LGBTQIA+
Pride 2025 Picks: Queer-Owned Brands That Give
Celebrate Pride Month 2025, giving extra love to LGBTQIA+-owned businesses that uplift queer communities, donate profits, and show up year-round with purpose.
May 31, 2025
Cris Ascunce
Political
Stop Deporting America’s Future
A plan that welcomes immigrants, retrains American workers, and rebuilds U.S. industry—from the ground up.
April 9, 2025
My Best Plan
Queer Words Podcast
Join me as I share queer stories, personal truths, and read from “My Best Plan” on Queer Words Podcast.
March 26, 2025
Political
DEI: What It Really Means
An incisive takedown of DEI misinformation, exposing how right-wing narratives distort diversity, equity, and inclusion’s true value.
January 30, 2025
Environment
Transforming Diets, Mitigating Climate Change
Discover the global impact of reducing meat consumption and embracing plant-based meals for a healthier planet.
January 20, 2025
Resiliency
Fighting for Reproductive Rights
The fight for reproductive justice continues as advocacy organizations champion equitable healthcare and reproductive rights.
December 20, 2024
LGBTQIA+
The Real Bathroom Debate
The bathroom debate isn’t about transgender women—it’s about society’s mistrust of men and male violence.
December 9, 2024
Europe
Andalusia: A Tapestry of Culture, History, and Cuisine
Spain’s distinct architecture, fashion, cuisine, and culture make it an ideal destination for inspiration seekers.
November 30, 2024
Environment
The Eco-Friendly Guide to Holiday Trees
Discover sustainable Christmas tree alternatives and embrace eco-friendly traditions without compromising holiday cheer.
November 26, 2024
The Americas
Costa Rica: Biodiversity and Culture
Explore Costa Rica’s biodiversity, culture, and warm people across must-see destinations and natural wonders.
November 14, 2024
Europe
Zaragoza in 48 Hours: Falling in Love with Spain’s Hidden Gem
Discover the magic of Zaragoza’s Magdalena neighborhood, where history, romance, and world-famous flavors await at every turn.
November 11, 2024
My Best Plan
The Restless Renegade Podcast
Join me and host Marita Espada as we discuss “My Best Plan” and explore LGBTQ themes and creativity.
November 9, 2024
Environment
Curb your plastic waste
Changing a few products we use in our home will go a long way to reducing our plastic waste and saving our environment.
July 25, 2024
Europe
Get Bewitched in Northern Spain
With optimal weather, the north of Spain is the best place to visit in autumn.
July 10, 2024
Europe
Experience the Magic of Barcelona: Uncover its Hidden Gems
Barcelona clings to the Balearic Sea on Spain’s northeastern coast. It’s an international metropolis with good transportation, diverse neighborhoods, savory cuisine, and eccentric inhabitants.
June 30, 2024
LGBTQIA+
Carlos is dead
Charlie is finishing up her master’s thesis when she gets a letter from an old friend with surprising news.
January 9, 2024
Europe
Sevilla for an Authentic Spanish Vibe
Sevilla simply takes your breath away. Filled with an air of mystery and magic, every corner is hard to resist.
May 4, 2023
LGBTQIA+
“The Birdcage” and its continued relevance
Released in 1996, The Birdcage still holds high relevance amid today’s attacks on LGBTQIA+ people.
March 28, 2023
LGBTQIA+
Gender Queer Will Change Your Life
I wish the graphic novel Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe—who perfers e/em/eir pronouns— existed when I was coming of age. At 13, I would have
October 11, 2022
The Americas
Mexico City for an Impressive Día de los Muertos
Head to Mexico City between October 31 through November 2 for an impressive Día de los Muertos experience.
September 30, 2022
Europe
Daydream about Amsterdam in spring
Amsterdam’s charming architecture will have you roaming the city, stopping only to quench your thirst with an ice-cold Heineken.
September 1, 2022
Europe
Sitges is Calling
Sitges is a secluded Spanish coastal town, where flip flops and people-watching are the norm, and beaches and seafood are a must.
July 12, 2022
LGBTQIA+
Same-sex marriage all but guaranteed to be overturned
With the Supreme Court’s leaked draft opinion, inevitably leaving abortion up to the states, many are wondering if same-sex marriage and other LGBTQ+ rights are on the same course to be overturned.
May 17, 2022
LGBTQIA+
Let Them Play
Discriminatory laws, sidelining transgender athletes, are bing passed in state houses across the US. The problem is, they affect us all.
May 14, 2022
Europe
Next stop, Madrid
Madrid is a leading, world-class metropolis. It’s vibrant, historic, easy to get around, and inexpensive. You’ll love it as much as I do. Here are
April 10, 2022
Fitness
Marathon training philosophy for novice runners
Marathon training season is here, and I’ve got a simple plan you can follow to prepare for your first half- or full-marathon race.
January 31, 2022
Europe
Viva Valencia
Culturally rich and historically diverse. Get to know the Valencia, enjoy their cuisine, and learn about their history and architecture.
January 17, 2022
Europe
My favorite running routes in Europe
Oh, the Old World! It’s easy to fall in love with Europe. Each city I’ve ever visited there is uniquely charming. In my opinion, one
January 10, 2022
Food
A whole-food, plant-based switch
Switching to a whole-food, plant-based, diet is the best decision I’ve ever made. I’ve never looked back.
January 3, 2022