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Every week, join the Chambers brothers as they discuss anything and everything to do with the Dallas Stars, the NHL, and sometimes whatever they want! Live episodes immediately after EVERY Stars game and once-a-week 1 hour episodes! Follow us on TikTok (@starcasticr), Instagram (@starcasticr), and X (@StarcasticR), like us on Facebook, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and join our Discord server! Also, please consider supporting us by checking out our merch store at starcasticremarksshop.co ...
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The LGBTQ experience is more than just a rainbow flag, it’s a movement. The PRIDE podcast hosted by Levi Chambers celebrates every person under the queer umbrella with skillful journalism and engaging interviews. Ever wondered about the queer pirates of the Caribbean? How about the origins of the expression "coming out" or the queer history of the United States? Join us as we provide a platform to LGBTQ+ people with stories to tell — stories about sexuality, gender, love, laughter or anythin ...
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This week on PRIDE, we’re going to be so kind and rewind in honor of the end of the camping season and revisit Camp Lost Boys with Rocco Kayiatos. Camp Lost Boys is a place where age, sexual orientation, race, religion, and political leanings don’t matter. But all the campers have one important thing in common: they’re all trans men. Follow Rocco o…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James take a look at the top storylines going into this year's training camp, how the Stars' prospects did against the Red Wings prospects at the Traverse City tournament, and finish up with some notes on the season preview Josh and Razor did on Victory+ about the Stars upcoming 2024-2025 seas…
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This week on PRIDE, we’re going to hit rewind and take a look back in time to ask a vital historical question. Was Greece A Gay Utopia? Professor Andrew Lear is going to teach us that that question isn’t quite as simple as it seems. Your host is Levi Chambers, co-founder of Gayety. Follow the show and keep up the conversation, @Pride on IG. Want mo…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan and Chris discuss the tragedy of the Gaudreau brothers, the excitement and expectation for Victory+, and three questions facing the Stars according to NHL.com. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helping us grow! Follow the pod on social m…
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Right now, the US is kind of a sh*tshow when it comes to our civil liberties. In the LGBTQ+ community and beyond, we’re facing all kinds of threats on our rights. And that’s why on September 14th of this year, a historic march is set to take place in our nation’s capital. Today, we’re speaking with Raquel Willis and Eliel Cruz, the visionary organi…
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Where do psychedelic drugs and healing trauma converge for the queer community? Mind-altering plants have been used for thousands of years for spiritual and medicinal purposes. And despite the changing regulations in recent history, they’ve made a big comeback. Naturally occurring compounds like psilocybin (magic mushrooms), ayahuasca, and Ketamine…
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hen you think about professional sports, you probably don’t think of it as a welcoming place for the LGBTQ+ community. And that’s because it hasn’t been. But regardless of current underrepresentation, the queer community has always been a part of the sports world. Fast forward to modern day, one man is making sure the queer community has a spot on …
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan and Chris start with where they think each team is going to finish in the Eastern Conference standings for the 2024-2025 season, continue with Jake Oettinger's chances to make the American 4 Nations Cup team, and finish with talk about why the Stars' step back on the defense next season won't be a dealbre…
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If you’ve ever been to a gay or queer-focused bar you’ve probably heard the term Gay Water as slang for the classic vodka soda mixed drink. This slang term dates back to the original Stonewall Inn and has been a staple amongst the queer party scene. And yet… the vast majority of beverage brands are owned by cis, hetero, middle-aged white men. This …
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James discuss where they think each team is going to finish in the Western Conference standings for the 2024-2025 season. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helping us grow! Follow the pod on social media including TikTok, Twi…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James discuss the grades for all of the Stars' defensemen & goaltenders from the 2023-2024 season. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helping us grow! Follow the pod on social media including TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and Fa…
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In a world where social media shapes how we perceive and connect with the world, content creators can play a huge role in building community and spreading positive messages. Today, we’re talking with Chris Stanley, a dynamic gay content creator, known for his engaging presence across YouTube and TikTok. From funny memes to candid street interviews,…
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If there were a competition for the most difficult to manage space as a queer person, the Mormon church would definitely be a contender. But that hasn’t stopped our guests today from fighting for a world where their faith and relationship can coexist. Today on PRIDE, we’re sitting down with Charlie Bird and Ryan Clifford to explore their complex an…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James discuss what Thomas Harley's next contract will be and what Benn's and Seguin's future contracts look like at the twilight of their careers. Then, they move on to grading how each of the Stars' forwards did last year. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your…
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Is healthcare a right or a privilege? Amid a national debate, one group finds itself in the crosshairs - the transgender community. Today, we’re diving headfirst into a hot-button issue that’s making waves in news and politics - the critical role of mental health support in gender-affirming care. This week, we’re speaking with Dr. Angela Rodriguez,…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James start with the NHL teams who are the biggest winners and losers post-free agency, the loss of Faksa in a trade to St. Louis, and the bold news by the Stars of mutually ending the contract with their regional sports network partner, Bally Sports, and going to a FREE direct-to-consumer str…
