Twin Cities Pride Amplified

Join us as we get to know Jeremy Hanson Willis, Executive Director of Rainbow Health. Rainbow Health is doing an amazing amount of work here in the Twin Cities trying to make health care more accessible to all, from helping folks navigate the health care system, providing mental health care, working to end HIV, and…

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Join us as we get to know Quinn Kathner-Tucker, owner of Queen on the Scene. We will be talking about how Queen on the Scene was actually started because of an experience that the owner had at Twin Cities Pride. And from there, why it’s a good idea to include vendors at Pride festivals who…

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Join us as we get to know Anne Kraus, Volunteer Coordinator at Twin Cities PRIDE. Learn why our volunteers are so important to our mission. We will be discussing the different ways you can step up and support the community by volunteering, why volunteering is so important, and even some great perks you never thought…

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Join us as we welcome back to the program, attorney and author Zaylore Stout. We’re going to visit with Zaylore about a presentation he’s been delivering across the country titled, How Woke Are You? It’s been getting quite the reception, and we’re going to talk all about it.

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Join us this Saturday at 3pm as we get to know Julie Daffyd, a legend in the Twin Cities LGBTQ+ community. Julie not only attended the very first Pride here in Minnesota, but she has also been a long-time volunteer. Julie is also a Minnesota transgender pioneer and will share a bit about that experience…

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Join us as we talk to Suzanne Blum Grundyson and Eric Cottrell from Stonewall Sports Twin Cities. We’ll talk about what Stonewall Sports has been up to, like their tournament coming up here in the Twin Cities, and also how to get involved even if you have never played a sport before. And why staying…

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Join us as we talk to Anne Sutkowi-Hemstreet from the youth mentorship organization Queerspace Collective. We’ll talk about the work they are doing, all the different ways they are creating spaces for our youth, and of course—how you can get involved.

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This week hosts Andi and Rina discuss a difficult topic: The #LGB without the T and Q social media movement.

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Join us we get to know Nell Triggs, artist and friend of Twin Cities Pride. We’re going to talk about Nell’s artwork, her distinct style and inspiration, how you can find your art community, and the Artists in Residency Program offered by Twin Cities Pride.

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Join us as we talk to one of our friends and long-time volunteers here at Twin Cities Pride, Michelle Gunderson! We’ll discuss how Michelle got involved in volunteering 15 years ago, how it has impacted her, and get some great advice on how to be a supportive ally.

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Join us as we talk about LGBTQ+ youth and mental health care in the community. Ryan Fouts from Reclaim will join us as we talk about everything from the special challenges youth are facing, ideas for self-care, to how seek out the right care for you or a loved one.

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Join us as we talk about mental health awareness and care in the LGBTQ+ community with Becky McNattin, the owner and president of Becoming Together Therapy and Wellness Collective. We’ll talk about everything from self-care, to how seek out the right care for you or a loved one. https://www.becomingtogethermn.com/ https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shapes-of-us-becky-mcnattin/1144114300

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Join us for a conversation with the multi-talented Christopher Straub: artist, fashion designer, and children’s author. We’ll talk about Christopher’s books, the inspiration behind his writing, where you can meet Christopher in-person—and of course, his experience as a contestant on Project Runway!

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Join us as we visit with Hannah Edwards, the executive director of Transforming Families. We will discuss the mission of Transforming Families and the huge impact the organization are making on the community, as well as Hannah’s personal connection to the organization. We’ll also talk about Transforming Families is evolving due to the recent passage…

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On this episode, join us as we talk to Rox Anderson, producer of the Twin Cities Pride – Power to People stage. Rox is also Executive Director of the Our Space project: a mission to create a queer community center, right here in the Twin Cities area.

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This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined by attorney and author Zaylore Stout!

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This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel are joined by Kelsey Alto, Programming Director for Twin Cities Pride!

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With the Minnesota Legislative session just a few weeks away, we thought it would be great to talk to Kat Rohn, Executive Director of OutFront Minnesota, one of the state’s most recognizable LGBTQIA+ advocacy organizations. Learn what to watch for and how you can get involved.

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Allow us to introduce ourselves! On our very first program, we’ll get to know the Executive Director of Twin Cities Pride, Andi Otto, and hear all about Andi’s vision to grow TC Pride into an org that serves the LGBTQIA+ community all year long (not just in June). And who better to interview Andi than…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified is a program dedicated to all things LGBTQIA+ community, both here in the Twin Cities area, and beyond. Hosted by TC Pride’s Executive Director Andi Otto and Executive Assistant Rina Heisel, no topic is off limits as we discuss queer rights, culture, health, and events taking place around the metro area.…

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