Queer Voices

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, author R. Lee Ingalls talks to Chris Ehlinger about his life and inspiration to run for the Harris County Appraisal District Place 2 this year. Then Courtney Costello comes on to discuss her work writing the stage version of BABETTE'S FEAST by  Isak Dinesen. Then, R. Lee Ingalls and Brett Cullum do a NEWS WRAP segment. Link to Chris Ehlinger campaign: https://chrisehlinger.com/Tickets for BABETTE's FEAST from Mighty Acorn Productions, running at the MATCH : https://matchouston.org/events/2026/babettes-feastQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week, author R. Lee Ingalls sits down with AJ Mistretta, VP of Corporate Communications at Houston First. They talk about how AJ markets Houston to the world, and includes the LGBTQIA+ community as part of its attraction. Then Brett Cullum talks to Matt Hune about the 10th anniversary season for Rec Room Arts, which kicks off with Rose Morrigan in AMADEUS in September. Brett and Lee also do a news wrap segment to round out this week. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailMARY'S NATURALLY was an icon in the Houston bar world until it closed in November of 2009 after almost forty years of slinging drinks and keeping it sleazy. Loyd Powell and Robert Conn of THE HEART OF LEATHER tell Brett Cullum about an exhibit at the MATCH of the MARY'S bartops, which were covered in photos. Then Brett talks to Rhett Martinez and Cindy Wang about Jen Silverman's play COLLECTIVE RAGE, which has strong lesbian and feminist vibes. Finally, R. Lee Ingalls and Brett Cullum do a news wrap-up session on the opening of Asia's Place, Gay Republicans, U of H's curriculum becoming less diverse, and the population becoming more queer. HEART OF LEATHER:  https://heartofleather.org/MILDRED'S UMBRELLA:  https://www.mildredsumbrella.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week, it's a DISCO TAKEOVER with DJ AC. You can catch his shows on KPFT from 3 am to 5 am on Saturdays, but we wanted to move him to prime time. It's an hour of disco inferno for the hot August night!  And follow DJ AC with his TRASH DISCO shows around Houston. You can find him on the socials as Alfonso Alex Charry. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, R. Lee Ingalls sits down with Tanner Williams to discuss the Diana Foundation's history and future. The Dianas are the oldest LGBTQIA+ social and philanthropic group in the United States. And they are bringing the COWGAYS into Houston on November 8th, so we are talking to that country supergroup of queer joy to round it all out. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailAre you ready for some stages in the Summer? First up, Brett Cullum talks with Denise Fennell Pasqualone about becoming a habit as Sister at Stages, now in her 19th year! Then he talks to Marco Comacho about being impossibly gay and incredibly tall in MEAN GIRLS. Finally, Kristen Herink and Miles Estes share their insights into bringing XANADU to life. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIt's a mean girl roller disco for old folks on Queer Voices this week! Brett Cullum talks to Kathryn Jacobson about playing Regina George at Queensbury Theatre starting up in August. R. Lee Ingalls talks to financial expert Tim Stokes about fraudsters targeting the elderly, and what we can do to protect them. And finally, Logan Vaden talks to Brett about resurrecting XANADU just in time for the Pride Parade! MEAN GIRLS: https://www.queensburytheatre.org/meangirlsXANADU:  https://matchouston.org/events/2026/xanaduQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailFirst up, we have executive producer Bryan Hlavinka talking to Breanna Foster Director of Clinic Operations at Legacy Community Health from LEGACY COMMUNITY HEALTH and their event at their WELLNESS BAR on Westheimer. Next stop, Brett Cullum talks with Klara Zieglerova about her design work for the ALLEY’s latest production, THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN. Then it's to the stacks! We talk with author R. Lee Ingalls and poet Stalina Villarreal about their appearances at the Houston LGBTQ+ Independent Author Fair at the Montrose Center on Saturday, August 1, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. And finally, Matthew Williams continues our coverage of A NICE INDIAN BOY that opens at ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS on Friday, July 31st. He talks with Taher Lokhandwala about what brings him joy! Wellness Bar by Legacyhttps://www.wellnessbarbylegacy.org/GIRL ON THE TRAIN https://www.alleytheatre.org/plays/the-girl-on-the-trainHouston LGBTQ+ Independent Author Fair at the Montrose Center on Saturday, August 1, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMA NICE INDIAN BOY https://asiasociety.org/texas/events/nice-indian-boyQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week, Brett Cullum takes on three topics - pride banners, a book fair, and a gay romantic comedy. First up, Jack Valinski talks about bringing Pride Banners back to compensate for the removal of our rainbow crosswalk. When they go low, we go high! Literally! Then John Merullo talks about the 2nd annual LGBTQIA+ Book Fair at the Montrose Center! And finally, the cast of A NICE INDIAN BOY talks about their revival at the Houston Asia Society.  