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EVENTS: Author Lucas Hildebrand Discusses His New Book, The Bars Are Ours: Histories and Cultures of Gay Bars in America, 1960 and After (December 5)
When: December 5
Where: Zoom and Facebook
Time: 6:30 p.m. EST
Virtual via Zoom and FaceBook Live
Registration required:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kcI9GBaiR0CF4nZ4e8Tz1A#/registrationConversation Series Hosted by Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library
Author Lucas Hilderbrand’s new book The Bars Are Ours: Histories and Cultures of Gay Bars in America, 1960, will be released on November 21 and at 6:30pm EST on December 5, 2023, Hilderbrand will be live on Zoom and Facebook to discuss and answer questions.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kcI9GBaiR0CF4nZ4e8Tz1A#/registration
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One Thing or Another Podcast #64: From the Archives: Comedy Legend Robin Tyler Joins the Show
We can all use some comic relief today, as well as some wisdom. Enjoy this ‘best of’ from the podcast archives, with legendary comic and activist Robin Tyler. We talk about Robin’s life and career, and get her take on the state of the country.
Robin Tyler is the first lesbian or gay comic to come out on national television, a feminist and pioneer in the grassroots struggle for LGBTQ civil rights and marriage equality in the U.S., and a producer.
She emceed and produced the main stage at three marches on Washington for LGBTQ rights, including the historic first National March On Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in 1979. Tyler coined the phrase “We are everywhere” as a rallying cry for the LGBTQ community.
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One Thing or Another Podcast #63: Author Dave Hughes Hits Launch Sequence with Fourth Book
It’s great to chat again with friend and prolific author Dave Hughes, founder of RetireFabulously, and soon-to-be author of four fabulous books in his new adult gay series. I’ve known Dave for quite a few years now, and had the pleasure of sharing his articles on retirement at my own LGBTSr.com website. He’s since moved into fiction writing, and he’s got a new one coming out in just a few days. Listen in as we talk about his life, his writing, and his new release, If I Seem Quiet …
About Dave Hughes
Dave Hughes has written three gay fiction novels, Maybe Next Year, Instant Adult, and Open Books, Closed Sets. His next novel, If I Seem Quiet…, will be released on November 17, 2023. These are the first four books in a series of six. His first short story, Cruise Virgins, is available free to subscribers of his newsletter. Chronologically, it fits between Open Books, Closed Sets and If I Seem Quiet… .
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Terri Schlichenmeyer’s Holiday Book Gift Guide (Fiction and Non-Fiction)
By Terri Schlichenmeyer
The Bookworm SezOne thin line.
There you are, you’ve just crossed off your last person, thereby finishing your Holiday Gift List for the year. But oops, you forgot that one hard-to-buy-for aunt, and you haven’t gotten anything for your babysitter. And, and, and… you’re out of ideas. So how about something to read? See if these great books don’t give you some guidance…
FICTION
The novel lover who’s always doing good things for other people may enjoy unwrapping “Just Do This One Thing for Me” by Laura Zimmermann (Dutton). It’s the story of a daughter who always does what her free-spirited mother asks of her – even if it gets her in trouble. Wrap it up with “Time’s Undoing” by Cheryl A. Head (Dutton), a novel about a woman who’s determined to learn how her great-grandfather died, and how what it means to her safety. Bonus: this book was based on the author’s own family history.
The reader who loves twisty tales of sister love and rivalry will want to unwrap “How to Care for a Human Girl” by Ashley Wurzbacher (Atria), the story of two sisters, two pregnancies, and a whole pile of resentments. Pair it up with “Before You Found Me” by Brooke Beyfuss (Sourcebooks). It’s a tale of choosing your family and sticking together.
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One Thing or Another: Age Is Not Just a Number
Narration provided by Wondervox.
By Mark McNease
Welcome back to the One Thing or Another column: A lighthearted look at life, aging, and the absurdities of it all.
“Age is just a number!” How many times have we heard this uttered with grating cheer, as if getting older was just a figment of someone else’s imagination. To this way of thinking, I’m not really real, I’m a number-defying sprite whose bones, sinews, and brain aren’t in their mid-60s, but somewhere preferable, perhaps 40. I have the luxury of pretending to be any age but the one I am. I’ve always cringed when I heard this, and I always will.
Age is not just a number. Age is empirical. Age is a measurement—how many times the Earth has traveled around the sun, with me on the bridge watching it all speed by. Age is the number of years my knees have carried my fluctuating weight, and how many mornings my eyes have opened to a new day. Age is the truth, and I’m not someone who wants to hide from it with platitudes, euphemisms, and make-believe.
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Savvy Senior: Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Look Out For
Article narration provided by Wondervox.
By Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
I’m currently enrolled in original Medicare but have been thinking about switching to a Medicare Advantage plan during the open enrollment period. Many of the Medicare Advantage ads I’ve seen offer lots of extra benefits beyond what traditional Medicare offers and no monthly premiums. What are your thoughts?
Considering a Switch
Dear Considering,
Be very leery of the Medicare Advantage ads on TV, radio, social media and that come in the mail. While many of these ads may tout free vision, hearing, dental and other benefits with zero monthly premiums, they aren’t always what they claim to be.
