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07/03/2019

Working tidal #lgbtq #podcast stream

07/03/2019

Love Walter: Cupid Don’t Love Me Like He Used To Do

Dear Walter, What is it like being a dating advice columnist? —Aspiring Advice Columnist Dear Aspiring Advice Columnist, I'll tell you in 5 ways what’s it’s like to walk in my Jimmy Choo shoes. 1. Some tit for so much tat. People feel comfortable swapping sex stories like ghost stories. I’m not the type to sit around all day talking about how much dick I’ve sucked. [ 437 more words ]
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Dear Walter, What is it like being a dating advice columnist? —Aspiring Advice Columnist Dear Aspiring Advice Columnist, I'll tell you in 5 ways what’s it’s like to walk in my Jimmy Choo shoes.   1. Some tit for so much

07/03/2019

‘BATWOMAN’ is Here and She’s Queer

The comic book community can be very…male centered. In the 2000’s Marvel and DC revamped their super hero storylines, making a conscious effort to have their comic book characters do a better job of reflecting the world we live in. The decision to diversify the TYPE of comic book hero, villain, and general character we see in comic books was made in order to capture a new wider audience of buyer. [ 704 more words ]
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The comic book community can be very…male centered. In the 2000’s Marvel and DC revamped their super hero storylines, making a conscious effort to have their comic book characters do a better job of reflecting

07/02/2019

We are raffling of 2 weekend passes to #afropunk proceeds will go to benefit the @soulefoundation. For raffle tickets head over to the link in the bio!!!

06/28/2019

Legalizing Gay and Rejecting Colonial Relics

African homophobes have argued that homosexuality is a Western import, a consequence of mingling with White folks. Journalists, researchers, and African LGBTQ+ people have been pushing back -- against homophobia in law and policy, in particular. Instead, they point to homophobia, not homosexuality, as a cultural stain of European influence. The 2000s illuminated disturbing episodes of intolerance and violence against LGBT+ people across the continent. [ 762 more words ]
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African homophobes have argued that homosexuality is a Western import, a consequence of mingling with White folks. Journalists, researchers, and African LGBTQ+ people have been pushing back -- against homophobia in law and policy, in

06/28/2019

How the Fat Activist Movement Could Be Killing Black Queer Women

I want to start off by saying I am a fat Black lesbian. Yes, it is okay to call me fat, because that is what I am. I am five feet, three inches tall, and I weigh roughly 220 pounds. I have struggled with my weight my entire life, like most overweight Americans. As a child, my mother constantly tried to get me to lose weight, but the way she fed us would seem to contradict that goal. [ 1,046 more word ]
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I want to start off by saying I am a fat Black lesbian. Yes, it is okay to call me fat, because that is what I am. I am five feet, three inches tall, and

06/26/2019

'Pose' Episode 3: The Ethos of Survival Season 2 Review

For those of us who live at the shoreline standing upon the constant edges of decision crucial and alone for those of us who cannot indulge the passing dreams of choice The opening lines from Audrey Lorde's “A Litany for Survival” immediately came to mind when thinking of the ways that queer black womxn are constantly in survival mode. A sometimes unspoken but understood barrier of existence that does not offer you the chance to make mistakes, be vulnerable or be in the wrong place at the wrong time because it will literally cost you your freedom or life. [ 680 more words ]
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For those of us who live at the shoreline standing upon the constant edges of decision crucial and alone for those of us who cannot indulge the passing dreams of choice   The opening lines from Audrey Lorde's “A Litany for

06/26/2019

Love Walter: Processing Your Past on Social Media

Dear Walter, How do you handle and ex and friends on social media? It seems like there shouldn’t be anything wrong with being friends on Facebook. But I was recently deleted by an ex and I’m wondering how I should feel about it? —Just Wanna Be Friends Dear Just Wanna Be Friends, Deleting someone on social media is the new f**k you. [ 459 more words ]
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Dear Walter, How do you handle and ex and friends on social media? It seems like there shouldn’t be anything wrong with being friends on Facebook. But I was recently deleted by an ex and I’m

06/24/2019

SOULE Gala 2019

SOULE Gala 2019
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The Soule Gala: 2019 world Pride event is an experience, where you can connect with other influencial people within the LGBTQ community.

