Interview with psychotherapist Alan Tweedy from the Gay and Lesbian Counseling Service, 1986 December 29
Tweedy, Alan; Gay and Lesbian Counseling Service; HIV/AIDS; AIDS education; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on December 29, 1986, host Peter Stickel interviews psychotherapist Alan Tweedy from the Gay and Lesbian Counseling Service in Boston. Alan describes the services offered through this fully-licensed mental health service organization. Gay and Lesbian Counseling Service in Boston opened in 1971. The two also discuss the portrayal of AIDS in the media and AIDS education.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1986-12-29
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Boston City Councilor David Scondras, 1987 January 10
Scondras, David; Civil rights (LGBTQ); Boston. City Council; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 10, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Boston City Councilor David Scondras. Scondras was Boston's first openly gay City Councilor. In this interview he discusses a sex scandal involving two of his aides. They also discuss gay rights, the Coors boycott, gay youth, and many other issues related to Boston's LGBTQ community in 1986.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-01-10
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Mary Ann Duddy, president of Dignity Boston, 1987 January 18
Duddy, Mary Ann; Roman Catholics (LGBTQ); Dignity; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 18, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Mary Ann Duddy, the president of Dignity Boston. Dignity is the national organization of LGBTQ Catholics, and was founded in 1969. The Boston chapter of Dignity had been around for 14 years at the time of this interview and had over 200 members. Duddy speaks about the mission of the organization, why LGBTQ people choose to remain Catholic, opposition to homosexuality by the Vatican, and job discrimination against LGBTQ people.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-01-18
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Tom Sinclair and Patty Luccia from the New Alliance Party, 1987 February 15
Luccia, Patty; Sinclair, Tom; Political parties; New Alliance Party; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on February 15, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Tom Sinclair and Patty Luccia from the New Alliance Party, which Stickel initially calls the National Alliance Party. According to Sinclair and Luccia, the New Alliance Party is the only black-led, pro-gay political party in the country and represents poor people, Black and Latino people, LGBTQ people, and those who don't feel represented by the Democratic Party.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-02-15
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Lisa Hershkop from Gay Community News. 1987 March 29
Hershkop, Lisa; Gay community news; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 29, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Lisa Hershkop, who is also known as "Hershey," from Gay Community News (GCN). They discuss the history of the newspaper, the tone of the stories GCN covers, and the expansion from a local to a national LGBTQ newspaper. GCN was holding a fundraiser to move from their current space; Hershkop talks about her role in the Gay Cabaret fundraiser and the performers were expected to participate. The two also discuss the lesbian community, pornography, and the slideshow Hershey made for the fundraiser.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-03-29
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Boston City Councilor David Scondras, 1987 April 5
Scondras, David; Civil rights (LGBTQ); Boston. City Council; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 5, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Boston City Councilor David Scondras. Scondras was Boston's first openly gay City Councilor. Stickel asks Scondras about Boston politics, religion and politics, the justice system, the state, and the nation. They talk about the upcoming election for Scondras, the AIDS crisis in Boston, the Coors boycott, Supreme Court rulings against gays, and the political process.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-04-05
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Larry King, president of Fresh Pond Travel, 1987 June 1
King. Larry; Gay travelers; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on June 1, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Larry King of Fresh Pond Travel. Fresh Pond Travel specializes in gay travel, with a 40% gay clientele. Stickel and King discuss popular gay destinations and other gay travel news.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-06-01
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Ken Smith, hotline coordinator for AIDS Action Committee, 1987 July 26
Smith, Ken; HIV/AIDS; AIDS education; AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on July 26, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Ken Smith, hotline coordinator for the AIDS Action Committee. The hotline is a place where people can get information, referrals, and find friendship. They have 3 to 4 volunteers operating the phones at the hotline. Most of the callers are heterosexual, and are equally male and female. Callers regularly have concerns about themselves and AIDS, and also about people they know who have recently been diagnosed. They receive over 5,000 phone calls a month.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-07-26
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-026_19870726
Interview with Rudy Kikel, arts and entertainment editor for Bay Windows, 1987 September 6
Kikel, Rudy; Bay windows; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on September 6, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Rudy Kikel, arts and entertainment editor for Bay Windows. Rudy Kikel talks about how he came to work at Bay Windows, a Boston-based LGBTQ weekly newspaper, as well as his role at the paper and his poetry writing.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-09-06
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Gary Dotterman about the Civil Rights march in Washington, D.C., 1987 September 21
