CiTR -- Queer FM

February 21, 2010

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:00:00 -0800

Photographer Jeff Sheng was in Whistler this weekend to open his show Fearless at Whistler Pride House. Fearless is an exhibit of photographs of out queer athletes. 1992 gold medalist Mark Tewksbury was also at Pride House this week. I talked to him about Pride House and life for queer athletes. Also, I chat with queer Olympic Historians Charley Walters and Tyler Duckworth of Olympics or Bust, and I air audio from Friday's queer celebration at BC Canada House.

February 14th, 2010

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 18:00:00 -0800

Lots of audio on tonight's show from the opening parties of Pride House Whistler and Pride House Vancouver. Plus, Sharolyn Jordan of the Rainbow Refugee Committee talks about preparing to help gay Olympic vistors seek asylum. And I have a feature interview with lesbian athlete Marion Lay, bronze medalist in swimming at the 1968 Olympics and past board member of VANOC.

January 24, 2010

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:00:00 -0800

Lawyer and activist Douglas Elliott discusses the hearing of the case against Canadian Blood Services over its discrimination against gay blood donors. Douglas is representing the Canadian AIDS Society in the case. Also, syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner talks about the hearing of the federal same sex marriage cast in San Francisco. Plus, good news from City Councilor Ellen Woodsworth!

January 3, 2010

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:00:00 -0800

Groundbreaking BC queer activist and Queer FM regular Peter Corren died on December 30th after a three year battle with cancer. Most of this program was spent paying homage to him. I also aired the to queer indie music of 2009 courtesy of This Way Out's AudioFile.

November 15, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Highlights from 16 years of Queer FM programs - including - my chat with one of the lesbians arrested at the Beijing women's conference in 1995 - the night we held a BC Human Rights Commission hearing on the radio on the issue of human rights protection for trans people - our conversation with the Fort Collins, CO gay centre ed the night Matthew Shepherd died - Kevin Bourassa's description of the day they were married at the MCC in Toronto amid bomb threats and CIA style security. - John Fisher and Michael Hendricks' hilarious commentaries on the same sex marriage hearings. - Our equally hilarious and exciting conversations with couples immediately following the decisions that allowed them to get married. And much more!

November 8, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0800

First, I air a segment from the Queer FM archives from the night Matthew Shepherd died, then it's This Way Out's story on the new book about Matthew written by his mother, Judy. Next, syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner discusses the defeat of same sex marriage in Maine, then Josh Friedes of the Approve 71 campaign in Washington State and California campaign consultant Terry Leftgoff discuss whether the queer community needs to change strategies in the fight for marriage. Finally, This Way Out brings us more coverage of last month's National Equality March.

October 11, 2009 - Coming Out Day

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner reports on today's Equality March in Washington DC, Sirius OutQ News Director Tim Curran reports on Obama's speach to the Human Rights Campaign fundraising dinner. Jennifer Breakspear of Qmunity shares local coming out resources in recognition of Coming Out Day.

September 13th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:00:00 -0700

On this episode, US army private Skyler James talks about her battle to stay in Canada as a refugee after fleeing anti-gay abuse on her military base. Dan Quon of Team Vancouver describes the OutGames in Copenhagen and we meet two of the contestants for Mr. and Ms. Gay Vancouver and see how well they do with beauty pageant questions.

August 2, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 18:00:00 -0700

In honour of Pride, I completely violate the CRTC's campus radio requirements concerning the playing of obscure music and Canadian Content. Instead, I bring you two hours of queer club classics. Pardon the occasional technical glitches. iTunes was not designed to be a DJ tool.

July 19, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Jamie Lee Hamilton, Reigan D'Angelo and Beth Marston talk about Lu's Pharmacy's policy of discriminating against transwomen. Vancouver's Gay Top Model Calan Breckon reports on Gay Day at Playland. Queer Indie Rock God Sam Martorana introduces this year's Polaris Prize nominees.

