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Brian Boitano Comes Out as Gay, Surprising No One

What would Brian Boitano do? He’d come out of the closet! The figure skating gold medalist just announced he’s gay before the Russian winter Olympics in Sochi. What Would Brian Boitano Do? – South Park: […]

Posted in: News & Rumors, People 11 years ago 0

FOF #1867 – Lick it Up

Nobody’s gotten more tongues wagging recently about tongue wagging like Miley Cyrus, who just said that she totally meant for her VMA performance to be awkward, and because she’s sick of people giving her hell, vows to never stick her tongue out again. Promises, promises.

Today we’re licking it up with musician Stephen Leonard – pop culture moments when stars stood out for sticking out their tongues.

Posted in: Live Music Sessions, Podcast 11 years ago 3

FOF #1864 – Strange, Horrifying and Adorable Diseases

We have this idea that modern medicine can fight any kind of illness no matter how strange, but in reality there are many diseases that are so rare and bizarre doctors don’t know what to do. Today we’re taking a look at the strange, terrifying and adorable diseases that plague humanity. Joining us is Brian Sweeney, who seems like he’s always sick with something.

Listen as we talk about Blue Skin Disorder, Saturday Night Fever, Bitch Tits, Vampire disease and the adorably furry Werewolf disorders.

Posted in: Podcast 11 years ago 3

FOF #1847 – The Strange History of Advertising Booze

When it comes to advertising alcohol, companies used to highlight the product’s qualities, but then they ditched that, in favor of focusing on people the consumer could identify with. Now it’s just horses farting in a chicks’ faces. What happened?

Today, comedian Sean Flannery joins us to talk about the strange history of advertising booze- How companies went from bragging their beer was the cheapest, to using hunks and athletes to sell their brand.

Posted in: Comedians, Interviews, Podcast 11 years ago 8

FOF #1845 – I Dare You to Throw Me in Jail

Celebrities are joining international efforts to get the Russian government to repeal its anti-gay laws before the upcoming Olympic Winter Games in Sochi. Lady Gaga, Johnny Weir and Andy Cohen are among many who are speaking out against the intolerance.

Joining us today is Brian Sweeney to look at celebrities who are willing to be thrown in a Russian gulag, why Bravo’s Andy won’t set foot in the country and ultimately what Russia has to gain by having such hateful laws.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 8

FOF #1844 – How to Come Out After a Lifetime of Being Closeted

Most people these days come out relatively young. But for some other folks, it takes them a lot longer, even a whole lifetime.

Today we’re taking a look at what you can do if you’re thinking of coming out after denying your same-sex attraction for so long- advice for married men with children, conservative politicians and religious leaders.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 2

FOF #1841 – Being Chloë Sevigny

Good evening America. It has come to our attention that Chloë Sevigny, not just the actress but the character created by comedian Drew Droege is fabulous! Drew’s Chloë videos exploded online, got him an OUT 100 award and gave him the chance to meet in person the celebrity behind his creation.

Today Drew Droege joins us to talk about the runaway success he’s had with his Chloë Sevigny, and what the eerie experience was like to finally meet the real Chloë.

Posted in: Comedians, Interviews, Podcast, YouTube Celebrities 12 years ago 2

FOF #1840 – To Russia With Love

As Russia escalates its horrific crackdown on LGBT people, there’s a lot of talk happening about how to best support LGBT Russians, with some calling the Vodka Boycott misguided because it doesn’t take into consideration the wishes of actual Russian gay activists.

Joining us today is Andy Thayer from Chicago’s Gay Liberation Network, who has tirelessly fought  for years to bring attention to the situation happening in Russia and has even been arrested several times for participating in Pride parades in Moscow.

Posted in: Interviews, Podcast, Politicians/Activists 12 years ago 4

FOF #1839 – Bytches United To Crush Homophobia

After years of making big money playing secret concerts for the ultra rich all over the world, pop stars are singing a new tune by challenging oppressive regimes, especially when it comes to LGBT rights in Russia. Could we be seeing a Sun-City style boycott of Russia?

Today Brian Sweeney joins us to take a look at the growing movement to challenge Russia’s hateful laws.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 13

FOF #1837 – Peaches Christ is the New Black

The genre of Women in Prison films began as a way for filmmakers to subvert censors in order to feature women in highly erotic sadistic and bondage situations.

Today Peaches Christ takes us behind bars into her favorite Women in Prison films, and shares with us all the juicy gossip about the actors who make up Orange is the New Black.

Posted in: Podcast 12 years ago 8