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Bert Wylen interviews former Major League Baseball umpire Dave Pallone on September 2, 1990 about his book Behind the Mask: My Double Life in Baseball. Material used in broadcasts of WXPN’s Gaydreams.
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Bert Wylen interviews Patricia Nell Warren on October 9, 1995 about her 1974 and 1995 novels, The Front Runner and Harlan’s Race. Material used in broadcasts of WXPN’s Gaydreams.
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Bert Wylen presents "Give Me Those Moments: Parents Remember Their Gay Sons Who Died of AIDS," broadcast on October 13, 1993. 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.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on April 24, 1994. “Aquarius/Let the Sun Shine In” by Fifth Dimension plays. Wylen introduces A rebroadcast of a National Coming Out Day program originally aired on KKFI, Kansas City's The Tenth Voice, and hosted by Dave Buell in October 1991. Buell presents a chronicle of coming out stories by Wayne Ferris, Carly Engle, Linda May, Ben Thomas, and Doug Morgan, and featuring “Behind Blue Eyes” by the Who, “How Did You Find Me Here” by David Wilcox, “I Will Stand Fast” by Fred Small, “The Rock Will Wear Away” by Holly Near , and “We Shall Go Forth!” by Margie Adams. “All We Really Have Is Our Soul”by Tracy Chapman and “One Less Bell To Answer” by The Fifth Dimension plays. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on May 22, 1994. Steven McKenzie presents national news updates including ongoing legal proceedings in the suit filed by expelled Naval Academy student, Joseph Steffan, against the Department of Defence, the early effects of the “Don’t Pursue” addendum to “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” studies indicating pervasive discrimination against lesbian and gay patients and doctors in the medical field, controversy regarding alleged New York Police Department tactics to prevent anti-gay violence at Gay Games 1995, the British Broadcasting Corporation’s (BBC) extension of paid leave for honeymoons to gay and lesbian couples, a gay prom hosted by the Los Angeles School District, and concerns in Atlanta, GA regarding the impact of anti-gay state policies and protests on proceedings for the Olympics. “I’m Going All the Way” by Sounds of Blackness plays. Wylen interviews activist Mandy Carter in the Washington, DC offices of the Human Rights Campaign Fund (HRCF). Wylen and Carter discuss her history and continued activism focusing on gay and lesbian black people. “If These Are the Things” by Tracy Chapman plays. McKenzie presents local news updates and announcements. “Song for Adam” by Jackson Browne, “No Souvenirs” by Melissa Etheridge, “Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm” by Crash Test Dummies, and “Housework” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on January 1, 1995. Wylen presents national news updates including ongoing legal proceedings in the case of dismissed Navy Machinist, Mark Phillips, controversy regarding the artwork of W. Maxwell Lawten, the deaths of John Boswell and Martin Caprow due to AIDS related complications, progress in the development of an AIDS vaccine, the success of a gay couple in maintaining their custody of a foster child, a Florida court’s reversal of an adoption upon disclosure of the adoptive parent’s HIV-positive status, and the release of a report on anti-gay homicides. “Bricks and Bottles” from Tom Wilson Weinberg’s musical Ten Percent Revue and “When We Were Friends” by Ted Fox play. Wylen reflects on the development of his drag persona, Vivian Louise. “Wildflower” by Skylark and “Pray For Rain” by Tom McCormack play. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “Love’s the Survivor” by Jeff Krasner, “Let There Be Peace” by Casselberry-Dupreé, “A Mystery to Me” by Andrea Katz, “Boyfriend Wanted” by Pansy Division, “Constant Thing (I Was Raised A Straight Boy)” by Jesse Hultberg, and “Everything Possible” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen interviews Catholic priest and psychotherapist Father John McNeil on March 11, 1995 about his book Freedom, Glorious Freedom: The Spiritual Journey to the Fullness of Life for Gays and Lesbians and Everyone Else. McNeil discusses his own homosexuality, his introduction to gay ministry, and his eventual founding of Dignity Ministry in New York City. Wylen and McNeil examine the homophobia championed by many Christian groups, while McNeil argues its incompatibility with the core tenets of Christianity, the revelations of Jesus Christ, and biblical teachings. McNeil and Wylen discuss the essentially tolerant and accepting nature of the Christian God and Christian spirituality, citing human interpretation of scripture as flawed. Material used in broadcasts of WXPN’s Gaydreams.