Queers in Iran, Queers on Michael Jackson, Queers and the Whitehouse

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Tonight on the show, Arsham Parsi of the Iranian Queer Railroad talks about the Iranian election protests from the perspective of the queers in Iran he's in touch with. Cultural panelists Calan Breckon (Vancouver's Gay Top Model), Susan Gapka (Cdn Trans Human Rights Commission) and Martine Stonehouse (CTHRC)discuss the passing of Michael Jackson. And This Way Out covers the growing rift between US queers and the Obama Administration.

June 21st, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 18:00:00 -0700

In honour of the 40th Anniversary of the Stonewall uprising this coming Saturday, I speak with Mark Segal, Stonewall veteran and publisher of the Philidelphia Gay News. I also air This Way Out's coverage of the Stonewall Anniversary, including tape from a pre-stonewall meeting of activists. And finally, lesbian singer-songwriter and musical comedienne Kate Reid joins me to set up her CD launch this Thursday at the WISE Hall.

May 31st, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 31 May 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Syndicated journalist Rex Wockner discusses the California Supreme Court's decision to uphold Prop 8; Canadian Love Exiles Steve Rowe and Thom Vernon talk about the Prop 8 rallies in Toronto and Vancouver; musical comedian and homo pop star Jay Spears talks about the Prop 8 rally in Los Angeles; and I play two new pro gay marriage YouTube videos. A disclamer: Jay Spears claims on this program that Jody Foster spoke at the LA Prop 8 rally. He emailed me later to say it was actually Drew Barrymore. Jay's cub reporter license has been suspended for two weeks while he catches up on his reading of The National Enquirer. :-)

May 17th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 17 May 2009 18:00:00 -0700

On tonight's post-election Arts Edition gay top model Calan Breckon reports on Thursday's Fit for a Queen; David C. Jones talks about the new Out TV improv comedy show Tops and Bottoms; Troy Jackson introduces his debut album; This Way Out's Audiofile brings us the top queer indie music releases of the month of April; and Ember Swift talks about her new Chinese/English folk/electronica album Lentic.

May 3rd, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 03 May 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Vancouver West End NDP MLA Spencer Herbert and Liberal challenger Laura McDiarmid discuss and debate the issues heading into the May 12th election and Gay Top Model Calan Breckon reports on the Xtra West community hero awards. Plus This Way Out's interview with lesbian pulp fiction author Anne Bannon.

April 19th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:00:00 -0700

A spirited discussion with Craig Maynard, co-chair of The Centre board, and barbara findlay, local lawyer, activist and member of an ad hoc group of community members urging The Centre not to move to a proposed new location at Burrard and 7th. Also, Insp. John DeHaas of the Vancouver Police Department talks about what can be done about the increasing anti-gay violence in the West End. And I play the now-infamous "Gathering Storm" ad from the National Organization for Marriage and a couple of its many many parodies.

April 5th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Justin of One Iowa talks about this week's state supreme court decision legalizing same sex marriage in the state. Aaron Ursacki, winner of last year's Gay Top Model cycle talks about what newly-minted winner Calan Breckan has to look forward to. Plus the top queer indie music releases from This Way Out's Audiofile and This Way Out's interview with Ali Sands, who is writing a memoire about being the partner of a transitioning transman.

March 29th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Richard Elliott of the Canadian HIV AIDS Legal Network talks about efforts to reform Canada's Access to Medications Regime. Ron Stipp and Jennifer Breakspear discuss the increasing anti-gay violence in the West End and their communications with the police and community on the matter. This Way Out brings us an archived interview with legendary gay activist and politician Harvey Milk.

March 22nd

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Queer Thoughts blogger Rick Barnes talks about the appointment of anti-gay Doug Cryer to the Toronto Immigration and Refugee Board. Rev. Gary Patterson talks about his Oscar Sermon Series at St. Andrews Wesley Church, and Imtiaz Popat plugs next weekend's mini-film fest in honour of the Persian New Year.

