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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on March 19, 1995. Lucia Chapelle and Greg Gordon introduce This Way Out. Cindy Freidman and Brian Nuñez present Newswrap, a program of national and international news updates. Sammy Lee Webster-Woo reports on increasing occurrences of hate crimes. A sample of “The Family Song” by Marcia Berman and Dave Zeitlin plays. Barbara Bernstein reports from Portland on the Oregon legislature’s attempt to ban artificial insemination for single women. A sample of “The Family Song” by Marcia Berman and Dave Zeitlin plays. Verna Avery Brown reports on the divergent politics of siblings Candance and Newt Gingrich. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. Wylen interviews the Vice President of the Log Cabin Federation, Dr. Evelyn H. Koch, and activist and organizer from the advocacy group, We the People, Eric Young. Wylen, Koch, and Young discuss their views of impending welfare cuts. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on March 26, 1995. Wylen presents current news updates including the Georgia Supreme Court's rejection of an Atlanta city ordinance granting insurance benefits to domestic partners of city employees, the Montana State Senate's decision to rescind part of a homophobic bill, closing arguments made in a New York court case challenging "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policies, impending revisions to a Human Rights Ordinance in Cincinnati, Ohio seeking to exclude gays and lesbians from offered protections, research findings diminishing hopes for the development of an AIDS vaccine, Irish groups in Boston deciding to forego official approval for the Saint Patrick's Day Parade to avoid legal requirements to admit gay groups, New York City gay groups protesting their exclusion from the Saint Patrick's Day Parade, and anti-gay groups succeeding in delaying the premiere of the Disney movie Priest. "Out Here On My Own" and "Feeling Good" by Cliff Townsend play. Wylen interviews Cliff Townsend about his album Out Here On My Own, his time with the a cappella group The Flirtations, his musical influences and experience, and the difficulty of marketing gay and lesbian music. "Ol' Man River" by Cliff Townsend plays. Wylen presents local news updates and event announcements. "You Make Me Feel Brand New" by Cliff Townsend plays. Lucia Chapelle, Nigel Wrench, and Edmund Hall of This Way Out report on protests led by the UK gay rights group Stonewall in response to debates in parliament regarding age of consent laws. Wylen signs off as "The Difference" by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on April 2, 1995. Wylen announces a new name for the program, The Family Hour, and the new principles and goals guiding its reporting. Wylen indicates he will be interviewing gay conversation therapist, Dr. Charles Socarides, later in the program. An excerpt from an unidentified Christian song by Marsha Stevens plays. Wylen announces the preceding as an April Fools joke and introduces Gaydreams. Steven Carter presents national news updates including progress in the potential development of an AIDS vaccine, ongoing federal challenges in the implementation of Bill Clinton’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy, the approval of a gay civil rights bill in the Rhode Island House of Representatives, the publication of research findings indicating a link between a novel herpes strain and Kaposi sarcoma, an outing campaign targeting the Church of England resulting in multiple leaders within the clergy publicly coming out as gay, the Cincinnati City Council's successful vote to remove sexual orientation from the city’s human rights ordinance, and the Governor of California’s indications of his intentions to rescind the state’s gay and lesbian adoption rights. “Mr. Sandman” by The Flirtations plays. Wylen interviews the Olympic diver, Greg Louganis, about his memoir, Breaking the Surface. “Coming” by Tom McCormack plays. Carter presents local news updates and announcements. “I’ll Take You There” by The Staple Singers plays. Lucia Chapelle introduces John Beaupre of This Way Out. Beaupre reports from Los Angeles, California on Barbara Bernstein and Elaine Velasquez’s video project, Gay Lives and Culture Wars, which investigates the impact of homophobia on gay people and their families. “Son of a Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield plays. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on April 9, 1995. National news includes efforts to repeal Clinton’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy, Candace Gingrich’s appointment as a San Francisco Gay Pride grand marshal, and protests led by Shannon Byrne against Cobb County’s anti-gay resolution. Cardinal O’Connor promotes a boycott of the film Priest/ Perry Watkins, the first service member to challenge the military’s gay ban, undergoes a leg amputation due to AIDS complications. A study on safe sex practices in small U.S. cities is published, Hungary’s constitutional court strikes down a gay marriage ban, and a New York court denies a lesbian adoption case. “Luca” by Suzanne Vega plays. Wylen interviews Scott Heim about his debut novel Mysterious Skin, exploring its themes, controversies, and autobiographical elements. “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Linda Eder plays. Wylen presents local