Jesus Calls Those Labeled "Sick" and "Sinners" | | Date: | 6/8/2008 | | Length: | 25.43 | | Guest: | Reverend Elder Nancy Wilson | | Summary: | Reverend Elder Nancy Wilson preaches at MCC Boston. Her sermon was "Jesus Calls Those Labeled 'Sick' And 'Sinners'". | | Listen: | Listen |
Healing Service With Reverend Elder Jeri Ann Harvey | | Date: | 5/28/2008 | | Length: | 34:50 | | Guest: | Revered Elder Jeri Ann Harvey | | Summary: | Reverend Elder Jeri Ann Harvey's healing service from the MCC General Conference in Calgary. | | Listen: | Watch |
Your Vote Might Count | | Date: | 12/14/2006 | | Length: | 33:42 | | Guest: | Mary Anne Servian | | Summary: | This week we talk to former Sarasota Mayor and Current City Commissioner Mary Anne Servian about the economic benefits of having equal rights legislations for all people and we also touch on the on-going voting machine drama that is taking place in Sarasota. | | Listen: | Listen |
Eat a Rainbow | | Date: | 11/30/2006 | | Length: | 34:26 | | Guest: | Eve Prang Plews | | Summary: | This week we talk to license nutritional counselor Eve Prang Plews who is going to tell us how to live, live, live and how are daily eating habits affect our health and well being. We learn how to live healthy, eat healthy and find out what exactly is eating the colors of the rainbows. | | Listen: | Listen |
Rev. Jim Interviews Democratic Activist George Maurer | | Date: | 11/2/2006 | | Length: | 28:53 | | Guest: | George Maurer | | Summary: | Jim interviews George Maurer who is serving as the Chair of the 18th Congressional District Democratic Organization and a member of the Florida Democratic Party State Central and Executive Committees. Today's discussion centers around the Nov. 7th election and the people and issues that are in the news and making the headlines. | | Listen: | Listen |
Rev. Jim Interviews Democratic Candidate for Florida Governor, Jim Davis | | Date: | 10/14/2006 | | Length: | 7:10 | | Guest: | Jim Davis | | Summary: | On Saturday, October 14, Congressman and Candidate for Florida Governor Jim Davis held a town hall meeting at Rollins College in Winter Park . The town hall meeting was organized by the Young Democrats at Rollins. Congressman Davis addressed a wide range of questions from the audience regarding healthcare, education, and taxes, for example. Rev. Jim interviewed Candidate Davis at the end of the town hall meeting with his own list of questions. Don’t miss this interview specific to the issues of our community. | | Listen: | Watch |
Movement | | Date: | 10/5/2006 | | Length: | 27:49 | | Summary: | Jim Merritt and Thomas talk about the parallels that existed between the African American Civil Rights movement and the gay civil rights movement. It has taken about 3 decades for both groups to experience the rights of inclusion & acceptance and the fight is still ongoing. We also look at the New Orleans Saints returning to the Superdome and examine how corporate America was the first to start insisting on basic workplace rights for GLBT workers. | | Listen: | Listen |
Elections | | Date: | 9/28/2006 | | Length: | 32:16 | | Guest: | Michael Slaymaker | | Summary: | Michael Slaymaker (Orlando Against Discrimination Organization) joins Rev. Jim Merritt on this episode as we recap the Sept. 5th primary election and talk about some of the gains that the GLBT community made with election wins. We look at local, county and statewide elections and their impact on the GLBT community. | | Listen: | Listen |
Beauty Queens | | Date: | 9/7/2006 | | Length: | 38:59 | | Guest: | Dee Ranged | | Summary: | We take a break from political activism and look at the world of gay female impersonation and male lead. After coming back from assisting with the filming of Miss Entertainer of the Year in Louisville, KY (It was Jim's first exposure to the national pageant scene), Jim and Thomas talk to legendary entertainer Dee Ranged and learn about what makes him/her a "superstar." | | Listen: | Listen |
Let's Get Political | | Date: | 8/30/2006 | | Length: | 38:29 | | Guest: | Scott Randolph | | Summary: | Florida has a very important election coming up on Tuesday, September 5th. The people that we vote for can have a major impact on the GLBT community. Jim Merritt will give you his recommendations on the political leaders who can help shape our future. Joining Jim this week is Florida House of Representative Democratic Candidate Scott Randolph. | | Listen: | Listen |
The World According to John | | Date: | 8/23/2006 | | Length: | 42:07 | | Summary: | John leads the show this weekend with his take on news and events happening around the world. Whether it's the Sony PlayStation, a new type of concrete to walk on or the latest PBS scandal (do they even have scandals), John's got you plugged in this week. | | Listen: | Listen |
