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The QueerCentric

417 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

It’s a panel show with a revolving panel of characters talking about everything from politics to entertainment from a Queer perspective! A space to raise our voices and sound off!

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The QueerCentric EP 60: Josh Cozart

December 10, 2023 18:53 - 44 minutes - 34.9 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with Portland's KOIN weatherman Josh Cozart to chat about visibility and living out loud, being so authentic and open in media! Catch his very entertaining instagram @joshcozartwx

The QueerCentric EP 58: John Hernandez of Bear World Magazine

November 26, 2023 21:48 - 45 minutes - 35.3 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with the groundbreaking magazine and editor-in-chief, John Hernandez, of Bear World Magazine to chat about creating a space for a tribe, what it was like to find himself in a world with one image of gay men and the ever-evolving world of Bears.  It's gonna be good!

The QueerCentric EP 57 : THE QUEER BOOK CLUB DISCUSSES BOYSLUT by ZACHARY ZANE

November 19, 2023 07:47 - 56 minutes - 68.3 MB

PARENTAL ADVISORY:  Join Jonny and his panel of Queer Readers (Ian Kelly, Andrew Mark Carlos and Dave Walton) as they discuss their experiences reading the book BoySlut by Zachary Zane.  There is far too much to discuss in one episode, but tune in and BUY THE BOOK!  

The QueerCentric EP 56: Recording Artist Queen Sir JET

November 14, 2023 04:58 - 42 minutes - 31.2 MB

Join the conversation as Jonny gets to sit down with recording artist Queen Sir JET.  We talk about everything from her newest single "Male Femininity" to why the heteronormative world can be so stifling to finding confidence as you embrace who you truly are.  Oh, and Jonny is determined to make Christian Siriano take note of this new muse!

The QueerCentric EP 55: Abbey Crawford

November 06, 2023 01:08 - 1 hour - 55.3 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with Abbey Crawford to discuss creativity as we get older, owning yourself without apology and finding your own balance.  

The QueerCentric EP 54: Author Matthew Pippin - Nine Strangers

October 30, 2023 00:14 - 50 minutes - 42.3 MB

Join Jonny on this Halloween show to talk with new author Matthew Pippin about his debut novel, Nine Strangers.  A bit of mystery, a touch of trauma and a heap of who done it!  This is a GREAT READ!!

The QueerCentric EP 53: Duck E. Loveless (Your Emotional Support Clown)

October 23, 2023 18:47 - 49 minutes - 41.9 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with the Northwest's only emotional support clown, Duck E. Loveless!  This amazing performance artist talks all about the intersection of drag and clownery, the beginning of their journey and even....did you know you can be a licensed clown?  There's a lot here, so sit back, put your makeup on and let's GO!

The QueerCentric EP 52: Jeremy Whittington

October 15, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 47.5 MB

We are BACK at Lunarium in Spokane, WA with special guest Jeremy Whittington!  Grab some tea, sit back and get to know this creative powerhouse.  We all have a story, a path that leads us where we are at this moment, and every story is worthy.  As Jonny always says  "If our voices held no power, they wouldn't try to silence us, indeed the most powerful weapons any of us have are the breath in our lungs and the stories we possess. Tell your story."

The QueerCentric EP 49: Jonathan Slavin

September 23, 2023 15:32 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Jonny sits down with actor Jonathan Slavin to chat about being a working actor during the strike, living an authentic and outspoken life and his new play Freud On Cocaine, the new comedy by Howard Skora!  You know it's good in here! 

The QueerCentric EP 48: Comedian Jared Lyons-Wolf

September 17, 2023 16:17 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with the hilarious Jared Lyons-Wolf at Spokane's own late-night tea house, LUNARIUM!  A little experiment to record out and about and talk to this man about all things comedy.  It's fun, it's frivolous, it's queer! Listen in!

The QueerCentric EP 47: The BoySlut Interview Author Zachary Zane

September 09, 2023 16:38 - 52 minutes - 29.6 MB

That's right, you've been waiting and finally, it is here.  Listen in as Jonny sits down with the author and sex columnist, Zachary Zane, to talk about his amazingly candid book BoySlut.  Let's start deconstructing the shame narrative around our bodies and sex, may Zachary lead us into a better future :)  Buy the book NOW :) 

The QueerCentric EP 46: Recording Artist Ben Chavez

September 04, 2023 02:29 - 50 minutes - 33.2 MB

Pull up a chair and listen in as Jonny sits down with singer/songwriter, producer, and actor Ben Chavez as we talk about his new music, the art of storytelling in his songwriting, and his decision to tell a queer love story so openly.  It doesn't get better than this.  (Find Ben Chavez at BenChavezMusic.com or on Instagram @ben_chavez)

The QueerCentric EP 45: Melissa Berry Trending Northwest Magazine

August 27, 2023 15:19 - 52 minutes - 44.1 MB

Melissa Berry, editor-in-chief and co-owner of Trending Northwest Magazine, sits down with Jonny to talk about starting a magazine, being a badass woman, lifting up marginalized voices ......oh and would Oprah say &*%#?  You know it's good! 