March 15th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Syndicated journalist Rex Wockner reports on the California Supreme Court hearing on lawsuits aimed at overturning proposition eight. Gens Helquist of the Canadian Rainbow Health Coalition discusses a Human Rights Complaint he brought with several fellow activists about homophobia in the healthcare system. Plus stories from This Way Out on queer life in Turkey and Project Runway alumnus Jay McCarrol.

March 1st, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:20:00 -0800

Actress Angela Vint, star of the film "The Baby Formula," which premiers in Vancouver at the Women in Film Festival on Wednesday night. Dancer Ron Stewart, who performs WhaT,? at the Vancouver International Dance Festival March 13th and 14th and the top queer indie music releases of February courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile.

February 22nd, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 18:00:00 -0800

It's a Queer FM tradition on Oscar night: Barb Snelgrove and Connie Smudge provide highly entertaining Oscar party reports throughout the show. Plus, I talk to Stu Allen, a young straight man who's fighting to legalize same sex marriage in Colorado and Sarah MacDougall, a local Swedish-Canadian alt.country singer-songwriter who's launching a new CD Thursday at the WISE Hall. And in honour of Black History Month, Jason Colantonio of CiTR's Shake A Tailfeather, joins me to play some queer artists from the classic RnB era.

February 15th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Tonight on Queer FM, special guest Chris the engineer fixes the phone system live on air while Heather talks to syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner about the protest outside the Manchester Hyatt in San Diego today. Former US President Bill Clinton gave a speach there this afternoon despite pleas from the community to avoid the hotel they are boycotting because of the owners support for Proposition 8. Also, Murray and Peter Corren discuss the Abbotsford school board's decision to offer Social Justice 12 in schools there this fall. Plus, This Way Out's stories on a forthcoming documentary about the spiritual side of being queer and on the queer subtext of an early Ray Bradbury play.

February 8th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Jerry Gaudet of Pink Triangle Press, Jim Deva of Little Sisters and Jennifer Breakspear of the Centre discuss whether they are feeling the impact of the recession. Akim Larcher of Egale Canada talks about the Queering Black History honourees. And from Yin Radio, the presentation of a study on lesbian pulp fiction and the creation of lesbian identity.

February 1st, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Queer Conservative organizer, Gary Mitchell discusses this week's federal budget ... and the superbowl game. This Way Out's coverage of gay episcopal bishop Gene Robinson's invocation at the Obama inauguration concert. Sean Horlor provides the first of what will be regular synopses of the Vancouver's Next Gay Top Model competition, and This Way Out's Audiofile introduces the top queer indie music releases of the month of January.

January 25th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner talks about yesterday's Equality Summit in LA, aimed at disecting the failed No on Prop 8 campaign and stratetgizing for winning back marriage in California. Jess Durfee, chair of the Sand Diego county Democratic Party talks about attending the Obama inauguration and Terry Costa sets up round two of Vancouver's Next Gay Top Model.

January 18th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Queer FM goes "Oprah" with a show on "how to live your better queer life." Guests are dietition Gerry Kasten, personal trainer Craig Boyd and counsellor Janel Ball.

January 11, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:00:00 -0800

A special feature in light of the insane weather conditions of the last few weeks: Mr. Gay Vancouver Brent Wildefyre and Ms. Gay Vancouver Jackie A-go-go both talk about the personal experiences of homelessness that inspired them to use their reign to raise money for charities benefiting homeless youth.

January 4th, 2009

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 18:00:00 -0800

Steve Pride presents the best queer movies and TV of 2008 in Pride on Screen 2008. 365gay.com editor Jennifer (Jay) Vanasco shares her Top 8 viral videos of 08, and we listen to clips.

December 28th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Synidcated columnist Richard Burnett talks about his Heroes and Zeros for 2008 as detailed in his Three Dollar Bill column. This Way Out's Audiofile picks the best queer indie music releases of 2008. Michael from Little Sisters talks about his favourite queer books of 2008 and Aka reveals the greatest new sex toys of the year.

