In this Brothaspeak Podcast #83 we speak to one of the most trail blazing LGBT culture writer/blogger and fellow podcaster around with over 10 million views to his blog. Introducing Ronald Matters. Ronald Matters Ronald Matters is a LGBT culture writer with over 10 million views to his blog RonaldMatters.com. He studied Journalism at the University…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast, we go back in history for a moment to celebrate the history of a music pioneer by the name Frankie Knuckles. In this episode we talk about Frankie's history, his influence, and his legacy with his best friend and Executive Director of the Frankie Knuckles Foundation, Mr. Fredrick D. Dunson. Frankie Knuckles Foundation T…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #81 we talk to XL, one of the top black gay adult entertainment film stars of today. XL has had a great career within the industry since 2012 and he candidly airs all the dirty little secrets out about the industry from a black male's point of view. You don't wanna miss this! XL XXX Adult Model - Photographer - D…

Time to pull out your notebooks because class is in session! In this Brothaspeak Podcast 80th episode, we decide to educate those marketing novice and business owners on what it means to BRAND yourself. We talk to LEMON BRANDS owner and branding expert, Melvin Browne, to talk about the correct ways to brand your business and yourself, top mistakes …

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #79, 30-year adult gay film director Chi Chi LaRue discusses NOIR MALE, a new website that breaks free from the stereotypes and conventions of typical interracial gay porn. Blending classic elegance with modern style, Noir Male showcases black men as they deserve to be seen – sensual, sexual and unapologetically …

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode 78, we speak to State Representative Shevrin D. Jones. In this conversation we talk about the current political environment, what it means to be progressive, the job of a state representative, LGBTQ issues, and more. Shevrin D. Jones Shevrin Jones, a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives, repr…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #77 we speak to famed choreographer & director Jamal Sims about his documentary WHEN THE BEAT DROPS, which is a bold and energetic documentary exploring "bucking," a dance subculture popular within the black LGBTQ community in the South. Jamal Sims Jamal Sims is one of today’s most sought after choreographer/dire…

In the Brothaspeak Podcast episode #76, we speak to Robert Phillipson. On the show we discuss some of his work such as T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness: Queer Blues Divas of the 1920s, and other unknown queer black history. KweliTV KweliTV is an interactive streaming platform that shares the African Diaspora experience through undiscovered documentaries, f…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #75 we speak with author John Collins talking about his book, God ain't call me Fag. In this interview John conveys his experience in discovering his truth, while in the process relearning and maintaining his relationship with god. Book - God ain't call me Fag This project speaks against praying the gay away. It …

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #74 we talk to Darnell Moore to discuss his new book, No Ashes in the Fire. In this interview we dive into his creative process, Camden, book tour, and more. Darnell Moore Darnell L. Moore is an writer and activist whose work is informed by anti-racist, feminist, queer of color, and anti-colonial thought and advo…

Brothaspeak Podcast Episode #73 talks with guest Sarah Toce, LGBTQNation writer, to discuss the new initiative to allow adoption agencies to LEGALLY discriminate against LGBTQ parents. Sarah Toce Sarah currently serves on the boards of the Society of Professional Journalists - Washington Chapter (spjwash), GALECA -The LGBTQ Entertainment Critics As…

In our Brothaspeak Podcast episode #72, we interview the president of Black Equity, Inc., Mr. Earl Fowlkes, Jr. to discuss the current state of black lgbt pride events across america and abroad. In this conversation we try to answer all the questions and the future of pride events. Center of Black Equity, Inc. Website: Center of Black Equity, Inc. …

In our 71st podcast episode, we talk to Joshua Luke the Editor-in-Chief of Ebanman Lifestyle Magazine. Luke talks about the publication, pushing the envelope in black LGBT men's category, state of publishing, and more. Ebanman Magazine Website: Ebanman.com IG: ebanmaninc FB: Ebanman Magazine Twitter: @Ebanmaninc Brothaspeak Podcast Brothaspeak Podc…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast 70th episode we explore the life of Jeff Commings, an accomplished black gay swimmer who candidly discusses the ups and downs of being in the closet, how it affected his career, rising back, and the state of being LGBT within major sports. Jeff Commings Twitter: @jeffswim Career Outline: https://www.usms.org/people/0310T…

