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This Queer Book Saved My LifeThe Gaily Show: Rehearsals for Dying - Digressions on Love and CancerA new episode of This Queer Book Saved My Life drops next week on April 1st! In our off weeks, we air a recent episode of The Gaily Show which John hosts for AM950 Radio. The Gaily Show is one of the only daily LGBTQ news and talk shows in the country.In this episode, I'm talking with Ariel Gore about her new book Rehearsals for Dying: Digressions on Love and Cancer. It’s a memoir of gay marriage and a searing critique of the for-profit breast cancer industry.Watch on YouTube...2025-03-2547 min
SteamyStoriesJenna’s Cousin Mia: Part 2She's had the organist. Now she wants the Vicar.A Series in 17 parts, by Blacksheep. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories. Mia weakly raised her hand and switched off the shower."That was amazing, Gordy-pie. Organists really are good with their hands!"2025-03-0600 min
lo spaghettinotarot/mia lettura all signs 2025Buon annoLettura al solo scopo di intrattenimento. La clip musicale è "Reet Petite" cantata da Jackie Wilson (autori Berry Gordy, Billy Davis e Gwen Gordy Fuqua, etichetta Brunswick, 1958 all rights reserved)2024-12-2714 minThis Queer Book Saved My LifeLove Me Tender with Chloé CaldwellHow do you go on in life after losing a child who is still alive?Today, Chloé Caldwell returns to the podcast! But this time, we talk about the queer book that saved her life: Love Me Tender by Constance Debré.Chloé is the author of the national bestseller, Women (Harper Perennial, 2024). Chloé’s next book, Trying, is forthcoming from Graywolf, on August 5th, 2025. She is also the author of the books I’ll Tell You In Person (2016), The Red Zone (2022), and Legs Get Led Astray (2012).Love Me Tender is a novel of lesbian...2024-12-1039 minThis Queer Book Saved My LifeWomen with Mia Arias Tsang and Chloé CaldwellAm I the only one who feels this crazy about what's happening to me right now?Today we meet Mia Arias Tsang and we’re talking about the book that saved her life: Women by Chloé Caldwell. And Chloé joins us for the conversation!Mia is a writer, freelance editor, and former biologist based in Queens, NYC. She has conducted extensive research in evolutionary virology and epigenetics, and has studied with writers such as Chloé Caldwell, Sarah Stillman, Michael Cunningham, and Susan Choi.Chloé is the author of the national bestseller, Women (Harper Perenn...2024-10-011h 01
The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & ChatS9 Ep15 (ft. Mitchell Zhangazha): Hamilton Tour, Pacific Overtures, Mamma Mia I Have A Dream, Red Pitch, Very Very Bad Cinderella + more!Mitchell Zhangazha (Ain't Too Proud / Dear Evan Hansen) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Mitchell discuss Hamilton (UK Tour, Manchester Palace Theatre), A Very Very Bad Cinderella (The Other Palace Studio) and Pacific Overtures (Menier Chocolate Factory) as well as the latest news about Mamma Mia I Have A Dream, the WhatsOnStage Awards, Here You Come Again, Red Pitch and more. Mitchell was last on The West End Frame Show two years ago whilst he was understudying Evan and Jared in the West End production of Dear Evan Hansen (Noel Coward Theatre...2023-12-1255 min
Parables from the ProjectsGirl Dad Gang: From Incarceration to InspirationGordy and Mia connect with another Dad and Daughter—Brother Da'ee and Akiya McKnight! Brother Da’ee was formerly incarcerated and is now a Criminal Justice Advocate helping to prevent young men from going to prison and from reentering prison after they have been already. He is particularly focused on Fathers and families. Akiya McKnight is an award-winning producer and writer, changing the landscape in Hollywood. Both were driven to help others overcome their challenges to fulfill their largest dreams and give back to where they came from. Check out Mia and Gordy at par...2021-06-0749 minParables from the ProjectsParables from Dealing with the PoliceToo many names of Black men and women to count have been murdered at the hands of police at disproportionate rates. These facts have an adverse effect on the minds of Black people when they interact with any type of law enforcement. In this episode, Gordy and Mia both speak about their encounters with police, the state of the country, and more. 2020-06-1150 minParables from the ProjectsGod is Not DumbThe month is May and the year is 2020. In the midst of a pandemic, another pandemic is being exposed - one that has plagued Black people in America for over 400 years. Mia and Gordy talk about George Floyd and the protests. As promised, Gordy still takes it back to 1998, the year he married Toshua Long, and tells their love story. Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com Follow instagram.com/mia_hall19 instagram.com/gorgeousgordy9 twitter.com/projectparables2020-05-3049 minParables from the ProjectsChange is a Process, Not an EventIn the Season 3 premiere - Mia and Gordy share stories of struggle and triumph in front of a live online audience. We hear not only about their time in the 90s, but also a larger clip from our Bonus episode where we played a selection of Mike Tyson speaking about Gordy’s pickpocketing prowess. Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com Follow facebook.com/parablesfromtheprojects2020-05-2248 min
