The Daily Beast’s Post

Hello, My life partner recently wrote a song BAN THE BULLET with Grammy winner Bob Morrison. It was her song that inspired my screenplay- BAN THE BULLET which has been awarded Best Screenplay in ten festivals. Here is a recent LA review: "The premise of this story explores several powerful themes, including the impact of trauma, interracial relationships, gun violence, toxic masculinity, and LGBTQ+ identity. The central message is one of resilience in the face of adversity, emphasizing the need for societal change and acceptance. These themes are delivered with a mix of subtlety and directness, allowing viewers to engage with the narrative on both emotional and intellectual levels. The characters' experiences and challenges serve as vehicles for conveying these themes, making them relatable and thought-provoking." I know you will love BAN THE BULLET. I can email it as a PDF attachment. My email address is gogometsy69@gmail.com.  You can hear the song/video on YouTube- search- ban the bullet spivey. I have permission to use the song, and it is part of the screenplay. I am seeking a producer or agent or manager. I am open to an option. Salvatore Klezmer Riggio

Three book-to-stage adaptations shine a light on our collective conscience and how we grapple with humankind's worst traits. My first op-ed for Q.Digital/LGBTQ Nation. 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️

Recognizing and Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Excellence in Acting. The entertainment industry has seen tremendous strides in LGBTQIA+ representation, and talented actors have played a vital role in driving this progress. Our LGBTQIA+ Education Hub, Explore, features the Top 20 famous queer actors, highlighting their achievements and contributions to the community. Here are a few examples: 1️⃣Sir Ian McKellen: A legendary actor and champion for LGBTQIA+ rights, Sir Ian's career is marked by powerful performances and unwavering advocacy. 2️⃣Ellen DeGeneres: A household name, Ellen's courage in coming out publicly paved the way for greater LGBTQIA+ visibility, inspiring countless individuals. 3️⃣Luke Evans: This versatile actor tackles diverse roles with depth and complexity, challenging stereotypes and fostering positive representation. 4️⃣Ricky Martin: A global music icon, Ricky Martin leverages his platform to advocate for LGBTQIA+ equality and celebrate his family, contributing to greater acceptance. Explore delves into the stories and contributions of these actors, along with many others. By learning about their journeys and impact, we can continue to foster a more inclusive and representative industry. https://lnkd.in/erR7-YMC #LGBTQIA #representationmatters #lgbtqiaactors #explorewithpubliclyprivate #diversityandinclusion

Today's episode of #GenderIdentityWeekly features the #TransFaeriePrince himself: Kaedyn Nedopak ! We talk about #magic, the 80s...oh, and how #Hollywood can't cast #transgender people. https://lnkd.in/gmaU8pRr #lgbtq #GenderIdentityToday

Latest blog: Being Authentic is a Continuous Practice, Not Just One Day Embracing authenticity is not merely beneficial; it's transformative. Actual communities can be profoundly impacted by individuals who courageously lead by example. Link: https://wix.to/rgDyk7w #newblogpost #mentalhealth #authenticity #community #advocacy #LGBTQ #ontario #kingston

Storytelling isn’t just a form of entertainment. For George M. Johnson, writing has the power to change lives. The award-winning Black non-binary author was named to the TIME100 Next, TIME‘s annual list of rising stars, and Out’s 100 Most Influential LGBTQ+ People. Their New York Times bestselling memoir, All Boys Aren’t Blue, is a powerful recounting of George’s adolescence growing up as a young Black queer boy in New Jersey. In this quote, George emphasizes the incredible power of storytelling, and how it opens paths for others to live their life more authentically. In talks, they illuminate issues that Black queer people still face today—like toxic masculinity, LGBTQIA+ policy and law, and intersections of oppression—and how these issues play out in communities on the ground. With honesty and openness, they show us how we have the power to create a world where all young people are free to be fully themselves. To learn more about George or to book them for your next event, check out their speaking page here: https://lnkd.in/gP7hgXQZ

Is the method to becoming who we are and expressing it eloquently in our lives the same as #madness? Today's episode with Karen Anne Coccioli is a singular answer. https://lnkd.in/gHEekp5S #gender #identity #lgbtq #GenderIdentityToday

Today, we celebrate Chella Man, a deaf, transgender, Jewish and Chinese model, painter, performer, producer and sculptor. Chella is an activist and speaker, sharing their insight on the intersection of disability, race, gender, and queerness across many public forums including TEDx, DC Public Library’s Celebrating Pride, the Tamron Hall Show, and the keynote address at Penn State’s Pride Month celebration. Across a multidisciplinary practice, Man emphasizes joy as a tool of activism, a defense against harmful discourses and exploitative practices imposed on disabled and trans communities. Rather than centering struggle or trauma, they foreground pleasure, abundance, curiosity, and care as a radical path forward. Much of Man’s work is shared through publicly accessible social-media channels, allowing them to circumvent the typical tradeoffs and buy-ins of mass media to reach a broad audience. Man populates the media landscape with abundant depictions of an empowered self, proudly fluid and deeply rooted in resilient communities. #DisabilityRights #Pride #LGBTQHistory