The Power of Politics, Pyrotechnics, and Pride – Plus an Interview With Congressman Jim Costa – (July 7th, 2023)

In this overstuffed episode, we talk about the hypocrisy of some of our local politicians, the recent Rainbow Day event at the Fresno Zoo, the importance of the rainbow flag, allyship, and coming out… AND we feature a great interview with LGBTQ ally Congressman Jim Costa who joins us to talk about his support for our community as well as some of his plans for the future of the Central Valley. And of course, Kaylia has book recommendations, Chris calls himself old and we say the word “kickball” at least 5 times. (Drink responsibly) Enjoy!

Please follow and support Congressman Jim Costa:

Website: https://costa.house.gov/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RepJimCosta 

Instagram: @repjimcosta

Twitter: @RepJimCosta

This episode featured CHIC BY AAVIRRAL / Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/chic License code: QRKG1RZUK1IEIS12

Other mentions: 

Garry Bredefeld

Diane Pearce

Outloud Sports

Fresno EOC LGBTQ Center

Kaylia’s Book  Picks:

Secret Life of Albert Entwistle / Matt Cain

Ghost Wood Song / Erica Waters

The Companions / Katie M Flynn

Price of Salt (Carol) / Patricia Highsmith And the podcast where Chris and Kaylia talk about the book vs movie… HERE)

Enchanted Detention ItsAQueerThang

Check out the latest episode of the It’s A Queer Thang Podcast! We talk to Gabriel from Detention in the Tower District about their new ownership, grand opening and rebranding. We get the EXCLUSIVE info on their new name, re-design and plans for the future. We dive into the Fresno County Board of Supervisor’s meeting and decision to bar the Fresno County Libraries from participating in the annual Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and what that all means. Then we discuss the latest developments in Wisconsin, where a local band was censored from performing an already approved Stonewall selection, a move by Seattle to create a civil emergency surrounding the influx of LGBTQ+ people fleeing the discrimination of other states, the need for LGBTQ+ people to re-locate to the coast, and remind everyone to VOTE VOTE VOTE. Listen to our show anywhere you get your podcasts. Our catalogue can be accessed at the following link https://kayliametcalfe.com/about/itsaqueerthang-radio-show Insta/Threads @itsaqueerthang Email us at itsaqueerthang@gmail.com GO FUNK BY MARTEKA Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/matrika/go
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Queer,loudmouth,skeptical-agnostic-pagan,book addict,coffee lover,wine drinker, SAHM,writer,editor,producer,podcaster. -She/her

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