December 21st , 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 18:00:00 -0800

The gay Dr. Phil, Kimeron Hardin, talks about how to handle the holiday blues, Heather gets holiday gift ideas from Stuart and Aka at Little Sister's and Steve Pride presents a feature on the film, Milk.

December 14th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Vancouver East NDP MP Libby Davies talks about the recent political crises in Ottawa and what to expect from here. Join the Impact founder Amy Balliet talks about the origins of the organization and its recent and upcoming events. Mr. Gay Vancouver Brent Wildefyle tees up some up-coming fundraisers for homeless youth.

December 7th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Former Egale Canada ED Gilles Marchildon and Montreal marriage activist Michael Hendricks discuss the political happenings of the past week. Glen Hansman of the Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association talks about the queer youth rally in Abbotsford protesting the school board's cancellation of Social Justice 12. Music honouring the anniversary of the Ecole Polytechnique massacre, and the top queer indie music releases of November courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile.

November 16th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Long-time queer marriage and education activist Murray Corren cohosts the first fund-drive show ...and discusses the civic election results in some key school board races. Actvists around the US report from Prop 8-inspired rallies across the country, and California marriage activist Robin Tyler puts the current uprising in historical context. Plus, audio of mayor-elect Gregor Robertson at Saturday night's Vision Vancouver victory party.

November 9th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner describes the mounting protests throughout California in the wake of the victory for Proposition 8, the constitutional amendment banning gay marriage in the state. Freedom to Marry's Evan Wolfson talks about lessons learned from the battle, strategies for overturning the California measure and taking the marriage movement forward.

October 26th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Park board commissioner and provincial NDP candidate talks about the upcoming by-election in Vancouver Burrard. This Way Out marks the tenth anniversary of the Matthew Sheppher murder, and TWO also covers the Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's latest remarks about the execution of gays in Iran.

October 19th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Gemma Hickey of St. John's, Michael Hendricks of Montreal and Keith Purdy of Calgary discus Tuesday's election results. This Way Out covers the Connecticut Supreme Court decision legalizing same sex marriage.

October 12th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:00:00 -0700

This Way Out reviews Republican Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin's comments on queer issues from the past couple of weeks. It also features a Human Rights Campaign staffer's documentary about meeting queer activists in Wasilla, Alaska. Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner reviews both the VP debate and the second presendential debate between McCain and Obama and discusses the battle to amend the California constitution to bar same sex marriage. He also quickly discussus this week's Connecticut Supreme Court decision legalizing same sex marriage in that state. And in non-political news, we check out the top queer independent musical releases of the month of September courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile.

October 5th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Kim Vance of Arc International (who is based in Halifax), marriage activist Michael Hendricks (based in Montreal) and queer rights lawyer Doug Elliott (based in Toronto) discuss how the election campaign is shaping up in their regions in light of this week's leaders debates. Then Heather engages in a good-natured argument with gay Conservative organizer and Queer FM Conservative pundit Gary Mitchell.

September 28th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:00:00 -0700

This week on the program, Liberal pundit Joan-E and Green pundit Imtiaz Popat reflect on the campaign so far. The This Way Out / Philidelphia Gay News interview with Barack Obama And syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner on the US presidential debate. ...plus clips from Saturday Night Live and Catie Couric's interview with Sarah Palin.

August 17th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 18:00:00 -0700

More on the Anglican Church's global Lambeth conference with Steve Schuh and Chris Ambidge. A recap of the International AIDS Conference in Mexico City with Centre for Excellence Researcher Kate Shannon. Performer Evalyn Parry talks about the Toronto performance of The Pastor Phelps Project, based on anti-gay pastor Fred Phelps, and on Phelps' rumoured protest of the event.