news including a Philadelphia man’s lawsuit against the Veteran's Association for workplace harassment, the American Civl Liberty Union's involvement in a condom distribution case, and ACT UP’s recognition by the Bread and Roses Community Fund. “Damn I Wish You Were My Lover” by Sophie B. Hawkins plays. Brian Nunez from This Way Out reports on the legal battle over the military’s ban on gay service members, featuring excerpts from Beatrice Dohrn, Ken Bacon, and Matthew Coles discussing Able vs. United States.. “Did Jesus Have a Baby Sister?” by Casselberry-Dupreé and “Crazy World” by Michael Callen play. Wylen closes with donation appeals for This Way Out. “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Excerpt of Bert Wylen Gaydreams introduction. Delana Bennett presents national and international news updates. Wylen presents "Give Me Those Moments: Parents Remember Their Gay Sons Who Died of AIDS.” An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. Wylen discusses the history and current statistics regarding AIDS, examining the fatal impact of the illness alongside the accompanying government neglect and social ostracization. An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. Ruth and Sanford Levy reflect on their son Ken, describing their initial ignorance of his sexuality while expressing pride in his financial success in New York City. Ken and Sandy Frank discuss their son Mark, who lived at home for nearly his entire life, reflecting on early suspicions about Mark's sexuality and recounting how he initially rebuffed their inquiries before being compelled to disclose his identity following his HIV-positive diagnosis. Ruth Glan reflects on her relationship with her son Russ, who came out during his teenage years, and describes the gay community events they attended together. Ajavia Muir discusses her experience as a lesbian mother to a gay son Hunter, exploring their shared commitment to gay activism. An excerpt of "How Many" by Margie Adam plays. The parents reflect on their initial reactions to and later engagement with their children's declining health due to AIDS. An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. The parents discuss the moments when they realized their children would die from AIDS-related complications. An excerpt of "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton plays. The parents discuss their subsequent AIDS activism and efforts to connect with other bereaved parents. An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. The parents share memories of their late children. An excerpt of "How Many?" by Margie Adam plays. Bert Wylen signs off as an excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. Delana Bennett presents local news updates and announcements. “Breaths” by The Flirtations and by “Nobody’s Fool” by Michael Callen. Keith Brandt presents a review of the documentary Sex Is. An excerpt of “Sexuality” by Prince plays. “You Are On My Mind” by Susanna Hoff and “Until the Balance Tips” by John Bucchino play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on September 12, 1993. Delana Bennett of National News Now presents national news updates including a Senate vote indicating popular political support for increasingly restrictive policies regarding homosexuality in the United States military, the filing of a lawsuit by Marine Corps Sergeant Justin Elzie after his discharge for disclosing his homosexuality, the resignation of the head of the National Lesbian and Gay Task Force, the confirmation of Clinton’s appointee for Surgeon General, ongoing conflicts between activist groups regarding Cincinnati's non-discrimination ordinance, the filing of appeals procedures in the custody battle involving lesbian mother, Sharon Bottoms, Dorian Corey’s death at 56 due to AIDS related complications, the National Endowment of the Arts decision to reinstate funding to three lesbian and gay film festivals, Florida activists’ ongoing commitment to organize against a state amendment backed by the American Family Association, the progression of similar amendments in Colorado, and the unveiling of an AIDS ribbon stamp. “The Lumberjack Song” by Monty Python plays. Wylen interviews Karen Stewart, a transgender woman. Wylen and Stewart discuss her decision to use a pseudonym for the interview, her experience discovering her identity and coming out as a woman in the workplace, her relationship to her children and family, and her postoperative status. “Got to Be Real” by Cheryl Lynn plays. Jamie Mason presents local news and advertises local events. “My Old School” by Steely Dan plays. Carol Bloom reports on court challenges to “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” A comedy skit plays. “Hang on to Yourself” by David Bowie and “Mandinka” by Sinéad O’Connor play. Greg Gordon of This Way Out reports from the Asian American Pacific Islander Conference in Los Angeles, CA. Wylen signs off while “Something Inside So Strong” byThe Flirtations plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on October 3, 1993. Delana Bennett presents national news including updates regarding a delay in the implementation of a Pentagon backed policy that would discontinue the practice of asking military recruits about their sexual orientation, ongoing challenges between federal courts and the Pentagon regarding the constitutionality of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” a