In this week’s headlines:• President Biden has pardoned LGBTQ military service members who were discharged for being queer under Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.• Lawmakers in Thailand have cleared the way for legalizing same-sex marriage.• The top ten LGBTQ-friendly cities in the U.S.• Matt Bomer and Nathan Lane are teaming up for a new sitcom described as …

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• A federal court has permanently blocked Florida’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors and adults calling the law "unconstitutional"• All Elite Wrestling pro Bulk Bronson comes out as bisexual• The European nation of Georgia plans to erase LGBTQ rights• Plus, make sure you check out the free streaming…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• This month marked the 20th anniversary of marriage equality in the U.S., and a new report shows only good has come from it• A new study shows having just one adult LGBTQ role model can boost queer youth’s self-esteem• Guess which European countries are the most (and least) LGBTQ-friendly?• Carl Siciliano, founder of…

In this week’s headlines:• The United Methodist Church has voted to reverse its ban on gay clergy• A federal appeals court has ruled state health care plans must cover gender-affirming surgeries• Some good news for LGBTQ youth in the foster care system• And Country music artist Chris Housman drops his oh-so-romantic new single and music video “Guil…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• A controversial new law in Kansas could keep minors from accessing non-explicit LGBTQ websites• The campaign for the reelection of President Biden has launched a strategic initiative reaching out to LGBTQ voters• "Heartstopper" star Kit Connor will make his Broadway debut this fall• What to watch this week? I recomm…

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• International pop star and actor Ricky Martin stars in the new Apple TV+ series "Palm Royale"• Thailand is very close to legalizing same-sex marriage• House Republicans slipped a provision in the federal spending bill that bans Pride flags from flying over U.S. embassies - but there's a catch• The Republic of Georgi…

In this week’s episode:• More details emerge about the cause of death of Oklahoma transgender teen Nex Benedict• Major parts of Florida’s hideous “Don’t Say Gay” law have been nullified• The percentage of adults in the US who identify has hit a new record high• LGBTQ icon David Mixner dies at the age of 77All that and more in this episode of The Ra…

In this week's LGBTQ news headlines:• Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary student in Oklahoma, died one day after a physical altercation in a high school restroom.• Columbia, Missouri, has declared itself to be a safe haven for LGBTQ people.• Russian authorities closed down a 'My Little Pony' convention because one character has a rainbow-colored…

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• Amber Glenn came out on top at this year’s U.S. Figure skating championship becoming the first queer woman to win the title.• An Oklahoma lawmaker introduced a bill that would ban using state funds to acknowledge Pride Month.• Good news in Tennessee where an anti-LGBTQ ordinance that blocked a Pride festival has bee…

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• We’re just a few weeks into 2024, but we’ve already seen nearly 300 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in state legislatures.• A new survey shows Gen Z adults tend to be less Republican, less religious, and more LGBTQ.• Taking a look at the LGBTQ actors and other queer creative folks nominated for this year’s Academy Award…

My guest today is Broadway veteran and award-winning recording artist Matt Zarley, who released his spectacular musical web series "11 O’Clock Number."The series features a dozen tunes by Broadway composers, all originally sung by women. Over 12 episodes, Zarley weaves those songs in between video testimonials as he copes with isolation during the …

As we head into 2024, I wanted to take a pause to look at some of the big news and pop culture moments of 2023 for LGBTQ folks.I know folks like to make Top 10 lists, but one of the hallmarks of The Randy Report is brevity. You folks don’t want to listen to me drone on about the top ten news stories, the top ten movies, etc… We'd be here forever.Pl…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• A new study reveals the “Gayest” states in the U.S.• Thailand’s cabinet has approved an amendment to allow same-sex marriage• A news anchor in Ohio came out on-air with just one simple word• Holiday music from award-winning out recording artist Matt ZarleyAll that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.…

World AIDS Day is observed each year on December 1 as an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV.During this episode of The Randy Report podcast, I take a look into the history of the day, how the world looks at the ongoing epidemic, and where we are today in terms of treatment.Being diagnosed with HIV today means somethi…

Today I'm chatting with Bryan Ruby, rising out country music singer/songwriter who’s just released his new holiday single “It’s A Wonderful Life.”He first came to national prominence in September 2021 when he became the first active professional baseball player to come out as gay. The inspirational story was featured in USA Today as well as 100+ me…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• The House Ethics Committee has issued its blistering report on truth-challenged out Rep. George Santos, and it's as bad as expected.• A trans high school senior is told he can’t play the lead in his school’s upcoming production of "Oklahoma!"• The father in Virginia Beach calmly explained to a school board why anti-…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• Truth-challenged gay Congressman George Santos survives a House vote to expel him from office.• We have a new Speaker of the House - and I examine his positions on LGBTQ policies.• The U.S. plans to cut economic ties with Uganda over its extreme anti-LGBTQ laws.• Plus, the acclaimed new gay romantic film "Nuovo Olim…