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Wrestling and the WWE have been the cornerstone of masculinity since their creation. Despite the fancy colors and over-the-top costumes, bulging muscles, and manly screams, the queer community is still a part of this world. So, what would it look like if a former WWE star completed a full trans-feminine journey and returned to the ring? Today on PR…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James recap the day that was opening day of free agency. They discuss how they feel, how social media is feeling, and much more from the last couple of days. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helping us grow! Follow the pod o…
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*NOTE: Chris Tanev trade to Toronto happened AFTER the time of this recording.* Ryan Suter gets bought out of the last year of his deal with the Dallas Stars. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they discuss what this could mean and other storylines surrounding this news. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! I…
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In honor of the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, we’re releasing a special episode with a co-owner of the famous Stonewall Inn Stacy Lentz. In case you didn’t know the Stonewall Inn was the epicenter of the queer liberation movement and is considered a vital piece of history. Around the mid-90s the Stonewall Inn was on the verge of closing its d…
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In this special episode of Starcastic Remarks, David Castillo joins Ryan on the show to discuss possible draft options for the Stars' 1st round pick, other draft stuff, Chris Tanev, and much, much more! Please make sure you go and follow David Castillo (@DavidCastilloAC) on X, and also go and subscribe to his Substack! He's always writing fantastic…
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In this special episode of Starcastic Remarks, Juraj Kralik joins Ryan on the show to discuss possible draft options for the Stars' 1st round pick, draft philosophy, and lots of offseason hockey talk. Please make sure you go and follow Juraj (@JuroKral) on X! He's a great follow for any Stars' fan! https://twitter.com/JuroKral Please consider leavi…
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Yvie Oddly took the world by storm when she strutted her way to victory in the eleventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Her unique style and boundary-pushing performances earned her a spot as one of the most influential drag queens, as recognized by New York Magazine in June 2019. In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the wonderfully weird world …
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In this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan and Chris discuss Alex Meruelo relinquishing his rights as the Coyotes' owner, several big trades including Pierre-Luc Dubois heading to the Capitals, what the Stars can learn from the Panthers winning the Stanley Cup, Dellandrea being traded, and whether or not Patrick Kane or Patrik Laine would be a goo…
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In 2022, Donia Kash made a significant mark in television history as the first openly nonbinary actor to lead a Hallmark film, portraying the character of Suzette in The Secrets of Bella Vista. This week on PRIDE, they share their insights from that groundbreaking experience. Plus, we delve into Donia's multilingual upbringing, and discuss their pe…
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In this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James discuss if their feelings have changed in a week and a half since losing to the Oilers in Game 6, what happened in the Oilers series and how they fix it, Harley's playoff performance, Pavelski announcing his "retirement?", re-signing Tanev and Duchene, and end it with a "Who Cares?" segm…
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Join us on a journey to Roanoke, Virginia, a small city in the Appalachian South with a vibrant, untold queer history. Despite its conservative surroundings, Roanoke stands as a resilient hub for LGBTQ+ life. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Samantha Rosenthal, author of "Living Queer History, Remembrance and Belonging in a Southern City." Through a…
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This week on Pride, we explore the profound journey of surrogacy through the inspiring story of Zarah Hilliard, a young queer mom and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. Zarah shares her experiences as she embarks on her second surrogacy journey, helping same-sex couples start families. We also hear from Daryl and Randall, two dads who worked wit…
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The Stars' season ends in Game 6 against the Oilers losing by a final score of 2 to 1. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they give their initial emotional responses to losing in Western Conference Final again, the hope for the future, and what the off-season holds for the Stars. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your po…
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The Stars fall to the Oilers 3 to 1 to take a 3 to 2 series lead in the Western Conference Final. Join Ryan and Chris as they discuss the penalty kill, getting outnumbered in puck battles, and the lack of urgency in the Stars' game overall. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helpin…
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In the complete opposite of Game 3, the Stars start off with a two goal lead early in the 1st period, but end up losing to the Oilers by a final score of 5 to 2. Join Chris as he breaks down the game including the powerplay that hasn't been helping them out this series, the significant and concerning injury status of Chris Tanev, and much more! Ple…
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This week on PRIDE, we get a behind the scenes look at the hit Netflix series, Baby Reindeer with Nava Mau who plays Teri. ​​The darkly funny and intense seven-part series is based on the real story of Richard Gadd, who stars as Donny, a comedian who is relentlessly stalked by a woman after he offers her a free drink at the bar he works at. The ser…
