Episodes
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
TQC: Jonny sits down with Recording Artist and Actor Ben Chavez
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
Join Jonny as he talks with recording artist all about the new video for his single "I Wouldn't Know Love," being a newly wed, and how he keeps focused on creating. There might even be a fun challenge thrown down that benefits us all! Give it a watch! Video Link for "I Wouldn't Know Love" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Urgr-... or visit the Ben Chavez website: www.benchavezmusic.com Or Instagram: @ben__chavez We have merch - https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-que... INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/thequeercentric TIKTOK https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeercentric FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/TheQueerCentric TWITTER https://twitter.com/thequeercentric EMAIL editor@thequeercentric.com Other shows - Mindful Mondays https://thequeercentric.com/category/... Bears of a Certain Age https://www.youtube.com/@bearsofacert...
Monday Oct 21, 2024
TQC: Jonny talks with Jared Sullivan & Stephen Lowry of ShowBoy Bake Shop
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Join the studio as Jonny talks with frequent Food Network competitors and the owners of the ShowBoy Bake Shop out of Vegas, Jared Sullivan and Stephen Lowry! We talk Food Network, Baking 101 tips, where the creative comes from and BROADWAY!! You don't want to miss this! www.thequeercentric.com @thequeercentric on IG and Facebook
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Sunday Dec 10, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 60: Josh Cozart
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with Portland's KOIN weatherman Josh Cozart to chat about visibility and living out loud, being so authentic and open in media! Catch his very entertaining instagram @joshcozartwx
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 58: John Hernandez of Bear World Magazine
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with the groundbreaking magazine and editor-in-chief, John Hernandez, of Bear World Magazine to chat about creating a space for a tribe, what it was like to find himself in a world with one image of gay men and the ever-evolving world of Bears. It's gonna be good!
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
PARENTAL ADVISORY: Join Jonny and his panel of Queer Readers (Ian Kelly, Andrew Mark Carlos and Dave Walton) as they discuss their experiences reading the book BoySlut by Zachary Zane. There is far too much to discuss in one episode, but tune in and BUY THE BOOK!
Monday Nov 13, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 56: Recording Artist Queen Sir JET
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Join the conversation as Jonny gets to sit down with recording artist Queen Sir JET. We talk about everything from her newest single "Male Femininity" to why the heteronormative world can be so stifling to finding confidence as you embrace who you truly are. Oh, and Jonny is determined to make Christian Siriano take note of this new muse!
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 55: Abbey Crawford
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with Abbey Crawford to discuss creativity as we get older, owning yourself without apology and finding your own balance.
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 54: Author Matthew Pippin - Nine Strangers
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Join Jonny on this Halloween show to talk with new author Matthew Pippin about his debut novel, Nine Strangers. A bit of mystery, a touch of trauma and a heap of who done it! This is a GREAT READ!!
Monday Oct 23, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 53: Duck E. Loveless (Your Emotional Support Clown)
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with the Northwest's only emotional support clown, Duck E. Loveless! This amazing performance artist talks all about the intersection of drag and clownery, the beginning of their journey and even....did you know you can be a licensed clown? There's a lot here, so sit back, put your makeup on and let's GO!
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 52: Jeremy Whittington
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
We are BACK at Lunarium in Spokane, WA with special guest Jeremy Whittington! Grab some tea, sit back and get to know this creative powerhouse. We all have a story, a path that leads us where we are at this moment, and every story is worthy. As Jonny always says "If our voices held no power, they wouldn't try to silence us, indeed the most powerful weapons any of us have are the breath in our lungs and the stories we possess. Tell your story."
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 49: Jonathan Slavin
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
Jonny sits down with actor Jonathan Slavin to chat about being a working actor during the strike, living an authentic and outspoken life and his new play Freud On Cocaine, the new comedy by Howard Skora! You know it's good in here!
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 48: Comedian Jared Lyons-Wolf
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with the hilarious Jared Lyons-Wolf at Spokane's own late-night tea house, LUNARIUM! A little experiment to record out and about and talk to this man about all things comedy. It's fun, it's frivolous, it's queer! Listen in!
