months. Listen to our annual collection of lesser known Incredibly Strange Christmas Music. Buy the music and make a trashy Christmas mix CD!…

Christmas music connects us to a sense of childhood wonder and also drives us insane. On today’s special eggnog flavored Feast of Fools we’re taking you sleigh ride of crazy as we play for you some of the most insane, scary, offensive and over the top Christmas themed music.…

Many people dream of having their lives instantly transformed by the power of being a guest on a fabulous talk show. How do you do it? Today we're pulling back the curtain on talk shows and podcasts to share with you the secrets on how to get a talk show by developing the perfect talking points. …

A new craze is sweeping the internet: milking. A video featuring handsome British college men pouring bottles of milk on themselves is going viral, inspiring hundreds of people doing the same pointless thing. Pointless but also kinda hot. With "milking" all the rage, comedian Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at some ridiculous but sexy internet trends that have caught on over the years.…

A new study shows that many guys are not whoring it up in the least bit. What!? Come on guys, your balls aren't going to empty themselves. Today man-whore Brian Sweeney joins us to examine some of the studies that say men aren’t as promiscuous as society thinks they are, and while we may be a bit disappointed, it could be a good thing. …

A man's penis is a remarkable organ, it’s always in motion, expanding and contracting. Comedian Meredith Kachel- who is responsible for many men’s erections joins us to take a look at the mighty wang and explore a ridiculously long list of sexy things to do in between orgasms.…

Some people’s lives are just filled with drama. Maybe it’s just bad luck, or maybe they are attracted to conflict like lesbians are to a vegan potluck. Either way, what do you with life’s horrible experiences says a lot about your character. Today, comedian Caitlin Bergh joins us to talk about her hair-raising experiences with falling in love and working as a social worker.…

Of all our senses, smell may well be the most emotionally powerful. The sweet scented Peaches Christ joins us to talk about smell, and why so many drag queens are so stinky! What causes us to smell so bad, and how to freshen up your costumes, wigs, and your very own body to smell your very best. …

Elmo is innocent! Kevin Clash, the puppeteer who plays Elmo is on a leave of absence from on Sesame Street to deal with accusations of a sexual affair with a 16 year old guy. Will Kevin Clash suffer the same fate as Pee Wee Herman? Joining us is comedian and pop culture junkie Brian Sweeney, that’s Sween Dog to you, to examine what’s behind Elmo-gate, and what similarities his case shares with the downfall of CIA Director David Petraeus.…

We're ready for our close-up! Today we take a look at our faces, what science says about how our faces reveal who we are, and what you can do to flaunt it, or cover it up. How to look your best and figure out what’s inside the book by judging its cover.…

Comedian Eric Oren, a straight identifying guy who loves to play sports, joins us to talk about why his gay teammates are comfortable telling him they are gay, but not publicly. Eric may be in the no homo zone but that didn’t stop him from dressing up as an 80s rocker and writing us a beautiful love poem. Isn't that sweet? …

The very funny Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at early online celebrities, the changing face of media, why RuPaul’s Drag Race is different from most other reality TV shows and why Lady Gaga might be struggling with her weight because of her passion for music.…

Obama wins in a landslide! We like to think it it was our Rainbow Obama Unicorn t-shirts that nailed it for the President. Listen as the awesome Brian Sweeney joins us to take at look at the election results which are thankfully finally over. Plus- Lady Gaga throws Adele under bus and an airport in the UK is using Tina Turner's music to scare off birds. …

If dick will make you slap somebody, then pussy will make you bite their head off. Republican’s have foolishly taken on women’s health and reproductive rights, and it’s going to kick them in the ass. The very funny Meredtih Kachel joins us to see what’s right around the corner on election night.…

A Halloween miracle has happened- George Lucas came to his senses and sold the Star Wars franchise to Disney for a cool $4.5 billion. That's a lot of lightsabers. Today Professor honey bear Zach Lamm joins us to take a look at what this means for Star Wars fans now that Disney owns the franchise. Plus, does this slave girl suit make me look fat? …

Today the fabulous Christian Greenia, the world’s best known Elvira impersonator, joins us to talk about Halloween costumes, what’s hot this year, what’s out and what are some common costume mistakes you should avoid. …

Get ready to cast a spell, a sexy spell that is. Halloween is just days away, so we’ve invited Shivian Balaris — a real-life cute gay witch to help us get into the spirit of...…

The war on Christmas is just right wing propaganda, when in fact there is a very real attack always going towards Halloween. Comedian Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at why the attack on Halloween is bi-partisan, from tea-partiers claiming the holiday is socialist, since you give out free candy to kids to liberal college students launching awareness campaigns against some costumes because they are racist.…

Whether you suspect your partner is cheating, or you’re trying to not get caught picking somebody elses pumpkin, chances are, someday, the chickens will come home to roost. Today the hilarious Manny Capozzi joins us to take a look at the common practice of cheating, why so many people do it and how to save your relationship if you or your loved one finds yourself looking for a little action. …

