Episode 153: 2026 Wish List for the LGBTQ+ Community

In this episode of Listen Up Girl, we look ahead to 2026 through the lens of the LGBTQ+ community — not with vague optimism, but with clear expectations shaped by the headlines we’ve lived through.From federal LGBTQ+ protections and trans rights becoming settled law, to the dismantling of ICE and a humane immigration system for queer and trans asylum seekers, this episode breaks down what real progress should look like in the year ahead. We talk about Florida changing course after years of anti-LGBTQ+ policy, why safety and accountability must be non-negotiable, and how the 2026 midterms could shape the future of LGBTQ+ lives nationwide.This is a conversation about power, policy, and people — and why hope for the LGBTQ+ community in 2026 isn’t passive. It’s something we organize, vote for, and demand.If you care about LGBTQ+ rights, equality, and the future we’re building together, this episode is for you. Hosted by Zach Randles-Friedmanhttps://www.listenupgirl.com/Follow me at https://www.instagram.com/therealzachre/Podcast music: https://dillonderosa.com/ Thank you Dillion!!!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.