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 239- New Podcast Series: The High Note

JD is holding down the fort while Denise unpacks at the new house and waits for internet service. J talks with Thea Gill (Queer As Folk), Gina Glass and the cast & crew of a new podcast series called "The High Note"- great behind the scenes chat, what the series is about and how it came about. To watch on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep 227-Elena Bernal from Florida's Lesbian Thespians!

JD and Denise chat with Elena Bernal, from Fort Lauderdale's "Lesbian Thespians" Theatre group which is making waves in the area with fantastic productions and amazing community building events. Elena's infectious energy will grip you from the get-go and leave no question why this group is so fun and doing great things. To watch on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

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. 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. 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. 141- Best of Pride Summer Part 3- The Music!

Some of the best bits from the talented guests we had on this summer featuring musician, drummer, singer, producer Katie Marie, Australian composer for stage and screen Joe Twist, and the charming, funny writer Jami Smith, who started "Songs That Saved You" which focuses on music history & musicians through a queer lens! To watch on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 138 - Comedian Kristin Key and her Lesbian Army

JD and Denise welcome comedian Kristin Key, who's taking social media by storm, and booking gigs FAST! Kristin plays guitar, writes funny songs and caused a literal movement with her "Lesbian Anthem". She tells us how she had to pivot and adjust during the pandemic, and how it's helped her career. To watch this chat on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 137 - Meet Joe Twist- Austrailan Music Composer

JD and Denise have a in-depth conversation with out, Australian music composer Joe Twist, who's composed and worked on award-winning scores for TV ("Bluey", "Dream Gardens" "Strange Chores") movies ("Baywatch", "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", Amazon's "The Boys", "Pitch Perfect 3") and numerous stage shows as well as operas. Joe tells us about his latest project "Watershed: The Death of Dr. Duncan" about a 1970's trial having to do with outlawed homosexuality. Joe also explains what it takes to originate a score for a project, what made him pursue this career and how he approaches his work. To watch the conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix- Ep. 134 - Songs That Saved Your Life with Jami Smith

Denise and JD welcome Jami Smith, a NY based-writer, former stand up comedian, and passionate music lover- so much so that she's started a weekly Substack newsletter that delves into rock history, musicians and their songs but through a queer lens which is surprisingly refreshing. Jami explains the meaning behind the title, how the app works, and what's behind her drive about this project. Music lovers of any type, especially the know-it-alls, are bound to learn something they may not have known about musicians and artists. To watch the conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

The Rainbow Remix - Ep. 133- Multi-Talented Katie Marie in the House

JD and Denise welcome the British, out, multi-talented musician Katie Marie to the show. She's a drummer, guitarist, pianist, producer, singer and songwriter from Devon in the UK, now residing in Texas and just back from touring with Sophie B. Hawkins and working with Paula Cole. Katie tells us what got her through the pandemic, all about her bond with Sophia B, and what she's up to now. To watch this conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link.