Profiles
Terry Vo: Empowering Youth
Terry Vo’s Nashville story begins in an unexpected way – working for the Japanese government, the first foreign government to hold a consulate in Tennessee.
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Abby Rubenfeld: A Lifelong Champion for Inclusion
Looking back over Abby Rubenfeld’s life, it’s no surprise why she became a de facto leader of the LGBT+ equal rights charge for marriage equality — not only in Tennessee but across the country.
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Community
Giving Animals a New Leash on Life
NLOL’s combined programs help over 5,000 animals a year. The life-changing work they’re able to do is made possible by the community. “#ItTakesAVillage is my most used hashtag because it’s true. We couldn’t do this without the community,” says Chapman.
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Nashville Recovery Center: Radical Inclusivity
Luckily for Middle Tennessee, we have a few inclusive centers and the Nashville Recovery Center (NRC) is one of these. They offer inpatient and outpatient treatment along with community events open to everyone.
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Financial Crisis in the Midst of a Pandemic
Here in Middle Tennessee, many residents have been hit hard financially by either the devastation of the March tornadoes, the COVID-19 healthcare crisis, or some by both. We spoke with Redstone Financial Credit Union to get some tips for staying afloat financially if you have lost your job due to COVID-19 business closures.
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Tituss Burgess’ Future Classic Dance Anthem ‘Dance M.F.’ Out Now
“‘Dance M.F.’ was born out of the panic I felt at the onset of the global crisis that has all of us in isolation. It was written for me – until I realized I wasn’t the only one that needed to hear it.”
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Inclusive Comedy: Third Coast Comedy Club Keeps Nashville Locals of All Kinds Entertained
Nashville has no shortage of venues to display local music talent. However, this isn’t the only talent that exists in Music City. Comedy is another source of entertainment for Nashvillians, and what better venue than Third Coast Comedy Club for local folks to perform.
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The Unlikely History of a Gay Porn Landmark
An interview with Rachel Mason, whose new documentary, “Circus of Books,” is now on Netflix.
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Pride Journey: Aspen Gay Ski Week
For years I’ve heard about Aspen Gay Ski Week, but it wasn’t until this year that I decided to take the journey out to Colorado and experience the event for myself. Now in its 43rd year, Aspen Gay Ski Week attracts guests from around the country and possibly around the world.
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Pride Journey: Wichita, Kansas
In addition to planes, Wichita is also known for its weather. I know this may sound strange, but I was really hoping to witness some intense storms. Kansas lies in tornado alley, so I was in full storm-chaser mode..
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Pride Journey: Columbus, Ohio
If you are looking for an easy, affordable and fun city to visit, check out Columbus. You may be surprised at what this city has to offer, and you may keep coming back to experience its warmth and hospitality.
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