We remember trans advocate Elisa Rae Shupe, Maine’s governor takes on Trump in the White House, and Raquel Willis is named a Time Magazine Woman of the Year – February 24, 2025
This week on Queer News: We remember trans trailblazer Elisa Rae Shupe, her fight for recognition, and the heartbreaking circumstances of her passing.
This week on Queer News: We remember trans trailblazer Elisa Rae Shupe, her fight for recognition, and the heartbreaking circumstances of her passing. In politics, Maine’s governor stands tall against Trump’s anti-trans rhetoric. In culture and entertainment, we celebrate Raquel Willis, named one of Time’s Women of the Year, and her powerful message to the trans community. Brittney Griner cancels a speaking engagement over a suspicious hotel message and Angel Reese dominates making Unrivaled history. 🎧🏳️🌈
This week’s highlights: 🏳️⚧️ Honoring Elisa Rae Shupe’s legacy & final words 🏆 Raquel Willis’ Time Woman of the Year honor ⚖️ Maine Gov. Janet Mills vs. Trump on trans rights 🚨 Brittney Griner’s safety scare at a hotel 🏀 Angel Reese’s historic 20-20 game in Unrivaled
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An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. New pod every Monday by 7am CT.
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