Charting Queer Health

Episode 28 - The Supreme Court and Roe V. Wade with Mony Ruiz-Velasco

We are joined by Mony Ruiz-Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois, to talk about the landmark overturning of Roe V. Wade. We discuss what the right to privacy is, what packing the court entails, how to insulate ourselves from potential change and more! Visit www.equalityillinois.us.

Episode 27 - Queer Parenting In The Absence of Roe

I talk with Katie Metos, Vice President of External Relations, and Danielle Nolen-Ragland, Internal Communications Representative, about their queer families, the overturning of Roe V. Wade, raising culturally intelligent kiddos, and more!

Episode 26 - Chicago’s Queer History with Owen Keehnen

We are joined by queer historian and LGBTQ Hall of Fame Member Owen Keehnen to discuss the origins of Chicago's queer spaces, the Belmont rocks, and how being yourself is the most radical act of queer liberation. To learn more about Owen's work, go to www.owenkeehnen.com.

Episode 25 - Chatting About ChemSex! With Joey Metler

We welcome back Joey Metler, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, to talk about Chemical Sex! We dive in a debunk misconceptions, learn best practices, and hear how ChemSex is something everyone should be educated about.

Episode 24 - What is South Side Pride? With Channyn Parker

We chat with Channyn Parker, Director of Strategic Partnerships, to learn what South Side Pride is all about! We dive into the historical context of Chicago neighborhoods, intersectionality as it relates to Pride, and how we deliver on Howard Brown's pledge to create better health outcomes for those that need them. If you are interested in supporting either of the organizations that organize South Side Pride, you can visit https://www.pridesouthside.org/2022chicagoblackpride for more info. 

Episode 23 - What’s The Deal With Monkeypox? With Dr. Anu Hazra

We are joined again by Dr. Anu Hazra to get the down-low on Monkeypox. What is it? What are the symptoms? Do I have to be worried? Can I get a vaccine? For more info visit https://bit.ly/3sWbkBu or howardbrown.org.

Episode 22 (Part 2) - Pride 101! With Tracy Baim

In part two of our Pride series, we are again joined by Tracy Baim (LGBTQ+ Hall of Fame member, queer historian, and journalist) to talk about rainbow washing, inclusivity in the queer community, and how to advocate for a better tomorrow. 

Episode 21 (Part 1) - Pride 101! With Tracy Baim

In part one of our Pride series, we are joined by Tracy Baim (LGBTQ+ Hall of Fame member, queer historian, and journalist) to break down the origins of Pride and who we have to thank for the progress we’ve made. 

Episode 20 - Leather and The Kink Community! With Miguel Torres

We talk with Mr. Chicago Leather 2014 Miguel Torres about the leather community, kink at Pride, vac-beds, pup play, and more! Consider this your "Leather 101!" For more information on the leather community, visit https://www.imrl.com or www.howardbrown.org!

Episode 19 - What Is Harm Reduction and How Does Suboxone Help With It? With Caitlin Williams

Caitlin Williams, Manager of Substance Use Services and Clinical Psychologist, dives into the concept of harm reduction with us, including what medication assisted treatment is and how it can help people who want to reevaluate their use of opiates.