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Linda Clifford
Disco icon Linda Clifford talks about her legendary career and upcoming Chicago House event
“Mum is the word... you have to show up September 15th to see it all!”
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Stan Sloan
Chappell on Community: Rev. Stan Sloan has dedicated his life to serving his fellow man
“Every day I get to make a difference.”
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Del Shores
Sordid Lives: Del Shores returns to Chicago with special performances
Sordid Lives: Del Shores returns to Chicago with special performances
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Ted Allen
Chopped Chef: Ted Allen talks food, Chicago and community
“You become a chef because of your love for food, not because you want to be a television star.”
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Tamale Sepp
Tamale Sepp on her latest project and living life as a hot Tamale
“It is just cool that we can meet at an intersection, all hang out and make people laugh.”
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Ryan McPartlin
Captain Awesome: Ryan McPartlin talks about his role on Chuck and his latest project
“I have befriended the nerds and the geeks in the most positive way!”
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Nona Hendryx
No one like Nona: an interview with Nona Hendryx
No one like Nona: an interview with Nona Hendryx
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Michael Rourke
Executive Producer Michael Rourke on “I’m Having Their Baby”
Executive Producer Michael Rourke on “I’m Having Their Baby”
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Amy & Freddy
Cabaret duo Amy Armstrong and Freddy Allen on how they met, music and more
“You know, I kinda faded just now. All I got out of that story was that you thought I was a drag queen!”
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Jason Stuart
Comedian Jason Stuart talks about what has shaped him and on being a mentor to a new generation
“There is a certain authenticity you have when you bring your own experience to the table. It is some intangible that is unsaid and unseen but you know it is there. It is very elusive.”
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Eric Himan
Supposed Unknown: Gay singer-songwriter Eric Himan on being an independent musician
“I am proud of my independence in music but for independent musicians on my level, it is hard to get the public notoriety...”
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Adam Barta
Sexy Party: Adam Barta on performing with Octomom, sexuality and music
“I always throw in some element of fun, comedy, and not taking myself too seriously”
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Sheena Easton
“Big 80’s: Sheena Easton talks about her musical history and Market Days”
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DJ Joe Gauthreaux
Travelin' man: Acclaimed DJ Joe Gauthreaux talks about his musical journey
“The boys in Chicago have soul and I love that so much.”
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Olivia Newton-John
Summer lovin': Olivia Newton-John takes to stage at Northalsted Market Days
“To me love is love. It shouldn't matter. I have so many close friends and family who are gay I don't even think about it.”
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Mike Maimone
Seperation Anxiety: Mutts lead singer addresses coming out process on new LP
“Yes, the Separation Anxiety that if I came out to my parents that I should be natural and honest.”
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Aaron Thielen
Drawn from life: an interview with “Hero” playwright Aaron Thielen
Drawn from life: an interview with “Hero” playwright Aaron Thielen
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Bazuka Joe
All-male burlesque group takes off with Liza Minnelli
All-male burlesque group takes off with Liza Minnelli
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Michael Buckley
What The Buck: Meet YouTube superstar Michael Buckley
What The Buck: Meet YouTube superstar Michael Buckley
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Jeffrey Schwarz
Remembering Russo: Director Jeffrey Schwarz on the making of the 'Vito' documentary
Remembering Russo: Director Jeffrey Schwarz on the making of the 'Vito' documentary
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Justin Hall
No straight line: Cartoonist and writer Justin Hall discusses his new work
“In the past, if there was a comic with a queer character, it became a queer comic because the mainstream wouldn’t necessarily touch it.”
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Matt Doyle
Matt Doyle of ‘Private Romeo’ on bullying, ‘Glee’ and his music
Matt Doyle of ‘Private Romeo’ on bullying, ‘Glee’ and his music
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Ben DeJesus
Behind the klown: Ben DeJesus on filming John Leguizamo
“As John’s Chicago fans have proven over the years, he has a really loyal fan base that are outside the demographic of a typical NY Times readers.”
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Eric Mabius
Coached: Eric Mabius on “How to Fall in Love”
“It made me go back a reflect quite a bit. I am glad I’m not single now.”