Movies and reality TV shows trick us into thinking that if we work hard enough, our dreams will come true. We can do anything if we just have the perfect training montage to push that boulder up the hill. Our friend Brian Sweeney just lost his lucrative job working the layaway counter at a retail discount store, but that’s not going to stop him from getting what he wants out of life.…

Drag superstar Sharon Needles joins us to talk about why she did PETA's Halloween ad campaign that asks people to not be flesh eating zombies, her passion for being vegetarian and how to turn chopped up body parts into the ultimate fashion accessory.…

The very funny Meredith Kachel, who knows how to use her street smarts to turn a trick or two to survive in a post-apocalyptic world joins us to talk about how to make it when you are down and out. …

The ghoulish gal from San Francisco, Peaches Christ, joins us to look at the worst Halloween themed films ever made, Paul Lynde’s Halloween TV special and classic films that feature Halloween as a theme.…

We are thrilled to have two of our favorite guests in the home studio- Bruce Vilanch and Ronnie Kroell! Listen as Bruce talks about what happened between him and James Franco at the Oscars and Ronnie gives us the low down on his love life.…

At one point in time comic books, sci-fi and computers were seen as fringe elements. Now, nerd culture is a billion dollar industry- the biggest films, books and expos are all about the geeky things that used to get you beat up. The very funny and expert on everything Brian Sweeney, joins us to talk about what we lose and gain as nerd culture goes mainstream, and how to prepare for when LGBT culture hits the big time.…

Big surprise, gyms are filled with hot guys who for some crazy reason, would rather spend their time working out than paying attention to our desperate attempts for a sexy hook-up. The hilarious and non-professional slut Meredith Kachel to talk about what it takes to lure that man while he’s more focused on lifting weights than getting with you.…

Gay men and boisterous women are natural allies. Our female friends understand us and we both help each other be fabulous. The hilarious Kelsie Huff joins us to talk about the unique friendships gay men and women form. We recently saw Kelsie perform part of her one woman show where she describes battling homophobic mean girls at a Christian bible camp as a teenager with her gay best friend. …

People often think that becoming famous overnight will fill that big gaping hole inside them. But would being on reality TV really make things better for you, or is it just putting your soul on lay-a-way for the devil? Chef Jamie Laurita and his partner Rich Lane, who most recently got married on the Real Housewives of New Jersey join us to talk about the ins and outs of being a reality TV star.…

We’re dishing it up with Michelle Visage, RuPaul’s soul sister, who serves up reality TV judge realness on Drag Race. The pop diva is tied up in our home studio and we’re trying to break her iron will to get her to reveal the secrets of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season Five, and All-Stars.…

The brilliant comedic genius Jet Eveleth joins us to talk about the crazy things acting teachers say as well as actual good advice on finding your voice as a performer and relaxing so you can be as funny as you can. Why messing it up can be the best thing that ever happened to you. And how being in the closet impacts your creativity.…

Actor Michael Kearns shares his never before told stories from his new book “The Truth is Bad Enough” – how his method acting led to him to being the world’s most famous male sex worker, and making love to Barry Manilow. …

More than usual, the Republican National Convention is a hot mess- they've picked a candidate no one’s excited about, their platform is from another century, and in his doddering speech, Clint Eastwood came off more like Dirty Diapers than Dirty Harry. Joining us is the reliably hilarious James Fritz , who can stuff two bananas in his mouth when nobody's looking, no homo.…

In reality, people posses all sorts of incredible abilities. Today we're talking about the real sixth sense-- incredible ways our bodies can understand the world around it based on subtle cues, scents and smells. Although technically it isn't mind reading, ovulating women have the world's best gaydar, some people can see colors that others can't and and everyone can really smell your fear. …

One of the most misunderstood ideas in fitness is stretching. When is a good time to stretch? Should you stretch before, during or after exercise? Joining us is fitness expert Craig Ramsey, who for over a decade has been helping people transform their lives with his holistic fitness approach, earning him the title of World’s Nicest Trainer.…

The fabulous comedian Meredith Kachel hares with us some hilarious stories about her boyfriend’s large endowment. Plus. why straight men like to cry and what it's like to hook up with a Children's TV actor.…

The very funny James Fritz, named by many local publications as Chicago’s funniest comedian joins us to talk about haters who love fried chicken and wether comedians are as slutty as dancers.…

Perfect time for a little Olympic erotic fan fiction! Today the hilarious Deven Green, who has quite a filthy potty mouth, graces us with an original slash fiction story of ice skating champion Johnny Weir in a crazy tea room extravaganza.…

Inspired by the powerful interview Lindsay Lohan did for Vanity Fair, writer and drag queen D’arcy Drollinger created Project Lohan, a story of Lindsay’s life as told using only quotes from media sources. Join us as we chat with D'arcy about the ridiculous life of Lindsay Lohan.…

Writer and performance artist Kate Bornstein, well known for her work as an advocate for trans folks, queer youth and all misfits is coming forward with her amazing story of being a high ranking official in the Church of Scientology and right hand man to founder L. Ron Hubbard in her new book “A Queer and Pleasant Danger: A Memoir.”…

