S2E1: Educator and Drag Queen - Miss Gay Southern Belle 2025 Is Helping The Next Generation

 Happy Pride, y’all—we’re back!Season 2 of the Skittle Squad Podcast is officially here, and we’re kicking things off with celebration, connection, and some unforgettable stories (including our trip to Alcatraz ).In this premiere episode, we’re joined by the one and only Alice Marie Gripp—educator, advocate, and fierce drag performer—who’s out here changing lives both on stage and in the classroom. We talk about everything from battling bullying in schools to balancing drag, teaching, and activism... oh, and yes, they did get a birthday cake from the Cake Boss. Here’s a taste of what we get into: Why Pride is more than a month—it’s a mission How Alice turns performance into powerful LGBTQ+ advocacy Tips for staying grounded while juggling all the roles Real talk about education policies, fear, and finding hope And how we can keep building safer, more inclusive communitiesWe’re so proud to start this season with someone who truly lives their purpose—and we hope their story reminds you that there’s room for all of us to shine. Hit play and join the conversation. Let’s make Season 2 louder, prouder, and even more impactful.