Last evening, I had the pleasure to sit down with DJ G and Carman of the G Spod and talk about queer politics. If that sounds boring, just tune into their show- it was wild. I think the world of both guys, and the show is awesome. If you aren’t a regular listener, come on and check them out. If you didn’t know it, Pittsburgh has been a hot bed for the podcast environment, and these guys have been in the thick of it for quite a while.

The G Spod is America’s Real Gay Podcast

I know Carman a bit better than G. I think our personalities and energy level are more similar, while G and my partner Brad are more alike, so it was great to have some time with the both of them. I should remember, but this morning I don’t- what episode it will be- but no matter, get listening to them now and you will hear it in a few weeks. and if you don’t care about hearing me, check it out for the music they play!

I haven’t been on many podcasts, and was really in awe watching them work. I also realized how much I’m used to writing instead of talking about all of this, and the changes needed for that medium. It was a “like duh!” moment for me as I got used to their interview style and approach. Also got me thinking about my message, and for me that has been pretty much all about PA HB 300. Like a mantra I keep saying, go out and set up a meeting with your legislator. sitting with these two guys reminded me that my message assumes a starting place. As a message, only some folks will be ready to accept that call to action. And that’s fine- every message assumes a starting point. but it got me thinking about the myriad places different people are in terms of political engagement. What message would I have for folks at some of the many other diverse starting points along the spectrum from totally unengaged to fervent activist? cool stuff to think about, and I will be writing more as I sort through ideas on this.

Last note about The G Spod for now, if you aren’t listening, check them out! Their website is linked above, and you can find them on iTunes. If there are other spots to find them, maybe G or Carman will leave a comment to this post. Their tag line says it all. “Real” is a good thing and they bring it. One of the biggest offenses done to us by our radical right opponents, is that they try and portray “the homosexual movement” as if it is this single,narrow, mind-set and we are all alike. but we aren’t. The GLBTQ community is as diverse and complex as anything, and we are better off with the slice of that called The G Spod.