Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston sit down with Sydni Hampton, Host of Reely Queer Podcast and Co-Host of Love Bytes, to discuss horror films and horrible legislation. Sydni is known for Elvira impersonations, hosting horror movie nights at college campuses, and a quarterly party “Slay!” at Play Louisville. You will also find articles written by Sydni…

Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston sit down with Living Legend Lawanda Jackson. Lawanda Jackson is former Miss Gay USofA 2012, Miss Gay USofA Classic 2009, and has won over 20 other pageants. She is an entertainer known for her impersonations of Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Dionne Warwick, and Mary J. Blige. After a stroke changed her l…

Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston sit down with KC Sunshine, the current Mr. Gay America 2022, from Kansas City, Missouri. He is also known as The Midwest Michael Jackson. He has been a dancer of 29 years, and has been performing in the art of drag and competing in male pageantry for 16 years. He has even been featured 3 times on America’s Got Talent.…

With growing concern over conservative bills targeting lgbtq+ youth in schools, Kurtis Sunset sits down with Bryan Stanton, the host of Teaching While Queer Podcast, to discuss how they have provided an inclusive environment in spite of the right wing rhetoric in Texas government. Bryan has won teacher of the year for their district and now gives b…

Growing up LGBTQ in the Bible Belt has its own set of problematic situations when dealing with Fundamentalist Christian Organizations. In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Josh Astor, also known as J. Steele, and discusses the fears he had before and after coming out as a gay male to a religious family. Prior to coming out, Josh was a christia…

Growing up LGBTQ in the Bible Belt has its own set of problematic situations when dealing with Fundamentalist Christian Organizations. In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Bernadette Barton and discusses many stories of gay and lesbian individuals from the Bible Belt. They discuss the Toxic Closet, Conditions of Inarticulation, and how to star…

In our funniest episode yet, Kurtis and Leah interview Joe Gollahon and Daniel Hutchins, a couple from Louisville, Kentucky that have been together for over 27 years. For 19 of those years, the two have become well known for hosting a Huge Christmas Party! Each year the two shoot and edit over 15,000 photos from various events throughout Louisville…

Is it ever too late to transition? Can you still find happiness by doing it later in life? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Ashley Anna Parks, author of Taking Flight, a memoir on transitioning at the age of 65. Having lived 65 years presenting as a male, being married to a woman twice, having children, serving in the military, and being a…

Ever wonder how to be successful in the HipHop Music Industry? Or to open shows for huge musical artist? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Tori WhoDat. Tori is a HipHop artist that has performed at many pride festivals with popular songs such as, “Heather Grey”, “Thru My City” and “Love the Way”. She tells her wonderful story from Christian…

Have you ever wondered how to fight school policies that are not gender inclusive? Interested in learning about the life of a transgender student? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Marcus Macchi. Marcus is a transgender male that discusses how he managed to change the graduation gown policy at his Catholic high school. Today, many schools s…

Ever wonder how to be successful on TikTok? From another country and need advice on starting life after moving to America? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston interview “Art” Bezrukavenko. Art is a Ukrainian immigrant that moved to America with just $500 in his pocket. He is now a well-known TikTok Star and Social Media Influencer after…

Have you ever wondered about the process of transitioning? How about how you should support your transgender son or daughter through their transition? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Jennifer Richardson and Caley Logsdon in our first tag team mother/daughter interview ever. Caley is a transgender woman that has vast knowledge on the healt…

Have you ever wondered what life is like for Transgender Troops? How about an interest in working for the U.S. Space Force? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Lt. Col. Bree Fram. Lt. Col. Bree Fram is the President of SPARTA, an organization that advocates and educates about transgender military service and is dedicated to the support and pr…

For the first time since Chris Stanley's My Gay Online Boyfriend Competition he spills the real tea about the competition, but it doesn't stop there! Chris then gets placed in the HOT SEAT to figure out if he's actually compatible with the ultimate winner, Kurtis Sunset, and then gets grilled by the past contestants. He answers all of the questions…

Ever hear the stereotype that gays and country don't mix? Well, Chad Benefield put that to the test when he became the morning Co-Host of WBKR (A country music radio station)! In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Chad Benefield about his time at WBKR, and his time battling for an LGBTQ+ Fairness Ordinance in Owensboro, Kentucky! But Chad this …

