Join DJ Sir Daniel as he hosts 'I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife.' In this episode, he features Mashaun D. Simon, a native of Atlanta, who shares his journey of duality, balancing his identity as a Black gay man and answering the call to ministry. They discuss the inclusivity of Atlanta for Black queer individuals, the diminishing number of Black-owned queer spaces, and the impact of HIV on their community. In the full episode, Mashaun reflects on his late brother, Hollis, and the influence on his own life choices, while also delving into his personal nightlife experiences and the challenges of conforming to societal expectations. This heartfelt conversation sheds light on the unique challenges and triumphs of Black queer life in Atlanta.

I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife strives to tell the stories of Atlanta's gay nightlife from the perspective of the people who lived it.

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Topics: #IComeAlive #MashaunDSimon #Atlanta #LGBTQIA+ #QueerCulture #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast

A special thanks to the Counter Narrative Project Media Roundtable 2024.

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