Senate vote favoring the continued ban on Medicaid coverage for most abortions, the firebombing of a Planned Parenthood clinic in Lancaster, PA, the House of Representatives’ approval of a hate crime bill which includes sexuality as a protected class, and Minneapolis City Council’s vote to approve a resolution which provides universal health care coverage to the domestic partners of city employees. “Fall in Philadelphia” by Hall and Oates plays. Wylen interviews Bernard Cooper about his first novel, A Year of Rhymes. “I’m The Only One” by Melissa Etheridge plays. Delana Bennett presents local news updates and advertises local events. “This Time the Dreams on Me” by Ella Fitzgerald plays. Susan Gage reports from the Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) Conference in New Orleans, LA. “Can’t Find My Way Home” by Eric Clapton plays. Josy Catoggio of This Way Out discusses the ethics of outing with author Michelangelo Signorile. “I Love the Life I Live” by Willie Nelson plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen interviews Dr. Evelyn Hooker at her home in Santa Monica, California. Hooker reflects on the personal and political motivations that led her to study male homosexuality and discusses the methodology and findings of her landmark psychological research. Hooker considers the lasting impacts of her work on the field and offers her perspective on the contemporary state of the gay rights movement. Hooker shares her thoughts on the Stonewall Rebellion and its later elevation to a mythic status within gay history. Material used in broadcasts of WXPN’s Gaydreams and Pacifica National News.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on October 24, 1993. Delena Bennett presents national news updates including ongoing debates within the Lutheran Church regarding gay marriage and sexuality, conflicts over the membership of the International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA) in the United Nations after their ties to the North American Man Boy Love Association (NAMBLA) were revealed, national protests in support of funding for breast cancer research, American University’s upcoming vote regarding the inclusion of same-sex partners in their benefits packages currently available to spouses, recent reports by the Associated Press about homophobia in Jamaica, the appointment of an openly gay director to lead the Libertarian Party in Washington, DC, and Roseanne Barr (nay Arnold) publishes an advice column instructing a teenage girl that it is okay to be a lesbian. Wylen interviews Jim Woods, a professor at CUNY Staten Island, about his book The Corporate Closet: The Professional Lives of Gay Men in America. “Jonny and Betty” by Meryn Cadell and “Constant Craving” by k.d. lang plays. Wylen interviews Tony Green, a Philadelphia-based journalist and politician. Wylen and Green discuss his work with the Human Rights Campaign Fund, the practice of outing, and “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” “It Ain’t Easy” by David Bowie plays. Wylen interviews gay actor and comedian Jason Stewart about his experiences being out in a career setting. “On Children” by The Flirtations plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Berty Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on October 31, 1993. Delena Bennett presents national news updates including Pentagon approval of a Supreme Court ruling which clears the way for the implementation of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” advancements in AIDS research, the final weeks of Colorado’s Amendment 2 trial, AIDS Czar Kristine Gebbie is panned by the Clinton Administration amid attempts to improve AIDS safety education, a women's health research project, the Women’s Health Initiative, announces the inclusion of lesbians, statements made by Senate members admitting homophobic and discriminatory hiring practices receive backlash, and the Los Angeles Police Department embarks on a campaign to recruit lesbian and gay police officers, meanwhile the organization’s Vice department increases efforts to shut down gay male porn distributors through obscenity charges. “Halloween Parade” by Lou Reed plays. Wylen interviews author Felice Picano about his book, The New Joy of Gay Sex. Picano reflects on the difficulty of marketing his book and the frustration he felt with journalists who failed to write reviews of the work. “Hi-De-Ho” by Blood, Sweat, & Tears plays. Bennett presents local news and announcements. “Lady Stardust” by David Bowie plays. A speech given by Andrew Tobias, a columnist for Times, to the National Conference for Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association plays. “The Low Spark of High-Heeled Boys” by Traffic plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on an unknown date (November 7, 1993?). Delena Bennett presents national news updates including ongoing conflict regarding the ILGA’s relationship to NAMBLA, three different cities see successful ballot measures which repeal or deny employment and non-discrimination protections for gays and lesbians, ongoing legal battles regarding the implementation of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” official Parliamenterary inquiry begins into an AIDS scandal at a blood bank in Germany, and New York City officially becomes the largest municipality in the United States to offer health benefits to domestic