Family, My semi-break from the pod has officially ended. I'm feeling ready to take on another year of the Queer News podcast. As I reflect on the last three seasons, every year I can find story after story which affirms just how important this work really is in the world. I suspect this year will be no different. So I'm here and very committed to telling stories of the most underestimated. We deserve this and so much more. I hope you enjoy this week's episode. Talk soon, Anna Ohhh & Quick...
20 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Family, Happy New Year! It's 2025 and I have officially launched season 4 of the Queer News podcast. This podcast has taken me on such an incredible journey over the last 4 years. Thank you for being on the ride with me. I'm currently preparing myself for the unrelenting news cycle that is inevitably coming our way. It's going to be full of the good, bad, and the very ugly. This means we MUST be informed and I'm committed to continue delivering Queer News with insight, care & some laughter...
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Family, Please help me welcome our 149 new subscribers ππ£π€ Eleven days ago I started an end of the year campaign to grow this newsletter. I started at 341 subscribers and now we're at 490! Only 10 more to go to hit my goal. Thank you all for subscribing. I hope you find this newsletter informative and your trusted guide to Queer News. Also, don't forget this code is only good for one more day. Use the code QNPHoliday24 to get a big 10% off your order through Tuesday, December 31st. See you in...
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Family, Have an amazing time this week with the people that love you the most. Don't be concerned with all the gift giving stuff. If you can great, if you can't that's okay. Love is what's really needed right now. I also want to send a special welcome to our new 113 subscribers! For subscribing you get a special discount code. Use the code QNPHoliday24 to get 10% off your order through Tuesday, December 31st. Thank you in advance for your continued support of my work. Thank you. Thank you....
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Family,I hope you are easing your way into the holidays. I recognize this isn't an easy time so I hope you are prioritizing rest and your well being. You've been filling up the cups of others all year so please take some time to refill your cup. You deserve. Quick Merch Store Update In good news, we've had 13 orders to the online store π If you haven't scooped anything yet I'd recommend our first annual holiday ornament. I'm predicting it will be a collectable. For subscribing to this...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Family,I finally did it. The online store is up! I will be changing the store up every month to keep it fresh so if you see something you like don't hesitate to scoop it up. I'd recommend our first annual holiday ornament because I'm predicting it will be a collectable. For subscribing to this newsletter you get a special code. Use the code QueerNews to get free shipping off your order through Friday, December 6th. Thank you in advance for your support. Talk soon,Anna Shop Now Here Iβm...
2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Family, We are embarking upon the season of gratitude and I want you to know that I'm grateful for you. The week's since the election have been rough for me but this work gets me through. It gives me a space to be of service and to do my part. Thank you for continuing to show up here and valuing LGBTQ news and information. I hope you carve out rest for yourself over the coming weeks and spend time with those who love you the most. Take good care of yourself. Talk soon, Anna p.s. Be on the...
2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Family, What a rough week. I'm bouncing back and there is still so much to take in and process. I shared everything I have on the podcast so no video today. I wanted to provide you with critical information so you can properly prepare for a Trump presidency. Nothing should be taken for granite in this moment. It is imperative that we prepare, protect and persist. Take good care of yourself. Talk soon, Anna Listen Here Watch on Youtube This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn she digs into...
3 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Family, Thank you for your continued support. I hope you find this week's episode informative and insightful. I'm in between travel of two podcast conferences so send me some good traveling energy. You can follow my travel fun on Instagram @annadeshawn. Talk soon, Anna Listen to this week's episode This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn will report on the groundbreaking case of Dime Doe, a Black trans woman whose murder has sparked outrage and demands for justice. In politics, Anna will...
4 months agoΒ β’Β 3 min read