Opening the Doors at Calvary
by Tricia Dewey Calvary Episcopal Church is preparing for its 104th year of the Lenten...
Peace is the New Wealth
by Zack Orsborn Peace is the new wealth, especially in a world that never seems...
Between Worlds: Wellness and Bisexual Men in Memphis
by Ray Rico ——————————— Conversations about LGBTQ+ health often leave a large gap. We hear...
Stay Golden: The Outsiders Brings Grit, Heart, and Power to...
Special to Focus The Outsiders arrives at the Orpheum Theatre with a force that feels...
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist...
by William Smythe Massage therapist, Ben Youngphotos by Korey Coker Sometime in 2019, I woke...
A Year of Growth and Momentum for the MidSouth LGBT...
by Erin Swinney colorful silk textured fabric surface for design purpose As we enter a...
Refocus and Redefine Your Needs 
Shadeau Rhodes, LCSW, CFTP Therapist at Ferren Family Counseling LLC  “What needs your attention today?”  This...
Memphis Zine Fest: How Queer Underground Publications Build
by Gabriella Lindsay Why Zines Matter by Markayla Lovephotos by Gabriella Lindsay The Memphis Zine...
At the Table With Intention
by Chef Eli Townsend Chef Eli Townsend I am excited for you to take this...
Digging Deep in the New Year
by Briar Brakhage Maria Tyszka. Proprietor of Lucyja Hyggephoto by Briar Brakhage At the start...
Interview with Nico Ochoa: Finding Identity and Joy on Stage...
Interview with Nico Ochoa: Finding Identity and Joy on Stage in & Juliet Thanksgiving week,...
Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
by Vaniel Simmons In its simplest form, advocacy means speaking up—whether for yourself or on...
The Art of Well-Being: On Stage and Off 
by Cary Vaughn When the house lights dim and the stage comes to life in...
Protecting Families, Protecting Futures: Susan Mackenzie’s Legal Legacy
by Ray Rico Susan Mackenzie For nearly four decades, Susan Mackenzie, she/her, has been a...
Introducing a New Flavor at Focus: At the Table with...
Special to Focus Chef Eli Townsend Focus LGBT Magazine is thrilled to welcome Chef Eli...
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Opening the Doors at Calvary
by Tricia Dewey Calvary Episcopal Church is preparing for its 104th year of the Lenten Preaching Series, held during the...
Peace is the New Wealth
Peace is the New Wealth
by Zack Orsborn Peace is the new wealth, especially in...
Between Worlds: Wellness and Bisexual Men in Memphis
Between Worlds: Wellness and Bisexual Men in Memphis
by Ray Rico ——————————— Conversations about LGBTQ+ health often leave...
Stay Golden: The Outsiders Brings Grit, Heart, and Power to Memphis
Stay Golden: The Outsiders Brings Grit, Heart, and Power to Memphis
Special to Focus The Outsiders arrives at the Orpheum Theatre...
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
by William Smythe Massage therapist, Ben Youngphotos by Korey Coker...

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More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
by William Smythe Massage therapist, Ben Youngphotos by Korey Coker Sometime in 2019, I woke up with sciatica. It got...
Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
by Vaniel Simmons In its simplest form, advocacy means speaking...
Small Acts of Kindness: How the Mama Bears are Changing the World
Small Acts of Kindness: How the Mama Bears are Changing the World
by Chris Pepple In 2014, Liz Dyer had a simple...
WeCare TN Enters Its Change Era with the Southern Trans Celebration
WeCare TN Enters Its Change Era with the Southern Trans Celebration
by Tricia Dewey Jasmine Tasaki, executive director of WeCare TN,...
Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth: Essential Mental Health Resources
Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth: Essential Mental Health Resources
by Jennifer Ferren, LPC-MHSP, NCC, ACS In today's world, young...

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What Karaoke Night Reveals

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by Briar Brakhage It was a Thursday night in Midtown Memphis, and a karaoke singer tied their oversized flannel around their waist over a crushed-velvet mini-dress, howling at the moon

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Peace is the New Wealth
by Zack Orsborn Peace is the new wealth, especially in a world that never seems to stop buzzing. I want...
Stay Golden: The Outsiders Brings Grit, Heart, and Power to Memphis
Stay Golden: The Outsiders Brings Grit, Heart, and Power to Memphis
Special to Focus The Outsiders arrives at the Orpheum Theatre...
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
by William Smythe Massage therapist, Ben Youngphotos by Korey Coker...
Memphis Zine Fest: How Queer Underground Publications Build
Memphis Zine Fest: How Queer Underground Publications Build
by Gabriella Lindsay Why Zines Matter by Markayla Lovephotos by...
At the Table With Intention
At the Table With Intention
by Chef Eli Townsend Chef Eli Townsend I am excited...
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