HOUSTON LGBTQIA+ BOOK AND AUTHOR FAIR - at the Montrose Center from 10 am until 3 pm. A NICE INDIAN BOY presented by Aerial Roots Theatre Company: https://asiasociety.org/texas/events/nice-indian-boyQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Brett Cullum talks with Reverend Neil G. Thomas, the Senior Pastor of Cathedral of Hope of Dallas, about an editorial published in the NY TIMES slamming the word QUEER by Matthew Vines. Then author R. Lee Ingalls speaks about what it's like being related to Laura Ingalls Wilder now that Netflix is rebooting LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. And finally, Rhys Carr reveals what it is like to be non-binary and on tour with MOULIN ROUGE.  Cathedral of Hope: https://www.cathedralofhope.com/R. Lee Ingalls: https://www.outsmartmagazine.com/2020/11/picking-up-where-little-house-left-off/MOULIN ROUGE at the HOBBY CENTER: https://houston.broadway.com/shows/moulin-rouge-the-musical-2/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailGary Wood and Lee Ingalls explore the connection between the queer community, friends, and career. Gary has been a Pride Grand Marshal, helped found the Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, and is President of the Board of the Montrose Center. Then Brett Cullum talks to Holland Vavra about her upcoming cabaret show at Stages, starting July 9th and running through July 26th. Holland Vavra tickets: https://stageshouston.com/event/a-cabaret/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailQueer Voices finishes up PRIDE MONTH with an all-music edition of songs for you. We've got Madonna, Orville Peck, Rod Stewart, a tribute to Cher from Adam Lambert, and a whole lot more. Happy Pride 2026! Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailWe continue celebrating PRIDE by bringing together the QUEER VOICES - Bryan Hlavinka, Deborah Moncrief Bell, R. Lee Ingalls, Jacob Newsone, and Brett Cullum. We talk about what it all means to us. Then, Jack Vallinski looks back at his time with PRIDE HOUSTON. Finally, Derek Charles Livingston is proud of SPAMILTON at Stages Houston, which has been extended through July 5th. STAGES - SPAMILTON https://stageshouston.com/event/spamilton-an-american-parody/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailTHE COWGAYS are a viral sensation this Pride season! They are a country trio comprised of music artists Brooke Eden, Chris Housman, and Adam Mac, and they take on '90s Country and bend it to a queer-friendly format. Lee Ingalls and Brett Cullum get to interview them! Then, Trendsetter Grand Marshal 2025 Hayden Cohen talks to the Trendsetter Grand Marshal 2026 D’Trique Fitzgerald! Finally, Brett Cullum talks to CLUE star Zoie Tannous about coming to the Hobby Center and hitting up Jollibee! THE COWGAYS:  https://www.thecowgays.com/CLUE: https://houston.broadway.com/shows/clueJOLLIBEE: https://www.jollibeefoods.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailHAPPY PRIDE MONTH!  First up, Deborah Moncrief Bell talks with Ashley Barnes, who is the 2026 PRIDE HOUSTON 365 Female-Identifying Grand Marshal. Then Brett Cullum gets to chat up Tamara Siler about her cabaret show at Main Street Theater called SINNERS AND SAINTS. Finally, Bryan Hlavinka talks with Brad Pritchett, who is a 2026 PRIDE HOUSTON 365 Distinguished Grand Marshal. Tickets to Tamara Siler's show (runs through June 13th):https://mainstreettheater.com/tamara-siler-sinners-and-saints/Website for EQUALITY TEXAS:  https://equalitytexas.org/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailFirst up on this QUEER VOICES, contributor Ethan Michelle Ganz interviews the Pride 365 Grand Marshal for 2026, representing the ALLIES. Mandy Giles: She is the founder of Parents of Trans Youth, whose advocacy equips families with tools to support and affirm their transgender children.Then Brett Cullum dives into some Theater Voices. First up, Labraska Washington, who is currently at the HOBBY CENTER playing one of the DRIFTERS in Theatre Under the Stars' BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. They are having an OUT AT TUTS performance on Thursday, May 28, at 7:30 pm.  