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 47: The BoySlut Interview Author Zachary Zane
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
That's right, you've been waiting and finally, it is here. Listen in as Jonny sits down with the author and sex columnist, Zachary Zane, to talk about his amazingly candid book BoySlut. Let's start deconstructing the shame narrative around our bodies and sex, may Zachary lead us into a better future :) Buy the book NOW :)
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 46: Recording Artist Ben Chavez
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Pull up a chair and listen in as Jonny sits down with singer/songwriter, producer, and actor Ben Chavez as we talk about his new music, the art of storytelling in his songwriting, and his decision to tell a queer love story so openly. It doesn't get better than this. (Find Ben Chavez at BenChavezMusic.com or on Instagram @ben_chavez)
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 45: Melissa Berry Trending Northwest Magazine
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
Melissa Berry, editor-in-chief and co-owner of Trending Northwest Magazine, sits down with Jonny to talk about starting a magazine, being a badass woman, lifting up marginalized voices ......oh and would Oprah say &*%#? You know it's good!
Monday Aug 21, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 44: Ian Kelly
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Come into the studio as Jonny sits down with radio personality Ian Kelly to talk about Gays In Media. What has been the evolution of Gays In Media? And then they end it talking about Underwear Do's and Don'ts. Seems to be how most of Jonny's conversations go! Makes sense. LISTEN NOW!
Saturday Aug 12, 2023
The QueerCentril EP43: Artist Jansen Niccals
Saturday Aug 12, 2023
Saturday Aug 12, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with queer artist Jansen Niccals to chat about his art, the intersection of art and sexuality and the importance of creativity to joy.... and wherever else our rainbow road takes us. You know it's good
Sunday Aug 06, 2023
The QueerCentric EP42: The Mom Brigade
Sunday Aug 06, 2023
Sunday Aug 06, 2023
Have you ever seen the Free Mom Hugs group at Pride Festivals, or heard stories of parents trying to understand their queer children? The parents are real, the myths are true! Join Jonny as he sits down with a group of fierce moms that we like to call The Mom Brigade. Trudi Beckett, Michelle White and Jessica Kaminski get real and honest talking about their one goal, just to love their kids in a world that sometimes feels stacked against them. DON'T MISS THIS!
Saturday Jul 29, 2023
The QueerCentric EP41: Holly Meginniss Building Your Mental Health Tool Box
Saturday Jul 29, 2023
Saturday Jul 29, 2023
Join us in the studio as Jonny sits down with counselor Holly Meginniss as we chat about mental health, finding your personal cheerleaders and building a kick-ass coping toolbox!
Monday Jul 24, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 40: Mama Ocean Talks Finding a Way that is True To You
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
A healer, a teacher, a creator, an actor, and a conduit of light; join Jonny as he sits down with Mama Ocean. We talk about avenues of healing and growth outside of what is considered mainstream in our culture. Get ready to expand your mind!
Friday Jul 14, 2023
The QueerCentric EP39: Recording Artist Tom Goss!
Friday Jul 14, 2023
Friday Jul 14, 2023
Jonny is excited to welcome singer/songwriter Tom Goss to talk about his 9th studio album, "Remember What It Feels Like" and talk about being so vulnerable on his records......and how obvious it is that Jonny is crushing hard on his friend. Awkward and fun, that's our brand!
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 38: Here For Herevia
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
We recorded this episode during Pride Month. Catch this interview with openly queer candidate for City Council, Esteban Herevia. Choose the leaders in your town, every election matters, especially the local ones. Glad we got to sit down with this candidate and discuss the heart, the passion and the ideas he wants to bring to the table. Worth a listen.
Monday Jul 03, 2023
The QueerCentric EP37: The QueerCentric Gets Kinky
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Join Jonny as he takes YOUR questions to the experts and learns all you want to know about the Fetish Life and all things Queer and Kinky! With special guests, sex and relationship therapist Damon L. Jacobs and proprietors of Atomic Threads Boutique and The Haus of Debauchery, Madam Stina Rae and Mister Stina Rae. Is it me or is it getting hot in here?
