Outbeat News In Depth

This month we celebrate women’s history month with two guests. First, Finn Deerhart talks with Ray Stoeve, the author of the young adult novels Worst-Case Scenario, The Summer Love Strategy, Arden Grey, and Between Perfect and Real. They also contributed to the young adult anthology Take the Mic: Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance. Then, Raif Derrazi shares his conversation with Amelia Rock PhD, MS, and discusses her work addressing the social determinants of health as it relates to the HIV epidemic. We’ll address what ‘social determinants of health’ is, how it impacts your life, and what you can do about it. Learn More Author Website: https://raystoeve.com/ Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/d121d259f066/raystoevenewsletter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raystoeve/ About The Regular Voices Finn Deerhart Raif Derrazi Listen To This Edition Of Outbeat News In Depth Here The post Show Notes – Mar. 22, 2026 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month Gerard Koskovich returns and joins Dr. Jen Reck to talk about their new history of San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood titled, “The Castro.” This new publication just scratches the surface of a long and detailed history of the neighborhood and it’s place in greater San Francisco gay history. Gerard and Jen are working on a more expansive volume and want to hear from you about your history in the Castro. Finn Deerhart shares his conversation with Devlin Shand, one of the founders of Queer Arts Featured, a gallery and performance space located in Harvey Milks former camera store location. Devlin talks about how art and performance is an important form of activism in today’s challenging world. Learn More Order “The Castro” booklet from Fabulosa Books Share Your Story About The Castro Queer Arts Featured About The Regular Voices Finn Deerhart Raif Derrazi Listen To This Edition Of Outbeat News In Depth Here The post Show Notes – Feb. 22, 2026 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month we talk with Roberto Ordenana, CEO of the GLBT Historical Society, and Gerard Koskovich, one of the founding members of the GLBT Historical Society. As the federal administration continues its efforts to erase us, the GLBT Historical Society is doubling down to ensure we remain visible. We’ll also talk with David Robinson about activism in today’s challenging times. David was a member of ACTUP and knows how to fight back. Learn More GLBT Historical Society GLBT Museum Gerard Koskovich Indivisible.org Tell Congress to Rein in ICE NOW! Email your Senators and Representative via Indivisible What’s the Plan? with Ezra & Leah Every Thursday noon–1pm (Pacific): weekly zoom about the latest developments, threats, strategies, & actions to take Keziah Weir, “Rebecca Solnit on MAGA Wives, Protest Votes, and the Fate of the American Experiment” (Nov. 1, 2024) Debra Rienstra, “A Vote is Not a Valentine-Or a Virtue Test” — inspired by Rebecca Solnit on electoral politics (May 4, 2024) Eyes on the Prize: America’s Civil Rights Movement (1987) Ayana Elizabeth Johnson’s Climate Action Venn Diagram About The Regular Voices Finn Deerhart Raif Derrazi Listen To This Edition Of Outbeat News In Depth Here The post Show Notes – Jan. 25, 2026 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

One of the most popular series on Netflix this fall was “Boots” – a story based on the life of Greg Cope White as told in his book, “The Pink Marine.” A month after the Department of War criticized the show, Netflix announced that they are canceling production of the 2nd season. Greg White joins us this month to share more about his life, what it was like to see it come alive on TV, and to reflect on the purge of transgender people from today’s military. Learn More Greg Cope White Instagram The Pink Marine About The Regular Voices Finn Deerhart Raif Derrazi Listen To This Edition Of Outbeat News In Depth Here The post Show Notes – Dec. 28, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month we introduce you to Kevin McAllister, the new executive director of Face to Face. Kevin will The post Show Notes – Nov. 23, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

