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Coming Home to Me by Tayler Smith

Coming Home to Me by Tayler Smith

A Poetry Collection of Triumph Over Heartache

Micaela Cadungog, Fine Artist

Micaela Cadungog, Fine Artist

Fantastical and Filtered

Bona to Vada Your Dolly Old Eek

Bona to Vada Your Dolly Old Eek

The Queer Code: America’s Secret Gay Language and Its British Cousin Bona Polari. Secret language lifelines that built community in the face of persecution.

Colorado's Higher Education: A Vibrant Landscape

Colorado's Higher Education: A Vibrant Landscape

Colorado's educational institutions are not merely adapting to the needs of LGBTQ+ students; they are proactively championing diversity and inclusion.

Where Do Queer People Live in Colorado Now?

Where Do Queer People Live in Colorado Now?

The mainstreaming of queer life in Colorado has brought about a new reality, LGBTQ+ people can live wherever they choose, without fear.

A Call for Conscious and Socially Responsible Investing

A Call for Conscious and Socially Responsible Investing

In light of the harsh shift in government policies and corporations moving away from DEI initiatives,
finding companies that align with your social values and beliefs is more important than ever.

Unlocking the Power of the Vagus Nerve

Unlocking the Power of the Vagus Nerve

Vagus nerve stimulation is a breakthrough therapy for epilepsy, depression, and inflammation, using electrical impulses to restore balance in the body. It offers hope for patients unresponsive to traditional treatments and may soon become a mainstream alternative. Advancements in non-invasive techniques could further revolutionize healthcare.

International Transgender Day of Visibility

International Transgender Day of Visibility

A day to show your support for the trans community and to bring attention to their accomplishments.

The Hypocrisy of the Republican Party and Religious Right: A Distorted Narrative on Child Predation

The Hypocrisy of the Republican Party and Religious Right: A Distorted Narrative on Child Predation

The Republican Party and religious right have falsely accused transgender people and drag queens of endangering children, despite no evidence. Meanwhile, data and criminal cases show that many actual predators come from within their own political and religious circles.

Media Giants Defy Trump Administration’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies, Double Down on Inclusive Content

Media Giants Defy Trump Administration’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies, Double Down on Inclusive Content

In the face of a new wave of anti-LGBTQ+ policies under President Donald Trump’s administration, major entertainment companies like Netflix, Hulu, AMC Theaters, and Universal Pictures are refusing to back down. Instead, they are actively pushing forward with LGBTQ+ content, making a powerful statement about the role of media in shaping cultural narratives and resisting government suppression.

The Power of Queer History

The Power of Queer History

As the culture wars rage on and the political landscape grows increasingly hostile toward LGBTQ lives, the importance of history as a teaching tool has never been clearer.

Cyborgs Don’t Feel Pain

Cyborgs Don’t Feel Pain

Joshua Viola is far more than your average sci-fi and horror enthusiast. He is an avid collector of video games, movies, and tattoos, as well as a co-owner of both a meat packing company and a commercial real estate business. He also co-founded The Viola Foundation -Colorado, which has provided support to the LGBTQ+ community.

AM I GAY?

AM I GAY?

Exploring Identity in the Digital Age: The Surge in LGBTQ+ Self-Searches and the Role of Gen Z in Shaping Social Norms.

A Legacy of Progress and the Road Ahead

A Legacy of Progress and the Road Ahead

Over the past two decades, the United States has seen remarkable progress in the recognition and protection of LGBTQ rights. From landmark Supreme Court decisions to broader cultural acceptance, this progress reflects the resilience and advocacy of a community long marginalized but unwavering in its pursuit of equality.

20-YEARS OF METROMODE

20-YEARS OF METROMODE

Celebrating Colorado's Queer Voices & Vision: 2004-2024. Two-Decades: Delivering the Moments that Make History.

Maggie Martin

Maggie Martin

Capturing Beauty Through Mindful and Therapeutic Practices.

Thailand’s Historic Move to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

Thailand’s Historic Move to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

In a historic and unprecedented move, Thailand has become the first nation in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage, marking a watershed moment in the global struggle for LGBTQ+ rights and a beacon of progress for Asia.

The Impossible Dream -On Repeat

The Impossible Dream -On Repeat

Mike Broemmel contemplated taking his own life sitting in The White House bathroom sharpening a wooden pencil checking the point on his wrist until a provoking idea crossed his mind. Broemmel scribbled his ideas down on the toilet paper roll next to him, and soon after that his life drastically changed. Mike Broemmel is more than a playwright; he is an inspiring activist and cultured artist unraveling historic events and bringing forth the truth of the past.

Brooke VanDevelder

Brooke VanDevelder

Inviting Viewers to Explore Beneath the Surface.

Jonathan Saiz

Jonathan Saiz

Exploring realized dreams and those left unfulfilled.

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