MarkyG's Issues Over The Rainbow

On this unforgettable episode of Issues Over The Rainbow, Marky G. tackles one of the most personal and powerful topics in the LGBTQ+ experience: coming out. Inspired by HBO's Angels in America, he shares heartfelt reflections on fear, authenticity, and the liberating journey of embracing who you truly are. Then, award-winning journalist and bestselling author Bernard Goldberg joins the show for a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation about media bias, gay representation in the press, and whether journalists should influence social change or simply report it. Plus, the gang is all here with Mary Damiano's Red Carpet Report, Greg Ullman's Rainbow World Update, Josh Johnson's youth perspective on growing up with gay parents, Chick Chat's lively debate on "lesbian until graduation," and the latest happenings across South Florida's LGBTQ+ community. Emotional, funny, controversial, and deeply relevant, this is an episode that captures the spirit of Issues Over The Rainbow at its very best.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/markyg-s-issues-over-the-rainbow--7060735/support.

In this powerful episode of Marky G’s Issues Over the Rainbow, the spotlight shines on HBO’s groundbreaking miniseries Angels in America. Marky G sits down with stars Justin Kirk and Ben Shenkman to discuss bringing one of the most celebrated LGBTQ+ stories ever written from the Broadway stage to television alongside legends Al Pacino, Meryl Streep, and Emma Thompson. The show also reflects on World AIDS Week, the legacy of White Party, LGBTQ+ representation in the media, progress for gay rights in Latin America, and the challenges many young people face while coming out to family and friends. With celebrity interviews, community news, entertainment highlights, and thought-provoking discussions, this episode captures a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ culture and visibility.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/markyg-s-issues-over-the-rainbow--7060735/support.

In this special White Party edition of Marky G’s Issues Over the Rainbow, South Florida’s premier LGBTQ+ radio show celebrates one of the community’s biggest weekends of the year. Marky G welcomes legendary DJ and remixer Tracy Young, whose work with Madonna, Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper, and other music icons has made her one of the most influential figures in dance music. The show also explores the historic Massachusetts same-sex marriage ruling and its national implications, discusses coming out and family acceptance, highlights holiday events throughout South Florida, and takes listeners behind the scenes of White Party Week and the iconic Vizcaya celebration. With celebrity guests, community news, relationship advice, political discussion, and plenty of laughter, this episode captures the energy, passion, and spirit of LGBTQ+ life in South Florida at the height of White Party season. Original airdate: November 30, 2003Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/markyg-s-issues-over-the-rainbow--7060735/support.

In this landmark expanded one-hour edition of Issues Over the Rainbow, MarkyG celebrates the show’s exciting new 8AM time slot with an unforgettable episode packed with entertainment, politics, humor, and community pride. Comedy superstar Margaret Cho joins the show for a candid and hilarious conversation about LGBTQ+ rights, politics, addiction, stereotypes, media representation, and the evolving visibility of queer culture in America. The episode also dives into the groundbreaking Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage, White Party Week festivities in South Florida, queer entertainment, youth issues, lesbian culture, and community empowerment. Plus: Red Carpet Report, Rainbow World Update, Chick Chat, Question Mark, and more from the hottest all-gay magazine-style radio show in the country.(Original Airdate: November 23, 2003)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/markyg-s-issues-over-the-rainbow--7060735/support.