August 10th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Long-time CKNW talk-show host Rafe Mair discusses his victory at the Supreme Court in Kari Simpson's defamation case against him. Performer and ex-gay advocate Peterson Toscano discusses his visit to England for the Anglican church's once-every-ten-years global Lambeth conference. Vanessa Kwan previews the Out on Screen queer film and video festival.

August 3rd, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:00:00 -0700

The Pride Party!

July 6th

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Denise Sheppard previews the summer festivals, This Way Out's Audiofile presents the top queer indie rock releases of June, and Sam Martorana previews the Polaris nominee announcement.

June 29th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Inspired by this week's in-fighting in California over the alleged "snub" of marriage litigant Robin Tyler by major equality groups, Heather talks to Canadian marriage activist Michael Hendricks about the politics that played out in the Canadian marriage struggle. Plus, from the radio show Raising Sand, and interview with Meema Spadola, making of the documentary "Our House" about kids of queer parents.

June 22nd, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 18:00:00 -0700

California marriage litigant - and ex-pat Canadian - Robin Tyler talks about the arrival of same sex weddings in California, audio from the big day courtesy of This Way Out, and Nadine talks about the Love Exiles, a support group for bi-national couples who have come to Canada so they can live together.

June 8th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Elizabeth Saewyc discusses new research on the incidence of sexual exploitation among youth at risk. Gay psychologist Kimeron Hardin discusses the reissue of his book on self esteem for GLBT folks. ...plus we try out a new theme. :-)

May 25th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 25 May 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Spencer Herbert talks about his run for the provincial NDP, This Way Out's coverage of the California same sex marriage victory and Akim Larcher updates us on Egale's lobbying efforts against homophobia in Jamaica.

May 4th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 04 May 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Little Sister's' Metta Bach reviews the new Jane Rule book, clips from today's Little Sister's anniversary party, the top queer indie music releases of the month of April from This Way Out's Audiofile and the best new Canadian indie rock from Sam Martorana.

April 27th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Little Sisters' co-owner Jim Deva reflects on 25 years of business, plus some archival clips from Queer FM's coverage of the store's court case. Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner answer's questions about the Pennsylvania primary results and This Way Out's Steve Pride profile's Bravo's Jesse Brune.

April 20th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Marianne Duddy-Burke talks about Dignity USA's actions around the Pope's US visit, Herndon Davis talks about the National Black Justice Coalition's upcoming conference, plus This Way Out's profile of the Two Spirit Press Room and Desmond Tutu's apology to gays.

April 13th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Trans organizers and activists Susan Gapka, Jay Theissen and Tien Wee discuss the case of Thomas Beattie and the surrounding publicity. Akim Larcher of Stop Murder Music talks about the organization and their success in persuading iTunes to pull anti-gay reggae tracks from it's on-line store. Plus, part 2 of This Way Out's profile of Olivia Records and Cruises.

February 24th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Nicky Phillips of AIS Canada previews the talk she'll be giving March 5th at the Centre's workshop on intersex issues. This Way Out reports on the situation for queers in Singapore, and Barb Snelgrove files regular reports from the Majestic's Oscar Party.

February 17th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 18:59:42 -0800

Well-known Jamaican gay activist Gareth Henry of the group J-FLAG (Jamaican Forum for Lesbians All-Sexuals and Gays) has arrived in Canada seeking refugee status. He speaks to us from the home of Egale Executive Director Helen Kennedy, where he is currently staying. Jason Colantonio of CiTR's Friday night soul show, Shake A Tail Feather, introduces us to out queer artists from the 50s to 70s.

February 10th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Nova Scotia activist Jane Morrigan discusses Pictou county's move to ban all "special interest flags" from public property - a move generally believed to be targeted at pride flags. Rex Wockner analyzes the results of Super Tuesday.

February 3rd, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Egale executive director Helen Kennedy gives us the latest on efforts to overturn the new ban on queer organ donors - or even to find out what the heck is up with it. Kiran from Queer Montreal talks about the recent conference for Queer campus groups, and we check out the top queer indie music releases of the month of January courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile.