The QueerCentric EP 44: Ian Kelly

August 22, 2023 01:00 - 56 minutes - 73.9 MB

Come into the studio as Jonny sits down with radio personality Ian Kelly to talk about Gays In Media.  What has been the evolution of Gays In Media? And then they end it talking about Underwear Do's and Don'ts.  Seems to be how most of Jonny's conversations go! Makes sense. LISTEN NOW!

The QueerCentril EP43: Artist Jansen Niccals

August 12, 2023 18:56 - 40 minutes - 35.1 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with queer artist Jansen Niccals to chat about his art, the intersection of art and sexuality and the importance of creativity to joy.... and wherever else our rainbow road takes us.  You know it's good 

The QueerCentric EP42: The Mom Brigade

August 07, 2023 00:36 - 58 minutes - 49.8 MB

Have you ever seen the Free Mom Hugs group at Pride Festivals, or heard stories of parents trying to understand their queer children?  The parents are real, the myths are true! Join Jonny as he sits down with a group of fierce moms that we like to call The Mom Brigade.  Trudi Beckett, Michelle White and Jessica Kaminski get real and honest talking about their one goal, just to love their kids in a world that sometimes feels stacked against them.  DON'T MISS THIS!

The QueerCentric EP41: Holly Meginniss Building Your Mental Health Tool Box

July 30, 2023 03:24 - 57 minutes - 50.2 MB

Join us in the studio as Jonny sits down with counselor Holly Meginniss as we chat about mental health, finding your personal cheerleaders and building a kick-ass coping toolbox! 

The QueerCentric EP 40: Mama Ocean Talks Finding a Way that is True To You

July 24, 2023 16:25 - 59 minutes - 53.5 MB

A healer, a teacher, a creator, an actor, and a conduit of light; join Jonny as he sits down with Mama Ocean.  We talk about avenues of healing and growth outside of what is considered mainstream in our culture.  Get ready to expand your mind!  

The QueerCentric EP39: Recording Artist Tom Goss!

July 14, 2023 13:59 - 45 minutes - 31.7 MB

Jonny is excited to welcome singer/songwriter Tom Goss to talk about his 9th studio album, "Remember What It Feels Like" and talk about being so vulnerable on his records......and how obvious it is that Jonny is crushing hard on his friend.  Awkward and fun, that's our brand!

The QueerCentric EP 38: Here For Herevia

July 09, 2023 14:31 - 55 minutes - 48.4 MB

We recorded this episode during Pride Month.  Catch this interview with openly queer candidate for City Council, Esteban Herevia.  Choose the leaders in your town, every election matters, especially the local ones.  Glad we got to sit down with this candidate and discuss the heart, the passion and the ideas he wants to bring to the table.  Worth a listen.

The QueerCentric EP37: The QueerCentric Gets Kinky

July 03, 2023 23:34 - 56 minutes - 53.5 MB

Join Jonny as he takes YOUR questions to the experts and learns all you want to know about the Fetish Life and all things Queer and Kinky!  With special guests, sex and relationship therapist Damon L. Jacobs and proprietors of Atomic Threads Boutique and The Haus of Debauchery, Madam Stina Rae and Mister Stina Rae.  Is it me or is it getting hot in here?  

The QueerCentric: Dungeons & Drag Queens!

June 25, 2023 01:25 - 17 minutes - 18 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with comedian Paul Curry and musician  Carson Cutter as they bring their show Dungeons & Drag Queens to Spokane's Bing Crosby Theater! Listen in as Jonny gets to sit down with them in the green room before their first show!  

The QueerCentric EP36: Space Queers Pride Spectacular

June 23, 2023 01:48 - 59 minutes - 52 MB

Join Jonny as he sits down with queer comedians Camrynne Sullivan and Jared Lyons-Wolf as we talk about everything from The Little Mermaid to coming out as a comedian to Freddy Mercury's cats! Catch their live show on June 29th, Space Queers Pride Spectacular, listen for details! 

The QueerCentric EP35: Summer Reading Anyone? It’s EDWARD MISKIE!

