Jason A. Michael
Jason A. Michael is a senior staff writer for Between The Lines and Pride Source Media Group. He has been writing for BTL since 1999. Jason is also an Essence bestselling author. He may be reached at [email protected].
This New Grindr Term Was Just Added as an Option Thanks to Michigan Sex Therapist
Gay men get down in a variety of ways, so if you’re not a top, bottom or vers, then maybe you’re a “side.” The term was coined right here in Michigan, by Royal Oak psychotherapist and sex expert Dr. Joe Kort. Now, thanks to [...]
Michigan's Diverse LGBTQ+ Community Inspired This Stunning New Mural at The Ringwald Theatre at Affirmations
The Ringwald Theatre, now operating inside Affirmations LGBTQ+ community center in Ferndale, has unveiled a new mural by local artist detroit_baklava, aka Brian Lacey.The mural, which is untitled and measures 20-by-12 feet, now resides in the large [...]
Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow Doesn't Hold Back at Affirmations Wine Party: 'They F*cked With the Wrong Mom'
Affirmations LGBTQ+ community center in Ferndale welcomed a crowd of over 250 to their annual Wine Party — the first since the pandemic — on Saturday, April 30. The party raised a total of $31,000 for the center, including $26,000 in cash [...]
Michigan-Based 'Renovated to Death' Author Draws on Love of Old Houses for First Cozy Mystery Novel
Lambda Literary Award-winning author and Pleasant Ridge resident Frank Anthony Polito has a new book out this month. “Renovated to Death,” billed as the first in a new series, will be released May 31 (Kensington Publishing Group). The book is [...]
Artist Nancy Rosen Has Painted Vaginas and Pigs For Lily Tomlin's 'Grace and Frankie' Character
Chicago-based artist Nancy Rosen, the creative force behind Lily Tomlin’s Frankie on Netflix’s “Grace and Frankie,” has watched with glee as the show, popular with LGBTQ+ audiences, has exposed her artwork to the world. [...]
Here's What to Expect From Ferndale Pride 2022
Ferndale Pride has just announced details for its 2022 Pride celebration, set for Saturday, June 4, including an exciting entertainment lineup and several unique opportunities to join in the fun. For a second time, Flint native Tunde Olaniran will [...]
Lil Nas X to Kick Off Tour in Detroit, Snubs Texas
The one and only Lil Nas X has announced his first tour. The “Long Live Montero” tour will kick off Tuesday, Sept. 6 in Detroit at The Fillmore. Tickets are on sale now. Lil Nas X announced the tour just days ago on [...]
Where Cannabis and Community Meet: This Lesbian-Owned Detroit Home Is Also a Bud-and-Breakfast for Femmes and Friends
You’ve heard of a bed-and-breakfast. But have you ever heard of a bud-and-breakfast?Copper House is, holistically speaking, an oasis in the middle of northwest Detroit for the conscious cannabis consumer. And if you need a translation, try [...]
Lesbian Tutor Mattea Roach Starts Week Off with 14 'Jeopardy!' Wins
Mattea Roach, the 23-year-old Toronto-based tutor, has emerged from the shadows of trans “Jeopardy!” Champion Amy Schneider and suddenly found herself in the midst of her own incredible winning streak. Roach, who identifies as lesbian on [...]
Did Southeast Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Community Fail Fallen Leader as New Doc Alleges?
There is a lot to be gleaned from the new Jeffrey Montgomery documentary “America, You Kill Me.” Viewers learn of his early days, the death of his lover, the creation of the Detroit-based Triangle Foundation and Montgomery’s many [...]
Did a Homophobic Michigan Senate Block This Openly Gay Whitmer Appointee?
Former State Rep. Jon Hoadley, appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to serve on the board of Western Michigan University, was denied that opportunity by the Republican-controlled Michigan Senate in what opponents say amounts to [...]
A 'Transformative' Legacy: Ruth Ellis Center Executive Director Jerry Peterson Exits Post After 9 Years
As Jerry Peterson resigns his position as executive director of the Ruth Ellis Center (REC) after nearly a decade, he speaks of leaving Detroit, the city he has called home for the past nine years, with regret.“I love Detroit,” Peterson, [...]