The Rainbow Remix

The Rainbow Remix-Ep. 243- Jon Imparata Helps Us Deal with Grief

JD and Denise talk with Jon Imparata, a queer author, producer and activist from Los Angeles who's new book "The Good Inside The Grief" is out now and given the time of year, it feels very timely. We talk about how grief comes in different forms for different reasons, the stigma attached to the word 'grief' and so much more. To watch on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix-ep 240- Kestral Gaian Visits Us

JD talks with Kestral Gaian about being a queer author, poet and playwright in England. Kestrel's newest poetry book: Tubelines is out now and they discuss what the inspiration for the compilation was. To watch the conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix-Ep 211- Revisit the lovely guys we've had on in a REWIND!

With Denise away, JD has complied a great GAY rewind remix with filmmaker Anthony Hand, financial coach David Lester, blogger and author Sean O'Callaghan and Chih and Mike Dorsey of The dumpling Dudes.

The Rainow Remix-Ep 210- Composer Jack Curtis Dubrowsky

JD talks with musician, composer, author and filmmaker Jack Curtis Dubrowsky this week about all the hats he wears in his multi-faceted career. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 207- The Fat Gay Vegan joins us!

JD and Denise welcome Sean O'Callaghan, aka: The Fat Gay Vegan to the show. He's the author of "Fat Gay Vegan: Live Like You Give a Shit", his blog covers all things vegan, social injustices, awareness, cafes and restaurants that specialise in vegan menus and more. Sean tells us his reasons for changing his lifestyle, what he's learned, and how you can make small changes that help you, the planet and more. To Watch this show on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix-Ep. 203- Sharpen Your Financial Future with David Lester

JD and Denise talk with David Lester, a Money Strategist and author ("I Love Money") from NYC, who shares advice on how to get yourself in a better financial position in 2025. David's positivity is infectious as he encourages people to commit to their values as priorities, believe in yourself, stay focused and keep moving forward in your career- plus much more. To watch this show on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 198- Frank DeCaro is BACK with a DISCO Book!

JD is at a "Cher" theatre event tonight, so Denise welcomes author, presenter, comedian Frank DeCaro back to the show to discuss his new book, "Disco: Music, Movies and Mania Under the Mirror Ball", which has made it into the New York Post's list of the 'Best Books For Christmas' List already! It's the DEEPEST of dives into disco the way only Frank can do. We talk about the research, the memories, the interviews and more! Buckle in, it's a ride! To watch it on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix-Ep 191- Ian Hawkins Wants To Be At Your Next Work Function

JD and Denise talked with public speaking coach, presenter, writer, comedian and key note speaker Ian Hawkins, from the U.K.  He tells us about his early days writing comedy for the BBC, then doing stand up, and how those skills have helped him become a welcomed figure at business conferences, work shops and company functions as a host, speaker, moderator and the guy that keeps things moving along. He also tells us a funny story about the late Queen Elizabeth. To watch this conversation on our Youtube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 186- Best Of - Summer Series- Awesome Authors

Here are some moments from our chats with the awesome authors we've had on The Rainbow Remix- from young Anthony Nerada in Canada putting a gay twist on Avril Levine's Skater Boy narrative, to Dharma Kelleher, out trans woman writing badass women led detective series, to mid-westerner Shannon Ronan, who collected brave, soulful stories from people across the country and their coming out stories. Lastly, we welcome back Clare Lydon, who not only writes successful lesbian fiction series with London backdrops, but also hosts podcasts with other lesbian authors. Watch the show on our YouTube Channel and subscribe by clicking this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep 165- SkirtSoFlo Magazine is in the House!

Denise and JD welcome the ladies of SkirtSoFlo Magazine, a physical and digital magazine focusing on the LGBTQ community in South Florida. The all new magazine is on its third issue, just launched in February. We discuss the need for it plus the decision to print AND have it online, as well. We also talk about the outreach and the community's involvement especially using some articles written by readers. To watch the fun conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 156- Queer YA Author Anthony Nerada is Here

Denise and JD welcome Anthony Nerada from Vancouver, B.C. who is launching his first novel, "Skater Boy", a queer YA story loosely based on the 2002 song with a twist. Anthony tells us about the moment he knew he had to write the story, his process, and we discuss finding the right publishing company. he's also got a book tour coming to coincide with the launch, which we run down as well as how to buy the book or catch his book store stops this February. To watch it on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix-Ep 152- We Talk Lesbian Holiday Movies with Aria Velz!

JD and Denise welcome back Aria Velz, aka: The Critical Lesbian, as she's known on TikTok and Instagram. She's complied FIVE lesbian Holiday themed rom com movies to get you through that weird week between Christmas and New Years when no one knows what day it is, you're still eating leftovers and starting to get bored after all the madness. To watch the show on our YouTube Channel, click this link.