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Speaking Out Proud13. Stand Up and Pansexuality Ft. Johanna MedrandaIn this episode Kian sits down with Johanna Medranda to discuss stand up, sexuality, and our experiences with both. You can find Johanna on instagram @johanna.medranda, facebook Johanna Medranda, and twitter @johahahanna . Also be sure check out Honorary Mentions Comedy, 313 comedy, Each Other's Mothers podcast, and The Independent Comedy Club. 2021-07-1633 minSpeaking Out Proud12. Live Episode! Where is the line?In this episode we are live at Tip Top! It features stand up from Kaira Williams. We judge other comedians Queer jokes, and give out awards. We talk with Devarron Thomas about where the line is and punching up and punching down.2021-06-2652 minSpeaking Out Proud11. The 3 D's: Denial, Dysphoria, and DsexualityIn this episode Kian is solo and talks about what he's been going through with his own sexuality. He gets into some heavy topics including denial, dysphoria, and trauma. If you're looking for something light, this episode is not the one. If you're going through similar things and want to feel less alone, this episode is the one for you.2021-06-0643 minSpeaking Out ProudEp. 10 Drag and Gender Expression Ft. Ginger AmbrosiaIn this episode Kian and Sydney are once again joined by Ginger Ambrosia to discuss drag and gender expression. We start the episode off by playing never have I ever expressed myself in this way (insert many cringey trends). We talk about how we've expressed ourselves in the past, how we do now, and how society and our labels have played into it. 2021-05-211h 02Speaking Out Proud9. Queer Sex; What Is It?! Ft. Ginger AmbrosiaIn this episode we have a special guest, our favorite drag queen, Ginger Ambrosia! We play never have I ever (the gay version), we find out Kian wants to be a Daddy, and talk about tragic sex ed experiences. We break down stereotypes by opening up about our sex lives and talking about what they consist of, and don't consist of, and what people would expect them to consist of. Ginger also shares her knowledge and experience on HIV testing, and what people who hold her job position do for the community. If you have any questions feel free...2021-05-071h 09Speaking Out Proud8. When You're Queer, You're Chosen FamilyIn this episode we start it off with playing M.A.S.H. to find out what our chosen families would be if left up to the fate of one the most iconic middle school games. We talk about about chosen family, what it means to us, and what ours look like. We also hear from some of the members of our chosen families! We end the episode by setting out on a quest to find Kian a queer bestfriend! Please rate, review, and subscribe. Follow us on twitter and instagram for more content, and send us your questions!2021-04-231h 17Speaking Out Proud7. Straightness in Regards to QueernessIn this episode we discuss trans visibility, and talk about how straightness affected us growing up, and still continues to have an effect on us now. We call up some of the straight people in our life to confront them and get apologies for the queer community. We end the episode talking about some good allies in our lives. 2021-04-021h 13
Speaking Out Proud6. We're back! a new co-host and Buttigeig on the brain.In this episode we introduce some new segments, play two truths and a lie, and interview each other. Things get deep, dark, and hilarious. Please rate, review, and subscribe! send us an email at speakingoutproudpod@gmail.com2021-03-0843 min
Where is This Going?Episode 30: Kian StraubThanks for listening! Follow Kian on Instagram and Twitter: @KianStraub and subscribe to his YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPUqBVA5ZTPzhtIqXapMyTgWe are joined this week by Grand Rapids Stand Up Comedian, Kian Straub. Kian is the host of the Tip Top Tuesday Comedy show in Grand Rapids, as well as 1/2 of the hosts of Speaking Out Proud with Sydney Smith. Kian and I talk about being trans, the journey to comedy out of necessity, the weather. Fair warning, the topic of the trans experience is very foreign to me, and so I get a...2021-03-0857 min
Speaking Out ProudSpeaking Out Proud Ft. Ginger AmbrosiaIn this episode, host Kian Straub talks to comedian and drag queen Ginger Ambrosia about what it is like coming out as a drag queen, the drag scene, and things surrounding visibility and activism.2020-06-3054 minSpeaking Out ProudSpeaking Out Proud Ft. Diana GrahamIn this episode of Speaking Out Proud, host Kian Straub talks with Detroit-area comedian Diana Graham about their experience with being gender fluid and shared experiences of being trans. 2020-06-2639 minSpeaking Out ProudSpeaking Out Proud Ft. Sydney SmithIn this episode of Speaking Out Proud, host Kian Straub talks to fellow Grand Rapids comedian Sydney Smith about what it's like to come out to family and friends, be queer in comedy, and the importance of having support systems.2020-06-1643 minSpeaking Out ProudSpeaking Out Proud Ft. Nicole MelnykIn this episode of Speaking Out Proud, host Kian Straub talks to Lansing comic Nicole Melnyk about coming out, what it's like to be queer in 2020 compared to how things used to be, and homophobia/transphobia.2020-06-1643 min
Speaking Out ProudSpeaking Out Proud Ft. Mike BooneIn this episode of Speaking Out Proud, Host Kian Straub talks with detroit-area comedian Mike Boone about what it was like figuring out his sexuality, what it is like being queer in comedy, and safe spaces.2020-06-161h 05