January 13th, 2008

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 18:00:00 -0800

Egale Executive Director Helen Kennedy talks about Health Canada's ban on gay male organ doners and we review the top queer-themed films of 2007 with This Way Out's Steve Pride.

Queer FM - January 6th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 18:00:00 -0800

On this edition of Queer FM, we're joined by Matt Foreman, the Executive Director of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force and Rex Wockner, syndicated journalist out of San Diego CA to talk about the Iowa Caucus results from a queer perspective. Also, queer indie rock columnist Sam Martorana counts down his favourite songs over 2007

November 4th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:05:00 -0800

Jim Deva of Little Sister's discusses the impact of a soaring Canadian dollar on community businesses like the book store. Gay South Asian author and former CiTR program host Ameen Merchant talks about his debut novel "The Silent Raga." Pat Hogan of Sounds and Furies previews the first Canadian gay ballroom dance competition.

October 28th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 18:00:00 -0700

Centre Executive Director Michael Harding pitches for volunteers for a series of new intiatives. Heather catches up with Arsham Parsi of the Iranian Queer Organization during a recent trip to Toronto (plus, we revisit the recent remarks of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad), Heather also phones syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner in San Diego to make sure he's safe from the fires. And queer music columnist (er god) Sam Martorana introduces the latest greatest Canadian indie rock.

September 30, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 18:00:00 -0700

A discussion of US Rep. Barney Frank's decision to strip trans protections from the US Employment Non Discrimination Act in order to pass it in the house, and the strategic question the move raises about whether gays and trans folks should hold out for equality until we can all gain it at once. Guests on the program are Canadian trans activists Tami Starlight and Susan Gapka, US queer journalist Rex Wockner and National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Executive Director, Matt Foreman.

September 16th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 18:00:00 -0700

Lawyer El Farouk Khaki with the latest on Alvaro Orozco's case, This Way Out's coverage of the Larry Craig fiasco, more of their excerpts from the US presidential contenders forum on queer issues - including comments from Hilary Clinton - and the top queer independent music releases of August courtesy of the This Way Out Audiofile.

September 9th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 18:00:00 -0700

Egale Canada Executive Director Helen Kennedy responds to member criticism about communication around the Ontario leaders debate on queer issues. Lawyer El Farouk Khaki gives us the latest on the Alvaro Orozco case, and queer journalist Rex Wockner shares the latest US news, including same sex marriage progress in Iowa and California and the scandal involving Republican Senator Larry Craig.

August 26th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 18:00:00 -0700

Audio from the US presidential contenders debate on queer issues courtesy of This Way Out; lawyer El Farouk Khaki with an update on the case of Alvaro Orozco, the man who was denied refugee status in Canada because authorities didn't believe he was gay; the top queer independent music releases of the month of July courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile.

August 19th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 18:00:00 -0700

US Marriage Equality activist Robyn Ochs on the US Presidential candidates debate on queer issues, queer film critic Matthew Hays on his book "The View from Here: Conversations with Gay and Lesbian Film-Makers," and Michael Harding, the new Executive Director of The Centre.

August 12th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 17:58:29 -0700

Steve Schue of Integrity Vancouver on the Anglican Bishops' vote not to affirm diocese's rights to bless same sex unions. Robbie Hong on the recent Vancouver Two Spirit Gathering and highlights from Pride.

July 15th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 18:05:40 -0700

Peterson Toscano talks about the Beyond Ex Gay Conference held the Canada Day long weekend in California. The top queer indie music releases from the month of June courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile, and Folk Fest discoveries.

June 24th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 18:17:34 -0700

Queer Music columnist Sam Martorana calls in from Toronto Pride. Centre board co-chair Craig Maynard, Centre outreach coordinator Peter Toppings and former Centre volunteer coordinator Pat McDiarmid share their memories of outgoing executive director Donna Wilson. Donna Wilson shares her memories of work at the Centre. This Way Out, the syndicated LGTB radio magazine, shares its interview with Lilly Tomlin.

