I live my life by two mottos: “Be an unapologetic, bad bitch,” and “Be the woman and person you’ve always needed in life.” I am a strong, confident, and bold Black trans woman who is not afraid to embrace the intersectionality of her identity; one who is unafraid to take the road less traveled and to be a trailblazer.…
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Episode 29: Making Non-Binary History
Posted on June 7, 2019The Veer Queer team sits down with Mike Webb, first-ever Pride Houston Non-Binary Grand Marshal, to talk grassroots political change, their journey coming out as genderqueer, and Pride inclusivity.…
Episode 28: Bryan Washington Has A ‘Lot’ To Say About Houston
Posted on May 25, 2019Veer Queer sits down with QPOC author Bryan Washington to talk his latest book, Lot.…
2020 Democratic Presidential Contender Pete Buttigieg Meets with Communities of Color in Houston
Posted on May 7, 2019On May 4, South Bend, Indiana mayor and 2020 presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg gave an impassioned speech and posed for photos at a campaign fundraiser at Chapman & Kirby in Houston’s East Downtown. But before shaking hands with eager fans and donors at the public event, the openly gay Democratic contender sat down for an intimate, transparent conversation with some of the city’s most notable Black spiritual leaders at the private residence of Houston community leaders Vince Pryor and Alan…
Episode 27: Trans Rights in Texas
Posted on May 2, 2019In this episode of Veer Queer, Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT) Executive Director Emmett Schelling talks current proposed anti-LGBTQ bills and lege updates.…
Veer Queer Episode 26: QWOC in HTX Music
Posted on April 18, 2019In this episode, queer Black musician Rechatter Brady sits down with the Veer Queer crew to talk local music and artistry, her involvement with the T.R.U.T.H. Project, and her New Orleans roots.…
Veer Queer Episode 25: Culinary Roots of Resistance
Posted on April 5, 2019In this episode, the Veer Queer crew talks with Houston-based chef Adán Medrano about Texas indigenous cooking, the importance of food in relation to resistance, identity, and community, and his upcoming film, The Roots of Texas Mexican Food.…
Episode 25: Culinary Roots of Resistance
Posted on April 5, 2019The Veer Queer crew talks with Houston-based chef Adán Medrano about Texas indigenous cooking, the importance of food in relation to resistance, identity, and community, and his upcoming film, The Roots of Texas Mexican Food.…
HeART & Soul: 10 Years of Arts Merging and Hearts Emerging
Posted on March 28, 2019Imagine an artistic experience that instantly evokes a feeling of community. Imagine a stage on which no subject is too taboo, where no performer hides behind insecurities. Imagine an event that encourages true genuineness—free of shame, judgement, or expectation. Imagine a space where there are no demands to conform artistically, socially, or sexually; performers are fully allowed to own their individual truths. Yet, this space is not a figment of our imagination—it existed for 10 years as a monthly performance…
This Café and Bookstore is Creating Alternative Ways for QTPOC to Build Community in Dallas
Posted on March 25, 2019Oftentimes, queer community is forged at gay bars, nightclubs, or other social gatherings centered around alcohol. And if you’re a queer person of color seeking community, it can be even more challenging to find a place or event to meet others like yourself. Niecee X, a 29-year-old community organizer and artist, is trying to change the scene in Dallas by organizing QTPOC-centered open mics, intentional conversations, and dinner parties with the hope of one day opening Revolution Café and Bookstore…