Finally, Brett chats with Alley Resident Company Member Dylan Godwin about his role in DEAR ALIEN, a show running at the Alley where he plays a sassy gay advice columnist out to save the world from itself. Parents of Trans Youth: https://www.parentsoftransyouth.com/BEAUTIFUL: https://www.tuts.org/beautiful-the-carole-king-musical-2026/DEAR ALIEN: https://www.alleytheatre.org/plays/dear-alienQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, past grand marshal and producer Deborah Moncrief Bell interviews 2026 Disgtinguished Grand Marshal for Pride 2026 Judy Reeves. Judy has been a radio personality on KPFT, a community historian, a theater director, and an activist and friend of QUEER VOICES. Then author R. Lee Ingalls interviews financial expert Tim Stokes on the differences between online and brick-and-mortar banks. Don't forget, if you want to help keep us on the air over at KPFT, consider donating to the station at this link:  https://kpft.org/support-kpft/HAPPY PRIDE!  Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we start off with PRIDE 365's Male-Identifying Grand Marshal for 2026, Dr. Roy Rivera. Dr. Roy talks about his career and his journey to fighting for LGBTQIA+ patient treatments. Then Brett Cullum and author R. Lee Ingalls discuss the top five highest-grossing LGBTQIA+ films.  We close out with Jack Wagner, who has written a parody musical about Trump and the MAGA Movement. More information about PRIDE Houston can be found here:  https://pridehouston.org/Dr. Roy's Elation Therapy can be found here:  https://elationpt.comSTABLE GENIUS tickets can be found at:  https://matchouston.org/events/2026/stable-geniusQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailBrett Cullum starts this episode talking to Paul Hope about his CLASSIC DISNEY CABARET running Mondays in May at Ovations. Then Bryan Hlavinka talks with Jack Berger about becoming a Distinguished Grand Marshal for Pride 365. Matthew Williams talks to Joe Panzarella about running for City Council. And finally, Bryan talks to The Royal Mystic Order of CHAOS about doing ROCKY HORROR at the River Oaks Movie Theatre. Paul Hope Cabaret:  https://www.paulhopecabarets.org/Joe Panzarella Campaign:  https://www.joeforhouston.com/Rocky Horror at River Oaks:  https://www.theriveroakstheatre.com/movie/RiverOaks/ROCKY-HORROR-PICTURE-SHOW-with-The-Royal-Mystic-Order-of-CHAOSQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis is a "best of" episode of QUEER VOICES, including three of our most popular segments. First up, Bryan Hlavinka interviewed Molly Cook back when she was running for Texas Senate. Brett Cullum spoke with Mike and Kyle from the podcast GAY-ISH about the word QUEER. And finally, Ethan Michelle Ganz spoke with an ex-teacher about the Texas Bathroom Bill and its impact on his career.  And just for fun, Madonna and K.D. Lang sings us off. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis episode kicks off with Avery Belyeu (CEO of THE MONTROSE CENTER) and Tammi Wallace (CEO of the  Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce) about the Kinder Institute's LOVE Survey of the Houston LGBTQIA+ community. Then Deborah Moncrief Bell talks Pride with PRIDE 365's President Kerry-Ann Morrison. Finally, Brett talks with Jason Nodler and Greg Dean of THE CATASTROPHIC THEATRE about their latest production, THE DESIGNATED MOURNER. Link to the Chamber website: https://www.houstonlgbtchamber.com/Link to the Montrose Center:  https://montrosecenter.org/Link to Pride 365:  https://pridehouston.org/Link to CATASTROPHIC: https://catastrophictheatre.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailWe start this episode with the gentlemen and gentlethem from TRANS VOICES discussing their non-profit and the upcoming Transgender Sexual and Wellness Fair at the Montrose Center on April 19th. Elih, Rene, Robin, and Theo address their community's concerns. Then Brett talks with Ellis C. Dawson III about his part in SPAMALOT, brought to Houston by Theatre Under the Stars. And finally, Brett talks to Kendrick Brown about his role in FENCES, which is opening up at the Alley. Links: Trans Voices https://www.transvoices.life/houston-chapterTUTS site for SPAMALOT tickets:   https://www.tuts.org/THE ALLEY for FENCES tickets:  https://www.alleytheatre.org/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailOn this episode, QUEER VOICES dives into the theater. We have Derek Charles Livingston, who is the artistic director of STAGES HOUSTON. He breaks down his coming season. Jack Wagner tells us about a TRUMP musical called STABLE GENIUS that is premiering right here in Houston. Finally, Logan Vaden turns 35 for his special production of COMPANY from THE GARDEN THEATRE.Stages Houston - https://stageshouston.com/STABLE GENIUS - https://matchouston.org/events/2026/stable-geniusCOMPANY - https://matchouston.org/events/2026/company Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailBrett Cullum talks to RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Season 16's Runner-up Sapphira Cristál about his/her/their appearance at the PUNCHLINE Comedy Club on April 17th at 9:30 pm. Surprisingly, Sapphira was raised here in Houston, and we talk to him/her/them about doing things like going to church with Beyoncé and Frenchie's chicken.  