Before we started the Feast of Fun podcast, we use to put on a drag queen variety shows called Feast of Fools. Today, we’re dusting off one of our favorite chestnuts from that era - the Olympic Olympics- a skit in which a foolhardy drag queen wants to go under the knife in order to qualify in the sport of women's solo synchronized swimming.…

One of the scarier details about the gay Canadian cannibal killer Luka Rocco Magnotta is his obsession with his neighbor, horror film actor, Derek MacKinnon who starred as a killer in the 80’s movie Terror...…

Phi Phi O’Hara joins us in person to take a look at a lot of what really happened behind the scenes of RuPaul’s Drag Race and why she is terrified if she’s crowned the Next Drag Superstar. You will be shocked.…

Just because you are in your Autumn years doesn’t mean you can’t pluck a Spring chicken. How do you keep an eye out for the clues that others are interested in you? Today the fascinating David Leddick shares with us stories about his life as a gay man working in advertising, cultivating yourself about how to be fabulous at any age. …

Do gay beach vacation spots have the same allure they once had now that sex is so easy to get on your mobile device? Comic musician Manny Capozzi joins us to share with us some of his new hilarious parody songs and to take a look at the changing face of gay retreats.…

One of the most celebrated drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race is Manila Luzon who dazzles with her colorful themed outfits, inspired by Big Bird, taxi cabs and even Ronald McDonald. Today Manila Luzon talks about the insane things she had to do to get on RuPaul’s Drag Race, all the conspiracies and how she keeps getting bugged by queens to digitally retouch their photos.…

You’re in for a real treat! The boys from Feast of Fun are taking a little break from doing the show, so they asked me, Saltina Obama Bouvier, a glamourpoous drag queen to do the show for them. I also brought along my sidekick Daphne Dumount. You might not like her though.…

The way we talk has a lot to do with not just where we come from, but who we surround ourselves with. Are you a fraud then if you change the way you speakToday we’re joined by speech pathologist and video blogger Jennifer Tarle to take a closer look at the way we talk, and what we can do to speak more clearly to connect better with others.…

Summer is finally arrived, and it’s sizzling. Like a cool breeze, the very funny Deven Green joins us today to share her tips and tricks for making your summer truly special. What does your beach towel say about you? How to pick up hot guys and gals at the pool and of course Anderson Cooper comes out as gay! Shocking!!! …

Jasen Lee and Eric Lieu, organizers of the Chicago Gaymers Meetup, talk about gay gamer culture and the wild happenings that wil happen this weekend at the Gay Gaymers Meetup.…

Writer and philosopher John Corvino joins us to talk about how Marriage Equality has changed over the years, what's holding back half the country from embracing equality and what it's like to write a book with anti-equality advocate Maggie Gallagher!…

Latrice Royale’s name may sound like an extra special ice-cream sundae but this queen is the full meal deal. Audiences are hungry for more of this fan favorite from RuPaul’s Drag Race.Even though she’s encountered...…

Recently, housewife Caroline Manzo’s gay brother Jaime Laurita and his partner Rich Lane tied the knot in a fabulous same-sex wedding that aired on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, becoming one of the highest rated episodes ever. Today Jamie and Rich, the gay couple that recently got married talk with us about their crazy, colorful lives and what it's like working for Madonna. …

We had such a great time chatting with the dark and mysterious Sharon Needles that we had to release this show so that everyone can get to know one of our favorite queens. Listen as we talk about her edgy, scary name and why she dives headfirst into an empty swimming pool of controversy.…

I know Andrew Breitbart just dropped dead, but are haters generally a dying breed? Writer Zach Lamm joins us to talk about the changing face of sexual identity. Will people continue to idenity their sexual orientations in the near future, or is all this just a new way for guys to avoid naming it and claiming it?…

With the success of many openly gay comedians and TV shows like Modern Family and Glee, does being in the closet help entertainers or hurt them? Today the very funny and unapologetic Jackie Monahan talks about how coming out as a comedian allows her to get away with anything. Plus- her fabulous sci-fi film, Codependent Lesbian Space Alien Seeks Same.…

Musicians have always been accused of being in league with the devil, and in many instances they actually declare themselves Satanists in order to appear rebellious. Comedian Brian Sweeney joins us again to examine the ridiculousness of why some religions have the concept of the devil who makes people do bad things, or for some crazy reason, make music that sells really well. Part 2 of 2.…

Since its founding, Chicago has always been a place where people come to get their groove on. Today historians Jill Austin and Jennifer Brier, co-curators of the 'Out in Chicago' exhibit at the Chicago History Museum join us to about “outing” historical figures, secret gay codes and how gay men cruised at the turn of the century.…

Just hours after “DADT” was repealed, U.S. airman Randy Phillips videotaped his coming out to his father over the phone and posted it on YouTube. Today, we talk to Randy about the video that made him a Youtube sensation and put a human face to end of the discriminatory DADT.…

The hilarious Nadya Ginsburg, best known for being a woman of a thousand voices on YouTube joins us to figure out what's happening in the war between the divas. Why is Lady Gaga letting her Little Monsters act like real monsters?…

Since so much media attention is lavished on obscure entertainers coming out, we’re inviting our friend, comedian Kristen Studard to come out on today’s show. But what is she coming out as?…