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
The QueerCentric: Dungeons & Drag Queens!
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with comedian Paul Curry and musician Carson Cutter as they bring their show Dungeons & Drag Queens to Spokane's Bing Crosby Theater! Listen in as Jonny gets to sit down with them in the green room before their first show!
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
The QueerCentric EP36: Space Queers Pride Spectacular
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Join Jonny as he sits down with queer comedians Camrynne Sullivan and Jared Lyons-Wolf as we talk about everything from The Little Mermaid to coming out as a comedian to Freddy Mercury's cats! Catch their live show on June 29th, Space Queers Pride Spectacular, listen for details!
Monday Jun 19, 2023
The QueerCentric EP35: Summer Reading Anyone? It’s EDWARD MISKIE!
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Join Jonny on his Summer Reading journey as he welcomes Author, Producer, Actor, Artist, Human,.... Cancer Survivor…..Edward Miskie to talk about his book "Cancer, Musical Theatre, & Other Chronic Illnesses" Marking his 10 year anniversary cancer free! He unflinchingly shares the medical and mental and self-evolving journey that few really talk about.
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
The QueerCentric Theatre Interviews: Aladdin
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Join us as we have the chance to speak with Ben Chavez who plays Omar in the live stage version of Disney's Aladdin! Then find him on YouTube and Instagram to follow this awesome talent!
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 34: HAPPY PRIDE MONTH
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
Join the conversation with special guests Corey Fortune and Jennifer Simmons as we talk about Pride memories, Pride WHY and I'm pretty sure someone mentioned a sex dungeon? www.thequeercentric.com
Saturday Jun 03, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 33: Atomic Threads proprietor Madam Stina Rae
Saturday Jun 03, 2023
Saturday Jun 03, 2023
Join us with our special guest Madam Stina Rae as we talk about her business, Atomic Threads, the joys of kink, and expanding the minds of the World! You know it's fun in here!
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
Who doesn't LOVE a good collab/mash-up?!? The Left of Str8 Show brings Jonny from The QueerCentric on for the Rainbow Rundown! Get your fill of all the T and News worthy of some queer ears! Go on, PRESS PLAY NOW!
Sunday May 14, 2023
The QueerCentric EP31: Mental Health Awareness!
Sunday May 14, 2023
Sunday May 14, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but EVERY day is a day to speak about it and to check in with ourselves. We chat with mental health professional, Holly Meginniss, and Tanner Roberts, a community member who has chosen to be very transparent about his own mental health journey. Oh and we talk about creepy whales asleep and good underwear choices......so a typical show!
Saturday May 13, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 30: Healing Through Pride with Mama Ocean and Matt Danielson
Saturday May 13, 2023
Saturday May 13, 2023
Join us as we gear up for PRIDE month and we chat about the importance of Pride, why it is still relevant and needed today and how it can be a tool for healing. Matt Danielson heads up the board of Spokane Pride and Mama Ocean is a healing and vibrant voice in the community at large. You know it's going to be a great conversation here!
Saturday Apr 08, 2023
Saturday Apr 08, 2023
The title says it all, Jonny is joined by recording artist David Hernandez. They talk about his new album "Don't @ Me" the new video for single "When it Rains it Pours" and navigating life while focused on staying mentally well. Listen NOW
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 28: Queer TV Baby!
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Join Jonny as he talks with stars of the new Dekkoo.com series, Marriage of Inconvenience, Jason T. Gaffney and David Allen Singletary! They laugh, they bond...and Jonny tries to get them to film in the Northwest! Be sure to tune into Marriage of Inconvenience on Dekkoo..com on April 6th!
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 27: Finding and Building Community Around You
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
Join Jonny as he speaks with Ryan Lewis about finding and building a community around you. How do you spark joy? Is your reflex to first criticize or to support another? Sound off!
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
The QueerCentric EP26: Words
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
Join Jonny as he speaks with screenwriter Mikayla Daniels about the power of words. From the words you speak, the words you surround yourselves with, the words planted into soil of your psyche, words rule our world in powerful ways. Time to get deep with The QueerCentric!