Brothaspeak Podcast episode #69 speaks to Lester Matthews aka Newnue. Newnue aka Lester Matthews started as a video blogger with a series as he traveled around America documenting Pride events and community forums providing entertaining content while spreading awareness. Now Newnue continues to give his fans the videos they want to see as he introd…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode #68, we explore a dating app called RUMPUR. This app was created for men of color and the ones who love them. Listen as we spoke to the Founder & CEO of RUMPUR, Mr. Garfield Wright. RUMPUR This app was made for the men of color and the ones who love them. Free and clear of racism. IG: rumpur_app Brothaspeak Podca…

In the Brothaspeak podcast episode #67 we interview Jared Walker (Director), Lazarus tate (Actor), and Tiffany Luke (Art Director) about this forbidden love story that truly defines the meaning of ride or die. LAKE WINFIELD About a love story set in the 1860s where interracial relations were seen as forbidden, especially between a slave and the sla…

In this special Brothaspeak Podcast #66, we decided expand our horizons a bit to present our first people of color (POC) episode for a brand new drama series premiering 5/6/2018 on the Starz Network called VIDA. VIDA follows the life of two Mexican-American sisters, Emma and Lyn, from the Eastside of Los Angeles who couldn't be more different or di…

In this 65th episode, Brothaspeak Podcast explores the homosexual history within Africa. We discuss this topic with award winning historian Marc Epprecht. MARC EPPRECHT Marc Epprecht is a professor in the Department of Global Development Studies at Queen's University, Canada. He has consulted and published extensively on the history of gender and s…

In our 64th Brothaspeak Podcast episode, we converse with Political Columnist, activist, speaker, and author Mr. Duvalier Malone about the process of giving a damn. Duvalier Malone Political Columnist Political Researcher Consultant Community Activist Motivational Speaker Email: Duvalierscheduler@gmail.com Contact: (202) 810-9761 Brothaspeak Podcas…

In this BSP episode, Fly Young Red tells it like it is with no holds barred! FYR talks about everything from his start in the industry, his life being threatened, how the LGBTQ community accepted him, and all the life lessons he learned in the process. Fly Young Red Fly Young Red is an hip hop artist who gained notoriety due to his controversial so…

OUT: The Saga A groundbreaking new LGBTQ web series, Out: A Saga, a suspense-thriller crime drama. The series follows an aspiring drag performer who becomes a target in a crime spree that tears the community apart. Friends become enemies and enemies become friends because in this universe nothing is as it appears to be. Directed and edited by Perde…

Who is Erica B? In the 61st Brothaspeak Podcast episode, we talk to LGBT indie artist, Erica B. This Indie Hip Hop artist with an Hypnotic R&B Flow has been in the music scene going towards 10 years and she shows no signs of stopping. In her first interview she opens up about her journey, sound, and her life. Erica B. - Social Media Twitter - 1eric…

In this 60th episode, we interview creator of the LGBT Arts & Culture Music Festival Mr. Gregory Douglas where he talks about what he has in store for his guest during the memorial day weekend in Punta Cuna, Dominican Republic. LGBT ARTS & CULTURE MUSIC FESTIVAL: This 4 night 5 day festival is scheduled Memorial Day Weekend May 25-29, 2018 at the f…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast #59 we learn Who's your Daddy? The term, the misuse, misunderstanding of the title, where it came from, and learn of an organization where can it be used in a highly regarded manner - ONYX DEEP SOUTH. ONYX DEEP SOUTH ONYX Deep South is looking to provide other men of color a safe place to come together and explore more a…