Last year people took glitter to a whole new level by updating the pie-in-the-face prank with Glitter Bombs, an arts and crafts attack against douchey politicians and pundits. Listen as we talk about what 2012 will be like by looking at the events and trends that made the headlines last year with artist Marsian DeLellis.…

Judy, Judy, Judy! Today Peter Mac, one of the best known Judy Garland tribute artists in the country joins us to take a closer look at Judy Garland as a misunderstood artist, portrayed by the media as messy and tragic, when in fact she was a triumphant woman who used humor as way to cope with life’s enormous challenges.…

Judy, Judy, Judy! Today Peter Mac, one of the best known Judy Garland tribute artists in the country joins us to take a closer look at Judy Garland as a misunderstood artist, portrayed by the media as messy and tragic, when in fact she was a triumphant woman who used humor as way to cope with life’s enormous challenges.…

Beep, beep! Today we’re talking to Erin Davies the lady who drives the now rainbow colored Fagbug! Erin turned her Volkswagen Beetle that had been vandalized with the word “Fag” into an art project and tours the country documenting people’s reactions to the unusual automobile Listen to Erin’s amazing story and what’s next for the unstoppable Fagbug.…

Beep, beep! Today we’re talking to Erin Davies the lady who drives the now rainbow colored Fagbug! Erin turned her Volkswagen Beetle that had been vandalized with the word “Fag” into an art project and tours the country documenting people’s reactions to the unusual automobile Listen to Erin’s amazing story and what’s next for the unstoppable Fagbug.…

Today were are joined by Randy Roberts Potts, the good-looking grandson of the late Oral Roberts who recently came out as gay. With the recent attention paid to youths dealing with bullying and suicide, Randy wanted to tell his story not just for himself but for his uncle, Ronnie, Oral Robert’s own son who committed suicide in 1982 because he was struggling with being gay himself.…

Today were are joined by Randy Roberts Potts, the good-looking grandson of the late Oral Roberts who recently came out as gay. With the recent attention paid to youths dealing with bullying and suicide, Randy wanted to tell his story not just for himself but for his uncle, Ronnie, Oral Robert’s own son who committed suicide in 1982 because he was struggling with being gay himself.…

The War on Christmas has been fought through the ages and been won time and time again, not by the little baby Jesus, but by Santa Claus. Today cultural anthropologist Gerald Cole joins us to discuss the unusual origins of Christmas, the battles over the tradition, Krampus and the many demonic companions of Santa Claus.…

The War on Christmas has been fought through the ages and been won time and time again, not by the little baby Jesus, but by Santa Claus. Today cultural anthropologist Gerald Cole joins us to discuss the unusual origins of Christmas, the battles over the tradition, Krampus and the many demonic companions of Santa Claus.…

Our annual holiday series: “Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, vol. 4″ continues with a collection of rare, twisted holiday songs that will punch up your eggnog and set your yule log on fire. Christian Dummies, 8-Bit Christmas music, demented parodies and songs about booze. …

Our annual holiday series: “Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, vol. 4″ continues with a collection of rare, twisted holiday songs that will punch up your eggnog and set your yule log on fire. Christian Dummies, 8-Bit Christmas music, demented parodies and songs about booze. …

We working on Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, Vol. 4 which should be available Monday. Until then, please enjoy this classic from last year, Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, Vol. 3.…

We working on Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, Vol. 4 which should be available Monday. Until then, please enjoy this classic from last year, Incredibly Strange Christmas Music, Vol. 3.…

The sexual revolution has pretty much been won, due in part to the Internet. But of course people are also looking to just date, make new friends and form strong relationships. Mikey Corona and Brian Riggenbach, the gay couple behind YoSoy are back to talk about relationships, what it means to have a “real body” and the sex culture of hookup apps and websites.…

Miles Jai had had it “up to here” with people asking him to “like my status” on Facebook, so he made a video to poke fun at it all, and it went viral. Listen as Miles talks about handling his new celebrity and getting suspended from school for giving a guy in his drama club a Valentines Day Card. …

Join us today as we talk with the hilarious Coco Peru. Coco’s put together a brand new one woman show, “There Comes a Time” where she looks back at 20 years of being a drag queen entertainer and gives us a peek into her future.…

Listen as we talk with Chris about his upcoming documentary “ Me at the Zoo,” his porn career put on hold, acting with Don Johnson and Shangela in a failed pilot and why we all got frisky backstage at Pridefest Milwaukee.…

Once again, Lady Gaga is serving up a holiday special- "A Very Gaga Thanksgiving" while the highly anticipated new The Muppets films hits theaters. Why wasn't Gaga in the Muppets and the Muppets not in Gaga? L.A. puppeteer and performance artist Marsian DeLellis joins us to speculate about what surprises we’ll find Lady Gaga’s Thanksgiving Special and in the new The Muppets film.…

Let's go on a date! Liberace once said “too much of a good thing is wonderful” but I think he was talking about rhinestones and not hot men by his poolside, or was he? For some guys it’s easy to find the sex they want but impossible to find romance. Listen to find out what you can do to get the most out of your love life.…