partners of city employees. “Femme in a Black Leather Jacket” by Pansy Division plays. Wylen interviews Jon Ginoli, David Ward, and Chris Freeman of the musical group, Pansy Division, about their album Undressed. “Boyfriend Wanted” by Pansy Division plays. Wylen and Pansy Division discuss the anti-assimilationist stance of the group. “Luck of the Draw” by Pansy Division plays. Bennett presents local news and announcements. “Little World Spinning Blue” by Cris Williamson and Tret Fure plays. Naming Names, produced by GLAAD, reports on the response given by media companies to the homophobic music published through their production labels. Cheryl Berkovich of This Way Out reports on gay rights in New South Wales Berkovich interviews activist Carol Ruthchild. “In the Best Interest of Children” by Cris Williamson and Tret Fure plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on an unknown date (November 14, 1993?). Delena Bennett presents national news updates including sexual abuse charges brought against Cardinal Joseph Bernadin of Chicago, IL, the withdrawing of official charges against Dr. Robert Gallo, growing opposition within gay and lesbian communities to the likely nomination of John Peyton for Assistant Attorney General of Civil Rights, organized boycotts of Apple products due to the company’s inclusive employee benefit policies regarding domestic partners, Cincinnati's preparation for public backlash and economic boycott due to the repealing of the non-discrimination ordinance, and increasing conflict in Missouri regarding the repeal and ban of similar ordinances. “Atlantis Agenda” by Tommy Sealy plays. Wylen interviews writer and critic Bruce Bawer about his 1993 book, A Place at the Table: The Gay Individual in American Society. Wylen and Bawer reflect on the myth of a unified gay lifestyle, the possibilities that gay culture offers individual gay people, and Bawer’s belief in the central importance of assimilation. Wylen and Bawer discuss an article written by Rosamund Kayes for The Welcome Mat. “Share the Land” by The Guess Who plays. Bennett presents local news and announcements. “Standy By Your Man” by Lyle Lovett plays. Greg Gordon of This Way Out reports on 1993 elections, referendums, and ordinances. “Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream” by the Flirtations plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on an unknown date (November 14, 1993?). Delena Bennett presents national news updates including sexual abuse charges brought against Cardinal Joseph Bernadin of Chicago, IL, the withdrawing of official charges against Dr. Robert Gallo, growing opposition within gay and lesbian communities to the likely nomination of John Peyton for Assistant Attorney General of Civil Rights, organized boycotts of Apple products due to the company’s inclusive employee benefit policies regarding domestic partners, Cincinnati's preparation for public backlash and economic boycott due to the repealing of the non-discrimination ordinance, and increasing conflict in Missouri regarding the repeal and ban of similar ordinances. “Atlantis Agenda” by Tommy Sealy plays. Wylen interviews writer and critic Bruce Bawer about his 1993 book, A Place at the Table: The Gay Individual in American Society. Wylen and Bawer reflect on the myth of a unified gay lifestyle, the possibilities that gay culture offers individual gay people, and Bawer’s belief in the central importance of assimilation. Wylen and Bawer discuss an article written by Rosamund Kayes for The Welcome Mat. “Share the Land” by The Guess Who plays. Bennett presents local news and announcements. “Standy By Your Man” by Lyle Lovett plays. Greg Gordon of This Way Out reports on 1993 elections, referendums, and ordinances. “Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream” by the Flirtations plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on November 21, 1993. Delana Bennett presents national and international news updates. Wylen reads a letter received from a listener. “The Marine’s Lament, or The Pink Peril” by Fred Small plays. Wylen interviews author Larry Duplechan about his novel Captain Swing: A Love Story. “Sunshine” by Jonathon Edwards plays. Delena Bennett presents local news updates and announcements. Wylen plays a listener’s choice song, “Cowboys and Angels” by George Michael. Greg Gordon, Lucia Chapelle, and William Wayburn of This Way Out report on the impacts of recent election results and ballot measures on gays and lesbians in the United States. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on November 28, 1993. Delana Bennett presents national and international news updates. Wylen reflects on the acquittal of off-duty Philadelphia Police Officer, Tom Duffy, accused of the unprovoked brutalization of a gay man, Carl Vetter. An excerpt of “I Shot the Sherriff” by Eric Clapton plays. Wylen interviews former New York Police Department Lieutenant Stephen Leinan about his book, Gay Cops. A WXPN endorsement plays. Delena Bennett presents local news updates and announcements. An excerpt of “I Fought the Law” by the Clash plays. Wylen interviews a gay State Trooper identified with the alias, “Ray.” “Ray” discusses his experience as a gay man, a law enforcement officer, and airforce veteran. Wylen interviews Cheryl McClenny-Brooker and Jeremiah White about “Day Without Art.” Wylen advertises the premier of the Comedy Central program Out There and signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on December 5, 1993. Wylen presents national and international news updates. “Lay Your Burden Down” by Dan Martin. Wylen interviews Dan Martin and Grant King about their careers as gay musicians and their involvement with OutMusic. “Ghosts” by Grant King plays. A public service announcement skit plays. