Queer Changemakers
by Justin Mezetin
Society & CultureE · Explicit
Latest episode
Streamlining LGBTQ+ Resources with Chocolatté Miller
Streamlining LGBTQ+ Resources with Chocolatté Miller
About this podcast
Queer Changemakers shares stories and experiences of LGBTQ+ leaders who are actively making a positive difference in our communities. From activists to entrepreneurs, artists to nonprofit leaders, each episode features a conversation with a Queer Changemaker sharing their vision for our world, how they are taking action, and how others can support and learn from them. Listeners will learn from the challenges, triumphs, and unique perspectives of these inspiring individuals and hopefully find inspiration to make an impact in their local communities and beyond.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 59 episodes
- Streamlining LGBTQ+ Resources with Chocolatté Miller · 48 min · Episode 59Chocolatté Miller (he/him) is changing the world as Director of Capital Resource Connections. Capital Resource Connections (CRC) is a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit…
- Inclusive Bars and Events with Scot Maitland · 1 h 18 min · Episode 58Scot Maitland is changing the world by elevating the conversation and experience of non-alcoholic (NA) beverages in bars. Scot reminds that everyone is a NA beverage drinker, and…
- Building Communities of Nonviolence with Francis Gortaire · 1 h 4 min · Episode 57Francis Gortaire (they/them) is changing their community by encouraging nonviolence in our communities through the DC Peace Team. DC Peace Team provides training and services in…
- Inclusive Healthcare and Building Community with Dwight Venson · 52 min · Episode 56Dwight Venson is changing the world and our community by promoting the inclusive health services provided by Whitman Walker. With multiple locations in DC, Whitman Walker is a…
- What's Next for The Modern Military Association of America with Ashley Carothers and Cathy Marcello · 40 min · Episode 55The Modern Military Association of America is changing the world by serving, supporting and connecting LGBTQ+ current service members, veterans and their family members…
- Service, Community and Collaboration with the Modern Military Association of America · 42 min · Episode 54The Modern Military Association of America is changing the world by serving, supporting and connecting LGBTQ+ current service members, veterans and their family members…
- Community Care with Jocelyn Jacoby · 41 min · Episode 53Jocelyn Jacoby, she/her, is changing the world by serving as a Program Director and Psychotherapist. At the DC LGBTQ+ center, her team provides free behavioral health services…
- Using Technology for our LGBT Community with Chris Wood · 1 h 17 min · Episode 52Chris Wood, he/him, is changing the world as co-founder and Executive Director of LGBT Tech, a non-profit organization aiming to bridge the gap between technology and our LGBTQ+…
- Entertaining and Engaging Crowds with Jessica L'Whor · 43 min · Episode 51Jessica L’Whor is changing the world by inspiring and entertaining crowds as a drag queen. In addition , she is on tour performing and with her “Ask A Queen” series, where she…
- Finding Community and Safe Queer Businesses with Charlie Sprinkman · 35 min · Episode 49Charlie Sprinkman, he/they, is changing the world by connecting everyone with thousands of Queer-owned or supportive businesses, communities and organizations. As founder of the…
- Community and Mental Health with Dr Vivid · 1 h 5 min · Episode 50Dr Ashley Elliot, or Dr Vivid, she/her, is changing the world by supporting people in their mental health journey in clinical settings as well as through her social media…
- Community, Non-profits and Pride with Paul Marengo · 59 min · Episode 48Paul Marengo is changing the world through consulting and fundraising with a variety of non-profits. As CEO of Promethean Fundraising, Paul has worked with a number of film…
- Love and Creativity with Thee J Henry · 1 h 0 min · Episode 46J. Henry is changing the world through music focused on love, authenticity and knowing we are enough. In this conversation, we talk about his journey into hiphop and music…
- Purposeful Entrepreneurship and LGBTQ+ Healthcare with Justin Ayars · 1 h 7 min · Episode 47Justin Ayars, he/him, is changing the world through his current startup EqualityMD— a tech-enabled healthcare platform for LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, businesses, nonprofits…
- Inclusive and Ethical AI with Raj Korpan · 59 min · Episode 45Raj Korpan is changing the world by championing inclusivity in the field of robotics and AI. He co-founded the Queer In Robotics organization in 2023, to uplift projects and…
- Transgender Empowerment and Inclusion with Magda Stega (Replay) · 1 h 14 min · Episode 44Magda Stegda, she/her, is changing the world by advocating for trans-inclusive workplaces. In this conversation, we talk about her career in HR and life journey. We discuss…
- Resilience and Advocacy with Josie Caballero · 1 h 1 min · Episode 43Josie Caballero, she/her, is changing the world through professional Trans advocacy. She performs multiple roles with a few different hats advocating for trangender rights…
- Life is a Mosaic with Robert Michael Vanzant · 1 h 17 min · Episode 42Michael continues to share his story, journey and perspectives in part 2 of this conversation. In this conversation, we talk about themes of gratitude, resilience, and the…
- A Life of Service: Robert Michael Vanzant's Journey in the DC LGBTQ+ Community · 54 min · Episode 41Robert Michael Vanzant has changed the world by dedicating himself to the service of the LGBTQ+ community through various roles and initiatives over the past 50 years. In this…
- Comedy, Community, and Culture with Sampson McCormick · 1 h 43 min · Episode 40Sampson McCormick, He/Him, is changing the world through black queer comedy, storytelling and speaking his truth. He is a a DC native, a stand up comedian for over 20 years, and…