One of the most beloved films featuring drag queens of all time is Girls Will Be Girls, where three actresses at various stages on the Hollywood food chain navigate the minefield of love, aging and...…

Today comedian Becky Donohue joins us to talk about how they make commentary clip shows where funny, insightful people share their thoughts on video clips in between commercial breaks. Plus: Lesbian Haggis, Adult babies and Stinky Sexy Occupy Wall Street hunks.…

Our favorite illiterate, raunchy, demented drag diva of Wigstock fame, Lady Bunny, is back with a one wo-man show “That Ain’t No Lady,” jam packed with some of her funniest bits from the past decade including her tacky tribute to Amy Winehouse plus all the behind the scenes dirt from RuPaul’s Drag U. Join us as we talk with Lady Bunny about wigs, costumes, drag queen brawls and Occupy Wall Street. …

Of all the live podcast forums we’ve done with Lifelube, one of the best received was Tunnel of Love, where people probed deeply and asked anything they wanted from sex experts and doctors about their booty. Today we’re going to get our freak on and try to answer as many questions you have here and at home about sex.…

At times, some guys find themselves having sex with other men, not because they are in denial, but because they are attracted to the speed, taboo and the thrill of two guys getting it on. Can you really seduce a straight man and if so how much beer do you have to bring to the party to make it happen?…

Today we’re taking Feast of Fun into a bold new future, as we announce Feast of Fun Plus+ our new premium content podcast and site, chock full of unique fabulous stuff you won’t find anywhere else. What is Feast of Fun Plus+ exactly? And can I get my dessert in a to go container? …

About two years ago a group of graduate students at MIT demonstrated that you could reasonably predict the sexual orientation of a person based on ...…

Our friends Hugo Rosado and Charles Hall have started a new gay theater group here in Chicago, Wig Bullies named after one of their more ...…

Even the world's greatest pop-star needs to fork out the cash when it comes to gaining access to the President. Lady Gaga spent $38,500 to sit ...…

During the height of the Cold War, Americans responded to the threat of communism in developing nations by forming the Peace Corps, a youth ...…

Sexy, crazy and exhilarating --that's Esteban Andres Cruz. His one-man show "Stuffed" is a collection of hilarious songs and stories about growing up gay in a macho ...…

It's the end of R.E.M. as we know it, and from the looks of it, their lead singer Michael Stipe feels fine and is looking ...…

Today is a glorious day, as the nation finally repeals Don't Ask Don't Tell and ends decades of oppression over gay, lesbian and bisexual people ...…

Like never before the visibility and appreciation for LGBT folks is at an all time high. So why have many of our schools and communities ...…

Paula Abdul and Jane Lynch will laugh at your bad fashion Amy Poeler. [caption id="attachment_29624" align="alignright" width="172" caption="Kristen Wiig subconsciously dressed to impress the labia lip ...…

Why do so many Internet contests come off like a big sham? Is it because all the organizer wants is free publicity, and has the ...…

On Tuesday September 20th, the U.S. Defense Department will officially end "Don't Ask Don't Tell," a policy that been in place since 1993 and ...…

After World War II, American soldiers returned home from the Pacific with a taste for Exotica, the music, images, food and sex from other cultures ...…

Therersquo;s no hiding in the closet when you are a six foot, one inch, 230 pound trans bodybuilder, so why not just bust out and ...…

It's not easy to make sense of the events of September 11. Even ten years later we're still struggling to understand why these terrorists committed ...…

If life is like a box of chocolates, then our friend Dwayne Speaks is a big pintilde;ata filled with rainbow fun! When the internet was young, ...…

It seems like Madonna and Lady Gaga may have had a bit of a falling out since their chummy appearance on Saturday Night Live in ...…

Letrsquo;s face it- a lot of us have no clue what we're doing when it comes to love and relationships. You may be able to ...…

[caption id="attachment_27720" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Ronnie Kroell and his mom Charlene Sonenberg - photo: Fausto Fernoacute;s"][/caption] Supermodel Ronnie Kroell was discovered by his mom snuggling in a ...…

For many gay folks, moving to the big city may be an important rite of passage but in some ways it's become a lot easier ...…

Wersquo;re back! And not a moment too soon, Cher is on a rampage lashing out at the haters of the world who are attacking her ...…

Man-hungry Tracy Tyler has satiated her appetite. As a trans woman, Tracy's now looking for deeper relationships and new way to connect to other men ...…

We're in Ann Arbor, Michigan with Larry La Fountain, the man behind the fabulous Lola Von Miramar. Would you believe our "Tostones" video was the ...…

A new study in the journal of Biological Psychology finally gives proof of the existence of the often misunderstood sexuality of forest preserve aficionados, horny ...…

Beep, beep! Today we're talking to Erin Davies the lady who drives the now rainbow colored Fagbug! Erin turned her Volkswagen Beetle that had been ...…

Although leather as a sexual fetish came from gay men's appreciation for the masculine independence of the 1950s American biker culture and films, Europeans took ...…

Adam Carolla, the online podcast personality best known for his work on The Man Show and Loveline isn't getting much love from LGBT people lately ...…

