Tune in for LGBTQ news from the writer/editor of TheRandyReport.com, a daily blog reporting on the current news cycle in terms of... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • The 2024 elections have come and gone and while my presidential candidate didn’t win, there... more
In this week’s headlines: • LGBTQ voters could play an outsize role in the who wins the 2024 presidential election • Ireland... more
Today I’m chatting Andy Bell, frontman for the legendary electropop duo Erasure, whose hits include “A Little Respect,” “Chains of... more
In this week’s LGBTQ news: • A conservative group’s boycott of LGBTQ-friendly businesses in Ohio backfires, causing a surprise uptick in... more
Today, I’m chatting with Emmy Award winner Kevin Spirtas about the debut of season 3 of his 6-time Emmy Award-winning... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • A Florida school district must restore dozens of LGBTQ-themed books to its libraries as part... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Taking a look at the LGBTQ records of Democratic presidential ticket Kamala Harris and Tim... more
In this week’s LGBTQ news: • California has banned the forced outing of LGBTQ students • A gay circuit party was evicted... more
In this week’s headlines: • President Biden has pardoned LGBTQ military service members who were discharged for being queer under Don’t... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • A federal court has permanently blocked Florida’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors and... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • This month marked the 20th anniversary of marriage equality in the U.S., and a new... more
In this week’s headlines: • The United Methodist Church has voted to reverse its ban on gay clergy • A federal appeals... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • A controversial new law in Kansas could keep minors from accessing non-explicit LGBTQ websites • The... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • International pop star and actor Ricky Martin stars in the new Apple TV+ series "Palm... more
In this week’s episode: • More details emerge about the cause of death of Oklahoma transgender teen Nex Benedict • Major parts... more
In this week's LGBTQ news headlines: • Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary student in Oklahoma, died one day after a physical... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Amber Glenn came out on top at this year’s U.S. Figure skating championship becoming the... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • We’re just a few weeks into 2024, but we’ve already seen nearly 300 anti-LGBTQ bills... more
My guest today is Broadway veteran and award-winning recording artist Matt Zarley, who released his spectacular musical web series "11... more
As we head into 2024, I wanted to take a pause to look at some of the big news and... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • A new study reveals the “Gayest” states in the U.S. • Thailand’s cabinet has approved an... more
World AIDS Day is observed each year on December 1 as an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the... more
Today I'm chatting with Bryan Ruby, rising out country music singer/songwriter who’s just released his new holiday single “It’s A... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • The House Ethics Committee has issued its blistering report on truth-challenged out Rep. George Santos,... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • Truth-challenged gay Congressman George Santos survives a House vote to expel him from office. • We... more
In this week’s headlines: • International pop star and LGBTQ ally Janet Jackson will headline a World AIDS Day concert •... more
In this week’s LGBTQ news: • Laphonza Butler has become the first out Black lesbian senator in the U.S. Senate • Pope... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • California's Gov. Gavin Newsom signs 9 pro-LGBTQ bills into law • HIV transmissions are higher among... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • The Hungarian edition of ELLE Magazine features two gay dads on the cover celebrating rainbow... more
In this week’s episode: • LGBTQ military veterans are suing the Defense Department for denying them honorable discharges during the years... more
I’m going to take a slight pivot from LGBTQ news this episode. As some listeners - or readers of The... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • Two stories from Italy as government officials have begun removing the names of non-biological gay... more
In this episode, I’m chatting with America’s favorite gay comic - Matteo Lane. Named one of Variety’s Top Ten Comics... more
In this week’s headlines: • Michigan lawmakers have passed legislation banning so-called conversion therapy • A federal judge has blocked Florida’s new... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Gallup Polling reports support for same-sex relations has dropped by 7 percent in one year •... more
In this week's headlines: • Target became the target of anti-LGBTQ ire for its annual Pride Month merchandise • The CDC reports... more
In this week’s headlines: • International pop star George Michael will be posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of... more
Chatting with the oh-so-talented LGBTQ journalist - John Casey, Senior Editor and lead columnist for the world's oldest and largest... more
