The Rainbow Remix

The Rainbow Remix- Ep 169- We're Talking Queer Art, Queer Film and Gossip

JD and Denise have Nic Austin with them as they talk about Nic's work, Queer Art, Queer Film and they gossip about the Queer Eye scandals of late. To watch this show on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 168- Scott Galvin from Safe Schools Florida is Here

JD and Denise welcome Scott Galvin the director of Safe Schools Florida, an initiative that started years ago to help teachers and students  in the South Florida school system learn and grow with GSA's and talks about LGBTQ issues but after COVID and the the governor's latest anti-gay campaign, Scott and the company had to pivot and adjust, becoming more digital and now appealing to a more global audience. On top of all that Scott is also a councilman in North Miami- what a busy guy! To watch this chat on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep 167- Just Us...ragging on Madonna. Are we bad Queers?

Denise and JD discuss a bit of their week, including topics like "Old Lady New Years Eve", winter vacations, new shows we're into and JD's miserable night at the Madonna concert. Are we bad queers?  To watch the show on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 164- Let's See how Nic's Oscar Picks Did!

Denise and JD have Nic Austin, our infamous Queer Cinephile from Denver back to see how he did with his Oscar predictions as they break down the winners and schmooze about the whole ceremony. Of course, we swerve around a bit but it's always good time! To watch the conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link.  

The Rainbow Remix - Ep 163- Dancin' Dan Watts of "Everybody Dance" is Here!

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, so JD and Denise welcome Daniel Watt, whose documentary film "Everybody Dance" is free this month on Amazon Prime. It focuses on an all inclusive dance school with some amazing kids living with neurodiversity's whose journey to the year end recital is documented along with all they've learned through dance and a very special teacher. As Dan explains what the experience meant to him, how the idea came about and what HE himself learned, he also shares his own journey from small time dance student to NY, LA and his career at Columbia Pics as well as working with Simon Cowell.  To watch this conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 160- The Evolution of Comedian Amy Tee

Denise and JD welcome out comedian Amy Tee from the New England area, who's honest self reflection in this chat is nothing short of inspiring. After years of battling addiction and mental health problems, Amy tells us how she's turned things around by always learning, trusting therapy, doing the work, having a support system and how building her comedy routines that include these topics has helped her and other people. To watch this conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix -Ep. 158- Author Dharma Kelleher Joins Us

Denise and JD welcome the gritty crime drama writer Dharma Kelleher, who is an out, proud trans author from Arizona with some awesome butt-kicking queer woman lead characters. We discuss her writing style, process, approach and character & topic research especially pertaining to her successful  "Jinx Ballou" book series.  To watch this 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. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 148 -Nic’s Picks From The Denver Film Fest

Denise and JD have Nic Austin back to report on his time at The Denver Film Fest. Nik shares his favourite films over the last two weeks, especially the queer ones. He also discusses the Q and A's from two prominent directors who were there. We discuss what makes really good projects, from scripts to visual to character progression. To watch this great discussion on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep 146- UK Singer Amber Taylor-Groves Joins Us!

Denise and JD talk to Amber Taylor-Groves, a U.K. lead singer who fronted the band 'Heads Hearts' for years before taking a break and re-emerging in the new 'Sass Collective', a groovy, soulful band that blends pop, dance, and funk. Amber tells us about taking time off, raising a little boy with her wife Claire of 16 years and getting back into the gigging scene again. Watch the chat on our YouTube channel by clicking this link. 

The Rainbow Remix - Ep 145- Go Raiders! London’s LGBTQ+ Softball Club

Denise and JD welcome our friend Katie Hall to the show to discuss the long running LGBTQ+ Softball Club, the London Raiders. Katie has been a member slash player for 17 years and is now a manager, as well. We talk about club traditions, its mission, how inclusive they are, how welcoming it is - even for newbies and how much it's grown over the years. From practices to Pride Fest, this league seems to make everything fun while maintaining its competitive edge. Thankfully, spectators are welcomed! You can follow them on Instagram, too. Watch on our YouTube Channel by clicking this link.