Pride Connection Presents: Coming Out Stories Episode Notes During our Silver Saturday Celebration earlier this year, members of BPI got together and shared a few coming out stories. This conversation was led by Kerri Regan and Shannon Dyer, giving space to anyone who chose to share their coming out experience. Now, in honor of National Coming

Today, BPI proudly marks #NationalComingOutDay with a special episode of our #PrideConnection #Podcast. Join members of our #Blind #LGBTQ community as they celebrate who they are and share their coming-out stories. pride-connection.pinecast.co/...

Pride Connection Presents: A Conversation About Self-Care Episode Notes In this latest episode of Pride Connection, Robin talks about self-care. She delves into what it is, how to practice it, and why it’s important. She then opens the floor to participants Shannon, Tom, and Kristeen for their views and personal practices. Toward the end of the show, all

Today on #PrideConnection, take a breath, relax, and join BPI member Robin in a discussion of the importance of #SelfCare. Tune in for tips and resources that'll help you de-stress, re-group, and prepare for whatever life throws at you next. pride-connection.pinecast.co/... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

Pride Connection Presents - Affirming Books & Media Episode Notes This week on Pride Connection, we present another highlight from our Pride Month Silver Saturday Festivities. Listen in as Shannon and Jessica host a discussion with our members about books, movies and TV shows we have particularly enjoyed. In this era of looming sensorship, anti-LG

This week on #PrideConnection, we get together with some friends to talk favorite queer-affirming books and other media. Need summer reading recs? Look, or listen, no further. pride-connection.pinecast.co/... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast #BookRecs #QueerLit #QueerMedia

Pride Connection Presents: BPI Silver Anniversary Celebration Episode Notes Tune in as the whole BPI Crew gathers for a virtual brunch sharing toasts and memories spanning Blind LGBT Pride International's 25 year history!! You'll hear stories about our founding, funny, chance meetings and even a little karaoke too! Here's to many more years a

After a brief hiatus, BPI's #PrideConnection #Podcast is back with the first of a series of episodes recorded during our Silver Anniversary celebration. This week, join us for a lively virtual brunch, featuring toasts, memories, and even a little karaoke. pride-connection.pinecast.co/... #Blind #LGB

Pride Connection BONUS: Live Audio Described Pride Parade from the Twin Cities Part 1 Episode Notes Although the month of June, widely recognized as LGBTQ Pride Month has ended, we’re still here, and we’re queer all year! In fact, July is Disability Pride Month, so we can all just keep on celebrating! In this spirit, we’d like to offer you a replay of our first-ever live-streamed pr

Happy July, and Happy Disability Pride Month!! Yup, we get two Pride Months in a row. What better way to celebrate than re-visiting Twin Cities Pride with #AudioDescription Here's Part 1: pride-connection.pinecast.co/... #Blind #LGBTQ #PrideConnection #AccessiblePride

Pride Connection Presents - Silver Anniversary Podcast Episode Notes What do you remember about the world 25 years ago? What do you remember about our community and the strides we had made at that point? We’d love to hear your favorite Blind Pride memories—from conventions and social meetups to groundbreaking programming and unforgettable moments of co

This week on #PrideConnection, we continue celebrating our silver anniversary, as our members share their favorite BPI memories from the past 25 years and their dreams for the next. If you have stories of your own, feel free to share them here. pride-connection.pinecast.co/... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

Pride Connection Presents Making Gay History with Eric Marcus Episode Notes Tune in for another outstanding interview with friend of the podcast Eric Marcus of Making Gay History. We learn a few lessons from history and receive encouragement to keep doing the work and not give up! To find out more about Blind LGBT Pride International, please visit [www.bpi.g

This week on #PrideConnection, we're making gay history. Fellow podcaster and long-time friend of BPI Eric Marcus joins us for a lively interview discussing what lessons from the past we can bring to the present to create a brighter future. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/fc3b0a1e/pride

Pride Connection presents: Why Pride? Flashback Episode Notes Last year, the team produced a stirring, heartfelt commentary on why we still need pride parades and celebrations. Unfortunately, these musings are now even more relevant than they were back then. In the face of hatred, fascism and bigotry, let's conspire to have the boldest, l

This week on #PrideConnection, a panel of BPI members discusses why we still need #Pride celebrations, a topic that's become even more relevant since this episode was recorded in 2024. Listen, learn, and raise your rainbow flag with us: pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/5a4ec315/pride-c...