In this week’s headlines: • If you think there are a LOT of anti-LGBTQ bills in state legislatures this year, you’re... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • Florida lawmakers are trying to expand the state’s hideous Don’t Say Gay law • Three men... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • LGBTQ-inclusive films took home several top tier honors at this year’s Academy Awards • Kentucky has passed... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A new study found children of same-sex parents have home lives and outcomes that are... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • The number of adults in the US who identify as LGBTQ has doubled in the past... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • Missouri lawmakers are considering the most extreme "Don’t Say Gay" bill in the country • The... more
In this week's headlines: • The FDA is expected to ease restrictions on gay and bi men donating blood • The latest... more
In this week’s headlines: • Catching up on the train wreck that is out Congressman George Santos • Good Morning America host... more
As we head into 2023, I wanted to take a pause to look at some of the big news and... more
In this week’s LGBTQ news: • President Biden signs the Respect for Marriage Act into law. • Out WNBA player Brittney Griner released... more
In this week’s headlines: • The US Senate approved the Respect for Marriage Act which will enshrine same-sex marriage rights into... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A deadly mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs resulted in 5 dead... more
In this week’s headlines: • Recapping the LGBTQ highlights of the midterm elections • Russia is about to pass even stricter... more
In this week's headlines: • Remembering Emmy Award winning out actor Leslie Jordan (Will & Grace, Call Me Kat) • A new... more
"Everybody Dance" is a new documentary about Bonnie Schlachte’s Ballet For All Kids dance studio in California. As the name... more
In this week’s headlines: • Billy Eichner’s hilarious gay romantic comedy "Bros" arrives in theaters. My review plus thoughts on the... more
In this week’s headlines: • 'Bridgerton' star Jonathan Bailey joins the cast of the upcoming film adaptations of the Broadway musical... more
In this week’s headlines: • The Senate will NOT be voting on the Respect for Marriage Act before the midterm elections •... more
In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • The pace of new monkeypox cases has begun to slow, but will it last? • A... more
In this week’s headlines: * The latest news on the monkeypox outbreak • A 66 year old man has become the 5th... more
In this episode of The Randy Report, I'm talking with veteran Broadway performer Jerome Vivona. Jerome - whose Broadway credits include... more
In this week's headlines: • House Representatives and Senators have introduced a bill to protect marriage equality in the aftermath of... more
In this week's headlines: • The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and there are serious concerns for the LGBTQ community •... more
In this week's headlines: • President Biden issued executive orders meant to counter the raft of anti-LGBTQ laws being considered in... more
Today I'm chatting with New York native, Nashville-based singer/songwriter & multi instrumentalist Nicole Serrano - whose rich, soulful voice captures... more
Today I'm chatting with true triple threat Nick Adams, best known for his work in the Tony Winning Broadway musical... more
In this week’s headlines: • A leaked draft of a Supreme Court ruling has LGBTQ folks worried about the future of... more
Today I’m talking to Emmy Award winner Kevin Spirtas - who has spent years, among many other roles, playing Dr.... more
Today my guest is Channing Luke-Silver, or as he's known in the remixing world - Lukesavant. Lukesavant has just released his... more
Join me as I chat with Jackson Fox, the first openly transgender man to compete on the long-running reality competition,... more
In this week's LGBTQ news: • Ariana DeBose made LGBTQ history at this year’s Academy Awards • Florida’s Don’t Say Gay bill... more
In this week’s headlines: • The dangerous practice of conversion therapy costs the US over $9 billion a year • Florida’s anti-LGBTQ... more
In this episode: • LGBTQ athletes represent at the Olympics • Florida’s hateful Don’t Say Gay bill is progressing through the state... more
In this episode, I chat with the oh-so-charming Trevor LaPaglia about his terrific web series, “The Disappointments.” “The Disappointments” is a... more
In this week's headlines: • France bans the harmful practice of so-called 'conversion therapy' • Florida Republicans are pushing new legislation being... more
In this week's headlines: • Researchers have discovered new "kick and kill" strategy to perhaps eliminate HIV • Amid a huge... more
There was a lot in 2021 that was just heinous and I’m happy to leave it behind. But I did... more
Today I’m speaking with international pop star and actress Vanessa Williams, who is currently serving as one of the celebrity... more
In this week's headlines: • Chile and Switzerland approve marriage equality, and Tokyo takes a step forward • Former 'Empire' star Jussie... more
Today I’m talking with Rich Burns, the creator of the new web series, "The Disappointments." In addition to writing the... more
In this week’s headlines: • The US Navy christens a new ship named after iconic LGBTQ activist Harvey Milk • LGBTQ people... more
In this week’s headlines: • Kal Penn, star of the "Harold & Kumar" movie franchise, casually came out this week as... more
