On this episode we talk to Amanda from the Women's March and Daney from 5051 and the San Joaquin Valley Resistance about how we protest the current administration and how we move forward. 

We cover protests, boycotts, Tesla, and the apps we can use to make our voices heard. Then Kaylia and Chris talk about the SAVE Act, Pete Buttigieg, Ben & Jerry, Ohio, political attire, and how the club Splash is making policies clear. 

Enjoy!

https://www.facebook.com/centralvalleywomensmarch/

https://www.facebook.com/50states50protests

https://www.instagram.com/sjvr50501/reels/

https://www.goodsuniteus.com/

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bashsoftware.boycott&hl=en-US&pli=1

Fish Doorbell! 
https://visdeurbel.nl/en/about/ 

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Unity in Protest

On this BONUS Pride episode, we talk about the relationship between police and the LGBTQ+ community. We touch on the LA riots, No Kings Day, Fresno Pride and how we get past our history of police violence against our community. 

We have an interview with Matthew Couto, the Fresno Police LGBTQ Liaison, as well as a statement from Jess Fitzpatrick of Gender Alchemy and we share the statement from Garry Bredefeld of the Fresno County Department of Supervisors about County outreach during the Pride parade.

https://www.fresno.gov/police/police-contacts/ 
https://www.instagram.com/genderalchemynpo/
https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Departments/Board-of-Supervisors
https://www.fresnorainbowpride.com/

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Police & The LGBTQ+ Community

Join Chris and guest co-host James on this episode of It’s A Queer Thang. We talk to Greg Little with the Tower District Rotary Club about their efforts in the community. Then we discuss the SCOTUS decision affecting trans people in Tennessee, how the current administration is putting the lives of LGBTQ+ people at risk, how the bottom is dropping out of corporate sponsorship of Pride, and the latest HIV breakthrough. Plus, we highlight LGBTQ+ streaming offerings and dish on Nathan Lane, KC of the Sunshine Band, and the Village People.

https://towerdistrictrotary.org/
https://vendors.planetbids.com/.../14769/bo/bo-detail/130882
https://www.fortunefeimster.com/calendar.php
https://ouramericaabc.com/who-im-meant-to-be-2025

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Serving, Courting & Cruising

On this episode of It’s A Queer Thang, we interview Carole Goldsmith, chancellor of the State Center Community College District, about education in America and her queer history. 

Chris and James talk sex education and the future of gender affirming care for youth in California. We also dive into the cognitive dissonance embedded in our nation, from religion to politics. 

Then we look at the most popular pets in America, mixed with our memories and stories.  

Enjoy!

https://www.scccd.edu/ 
https://ouramericaabc.com/ 

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Education VS America

On the latest episode of the It’s A Queer Thang Podcast we dive into Kampout Fresno, the longest running LGBTQ+ camping event in California. Our special guests are Sherrie Sinclair and Lynda Wilkinson and let’s just say the s**t hits the fan. 

Plus Kaylia is back and she and Chris talk about the latest art project in Fresno, possibly a new light rail system, the 988 crisis line, drama at the Magnolia Network and gay robots! 

www.kampoutfresno.com

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/07/16/following-trump-cut-to-lgbtq-youth-suicide-hotline-california-steps-up-to-fill-the-gap/

https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/15/entertainment/chip-gaines-same-sex-couple-criticism

https://centralvalleycommunityaction.wordpress.com/local-organization-efforts/

https://facebook.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c64c33437f9b8cafff47450fa&id=224498428f

https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/local-news/freeway-murals-uplift-community-strength/

https://www.pride.com/trending/viral/who-is-rizzbot-the-gay-robot

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Queer Camping & Jello Shots

On this episode we talk to Haley White and Miguel Gastelum of Duende Creative House about their new marketing business and the Queer power they’re bringing to the community. Kaylia gives us Labor Day history and the changes in the school year for Back To School talk. We cover a class action suit by trans prisoners in Georgia, the possible overturning of federal same sex marriage and the local tragedy that is Garry Bredefeld, and how you can reach out and speak up about displaying “In God We Trust” at the Board of Supervisors Chambers. 

And don’t forget to have some soup while we dive into the latest Taylor Swift news.

https://www.duendecreates.com/

https://www.fresnofools.com/

https://underthedesknews.com/

https://www.axios.com/2025/08/12/supreme-court-same-sex-marriage-equality-challenge

https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Departments/Board-of-Supervisors

https://fresnocounty.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=1229719&GUID=7B8525AA-E3EA-44F2-8232-F43C006771B9

https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Departments/Clerk-of-the-Board-of-Supervisors/Contact-Clerk-of-the-Board


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In Queer We Trust

On this episode we talk to Sophia of Citrene Solar Cleaning about getting your solar panels cleaned and maintained, then we sit down with Beth and Heather from The Cat House on the Kings to talk about what they do and a very cool, upcoming fundraiser. 

Then Chris and Kaylia take on free speech.

Citrene Solar Cleaning
https://www.citrinesolarcleaning.com/#:~:text=Citrine%20Solar%20Cleaning%20specializes%20in%20providing%20top-notch%20solar,in%20the%20process.%20Why%20Choose%20Citrine%20Solar%20Cleaning%3F

The Cathouse On The Kings
https://www.cathouseonthekings.com/index.php

Nightmeow Before Christmas @Fulton 55
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Here Kitty, Kitty

From the No Kings Day 2 rally in Fresno California at Manchester Center on Saturday October 18, 2025. We talk to those attending get their opinions. 

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No Kings Day 2 - Fresno, CA

On this episode of It’s A Queer Thang we talk to Robin McGeHee, our local LGBTQ liaison and queer icon, about her involvement in Florida working the Students Rise Up and progressive activism, as well as ICE, how to stand up for your rights and the City Of Fresno LGBTQ grants. Then we bring in Whitney Black with Central Valley Queer Line Dancing about the newly formed group, dancing at the Red Lantern and plans for the future.

Kaylia covers queer sports and we talk about the new and openly gay sexiest man alive. 

Enjoy!

https://www.studentsriseup.org/
https://www.fresno.gov/mayor/office-of-community-affairs/#lgbtq-support
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1585293435828732
https://www.instagram.com/cvqueerlinedancing/
https://www.thesourcelgbt.org/




Shaping Minds and Shaking Booty!

It's A Queer Thang covers local and national LGBTQ+ issues and events. We focus on politics, civil rights, news and, entertainment. Special guests are featured with interviews focusing on issues relevant to the LGBTQ+ community in Fresno and the Central Valley. Hosted by Chris Jarvis and Kaylia Metcalfe.

Queer Thang welcomes viewer input, suggestions. and questions at itsaqueerthang(at)gmail(dot)com.

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