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FOF #1817 – Flirting with Disaster

Comedian Carey Callahan got into hot water for speaking out about how hard it is for women to break into the Chicago comedy scene because the guys pick on female comedians.

At that time, Carey identified as female and now six years later, Carey is an awesome guy and is flirting with women himself as a comedian.

Listen as we chat with Carey about his fascinating take on sexism in comedy.

Posted in: Comedians, Interviews, Podcast 11 years ago 4

FOF #1816 – XELLE is Truly Outrageous

The girl group XELLE is probably best known for their ambitious music videos where they took over a NYC subway train or solve Charlie’s Angels inspired msteries.

Today we’re joined by the X-ellent gals from XELLE, JC Cassis, Rony G. and Mimi Imfurst and their producer Zach Adam in the home studio to talk about their music, their ambitious videos and working with one of the most notorious drag queens from RuPauls Drag Race.

FOF #1815 – Beyond Stonewall

There’s no denying that the Stonewall Riots that happened in New York City in June of 1969 helped spark the modern LGBT rights movement. But before then, and since then, a lot has happened.

Today we’re taking a look at some of the more significant events that have helped make the world a better place for LGBT folks- Kinsey, Harvey Milk, the AIDS crisis, daytime tabloid talk shows and of course the rise of the Internet.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 3

FOFA #1749 – Levi Kreis’ Love Revolution

Tony award winning musician Levi Kreis new album is out today and he’s giving us a peak at Imagine Paradise, a delightful departure from his previous work, featuring an R&B style mixed with grooves from the 70s and early 80s.

You’re gonna love this fabulous live music session with Levi Kreis where we talk about his Christian family’s reaction to him winning the Tony, working with hip hop artist Q-Boy and his friendship with Oscar Winning actress Octavia Spencer.

Posted in: Interviews, Live Music Sessions, Musicians, Podcast 12 years ago 0

FOF #1814 – Breaking Up is Hard to Do

Katy Perry just revealed that Russell Brand broke up with her via text and and the two have not spoken since their divorce in 2011. Pretty tacky huh?

Today we’re taking a look at how to end any relationship with a little grace and dignity. Why it’s so important to put your emotions aside for a moment so you can walk away from any relationship, whether it be friends, work, family or for love.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 2

FOF #1813 – Superman is a Biscuit

Spoiler Alert! Man of Steel, the new Superman reboot opened in theaters over the weekend, to the sweet tune of $125 million, guaranteeing more sexy movies featuring the muscular Henry Cavill saving the day.

Joining us today is comic book enthusiast Brian Sweeney and comic book publisher Zan Christensen to take a look at all the sexy, ridiculous, weird things about the new Man of Steel film.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 9

FOF #1812 – My Heart Belongs to Daddy

The image of a strong older man has long been a sex symbol. But now more than ever it seems young men and women are looking to daddy types for dating and hooking up.

Today, on Father’s Day we’re taking a look at popularity of mature men, father figures we’d all like to have hold us in their big strong arms. Also, grooming your beard and getting in shape with the Henry Cavil Superman workout.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 7

FOF #1811 – Flip the Bird for Friendship

Today Ronnie Kroell and filmmaker Elliot London- join us in the home studio to talk about why they are asking supporters of The New F-Word to flip the bird for the camera to combat bullying. They even got fashion guru Tim Gunn to do it.

Join us for this and all the hot news– gay island prison in Fascist Italy, who does size matter to most and doctors develop a new penile enlargement treatment based on the same technique as vampire facials.

Posted in: Interviews, Podcast 12 years ago 3

FOF #1810 – Poppy Champlin’s Wild Kingdom

One of the top comics of the lesbian comedy circuit is Poppy Champlin, who is well known not only for insight into lesbian mating practices but she’s also a genius mimic who can do amazing bird calls and animal sounds. She’s even got a monologue filled with over 100 fish related puns.

Today we’re popping the cork off Poppy Champlin as she chats with us from her remote home in the woods of Rhode Island.

Posted in: Comedians, Interviews, Podcast 12 years ago 0

FOF #1809 – Punching the Clock

Sooner or later everyone gets bored at work and they wouldn’t mind spicing things it up a bit. Some get frisky in the broom closet with their co-workers while others take meetings with special clients on their lunch break. Others just take matters into their own hands.

Today, Brian Sweeney joins us to talk about getting it on at your day job- risky!

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 3