In this week’s headlines: • Jon Gruden, head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders, resigns amid a homophobic racist email scandal •... more
In this week’s headlines: • The U.S. military will soon provide full veterans benefits to those who were ousted under the... more
In this week's headlines: • Colorado Gov. Jared Polis made history as the first out governor to get married while in... more
In this week’s headlines: • We saw the first active professional baseball player come out as gay • Moderna has begun phase... more
In this week's headlines: • Team LGBTQ brings home the medals at this year's Olympic Summer Games in Tokyo • Las Vegas... more
In this week’s headlines: • Luke Prokop, of the Nashville Predators, came out as gay becoming the first active player in... more
Talking with LGBTQ activist Aaron Baldwin about corporate support during Pride Month, pinkwashing (what is it?), how to best connect... more
In this week's headlines: • Carl Nassib of the Las Vegas Raiders comes out as gay • Supreme Court ruling addresses religious-based... more
In this week’s headlines: • Presidential Pride proclamations are back • Congress votes to make Pulse Nightclub a national memorial • Gay men... more
In this week’s headlines: • A 13-year-old student was brutally bullied in her school hallway as other students stood laughing and... more
In this week’s headlines: • Catholic priests in Germany defy the Vatican and bless same-sex unions • GLAAD looks at social media... more
In this week's headlines: • Scoring Joe Biden’s LGBTQ accomplishments during his first 100 days in office • The AMA begs governors... more
In this week’s headlines: • President Biden appoints an out police chief to head up Customs and Border Protections • A new... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • First-ever presidential proclamation for Transgender Day of Visibility • Arkansas has passed a series of anti-LGBTQ... more
In this week's headlines: • Japan takes a baby step towards marriage equality • A transgender student won a large settlement in... more
In this week’s headlines: • The European Union’s Parliament declared all 27 member countries an LGBT Freedom Zone • GLAAD announces they... more
In this week's headlines: • A new Gallup Poll shows more people identify as LGBTQ than ever before • Virginia has outlawed... more
Today I’m speaking to the oh-so-charming Kevin Spirtas - one of the co-creators, writers and stars of the acclaimed LGBTQ... more
Today I’m speaking with four-time Grammy Award-winner Olivia Newton-John and her daughter, singer/songwriter Chloe Lattanzi who recently released their new... more
In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • Country music star TJ Osborne comes out as gay • Pete Buttigieg becomes first openly gay... more
In this week's headlines: • Joe Biden becomes president and goes to work for LGBTQ Americans on Day One including reversing... more
In this week's headlines: • What can queer people expect from Joe Biden's first 100 days in office? • Donald Trump takes... more
There was a lot in 2020 that was just heinous and I’m happy to leave it behind. But I did... more
Musician and now-author Branden James first captivated millions as a finalist on Season 8 of 'America's Got Talent' in 2013... more
In this week's headlines: • More LGBTQ candidates won elections this year than ever before • US Supreme Court decision upholds high... more
World AIDS Day is held on the 1st day of December each year, and it is an opportunity for people worldwide... more
In this week’s headlines: • The Biden transition team has named LGBTQ White House veterans to prominent roles in the incoming... more
Today I’m speaking with award-winning author and artist Mike Curato, who recently released his debut YA graphic novel, FLAMER, a... more
In this week's headlines: • HIV diagnoses in the UK drop to their lowest levels in 20 years • Norway expands hate... more
In this week’s headlines: • Support for marriage equality has reached its highest percentage ever recorded • The United Kingdom’s Superdrug pharmacy... more
As a young actor, my first big break was being cast as the 'Magical Mr. Mistoffelees' in a brand new... more
Since the release of his 2019 single, the oh-so-romantic "Dancing in the Living Room," out singer/songwriter Cameron Hawthorn has continued... more
In this week's headlines: • Two Supreme Court Justices made it clear they'd like to overturn marriage equality in the US •... more
In this week’s headlines: • Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a fierce champion for LGBTQ rights, has died at the... more
In this episode I chat with my longtime (and awesomely talented) friend, Rachelle Rak, or as she’s known to countless... more
In this week's headlines: • The Trump campaign claims the Donald is the “most pro-gay president in American history” - but... more
In this week's headlines: • Longtime LGBTQ ally Sen. Kamala Harris is Joe Biden’s pick for running mate in the 2020... more
In this week's headlines: • An openly gay Instagram & TikTok star was found murdered in a possible hate crime • The... more
In this weeks' headlines: • The family of a gay Sheriff's Deputy who died of COVID-19 has been denied benefits... more
In this week's headlines: • For the first time, HIV appears to be eradicated using only medications • Poland's anti-LGBTQ president squeaks... more
Since the release of his 2019 single, the oh-so-romantic "Dancing in the Living Room," out singer/songwriter Cameron Hawthorn has continued to release... more