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Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ elders speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories make noise where silence has lived for far too long. It is time we fill the room with the voices of what may be The Gayest Generation.

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Episodes 20

The Gayest Generation Ep. 20 - Lisa Marshall Bashert
3mo ago · 74:38:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories, more than ever, must be heard. In this episode, we speak with Lisa Marshall Bashert. We discuss lesbian motherhood, the experience of attending a blue jay funeral, and the spirituality of gardening. This episode contains adult language.
The Gayest Generation Ep. 19 - Beth Bashert
6mo ago · 77:48:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories, more than ever, must be heard. In this episode, we speak with Beth Bashert. We discuss the art of being butch, the wisdom gained from being a car saleswoman, and what it means to live a political life.
The Gayest Generation Ep. 18 - Michael Brown
9mo ago · 89:47:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories, more than ever, must be heard. In this episode, we speak with Michael Brown. We chat about being the gay son of a trans parent, the queer refuge that is pop culture, and how coming out can feel like casting a magical spell.
The Gayest Generation Ep. 17 - Barron Evans
11mo ago · 78:53:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories, more than ever, must be heard. In this episode, we speak with Barron Evans. We chat about Golden Threads, PLUs (people like us), and the importance of smoking ciggies with your sissy friends.
The Gayest Generation Ep. 16: Paul Grattarola
1y ago · 89:39:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories, more than ever, must be heard. In this episode, we speak with Paul "Crunchy" Grattarola, the former owner of the famous East Lansing watering hole, Crunchy's. Paul shares about his globetrotting career in hospitality, surviving hurricanes, and battling cancer.
The Gayest Generation - Ep. 15: Roger LeLievre
2y ago · 100:28:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. In this episode, we speak with Roger LeLievre. Roger has lived a thousand lives--Ann Arbor News reporter, longtime DJ at The Nectarine Ballroom, Lake Superior freight ship sailor. We get an inside look at the height of queer nightlife in Ann Arbor, the unique challenge of interviewing Yoko Ono, and almost killing Sylvester. AADL is excited to announce that you can listen to this
The Gayest Generation - Ep. 14: Laughing Womyn Ashonosheni
2y ago · 70:13:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. In this episode, we speak with Laughing Womyn Ashonosheni. We discuss queer spirituality, how to mend broken relationships, and the act of naming oneself. AADL is excited to announce that you can listen to this episode, or any episode of The Gayest Generation, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,
The Gayest Generation - Ep. 13: Thomas McCauley
2y ago · 76:47:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. In this episode, we speak with Thomas McAuley. We discuss his surviving conversion therapy, gay kismet, and the journey to self-love.
The Gayest Generation Ep. 12 - Kathy Kozachenko
3y ago · 74:47:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. In this episode, we speak with Kathy Kozachenko, the first openly LGBTQ+ person to be elected to public office in American history. We talk about her time on the Ann Arbor City Council, the importance of voting, and hear her advice for queer politicians today. AADL is excited to announce
The Gayest Generation Ep. 11 - Curtis Chin
3y ago · 66:24:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. In this episode, we speak with Curtis Chin. We discuss his childhood growing up in Detroit’s legendary Chung’s Restaurant, “The Gay Agenda”, and what it’s like to meet Vanna White (and the Obamas). Curtis is the author of the forthcoming memoir Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, which is currently available for pre-order. To learn more about Curtis Chin, vi
The Gayest Generation Ep. 10 - Michael Walling
4y ago · 56:57:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. In this episode, we speak with theater director and educator Michael Walling. We discuss growing up in Portland during the 70's, being a New Yorker during the AIDS crisis, and the staying power of Tom Selleck's moustache. AADL is excited to announce that you can listen to this episode, o
The Gayest Generation Ep. 9 - Lisa Middleton
4y ago · 68:57:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. In this episode, we speak with Lisa Middleton. We learn about what it’s like to be one of first openly transgender people elected to an American city council, how libraries played a role in her quest to live authentically, and how true love can look like driving around the same roundabou
The Gayest Generation Ep. 8 - Stephanie Byers
4y ago · 90:42:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Their stories make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. It is time we let their voices fill the room. In this episode, we speak with Kansas State Congresswoman Stephanie Byers. We learn about what it’s like to be one of first openly transgender people elected to a State Legislature, growing up as a member of the Chickasaw nation, and what it
The Gayest Generation Ep. 7 - Annise Parker
5y ago · 90:34:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ older adults speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Stories—their stories—make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. It is time we let their voices fill the room. In this episode, we hear from CEO of the LGBTQ Victory Fund and former Mayor of Houston, TX Annise Parker. We learn about how she overcame immense adolescent anxiety, what an average day looks like for the mayor of a major American ci
The Gayest Generation Ep. 6 - Annie Wolock
5y ago · 69:38:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ Elders speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Stories—their stories—make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. It is time we let their voices fill the room. In this episode, we hear from Ann Arbor's own Annie Wolock. We learn what is was like growing up Jewish in Detroit, Ann Arbor's forgotten Disco scene, and we remember Michigan Womyn's Music Festivals. Due to adult language, listener discret
The Gayest Generation Ep. 5 - Carol E. Anderson
5y ago · 79:51:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ Elders speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Stories—their stories—make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. It is time we let their voices fill the room. In this episode, we get to know Ann Arbor's own Carol E. Anderson. You will hear about her experiences growing up in a fundamentalist Baptist home, what it was like to live in Ann Arbor during the freewheeling 70's , and how to make your re
The Gayest Generation Ep. 4 - Maxi Chanel
5y ago · 76:40:00
In this episode, we get to know Washtenaw County drag legend Maxi Chanel. We’ll hear about her experiences growing up in Nigeria, what it was like to be a part of Ann Arbor’s soon-to-be-forgotten gay club scene, and the purpose of drag, which is all the more important during these grim times. Due to adult situations and language, viewer discretion is advised. This is the Gayest Generation. We want to give a special shout out to Maxi Chanel and the Boylesque drag troupe. To keep up with their events, be sure to follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/boylesque.michigan. AADL is excited to annou
The Gayest Generation Ep. 3 - Bob Enszer and Rick Farrand
5y ago · 80:12:00
In this episode, we sit down with Bob Enszer and Rick Farrand. We’ll hear about what it is like to be a closeted parent raising a lesbian child, the magic of falling in love later in life, and how small town communities came together to support those suffering with HIV/AIDS. Due to adult situations and language, viewer discretion is advised. This is the Gayest Generation. Special thanks to Bob and Rick, as well as everyone who makes The Gayest Generation a reality. If you or someone you know is interested in being a guest on the show, e-mail thegayestgeneration@aadl.org.
The Gayest Generation Ep. 2 - Randy Hasso
5y ago · 56:37:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where we hear LGBTQ Elders speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Stories—their stories—make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. It is time we let their voices fill the room. In this episode, we speak with Randy Hasso. He shares his experiences in Tunisia as a member of the Peace Corp, growing up on a pickle farm, and what it was like to care for AIDS patients in small town America during a time where even the P
The Gayest Generation Ep. 1 - Pat Buerkel
6y ago · 70:00:00
Welcome to The Gayest Generation, where hear LGBTQ Elders speak for themselves. Every episode, we sit down with a different member of the LGBTQ community who laid the foundation for the freedoms we have today. Stories—their stories—make noise where there is silence and that silence has lived for far too long. What if who we call The Greatest Generation, also happens to be the gayest? In this episode, we speak with Pat Buerkel. She shares her experiences working on the line at GM in the 70’s, her lifelong friendship with a transgender trailblazer, and crossing “going to jail” off her bucket lis