Pride Connection Presents: Interview with Karla Jay Episode Notes Pride Connection is pleased to present an interview with acclaimed writer, professor and GLBTQ+ activist Karla Jay. Beginning with her involvement in the feminist and gay liberation movement in the early 1970s, Jay indelibly made her mark as a strident voice in our community. Jay has

This week on our #PrideConnection #Podcast, President Leah speaks with Carla Jay, acclaimed writer, professor, and veteran of the fight for #LGBTQ liberation since the early 1970s. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/efceea40/pride-c...

Pride Connection Presents: Laurel Hilbert Then and Now Episode Notes One of Pride Connection’s most inspiring and thought-provoking conversations was with then-Senate aide Laurel Hilbert—a shining example of courage, conviction, and the strength of the human spirit. In this episode, we revisit Laurel’s extraordinary journey: from leaving his home co

On the May 20 episode of #PrideConnection, VP Anthony re-connected with former Senate aide Laurel Hilbert. Learn about his journey, his work then and now, and his continuing hope for the future and belief in humanity. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/52882cdd/pride-c...

Pride Connection Presents: Grimalkin Records Episode Notes On this episode of Pride Connection, we get to know Grim Kells, founder of Grimalkin Records, a collective of LGBT, disabled and BIPOC musical and visual artists.  We talk about Grim’s musical work under the name Spartan Jetplex, and what led them to found Grimalkin records.  We also

Meanwhile, let's catch up with the last few weeks of #PrideConnection, starting with our May 13 episode. Join Jessica as she chats with the founder of Grimalkin Records, an independent collective of #Queer #Disabled and #BIPOC artists and musicians. https://pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/bc0bd

My closet never had Wi‑Fi anyway—I had to step out for better reception. #ComingOutStrong #QueerSignalBoost #InspireWithPride #LGBTQIA #OutAndProud #PrideConnection

Are you #Blind #LGBTQ and from or living outside the US? We're recording a #PrideConnection episode about #Queer communities and #Pride celebrations around the world, and we want you to add your voice. Reply here or email media@blindlgbtpride.org if you'd like to participate.

Pride Connection Presents: Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Flashback Episode

This week on #PrideConnection we present a flashback episode from May 2021. Join a panel of BPI members and friends as they celebrate #AAPI Heritage Month. Mind the content warnings in the show notes. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/9341b29d/pride-c...

Happy May everyone! Start the month off right with our latest episode of #PrideConnection, in which we catch up with #Trans trailblazer Rosemary Ketchum. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/e5d94b40/pride-c... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

This week on #PrideConnection, the first of 2 eps featuring West Virginian politician and #Trans trailblazer Rosemary Ketchum. Here's a conversation we had with her several years ago. Tune in next week to find out what she's up to now. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/6690bf84/pride-c...

ICYMI for the evening crowd, BPI's #PrideConnection #Podcast brings you a #Blind #LGBTQ perspective on the April 5 #HandsOff rallies. Listen and subscribe here: pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/75369744/pride-c...

Today on #PrideConnection we cover the recent #HandsOff rallies from a #Blind #LGBTQ perspective. Join BPI members Courtney and Destiny as they share their experiences attending these demonstrations and what their plans are going forward. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/75369744/pride-c

Today on #PrideConnection, let's lighten the mood a little. It's important for us to be able to laugh at ourselves, so journey into the archives as our members share some of their best blindness bloopers. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/91c44a3f/pride-c...