In this episode, we speak to Lamont Pierrè about his career, his production company, and his work. Lamont does not fall short of honesty and what he thinks about about the community, his legacy, and the future. Lamont Pierrè A 18-year veteran of the film industry who has produced original, edgy, cinematic & compelling series & films. Most of his wo…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast Interview Richard & Charles, Co-Owners of Lambda Vodka, discuss the birth of a business, how it all got started, and the journey as a couple. Highlights Birth of Lambda Vodka Marriage Trials The Journey & the love Colorbloc Festival Lambda Vodka Twitter - @LambdaVodka Instagram - @Drinklambdavodka www.facebook.com/DrinkL…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode (#56) we interview pioneer LGBTQ Stand-up comedian, Sampson McCormick, who has been named "One of the Funniest LGBT Comics" by OUT.com and Buzzfeed and has appeared on MTV, BET, OWN, & VICELAND. Sampspon McCormick Sampson McCormick works as a pioneering LGBTQ black stand up comic and writer of comedy album "Shea …

In this podcast episode, we converse with award winning Journalist and now Author, Chike Frankie Edozien. We discuss the life in africa for the LGBTQ, transitioning to America, career, and the book. HIGHLIGHTS: Career How the book came about To be LGBTQ in Africa Transitioning to America Sharing of storied from his book CHIKE FRANKIE EDOZIEN www.ed…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast LGBTQ Grind & Hustle Moment, we focus on an entrepreneur within the Black LGBTQ community located in Atlanta, Tao Fi, and CEO of Kai-Tahn Entertainment. TAO FI - CEO OF KAI-TAHN ENTERTAINMENT FACEBOOK - CLICK HERE TWITTER - @Kai_TahnEnt INSTAGRAM - tao_fi BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podcast whe…

On part 2 of this podcast episode, we continue to get a true glimpse into the lives of the transgender experience coming into their truth. GUEST PANEL Tatiyana Rejee Narinesingh Dillion Michael Reardon HIGHLIGHTS Audience Q & A BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podcast where we discuss black LGBT issues and topics with humor, h…

On the podcast episode, we get a true glimpse into the lives of the transgender experience coming into their truth. As you will listen, this experience involves black market, ridicule, corporate harassment, & politics. GUEST PANEL Tatiyana Rejee Narinesingh Dillion Michael Reardon HIGHLIGHTS Personal Stories Needs of the community Coming into their…

(PART 2) In this Brothaspeak Podcast we speak honesty, open, and blunt about gay women and the differences featuring Maya Gee (Entrepreneur). HIGHLIGHTS Relationships Self Discovery Spiritual Understanding Roles MAYA GEE (Social Media) Instagram - MGHustle Facebook - MayaGee Website - Tshirtpaloozalife BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakpod.net Bro…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast we speak honesty, open, and blunt about gay women/lesbians featuring Maya Gee (Entrepreneur). HIGHLIGHTS Gay Friendships Relationships Terms Self Discovery Spiritual Understanding Mental Health MAYA GEE (Social Media) Instagram - MGHustle Facebook - MayaGee Website - Tshirtpaloozalife BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakp…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode, we speak to Nidhi Prakash (BuzzFeedNews Reporter) about the increase in LGBT killings in 2017. NIDHI PRAKASH - BuzzFeedNews Reporter Twitter - @nidhiprakash Website - kinja.com/nidhiprakash BROTHASPEAK PODCAST www.Brothaspeakpod.net Brothaspeak Podcast where we discuss black LGBT issues and topics with humor, ho…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast, David. J. Cork, the Creator of Bi: The Webseries, joins us to discuss developing content, a career, being bisexual, and his "No Homo, No Hetero" documentary on indiegogo, and other future projects. DAVID J. CORK - Social Media No Homo No Hetero - Click Link This documentary exposes the reality of sexual fluidity amog bl…

In this week Brothaspeak Podcast brings part 2 of a community discussion - The Impact of HIV Stigma on the black community. HIGHLIGHTS Audience Q & A Guest Panel Marvin Shaw - Host Yolanda Reed - Bell Lorenzo Robinson Christopher Bates Jamaal Starks World AIDS MUSEUM and Educational Center 1201 NE 26th St #111, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 (954) 390-055…

For a segment of people that only represents 13% of the entire U.S population, yet represents 43% of the new HIV cases within America. Why are black people carrying the burden of this epidemic when it originally didn't start this way. In this week Brothaspeak Podcast, we have a community discussion in regards to this topic. HIGHLIGHTS Introduction …

