WFHB FireHouse Broadcasting

New York resident and queer immigration activist Tom W. talks in depth about the importance of advocating for passage of the Uniting American Families Act that would allow LGBT partner citizens sponsorship in the United States. Transgender activist and founding member of the National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals (NOGLSTP) at Purdue University Kay Johnson and the president of the newly-formed Bloomington chapter Chris Kase discuss homophobia in the scientific community and stress the importance of NOGLSTP in educating and supporting queer (and straight or ally) people working in scientific fields, companies and institutions. On a new edition of “It’s Only Sex” Larisa Niles Carnes highlights the health, educational and testing services provided by both Planned Parenthood and Positive Link. Our featured musical artist is award-winning singer-song writer Nick Granato with two tracks from his album "Outside the Lines". bloomingOUT also features the latest in national and international queer headline news and a community calendar highlighting local and regional events of interest to the queer community and our allies. Hosted by Helen Harrell and Sean Lemieux.