06/24/2019

A Reflection on Stonewall50, The Whitewashing of a Revolution

As Malcom X stated in 1962 and I modified in 2019: “The most disrespected person in America is the black womxn. The most unprotected person in America is the black womxn. The most neglected person in American is the black womxn.” Womxn because black and brown folks of trans experience have historically been muted, ostracized and exploited. The interlocking systems of oppression that impact access to resources, showcase that the experiences of black and brown womxn are different than white folks and cis women. [ 835 more words ]
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As Malcom X stated in 1962 and I modified in 2019:   “The most disrespected person in America is the black womxn. The most unprotected person in America is the black womxn. The most neglected person in

06/21/2019

The Wonderful World of Dating While Black, Lesbian, Polyamorous, and Satanist

When you are Black and queer, there is the racism of the wider LGBTQ community and society at large, and the fact that women who love women are, in general, a miniscule piece of the population. But what happens when there are things, even beyond the aforementioned characteristics, about YOU that makes dating even harder? I know that story all too well. [ 1,078 more word ]
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When you are Black and queer, there is the racism of the wider LGBTQ community and society at large, and the fact that women who love women are, in general, a miniscule piece of the

06/21/2019

Disempowering Gay Men of Color Through White Romances

“Change comes with time.” It’s a tired response that minorities receive from friends, family, acquaintances, social justice leaders and even one we give ourselves. It’s a train of thought that we adopt to acquire patience while enduring oppression, misrepresentation or worse yet, no representation at all, be that in politics, higher education, media or other institutions. As someone who has been involved in the film industry and marketing industry, I can attest that time and time again, the gatekeepers of inclusion have found depictions of the LGBTQ+ community acceptable only when incorporating a White LGBTQ+ person. [ 668 more words ]
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“Change comes with time.” It’s a tired response that minorities receive from friends, family, acquaintances, social justice leaders and even one we give ourselves. It’s a train of thought that we adopt to acquire patience

06/19/2019

‘Pose’ Season 2, Episode 2: Sex Work, Family, White People Sh*t and Self-Worth

First off Elektra is the bitch that everyone hates, but low key—maybe high key—wants to be because she is the epitome of #thatbitch despite that her behavior towards others is highly toxic and manipulative. She has gone back to her old ways which is disheartening because I really wanted her to play nice this season. However, I am feeling her new side hustle, and lets the audience experience sex work as an active choice that someone is making. [ 788 more words ]
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First off Elektra is the bitch that everyone hates, but low key—maybe high key—wants to be because she is the epitome of #thatbitch despite that her behavior towards others is highly toxic and manipulative. She

06/19/2019

Love Walter: Broke or Broken-hearted?

Dear Walter, We are constantly having money issues. And I'm wondering if this is just a phase. So my question: how important are finances in a relationship? —Money Moves Dear Money Moves, Once upon a time I used to date a guy who lived in a hotel. I slept all day, drank all night, and f**ked daily. It's all so fun when it's fleeting. [ 277 more words ]
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Dear Walter, We are constantly having money issues. And I'm wondering if this is just a phase. So my question: how important are finances in a relationship? —Money Moves Dear Money Moves, Once upon a time I used to

06/17/2019

Pride & Color : A Perspective

06/14/2019

#FitnessFridays Compound Training for Mass

If your life is busy like mine, you don’t have time to spend in the gym, you need to follow a regime that is fast, yet effective. There are so many gym training regimens that can make your training experience overwhelming, but I’ve been using compound training for maximum growth for years! What Is Compound training? Compound exercises are multi-joint movements that work several muscles or muscle groups at one time. [ 441 more words ]
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If your life is busy like mine, you don’t have time to spend in the gym, you need to follow a regime that is fast, yet effective. There are so many gym training regimens that

06/14/2019

The Rise of the Black, Gay Sidekick

Eric walks into his school dance, his lips painted a sparkly pink, his eyes accented with green glitter, his head wrapped in luxurious green silk, his body clad in a boldly patterned floral suit, his feet in heels. Heads turn; these kids have known that Eric was gay, and many have teased him for it, but they’ve never seen his feminine expression. [ 729 more words ]
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Eric walks into his school dance, his lips painted a sparkly pink, his eyes accented with green glitter, his head wrapped in luxurious green silk, his body clad in a boldly patterned floral suit, his

06/12/2019

New York City's 'largest LGBTQ pride flag' arrives at Four Freedoms Park

New York City's 'largest LGBTQ pride flag' arrives at Four Freedoms Park

“It just seemed natural for the park to honor the LGBTQ community in this visible way.”

06/12/2019

New Jersey to require schools to teach LGBT history

New Jersey to require schools to teach LGBT history

Schools in New Jersey must include lessons about political, economic and social contributions of individuals who are gay and transgender, starting in 2020-21.

06/12/2019

Bollywood’s First Lesbian Rom-Com Is Bringing Queer Love to Indian Cinema

Bollywood’s First Lesbian Rom-Com Is Bringing Queer Love to Indian Cinema

The mother of a gay child, Shelly Chopra Dhar, and Gazal Dhaliwal, a trans woman, co-wrote the script for a groundbreaking new movie in India in the hopes of getting through to parents of LGBTQ children.

