Eve Kucharski
Dynasty Handbag's Sundance Debut, 'Weirdo Night,' Fights 'War on Nuance' Through Queer Culture
It's all in the name. "Weirdo Night" is a variety show comprising stand-up, music, performance art and the straight-up bizarre that the Los Angeles community has been returning to night after night since it started four years ago. The gritty, [...]
A Puzzle-Lover's Proposal
When Michigan native Lauren Lyon sat down at a Colorado drag queen bingo event just over two years ago, she was eager to get to know the local LGBTQ community a little better. She started talking to a group of women and was quickly warned to avoid [...]
Critically Acclaimed Polish Film 'Into the Night' Explores LGBTQ+ Issues Despite Hostile Political Environment
While everyone's upbringing is different, we can all think back to our most formative moments. More likely than not, those memories come from our adolescence, when we experienced a heightened version of reality — like the feeling of a first kiss, or [...]
Vintage with a Twist: Michigan Model in Ad Campaign That Queers '70s Beauty Standards
Without dispute, the '70s were an iconic fashion decade. Tie-dye, floral, bell-bottoms, mini (and maxi) dresses. It's not hard to pick out a seminal trend whose influence can be seen even in modern-day wear. But despite its fun fashion, the [...]
We're Here, We're Accessible and We're Dedicated': Jim Toy Center President Talks 2021 Goals
The Jim Toy Community Center has gone through a lot of changes in recent weeks. Simultaneously came the news that it would be forced to close its doors because of the novel coronavirus pandemic and that its past president, Travis Radina, would be [...]
Detroit Hip-Hop Artist Deidre D.S. SENSE Smith Takes Listeners on an Auditory 'Walk in the Park'
While there hasn't been a shortage of music to listen to during the pandemic, there's not been much in the way of new performances. And while it's not safe enough to go back out to one's favorite music venue just yet, Detroit hip-hop artist and the [...]
Michigan's Openly Gay ACLU Executive Director Dave Noble Accepts New Role as Peace Corps Chief of Staff
In 2019 Dave Noble took over as executive director for the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan succeeding Kary L. Moss who held the position for two decades. Noble will be leaving because he was tapped by the Biden Administration to serve as [...]
Biden Administration, LGBT Detroit Team Up to Talk Equity in First 100 Days
This week the nation felt a distinct political shift as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris took office. Within hours of taking on his new role, Biden signed 17 executive orders taking steps to loosen immigration restrictions, fight [...]
Groundwork Laid, Dave Coulter Starts First Full Term in 2021 With Clear Vision
While most politicians running for their first full term in office can boast related experience and background, few can say they have firsthand experience. That's the case with Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter, who, long before he was elected [...]
Fair and Equal Michigan Keeps Pushing for LGBTQ Rights Initiative in 2021
Since early 2020, the Fair and Equal Michigan coalition has continued to push to amend Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to include protections for sexual orientation and gender identity. In 2021, the group is continuing its efforts. And [...]
Michigan Attorney General Nessel to Appeal LGBTQ Discrimination Lawsuit
Earlier this month Michigan Court of Claims Judge Christopher M. Murray heard two cases regarding the denial of services to LGBTQ patrons in light of held religious beliefs. They involved Rouch World, a Sturgis park and wedding venue that refused to [...]
Podcast Creators Talk 'Gayest Episode Ever' in Your Favorite Sitcoms
Sitcoms have been classic American TV fare since the 1940s, but it's arguable that they didn't really hit their stride until the '80s and '90s when previously held records for viewership shattered and reached the hundreds of millions. That's also [...]