Porn has become rather raunchy over the past few decades. Bernadette Barton has studied the sex industry for over 25 years and has studied how raunch culture has grown over the past few decades from the male gaze to porn with more and more violence. If you've ever been uncomfortable receiving unsolicited dick pics, or thought some porn took things …

Want to have a better understanding of what life is like for a person diagnosed with HIV? Ever wonder what undetectable means or need a better understanding about safe sex practices? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Ryan Alvey, a U=U ambassador ( undetectable equals untransmittable ), who was diagnosed with HIV in 2020, and has since spent…

Have you ever wondered about the queer influence on animation? Interested in learning about a Flamingo that has escaped the zoo and now performs as a drag queen? Then, you may be interested in this interview with the man behind the future film "Birds of Amuse." In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Christian Gallardo, of Swirly Straw Studios, t…

Have you ever needed strong advice on how to talk to church folk about your queerness? Are you looking for the laugh you've desperately needed when reminiscing about some past church trauma? Then, you should check out this episode! In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews May O'Nays (Andrew Schaftlein) about their upcoming performance of Tuba Aton…

Can gays sit with Jesus? Does Jesus wear rainbow on Wednesdays? What if Damian from Mean Girls had to be in high school during the pandemic? How would he pass his quarantine time? In this Season Finale Episode, Kurtis and Leah sit with Daniel Franzese, co-host of Yass, Jesus! Podcast, who played the role of Damian in Mean Girls, to discuss being a …

Have you ever wanted to be an actor or actress? Wonder how the industry has changed for LGBTQ+ actors over the years? In this episode, Kurtis interviews Andy Evans about his experience being the first gay kiss on an NHL Kiss cam, the first same sex date to his high school’s prom, and how the filmmaking world has transitioned gay roles over his care…

Wonder what it is like to be a singer/songwriter from Louisville, Kentucky? Want to say you knew someone before they were famous? In this episode, Kurtis interviews Tayzzy, a 19 year old singer/songwriter, who Kurtis and Leah both believe will be the next great music artist from Louisville, Kentucky. CHECK OUT ALL OF TAYZZY'S MUSIC HERE! Tayzzy dis…

Ever wonder how "the other half lives"? You know those people all over the world that have different cultures, governments, and experiences? In this episode, Kurtis interviews William Ribeiro. William is the Host of William and The Magic Box, a show on Youtube, that has interviewed over 500 individuals from all across the globe. William and Kurtis …

Are you here, queer, and ready to rock n' roll? Want to learn about the wonderful world of pageantry? In this episode, Kurtis interviews Ashley Shae Benton, the current reigning Miss Cardinal Country, and will be carrying that title with her as she competes for Miss Kentucky. But you may know her better from her social media influence on "Lesbian T…

Have you heard of musical artist Rob Flo? How about Nyquil Chicken? In this episode Kurtis Sunset interviews Rob Flo, the wildest social media influencer he knows. Rob Flo is also a singer/songwriter of great songs like "Fatal", "Cherry Gold", and album, "Nylon Fire". But for the first time, right here on this episode, he announces the drop of an E…

Ever wonder what it is like to have a hit LGBTQ song? How about performing at Pride? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Patrick Saint James, the singer/songwriter of the hit song “Begging”, and discusses his Pride performance, his recent success, and the relationship his mental health plays with his career. CHECK OUT PATRICK'S MUSIC HERE But…

Ever wonder what it feels like to be an LGBTQ+ person trapped in a heterosexual marriage? How do you break free from matrimony and live a happier existence? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston interview Dustin Detzer, a holistic personal trainer, who lived the majority of his life as a "straight" man, even having married a woman. He tal…

Everything you heard about Disney is wrong... Snow White met Seven Drag Queens and Alice went to DerbyLand! Well, at least thats the Drag Daddy Productions versions of the popular animated movies that Tony Lewis has adapted to the stage for Drag Queen Performers! In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Tony Lewis, from Drag Daddy Productions, who…

Wondering how you can help LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth in Kentucky? In this Episode, Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston interview Stuart Walker, a representative from Sweet Evening Breeze, an organization founded to help LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth. Leah and Kurtis both love this organizations mission and raise money for this organization throughout the year. If y…