Energy! We all want to feel better and have enough stamina not just to make it through work but to be able to pursue our ...…

When every single aspect of your life gets scrutinized by the media and the law, the pressure can sometimes be intense. It is even more ...…

President Obama practically begged the nation during his State of the Union address to invest in the internet to secure the future of democracy and ...…

This August, Comedian Marga Gomez is sharpening her cougar claws, packing up her insect repellent, and heading off to the remote woods of the Wolverine ...…

[caption id="attachment_29059" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Ryan and Marc get frisky in the alley."][/caption] It's been great literally hanging out with Marc who has let me edit videos ...…

Today we’re talking to comedy writer and gay legend Bruce Vilanch, who worked as a writer for The Star Wars Holiday Special, and also on many lavish, campy TV specials of the 1970s including The Brady Bunch Variety Hour. Listen as Bruce talks to us about the wonderful tacky world of TV specials from the 1970s and he also reveals that there is a documentary on the Star Wars Holiday Special in the works!…

America's Got Talent producers saw Amy as next the viral sensation to come out of the reality TV show and Entertainment Tonight even went so ...…

Lisa Lampanelli does not hold back on anything or anyone, regardless of their race, sexual orientation, or penis size. Her new DVD “Tough Love” delivers every juicy dirty joke too hot for Comedy Central, and even her wild Donald Trump Roast is included. Listen as we talk the the Queen of Mean on why Donald Trump will never be the President of anything, except his own ego. …

Comedian Sapna Kumar was born in India but raised in Indiana. There's more than corn in Indiana. She came out as a lesbian a ...…

[caption id="attachment_28930" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Three cheers for our fabulous intern Ryan!"][/caption] For all the unhappy stories we year about LGBT youth today, for many their experience ...…

[caption id="attachment_28913" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Cameron Esposito with Marc Felion and Fausto Fernoacute;s. Photo by Fausto Fernoacute;s"][/caption] Oh the crazy things we do when we're in love. ...…

[caption id="attachment_28886" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Adrian Pracon, the gay man who managed to survive the Norway Massacre."][/caption] What would you have done if you were one of ...…

Oral Roberts was the first televangelist and one of the most recognizable leaders for religious fundamentalism in the United States. The worldwide audience for his ...…

This is not the Feast of Fun, it's the Glamour Diva Power Hour Experience, Extravaganza! Hi there everyone, in case you just stumbled upon this podcast, ...…

Last month, Google launched with great fanfare, its third attempt at social media- Google+, waving goodbye to Google Wave and swatting Google Buzz. Google is entering ...…

[caption id="attachment_28799" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="And that\'s how you make history! Kitty Lambert marries her longtime partner Cheryle Rudd in Niagra Falls. "][/caption] The recent landmark ...…

[caption id="attachment_28771" align="alignnone" width="577" caption="Hege Dalen and her partner Toril Hansen managed to save as many as 40 people\'s lives with their motorboat."][/caption] Now that several ...…

[caption id="attachment_28741" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Peaches Christ as the Green Lantern, Marc Felion as Thor and Fausto Fernoacute;s as Captain America."][/caption] This year's summer movie blockbusters feature ...…

Bon Voyage! Today we're taking you on a fabulous adventure with one of our favorite cabaret divas Amy Armstrong! Amy just got back from doing ...…

[caption id="attachment_28640" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Homer Simpson as the Pie-Man, Rupert Murdoch and Anita Bryant get their just desserts."][/caption] Real-life supervillain Rupert Murdoch, the media mogul at ...…

[caption id="attachment_28617" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Scott Herman as Captain America. Photo by Sean Seaberg, artwork by Wassim Ridwani."][/caption] The hot days of summer are finally here but ...…

The fishy feud between Katy Perry and Lady Gaga over who wears a mermaid outfit best and who ultimately, is the power music diva of this generation has opened up on a new front: Bette Midler. Join us as we fill you in on all fishy goodness of the continuing saga of the Mermaid Wars and what Bette Midler doesn't want you to know about her own mermaid shtick.…

[caption id="attachment_28536" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="He sure makes a pretty lady. Christian Greenia as Elvira - photo by Jim Kunz"][/caption] Behind every diva, inevitably there's a fabulous ...…

[caption id="attachment_28521" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Be careful of mermaids, they will mess you up."][/caption] Whip out your tar-tar sauce! A fishy feud is steaming up between Lady ...…

One of the more remarkable moments in Mo'Nique's comedy act these days happens to be the part where she not even onstage. For years, female ...…

[caption id="attachment_28443" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="We love Mo\'Nique, and Mo\'Nique loves us."][/caption] One of the most fabulous Oscar winners in recent years is Mo'Nique- last year she ...…

[caption id="attachment_28432" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Kathy Griffin and Michele Bachmann would make a cute lesbian couple, I\'m pretty sure her frisky husband Marcus wouldn\'t mind."][/caption] Although Michele ...…

[caption id="attachment_28233" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Daphne Dumont as Destiny Du Mort, Saltina Obama Bouvier as Jessie Bell, and She-Wolf as herself."][/caption] Hi there everyone- it's me Saltina ...…