Then R. Lee Ingalls talks with banking professional Tim Stokes about electronic payment apps such as Zelle, PayPal, and Venmo.  Finally, Brett has an interview with Cartreze Tucker of BACK TO THE FUTURE, which is at the Hobby Center through Sunday, April 5th. TICKETS FOR SAPPHIRA:https://www.ticketmaster.com/sapphira-cristal-houston-texas-04-17-2026/event/3A00645222574E72TICKETS FOR BACK TO THE FUTURE: https://www.tuts.org/back-to-the-future-the-musical-2026/?gclsrc=aw.ds&&adtype=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22748810795&gbraid=0AAAAADlaWWt0lBx12-HW5Ndc2rp7N77k4&gclid=CjwKCAjwvqjOBhAGEiwAngeQnbtXGtmpA6yb9_m9FzbjXYV4jqh6GChsdtss_1V-SSw_18asPPuRBxoCuKwQAvD_BwEQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis episode starts with a fascinating conversation Jacob Newsome has with family therapist August Tousignant-Stanton. They promote a queer-adjusted systemic lens model for their therapy sessions. Then Brett Cullum talks with actor Zack Varela. They are non-binary and in the family epic LEOPOLDSTADT, which is being presented by Main Street Theater. Finally, Lee Ingalls joins Brett to talk about some queer slanted news stories. Tickets for Leopoldstadt:  https://mainstreettheater.com/leopoldstadt/POWER OF THE NARRATIVE from Jacob Newsome:  https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jacob64448/PRAIRIE RAINBOW REVIEW by Brett Cullum and Lee Ingalls:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2461180Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week, we dive into a campaign now in its fourth year. SHOW YOUR PRIDE is a portrait project and collaboration with the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with creative partner Chandrayee Soneja, with Soneja Creative. Tammi Wallace and Chandrayee are interviewed by Brett Cullum. Then Jacob Newsome interviews Keith Porter, Jr.'s father. His son was killed by an off-duty ICE agent on New Year's Eve. Finally, Brett Cullum speaks with Houston Drag ICON, Violet S'Arbleu, about the Drag Ban, which goes into effect on March 18th. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan Hlavinka interviews Eric Hulsey about OUT AT THE RODEO, which is happening on March 21st this year. Brett Cullum talks to Alejo Vietti, who costumed THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, now running at the Alley through the 29th. Deborah Moncrief Bell talks to Patricia Grayhall about her latest thriller called FRAMED. Finally, Bryan Hlavinka sits down with the President of the Dianas, Tanner Williams, to discuss the 73rd annual Diana Awards held on March 21st. Links:  OUT AT THE RODEO https://outrodeo.com/THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNESThttps://www.alleytheatre.org/plays/importance-of-being-earnest/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23624683368&gbraid=0AAAAADke6EhswshOkCVA1t5bvs7lkMFcS&gclid=CjwKCAiAtq_NBhA_EiwA78nNWNCs_iLARTba_Ohub6mmz_0l-Vzry2qQlMmhD13gmwczNMRDrvulNRoCoXQQAvD_BwEAuthor - Patricia Grayhall https://www.amazon.com/stores/Patricia-Grayhall/author/B09QPLP8M3?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=640c2334-00ea-4ed1-a5fb-0af7e2ba6165The Dianas https://thedianafoundation.gay/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailWe start off talking with Joe Folladori and Tamarie Cooper of THE CATSTROPHIC THEATRE as they are in the middle of premiering Joe's hit show KATY PERRY CANDY DARLING MARY MAGDELANE. Then, Ethan Michelle Ganz talks with a transgender man who left his teaching job because of the Texas Bathroom Bill. Finally, Brett Cullum talks with Edward Staudenmayer about his marriage and touring with THE GREAT GATSBY. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis is an interview you will ONLY find on our podcast. This interview did not air on KPFT. It includes some coarse language and features Davis Mendoza Darusman talking with Grant Martin about Houston politics and the campaigns he masterminded. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailWe start off with an interview with the new President of the Houston LGBTQ Political Caucus, Brandon Mack.  