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- Summer trend: Tea Time! 9:40pm Jul 1
- “God Says No” may be a ‘Yes’ for the bookshelf. 9:01pm Jul 1
- Podcast: Introducing Honey Entertainment 5:40am Jun 30
I read an interesting interview with author, James Hannham at Salon about his new book, “God Says No”. It’s a fictional work based on a B/black man in the South dealing with his homosexuality and eventually going to reparative therapy (also called “change ministries”)...
After the delicious sounds of Dallas’ own, Ms. Badu, I speak with Michelle Carter about her new venture, Honey Entertainment, as she seeks to bring mainstream R&B/jazz artists to gay/lesbians audiences in Dallas...
These shots were from the Kroger parking lot on Cedar Springs Rd. as Elizabeth Pax and Daniel Scott Cates rallied the crowd before today’s March for Equality commemorating the 40th anniversary of the riots at Stonewall Inn in New York...
Enjoy some video, shots, and conversation I’ve gathered from today’s march in Dallas. I’m admittedly a video newbie, however in small resolution I’m generally pleased with what a Canon PowerShot A570 IS can do...
Well, it’s hotter here in Texas and we’re not even in July. Whew! Thank goodness for some cool jazz (and some cool water!). It’s time for another Jazz session mixtape podcast! Here’s the lineup: 1: The Sai Ghose Quartet – CingRoMesh 2. Sean Nowell – New York Vibe 3...
Ok, I really didn’t want to talk about the Perez Hilton/Will.I.Am debacle because its foolishness, however I found a great post from Liz Smith (h/t Bernard) that asks a right question when it comes to GLAAD, The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, asking for Perez to apologize for his use...
One the boldest hip-hop documentaries, Pick Up the Mic, has been released on DVD and you can get it from Amazon, Best Buy, or TLA Video. It is indeed one for the collection especially since many artists gained a wider audience through the queer-conscious hip-hop film...
Today, I’m sharing a phone conversation with songwriter and vocalist, N’Dambi. Once recognized as a background vocalist for Erykah Badu (the one with the afro!), N’Dambi not only performed vocals but also co-wrote with Erykah, as well as several artists in the Dallas music scene...
Here’s the lineup for today’s mixtape of podsafe jazz music, thanks to IODA! Enjoy! Leave a comment or hit me up on Twitter (@MandrakeAM) to let me know how you like it. 1. Kiko Loureiro – Feijo De Corda 2. Jon Gordon – Sicily 3. Vanessa Daou – Passed 4...
Listening to the debate between Human Rights Campaign’s, Joe Solmonese and Bishop Harry Jackson on the Diane Rehm show today was troubling in its concept for me...
Great to see a focused voice in the LGBT ranks that is firm on his stand to end “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and is also not bashing President Obama after 6 months in office. Good on you, An
On Wednedsay, June 17th, a conversation is proposed between members the African-American and the gay community at the Resource Center Dallas, 2701 Reagan Street, from 6pm – 8pm...
This case involves a mental health nurse who was daily ridiculed and finally injured by subordinates in the year that she worked for Beacon of Hope House because they did not want to be supervised by a B/black woman...
So there’s this new dance the local kids are doing called Dallas Boogie. Judging by this video, I KNOW what clubs this boy shakes his ass at. Hey, don’t ask, don’t tell–just boogie, baby. I ain’t mad at ‘cha. Well, maybe a little bit...
In the U.S., it’s National Flag Day by proclamation of President Woodrow Wilson in 1916 and established by Congress in 1949 (brief history here @ Wikipedia)...
Ah, Monday again and another jazz mixtape to get Alexander Troup humming. This week’s playlist goes like this: 1. Bill Banfield Band – Spring Forward 2. Saltman Knowles – Homeland 3. Melou – The Wrong Way 4. Oran Etkin – Nama...
I think it’s hilarious that I recent had a poll here on the blog about whether or not singer, Adam Lambert was gay and makes it official this week via Rolling Stone magazine that he is indeed a gay man. Okay...
During my recent trip to Wimberly, TX, for ALLGO’s 2nd Statewide Summit for Queer People of Color, I had a chance to speak with one of the founders of the organization, Saul Gonzalez takes me back to 1982 and how his efforts in local political activism came to form ALLGO in concert with other...
Today, I’m speaking with Nate, a member of local social/support group, DFW Bi-Net. Nate recounts being raised his grandparents in Georgia, life in the U.S. Army during, and always being aware of his bisexuality...
Interesting read on certain US states that are collection information on newborns and their mothers for profiling. I do wonder how much of this is going on and for how long these records are kept. In a time when reproductive choice has already taken a blow with the murder of Dr...
I think it was the re-imagining of Gabor Szabo’s “Mizrab” on the 2005 release, Impulse! Revolutionary Jazz Reworked that really grabbed by ear and first introduced to the music of Scott Herring a.k.a. Prefuse 73...
The following is a note from SDCC’s Manager, Vicki Meek. Thanks for taking the time today to read and please consider helping as you can, even if it means cutting out a day or two of fast food lunch this week. ——————– Hard Times Bring Hard Realities...
Keeping the Monday Jazz mixtape in the mix, this week a little less reggae influence and a touch of more R&B. As always on the jazz mixtapes, I like to include some smooth jazz along with some contemporary takes on small groups to big band style...