Boston and Beyond | | Date: | 8/17/2006 | | Length: | 39:02 | | Summary: | After a short break, we're back with more interesting and outrageous topics to talk about. Jim, John & Thomas explore the recent acts of vandalism and destruction of church property across the country and look at the recent challenges of GLBT & people of color in Hillsborough County Florida. Jim also shares his restaurant stories from his recent visit to Boston. | | Listen: | Listen |
Kentucky Fried Pageant | | Date: | 8/10/2006 | | Length: | 30:00 | | Summary: | We take a look at how Kentucky is starting to become a more progressive state for GLBT individuals. Gay Student Alliances have now been approved to be allowed in High Schools and the University of Louisville has just approved domestic partnership health coverage for its employees. We also talk about this year's 2006 EOY Pageant in Louisville, KY. | | Listen: | Listen |
Human Rights Victories | | Date: | 7/20/2006 | | Length: | 36:45 | | Summary: | This week we talk about the recent defeat (again) of the Federal Marriage Amendment in the House of Representatives and we also talk about Orlando's phenomenal victory in approving an ordinance preventing discrimination in housing. Finally, want to kow if your neighbors are signing petitions advocating discrimination? Well, have we got the website for you. Tune in to find out where to go. | | Listen: | Listen |
Running for Florida State House | | Date: | 7/13/2006 | | Length: | 45:12 | | Guest: | Scott Randolph | | Summary: | Rev. Jim has an in depth conversation with Scott Randolph, Democratic Candidate for Florida State House District 36. The difficult issue in this race is that there is a GLBT friendly republican already in the seat. Listen as Rev. Jim and Scott Randolph chat it out. | | Listen: | Listen |
Debunking the myth of Exodus International | | Date: | 7/5/2006 | | Length: | 44:52 | | Guest: | Brian Tyler | | Summary: | This week we shatter one of the biggest myths facing the ex-gay movement today - that it's possible through indocrination and fear to change a gay man to a straight man. Jim also talks to struggling New York actor Bryan Tyler and talks about the challenges of finding good work in the "big apple." | | Listen: | Listen |
Faith, Religion and Politics | | Date: | 6/29/2006 | | Length: | 34:48 | | Guest: | Harry Knox | | Summary: | Faith, Religion & Politics - in the hands of closed minded people, this can be a dangerous combination. Rev. Jim Merritt tackles this complicated association and shows how faith, religion and politics can further the goals of the GLBT community. His special guest this week is Harry Knox - Diretor of the Religion and Faith Program for the Human Right's Campaign in Washington, DC. After this important discussion, Rev. Jim shifts gears to a lighter subject and talks about his favorite Orlando restaurants and July's pride events. Also don't foget the new segment of the show, "John's Rants" - this weeks rant - "Customer Service." | | Listen: | Listen |
The LGBT Media | | Date: | 6/22/2006 | | Length: | 38:32 | | Guest: | Dave Wiethop - Watermark | | Summary: | The GLBT community depends on the gay media press to inform, educate and entertain our community. Often the road to a successful publication involves hard work, strong financial background and a commitment by an educated and talented staff of writers and jouralist. Rev. Jim Merritt takes a look at the state of the gay newspaper by talking to the editor of Orlando's only GLBT newspaper. Special guest is Dave Wiethop - Editor of the "Watermark." | | Listen: | Listen |
Law Enforcement 101 | | Date: | 6/15/2006 | | Length: | 36:37 | | Guest: | Rev. Jim, John and Thomas | | Summary: | Is there a difference between the law enforcement coverage at majority events versus minority events? Rev. Jim explores this topic by comparing the police coveage at the recent Gay Days event in Orlando, Florida versus the Hip Hop Heat event in Miami Beach, Florida. | | Listen: | Listen |
25 Years of HIV/AIDS | | Date: | 6/8/2006 | | Length: | 34:54 | | Guest: | Rev. Jim, John and Thomas | | Summary: | 25 years has passed since the AIDS epidemic gripped our nation and the epidemic is still affecting our community. We explore the issue of AIDS and the reported 65 million people who are infected with the disease. Also on the show, Rev. Jim touches on the Federal Marriage Amendment and asks the question "Is the amendment a political tool to galvanize the conservative right." | | Listen: | Listen |
GayDays Wrap-up | | Date: | 6/4/2006 | | Length: | 08:31 | | Guest: | Rev. Jim, John and Thomas | | Summary: | We wrap up coverage with emphasis on the positive atmosphere of Gay Days, the great pride experience many guest enjoyed and the lack of any serious problems or trouble from the guest or local law enforcement. | | Listen: | Listen |