June 10th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 18:05:49 -0700

Robbie Hong on the upcoming Two Spirit gathering in Vancouver, This Way Out brings us part one of a media conference marking the 30th Anniversary of the White House gay summit in the US and Sam Martorana brings us more new Canadian indie pop and rock.

May 28th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 27 May 2007 18:02:32 -0700

Doug Elliott on the Supreme Court of Canada's decision on access to justice, This Way Out celebrates the crystal anniversary of same sex marriage in Massachusettes and we meet our new music columnist, Sam Martorana.

May 20th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 20 May 2007 18:00:00 -0700

Elizabeth Saewyc of the McCreary Centre Society and the UBC School of Nursing discusses new research on street involved youth, including the percentage of homeless youth who are lgtb. Rev. Peter Elliott of Christ Church Cathedral discusses the lastest news in the Anglican church's dispute over the role of queers, including a recent pastoral statement by Canadian Bishops calling for a moratorium on the blessing of same sex unions. Plus This Way Out's coverage of the progress of the US Local Law Enforcement Act.

May 13th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 13 May 2007 18:10:05 -0700

In honour of Mental Health Week: a rebraodcast of my chat with queer psychologist and author Kimeron Hardin about maintaining mental health, and a rebroadcast of my chat with Devon MacFarlane of Vancouver Coast Health about Prism Alcohol and Drug Services. Plus a brief recap of the Eurovision Song Contest. :-)

May 6th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 06 May 2007 18:03:54 -0700

Pierre Blais of the Fondation Emergence on the International Day Against Homophobia. Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner on the California Democratic convention and legislative developments on queer rights in the U.S. The top queer indie music releases of the month of April courtesy of This Way Out's Audiofile.

April 29th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 18:13:31 -0700

Helen Kennedy, the new Executive Director of Egale Canada talks about her vision for the organization and addresses concerns raised during the past few months of Egale turmoil. This Way Out interviews gay historian Stuart Timmons about Larry Kramer's controversial speech on the 20th Anniversary of Act Up. A preview of upcoming community events and concerts ...and regular updates on the Canucks Ducks game, which Heather really knows nothing about.

April 22nd 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 22 Apr 2007 18:04:36 -0700

Tamara Kronis shares the results of the Canadian Blook Services consultation with Egale and other interested parties. This Way Out's latest feature on openly gay Episcopal bishop of New Hampshire, Gene Robinson. Kenneth Anderson talks about his upcoming serious of glbt self-care workshops at The Centre.

April 15th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 18:01:06 -0700

Egale's Tamara Kronis previews tomorrows meeting between queer and HIV/AIDs groups and Canadian Blood Services. Connie Smudge joins us for the debut cultural pundit panel. We talk out Out Magazine's glass closet issue and the controversy surrounding the GLAAD Media Awards.

Apirl 8th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 18:01:19 -0700

Rosalyn Forrester, Michael Bach and Greg Daborn talk about the Outrights Conference in Calgary last weekend. Peterson Toscano on the upcoming Beyond Ex Gay confence This Way Out's Audiofile - the top queer independent releases of the month of March

April 1st, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 18:05:57 -0700

Michael Hendricks discusses the Quebec Election result This Way Out's coverage of Larry Kramer's speech marking ACT UP's 20th Anniversary Music by last night's Juno winners in the non-pop categories

March 25th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 18:08:49 -0700

Michael Hendricks on the lead up the the Quebec election. Devon McFarlane of Vancouver Coastal Health on VCH's new alcohol and drug services for the LGTB community. This Way Out's coverage of the Peter Pace affair

March 18th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 18:03:55 -0700

Romi Chandra talks about his Pride and Prejudic workshop for the International Day for the Elimination of Racism. Gay psychologist Kimeron Hardin on maintaining good mental health. Part 2 of This Way Out's interview with Gareth from JFLAG, the Jamaica queer organization.

