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Anime Character Yuga Aoyama is Complex, Possibly Queer?

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

My favorite anime had a gay moment!

Revisiting Gay Representation in 'Secret Life'

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

The hit show from years ago has some rare moments of authentic gay representation!

Bisexual Icon Avatar Korra Joins Fortnite

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Korra may live in a fictional world, but her presence in ours makes kids know that their skin color, culture, and sexuality only add to their badassery. And being that Fortnite skews younger, it's a great introduction to one of the coolest characters on TV who happens to be bi.

Love Lies Bleeding is Superb Sapphic Cinema

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Just know Love Lies Bleeding is an apt title, with emphasis on the bleeding part! We are capable of giving so much heart and hurt, which Stewart's character (Lou) represents so well. Estranged from her mobster dad and plagued by a toxic past, Lou is just looking for the light. And shiny motivated bodybuilder Jackie is the perfect stepping stone for Lou to grow past her own self-hatred.

A Minor Change in the New Avatar Makes the Gays Happy

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Nobody f*cking MOVE! Something new and gay has hit the Avatar universe. 

We Love Las Culturistas

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Read why Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang are co-hosting an iconic show that embraces queerness, pop-culture, and more!

Tragic and Beautiful Love in Fellow Travelers

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

The Lavender Scare, officially known as Executive Order 10450 signed into effect by Dwight D, Eisenhower in 1953 is something I had never learned about in school. That’s why I’m grateful for the TV miniseries Fellow Travelers for educating me about the heartbreaking history of the LGBTQ+ community, specifically in 50s America. 

Godzilla and the Gays

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Godzilla-centric television show has a same-sex relationship between its human characters. 

Stop Mixing Up Queer Icons Bowen Yang and Joel Kim Booster

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Bowen Yang is not Joel Kim Booster. And Joel Kim Booster is not Bowen Yang. Apparently some publications have a tough time with this. 

Trolls 3: Shoutout to the Villainous and Queer Veneer

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Applauding the complex queer-coded villain Veneer and his journey towards self-acceptance in Trolls 3! 

An Ode to Birdo - Pink, Proud, and Trans

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

I want to write about a queer and trans icon in the Nintendo mainstream that deserves more hype. Of course, this is… Birdo!

Freehold Follies - How Trans Children Were Sacrificed by ‘Parental Rights’ Groups

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Trans students in New Jersey are under attack from a covert group of conservative ‘parental rights’ advocates, repealing safety measures for trans students.

All Eyes On Azi - Scavengers Reign Brings Us a Queer Character with Perseverance

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

One of the main heroes in this story is Azi. She crash-landed without any humans and is a self-diagnosed loner - but she’s not alone.

15 of the Best and Queerest Songs by Kesha!

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

 Perhaps nobody shined brighter on their punk princess throne than Kesha. And she’s still glowing!

Unmatched Vampiric Queerness: A Look at What We Do in the Shadows

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

What We Do in the Shadows prioritizes awesome queer characters that you can't help but love. 

Cutest Gay Couple on the High Seas: Stede Bonnet and Blackbeard

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Our Flag Means Death is a wonderful addition to your watching repertoire that I can’t recommend enough.

Cute and Queer Couple Alert: Marshall Lee and Gary Prince

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Read about the cutest couple in the 'Adventure Time' multi-verse: Marshall Lee and Gary Prince!

New Queer Couple Alert: Monsieur Mallah and the Brain

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

My Adventures with Superman proves that allyship means a lot from the Man of Steel. 

Celebrating the Queer Love of Yaz and Sammy

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Support this super couple from Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous!

8 Trailblazing Queer Couples in Modern Animation

Posted by Jonny Kandell 

Learn about the trailblazing couples helping inspire the next generation of LGBTQIA+ folks!