Then Bryan Hlavinka talks to two candidates that are both running for Houston City Council District C - Nick Hellyar and Patrick Oathout. Both candidates are queer voices! And finally, we discuss Jacob Anthony Rose's memoir Stillness and Survival: A Life Between Trauma, Glitter, and the Echo of My Own Voice. Nick Hellyar site: https://nickforhouston.com/Patrick Oathout site: https://patrickforhouston.com/Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus site: https://www.thecaucus.org/Jacob Anthony Rose site:  https://jacobanthonyrose.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, author R. Lee Ingalls speaks in depth with Jack Berger about his life and legacy as a community leader. Jack has just been named Institutional Giving Officer at the Montrose Center. Lee talks to him about coming out, his career in sports, and how he affects change in any organization he enters. Then the whole QUEER VOICES team assembles to honor Carl Han and Kenney Loftin, two men we recently lost at the end of January. We also reveal the candidates for Grand Marshals of PRIDE HOUSTON 2026's parade. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this hour, we talk theater with two of Houston’s movers and shakers. Brenda Palestina is currently starring in the Alley’s production of REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES, which runs through February 15th. The show is a mix of politics about women and immigrants that is more timely than ever. Then Brett speaks with Paul Hope about his cabaret show  Loverly- The Broadway of Lerner and Loewe (and Lane), which will be performed on Monday, February 9, 16th, and 23rd, at 7:30 pm at Ovations Night Club in Rice Village. Paul is a walking encyclopedia of Houston and musical theater. Rounding out the episode, Jacob Newsome interviews trans activist Raquel Willis. Raquel is a national figure in the Transgender Rights fight, and she has a lot to say about where we are.REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES:  https://www.alleytheatre.org/plays/real-women-have-curves/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23387036587&gbraid=0AAAAADke6EicWpJGec6DaOzJHt6yZ_De_&gclid=CjwKCAiA1obMBhAbEiwAsUBbIm7uyVjx5-8Jduhaxsdbk39LAGoe-Eig7MNW0g6Kq98auZCRZW-UzBoChKMQAvD_BwEPaul Hope Cabarets:  https://www.paulhopecabarets.org/Raquel Willis:  https://www.raquelwillis.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis QUEER VOICES will focus on the political as we get personal with two candidates running for judicial office. First up, Bryan Hlavinks talks with Jim Kovach, who is campaigning for re-election to Harris County Civil Court at Law #2. Then, a political candidate himself, Davis Medoza Darusman (running for JP Precinct 5, Place 2), talks with "lesbian activist" and former mayor Annise Parker. She is running for Harris County Judge. Links to campaigns:  https://www.anniseparker.com/https://kovachforjudge.com/https://www.davisforjustice.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week's show includes three distinct segments! First up is Davis Mendoza Darusman, who is running for Justice of the Peace in Precinct 5. Then we have Tim Stokes, a banking compliance consultant, and he speaks about what to watch out for now that the government no longer regulates lenders. And finally, R. Lee Ingalls and Brett Cullum talk about how queer television is getting thanks to HEATED RIVALRY and STRANGER THINGS! We hope you are not here just for "basic Sci Fi!"   Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week, we are going non-binary! Brett drafts Clarity Welch of the Catastrophic Theatre to talk about their journey refusing to label themselves as this or that. Along the way, we discuss queer theater and pop culture figures who broke the binary. Then, non-binary director Andrew Roblyer tells us about their 12-hour directing marathon, THE DIRECTOR'S CUT. This event will take place on January 24th at Studio 101, located on Spring Street.  So let's peek behind the curtain of androgyny and agender! If you need tickets for the DIRECTOR'S CUT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/directors-cut-the-marathon-tickets-1976783189734Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIs that the air on fire, or is it just 2026? Dr. Lana Coble gives us the astrological insight into what 2026 has up its sleeve. Spoiler alert, it's pretty transformational. Things are really going to move, and some of you need to party like it's 1999. After that, Brett Cullum talks with Nimitz High School Graduate Darrel T. Joe about his homecoming to Houston with the 30th anniversary tour of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. It's going to be at the Hobby Center as part of the BROADWAY AT THE HOBBY CENTER series until January 18th. Tickets can be found at: https://houston.broadway.com/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailHappy 2026 from all of us here at QUEER VOICES! Here is a time warp featuring our favorite historian and deejay, JD DOYLE. This show includes three mini segments from 2014 and his QUEER MUSIC HERITAGE collection. It's like your gay uncle's playlist broke loose and invaded your speakers for about an hour. For more about JD and Queer Music Heritage:  https://www.queermusicheritage.com/Enjoy! Dance! And stay gay, Pony boy!  