06/12/2019

‘Pose’ Season 2 Premier and the Discardment of Black and Brown Bodies

Pose FX and the Discardment of Black and Brown Bodies

The disposability and dehumanization of black, brown and queer bodies is portrayed with the cold and heart-wrenching start of Pose season 2. As Blanca and Pray Tell travel to Hart Island we start to unpack history that has perpetuated the lack of equity and care for those who live on the margins constructed by heteronormative white America. We are hit with the realities that have existed and continue to exist in society, particularly thinking of those most impacted by HIV/AIDS and the ways that trans black women are being murdered. [ 649 more words ]

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The disposability and dehumanization of black, brown and queer bodies is portrayed with the cold and heart-wrenching start of Pose season 2. As Blanca and Pray Tell travel to Hart Island we start to unpack

06/12/2019

Love Walter: Instant Relationships with Island Men

Dear Walter, Would you date someone long-distance from Jamaica? Or marry him so they could get a green card? —Jamaican Me Crazy Dear Jamaican Me Crazy, I’ve received an influx of gay Jamaicans hitting me up on Facebook for sex, relationships, and even marriage. “I’m looking for a relationship,” he said. “With me?” “Yes, I think we can be good together.” [ 548 more words ]
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Dear Walter, Would you date someone long-distance from Jamaica? Or marry him so they could get a green card? —Jamaican Me Crazy Dear Jamaican Me Crazy, I’ve received an influx of gay Jamaicans hitting me up on Facebook for

06/10/2019

How I Stopped Coddling White Fragility in My Relationships – And How You Can, Too

Being Black in America is not an easy thing. Anyone reading here likely knows that. To this day, we continue to live out the discriminatory legacies of slavery, Jim Crow, mass incarceration, racist housing policies, the war on drugs, voter suppression, and all manner of things that no white person will ever truly understand. Every time we turn our televisions and radios on, get on the internet, or walk out our front doors, we experience racism. [ 1,082 more word ]
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Being Black in America is not an easy thing. Anyone reading here likely knows that. To this day, we continue to live out the discriminatory legacies of slavery, Jim Crow, mass incarceration, racist housing policies,

06/07/2019

Of Course a ‘Straight Pride’ Parade Would Happen in Boston

Whenever Queer Trans Black friends tell me they’re thinking about coming to visit me in Boston, I immediately reply, “why?” “Never come in the Winter. Fall is chill if you’re in to foliage. Do you like Clam Chowder? There’s not much of a scene. Queer Hip Hop nights are spun by White DJs. That’s pretty much it. Oh, and it’s super racist,” I add. [ 699 more words ]
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Whenever Queer Trans Black friends tell me they’re thinking about coming to visit me in Boston, I immediately reply, “why?” “Never come in the Winter. Fall is chill if you’re in to foliage. Do you

05/31/2019

#FitnessFridays: The Keto Diet to Shred Weight

Historically, the Ketogenic diet was discovered as early as the 20th century and was (and still is) an effective solution for individuals suffering from epilepsy. In the early times, bodybuilders used to apply it without actually knowing the mechanisms behind it through doing a “fish and water” diet. Additionally, it is the diet that humans historically adhered to naturally before processed sugars became so readily available. [ 959 more words ]
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Historically, the Ketogenic diet was discovered as early as the 20th century and was (and still is) an effective solution for individuals suffering from epilepsy. In the early times, bodybuilders used to apply it without

05/27/2019

SOULE Presents: Under the Crescent Moon- Part II

SOULE wishes to honor the members of the LGBTQ+ community who also identify with the Muslim faith with our miniseries, Under the Crescent Moon. Our next interview is with Maceo Price: -Name: Maceo Price -Place of birth: Baltimore, MD -Sexual orientation: Gay -Gender ID (if you choose to identify): Male How would you describe your upbringing? In what ways was it influenced by your faith? [ 512 more words ]
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SOULE wishes to honor the members of the LGBTQ+ community who also identify with the Muslim faith with our miniseries, Under the Crescent Moon.   Our next interview is with Maceo Price:   -Name: Maceo Price -Place of birth:

05/24/2019

#FitnessFridays: The Benefits of Core Circuit

There is a combination of exercise that when combined with a healthy diet and an adequate calorie intake, will keep inches off your waist line, and allow those abs to peek through. Strengthening and tightening you oblique muscles can contribute to a smaller frame, stronger core and better shape to your entire midsection. When deciding on what core exercise I should do when I’m training abs, I choose plank ab circuits. [ 430 more words ]
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There is a combination of exercise that when combined with a healthy diet and an adequate calorie intake, will keep inches off your waist line, and allow those abs to peek through. Strengthening and tightening

05/24/2019

SOULE Presents: Under the Crescent Moon

Welcome to the month of Ramadan! Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm) fasting, prayer, reflection and community. In commemoration of this intense yet invigorating spiritual celebration within the Muslim community, SOULE wishes to honor the members of the LGBTQ+ community who also identify with the Muslim faith with our miniseries, Under the Crescent Moon. [ 1,218 more word ]
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Welcome to the month of Ramadan! Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm) fasting, prayer, reflection and community.   In commemoration of this intense yet

05/23/2019

Love Walter: How to Ruin Your Relationship

New Blog Post on #Soule

Dear Walter, I feel like outside forces are out to get my relationship. I know I sound a little crazy, but I can’t stand around and let his frie...