This week on Queer News: We celebrate a huge win as Boston declares itself a sanctuary city, devastating cuts to HIV prevention funding, and Doechii is shaking up the charts.
Family, it’s your favorite queer radio personality, Anna DeShawn, and this is Queer News—your go-to source where race & sexuality meet politics, culture, and entertainment.
This week, we celebrate a huge win as Boston declares itself a sanctuary city for trans and queer folks, setting a powerful precedent for protection and inclusion. But while some progress is made, we’re also facing new threats—Trump’s administration is considering devastating cuts to HIV prevention funding, putting lives at risk. Meanwhile, LGBTQ+ veterans discharged under Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell are finally getting long-overdue justice. And in culture and entertainment, Doechii is shaking up the charts, Patrik Ian Polk is set to bring a Black queer classic to the screen, and women’s basketball is thriving like never before. You already know—this is an episode you don’t want to miss. So let’s get into it! 🌈✊🏾🏳️⚧️✨
03:20 🏙️ Boston takes a stand – The city declares itself a sanctuary for trans and queer communities, ensuring protection and support. 05:56 💰 HIV funding at risk – The Trump administration threatens to slash $700M from prevention programs, endangering crucial services. 09:09 🎖️ Justice for LGBTQ+ vets – Those dishonorably discharged under Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell finally get a chance to reclaim their benefits.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment:
12:20 🎤 Doechii’s viral takeover – Her track “Anxiety” dominates TikTok, with Will Smith joining in on the trend. 15:26 📚 A Black queer classic on screen – Patrik Ian Polk is set to direct Invisible Life, bringing a groundbreaking novel to life. 17:04 🏆 Women’s basketball makes history – Unrivaled crowns its first-ever champion, proving the power of women in sports.
19:30 💬 💡 Anna’s Got a Word: This week’s message is all about perseverance—how we push forward, no matter the obstacles.
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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.
Edited by Ryan Woodhall.
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