In this week’s headlines:• International pop star and LGBTQ ally Janet Jackson will headline a World AIDS Day concert • Anti-LGBTQ hate crimes rose sharply in 2022• The City of Orlando plans to buy the Pulse Nightclub to build a memorial to the victims of the 2016 mass shooting• India’s top court side-stepped legalizing same-sex marriageAll that an…

In this week’s LGBTQ news:• Laphonza Butler has become the first out Black lesbian senator in the U.S. Senate• Pope Francis has suggested he might be open to the Catholic Church blessing same-sex couples• Amazon Prime Video has debuted a new superhero spinoff of THE BOYS titled GEN V• Legendary director Pedro Almodovar has a new gay western in thea…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• California's Gov. Gavin Newsom signs 9 pro-LGBTQ bills into law• HIV transmissions are higher among straight people in Scotland than gay men for the first time in years• The Galileo Church in Fort Worth, Texas, is actually helping families of transgender minors• Kennedy McDowell is a gay football player at Colorado …

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• The Hungarian edition of ELLE Magazine features two gay dads on the cover celebrating rainbow families in an increasingly anti-LGBTQ country• A Florida county has banned a children’s book about a "hugging lion" as part of the state's Don't Say Gay law• The latest from out recording artist Milahroy "Sounds On The Ste…

In this week’s episode:• LGBTQ military veterans are suing the Defense Department for denying them honorable discharges during the years of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell• Chilean gymnast Tomas Gonzalez comes out as gay in his new autobiography• Amazon Prime Video’s new gay romantic comedy "Red, White & Royal Blue" hit #1 worldwide on the streaming platform…

I’m going to take a slight pivot from LGBTQ news this episode. As some listeners - or readers of The Randy Report blog - may know, my husband Michael is a world class entertainment publicist. And for nearly 25 years, he worked closely with 4-time Grammy Award winner, international pop star and actress, Olivia Newton-John. Over the years, Olivia bec…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• Two stories from Italy as government officials have begun removing the names of non-biological gay mothers from their children’s birth certificates, AND transgender men are signing up for the Miss Italy pageant after the organization banned trans women• A singing drag queen named Flamy Grant has hit the top of the i…

In this episode, I’m chatting with America’s favorite gay comic - Matteo Lane. Named one of Variety’s Top Ten Comics to Watch, stand up comedian Matteo has performed to sold out crowds all over the world and he’s about to do it again.Matteo can be seen in Netflix’s queer stand up special STAND OUT as well as THE COMEDY LINEUP. He has over 1 million…

In this week’s headlines:• Michigan lawmakers have passed legislation banning so-called conversion therapy• A federal judge has blocked Florida’s new discriminatory anti-drag show law• Fans of pop mega-star and longtime LGBTQ ally Madonna were stunned to hear she was rushed to the hospital over the weekend after being found unresponsive• Drag/singi…

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• Gallup Polling reports support for same-sex relations has dropped by 7 percent in one year• RuPaul was honored on the floor of the House of Representatives for Pride Month• LGBTQ history was made at this year's Tony Awards as not one but two nonbinary actors (Alex Newell, J. Harrison Ghee) took home trophies for the…

In this week's headlines:• Target became the target of anti-LGBTQ ire for its annual Pride Month merchandise• The CDC reports new HIV infections are declining• Netflix gave us a first look at the upcoming Season 2 of “Heartstopper” ahead of its premiere this AugustAll that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.…

In this week’s headlines:• International pop star George Michael will be posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility• Out ABC News journalist Gio Benitez takes his seat as the permanent co-anchor of Good Morning America Weekend• Blood donation restrictions eased for men who have sex with men• The UK has …

Chatting with the oh-so-talented LGBTQ journalist - John Casey, Senior Editor and lead columnist for the world's oldest and largest LGBTQ news site, The Advocate.For years now, I have followed John’s exceptional writing about societal, political and topical news issues affecting the LGBTQ community. His columns have featured discussions with a cava…

In this week’s headlines:• If you think there are a LOT of anti-LGBTQ bills in state legislatures this year, you’re right• Citizens in Franklin, Tennessee, suddenly oppose a local Pride event to happen• Florida expands Don't Say Gay law to prohibit classroom discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity through 12th grade• Netflix has announ…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• Florida lawmakers are trying to expand the state’s hideous Don’t Say Gay law• Three men have been arrested and charged in the drugging robberies which resulted in two deaths that began at NYC gay bars• Four "RuPaul's Drag Race" alums made a splash at the CMT Music Awards• "Heartstopper" star Kit Connor honored as Be…

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• LGBTQ-inclusive films took home several top tier honors at this year’s Academy Awards• Kentucky has passed what is arguably the worst anti-transgender bill in the nation• The Italian government moved to limit parental rights of same-sex couples• And Uganda makes it a crime to come out of the closetAll that and more …

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• A new study found children of same-sex parents have home lives and outcomes that are as good (or in some cases better than) those of heterosexual couples• Tennessee lawmakers have approved a bill that will ban drag performances in public or in front of children• Michigan approves civil rights protections for LGBTQ p…

