Hosted by Chicago native and Army veteran Dion McGill, Off The Beaten Podcast uncovers the coolest stories and people you didn’t know you needed. From artists and activists to everyday folks doing extraordinary things, Dion dives deep into real conversations that inspire, challenge, and entertain. Thoughtful, funny, and unfiltered—this isn’t your average interview show. It’s a journey off the beaten path.
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Saturday Jul 02, 2022
Saturday Jul 02, 2022
Hello Friends!
While sitting and reflecting, it dawned on me I hadn't ever done an episode about Pride Month, which is a pretty big deal here in Chicago, so I took some time to reflect on some memories that tightly correlate in my head with the LGBTQIA+ community. It's story time!!!
Resources:
- Fatal Violence Against The Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Community in 2022
- LGBTQ Community Speaks Out Following Deaths of Two Chicago-Area Black Trans Women
- State Representative Kelly Cassidy
- Aurora Pride Parade 2022 Draws Hundreds After Almost Cancelled Over Revoked Permit Controversy
- History.com: The Stonewall Riots
- History.com: How The Mob Helped Establish NYC's Gay Bar Scene
- Full Moon Over The Stonewall: Howard Smith's Account of the Stonewall Riots
- City Cast Chicago: Remembering Mama Gloria
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