Parables from the Projects'Rona' RevelationsIn this bonus session, you'll hear a preview of what Iron Mike Tyson thought of Gordy growing up... Also, Mia and Gordy want to check in and let the listening family know about their live event coming up on Tuesday, May 19th! They also speak about what they've been doing since 'The Rona' hit the globe and celebrate the Resurrection Sunday holiday. RSVP HERE. Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com Follow @projectparables @Mia_hall19 @gorgeousgordy92020-05-1312 min
Parables from the ProjectsDouble Nickel G DayAs season 2 comes to a close, Gordy and Mia celebrate Gordy's 55th birthday! Gordy shares updates on his standup comedy tour, and Mia shares how she hung out with Oprah for a day. You also will hear a live clip from Gordy's show and Mia talks about her experience at Harry Van Arsdale, Jr. High School. Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com for more info. facebook.com/parablesfromtheprojects twitter.com/projectparables instagram.com/mia_hall19 instagram.com/gorgeousgordy92020-03-0945 min
Parables from the ProjectsWhat Changed the GameOne day changed Mia's life forever; it just so happens that it has a lot to do with her and Gordy's favorite basketball team. Mia describes her transition from Brooklyn to Queens and what opened her eyes to freedom. Mia and Gordy also shed light on a Civil Rights leader and one of the greatest advocates of human rights in our history. Check out more info at parablesfromtheprojects.com Follow us: Facebook.com/parablesfromtheprojects Twitter.com/projectparables2020-02-2522 min
Parables from the ProjectsGordy and Mia's MarathonToday, Gordy gives a recap of how his resurgence into the world of stand-up comedy - and how Nipsey Hussle's words, helped him to overcome his fears. Mia shares her origin story and pays homage her mom, aunt and grandmother who built a strong foundation for her love for learning. Find out more by tuning in! Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com Connect with us on Social Media! http://facebook.com/parablesfromtheprojects http://twitter.com/projectparables http://instagram.com/mia_hall19 http://instagram.com/gorgeousgordy9 2020-02-1127 min
Parables from the Projects#GirlDad and #Goddad - w/ Special Guest, Karen PilgrimThe news of the untimely death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and 7 of their close family friends’ death hit the world hard. Kobe’s story of how he would have five more girls because he is a ‘Girl Dad’ went viral, and Mia and Gordy can’t help but relate. Also, Karen Pilgrim, certified Vision Board Strategist, shared her compelling story of how she went from Brooklyn to around the world, teaching people how to envision and then realize their largest dreams. parablesfromtheprojects.com. Follow us: instagram.com/mia_hall19 2020-02-0250 min
Parables from the ProjectsFaithful Over FewThey're back! This week, Gordy and Mia discuss the power of putting in work and of course - taking care of what you have and being given even more. They also speak on Vector 90, Nipsey Hussle's co-working space, Bad Boys For Life, and Gordy's boss. Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com for more information. facebook.com/parablesfromtheprojects twitter.com/projectparables instagram.com/mia_hall19 instagram.com/gorgeousgordy92020-01-2131 min
Parables from the ProjectsWho's in your crew?We're still celebrating the New Year though we are taking it back to some old lessons. Gordy was in the hospital but was grateful for the amazing podcast with our special guests from our 'Live from Hollywood' episode. In celebration of National Mentoring Month, Mia takes us back to when she shared stories about the mentors she met along her journey with middle school students. Visit parablesfromtheprojects.com for more info! 2020-01-1219 min
Parables from the Projects2 College Chronicles + Dr. AR Bernard's ImpactIn this week's parables, the first of the new year and new decade (hyped), Gordy continues speaking about his time at Hunter College, still taking out the children from the projects and what he learned. With insight from college student Jalyn, Mia and Gordy give advice to college students who may be discouraged or anxious about their future. Gordy and Mia BOTH were impacted in a major way by the founder of CCC Dr. AR Bernard, Sr. and they both speak about him briefly as he is today's 'Person of the Week.' For more in...2020-01-0528 min
Parables from the Projects1 College ChroniclesContinuing the journey of Gordy and Mia from the Projects to where they are today, Gordy talks about when he moved in with Mike Tyson and how that led to him enrolling in college. Mia shares a recent surprise she received that she and Gordy are taking as a sign from God to keep going. Lastly, you'll hear about how this week's parable will encourage parents that think their words are not getting through to their children. Support the podcast by ordering merch here: https://parables-from-the-projects.myshopify.com/ Visit their site at parablesfromtheprojects.co...2019-12-2337 min
Parables from the ProjectsExodusIn this episode, recorded while Gordy was still in Los Angeles, Mia talks about how Parables helped her to have faith to go to Harvard. She and Gordy continue sharing their journey after Gordy came home from prison and Bootcamp to take care of his daughters. Gordy shares how Mickey, a bar owner in New York City, served as an ally and major help to him as he looked to continue inspiring children. Find out more about Exodus by tuning in! For more stories and info visit parablesfromtheprojects.com 2019-12-1526 min