Morning all. Start your week with a bonus ep of #PrideConnection all about our new Queer Gear, featuring Trisha from Blind Girl Designs. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/b702172f/bpi-spe... Browse and order your gear here: https://blindgirldesigns.com/collections/bpi-25-an

Are you a #Blind person attending one of today's #HandsOff demonstrations? We'd love to hear about your experience, and maybe get some rally audio, for a future episode of #PrideConnection Reply or email media@blindlgbtpride.org if interested. Thanks for your help.

Pride Connection Presents: Reflections on New Zealand Episode Notes Two Presidents, a Lot of Sheep, and a Whole Lotta Fun What happens when two powerhouse leaders in the blind and low vision community sit down for a chat? You get laughs, insight, and maybe a little ginger beer. Join BPI President Leah Gardner and Martine Abel Williamson, President of

Today on #PrideConnection it's a Presidential summit/travelogue. BPI President Leah Gardner recently visited New Zealand, and met up with World Blind Union President Martine Abel Williamson. Join them for a lively discussion. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/8e79301b/pride-c...

Pride Connection Presents: TJ Klune (RERUN) Episode Notes Please join us for a flashback episode of Pride Connection from 2021, where guest host Tristan Snyder brings you an exclusive, in-depth interview with queer author TJ Klune! TJ Klune is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling, Lambda Literary Award-winning author of The House in

This week on #PrideConnection, it's back to the archives for an interview with bestselling author TJ Klune. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/135bb10b/pride-c... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

Pride Connection Presents: Queer Rites with Enfys Book Episode Notes Join us for this very special interview with author and Pagan leader Enfys Book! Find out how their spiritual path began, a little about their writing process and how we can all use rituals to mark the passing of time in meaningful ways. Enfys also shares a bit of their musical jour

The Spring Equinox is nearly upon us, so today on #PrideConnection we celebrate the passage of time and milestones in our lives. Join author, musician and pagan leader Enfys Book as they lead us through some queer rites. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/d456d50a/pride-c...

Pride Connection Presents: A Blind Parenting Roundtable Episode Notes Join Blind LGBT Pride International as we flash back to our very first episode, which aired five years ago! Listen in to a bit of BPI history and then dive in to the parenting roundtable discussion. Real joys and real fears are shared as participants honestly share their parenting j

Today on #PrideConnection, we flash all the way back to our very first episode. Join our panel of #Blind #LGBTQ #Parents as they discuss the joys and challenges of family life.

Pride Connection Presents: How to Be A Savvy Ally Episode Notes Join the Pride Connection Team for this lively discussion about what it means to be an ally. Whether we're calling our representatives, sharing our pronouns or speaking up when we hear untrue or bigoted comments, we can lift up our LGBTQIA+ friends, siblings and coworkers. List

Today on #PrideConnection, what does it mean to be an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, and what are some of the most effective ways to support us? Join the discussion here: pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/6baf48df/pride-c... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

Pride Connection Retrospective Episode Notes Come with us on a fun and festive journey back through time! This episode was Recorded in 2022 to celebrate two years of Pride Connection. Get a taste of the many happy memories, laugh along and have a little fun with us.

This week on #PrideConnection, we take a fun walk down Memory Lane. Join us for a celebration of our podcast's early days. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/334e6563/pride-c... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

Pride Connection Presents: Resistence in the face of Tyranny Episode Notes History does not repeat, but it does reiterate. It cycles. Right now, we are living through the kind of times that will be written about for centuries to come. Those who come after us will ask us where we were and what we did to resist the tide of authoritarianism sweeping our nation

Today on #PrideConnection, we stand inn solidarity and do whatever we can to fight fascism. Listen for more ways to resist: pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/a7ec4d02/pride-c... #Blind #LGBTQ #Podcast

Pride Connection Presents: First They Came For... Episode Notes First they came for is a recording of an advocacy panel discussion, held at the Convention in Schaumburg, Illinois. Participants spoke about current threats to our community, and what can be done to ensure that we have a brighter future. Please listen, and. Be inspired to get involved

Today on #PrideConnection, a discussion from 2023 that's become a lot more relevant lately. Intersectionality, allyship, and how best to care and fight for some of our most vulnerable communities. pride-connection.pinecast.co/episode/a583a046/pride-c... #