Dotterman, Gary; National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights (2nd : 1987 : Washington, D.C.); Civil Rights (LGBTQ); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on September 21, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Gary Dotterman about the Civil Rights March on Washington (the Second National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights). Gary Dotterman worked at the time in the office of Boston City Councilor David Scondras. He talks about his political agenda for the lesbian and gay community and events related to the March in October of 1987. Dotterman worked to organize the civil disobedience demonstration, scheduled for October 13, 1987.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-09-21
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-028_19870921
Interview with gay artist and mime Jim Vetter, 1987 October 11
Vetter, Jim; Theatre (LGBTQ); Mime; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on October 11, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews gay mime artist Jim Vetter. Jim is also a magician, play director, television talk show host, teen theater troop leader, and radio dramatist. Jim talks about his work in the theater, some of his past and current pieces, and issues related to being an out artist.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-10-11
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with flutist Fenwick Smith from the Boston Symphony Orchestra, 1987 October 25
Smith, Fenwick; Boston Symphony Orchestra; Flute players; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on October 25, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews flutist Fenwick Smith from the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The two discuss the flute and Smith's most recent concerts. Smith talks about being openly gay in the classical music world, noting that the Boston Symphony Orchestra is a fairly conservative organization. They discuss other musicians who are openly gay, both contemporary and historical. Smith has an upcoming free performance of the Songs of Bilitis, which have a lesbian theme. The recording of Boston's Other Voice opens and closes with musical pieces.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-10-25
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with attorney Katherine Triantafillou, 1987 November 8
Triantafillou, Katherine; Shannon, James; Civil Rights (LGBTQ); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on November 8, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews attorney Katherine Triantafillou about issues of abuse. Triantafillou talks about the differences between physical and emotional abuse in relationships and that they apply to both LGBTQ and heterosexual relationships. Triantafillou praises the current Massachusetts Attorney General James Shannon for his support of gay civil rights in the workplace. They also discuss the recent discrimination against gay and lesbian foster parenting in Massachusetts. Triantafillou discusses how it is difficult to work both within the legal system and outside it.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-11-08
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Michael Rosetti from the Chiltern Mountain Club, 1987 December 20
Rosetti, Michael; Chiltern Mountain Club; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on December 20, 1987, host Peter Stickel interviews Michael Rosetti, senior member of the executive committee of the Chiltern Mountain Club. The club is an outdoor organization that sponsors outdoor activities for LGBTQ community members. The club has about 900 members and is 80% male and 20% female members. The club also organizes fundraisers like Contra dances and theater parties.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-12-20
Stickel, Peter
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Don Latulippe interviews Peter Stickel and Hera Klein about the upcoming Holistic Health Conference in Boston, 1987 January 14
Stickel, Peter; Klein, Hera; Self-care, Health; Holistic medicine; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 14, 1987, host Don Latulippe interviews Peter Stickel and Hera Klein about an upcoming conference in Boston called Getting Well, Staying Healthy. This is a holistic health conference for those concerned about AIDS. The conference offers practical strategies for building health and a positive way of going about building a better life for oneself. Both interviewees are practitioners of the SOMA approach to massage, which focuses on neuromuscular integration, relieving tension and reshaping the body's fascia. The conference focuses on physical, spiritual, mental health, nutrition, body work medicine, attitude, and movement. This interview may have been recorded in 1986, as the interview refers to 1985 as "last year." The date is also confusing, as Peter Stickel is typically the host of Boston's Other Voice.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987-01-14
Latulippe. Don
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Interview with Chris Renn and Steven Levine from the Freedom Trail Band, 1988 January 24
Renn, Chris; Levine, Steven; Freedom Trail Band (Musical group); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 24, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Chris Renn and Steven Levine from the Freedom Trail Band. Chris Renn is the Program Director and a flautist. Steven Levine is the President and plays bass drum. The Freedom Trail Band has between 30-40 members, and was formed to open the Boston Pride Parade in 1985. The band has since opened the parade the last three years and also perform in other regional pride parades as well as other concert venues. They also discuss the formation of the band, how they pick the music they will perform, their uniforms, and their upcoming concert, The Gay Composer's Concert.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-01-24
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Steve Carson, minister of the Metropolitan Community Church, 1988 January 31
