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Award-winning journalist LZ Granderson draws from his own lived experience as a gay, Black father to host thought-provoking, poignant and engaging conversations with some of the most influential and inspirational people in the LGBTQ+ community.
Shangela is 'Here' For It
In honor of National Coming Out Day, LZ sits down with D.J. “Shangela” Pierce, break out star and contestant on “RuPaul's Drag Race” and co-host of the hit HBO series “We’re Here.” In an honest and raw conversation, Shangela discusses the queer journey, growing up in small town America and the power and freedom of living an authentic life.
Ep. 8: Daniel Newman is Setting Thirst Traps
Actor and model Daniel Newman is known for his roles on The Walking Dead and Homeland, but to LZ he’s an Instagram crush. In this episode, Newman opens up about his body image journey and the truth behind those thirst traps.
Ep. 7: Stepping OUT Onto The Field
LZ leads a roundtable of sports figures including Jason Collins, the first active player in the NBA to come out; Super Bowl winner and ally Keyshawn Johnson; and Rick Welts, the first out and proud NBA team president. They discuss their own personal stories and look at the ways LGBTQ issues play out in the world of professional sports.
Ep. 6: Driven To Succeed
Alphonso David is an LGBTQ civil rights attorney, advocate and the first person of color to serve as president of the Human Rights Campaign. He talks about his childhood in West Africa, getting disowned by his father and his quest for trans rights.
Ep. 5: Fries or Hash Browns? Sherry Cola Likes Both
Sherry Cola tackles sexuality, gender norms and racial stereotypes in her standup and in life. The ‘Good Trouble’ actress looks back on when she first realized she was attracted to men and women, and pushes back against misconceptions about bisexuality even within the queer community.
Ep. 4: The Doctors Are In (and One is Also Out)
Dr. Anthony Fauci is best known today for his role in the response to COVID-19, but he’s been on the frontlines of the fight against HIV/AIDS for decades.
Who is the producer of Life Out Loud?
Eric Johnson and Liz Alesse are executive producers. "Life Out Loud" is the first podcast produced in conjunction with members of the ABC News and Owned Television Stations PRIDE Business Employee Resource Group, which is co-chaired by senior producers Anthony Morrison and Robert Zepeda.
When is the third episode of Life Out Loud?
The third episode of "Life Out Loud" will post on Thursday, June 3, and feature an interview with GRAMMY Award ® -nominated musician Rufus Wainwright ahead of his tribute to icon Judy Garland on what would have been her 99 th birthday.
What is ABC audio?
About ABC Audio: With distribution to over 1,900 radio stations and digital distributors, ABC Audio is the premier source for audio news, entertainment and music format services in the United States. ABC Audio syndicates ABC News Radio, where more Americans get their radio news than any other commercial broadcaster.
What is the first LGBTQ podcast?
On Tuesday, June 1, ABC News will kick off Pride Month with the two-episode premiere of its first LGBTQ+ issue-focused podcast, " Life Out Loud with LZ Granderson ." ABC News Contributor LZ Granderson draws from his own lived experience as a gay, Black father to host inspiring, provocative and often hilarious conversations to help preserve the history of the LGBTQ+ community. This podcast will delve into the policies, cultural touchstones and historical events that have shaped the collective experience of this often underrepresented and misunderstood group. Guests will shed light on the past by sharing their own stories and look to the future by describing their vision for how living "life out loud" should look. The first two episodes will explore the impact of the groundbreaking FX series "Pose" as it wraps its third and final season. The show's co-creator and co-executive producer, Steven Canals, joins Granderson in the inaugural episode of "Life Out Loud." The second episode will feature a conversation with "Pose" star Mj Rodriguez, who is the first transgender actress to win Best Actress at the Imagen Awards.
Who is the host of the Los Angeles Times?
Granderson is an award-winning journalist, ESPN Radio host and Op-Ed columnist for the Los Angeles Times. He was selected as "Journalist of the Year" by the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association in 2011, and his TED Talk, "Myth of the Gay Agenda," has 1.7 million views.
Who is the producer of Pose?
The show's co-creator and co-executive producer, Steven Canals , joins Granderson in the inaugural episode of "Life Out Loud.".