March 4th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 18:05:16 -0800

A feature interview with Douglas Elliott, lawyer in the class action suit against the federal government concerning access to survivors pensions under CPP. Plus, This Way Out's Audiofile - the best queer indie releases of February - and new music from Anais Mitchell and Evalyn Parry.

Queer FM, February 18th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 18:01:34 -0800

A recap of the IRQO symposium, featuring comments from Jessica Stern of Human Rights Watch, El Farouk Khaki of Salam, Hedy Fry, Barbara Hall and Niaz Salimi.

February 11th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 18:10:45 -0800

Kimberly Nixon's lawyer, barbara findlay, discusses the Supreme Court of Canada's refusal to hear the appeal of her case against Vancouver Rape Relief. Ontario trans activist Susan Gapka shares her thoughts. Toronto immigration lawyer, El Farouk Khaki talks about the case of Alvaro Orozco, the Nicaraguan man who was refused asylum in Canada because the refugee board refused to believe he's gay.

January 14th, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 18:04:19 -0800

Queer Palestinians and the Three Parent Case

Queer FM - January 7th, 2007

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 07 Jan 2007 18:05:31 -0800

Asham Parsi of the Iranian Queer Organization speaks about their upcoming forum in Toronto on queer rights in Iran. Steve Pride counts down the top queer themed films of 2006

Queer FM - December 31st, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 18:02:45 -0800

The top queer independent music releases of 2006 from This Way Out's Audiofile, The top queer news stories of 2006, and Queer FM's own 2006 musical disoveries.

Queer FM - December 17th, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 18:03:07 -0800

Gay Conservative organizer, Gary Mitchell on the failure of Harper's motion to revisit same sex marriage, the future of the evangelical right in the party and Stephane Dion as leader of the Liberals. Quebec activist Michael Hendricks on how Stephane Dion is being received in Quebec. Toronto trans activist Susan Gapka on the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal ruling on access to SRS and the subsequent demonstration.

Queer FM - December 3rd, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 18:03:34 -0800

Greg Elzinga of the Vancouver Centre Liberal Riding Association talks to us from his cell phone at Dorval airport about the outcome of the Liberal leadership convention Edmonton activist Chris Wells on the outcome of the Alberta Conservative party leadership race The top Queer independent music releases from This Way Out's Audiofile Melissa Ferrick comments on her new CD, In the Eyes of Strangers

Queer FM - November 19th, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 19 Nov 2006 18:21:13 -0800

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Queer FM, November 12th

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 18:13:00 -0800

The Fund Drive Show !! (volume 1)

October 29th, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 29 Oct 2006 18:05:28 -0800

Evan Wolfson of Freedom to Marry on the NJ Supreme Court's Same Sex Marriage Decision Ken Mooney of CUPW on the Vancouver postal workers' protest of homophobic bulk mail Janet Mason's book review Steve Pride's preview of "Infamous" ...the second Truman Capote movie. Murdoch, Heather's 18-year-old cockatiel cheaps in the background.

Queer FM, October 15th, 2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 15 Oct 2006 18:13:37 -0700

In celebration of International LGTB Coming Out Day October 11th: Queer activists Mary Woo Sims, Gilles Marchildon and Michael Hendricks share their coming out stories. Rebecca Sheilds of the Centre talks about the Centre's coming out resources. This Way Out's often-humourous Coming Out Day piece.

08-Oct-2006

CiTR 101.9 Vancouver — Sun, 08 Oct 2006 18:05:07 -0700

Laurie Arron of Canadians For Equal Marriage and queer ex-Conservative Gary Mitchel discuss "DORA." Syndicated queer journalist Rex Wockner on the Mark Foley affair. The top queer indie music releases of September from This Way Out's Audiofile segment