Stories
CULTURE
The Impossible Dream -On Repeat
By Tayler Smith
Mike Broemmel contemplated taking his own life sitting in The White House bathroom sharpening a wooden pencil checking the point on his wrist until a provoking idea crossed his mind. Broemmel scribbled his ideas down on the toilet paper roll next to him, and soon after that his life drastically changed. Mike Broemmel is more than a playwright; he is an inspiring activist and cultured artist unraveling historic events and bringing forth the truth of the past.
FEATURE
Electoral Politics, Queers, and the Tilt-a-Whirl of 2024: Two Starkly Different Pathways for the LGBTQ+ Community Following the Presidential Election
By Mike Broemmel
November 5, 2024, will mark a transformative election that has the potential to shift the manner in which the nation is governed for a generation or possibly even longer. The outcome of the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump showdown will usher in starkly different consequences for the LGBTQ+ community in the immediate and long-term future.
PUBLISHER'S NOTE
20-Years of Metromode: Celebrating Colorado’s LGBTQ+ Voices and Vision
By William Cameron
Welcome to Metromode Magazine’s 20th Anniversary Issue—a milestone that signifies not just two decades of storytelling, advocacy, and celebration but also the resilience, courage, and vibrancy of Colorado’s LGBTQ+ community.
FEATURE
Denver Celebrates 50 Years of Pride: A Golden Jubilee
By William Cameron
This year, Denver's Pride Fest reaches a significant milestone: its 50th anniversary. Celebrating five decades of love, diversity, and the LGBTQ+ community is an incredible achievement. As we commemorate this golden jubilee, it's essential to reflect on the history, evolution, and impact of Denver's Pride Fest—a celebration that has grown from a humble gathering to one of the largest Pride events in the nation.