Carson, Steve; Metropolitan Community Church; Gay religious groups; LGBTQ religions; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 31, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Steve Carson, Minister of the Metropolitan Community Church (MCC). The MCC is a church aimed at including the gay community. The membership was raised roughly one third Catholic, one third Protestant, and one third outside the church. The MCC tries to bring what he refers to as the "good" parts of each church together, to create a welcome place for all people to practice. The MCC was started about 20 years before this interview by Troy Perry, who is still active in the church. In the interview they talk about how the church operates, who goes to the church, and the theology of the church.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-01-31
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Ken Fish, president of Rhode Island Project AIDS, 1988 February 7
Fish, Ken; Rhode Island Project AIDS; HIV/AIDS; AIDS education; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on February 7, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Ken Fish, president of Rhode Island Project AIDS. Fish talks about the various groups and organizations for the LGBTQ community in Rhode Island and about the state's recent unsuccessful anti-discrimination act. The Rhode Island Project AIDS is the organization that Ken Fish heads, assisting with the health and life needs of people in Rhode Island living with AIDS.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-02-07
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with J. Allen Collier about the Boston Dance Community AIDS Benefit, 1988 March 6
Collier, J. Allen; HIV/AIDS; Dance; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 6, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews J. Allen Collier, producer of "Rhythms of Hope: Boston Dancers Unite Against AIDS." This is the third annual Boston Dance Community AIDS Benefit. Collier speaks about how the 30 artists were chosen, the challenges and rewards of setting up and promoting the show, and the ways this show will benefit the greater Boston AIDS community.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-03-06
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-037_19880306
Interview with Buffy Dunker about Boston's older LGBTQ community, 1988 March 20
Dunker, Buffy; Coming out; Older people (LGBTQ); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 20, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Buffy Dunker about Boston's older LGBTQ community members. Dunker, who lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a therapist, author, and advocate of coming out at any age. The interview goes into how to define "old," how Dunker got into therapy and counseling, and how she came out herself. She also discusses the advantages of being old, how she keeps active, and advice for coming out.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-03-20
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Miss Gay New England Jim Wilson, aka "Joanna James," 1988 April 4
Wilson, Jim; James, Joanna; Female impersonators; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 4, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews self-described female impersonator and Miss Gay New England Jim Wilson, aka "Joanna James." Wilson describes what he sees as the distinction between "cross-dressing" and female impersonation. Wilson also describes how he developed his performing persona, how he bought his gown for Miss Gay New England at Saks Fifth Avenue, and how he began doing female impersonation.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-04-04
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Joseph Cramer, from the Body Electric School, and with Mick Hazen, 1988 April 11
Cramer, Joseph; Hazen, Mick; Body Electric School; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 11, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Joseph Cramer, founder of the Body Electric School, and an adherent of the school, Mick Hazen. The Body Electric focuses on celebrating sexuality and helping people experience Taoist erotic massage, tantra, reiki, whole body orgasms, and ecstatic sex. Cramer primarily teaches group classes, but also does one-on-one sex therapy where he acts as the sex surrogate for a partner. Cramer talks about the tension that exists in most sexual experiences and how his classes at the Body Electric help people to relax and connect with themselves and their bodies.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-04-11
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Roselyn Bruyere from the Healing Light Center Church, 1988 April 25
Bruyere, Roselyn; Healing Light Center Church; Glendale (Calif.); HIV/AIDS; AIDS education; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 25, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Roselyn Bruyere from the Healing Light Center Church. This is an urban healing spiritual community in Glendale, California. They do work with auras and the laying of hands. Healers at the Center bring energy to a person in order to add energy where they have deficiencies that need healing. Bruyere talks about her first encounters with AIDS patients before it was identified as a disease.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-04-25
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Jean Chapin Smith, therapist and straight mother of gay children, 1988 May 11
Smith, Jean Chapin; Coming out; Children (LGBTQ); Lesbian teenagers; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 11, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Jean Chapin Smith, a therapist and a straight mother of gay children. Smith has two gay children, one straight child, and is a family therapist and clinical social worker who often works with families dealing with issues around homosexual family members. Smith discusses the various issues that families may deal with when a member of the family comes out as LGBTQ and how she has come to integrate them into her therapy practice.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-05-11
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Mike Foster, Bill Martell, and Jamie MacKenzie, cast members from the gay cabaret "Disappearing Act," 1988 May 18
Foster, Mike; Martell, Bill; MacKenzie, Jamie; HIV/AIDS; LGBTQ arts; Theatre (LGBTQ); Club Cafe; Club Cabaret; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 18, 1988, host Peter Stickel speaks with the cast of gay cabaret "Disappearing Act." The interview begins with Mike Foster, the creator of the cabaret, speaking about his career and the creation of the cabaret. Fellow performers, Bill Martell and Jamie MacKenzie, speak of their roles. The cabaret, which was performed at Club Cabaret in Boston, Mass., includes 26 different musical numbers. Two of the songs address the AIDS crisis, while many others are about the humor in life and the love in LGBTQ relationships.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-05-18