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
The QueerCentric EP25: Working for Community
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Join us in studio as Jonny chats with community activists Abbey Crawford and Grant Ogren about working for the community. The challenges, successes and how to avoid burn out! Check it Out
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
The QueerCentric BROADWAY!: Dear Evan Hansen
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Join Jonny as he interviews Lili Thomas and Alaina Anderson from the touring company of Dear Evan Hansen the Tony and Grammy winning musical! If you are in Spokane on the week of March 14 thru the 19th be sure to head out to the First Interstate Center for the Arts and catch the show, order tickets online at broadwayspokane.com
Friday Feb 24, 2023
The QueerCentric: SPECIAL INTERVIEW
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
We interrupt our regular schedule podcast to being you a special interview just before our LIVE event. Daniel the intern turns the tables and interviews Jonny about the whats and whys of the LIVE show. Listen here!
Saturday Feb 11, 2023
The QueerCentric EP 24:THE SEX SHOW
Saturday Feb 11, 2023
Saturday Feb 11, 2023
Join us with special guest Sex and Relationship Therapist Damon L. Jacobs as we answer listener questions about sex! It's fun AND informative. Find his books on Amazon and follow his show Tub Talks at www.tubtalkswithdamon.com
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
The QueerCentric EP23: Artists on Artists, Standing up as Queer Artists
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Jump in the studio with Jonny and guests; filmmaker Mikayla Daniels and artist Matt Schwenk. We talk the importance of art to a society, being an independent artist and how tempting OnlyFans is at times and standing tall as a queer artist! It's never boring in here!
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
The QueerCentric EP22: Movies, Will Smith and even some Bill Cosby Talk
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
Join us this week with special guests film critic Nathan Box and comedian Anthony Singleton as we talk movies, some Oscars, Will Smith and even Bill Cosby. When does the person steal from the art form. As always, check out all our socials and don't hesitate to let us know your thoughts!
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
The QueerCentric EP21: Body Image, Promoting Self Acceptance
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Join this amazing discussion with special guests John Brennan and Lara Estaris as we discuss what it was like doing the holiday body positivity photo shoot together and how it became more than we imagined. John and Jonny even signed some special prints from the shoot that day! Want one?
Monday Jan 16, 2023
The QueerCentric EP20 – Representation Matters: How Do You Show Up?
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Join host Jonathan Shuffield and the team as we talk about this important subject with special guest Corey Fortune and recording artist Johnny Manuel. We will talk about Johnny's new EP, Younger Skin, and how it directly relates to showing up as his true self! Don't Miss It!
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
The QueerCentric EP19: The Evolution of Queer Identity.....
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Join host Jonathan Shuffield with special guests Ian Sullivan and C.S. Lawrence as they discuss the constant evolution of Queer identity.
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
The QueerCentric EP18: Holiday Fun, Mad Libs, Trivia and Laughs
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
Join us in the salon this week as we hang out with comedian Josiah Carlson and just relax with games a laughter. It's a fun time inside!
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
The QueerCentric EP17: JK Rowling, Queer Hollywood Representation, and So Much More!
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Join us in the salon this week with special guests Anthony Singleton and Victoria Day! We talk about everything from J.K. Rowling to the gays in mainstream Hollywood movies, to safe spaces for everyone. Join the conversation! www.thequeercentric.com
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
The QueerCentric Sketch Show: Blank Fitness!
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
The dream gym! Join Blank Fitness Today! (written by Jonathan Shuffield voice actors: Jonathan Shuffield and Tom Campbell) New shows and sketches release every Tuesday at www.thequeercentric.com
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
The QueerCentric EP16: The Supremes, Hateful Apps, and A Bit of Hope
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Join us in the Salon with Dave McMillin and Barb Silvey as we get riled up and passionate about this weeks topics. Don't miss our latest sketch either, Tom Campbell and I have too much fun.
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
The QueerCentric Sketch Show:The All New MAN Truck
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Sketch written by Leonardo Poareo and Jonathan Shuffield. Starring: Tom Campbell and Jonathan Shuffield