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Focus Mid-South

Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.
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PODCAST

Dolly Parton’s America

A nine-part podcast that explores a beloved American icon who brings us all together. A welcome journey to take in such divided times. From WNYC Studios. Artist credit: Christine de Carvalho.

BOOK

Tales of the City

Great read and perfect pair for the two TV shows both on Netflix, showcasing Barbary Lane in the 70s and then again in the present.

TV/STREAMING

Brigette Lundy-Paine

Netflix’s Atypical actress Brigette Lundy-Paine came out as non- binary this November on social media. This super talented babe stated that using they/them pronouns just feels right and we’re here for it! Image courtesy gettyimages.com.

MUSIC

Sam Smith

Awesome cover for “I Feel Love” by Donna Summer. So hot, that Target is actually using it in ads.

Picture of Focus Mid-South

Focus Mid-South

Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.
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