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-043_19880518
Interview with gay satire musicians Ron Romanofsky and Paul Phillips, 1988 May 22
Romanofsky, Ron; Phillips, Paul; Political satire; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 22, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Ron Romanofsky and Paul Phillips, gay satire musicians. In the interview, Romanofsky and Phillips speak about their songwriting process, their musical backgrounds, and the political influences in their songs.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-05-22
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Marc Stein and Stephanie Poggi from Gay Community News, 1988 August 14
Stein, Marc; Poggi, Stephanie; Bromfield Street Educational Foundation; Gay community news; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on August 14, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Marc Stein and Stephanie Poggi from Gay Community News (GCN). GCN is an LGBTQ newspaper based in Boston, Mass. Poggi and Stein explain that the newspaper is not just about changing the political system for equality but also about liberating society from homophobia. They talk about their personal and educational backgrounds, what brought them to GCN, the redesign of the GCN format, and the change of advertising focus.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-08-14
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Will Hutchinson from the Greater Boston Lesbian & Gay Political Alliance, 1988 September 4
Hutchinson, Will; Lesbian and Gay Political Alliance of Massachusetts; Holt, Stephen; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on September 4, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Will Hutchinson from the Greater Boston Lesbian & Gay Political Alliance. The interview begins with Hutchinson speaking about his educational background and how he came to be a part of the LGBTQ political movement in Boston. The topic for the interview is politics and romance, and Hutchinson speaks about what it is like to date a politician. He also discusses the link between sexuality and gay politics, since so many of the political issues for LGBTQ people are sexual. Hutchinson also speaks about the Alliance's support of Stephen Holt to fill a State Senate seat that is opening up. Holt, according to Hutchinson, would be more supportive of lesbian and gay rights in Massachusetts. The interview also touches on Hutchinson's relationship with his son and issues concerning adoption for gay couples.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-09-04
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Mitch Finnegan, Stacey Harris, and Danny Yu about Coming Out Day, 1988 October 8
Finnegan, Mitch; Harris, Stacey; Yu, Danny; Gay and Lesbian Health Organization; Boston Alliance of GLBT Youth; Gay and Lesbian Advocates and Defenders; Tufts University; Coming out; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on October 8, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Mitch Finnegan, Stacey Harris, and Danny Yu about Coming Out Day. Mitch is the community liaison for the Gay and Lesbian Health Organization. Stacey represents the LGBTQ youth organization BAGLY (Boston Alliance of GLBT Youth). Danny is from Tufts University and serves on the board of GLAD. The three tell their own stories of coming out and talk about issues people have about coming out. Peter Stickel shares information about Coming Out Day, the events that will take place in Boston, and what resources are available about coming out for people seeking to do so.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-10-08
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Johanne Blank and David Brillhart about "The Group," 1988 November 27
Blank, Johanne; Brillhart, David; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on November 27, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Johanne Blank and David Brillhart about "The Group." The Group is a social and discussion group that is open to anyone in the LGBTQ community. The Group is made up of people who want to do things together, such as go apple picking, go to Pride in New York, or go to Provincetown. They meet every Thursday night at 8:00pm at MIT (the Massachusetts Institute of Technology).
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-11-27
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Jeff Perrotti, sports columnist for "The Guide to the Gay Northeast," 1988 December 11
Perrotti, Jeff; Gay athletes; Gay Games; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on December 11, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Jeff Perrotti, columnist for "The Guide To The Gay Northeast." Perrotti writes the sports column, "Out of the Locker Room," for the gay-male oriented monthly newspaper "The Guide to the Gay Northeast." Perrotti speaks about the stereotype of gay men not being athletes and the increasingly well-organized gay sports leagues in Boston, which include softball, volleyball, bowling, and soccer leagues for gay men. The interview explores issues such as the taboo of homosexuality in sports, the involvement of athletes in gay politics, and the upcoming Gay Games.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-12-11
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Robert Barney from the Boston Gay Men's Chorus, 1988 December 25
Barney, Robert; Boston Gay Men's Chorus; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on December 25, 1988, host Peter Stickel interviews Robert Barney from the Boston Gay Men's Chorus. Barney is the music director of the Chorus; he discusses the audition process, the new cohesive sound of the group, the composition of the chorus, and their rehearsal routine. Many pieces of music are also heard throughout the interview. Stickel and Barney also discuss difficulties members of the LGBTQ community ofter face during the holiday season and things they can do to build families of choice. The interview ends with a recording of the Gay Men's Chorus performing a piece from by Stephen Sondheim called "No One Is Alone" from the musical "Into the Woods."
