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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.

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The Impossible Dream -On Repeat

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.

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CULTURE

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By Michael Fox

Defying Genre Constraints and Embracing a Narrative-Driven Approach

Do Your Investments Support LGBTQ+ Equality?

NEWS

Do Your Investments Support LGBTQ+ Equality?

By Michael Fox

Your financial decisions have the power to influence corporate practices, challenge harmful systems, and promote a culture of inclusivity.

Rise of the Queer Republican

NEWS

Rise of the Queer Republican

By William Cameron

An odd paradox considering the GOP’s embrace of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and legislation

Electoral Politics, Queers, and the Tilt-a-Whirl of 2024: Two Starkly Different Pathways for the LGBTQ+ Community Following the Presidential Election

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.

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CULTURE

Brooke VanDevelder

By William Cameron

Inviting Viewers to Explore Beneath the Surface.

Corsicana marks its 10th anniversary in 2024

CULTURE

Corsicana marks its 10th anniversary in 2024

By William Cameron

Celebrating a decade of growth, evolution, and emotional depth in Denver’s indie music scene.

A Corporate Retreat From DEI Initiatives

NEWS

A Corporate Retreat From DEI Initiatives

By William Cameron

Molson Coors, Ford Motor Company, John Deere, Lowe's, Harley-Davidson, Brown-Forman, Tractor Supply Co., among other large companies doing away with DEI initiatives.

20-Years of Metromode: Celebrating Colorado’s LGBTQ+ Voices and Vision

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.

Denver Celebrates 50 Years of Pride: A Golden Jubilee

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.

Jonathan Saiz

CULTURE

Jonathan Saiz

By Michael Fox

Exploring realized dreams and those left unfulfilled.

Understanding Intra-Community Toxicity in the LGBTQ+ Community

NEWS

Understanding Intra-Community Toxicity in the LGBTQ+ Community

By David Radinoff

Episodes of hostility, exclusion, and infighting that raise questions about why members of an already marginalized group would turn on one another.

Putin’s Homophobia Is Advancing LGBTQ Rights in Ukraine

NEWS

Putin’s Homophobia Is Advancing LGBTQ Rights in Ukraine

By Michael Fox

Many Have Begun to Associate Anti-Gay Bigotry With Imperial Aggression.

Surge in Crisis Calls Among Colorado LGBTQ+ Youth After Trump’s 2024 Election Win Sparks Concern

NEWS

Surge in Crisis Calls Among Colorado LGBTQ+ Youth After Trump’s 2024 Election Win Sparks Concern

By William Cameron

In the wake of a divisive election, Colorado’s LGBTQ+ youth are being urged to lean on one another and take comfort in the resilience of their communities.

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