The Big Gay Radio Show tackles LGBTQ+ culture, music, and legislative battles in 2026
The latest episode of The Big Gay Radio Show aired on 6 January 2026, featuring guests Darcel Stevens, Jimi Houser, and Leah Heart, frontwoman of the band Lascivious. The show covered a mix of cultural discussions, legislative updates, and LGBTQIA+ community news from across the US.
Hosts Darcel Stevens and Jimi Houser opened the programme with a look at State Representative Michele Rayner’s final session in the Florida Legislature. They then shifted to California’s recent expansion of mental health services for LGBTQ+ youth.
Leah Heart joined the conversation to talk about forming Lascivious and the importance of authenticity in her music. She also shared her experiences as a bisexual artist in Tampa Bay’s music scene and the challenges of navigating identity in creative spaces. The discussion later turned to divisions among Evangelical Christians over biblical interpretations. The group also weighed in on Bowen Yang’s recent public dispute with Representative Jasmine Crockett. On The Big Gay After Show, the conversation continued with Heart, covering topics like the ICE shooting of Renee Nicole Good and plans for Winter Pride Saint Pete. The hosts also shared updates on the Avatar film franchise and highlighted more regional LGBTQ+ news.
The episode provided a platform for both local and national LGBTQ+ issues, from legislative changes to artistic representation. Listeners heard perspectives on community challenges, cultural developments, and upcoming events in the Tampa Bay area.