Advantage Basics
Medicare Advantage or MA plans (also known as Medicare Part C) are government approved health plans sold by private insurance companies that you can choose in place of original Medicare. The vast majority of Advantage plans are managed-care policies such as HMOs or PPOs that require you to get your care within a network of doctors in a geographic area. You can sign up for one of them during open-enrollment season from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.
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Cat Talk Radio with Molly DeVoss and Co-Host Dewey Vaugh: Adolescence in Cats
One of our listeners, Teague, sent in seven very thoughtful questions about adolescence in cats. This is a crucial period for your cat, as the kitten social development period is, that can dictate their personality as an adult. Learn when adolescence is, the behaviors to expect, and the best way to mitigate behavior issues during this time.
Cat Talk Radio is all about cats, what makes them do what they do, why they occasionally misbehave and what cat guardians can do to fix it. We educate you on how to modify unwanted cat behavior by providing the proper environment and stimulation, enabling cats to express their natural behaviors in ways that are preferable for both the humans and cats. You will learn how to have fun with your cat, fascinating cat facts and be inspired to try new things, which will lead to a happier relationship and closer bond with your cat. We’ll also call attention to the plight of cats in our country, feel compassion for their challenges and share the message.
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One Thing or Another Podcast #62: Author Bruce W. Bishop Talks Historical Fiction
Welcome to the re-launch of the One Thing or Another Podcast. Today I spoke with author Bruce W. Bishop about his life and writing. I had the pleasure of meeting Bruce in Halifax recently, and I’ve just started reading the third book in his trilogy.
Here’s a fun video trailer I did for the Bruce W. Bishop interview
My Community
Wherever you live in the world, your homeland may have already influenced me! Not that I have been to every country, but when I was a fulltime travel writer, I did visit towns and cities from Aarhus, Denmark to Zipolite, Mexico…and everywhere in between. My bucket list is to go anywhere in South America, since I’ve not been to that continent (nor Antarctica, but cold destinations are not typically my favorites)!
‘Unconventional Daughters‘ (2020) was followed by ‘Uncommon Sons‘ (2021) and ‘Undeniable Relations‘ (2022), and the three are interlinked. They are set in the early to mid-20th century in Nova Scotia, Canada. They can be read on their own, and not necessarily in any order. -
LGBTSr Merch Mug: Now You Can Help Support LGBTSr and Enjoy Your Coffee, Too!
What better way to start your day than with a cup or mug of your favorite beverage! Now you can enjoy your morning routine and help support LGBTSr at the same time.
These mugs are available at my Shopify store, MadeMarkShop.com. Make your mark with MadeMark. Choices include fancy mug with blue interior, basic mug, and a jumbo mug for the serious coffee drinkers like me.
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Brad Shreve Brings the Good News with Queer We Are Weekly Newsletter: Keeping it Positive
Exhausted by the constant barrage of a bad-news-driven media? Weary of being told to fret, fear and freakout? Then this newsletter is for you – and me!
We have so many things to celebrate, honor and be … well, happy about. With the Queer We Are Good News newsletter, you can get that bad news vax and keep the sadz away. You can always head back to the Washington Post, New York Times, or any 24/7 cable news channel for a heaping helping of toxic talk. This newsletter will be your armor. As someone once said, time is a non-renewable resource. Don’t spend it all on end-of-the-world clickbait. Sign up now and start your week right!
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The Twist Podcast #244: House Speaker Squeaker, Belize Please, and an Interview with Rob Pero, Founder of Canndigenous
Rob Pero, Founder of Canndigenous
Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we strap back into the hotseat after a few weeks off. We chat about the House Speaker Follies, Rick’s upcoming trip to Belize, and enjoy an interview with Rob Pero, Found of Canndigenous, a Native-owned CBD company dedicated to helping the indigenous community it supports.
Rob Pero is a serial entrepreneur, savvy marketer, and proud member of the Bad River Tribe. Like preceding generations of Ojibwe people, his core values are rooted in love for family, support for community, respect for the natural world, and a commitment to doing everything, as the Ojibwe say, ‘in a good way’.
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Ann Cleeves Hits Another Homerun in the Matthew Venn Series
Narration provided by Wondervox.
By Mark McNease
I’ll be talking some more about Ann Cleeves’ Matthew Venn series on the upcoming Mark McNease Mysteries Podcast.
What stands out in this series is the exploration of identity, relationships, and the shades of gray in between. It’s an effective combination of a gripping mystery and a deep, personal journey.
I’m a relatively recent fan of established mystery master Ann Cleeves. With her intricate plots and deep, complex characters, it’s no surprise that this British author is one of the leading figures in contemporary mystery fiction. She creates atmospheric settings that make you feel like you’re right there on scene, whether it’s the wild and windy Shetland Islands or the quaint, secluded villages of Northumberland.
She’s invented some of the most iconic detective characters in contemporary fiction: Jimmy Perez from the ‘Shetland’ series, and Vera Stanhope from the ‘Vera Stanhope’ series. Both protagonists exhibit layers of complexity that make them as unpredictable as the mysteries they’re trying to solve. They become like old friends who you’ve known forever, with all their quirks and idiosyncrasies.