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1988-12-25
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Paul White about gay life in Australia, 1989 January 1
White, Paul; Australia; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 1, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Paul White about gay life in Australia. They start the interview with a discussion about Australia in general, its size, population and attractions. White talks about the difficulties of gay life in the country, and notes that the only gay social scenes are in cities. He also describes anti-discrimination laws and other laws affecting the LGBTQ population in Australia, the separation between the lesbian and gay communities there, and the affects of AIDS on the gay liberation movement.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-01-01
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-051_19890101
Interview about "Miss Gulch Returns!" with Fred Barton, 1989 January 8
Barton, Fred; Wizard of Oz (Motion picture : 1939); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 8, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Fred Barton - author, musician, lyricist, waiter, conductor, and juggler - about the musical show "Miss Gulch Returns!" Barton talks about his one-man show "Miss Gulch Returns!", which is about the character from "The Wizard of Oz" who is the Kansas archetype of the Wicked Witch. According to Barton, Almira Gulch represents the unpleasant, angry and grumpy person we all could be if we decided to be mad at life. Barton dresses in drag to play Miss Gulch. Barton also talks about his work as assistant conductor for the Broadway tour of Cabaret, his preference for Boston over New York City, and audience reactions to "Miss Gulch Returns!"
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-01-08
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-052_19890108
Interview with Betty Berzon, author of "Permanent Partners: Building Gay & Lesbian Relationships That Last," 1989 January 15
Berzon, Betty; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 15, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Betty Berzon, author of "Permanent Partners: Building Gay & Lesbian Relationships That Last." Berzon, a therapist for the past 15 years, advertised her relationship book in the mainstream media, since she believes that most LGBTQ people are still in the closet. The interview goes into different topics explored in the book, including communication styles, the importance of shared values, power struggles in relationships, and financial difficulties in same-sex relationships.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-01-15
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Gary Dotterman about civil disobedience, 1989 January 22
Dotterman, Gary; Civil disobedience; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 22, 1989, host Peter Stickel talks with Gary Dotterman about civil disobedience. According to Dotterman, being openly LGBTQ is an act of civil disobedience in that homosexuality is not accepted by mainstream society and is against many laws. Dotterman explains that the government does not give people rights, the people have to demand rights. He encourages people to demonstrate where their political leaders can see them, and where they can be heard. Dotterman also gives guidelines on how to effectively demonstrate and commit acts of civil disobedience.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-01-22
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Massachusetts State Representative Mark Roosevelt, 1989 January 29
Roosevelt, Mark; Massachusetts--Politics and government; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on January 29, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Massachusetts State Representative Mark Roosevelt. The interview discusses the Massachusetts Gay Rights Bill, which was first introduced in 1972 and which will voted on again in 1989. Roosevelt identifies which Massachusetts representatives are for the bill and which are against it. He also explains how the bill will move through the legislature. Roosevelt recommends that anyone interested in advancing the bill should write a personal letter to their district representative, or pay a visit to their office.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-01-29
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-055_19890129
Interview with Angela Bowen about black lesbian history, and with Danny Yu, 1989 February 5
Bowen, Angela; Yu, Danny; National Coalition of Black Lesbians and Gays (U.S.); Race relations; Homophobia; AIDS (Disease); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on February 5, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews black lesbian feminist writer and activist Angela Bowen about black history. Bowen is a member of the National Coalition of Black Lesbians and Gays since 1985, and has been the editor of their magazine Black/Out since 1986. Bowen talks about how she deals with prejudices against her at the intersection of class, race, gender, and sexuality. She also speaks specifically about homophobia in the black community. Danny Yu, a student from Tufts University, is also a guest on the show. Yu, a gay Asian man, asks Bowen if it was difficult for her to integrate her lesbianism with her racial identity. Yu also asks Bowen about her activist work in organizations that are predominately lead by white men and women. Bowen also talks about how AIDS has brought black lesbians and gay men together.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-02-05
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Richard Tremblay and Dwight McGhee about being in an interracial relationship, 1989 February 19