Have you ever wondered if any openly LGBTQ+ individuals work for the church? Ever wonder how the story of Jesus was a little bit queer? Have you ever had a religious conversation on Grindr? In this episode, Kurtis interviews Bryce Wiebe. In the second half, Kurtis Sunset interviews Bryce Wiebe, the Manager of the Office of Special Offerings at Pres…

Are you a mom of an LGBTQ+ child or have a desire to raise your child to be more accepting of LGBTQ+ culture? Well Great News! Weathering Rainbows is back with Co-Hosts Kurtis Sunset and Leah Halston to discuss Tinder stories, Ghosting, and Games! For all you moms out there, in this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Jen Vogel, a bi-sexual woman, wh…

Do you think you can be a cop and a drag queen? Wonder how it is to be an LGBTQ+ individual in a law enforcement career? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Cody Garmon, who wears many costumes in real life. Cody has served as a police officer and has also been a drag performer. We discuss how those roles in society seem to conflict and how s…

Ever wonder about the behind-the-scenes life of a male entertainer? Wait... you want me to put this tip where? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Mykul Jay Valentine, reigning All American Gent and Former National Entertainer of the Year! You’ll hear of the illustrious friendship of Kurtis and Mykul over the years, as well as some very awkwa…

Are you ready for Spooky Season? Have you ever been ghosted? Need some advice on break-up etiquette? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews William Rodenberg, a graphic designer that just so happened to create the Weathering Rainbows Logo! He is from Evansville, Indiana and tells his story of growing up near the same area Kurtis grew up, but wit…

Ever tried getting sober? It can be pretty rough and sometimes you need the help of others. So if you’re allergic to alcohol and break out in handcuffs, then perhaps this episode is for you. In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Bob German, a man with an incredibly successful real estate business in part due to his nearly 30 years of sobriety. …

Are you ready for a ramen and threads to gowns and crowns story? Do you want to know what Drag Queens should not take on an airplane? Do you want to know if the drag world is full of vicious sabotage? Learn all that and more in this episode, when Kurtis Sunset sits down with his guest, Vanessa DeMornay (a.k.a Mikhail Shulz) former National Entertai…

Ever wonder what pansexuality means? How is it different from bisexuality? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Kyle Cownden, an award winning bartender, and the Host of Change The Subject. Kyle identifies as pansexual, someone who is attracted to all types of genders. Kyle is also a brand ambassador for Wild Turkey Bourbon. So make a cocktail…

Have you've ever wondered about Kentucky’s role in the landmark case, Obergefell v. Hodges? The landmark case held that the fundamental right of marriage also applied to same-sex marriages and ruled that state bans on same-sex marriage were unconstitutional. This made "gay marriage" legal in all 50 states. Well, it actually went to the Supreme Cour…

Are you trying to figure out where you fit in within the LGBTQ+ Alphabet of Identifiers? Who are you, really? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset and his guest, Leah Halston, the Host of Play Louisville, and multi-title winning drag queen, discuss Leah’s journey with her own identity and the struggle of balancing life and identity as a gay man, life and…

Ever wonder what it would have been like to grow up in a country that still criminalizes consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex? Are you in such an area and need to know how to seek shelter? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Kayes Hurricane (Kaïs Boukthir) from HBO's "We're Here" Season 2 Episode 5, and of TikTok fam…

Ever wonder what the term gender fluid means? Have you ever wondered why people are so adamant about banning conversion therapy? In this episode, Kurtis Sunset interviews Matheus “Thaïs” Coura and discusses his/her/their time in conversion therapy and how they manage to live a happy and spiritual life as a gender fluid individual today. Thaïs is a …

Wondering what all of the rage is about? Heard an episode and want to know why this show exists? Like a city boy walking through a cow pasture, Kurtis Sunset and his guests step into a whole heap of trouble after coming out from behind the closet door. Listen in as Kurtis Sunset discusses the need for visibility, the shows purpose, Trevor Project s…

Weathering Rainbows is the newest LGBTQ+ podcast to hit the scene. Like a city boy walking through a cow pasture, Kurtis Sunset and his guests stepped into a whole heap of trouble after coming out of that closet door. Listen in to this comedic podcast as Kurtis and his guests bring visibility to the unexpected adventures faced along the rainbow tra…