All across the country, Pride is in full swing with events celebrating LGBT folks and the 1969 Stonewall riots that galvanized the modern gay rights ...…

[caption id="attachment_28178" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="In an ideal world, James Lipton would be getting jiggy with Madonna or Nadya Ginsburg, take your pick."][/caption] Rumors were spreading that ...…

[caption id="attachment_28162" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Marc Felion getting stuck with needles."][/caption]For thousands of years, Chinese medicine has been sticking it in people to cure what ails ...…

[caption id="attachment_28139" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Okay we couldn\'t think of a good image to illustrate the story, so here is Amy Winehouse with a bunch of ...…

Although nothing can compare to the thrill of going for the gold at the Winter Olympics, for speed skater Blake Skjellerup fighting for equality in ...…

[caption id="attachment_28061" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Peter Mac as the legendary Judy Garland"][/caption] Judy Garland-- The legendary entertainer's life has always been so tied to gay culture and ...…

[caption id="attachment_28044" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Your favorite blog might be written by someone else completely, or even a machine. For a while the most popular lesbian ...…

[caption id="attachment_25301" align="alignright" width="225" caption="For his fourth birthday, C.J. got a signed photo from Prince Charming and Cinderella. He was thrilled."][/caption]Pink boys, princess boys, rainbow ...…

[caption id="attachment_27993" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="One ringy-dingy to rule them all. Why would anyone want ATT to become telecom-titan once again? What does Lily Tomlin have ...…

[caption id="attachment_27967" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Congressman Weiner next to his high school photo and his sext pic. Hasn\'t he suffered enough?"][/caption] Although religious fundamentalists would like you ...…

[caption id="attachment_27943" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="India Ferrah, Mimi Imfurst and Stacy Layne Matthews carve up some fun. Photo: Fausto Fernoacute;s."][/caption] Can I get an Amen around here? ...…

[caption id="attachment_27923" align="alignnone" width="610" caption="Marc Felion, India Ferrah, Mimi Imfurst, Stacy Layne Matthews and Fausto Fernoacute;s"][/caption] Drag- for some girls itrsquo;s not just a job, itrsquo;s ...…

The European Council on Human Rights may have ruled that the Russian people have a right to hold a Pride Parade, but that didnrsquo;t ...…

Have you ever fallen for someone who pretended to be somebody else? Today we're talking to visual artist and personal trainer Tim Webster about his ...…

Teri Yaki was recently asked to audition for "America's Got Talent' based on her her performance in this live show at Steamworks. Congrats Teri Yaki! Today we put our homemade gyroscopic metal outfits to the test for a live show at the sexiest place on e…

There are a lot of holidays during the winter months but none of them are really gay. Sure we have National Coming Out Day in October, Pride Month in June, Celebrate Bisexuality Day in September, International Drag Day in July and Fat Tuesday for the Bear…

Transgendered people and bodybuilders share a lot in common- they both work very hard for the body they want to have. In many ways, enhancing gender characteristics on either side of the male or female spectrum is a difficult transition. Chris Tina Foxx …

Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is credited with restoring the holidays in Britain to joy and celebration after a period of somberness in the early 1800s. Today the classic tale is keeping the spirit of Star Trek alive in "A Klingon Christmas Carol" …

We’re bringing some nutty holiday cheer on today’s show with our very own ginger witch Shivian Balaris- he’s here to cast a sexy spell for good fortune, and to get even with our enemies. Comedian Chris Condren also joins us to play some insane songs abou…

Can Tyler Perry bring to life one of the most important works about the black female experience? After all, he's best known for playing Madea, which some people classify as a characature of black woman. So, does he have the depth? Believe or not, our ans…

American Gothic is one of the most parodied paintings of all time and a symbol for anti-gay groups even though Grant Wood, the artist who created the work was gay. Today art historian R. Tripp Evans talks about his new book on the artist- Grant Wood: A …

Lesbian rumors! Although many lgbt folks know from an early age their affinities for the same sex, some come out late in life not because they were in the closet, but because these feelings rised up late in life. Today, writer Trish Bendix the managing b…

It’s been a pretty bad year for Howard Brown Health Center, one of the nation’s largest LGBT health care providers. They've let go some of their top personel and they are now facing a huge financial crisis. On this special edition, Jamal Edwards, the ne…

It seems like the holiday season creeps into the stores earlier each year - before you know it, we'll be preparing for next year's Christmas before this one is even over. Today our trantastic gal-pal Tracy Tyler shares her gift giving ideas, what colors a…

In 1995, writer Will Clark took his acting career in a new direction by starring in the gay adult leather film “Dr. Goodglove” and has since appeared in 48 different films. Will leveraged his adult film career into blogging on gay sex and politics and he…

Every night in this country, over an estimated 400,000 LGBT youth between the ages of 13 and 21 spend the night out on the streets. The reality for many of them is that they face violence, isolation, abuse and rape, and often wind up in jail, addicted to …

Nobody was more surprised than Levi Kreis when he won the 2010 Tony Award for Featured Actor in a Muscial for his explosive portrayal of the legendary rock and roll pianist Jerry Lee Lewis in Million Dollar Quartet. Listen as Levi Kreis joins us with his…