Tremblay, Richard; McGhee, Dwight; Interracial dating; Black and White Men Together; Men of All Colors Together, Boston; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on February 19, 1989, for Black History Month, host Peter Stickel interviews Richard Tremblay and Dwight McGhee about what it is like to be an interracial couple. Tremblay and McGhee have been in a relationship for five years, and talk about their experiences with racism in the gay community, relationships with their friends and family in regards to their relationship, and whether or not racial preference is a fetish. They are members of the group Black and White Men Together, which is also known as Men of All Colors Together.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-02-19
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-057_19890219
Interview with Ken Smith, hotline coordinator for the AIDS Action Committee, 1989 March 5
Smith, Ken; AIDS (Disease)--Education; AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 5, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Ken Smith, hotline coordinator for the AIDS Action Committee, about HIV/AIDS. The hotline answers questions and provides support on issues related to HIV and AIDS. According to Smith, the hotline is a place where people can speak anonymously about issues surrounding AIDS and where anyone is welcome to call and get information and support. The hotline has 80 to 100 volunteers who answer the hotline for 3 or more hours a week.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-03-05
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Dennis James, physician assistant at Fenway Community Health and part of the AIDS Action Committee, 1989 March 12
James, Dennis; Fenway Community Health Center; AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts; AIDS (Disease)--Education; Safe sex in AIDS prevention; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 12, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Dennis James, a physician assistant at Fenway Community Health, about safer sex. The term safer sex is used, instead of safe sex, to infer that sex cannot be 100% safe, but can be done more safely. James identifies some of the ways that HIV and AIDS can be transmitted, including oral sex and sexual intercourse, and discusses various barrier protections. He also brings up issues of denial, trust, and communication in relationships.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-03-12
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-059_19890312
Interview with Martin Anderson, director of the "Living With AIDS Theatre Project," 1989 March 19
Anderson, Martin; MacKenzie, Jeremy; Abben, Susan; AIDS (Disease) and the arts; Gay theater; Club Cafe; Club Cabaret; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 19, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Martin Anderson, director of the "Living With AIDS Theatre Project." Susan Abben and Jeremy MacKenzie from the "Disappearing Act" crew also are interviewed. The interview revolves around the conceptualization and creation of the musical about AIDS. The project is based on stories of people in Boston and about how AIDS has touched their lives. The musical is at Club Cabaret, and the interview ends with a song from the show.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-03-19
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Marilyn Waring, author of "If Women Counted," 1989 March 26
Waring, Marilyn, 1952-; Australia; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 26, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Marilyn Waring, the author of "If Women Counted." Waring is an Australian politician who helped ban nuclear weapons in Australia and lift the ban on homosexuality there. Her book documents her research on the economic, social, and political impact of "invisible people," such as housewives, who's work is not counted toward a nation's gross domestic product (GDP). Waring talks about how the value of a country's resources are determined, including environmental and human resources, and how the constant demand for economic growth dominates that value system.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-03-26
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Cindy Patton, former managing editor of Gay Community News and Boston's Other Voice Person of the Year, 1989 April 2
Patton, Cindy, 1956-; Gay community news; AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts; AIDS (Disease); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 2, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Cindy Patton, former managing editor of Gay Community News (GCN) and Boston's Other Voice Person of the Year. Patton is also the author of several books and is a teacher, organizer, and activist. She was selected as Person of the Year because of her contributions to the LGBTQ community in Boston, Mass. Patton talks about her time at GCN, including the fire that destroyed the newspaper office at 22 Bromfield Street in Boston. She goes on to describe her involvement with the AIDS Action Committee at the very beginning when they were having their first candle light vigil at Boston Pride in 1983. The AIDS crisis was just beginning at the time, and Patton talks about the realization in the community that safe sex is a permanent recommendation and the AIDS is far from being cured. Stickel and Patton conclude the interview with their views on promiscuity in the gay male community from the 1970s until the present. Her present title is Manager of Community Education and Resource Development at the AIDS Action Committee. Patton's new book is called "Making It: A Women's Safe Sex Guide."