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Bert Wylen presents the final episode of Gaydreams, broadcast on March 24, 1996. 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. “Sit On My Face” by Monty Python, “The Stones From Helen’s Field” by Chris Williamson and Tret Fury, and “People Got to Be Free” by The Rascals play. Wylen discusses his history with Gaydreams and reads a letter written to him by a listener. “Changes” by David Bowie, “Love Worth Fighting For” by Michael Callen, and “Something Inside (So Strong)” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams broadcast on January 13, 1991. Wylen signs on as an unidentified song plays. “From This Moment On” by Jimmy Sommerville plays. Wylen interviews author Patrick Moore about his book, This Every Night. Moore reads a selection from the novel. “Love Has No Pride” by Bonnie Raitt plays. Cindy Freidman and Mark Saccomano of This Way Out present Newswrap, a program of national and international news updates. “I Want Your Sex” by George Michael plays. Wylen interviews Greg Meyers about his life and dance career. Wylen and Meyers discuss Tales of the Lavender Clan, choreographed by Meyers. Wylen presents local announcements. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on November 1, 1992. A sample from “It Started All Over” by The Flirtations plays. “Read My Lips” by A Thousand Points of Night plays. Wylen interviews journalist Donna Minkowitz about her reports on the Republican National Convention and the Log Cabin Republicans. “America” by Bigod 20 plays. Cindy Freidman and Brian Nuñes of This Way Out present, NewsWrap, reporting national news updates including findings of international studies reporting regional perceptions of gays and lesbians and people with AIDS, similar research conducted in New Zealand, continued developments in Frank Battino’s discrimination lawsuit against the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), ongoing conflict regarding sodomy laws in Kentucky, Sacramento, California City Council’s passing of laws recognizing and protecting domestic partnerships, East Lansing, Michigan City Council’s passing of legislation extending health benefits to domestic partners of non-union city employees, increasing local hostility leading members of the Womens Land commune to seek refuge outside of Oregon, reports of improving turnout at Oregon-based Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) meetings, the establishment of Lamdba Emergency Scholarhship fund, Paul Monette and Dorothy Allison’s nomination for National Book Awards, and the establishment of a real Whistle Stop Café in Juliette, Georgia after the filming of Fried Green Tomtatoes. “Political Science” by Randy Newman plays. Wylen interviews activist Bob Hattoy about his political development, relationship with Bill and Hillary Clinton, and his speech at the 1992 Democratic National Convention. Pacifica National News presents Wylen’s report on Lynn Yeakel’s bid for Senate, featuring interviews with G. Terry Madonna and Janet Mason. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on May 10, 1992. An excerpt of “It Started All Over” by the Flirtations plays. “A Salty Dog” by Procal Harum plays. Wylen interviews Navy sailor Greg Monsma at the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Leadership Conference. Wylen and Monsma discuss his experiences in the Navy and later activism protesting the military’s policies regarding sexuality. “Wooden Ships” by Jefferson Airplane and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” by the Gay Men’s Chorus of New York City play. Cindy Freidman and Greg Gordon of This Way Out present Newswrap, a program of national and international news updates. Wylen dedicates a song to a fan of the radioshow, Jay, for his 25th birthday. “These Eyes” by The Guess Who plays. Greg Gordon of This Way Out reports from L.A. on the L.A. riots and the verdict reached by the jury in the case against the police officers who beat Rodney King. “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me” by Oleta Adams and “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on May 24, 1992. An excerpt of “It Started All Over” by the Flirtations plays. “Out in the Country” by the Outband plays. Wylen interviews Outband singer, Doug Stevens, and fiddler, John Cordes about the proliferation of gay country music. “Everytime He Sees Me” by the Outband plays. Wylen’s interview with the Outband continues. “Girlfriends” by the Outband plays. Cindy Freidman and Greg Gordon of This Way Out present Newswrap, a program of national and international news updates. Creepin’ Midnight by Seatrain plays. Greg Gordon of This Way Out reports on the firing of the San Francisco Police Chief in the aftermath of the L.A. riots. “City of New Orleans” by Arlo Guthrie plays. Wylen advertises an upcoming performance of the play, Jerker or a Helping Hand and signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