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “My Father’s Hands” by Tret Fure plays. Josie Cattogio of This Way Out interviews editor Rakesh Ratti about her work on the anthology A Lotus of Another Color: An Unfolding of the South Asian Gay and Lesbian Experience. “Walkin’ Round in Women’s Underwear” by Bob Rivers plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on December 12, 1993. Wylen presents national and international news updates. “Silent Legacy” by Melissa Etheridge plays. Wylen interviews author Edmund White about his book Genet: A Biography. “Have Mercy on the Criminal” by Elton John plays. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “Called Out of Hiding” by Tom McCormack plays. An excerpt of “When I Needed You” by Erasure plays. Dave Buell of This Way Out reads a birthday dedication to his childhood best friend, Randy. “When Ye Go Away” by The Waterboys and “The Long Road” by Cliff Eberhardt play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on December 19, 1993. Wylen presents national and international news updates. “Stand and Fight” by James Taylor plays. Wylen interviews comic and actor Jason Stewart about publicly coming out as gay on the daytime talk show, Geraldo. “Listen To My Own Voice” by Darden Smith plays. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” by Elton John and RuPaul plays. John Beaupre of This Way Out reports from Los Angeles, California on the advocacy efforts of high school students in Fountain Valley, California. “Why” by Andrea Katz plays. An excerpt from “Streets of Philadelphia” by Bruce Springsteen plays. Alonso Duralde of This Way Out presents a review of the film Philadelphia. “Real Man” by Joe Jackson plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on January 2, 1994. Wylen announces the death of musician and activist Michael Callen from AIDS related complications. Wylen presents national and international news updates. Wylen presents a biography of Michael Callen. “Crazy World” by Michael Callen plays. Wylen interviews Doug about his experiences with alcohol addiction. “Living In Wartime” by Michael Callen plays. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “Lida Rose” and “Boy From New York City” by The Flirtations play. “Love Don’t Need a Reason” and “How to Have Sex” by Michael Callen play. “My Buddy/I’ll Be Seeing You” by The Flirtations and “Home” by Michael Callen play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays; Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on February 13, 1994. Wylen thanks listeners for their contributions to his on-air fundraiser, hosted during the previous episode. Wylen discusses his success in being awarded the Golden Reel from the National Federation of Community Broadcasters for his Gaydreams broadcast on October 9, 1993, discussing “the closet” with interviewees. Wylen presents national news updates including the failure of anti-gay campaigns to organize support in Maine, while similar efforts prove successful in Nevada, ongoing delays in the implementation of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” military policy, an employment suit filed against Gay Men’s Health Crisis of New York City for AIDS-based discrimination, the banning of National Man Boy Love Association (NAMBLA) and similar organizations from any participation in the festivities concerning the 25th Anniverary of the Stonewall Riots, the same committee’s refusal to change the name of the event to include drag queens, bisexual, and transgender people, radical calls to action made by gay rights advocate, Michael Peterelis, and an upcoming media awards show hosted by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation. “I Think We’re Alone Now” by Tommy James and the Shondells plays. Wylen interviews Larry Gross about his book Contested Closets: The Politics and Ethics of Outing. “Called Out of Hiding” by Tom McCormack plays. Wylen presents local news and announcements. “Calling Captain Autumn” by Haircut 100 plays. Wylen continues his interview with Larry Gross. “A Murder of One” by Counting Crows plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Unnamed members introduce the experimental performance group, Big Bang Buffet. A series of performances follow, including "Plaguing Idiots” written by Lisa Cordes, featuring music by Greg Mackender and performances by Lisa Cordes, Scott Cordes, Lorainne Milburn, Danny Thompson, Chris Clark, and Ron McGee, “Jeff’s Letters” written by Jeff Stein and performed by by Jon “Piggy” Cupit, “Soup” written by Lisa Cordes and performed by Marlene Mujica, “Antigone in Kansas” written and performed by Mark Manning and featuring music by Caleb Belknap, and “The Things we Know About Tim, or Time, or Both” written by Lisa Cordes, featuring music by Greg Mackender and performances by Lisa Cordes and Lorainne Milburn. Recording and post-production engineering by Dave Buell and Greg Mackender. Unnamed members announce names of performances and assign credits. “I Choose Life” by Rumors of the Big Wave plays.