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-04-02
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Mel Reicher and Liz Hardy Jackson of the Boston Living Center, 1989 April 16
Reicher, Mel; Jackson, Liz Hardy; Boston Living Center; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 16, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Mel Reicher and Liz Hardy Jackson from the Boston Living Center. Reicher and Jackson discuss their vision for a Boston Living Center where men with AIDS who are too sick to work, but not sick enough to be in the hospital, can spend their days.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-04-16
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Lois Johnson, president of the Boston Chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis, 1989 April 23
Johnson, Lois; Daughters of Bilitis. Boston Chapter; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 23, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Lois Johnson, president of the Boston chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis (DOB). Johnson talks about the history of DOB, which began in San Francisco in 1955, while the Boston chapter was founded in 1969. The group was formed in part as a response to the negative experiences many lesbians were having in the bar scene. Johnson describes many of the gatherings, meetups, and parties that the DOB organized for it's 250 to 300 members. Stickel speaks with Johnson about what matters are important to women, particularly lesbians, in society today. Johnson discusses politics, the AIDS crisis, coming out, family life, emotional issues, and more.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-04-23
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Bishop John Shelby Spong, author of "Living In Sin: A Bishop Rethinks Human Sexuality," 1989 May 7
Spong, John Shelby; Homosexuality--Religious aspects--Christianity; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 7, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Bishop John Shelby Spong, the author of "Living in Sin?: A Bishop Rethinks Human Sexuality." Spong believes the Christian church needs to rethink the relationship between the church, sexuality and homosexuality. He also believes that the church should bless homosexuality, and allow for same-sex marriage.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-05-07
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with social worker and therapist Ray Dinoi from the New England Hemophilia Center, 1989 May 14
Dinoi, Ray; Hemophilia; New England Hemophilia Center; AIDS (Disease); Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 14, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Ray Dinoi, a social worker and therapist, about hemophilia and the AIDS crisis. Dinoi first explains that hemophilia is a disease that effects about 20,000 Americans who have blood deficient in certain clotting factors. Hemophiliacs are reliant upon blood transfusions to obtain these crucial clotting factors. Unfortunately, many blood donors are not aware of their AIDS status when donating, and infected blood has entered into many blood pool donations, thus infecting many hemophiliacs. People with the most severe deficiency in clotting factor are the ones with the highest levels of infection due to the large number of transfusions they must receive. Dinoi speaks about the various support groups available at the New England Hemophilia Center for people effected by hemophilia and AIDS. Dinoi speaks about the risk of AIDS for hemophiliacs, what awareness has been brought to the issue, and how hemophiliacs can live with AIDS.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-05-14
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-066_19890514
Interview with Wendy Scott and Beth Leventhal about lesbian battering, 1989 June 4
Scott, Wendy; Leventhal, Beth; Healing Abuse Working for Change; Family violence; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on June 4, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Wendy Scott and Beth Leventhal about what they refer to as lesbian battering. Leventhal is also an advocate for battered lesbians and discusses myths around lesbian relationships and why many people do not believe that battering in a lesbian relationship is possible. There are no statistics currently about how often battering happens in lesbian relationships, but Leventhal speculates that it is probably the similar to instances in heterosexual relationships. Scott and Leventhal also tell their personal stories of battering in previous relationships. Leventhal works at HAWC (Help for Abused Women and Children, which later changed its name to Healing Abuse Working for Change) where battered woman, including lesbians, can get counseling and assistance. She recommends that woman join support groups in order to share and find empowerment.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-06-04
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-069_19890604
Interview with Alan Kukonis, Boston's Other Voice Person of the Year, about living with AIDS, 1989 June 12
Kukonis, Alan; Association of People with AIDS; AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on June 12, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Boston's Other Voice Person of the Year Alan Kukonis about living with AIDS. Kukonis works with the Association of People with AIDS and serves on the Pastoral Concerns Committee, the Coordinating Committee, and the Board of Directors at the AIDS Action Committee. Kukonis speaks about his diagnosis with AIDS in May of 1985, and his subsequent involvement with the AIDS Action Committee. There he decided to become empowered, ask for help and take responsibility for his life and health, instead of being a victim, carrying out a death sentence, and living without hope. Kukonis talks about the spiritual journey he has gone on since his diagnosis, learning to use his intuition, meditate, and visualize his own good health. He goes into the way he lives his life with AIDS and how others can learn and relate to him, even if they do not have AIDS. Kukonis stresses the necessity of taking responsibility for the course of your life.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-06-12
Stickel, Peter
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