GayDays Activists | | Date: | 6/3/2006 | | Length: | 35:43 | | Guest: | Founders & Participants | | Summary: | Saturday's coverage continues as Rev. Jim shares with you some of the interesting activities and events occurring at Gay Days 2006 in Orlando, Florida. Special Guest: Chris Alexander Manley (Orlando Gay Days VP Sales & Marketing); Joe Saunders (Equality Florida); Phillip Howe (Photo Vault International) & Craig Benoit (Ft. Lauderdale Hospital) Also, be sure to check out this video clip - "Gay Days SaturdayVideo" - which showcases some of the sights and sounds of this year's 2006 Gay Day Expo Event. | | Listen: | Listen |
Live from GayDays in Orlando | | Date: | 6/2/2006 | | Length: | 22:13 | | Guest: | Various Exhibitors | | Summary: | Rev. Jim is at the 2006 Gay Days celebration in Orlando, Florida bringing you all of the excitement and fun of this pride event. For this first Gay Days podcast show, he talks to the President of the Orlando Gay Chorus - Stephen Rheaume; Nicole Ricks - Human Resources Manager for the Virgin Megastore-Orlando; Zon Carvalho - Distributor for Pharmanex; and George Kalada - Owner of a new gay travel company called "Gay 1st Travel." Also, be sure to check out this video clip - "Gay Days Friday Video Intro" - which showcases some of the sights and sounds of this year's 2006 Gay Day Expo Event. Stay Tune for more great coverage on Saturday June 3, 2006. | | Listen: | Listen |
An Activist Issue for you | | Date: | 6/1/2006 | | Length: | 39:14 | | Guest: | Michael Slaymaker - OADO | | Summary: | Rev. Jim discusses AIDS and the Ryan White Care Act. Despite popular perception, AIDS is still a major concern within the GLBT community. He also challenges the Democratic party and questions whether the policy initiatives of today truly represent our loyal and committed voter base. Special guest is Michael Slaymaker of the Orlando Anti-Discrimination Ordinance Committee. | | Listen: | Listen |
Working Together | | Date: | 5/23/2006 | | Length: | 36:52 | | Guest: | Joe Saunders - EQFL | | Summary: | Rev. Jim explores HRC and Equality Florida's partnership to defeat the Federal Marriage Amendment - an amendment that not only threatens gay marriages but seeks to eliminate gay civil unions and gay domestic partnerships. It's an issue that could impact the entire GLBT community. Rev. Jim also revisits the Orlando Fringe Theatre Festival looking at the show "Lilly and Lila's Lovely Lesbian Hour," and John sings the theme song to "Hedwig and the Angry Inch." Special guest is Joe Saunders - Central Florida Field Organizer - Equality Florida. Finally, Rev. Jim talks about "gay bashing" and how it has affected one of our own podcast show members - Alex from the Generation Q Radio Show. | | Listen: | Listen |
Federal Marriage Amendment | | Date: | 5/18/2006 | | Length: | 31:37 | | Guest: | Rusty Fawcett | | Summary: | Rev. Jim tackles the Federal Marriage Amendment that will appear before the Senate and he is asking the question, "Do voters really care about this issue?" He also looks at entertainment in and around the Orlando, Florida area with a special emphasis on the 15th Annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. Special guest is entertainer Rusty Fawcett. Finally, Rev. Jim returns to the issue of gay adoptions and gays serving as Foster Parents in Florida. | | Listen: | Listen |
Cinco de Mayo | | Date: | 5/11/2006 | | Length: | 32:53 | | Guest: | Rev. Jim, John and Thomas | | Summary: | Rev. Jim takes a funnier and lighter side to this week's episode. He looks at the past Cinco De Mayo celebration (with a little history thrown in), talks about strange but true stories and gives an update of last week's gay marriage discussion. | | Listen: | Listen |
"Will you marry me?" | | Date: | 5/4/2006 | | Length: | 44:33 | | Guest: | Chris Alexander-Manley | | Summary: | Rev. Jim continues his weekly activist talk show looking at the issue of gay marriage and the hate mail that is circulating around one State's attempt to make a change. In addition, he looks at Orlando's most popular gay event "Gay Days," and he has a spirited debate about the issue of illegal immigration in the US. Special guest is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Orlando Gay Days - Chris Alexander Manley. | | Listen: | Listen |
Show Debut | | Date: | 4/27/2006 | | Length: | 31:05 | | Guest: | Carmella Marcella Garcia | | Summary: | Rev. Jim starts a weekly activist talk show looking at the high price of gas, the state of gay "pride" events and the issues facing homeless queer youth. Special guest is the lengedary Carmella Marcella Garcia. | | Listen: | Listen |
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