Full Circle (the Podcast) with Charles Tyson, Jr. and Martha Madrigal

Oct 11, 2026 · 1h 12m

Charles & Martha were excited to sit down with Lauren Albrecht, Garden State Equality's Senior Director of Advocacy & Organizing, friend of the Pod, friend in life, and one of the hardest-working queers in New Jersey!They talked about her work with GSE and their ongoing fight for LGBTQ rights and protections under the law in New Jersey and beyond. They also discussed the importance of voting, how to stay engaged in the good fight, and so much more!LEARN MORE About Garden State EqualityGET INVOLVED------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Sep 27, 2026 · 2h 24m

In This Episode, We Talk About:It's Bisexuality Awareness Season, y'all...feeling aware yet?We speed-run through the nonsense.We decide to dive into Tyler Perry's universe...but can we get back out?...and so much more!READ: Tarpey-Schwed LGBT Families Children’s Book CollectionCHECK OUT THE 2026 Emmy Awards: Complete List of WinnersREAD: The Guide To Anti-Trans Democrats In The 2026 Elections, By State--FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Essa Ta Quente" by Chase & Status (ft. Skrillex)Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:  APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFYDOWNLOAD The Coqui App Today------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Sep 24, 2026 · 32m

Charles & Martha were thrilled to sit down with the one and only John Cameron Mitchell.They talked about his one-night-only performance in Philadelphia, the 25th anniversary of the film "Hedwig & the Angry Inch," why queer punks are more important now than ever...and so much more!GET TICKETS to An Evening With John Cameron MitchellGET TICKETS to the Hedwig 25th Anniversary Tour------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Sep 7, 2026 · 2h 14m

In This Episode, We Talk About:Everyone, everywhere, all at once misses Dolly PartonNew Jersey is now even more of an LGBTQ+ sanctuary state than everMAGA needs to clean their own damned house"Dancing In A-Yard" sparks a conversation about true rehabilitation through the arts...and so much more!--FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "She's My Religion" by WillowFifteen Minute Faves Playlist:  APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFYDOWNLOAD KanopyDOWNLOAD The Coqui App Today------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Aug 10, 2026 · 1h 48m

In This Episode, We Talk About:Now Michelle Visage is coming for the children...or something.A "Christian" Food Bank says, if you support the queers, then you STARVE...because Jesus loves you!MAGA men discover bath houses...and so much more!--FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Haiku" by SpilataFifteen Minute Faves Playlist:  APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFYDOWNLOAD The Coqui App Today------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Aug 1, 2026 · 2h 2m

Charles and Martha sat down with dancer, writer, scholar and friend, Dr. Gregory King.They discussed the cultural impact of Cats: The Jellicle Ball and its disappointing early closing announcement.They also touched on:Revivals vs. new works in advancing racial and LGBTQ+ representationKeeping marginalized stories alive beyond limited runsHow white supremacy shapes arts funding and decision-making...and so much more!--READ Dr. Gregory King's Essay: "When the Ball Ends Early (What Broadway Just Told Us About Whose Creativity Gets to Last)"FOLLOW GREGORY:FacebookInstagramSubstack------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Jul 22, 2026 · 2h 53m

In This Episode, We Talk About:Now they're going after Title IX altogether...told ya!Lady G has gone to that great closet in the sky...or somewhere.Cats: The Jellicle Ball is sheer perfection...and deserves so much better!READ: Dr. Gregory King's Essay: "When the Ball Ends Early (What Broadway Just Told Us About Whose Creativity Gets to Last)"READ: 1776-2026: The Moments That Defined Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Rights in AmericaCHECK OUT Flags For Good--FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "The Loneliness" by The Vampire LestatFifteen Minute Faves Playlist:  APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFYDOWNLOAD The Coqui App Today------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Jul 9, 2026 · 1h 0m

In this episode, Charles sat down with poet, author, and hip-hop scholar Tony Keith, Jr.They discussed the themes of identity, love, and representation in Tony's poetry collection Knucklehead, the importance of creating positive narratives for young black boys, the black, gay man as a positive role model for youth, their shared love of hip-hop, and so much more!LEARN MORE ABOUT Tony Keith, Jr.GET YOUR COPY OF "Knucklehead"- (rebroadcast of Episode #139 Season 4 originally released 3/24/25)------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio

Jun 17, 2026 · 41m

Charles sat down with queer author Kathy Anderson to discuss her new collection of short stories entitled "Vamoose."They also talked about the attraction toward "complicated women," the colorful, literary backdrop that is the city of Philadelphia, humor and hope as a driving force for change...and so much more!--Get Your Copy of "Vamoose"Learn More About Kathy------------------------------------------------Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREONVISIT Our Website!SHOP Our Merch Store!Visit our LinktreeCheck out Medway Pride Radio