The 2010 mid-term election results are pretty gloomy- Republicans took over the House of Representatives and many liberal long-time Senators lost their jobs. Still there is good news- evil former Ebay CEO Meg Whitman, ultraconservative Carly Fiorina and …

Visiting a strip club when you first come out can be a very liberating experience as it validates your desire to look at other men. CAs a young college student, Craig Seymour was so fascinated by his experience at the strip club he became a stripper himse…

Mondo Loses! People are outraged that Mondo Guerra, the fabulous HIV positive, Dia de Los Muertos inspired fashion designer got second place on the Season Finale of Project Runway. Join us a we rate the runway and talk about some of the worst costumes we…

As a stand-up comedian, there was never a time when Suzanne Westenhoefer wasn't out and proud on stage. For 20 over years she has boldly entertained audiences with her hilarious outlook on life and culture. Listen as Suzanne shares with us hilarious s…

Halloween, drag shows and comic book conferences all have one thing in common: they allow people to dress up in outfits they wouldn’t otherwise get caught dead wearing in public. Today we’re taking a close...…

Satanist soccer-mom Gigi Deluxe Gross shares with us her tips and tricks on harnessing the powers of darkness to make Halloween fabulous, fake blood recipies and how to make your eye look like it got bit off by a wild beast.…

Get ready to cast a spell, a sexy spell that is. Halloween is just days away, so we’ve invited Shivian Balaris — a real-life cute gay witch to help us get into the spirit of the season. Listen as this Ginger Witch talks about hoodoo hijinks, warlocks, wi…

On today’s show my mom, Patricia Fernós joins us to take a look at the powerful movement to bring comfort and support to young LGBT people everywhere, and what parents can for their children when they do come out. Listen as Fausto’s mom tells embarassing…

There is no argument that the “It Gets Better” campaign is a runaway success with literally thousands of people coming forward to speak about their experience being abused as teenagers Today Damon L. Jacobs, therapist and author joins us to take a look a…

Today we’re joined by writer and zine publisher Larry-bob Roberts, who for over two decades has been boldly creating a cultural ecosystem for alternative gay voices in zines and blogs. His new book- “The International Homosexual Conspiracy,” a collection…

Today we’re talking to one of rising stars on the drag scene, Mimi Imfurst. She’s part of the web based reality tv series The Queens of Drag: NYC and she’ll be performing in Chicago at Haunted Halsted, our haunted house style pub crawl through the heart o…

The response to the “It Gets Better” campaign is overwhelming! Even musicians are giving their support in song and the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus and the stars of Broadway have both created songs to inspire LGBT youth. Today comedian Kristen Studard joins …

Today we’re joined by horror film fanatic and writer for Fangoria and Big Gay Horror Fan, Brian Kirst. He’s here to talk about some gay moments from classic horror films that you may have have missed. Listen as we talk about our favorite horror movies an…

For over 15 years, Amy Armstrong and Freddy Allen have been celebrated in nightclubs and gay resorts across the world for their hilarious mix of comedy, gay anthems and blue b-side songs. Today Amy and Freddy join us to talk about life as entertainers, h…

We’re thrilled to announce that Chicago comedian Kristen Studard, winner of the “Impress these Apes” comedy competition will portray Lady Gaga in all her zombified glory for the Haunted Halsted Pub Crawl. Today Kristen joins us to talk about being tortur…

Archie Comics teen sensation Kevin Keller, the first gay character in the Archie-verse, is a hit with young and old fans alike. Today Archie Comics writer and artist Dan Parent joins us to break even more exciting news about Kevin Keller- he's going to g…

Come out, come out, wherever you are! Today is National Coming Out Day, where everyone is encouraged to, as Macy Gray likes to put it, “express what is taboo in you, and share yo’ freak with the rest of us, ’cause it’s a beautiful thang.” Join us for Nat…

The weekly segment "That's Gay" is a hit on iTunes and YouTube and it’s made Bryan Safi a star on the Internet. Today we’re jumping in the gay jacuzzi with the hilarious Bryan Safi to talk about the terrible things he had to do to launch That’s Gay…

Let’s face it, most ambitious men love attention, and that means having it come from just about anyone. From Washington to Obama, there’s always been some speculation about the love lives our nation’s leaders but what about affairs of the same sex k…

Amy Winehouse’s website was hijacked Thursday morning by a group of hackers — who claim they targeted the singer because they want to “take back the internet from the white devil.” She may have sunk pretty low but we’d hardly call her the Princ…

One of the most exciting developments in the fight against HIV is a recent study that hasn't received much media attention, even though this type of preventative treatment could dramatically reduce HIV infections. Some doctors don’t even know about it. …

Spirits were high at Pride celebrations across the country this past weekend due to the landmark passing of the Marriage Equality Act in New York, granting same-sex couples full marriage benefits. But even here in Chicago, where vandals slashed the tires …

For many LGBT folks, coming out is one of the most important things they can do in their lives to be the best person they can be. But sadly, it’s not always so easy or obvious and for some, it could put their lives in danger. And then with social media,…