Rudolph wasn’t just for Christmas—he was my first gay icon
Through adversity and self-discovery, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer helped one writer in his youth find strength in being different and kinder to yourself and others.
DECEMBER 8, 2024
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Is Hollywood's Rape Culture Like a Gay Bar?
As reports of Harvey Weinstein's alleged sexual abuses come out, a USA Today contributor draws a queer comparison.
OCTOBER 16, 2017
Poppers: Indelible Piece of Gay Culture or Part of the Past?
As the U.K. snuffs out the party drug, poppers struggle to find a 21st-century audience across the pond.
MARCH 2, 2016
Scott Lively: Kevin Spacey Shows 'Pedophile Core' of Gay Culture
Yes, he went there -- but he's wrong.
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
'Rona Rave' Guest Chris Weaver Speaks Out Against Gay Cancel Culture
The former Voice contestant, also known by the drag name Nedra Belle, addressed his attendance at a controversial NYC party.
MAY 7, 2020
Love Latin American style
Gays pilot a new culture-crossing entertainment phenomenon--telenovelas.
JANUARY 5, 2007
Why I Love Fat Men
"Bears" singer Tom Goss gives the skinny on fatphobia in gay and mainstream culture.
OCTOBER 12, 2018
Everything you need to know about homonormativity – including a definition
Unpacking the dangers of homonormativity in queer communities.
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Isn't Everything Basically Appropriation of Gay Culture?
"Dieting is ours. Please stop doing it."
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Could Marriage Equality Mean the End of Gay Culture?
With growing equality — including the very real chance of national same-sex marriage rights — the connections that long brought LGBT people together are unraveling.
MAY 4, 2015
Mika Spotlights 1950s Gay Cruising Culture in 'Sanremo' Music Video
The out singer visited a time when homosexuality was illegal and underground in Western Europe.
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Queer Comics: Featuring 'Vexed Wisecracker'
Artist Mike Van Waes examines 'The Horribly Ambiguous Nature of a Gay Hang' and other tribulations of gay culture.
MARCH 31, 2014
Artist Spotlight Steve MacIsaac
Steve MacIsaac creates comics that explore contemporary gay culture, identity, and sexuality.
MAY 21, 2011
Nasty Pig's Cofounder Reflects on Love, Sex & World AIDS Day
David Lauterstein opens up about the AIDS epidemic, kink pride, and rubber chaps.
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Alex Jones: Spreading HIV Is Part of Gay Culture
No, it's not, but that doesn't keep Jones from spreading his toxic theories.
OCTOBER 10, 2017
Op-ed: The White Party and Gay Culture Need More Color
This weekend's White Party circuit event symbolizes more than hedonism, according to this writer.
APRIL 24, 2015
From 'Dark Shadows' to 'Sodomites,' This Comic Knows His Audience
Justin Sayre's career as a writer and performer encapsulates gay culture.
DECEMBER 9, 2019