Politics, pop culture and entertainment news of interest to the LGBTQ community
In this week’s podcast:
• Target became the target of anti-LGBTQ ire for its annual Pride Month merchandise
• The CDC reports new HIV infections are declining
• Montana bans ANYONE in drag reading to children
• Netflix gave us a first look at the upcoming Season 2 of its acclaimed queer-centric romantic series “Heartstopper” ahead of its premiere this August
All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.
In this episode of The Randy Report podcast, the number of adults in the US who identify as LGBTQ has doubled in the past ten years. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: ‘Click Boys’ Docu-Series, 5th HIV Patient Cured + More”
(image via Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• The Hill: Researchers from Germany say a man has been cured of HIV following a stem cell transplant that was performed after several rounds of chemotherapy, making him the fifth known case of the virus being cured in an individual. Continue reading “5th Patient Cured Of HIV Via Stem Cell Transplant + More News”
(illustration of HIV cells)Disappointing news as the only HIV vaccine in late-stage testing was stopped early after it failed to prevent HIV in men who have sex with men and transgender people in the Americas and Europe. Continue reading “The Only HIV Vaccine In Late-Stage Trial Fails”
(image via Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• Queerty: A Reddit user posted the same question to the r/AskGayMen and r/askgaybros communities: Does one risk their professional reputation by posting nudes online? p.s. if you’re going to work in public schools or in a very visible career path, you know what I think… Continue reading “Reddit: ‘Do Online Nudes Hurt Your Career?’ + More News”
(image via Depositphotos)While the coronavirus has hogged the spotlight for nearly three years, World AIDS Day is still recognized every year on December 1. Because it’s important to remember this 40-year health threat is still with us.
Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day. Continue reading “World AIDS Day 2022 – Rock The Ribbon”
In this week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast, Billy Eichner’s hilarious gay rom-com ‘Bros’ arrived in theaters this past weekend. My review plus thoughts on the film’s box office numbers. Continue reading “Podcast: Reviewing Rom-Com ‘Bros’ + Anti-Trans Lawmakers In OK + More”
(image via Shutterstock)A 36-year-old Italian man tested positive for monkeypox, COVID-19 and HIV simultaneously after a five-day trip to Spain. Continue reading “Man Tests Positive For HIV, COVID & Monkeypox At Same Time”
In this week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast:
• The latest news on the monkeypox outbreak
• A 66-year-old man has become the 5th patient to be cured of HIV
• Out NFL player Carl Nassib gets a new gig with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
• Plus, my review of the new Netflix rom-com ‘Uncoupled‘ starring Neil Patrick Harris. Continue reading “Podcast: Monkeypox, Carl Nassib, Neil Patrick Harris + More”
Some news items you might have missed:
• Instinct Magazine: The World Health Organization recommends that men who have sex with other men (MSM) limit the number of their sexual partners as the monkeypox virus continues its spread. It’s important to note that sexual contact isn’t required to contract the virus which can also be spread from hugging, or touching clothing or bed linens. Continue reading “GDP, Monkeypox + More News”