I don't watch "Cake Boss" and haven't followed Carmen Carrera closely as of late, so this was news to me when I received a statement from her PR team regarding the episode she appeared in on June 11, 2012. It's an unfortunate turn of events, but it seems like TLC did the right thing and pulled the episode. Read Carmen's official statement in the press release below. … [Read more...] about Carmen Carrera responds to transgender degradation on TLC’s ‘Cake Boss’
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Mimi Imfurst and her XELLE band mates speak out about ‘Invincible’ and bullying
Back in mid-February 2012, the all girl band XELLE released the single and video for "Invincible," an inspirational and upbeat dance song that also addresses the serious topic of LGBT bullying. The single can be downloaded from iTunes and Amazon. Your purchase helps provide financial support to the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network (GLSEN). During an interview … [Read more...] about Mimi Imfurst and her XELLE band mates speak out about ‘Invincible’ and bullying
A-List Dallas’ James Doyle talks about growing up gay, bullying, and coming out
Have you been watching "The A-List: Dallas" on Logo? This cast is sooo different from "The A-List: New York" but sooo good at the same time! In the midst of the all of the drink throwing and other folly that comes with reality TV, the cast has addressed some serious issues as well. Several cast members have talked about their coming out experiences. Some of the final words … [Read more...] about A-List Dallas’ James Doyle talks about growing up gay, bullying, and coming out
Reaction to Glee’s Prom Queen Episode
I'm glad I've been so busy lately that I missed out on the spoilers that leaked about the prom episode of "Glee." Below is an excerpt from an article by Jeanne Sager at The Stir about the May 10, 2011 "Prom Queen" episode of "Glee." I like Jeanne's perspective and it was really well written: "Prom. It's supposed to be the most important night of any normal high school kid's … [Read more...] about Reaction to Glee’s Prom Queen Episode
March 2011: IN THE LIFE “Our Bodies, Our Rights”
Episode Summary LGBT youth who go through the juvenile justice system are likely to encounter discrimination and abuse. In our lead segment, “Juvenile Injustice,” IN THE LIFE features the stories of youth in ill equipped correctional institutions and the advocates who are fighting for change. Next, young people are transcending the boundaries of gender-normative behavior … [Read more...] about March 2011: IN THE LIFE “Our Bodies, Our Rights”