In today's episode our hosts met to recap what we've done this season and discuss the future of South Dakota Uncloseted. Consider this the season finale and take a listen to what may be in store for future seasons!Follow us on social media:-Facebook - South Dakota: Uncloseted-Instagram - @sduncloseted

This week we had the pleasure to meet with Todd Anderson (bisexual, he/him, 25 years old) of Box Elder, SD. Todd shares on the unique experiences and challenges associated with growing up as a bisexual individual. He helps us clarify and dispel stigmas and stereotypes surrounding the bisexual community. Todd is a wealth of knowledge and helped us define some different terms/labels utilized within the queer community. VoQUEERbulary Words:-Beard-CompHet-Unicorn-OmnisexualFollow us on socia...

This week we met with Kameron Nelson (he/him), born and raised in Rapid City, SD but currently residing in Sioux Falls, SD. Kameron shares his coming out story, and how his life experiences have shaped his current worldview. Kameron also shares on finding his “safe spaces” in school and extracurricular activities, and the road that led him to his current campaign for SD Legislature in District 10. Kameron tells of the importance of local government and his stance of “if you don’t like somethi...

On this week's episode we meet with Quincy Stevens (27 years old) from Sioux Falls who identifies as a trans man. His story starts with him initially coming out as a lesbian before setting out to start his collegiate athletic career; and it concludes with him beginning his transition at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Quincy opens up to us about the interesting differences between presenting as each gender, as well as how he feels about finally living as his most authentic self.&nbs...

This week we met virtually with our guest Jenny English (asexual, she/her, 41 years old) of Salem, SD. Jenny shares on her understanding of sexuality, intimacy, and the unique experiences of identifying as an asexual person. Jenny also tells us of her relocating from a larger city to Sale, SD (population 1,183). She discusses the ways she has adapted and fostered an online community to feel see, heard, and connect with her community from a distance. VoQUEERbulary words:*Asexual*Demisexua...

Meagan and Ana traveled to the state capital this weekend to celebrate Pierre Area Pride! Check out the mini interviews we were able to conduct! Check out these resources mentioned in the interviews:-Pierre Area Center for Equality: https://www.facebook.com/pierreequality/-Lost & Found: https://resilienttoday.org/-988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 for 24 hour suicide and mental health crisis supportFollow us on social media:-Facebook - South Dakota: Uncloseted-Ins...

In today's episode we interview Toni Diamond of Rapid City, (she/her, lesbian/trans woman, 53y/o). Toni is an ex-Marine, the vice president for the Black Hills Center for Equality, the first transgendered person to run for the SD state legislature, and one of Advocate Magazine's 2021 Champions of Pride. She talks about the upcoming Black Hills Pride Festival from July 8-10 in Rapid City. Toni also discusses how she persevered through out the many challenges in her life to fi...

Today we sit down with Tess Amen (29 y/o, lesbian, she/her). She is a recent transplant to South Dakota from Seattle, WA. She discusses finding her place under the queer umbrella and second guessing whether she was worthy of identifying as queer. Follow Tess on Instagram at @tessamen. And watch her and her partner, Marlo, as they remodel their trailer by following them on Instagram at @littletrailerontheprairie.VoQUEERbulary*Queer*Fruit FlyFollow us on social media:-Facebook - South Dakota: U...

On today, June 27th, we are recognizing National HIV Testing Day! Ana got the chance to sit down with Jessica and Alf at Volunteers of America - Northern Rockies in Rapid City to briefly discuss the HIV prevention, testing and Ryan White Program services they offer. For more information on HIV services provided by Volunteers of America, please check out https://voahiv.org/. If you are interested in free HIV testing, please contact VOA at 605-341-8336. For more free HIV and other testing ...

On today's episode we visit with Marlo Kapsa (29 y/o, lesbian, she/her). Marlo hails from Belle Fourche. She moved away after high school to attend college in Montana and then started her career in Seattle, WA. Ten years later the open spaces, easy access to recreation, and a slower paced life in South Dakota called her back home. Today she is helping to give back to the queer community by serving on the board and as a mentor for the South Dakota Women and Trans Musicians Network....