June 19, 2023 14:42 - 55 minutes - 40.9 MB

Join Jonny on his Summer Reading journey as he welcomes Author, Producer, Actor, Artist, Human,.... Cancer Survivor…..Edward Miskie to talk about his book "Cancer, Musical Theatre, & Other Chronic Illnesses"  Marking his 10 year anniversary cancer free! He unflinchingly shares the medical and mental and self-evolving journey that few really talk about.  

The QueerCentric Theatre Interviews: Aladdin

June 14, 2023 01:18 - 19 minutes - 18.6 MB

Join us as we have the chance to speak with Ben Chavez who plays Omar in the live stage version of Disney's Aladdin!  Then find him on YouTube and Instagram to follow this awesome talent!  

The QueerCentric EP 34: HAPPY PRIDE MONTH

June 11, 2023 23:59 - 51 minutes - 46.2 MB

Join the conversation with special guests Corey Fortune and Jennifer Simmons as we talk about Pride memories, Pride WHY and I'm pretty sure someone mentioned a sex dungeon?  www.thequeercentric.com

The QueerCentric EP 33: Atomic Threads proprietor Madam Stina Rae

June 03, 2023 15:34 - 59 minutes - 51.1 MB

Join us with our special guest Madam Stina Rae as we talk about her business, Atomic Threads, the joys of kink, and expanding the minds of the World!  You know it's fun in here!  

The QueerCentric EP 32: Left Of Str8 and The QueerCentric team up for the Rainbow Rundown!

May 30, 2023 01:52 - 49 minutes - 44.6 MB

Who doesn't LOVE a good collab/mash-up?!? The Left of Str8 Show brings Jonny from The QueerCentric on for the Rainbow Rundown! Get your fill of all the T and News worthy of some queer ears! Go on, PRESS PLAY NOW!

The QueerCentric EP31: Mental Health Awareness!

May 14, 2023 15:46 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but EVERY day is a day to speak about it and to check in with ourselves.  We chat with mental health professional, Holly Meginniss, and Tanner Roberts, a community member who has chosen to be very transparent about his own mental health journey.  Oh and we talk about creepy whales asleep and good underwear choices......so a typical show!  

The QueerCentric EP 30: Healing Through Pride with Mama Ocean and Matt Danielson

May 13, 2023 15:34 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Join us as we gear up for PRIDE month and we chat about the importance of Pride, why it is still relevant and needed today and how it can be a tool for healing.  Matt Danielson heads up the board of Spokane Pride and Mama Ocean is a healing and vibrant voice in the community at large.  You know it's going to be a great conversation here! 

The QueerCentric EP 29: Talking Mental Health, New Music, Life with Recording Artist David Hernandez

April 08, 2023 18:01 - 47 minutes - 41.2 MB

The title says it all, Jonny is joined by recording artist David Hernandez. They talk about his new album "Don't @ Me" the new video for single "When it Rains it Pours" and navigating life while focused on staying mentally well.  Listen NOW

The QueerCentric EP 28: Queer TV Baby!

April 01, 2023 17:33 - 50 minutes - 44.6 MB

Join Jonny as he talks with stars of the new Dekkoo.com series, Marriage of Inconvenience,  Jason T. Gaffney and David Allen Singletary!  They laugh, they bond...and Jonny tries to get them to film in the Northwest!  Be sure to tune into Marriage of Inconvenience on Dekkoo..com on April 6th!  

The QueerCentric EP 27: Finding and Building Community Around You

March 25, 2023 16:11 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Join Jonny as he speaks with Ryan Lewis about finding and building a community around you.  How do you spark joy? Is your reflex to first criticize or to support another? Sound off!

The QueerCentric EP26: Words

March 11, 2023 16:54 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Join Jonny as he speaks with screenwriter Mikayla Daniels about the power of words.  From the words you speak, the words you surround yourselves with, the words planted into soil of your psyche, words rule our world in powerful ways. Time to get deep with The QueerCentric!

The QueerCentric EP25: Working for Community

March 06, 2023 01:56 - 41 minutes - 36 MB

Join us in studio as Jonny chats with community activists Abbey Crawford and Grant Ogren about working for the community.  The challenges, successes and how to avoid burn out! Check it Out

The QueerCentric BROADWAY!: Dear Evan Hansen

March 04, 2023 16:41 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB

Join Jonny as he interviews Lili Thomas and Alaina Anderson from the touring company of Dear Evan Hansen the Tony and Grammy winning musical!  If you are in Spokane on the week of March 14 thru the 19th be sure to head out to the First Interstate Center for the Arts and catch the show, order tickets online at broadwayspokane.com

The QueerCentric: SPECIAL INTERVIEW

February 24, 2023 16:10 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

We interrupt our regular schedule podcast to being you a special interview just before our LIVE event.  Daniel the intern turns the tables and interviews Jonny about the whats and whys of the LIVE show.  Listen here!  

