I Did Drag Makeup for the First Time with Trinity the Tuck — Here’s What I Learned
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I Did Drag Makeup for the First Time with Trinity the Tuck — Here’s What I Learned

I used to hate drag queens, which seems ironic given the fact there’s very little chance you’re currently here without knowing that I recently did drag for the first time. This experience was made all the better by the fact it was with the iconic Trinity the Tuck, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 4 who’s had a few tremendous runs throughout her time on the show.

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Justin Renaissance Encourages People to Find Their Inner Hero
Interviews, Entertainment, Lifestyle, People Andrew J. Stillman Interviews, Entertainment, Lifestyle, People Andrew J. Stillman

Justin Renaissance Encourages People to Find Their Inner Hero

In this day and age, there’s negativity everywhere you go. Everyone thinks they’re right about everything and there’s a stark divide when it comes to topics like diversity. On the flip side, there are an equal number of people working toward bringing together a bigger sense of inclusion and awareness as we move toward a broader and more accepting society.

Among those out there making a difference is Justin Renaissance, a San Diego-based pop star who oftentimes works alongside The Trevor Project to bring forward the topic of queer inclusion and self-love.

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What’s The Difference Between All of the Eclipses?
Lifestyle, Space Exploration, Interviews Andrew J. Stillman Lifestyle, Space Exploration, Interviews Andrew J. Stillman

What’s The Difference Between All of the Eclipses?

I’d heard of a lunar, a solar, and a full eclipse, and I’m sure I’ve heard of “annular” before, but I’m not always in the path of totality and don’t get to experience them as often as I would hope.

While I was at the annular event at the Fleet Science Center in San Diego, I had a chance to talk with Dave Decker, the President of the San Diego Astronomy Association, who explained everything I needed to know about eclipses.

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Patterns Director Rex Glensy on Fate Landing Him the Role
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Patterns Director Rex Glensy on Fate Landing Him the Role

Life is cyclical, and the new British anthology, Patterns, examines life’s circles through the perspective of interweaving characters throughout episodes that take on both life and LGBTQ+ themes.

Written by Asad Mughal, the eight-episode series, available on the gay streaming app Dekkoo or to purchase on Amazon Prime, is a masterclass in British humor and a unique look into what it’s like to live life as a queer person.

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Singing Through the Darkness with Mark Banks
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Singing Through the Darkness with Mark Banks

Anyone who says there’s no musical talent in Monterey, California clearly hasn’t met Mark Banks.

For Mark, music’s beckoning is more of a consistent yank than anything else. Raised in Southern California, he is no stranger to dreaming big.

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