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1st period, bad. 2nd period, good. 3rd period, great. The Stars come back to win Game 3 after an abysmal 1st period by a final score of 5 to 3. Join Chris and James as they discuss Robertson's hat trick, the quick response by the Stars in the 2nd after a terrible 1st period, and much more! Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you lis…
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The Stars don't play their best game, BUT they get the win with a stronger 2nd half to their game. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they talk about Oettinger's elite play to keep them in the game in the 1st, the improved defensively play in the 2nd, and the changes by Pete DeBoer in the 3rd. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you lis…
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The Stars open the Western Conference Final in the 2024 playoffs with a 3 to 2 loss in double overtime to the Edmonton Oilers. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they discuss the problems with the powerplay, Oettinger's stellar performance, Seguin's two goal game, and much more! Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your pod…
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On this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan and Chris discuss the upcoming Western Conference Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Dallas Stars. They dig into the differences between these two teams' play style especially in the playoffs, the glaring opposites in net, whether Hintz will be able to play Game 1, and much more! Please consider le…
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We’ve come a long way, Pride listeners. Six weeks ago, we started on this journey to better understand the queer history of the United States. And re-listening to this series, which we originally aired in 2020, we're reminded of how many extraordinary stories there are. We began by looking at the many genders in the indigenous nations of pre-coloni…
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The Dallas Stars close out the series against the Avalanche by winning Game 6 in double overtime by a final score of THREE to one. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they discuss Game 6 at 1:30 in the morning including the cowardice of the NHL by calling off Marchment's goal in the first overtime, the defensive prowess of Tanev and Oettinger, and how m…
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The Avalanche push back winning Game 5 by a final score of 5 to 3. Join Ryan and Chris as they discuss the losing battle in special teams, Oetttinger's not-so-bleak start, and much more! Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helping us grow! Follow the pod on social media including Ti…
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Last week we learned that the 15th president of the United States, James Buchanan, may have been gay. Unfortunately, we also learned he was kind of garbage, so we’re not going to claim him. Today, we forge ahead into Part 5 of our series on the queer history of the United States. Not only is our guide, best-selling author and LGBTQ+ historian Dr. E…
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Despite all of the off-ice drama happening with the Colorado Avalanche, the Stars take it to the Avs and utterly dominate them with a Game 4 win of 5 to 1, and they now lead the series 3 games to 1. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they start with the bombshell news of Val Nichuskin's suspension, Wyatt Johnston's early Conn Smythe campaign, and much …
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The Stars' road game goes against the Avalanche's home game, and the Stars prevail winning the game 4 to 1 with two empty net goals and taking a 2 to 1 series lead in the second round. Join Ryan and James as they discuss the stifling defensive game the Stars played, their improved penalty killing, their opportunistic offense, and much much more! Pl…
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The Stars take a 4 to 0 lead into the 2nd intermission. The Avalanche make it interesting with 3 goals in the 3rd, but Dallas holds on to tie the series at 1 with 5 to 3 win. Join Ryan, Chris, and James as they discuss the explosion of offense from Hintz, special teams being a difference, and Colorado's ability to comeback in games to "make it inte…
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It’s an election year again. And the first time we aired this series – A Queer History of the United States – was the last election year, 2020. This year, we have a record-breaking choice between the two oldest men in the history of the presidential race. And four years ago, they set that record for the first time. But we’re not here to talk about …
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The Stars jump out to an early 3 to 0 lead after the 1st period, but wouldn't score again as Colorado comes back 4 to 3 in overtime to take a 1 to 0 series lead. Join Ryan and Chris as they discuss numerous frustrations in the game. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goes a long way in helping us gro…
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Before Game 1 starts on Tuesday, join Ryan, Chris, and James as they discuss the wrap-up of the Vegas series including the comments by Stone and Cassidy, how the Stars matchup against the Avalanche, and (despairingly) talk about the five-man defensemen rotation. Please consider leaving us a 5 star review anywhere you listen to your podcasts! It goe…
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The new Mr. Game 7, Wyatt Johnston, and Radek Faksa score for the Stars as they de-throne the defending Stanley Cup Champion Vegas Golden Knights by a final score of 2 to 1 in the game and win the series 4 to 3. Join Ryan, James, and (briefly) Chris as they discuss whether Johnston is the new Mr. Game 7, Oettinger and his ramped-up play throughout …
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Noah Hanifin scores halfway through the 3rd period piercing Oettinger on Vegas' way to a 2 to 0 win forcing the series to return to Dallas for a Game 7. Join Ryan and Chris as they discuss Oettinger's stellar play, the absence of some of the Stars' best players offensively, and the lack of capitalizing on their chances. Please consider leaving us a…
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Dallas takes their first lead in the first round series defeating the Knights 3 to 2 in Game 5. Join Ryan and Chris as they discuss the enormous save by Oettinger on Stephenson in the 3rd period, the curious decision by Vegas head coach Bruce Cassidy to go with Adin Hill instead of Thompson, and the Pietrangelo & Seguin situation. Please consider l…
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