HSSS brought the crew & fans back to one of our favorite San Diego restaurants, Top Chef hottie Rich Sweeney‘s R Gang Eatery in Hillcrest. Sipping down a couple of $5 signature cocktails from RGE’s Happy Hour Refueled menu, Aaron & Ophelia winged it through their weeks filled with hysterical stories of camping trips, “river folk,” cliff diving, BBQs for Stonewall Citizens Patrol, the relocation of a sneaker hoarder & the need for a few new Nicky Awards categories. When the monkey bread & pork skewers hit the table, we dished one of our favorite TV shows, Big Brother, and gave predictions on which house guests will make it to the final four. After a few more signature cocktails, we wrapped up with some shout outs to viewers & friends watching from across the land. Big thanks to Sister Lona for helping out while Producer Kurt tended to his “kitty.” Read More
Aaron and the newly bronzed goddess that is Ophelia shared the Brass Rail studio spotlight with local event personality & gameshow host, HIV/AIDS activist, country singer & all around fun guy, Mike Dinwiddie. Mike’s had quite an interesting journey from office 9-to-5er to aspiring country music star, yet still remains a genuine gentleman. Active in the community, Mike’s participated in two AIDS Lifecycle bike rides from San Francisco to Los Angeles, helping to raise needed money for HIV & AIDS services. On top of that, he’s a social butterfly who mixes his out ‘n about with a little fun, hosting interactive trivia and other gameshow-inspired nights at The Hole including the popular Match Game, which returns September 16th to benefit AIDS Walk San Diego. Oh, and about that country music dream, Mike recorded a CD and this man has some chops. Read More
They Said kicked off this week’s roundtable of topics at our Brass Rail studio talking about two biggies: the President Obama’s DADT Repeal Certification and the 36th Annual Nicky Awards Nominations. Then, Courtney, Alejandra, Jerimiah, Kelly & Ian – all Nicky Award nominees individually and collectively for this here show – talked in depth about DADT, DOMA and the Respect for Marriage Act, the tragedy in Norway, the death of Amy Winehouse, Comic Con and Courtney’s big move back to the gayborhood. Then, the crew got personal when Producers asked, “would you date someone who was HIV+.” After some insightful discussion, Ian wrapped up with several upcoming events including AIDS Walk San Diego (there’s still time to join Team HSSS / They Said,) San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus “Guy Tunes” concert, Laugh Out Proud at Martini’s Above Fourth and Olive Onemore‘s Summer Splash event. Read More
If you love pianos, Broadway showtunes & lots of sparkle with your cocktails, then the legendary Caliph is your spot. Aaron & Ophelia enjoyed some signature Caliph hospitality out on the bar’s patio while getting busy chatting about this week’s news, topics & events. After recapping our weekends of sick dogs and San Diego Pride, we talked DOMA and the Senate Committee hearing about repealing the law, the pending repeal certification of DADT, Harry Potter‘s record-breaking opening weekend, Cinepolis luxury movie theater opening in Del Mar, Team HSSS & They Said for AIDS Walk San Diego and vagina hygiene – specifically in preparation for oral sex – thanks to some great tips from mommy blogger The Sexucator. Events not to miss include the 2011 Legacy Concert hosted by the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at The Center and the 36th Annual Nicky Awards Nomination Ceremony at Martinis Above Fourth. Stay cool & drink lots of water…it’s getting hot out there. Read More
Gearing up for a new sports news show coming soon to HSSS.tv, Ophelia & Aaron invited local sports guru & out athlete Jeff Praught to our Brass Rail studio for a chat about all things LGBT sports in San Diego. Jeff, who spends his days working as a producer/writer/statistician for the San Diego Padres, is a devoted sports fan and active player in several local leagues. We talked about everything from major athletes coming out to pool and dart leagues, swim meets, wrestling and rugby. Jeff is truly a one-stop-shop when it comes to San Diego’s gay sports activities and is passionate about the camaraderie created amongst the players, participants and fans. Learn what’s going on in our city’s active LGBT sports scene from the man who’s got his finger on the proverbial pulse. Ya, he’s a tall drink of hotness, too! Read More