Link to JD's book 1981: https://www.amazon.com/1981-My-Gay-American-Road-Trip/dp/1943444382/ref=sr_1_1?crid=14WKEWKLHZ4BZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rizpkCuiMSKi-cAnq9_LEw.DBv1iF0D6WqW5eNoYy96S0xxGFxmi2HRYa-RJT5FJ3c&dib_tag=se&keywords=1981+jd+doyle&qid=1766959745&sprefix=1981+JD+Do%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-1Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailHappy Holidays from QUEER VOICES. Brett talks to John Cameron Mitchell about his appearance here in Houston on December 28th at NUMBERS NIGHTCLUB. It is brought to us by ARTHOUSE HOUSTON! Then Brett talks BLACK CHRISTMAS with Joan and Mariana from SCARY MOVIE NIGHTS. They break down the ultimate creepy Christmas flick. Access to this episode is early for podcast subscribers! THANK YOU for listening, and we hope to be in your speakers in 2026! Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the first of a couple of our QUEER VOICES Holiday Specials! We talk with Tammi Wallace about the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and how you can use them as a resource to find the right business to do... well... anything with! Then we have a roundtable featuring Bryan Hlavinka, Deborah Moncrief Bell, R. Lee Ingalls, and Brett Cullum discussing holiday traditions within the community. And we play a song or two to get you in the mood for the holidays! Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis week, the QUEER VOICES team assembles for three segments. First up, Deborah Moncrief-Bell catches up with author and comedienne Jenny Block. Jenny has just finished a book called "Badass Manifesting," and she discusses how to make your dreams a reality. Then the entire Queer Voices team gathers together to discuss the nightmarish bathroom bill and Texas politics in general. Finally, Brett Cullum talks with Julie Irvin Hartman about shocking and sudden changes to HUB certification that will leave minorities and women out in the cold. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis show contains a trio of interviews about holiday theater events in Houston. We talk to Mitchell Greco about WHITE CHRISTMAS, which will show in the Hobby Center from Theatre Under the Stars, Elizabeth Bunch talks A CHRISTMAS CAROL from the Alley Theatre, and Zoe Parkinson lets us know about A DRUNK CHRISTMAS CAROL. Additionally, Lee and Brett discuss holiday shopping.   We found these companies super supportive of the LGBTQIA+ community:  Levi's, Nike, Starbucks, Costco, Bath & Body Works, Delta, United, MGM Resorts, Apple, Microsoft, PayPal, Chase Bank, Wells Fargo, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Ulta, Absolut Vodka, Mercedes, Home Depot and Sephora. Local to Houston - Eclectic Home, Antiques on 19th, AG Gallery, Silverlust, Dramatika, Bliss, and Vinal Edge. These were midling right now:  Amazon and Walmart Companies to Avoid: Chick-fil-a, Shen Yun, and the Salvation ArmyQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailHappy Thanksgiving, and welcome to another episode of Queer Voices. This week, Deborah Moncrief Bell talks with Lana Coble about Lilly Roddy, our community's most famous Astrologer. Lilly passed away recently, and we wanted to remember her and share with you the details of her Celebration of Life, held at the Montrose Center on December 6th. Then Brett Cullum talks to Wesley Whitson about ANGELS IN AMERICA, which is playing now through December 20th at the Rec Room Arts. And finally, Brett and author R. Lee Ingalls discuss the recent bullet we dodged with the Supreme Court in relation to LGBTQIA+ marriage rights. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Queer Voices, we begin with Jacob Newsome interviewing Joelle Espeut, founding chair of the Houston Stonewall Democrats. Joelle discusses her journey to founding a new political action group. Then Brett Cullum talks to Kathy Ng, a playwright who will premiere BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS DISORDER. The show runs from November 21st through December 13th at the MATCH complex. Finally, Deborah Moncrief Bell talks with Ian Haddock about THE NORMAL ANOMALY.    