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Reading Joy Aloud

It’s a rarity to see BookWoman, Austin’s feminist bookstore, filled with gay men. But there they were, most middle-aged or older, most poetically inclined. The purpose of the BoWo gathering was to read and re-ignite the poetry of James Broughton. Read More | Comment »

11:05AM Tue. Mar. 12, Andy Campbell

Maddowpalooza

Rachel Maddow's appearance at SXSW, while billed as a "conversation with," was also scheduled as part of her book tour. What were we in for? Read More | Comment »

3:15PM Mon. Mar. 11, Kate X Messer

Get Schooled at Buck U With 'Mr. Angel'

Six years in the making, Mr. Angel (directed by Dan Hunt) follows Buck Angel, a community activist and porn star (and 2007 Transsexual Performer of the Year), in work, life, love, and family relationships. With the globe-trotting star about to take off for a speaking engagement in Canada, the following interview unfolded over Skype: Read More | Comment »

1:20PM Fri. Mar. 8, Andy Campbell

Rachel Maddow to Speak at SXSW Interactive

MSNBC TV news host Rachel Maddow, a darling of progressive political junkies, will be a featured speaker at the South by Southwest Interactive Festival this March, organizers announced today. Read More | Comment »

10:12AM Fri. Feb. 1, Amy Smith

Stanley Roy's on Uke, Beyonce's on Watch!

Speaking of Ukes… What happens when we have a tête-à-tête with our favorite local ukulele player? Um, magic. Magic happens. Witness and testify. Read More | Comment »

4:10PM Thu. Jan. 31, Andy Campbell

An Arc of Crystal Clarity

Gavin Russom has been part of New York's underground dance scene as a artist on DFA records for years. Last year his music was taken to the next level through collaboration with new partner Viva Ruiz. The Crystal Ark was born. In anticipation of their DJ set this Saturday we spoke via Skype of telenovelas, Kraftwerk, and the body's connection to dance. Read More | Comment »

5:10PM Thu. Jan. 10, Rob Cohen

Rating the VH1 Divas

With the tragic passing of Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey's preoccupation with achieving inception, our nation is suffering from a serious diva drought. Read More | Comment »

3:00PM Fri. Dec. 14, 2012, Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: December 6

Marco Rubio gives a sound bite, Scott Evans rips from the headlines, and One Million Moms skip the commercials. Today’s AggreGAYtor has nothing better to do than to watch T.V. and have a couple of brews. Read More | Comment »

11:15AM Thu. Dec. 6, 2012, Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: November 8

Chris Kluwe puts on a happy face, Meghan McCain bogarts the joint, and Madonna feels dejected. Today’s AggreGAYtor is an afternoon delight. Read More | Comment »

3:30PM Thu. Nov. 8, 2012, Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: October 17

Andrew Sullivan’s faith is restored, Anne Hathaway sells herself for equality, and Gavin Newsom has grave concerns. You might think I'm crazy but today’s AggreGAYtor is serious. It's better you know now. Read More | Comment »

3:15PM Wed. Oct. 17, 2012, Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: September 5

Ellen DeGeneres is immortalized, Nicki Minaj is up to no good, and Hank Williams Jr. makes some rowdy enemies. Today’s AggreGAYtor dares wear short shorts. Read More | Comment »

12:00PM Thu. Sep. 6, 2012, Brandon Watson

JD Samson & Saving the Noise

JD Samson, of groups Le Tigre and MEN, is in town September 1st for SAVE THE NOISE! at Cheer Up Charlies. JD recently talked to the Gay Place about community, art and activism. Read More | Comment »

9:05PM Fri. Aug. 31, 2012, Tyler Pratt

Double Kathy Griffin Feature, Double the Fun

Kathy Griffin’s stand-up is akin to gossiping over a Cosmo or some other sleazy glossy with your favorite, funny gay. Read More | Comment »

4:55PM Thu. Aug. 30, 2012, Meghan Ruth Speakerman

The AggreGAYtor: August 27

Joe Biden has a gay crush, Candi Cushman worries about “sexual chaos,” and the 49ers score. Today’s AggreGAYtor is reading the defense. Read More | Comment »

10:22AM Mon. Aug. 27, 2012, Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: August 16

Ezra Miller comes out as queer, Spongebob Squarepants becomes an activist, and Paul Ryan has nothing to say. Today’s AggreGAYtor does not believe that silence is a virtue. Read More | Comment »

11:20AM Thu. Aug. 16, 2012, Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: August 9

Lady Gaga hooks up with Lindsay Lohan, Bryan Fischer considers kidnapping, and Benigno Aquino uses his magic eraser. Today’s AggreGAYtor is stuck in the middle with you. Read More | Comment »

10:00AM Thu. Aug. 9, 2012, Brandon Watson

Olympic Flamers

There are upwards of 20 out athletes at the London 2012 Olympic games. Here's my top two picks to follow on social media. Read More | Comment »

12:45PM Fri. Jul. 27, 2012, Liz Williams

Jamie Stewart: The Sent Down Boy

In the decade since Xiu Xiu released their first album Jamie Stewart and co. have churned out a bounty of ridiculous, fractured rock. If the title to their new album, Always, is any indication, fans can look forward to more endearing, harrowing histrionics. In anticipation of their upcoming Austin show, I chatted with Jamie over the phone. Read More | Comment »

8:51AM Mon. May. 14, 2012, Rob Cohen

Heroes vs. Terror

How do you respond to a tragedy? In what way can you frame personal or communal heartache? Typically, how a group responds to tragedy helps to define both the tragedy and community going forward. The two women pictured are heroes, but you probably don't know their names. Read More | Comment »

3:24PM Mon. Apr. 16, 2012, Frank J. Rivera

Do Go On, Mr. Gunn

The Chronicle recently chatted up Project Runway fixture Tim Gunn in advance of his appearance at Barton Creek Mall on April 21. A shorter version appears in this week's issue, but – even though we know Gunn's a big proponent of self-editing – we couldn't resist posting the whole transcript. Read More | Comment »

7:37AM Thu. Apr. 12, 2012, Andy Campbell

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