Pride Poem: Leo Herrera “Unmistakable Softness”

Taking my first bow before leading my kindergarten square dance

I first shared writer/filmmaker Leo Herrera’s beautiful poem “Unmistakable Softness” in 2022 and couldn’t let Pride Month go by without sharing it again.

Leo’s gift of language enables him to take any insult, hurt, or belittling idea and turn it into an empowering, positive vibe.

“Cheers to growing up gay with a flaming capital ‘G.'”

There was a time when I’d have run from these words. I’m proud I’ve grown enough to embrace them. Continue reading “Pride Poem: Leo Herrera “Unmistakable Softness””

Pete Buttigieg’s Family Swatted By False CPS Report + More

Pete Buttigieg

Some news items I thought worth your time:

Substack: Pete Buttigieg said Friday that an anonymous child protective services allegation brought police and a Child Protective Services worker to his family’s home this week, forced his 4-year-old twins into forensic interviews, and left him briefly separated from them before authorities concluded the report was false.

Note – the kids are not, and were not, at risk. Hit the link – this is hideous. Continue reading “Pete Buttigieg’s Family Swatted By False CPS Report + More”

Interview: Recording Artist/Producer Lukesavant “Last Night Wasn’t Love”

New album from Lukesavant "Last Night Wasn't Love"

In today’s episode of The Randy Report podcast, I’m chatting with California-based electronic pop artist/producer/songwriter — and longtime figure in the online remix culture — Lukesavant.

But now, he’s releasing his own debut album, Last Night Wasn’t Love — a new collection of original songs developed as a cohesive late-night narrative inspired by his years living in San Francisco. Continue reading “Interview: Recording Artist/Producer Lukesavant “Last Night Wasn’t Love””

Former MLB Player Posts Wild Homophobic Rant

Former San Francisco Giants player Aubrey Huff

Aubrey Huff, a former San Francisco Giants player, went bonkers on social media in a lengthy homophobic rant against his ex-team’s recent Pride Night debacle.

Huff, who’s known for controversial remarks, took to X on Wednesday morning serving up wildly anti-LGBTQ remarks. Continue reading “Former MLB Player Posts Wild Homophobic Rant”

Senate Republicans U-Turn On War Powers Resolution After Being Chastised By Trump

Donald Trump

Senate Republicans reversed themselves last night rejecting a resolution to block Donald Trump from resuming the war with Iran after he chastised them during a closed-door meeting on Wednesday.

Following that meeting, a late-night vote was held to try to appease him. That war powers resolution failed by a vote of 47-50-1 just before midnight, and the Senate then left town for a two-week recess.

A similar war powers resolution had passed in the Senate on Tuesday by a vote of 50-48. Continue reading “Senate Republicans U-Turn On War Powers Resolution After Being Chastised By Trump”

New Music: Saint Micah ‘The Grind’

Saint Micah drops new music video 'The Grind'

Out pop artist and virtuoso pianist, Saint Micah (formerly known as Micah McLaurin) has released the official video for his new dance pop single “The Grind.”

The high-concept, fashion-forward video (directed by Domen and Van De Velde) features custom couture looks as well as pieces from Balmain, Zaldy, and Robert Cavalli. Continue reading “New Music: Saint Micah ‘The Grind’”

Broadway Bares 2026 Raises Over $2.5 Million + More News

Broadway Bares: License To Strip raises over $2.5 million (image via BroadwayCares)

Some news stories as we head over Hump Day:

BroadwayCares: Over 200 dancers and 700 volunteers delivered an evening of high-stakes seduction at Sunday night’s Broadway Bares: License To Strip (photo), raising a record-breaking $2.5 million.

As a result, hundreds of thousands of people across the country will receive life-sustaining meals, medication and healthcare. Continue reading “Broadway Bares 2026 Raises Over $2.5 Million + More News”