It's a group that seeks to empower the black queer voices in our community.  Tickets for BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS DISORDER can be found here: https://matchouston.org/events/2025/beautiful-princess-disorderQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis is a packed show that starts off with Davis Mendoza Darusman discussing his activism following the removal of the Rainbow Crosswalks in Montrose. Then Stephanie Saint Sanchez talks about LOCAS and their pop-up cabaret called UN-PRESIDENTED. James Martinez discusses TEAM FRIENDLY, and then we speak with Carrie Rai about TONY'S PLACE. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we talk about Neil Diamond, hot flashes, and turkey! Up first, Brett Cullum talks with Ramsey Pack, who is playing THE NOISE in the Neil Diamond musical A BEAUTIFUL NOISE. Ramsey is non-binary, and they discuss the show and their gender identity. Then Deborah Moncrief Bell takes on MENOPAUSE with guest Linda Gibbs. Finally, Brett and author R Lee Ingalls talk KPFT, politics, and holidays for LGBTQIA+ folksQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of QUEER VOICES, Deborah Moncrief Bell talks with Jeffrey Campbell, who is the CEO of ALLIES IN HOPE (formerly AIDS FOUNDATION HOUSTON). He talks about all things related to the organization and tells us about their upcoming Ball, which is scheduled for November 14th.  You can find tickets at https://www.aihhouston.org/hopeforhoustonballDanielle Sampey talks with Bryan Hlavinka about Lazarus House. This organization provides fitness and diet programs for individuals with a chronic condition that causes wasting. Their website can be found at https://thelazarushouse.org/Then Joel Tatum talks to the 2ND CHANCE PLAYERS OF DALLAS, TX. They are about to open a production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT. You can find out more about them at https://www.secondchanceplayers.org/DON'T FORGET... KPFT is a listener-funded radio station. Please, if you can donate in the name of QUEER VOICES, go to https://kpft.allyrafundraising.com/campaigns/11694-may-2024-membership-drive/contributeQueer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis episode begins with a very moving tribute from the mother of Iris Santos, who was a transgender woman murdered in 2021. Her case remains unsolved, and if you have any information, we ask you to step forward. Then Brett Cullum talks to Julia Krohn about the Theatre Under the Stars season opener THE PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. Finally author R. Lee Ingalls and Brett Cullum talk about their latest Netflix obsession, THE HOUSE OF GUINNESS! Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailIt's a packed episode this week! Brett Cullum talks with the ORIGINAL QUEER VOICE, Mr. Jack Valinski! It's all about the crosswalk controversy in Montrose, and we give you a little more insight than the mainstream media. Then Deborah Moncrief Bell talks with Sumya Paruchuri about SEAT, an organization that advocates for queer students. Historian and author R. Lee Ingalls and Brett Cullum talk about the origins of several queer terms for our history month. And Davis Medoza Darusman waxes nostalgic about the LEVITATION music festival. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailOn this episode, QUEER VOICES looks at politics, history, and business. We begin by having Davis Mendoza Darusman speak with Molly Cook, a member of the Texas State Senate. Molly doesn't sugarcoat all of the challenges facing our community today inside Texas politics. Next, author and historian R. Lee Ingalls interviews Richard Watson about his life growing up and coming out decades back in Mississippi, New Orleans, and here in Houston. Richard talks about the challenges of being gay before it was legal or even accepted, and offers advice for us living in the here and now. Finally, Brett Cullum talks with Tammi Wallace about the GREATER HOUSTON LGBTQ+ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. She focuses on women in business, but the conversation encompasses a wide range of topics for queer Houston. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Send us Fan MailThis is a podcast exclusive! Avery Belyeu breaks down the Montrose Gala's biggest fundraiser of the year, OUT FOR GOOD. Jacob Newsome interviews her about the event happening on October 4th at 7:00 p.m. at the Marriott Marquis in Downtown Houston. More tickets and information can be found at : https://montrosecenter.org/event/out-for-good-2025/Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here.  Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond.  Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/