On this episode of Brothaspeak Podcast, we talk to author David Christel on his book Married Men Coming Out: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming the Man You Were Born to Be. David breaks down some of the chapters, and the emotional roller coaster every married man faces in finding their truth. Highlights Disclosing to spouse and children Religion's stan…

On this Brothaspeak RISING STAR moment, we focus on THE IZM. THE IZM is a 12 year veteran of the Hip Hop industry within the LGBT world and BEYOND. He is currently residing in the ATL blowing up stages as a newly formed duo called THE DARK ALLEY ECHOES gaining momentum in the music scene, and he was also featured on Spike Lee's 2014 Da Sweet Blood …

On this Brothaspeak Podcast episode, we discuss the issues and why LGBGTQ people of color have difficulty meeting. Our guest is Shaka Has (Relationship Blogger) & Lamont Scales (Owner of a Better Way To Meet). Lamont Scales (Owner of A BETTER WAY TO MEET) A Better Way To Meet is a professional matchmaking service for gay and bisexual men in the Atl…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast we interview the Creator and Founder of HEETIZM which is a yearly event that caters to Big Men of Color celebrating Big Men of Color. Along with a faithful attendee & supporter Emilio, and Mr. Jason Whitesel, the Assistant Professor of Women's & Gender Studies at Pace University and the author of Fat Gay Men: Girth, Mirt…

In this Brothaspeak Podcast episode 41 we speak with Antoine Craigwell, President, CEO, & Founder of DBGM (Depressed Black Gay Men), to discuss the untold truth of depression for queer people of color seeking help. ** www.DBGM.org ** HIGHLIGHTS * The journey of a depressed queer person of color seeking treatment *How non-profit organizations treat …

In this Brothaspeak Podcast 40th episode we speak with Antoine Craigwell, President, CEO, & Founder of DBGM (Depressed Black Gay Men), to discuss the untold truth of depression and how it is treated for queer people of color. ** www.DBGM.org ** HIGHLIGHTS * The journey of a depressed queer person of color seeking treatment *How non-profit organizat…

In this podcast episode we interviewed Kevin Mumford, an author & historian to discuss his recent book "Not Straight, Not White". This compelling book recounts the history of black gay men from the 1950s to the 1990s, tracing how the major movements of the times--from civil rights to black power to gay liberation to AIDS. HIGHLIGHTS * Stories of ac…

In this 38th episode, Brothaspeak Podcast interviews with DC Black Pride's promoter of all promoters Mr. Daryl Wilson. Mr. Wilson comes to Brothaspeak Podcast full of surprises for this year's DC Pride and bringing only the best of the best! DARYL WILSON www.darylwilsondc.com DC Pride Tickets Tickets are $150 plus service charge May 25th to 29th BR…

Brothaspeak Podcast Interviews "parTy Boi" documentary director Michael Rice parTy boi: black diamonds in ice castles” is a poetic periscope into the world of crystal meth addiction in the urban Black and Latino queer community. The film paints a broad and visual, yet harrowing picture of crystal meth addicts in their psychological state and reflec…

In this 36th episode, Brothaspeak Podcast speaks to a rising star within the Black LGBT community by the name of Kemar Jewel. Kemar Jewel is an award-winning international Director & Choreographer whose work has been featured on the Huffington Post, TIME Magazine, MSNBC, and Fox News. Jewel is also the mastermind behind the viral YouTube video "Vog…

BrothaSpeak Podcast #35 brings to you the local Moonlight Celebration in honor of Tarell Alvin McCraney, Barry Jenkins, and all cast & crew. This event was featured at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center located in Liberty City Miami, Florida. The celebration also gave light to the community that helped develop the film and city that helped t…

This podcast interview is with none other than SEVEN KING, the creator of the very first people of color transgender web series called 'Eden's Garden'. Seven's web series kicked off in 2015 with a huge reception which left fans wanting more. Now Seven is back in 2017 with 'Eden's Garden' and a few more surprises to share with the world. YOUTUBE - E…