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• The number of adults in the US who identify as LGBTQ has doubled in the past ten years• Researchers say a man in Germany has become the fifth person cured of HIV• The new docu-series "Click Boys" goes behind the scenes of the business of OnlyFans content creators• The latest in the George Santos chroniclesAll that a…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• Missouri lawmakers are considering the most extreme "Don’t Say Gay" bill in the country• The latest news in the George Santos chronicles including traffic tickets galore and bad checks for good puppies.• Out Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says 'no' to a run for US Senate in Michigan.• International pop star…

In this week's headlines:• The FDA is expected to ease restrictions on gay and bi men donating blood• The latest in the George Santos chronicles• More anti-drag queen legislation across the country• Out bobsledder and rugby player Simon Dunn passes away at 35• The 2023 Oscar nominations included nods for LGBTQ roles but no out actorsAll that and mo…

In this week’s headlines:• Catching up on the train wreck that is out Congressman George Santos• Good Morning America host Robin Roberts announces wedding plans with longtime girlfriend• Arizona Republicans file legislation targeting drag shows• Plus, a new OUTtv dating reality show asks “Can a Himbo and a Daddy find love?”All that and more in this…

As we head into 2023, I wanted to take a pause to look at some of the big news and pop culture moments of 2022 for LGBTQ folks. I know folks like to make Top 10 lists, but one of the hallmarks of The Randy Report is brevity. You folks don’t want to listen to me drone on about the top ten news stories, the top ten movies, etc… We'd be here forever. …

In this week’s LGBTQ news:• President Biden signs the Respect for Marriage Act into law.• Out WNBA player Brittney Griner released from Russian prison.• The 22-year-old accused of the Club Q shooting in Colorado Springs charged with 305 counts.• Former Major League Baseball pitcher TJ House comes out as gay.• Plus, new holiday music from award-winn…

In this week’s headlines:• The US Senate approved the Respect for Marriage Act which will enshrine same-sex marriage rights into law• Kit Connor spoke up for more bisexual representation in the media• The FDA considers loosening restrictions on gay men donating blood• The number of same-sex households has broken the 1 million mark in the U.S.• And …

In this week's LGBTQ headlines:• A deadly mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs resulted in 5 dead and 17+ injured.• The U.S. Senate is on the brink of passing the Respect for Marriage Act which would enshrine same-sex marriage rights into law.• Professional basketball player Isaac Humphries has come out as gay.• The Grammy Award nom…

In this week’s headlines:• Recapping the LGBTQ highlights of the midterm elections • Russia is about to pass even stricter anti-LGBTQ laws• Brendan Fraser is garnering Oscar buzz for his work as a 600 pound gay man in the film, 'The Whale'• 'Heartstopper' star Kit Connor comes out as bisexualPlus new music from Bentley Robles and Gregory Dillon 'Do…

In this week's headlines:• Remembering Emmy Award winning out actor Leslie Jordan (Will & Grace, Call Me Kat)• A new report shows a record number of LGBTQ people ran for public office in the US this year• Brazil’s first out gay governor easily won re-election as the country's homophobic president lost• Marriage equality is available throughout all …

"Everybody Dance" is a new documentary about Bonnie Schlachte’s Ballet For All Kids dance studio in California. As the name says, the studio teaches dance to all kids: all ages, all abilities - and disabilities including those with special needs whether physical(like cerebral palsy) or those on the autism spectrum or developmentally delayed.After a…

In this week’s headlines:• Billy Eichner’s hilarious gay romantic comedy "Bros" arrives in theaters. My review plus thoughts on the film's box office numbers.• Oklahoma lawmakers tied funding a children’s hospital to canceling gender-affirming care for trans youth.• A federal judge says employer-sponsored health plans can’t be required to provide P…

In this week’s headlines:• 'Bridgerton' star Jonathan Bailey joins the cast of the upcoming film adaptations of the Broadway musical 'Wicked'• A Michigan man pleaded guilty to murder in a Grindr hookup gone terribly wrong• An Emmy nominated TV weatherman was fired after someone sent his boss leaked naked webcam photos• The reboot of "Queer As Folk'…

In this week’s headlines:• The Senate will NOT be voting on the Respect for Marriage Act before the midterm elections• Far-right extremists had a meltdown over a teacher displaying a 4 inch Pride flag in her classroom• West Virginia hosted a very special summer camp for LGBTQ teens• And the latest single from out recording artist Ryan Nealon 'Stran…

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines:• The pace of new monkeypox cases has begun to slow, but will it last?• A Nebraska high school newspaper was shutdown after featuring LGBTQ content.• Billy Eichner’s gay rom-com BROS is almost here.• Rising pop artist Bronze Avery drops his latest single “Figure It Out." Link - https://bronzeavery.ffm.to/figureitoutAl…

In this week’s headlines:* The latest news on the monkeypox outbreak• A 66 year old man has become the 5th man to be cured of HIV• Out NFL player Carl Nassib has signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers• My review of the new Netflix rom-com 'Uncoupled' starring Neil Patrick HarrisAll that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.…