The QueerCentric EP 24:THE SEX SHOW

February 11, 2023 18:22 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

Join us with special guest Sex and Relationship Therapist Damon L. Jacobs as we answer listener questions about sex!  It's fun AND informative. Find his books on Amazon and follow his show Tub Talks at www.tubtalkswithdamon.com    

The QueerCentric EP23: Artists on Artists, Standing up as Queer Artists

February 04, 2023 23:38 - 59 minutes - 52.7 MB

Jump in the studio with Jonny and guests; filmmaker Mikayla Daniels and artist Matt Schwenk.  We talk the importance of art to a society, being an independent artist and how tempting OnlyFans is at times and standing tall as a queer artist!  It's never boring in here! 

The QueerCentric EP22: Movies, Will Smith and even some Bill Cosby Talk

January 28, 2023 18:45 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Join us this week with special guests film critic Nathan Box and comedian Anthony Singleton as we talk movies, some Oscars, Will Smith and even Bill Cosby. When does the person steal from the art form.  As always, check out all our socials and don't hesitate to let us know your thoughts!

The QueerCentric EP21: Body Image, Promoting Self Acceptance

January 21, 2023 18:09 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

Join this amazing discussion with special guests John Brennan and Lara Estaris as we discuss what it was like doing the holiday body positivity photo shoot together and how it became more than we imagined. John and Jonny even signed some special prints from the shoot that day!  Want one?

The QueerCentric EP20 – Representation Matters: How Do You Show Up?

January 16, 2023 16:46 - 53 minutes - 47.2 MB

Join host Jonathan Shuffield and the team as we talk about this important subject with special guest Corey Fortune and recording artist Johnny Manuel.  We will talk about Johnny's new EP, Younger Skin, and how it directly relates to showing up as his true self!  Don't Miss It!

The QueerCentric EP19: The Evolution of Queer Identity.....

January 07, 2023 17:59 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Join host Jonathan Shuffield with special guests Ian Sullivan and C.S. Lawrence as they discuss the constant evolution of Queer identity.  

The QueerCentric EP18: Holiday Fun, Mad Libs, Trivia and Laughs

December 25, 2022 18:14 - 51 minutes - 45.4 MB

Join us in the salon this week as we hang out with comedian Josiah Carlson and just relax with games a laughter.  It's a fun time inside!

The QueerCentric EP17: JK Rowling, Queer Hollywood Representation, and So Much More!

December 17, 2022 18:06 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Join us in the salon this week with special guests Anthony Singleton and Victoria Day!  We talk about everything from J.K. Rowling to the gays in mainstream Hollywood movies, to safe spaces for everyone.  Join the conversation!  www.thequeercentric.com  

The QueerCentric Sketch Show: Blank Fitness!

December 17, 2022 17:28 - 3 minutes - 4.08 MB

The dream gym!  Join Blank Fitness Today!  (written by Jonathan Shuffield   voice actors: Jonathan Shuffield and Tom Campbell)   New shows and sketches release every Tuesday at www.thequeercentric.com   

The QueerCentric EP16: The Supremes, Hateful Apps, and A Bit of Hope

December 11, 2022 02:36 - 57 minutes - 49.5 MB

Join us in the Salon with Dave McMillin and Barb Silvey as we get riled up and passionate about this weeks topics.  Don't miss our latest sketch either, Tom Campbell and I have too much fun.  

The QueerCentric Sketch Show:The All New MAN Truck

December 10, 2022 22:04 - 2 minutes - 2.68 MB

Sketch written by Leonardo Poareo and Jonathan Shuffield.  Starring: Tom Campbell and Jonathan Shuffield  

The QueerCentric EP15:

December 03, 2022 20:01 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Welcome to the Salon with special guests C.S. Lawrence and Chris Jessop! We chat it up about the Netflix show Wednesday, fake controversies, hate speech in the U.K. and there's a fun new skit in there!  Oh and Jonny and Tom are there too!

The QueerCentric Sketch Show: My Gay Brother!

December 03, 2022 19:13 - 2 minutes - 3.05 MB

Jason isn't sure what to expect after his brother just came out to him.  His imagination goes a bit crazy.  Starring: Jonathan Shuffield, Chris Jessop, and Tom Campbell.  Written by Jonathan Shuffield

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