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The Gayest Generation Ep. 16: Paul Grattarola

The Gayest Generation - Ep. 15: Roger LeLievre

The Gayest Generation - Ep. 14: Laughing Womyn Ashonosheni

The Gayest Generation - Ep. 13: Thomas McCauley

The Gayest Generation Ep. 12 - Kathy Kozachenko

The Gayest Generation Ep. 11 - Curtis Chin

The Gayest Generation Ep. 10 - Michael Walling

The Gayest Generation Ep. 9 - Lisa Middleton

The Gayest Generation Ep. 8 - Stephanie Byers

The Gayest Generation Ep. 7 - Annise Parker

The Gayest Generation Ep. 6 - Annie Wolock

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The Gayest Generation Ep. 4 - Maxi Chanel

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The Gayest Generation Ep. 19 - Beth Bashert

The Gayest Generation Ep. 18 - Michael Brown

The Gayest Generation Ep. 17 - Barron Evans

The Gayest Generation Ep. 16: Paul Grattarola

The Gayest Generation - Ep. 15: Roger LeLievre

The Gayest Generation - Ep. 14: Laughing Womyn Ashonosheni

The Gayest Generation - Ep. 13: Thomas McCauley

The Gayest Generation Ep. 12 - Kathy Kozachenko

The Gayest Generation Ep. 11 - Curtis Chin

The Gayest Generation Ep. 10 - Michael Walling

The Gayest Generation Ep. 9 - Lisa Middleton

The Gayest Generation Ep. 8 - Stephanie Byers

The Gayest Generation Ep. 7 - Annise Parker

The Gayest Generation Ep. 6 - Annie Wolock

The Gayest Generation Ep. 5 - Carol E. Anderson

The Gayest Generation Ep. 4 - Maxi Chanel

The Gayest Generation Ep. 3 - Bob Enszer and Rick Farrand

The Gayest Generation Ep. 2 - Randy Hasso

The Gayest Generation Ep. 1 - Pat Buerkel