Take a listen to a pastor in D.C. taking a stand for equality. (Via NPR’s Tell Me More with Michel Martin) http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=104998058&ft=1&f=102
Lately, I’ve been hearing lots of talk from various gay activists groups about President Obama letting the gay community down for not taking a tougher stance on “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and gay marriage rights...
University of North Texas graduate, Liz Turner now lives in Atlanta and has produced a new short video project that invites conversation on marriage equailty. I’ve asked readers to vote for another film short of hers and now I’m pushing you again for votes...
Out-and-proud vocalist, Tim Dillinger, brings his soul influence on tour with SOULKISS. The blend features fellow vocalists, Kare Alford and David Sosa, and is coming to a city near you. Find out more about SOULKISS and their tour dates at their MySpace page...
I’m writing events for The Examiner now as well, so check out the story I’ve done for the Voice of Pride 2009 competition that starts in Dallas tomorrow, June 3rd. With $5000 in cash prizes available, you may definitely want to check this out...
Levi Kreis/Triple Fire PhotographyI’ve had the pleasure to have a podcast interview with Levi Kreis recently at Mandrake FM. Now, along with his new CD release, he will be performing at the Tony Awards this Sunday...
Well, for two years, I’ve looked to establish a separate presence for music-only articles on Mandrake FM. Well, you know what? It’s moving…back to this blog...
In a return to music here at this blog, here’s a Monday Jazz session mixtape here with tracks you can purchase on the internet in various digital shops. Thanks for supporting the artists and enjoying the music...
Supporting students in their quest for educational access and empowerment is another way to be active and visible our community...
Well, we’ll see what happens in California today. The decision reached by the California Supreme Court today will determine the mood at tonight’s Day of Decision rally hosted by Queer LiberAction at 7pm. UPDATE: The mood will be pissed off...
Rev. Byron Zealey, A Christian-affirming evangelist that we’ve featured a couple of times here and here on the blog, passed this word on to me about an event happening Saturday, June 6, and he’s looking for more Christian affirming individuals and ministries to get involved...
In light of the talk about the Dallas Principles and my recent trip to allgo’s second annual Texas Queer of Color Summit, I realize two things...
In 2005 and 2006, it was through the writers, Arnold Wayne Jones and Daniel A...
So, I get word from a QPoC blogger in Washington, that there’s a crew of about 24 people that met in Dallas to form a “grassroots” campaign to demand full equality for LGBT people. And, I assume, that because they met in Dallas, their calling the document, The Dallas Principles...
If you’ve read our blogs or listened to even a single Mandrake Society Radio podcast, Mandrake FM, or popolio.com podcast in the last 12 months, I would so appreciate you taking 10 minutes of your day to complete our listener survey for this year some we can make even better products for you,...
This weekend, several individuals came to the 7A Ranch in Wimberly, TX, to learn about the historical and present work happening by and for queer people of color. This was my second year attending such an event produced by the statewide organization, allgo, based in Austin...
Well, my intention was to share a third podcast today for the Mandrake Society Radio podcast birthday week involving musicians interviews, especially since this podcast shared plenty of music and musicians including Reuben Butchart, Verbal Seed, Ari Gold, Feloni, Kevin Sandbloom, and more...
As HIV/AIDS continues to ravage the African-American community in Dallas, this is an opportunity to remember why we work to rid our community of this disease by celebrating the lives of those we’ve lost...
Continuing our birthday celebration, today’s show is a small collection of stories shared on the podcast on individual journey with God as LGBT people...
Well, today it’s officially four years of sharing stories of a unique Dallas and/or African-American and/or LGBT blend with Mandrake Society Radio podcast. I’m thankful for the opportunity to meet many people and share their stories. Thanks to you for continuing to listen and enjoy...
Because I maintain the belief that suicide is not the answer for any youth to consider in order to deal with bullying in schools, any measure that help increase the awareness of bullying and sexual harassment in school is a good thing. Have you heard about House Bill 1323...
20 years ago, a film blazed into American public consciousness and held a mirror up to me, even though I didn’t fully identify with this part of myself at the time. The 1989 film was Tongues Untied, and I could go on and on about how this work moved me then and moves me still...
Well, you heard more about DFW Pride Movement this past Tuesday’s podcast. Now, find out more and how you can be a part of the action this Thursday, May 7th, at The Westin City Center, 650 North Pearl St., in Downtown Dallas...
Well, in a long line of “million”-themed marches (thanks, Farrakhan), a new coalition of activists from California and interested parties have teamed up to put together The Million Gay March on June 28, 2009, and organizers around the country are holding fundraising events for their...
Statewide Queer People of Color organization, allgo, is hosting the 2nd Annual Statewide Queer People of Color conference at the 7A Resort, 333 Wayside Drive, in Wimberly, TX...
Happy Cinco De Mayo! This week, I’m driving around on a windy, overcast Sunday afternoon and have plenty of conversations, especially about this upcoming hotel vote in Dallas...
Queer Voltage founder, Christopher Soden, sent this message regarding the Poetry Fundraiser Event, originally scheduled for May 15: Sadly we must cancel the Poetry Contest Fundraising Event Unfortunately we were unable to generate enough interest to break even, but next time we’ll be better...
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