Parables from the ProjectsFrom the Hood to HollywoodIn this episode, Gordy joins Mia in Hollywood, and then the unexpected happens, again. Right before their second live taping, Gordy is back to the same place he was before their first. Nonetheless, they have Bobby "Yay Yay" Jones, the inspiration behind Netflix's Imperial Dreams, Morehouse and USC Film School Grad Tarik Jackson, and North Philly Native and Yale grad Rhasaan Nichols. They all speak on how the hood prepared them for Hollywood and the importance of sharing their stories. 2019-12-031h 00
Parables from the ProjectsRevelationsIn this final episode for season 1, Gordy and Mia hosted a live event in front of family and friends and even had some of them join them on the show! It was a night to be remembered as Gordy, Mia, Jhanee, Indya, Charisma, Onika, Gloria and Wendy went down memory lane, speaking about what they learned from the projects as well as how it prepared them for where they are today. The video can be seen on their new website parablesfromtheprojects.com or on youtube.com/miahallsmiles. Many thanks to all who supported and came ou...2019-08-2845 min
Parables from the ProjectsGorgeous GoddaughtersThis episode is different. Gordy checks in from the hospital and Mia shares a little bit about what happened to try to almost end the podcast. This week, you will hear an unreleased episode they recorded right after Gordy's most recent birthday, where he saw his much of his New Breed crew - his goddaughters. Music from this episode is by Darius Coleman. For more information on this show and our first live event visit miahall19.com/podcast. 2019-08-1330 min
Parables from the Projects'That S#*! Don't Work'In this episode, Gordy and Mia share more about their first live event in NYC on August 19th at Brooklyn Blew Smoke! Mia shares what she's learning from David Goggins and realizes the similarities of his stories and her dad's. Gordy continues to share how shock changed his life but how Jesus not only saved his life but put people in place to teach him how to be a man. You'll have to listen to see who said the title:) We feature music from @PaulGeeTV again as well as 'You're Watching Me' from Re...2019-08-0533 min
Parables from the ProjectsGod's Plan - From Burglary to BootcampIn this episode, Mia dreams BIG. Also, Gordy speaks about second chances - which he has had 70 times over. He speaks on the unusual events that led him to go to SHOCK, a program/bootcamp that was given to him as a first-time felon as an alternative to a long prison sentence. See how this program leads him from being an aggravating adolescent to a more mature man. Get more info on Parables from the Projects at miahall19.com/podcast. Follow @parablesfromtheprojects on Instagram. 2019-07-2824 min
Parables from the ProjectsGroup Home GraceIn this episode, Mia celebrates another year around the sun and Gordy talks about the impact the Group Home made on his life and decision making. See the lessons he learns and check out the parables he shares from this critical time in his youth. Mia also shouts out her favorite human (tied with her dad). This week's music is "Grow Up" and "Let's Get It" by Paul Gee (@paultgeetv)- now available along with more hits from him on iTunes and Spotify!2019-07-2037 min
Parables from the ProjectsPickpocket ProverbsIn this episode, Gordy and Mia get real with each other. They are both a work in progress and they share decision-making processes, storytelling preferences, and of course, more about 'back in the day.' As promised, Gordy explains how Flatbush took him from amateur to professional in the pickpocketing world. Music by 'Fats The Man' - download his songs on iTunes! 2019-07-1438 min
Parables from the ProjectsWhat Happens in Pink Houses...In this episode, Gordy talks about getting on a plane for the first time in over a decade, and where his criminal career began. Mia talks about her weekend plans and also remembers growing up in Pink Houses herself. Follow @mia_hall19 and @gorgeousgordy on IG and @projectparables on Twitter. 2019-07-0442 min
Parables from the ProjectsKick the NightstandIn this episode we hear Mia and Gordy decide on music, Gordy talks about growing up in the 70s and this week's parable is 'Kick the Nightstand.' The nightstand represents mistakes in our life and the kick represents us addressing them head on (literally). We all make mistakes, but instead of just beating ourself up, we need to address (kick) the mistake, look for the lesson in it, and move on. 2019-06-2617 min
Parables from the ProjectsGenesis - In the beginning...In this edition of Parables from the Projects, Mia and Gordy introduce the series. They give their backstory as to why they started the podcast and why they believe their story can offer hope to anyone who is not feeling inspired or like they can ever get out of where they are; physically, emotionally, or spiritually. 2019-06-2014 min
The Broadway.com ShowThe Broadway.com Show - April 24, 2013The weekly news program written by and starring the editorial staff of Broadway.com! This week, theater news featuring Lindsay Mendez's "Wicked" new gig, a move for "Mamma Mia!", a Woody Allen classic heading to B'way, a "Dr. Who" favorite debuting in "Once," exciting Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards ceremony additions, a Deborah Cox hot shot, B'way stars' go-to karaoke tunes, a favorite Lin-Manuel Miranda live-tweet, Thumbs Up to a brand-new off-Broadway musical, a royal B'way Smackdown, the "Motown" cast's favorite facts about Berry Gordy, a Star of the Week who's on a trip back to Broadway and a...2013-04-2407 min