ALANA & MARTEZ | Stigma in comunities of color.
Hidden shame. Deadly silence. In this powerful conversation, host Karl Schmid sits down with HIV advocates Alana Beaumont (UK) and Martez Smith (NYC) to break down the harmful stigma still impacting communities of color. Continue reading ALANA & MARTEZ | Stigma in comunities of color.
LEXI LOVE | Disclosing on the public stage
From a childhood where she couldn’t always be her true self to becoming a bold voice against stigma today, Lexi opens up about the power of visibility, drag, sobriety and HIV advocacy Continue reading LEXI LOVE | Disclosing on the public stage
DR. ANU SESHADRI | Restarting HIV meds
Access to HIV meds is essential—so why is it still a struggle for some to stay adherent? 💊 On this week’s +Talk, Dr. Anu Seshadri returns to break down everything about taking your HIV medication. Continue reading DR. ANU SESHADRI | Restarting HIV meds
DOREEN MORACHA | Why can’t I get my meds?
Kenyan HIV advocate Doreen Moraa Moracha joins Karl to share her journey—from thriving with HIV to facing the harsh reality of treatment access being stripped away. Continue reading DOREEN MORACHA | Why can’t I get my meds?
ANDY FEDS & KALEE GARLAND | Born with HIV
You can’t tell if someone is living with #HIV just by looking at them. Continue reading ANDY FEDS & KALEE GARLAND | Born with HIV
KYLE TENNYSON | Finding your true north.
Gracie Cartier is joined by the incredible Kyle Tennyson—Registered Nurse turned Transformational Coach—on a mission to help LGBTQ+ individuals embrace their most authentic selves. From healing to self-discovery, Kyle’s journey is all about finding your true north. Continue reading KYLE TENNYSON | Finding your true north.
SALINA ES TITTIES & JESSICA GLASPIE | Social Media Stigma
What happens when misinformation spreads faster than facts—and the comments section becomes a battlefield? On this episode of+Talk, Karl Schmid sits down with Jessica Glaspie, HIV advocate and founder of @lifeloveandhiv, and Salina Es Titties, star of RuPaul’s Drag Race and unapologetic ally, for an unfiltered conversation about stigma, sex, and social media. Continue reading SALINA ES TITTIES & JESSICA GLASPIE | Social Media Stigma
MICHAEL BELLAVIA | A journey to do GOOD.
Gracie Cartier sits down with Emmy-winning producer and CEO of Help Good Marketing, Michael Bellavia! 🌟 From building a purpose-driven company to using storytelling for social impact, Michael shares his journey, his mission, and how his LGBTQ+ identity shaped his path. Continue reading MICHAEL BELLAVIA | A journey to do GOOD.
DR. ANU SESHADRI | Measles & HIV
Did you know measles can be more serious for someone living with HIV? On this week’s +Talk, Dr. Anu returns to chat with Karl about how HIV affects the immune system—and what that means when viruses like measles are going around. Continue reading DR. ANU SESHADRI | Measles & HIV
SATURNRISIN9 | Embracing authenticity, music & film
Gracie Cartier sits down with the multifaceted Saturnrisin9, a queer performance artist and musician, to delve into her journey of self-discovery and artistic expression. They discuss Saturn’s upbringing in the Bay Area and how it has influenced her evolution as a performer and DJ. The conversation also explores her experiences in embracing her true self and learning to accept love. Continue reading SATURNRISIN9 | Embracing authenticity, music & film