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  • Welcome back to another episode! Today, we’re thrilled to host Kyle Krieger, a Los Angeles-based celebrity hairstylist to a beloved online personality with over 2 million followers. Kyle discusses sustainable creativity, sharing insights on how he balances his creative passions with self-care, handles burnout, and remains grounded. We also explore his advocacy for LGBTQ+ causes and his unique approach to creative projects, including his work on OnlyFans. Tune in for a candid conversation about creativity, self-love, and community connection!

    Timestamps:


    00:00:00 - Introduction 

    00:01:16 - Who the hell are you? 

    00:07:27 - Starting as a content creator 

    00:09:00 - From celebrity hair styling to content creation 

    00:11:29 - Struggling with self esteem 

    00:14:10 - Handling burnout  

    00:20:55 - Staying grounded 

    00:23:44 - Refilling your cup 

    00:25:20 - The limitations of creative projects 

    00:29:39 - Picking projects to pursue 

    00:31:36 - Queer advocacy 

    00:33:22 - Connecting with community 

    00:38:58 - Creative control and Only Fans

    00:40:41 - Committing to Only Fans

    00:45:18 - Boundaries & Only Fans

    00:47:44 - FIGHT ME!


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  • Ep. #2 In this episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I'm thrilled to welcome my fiancé and incredibly talented guest, Andrés Camilo. We’ll explore his fascinating journey from growing up in Medellín to serving as a US Army Veteran, and how he channels his experiences into his visual art and social media presence. Today, we’re tackling the complex topic of family planning—covering everything from surrogacy and adoption to the ethical and emotional aspects involved. Whether you're considering parenthood yourself or just here to learn more about Andrés, this episode is packed with insights and personal reflections. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about love, creativity, and building a future together.

    Timestamps: 


    00:01:28 - Who the hell are you? 

    00:06:18 - Andrés’ backstory and art 

    00:09:21 - Military experience 

    00:14:33 - Authenticity and social media  

    00:15:59 - Storytelling & the creative process 

    00:18:42 - Creating reels and tiktoks 

    00:20:20 - Advice for aspiring artists 

    00:21:53 - Important relationship conversations

    00:23:58 - Deciding we are ready for children 

    00:24:58 - Surrogacy

    00:32:22 - Do your research 

    00:33:26 - Interviewing with different agencies 

    00:37:14 - Ethics and communication 

    00:41:39 - The adoption process 

    00:44:57 - Matching with a birth mother

    00:46:18 - Waiting to get matched 

    00:49:36 - Preparing for parenthood

    00:50:26 - Tips for family planning

    00:53:16 - FIGHT ME! 


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  • Ep. #1 Welcome to the debut episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I’m thrilled to welcome the remarkable Dr. Eric Cervini, author of The Deviant’s War. We explore Queer American history, uncovering the pivotal figures and events that have shaped our community. Dr. Cervini shares insights from his award-winning book and Emmy-nominated docu-series, The Book of Queer. Tune in as we discuss everything from early LGBTQ+ activism to gay rights and wrongs, and discover how these moments continue to influence us today.

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    00:01:46 - Who the hell are you? 

    00:05:35 - Balancing all your career aspirations 

    00:06:37 - Dr. Eric Cervini 

    00:07:23 - From Texas to Harvard 

    00:08:22 - Spanish & french lesson 

    00:09:07 - Political activism 

    00:14:52 - Texas campaign incident 

    00:16:54 - Gay representation 

    00:19:51 - Harvey Milk 

    00:21:24 - The Mattachine Society 

    00:25:25 - The history of Pride parades 

    00:27:14 - Frank Kameny 

    00:31:45 - The Dowdy Trial

    00:36:57 - Allstora & book publishing 

    00:43:39 - The Book Of Queer 

    00:47:05 - Queer Historians

    00:49:29 - Akhnaten & gay villains  

    00:50:21 - Queer role models throughout history 

    00:54:18 - Neurodivergence throughout history 

    00:56:29 - The importance of intersectionality 

    00:58:48 - Ways to get involved 

    01:01:53 - FIGHT ME! 


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