Join us and meet Episcopal Priest, Bill Glenn. Bill was recently ordained after serving the LGBTQ+ community for his working life. His new book, “I Came Here Seeking A Person: A Vital Story Of Grace” tells the story of his life growing up in the Catholic Church. He will fill us in on how he ended up getting ordained this last summer. Finn Deerhart talk with Griffin Hansbury, author of “Some Strange Music Draws Me In.” Raif Derrazi will have this month HIV news roundup and Finn Deerhart discusses Griffin Hansbury’s artistic process in becoming the author he is today, the “more and more” of gender, the potential multiplicity of masculinity, and what an honest excavation of gender—both personally and collectively—might offer us as we navigate these challenging times on Earth. Learn More I Came Here Seeking A Person Incarnation Church Santa Rosa Some Strange Music Draws Me In About The Regular Voices Finn Deerhart Raif Derrazi Listen To This Edition Of Outbeat News In Depth Here The post Show Notes – Oct 26, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month, Del Phoenix, Outbeat Radio’s newest host, stops in to share his background and plans for bringing The post Show Notes – Sept. 28, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

Greg Miraglia and Finn Deerhart have a conversation with Senator Scott Wiener about how he is leading a The post Show Notes – Aug. 24, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

Raif Derrazi joins the regular voices on our show this month with monthly updates on HIV and AIDS. The post Show Notes – July 27, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

Happy Pride! This month we welcome back Finn Deerhart, a local therapist, activist and author. He has a fascinating background and has devoted his life to helping others. Most recently, Finn has become an activist for LGBTQ+ civil rights. We’re excited to re-introduce him to you as well as to … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – June 22, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

Pride month is almost here! This month on Outbeat News In Depth leaders from Sonoma County Pride will be on to share all the details and plans for this year’s Sonoma County Pride Celebration set for May 30 – June 1, 2025 in downtown Santa Rosa. We’ll also share a … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – May 25, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month Napa Valley College received the donation of the “Freedom to Love” sculpture honoring Gilbert Baker and his two close friends Tom Taylor and Jerome Goldstein. The artist Dina Angel Wing joins us to talk about her inspiration and reason for creating this life-size tribute. We’ll talk with Charley … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – April 27, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

The executive orders targeting transgender people are coming out from Washington faster than we can keep up with, but the impact on transgender people, especially young people, is hard to accurately describe. This month we talk with journalist and author Nico Lang. He’s an award winning writer with a new … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Mar 23, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month we welcome the filmmakers of the new documentary, “Sally!” the story of Sally Gearhart, the firebrand lesbian feminist who played an irrefutable role in the ascent of San Francisco city supervisor Harvey Milk. Our guests, Deborah Craig, Jorg Fockele, and Ondine Rarey, will share their experience and talk … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Feb. 23, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

In 2012, California Fair and Inclusive Education Act required the state’s schools to incorporate LGBTQ+ history and related topics into grades 2, 4, 5, 8, and 11. The textbooks for this curriculum were only recently published and many of the state’s school districts have yet to train teachers on how … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Jan. 26, 2025 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month we will host an Outbeat Extra edition of Outbeat News In Depth featuring a tribute to Ted Olson, one of the two attorneys who took on Proposition 8 and restored marriage equality here in California. Mr. Olson passed away in November. We will air an interview we did … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Dec. 29, 2024 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

2024 marks the 15th anniversary of the signing of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. This is the law that expanded federal hate crimes law to include sexual orientation and gender identity. It is also the last year of the annual Matthew Shepard Foundation gala. … Continue reading → The post appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

World AIDS Day is on December 1st and this month we are checking in with our local HIV and AIDS organization, Face to Face. For 41 years, Face to Face has been caring for people living with HIV and offering programs and services to stop the spread of this still … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Nov. 24, 2024 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

October is LGBTQ+ History month! We talk this month with author Michael Lee about his new biography of Randy Shilts that was officially released on October 8, 2024. “When the Band Played On” tells the story of the trailblazing journalist and author Randy Shilts. Michael started his national book tour … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Oct. 27, 2024 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

This month we are celebrating Cleve Jones and his 70th birthday! Cleve is an amazing champion and activist for the LGBTQ+ community. He arrived in San Francisco in the early 1970’s and worked for Harvey Milk. Cleve’s achievements are to long to list on this page, so on our next … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – Sept. 22, 2024 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.