Throwing Light – The Movement is a unique talk show/meetup that highlights issues we normally shy away from in the LGBTQIA+ community. No more throwing shade. It’s time to throw light. Transphobia, HIV shaming, fem shaming, drug use, racism and so many more issues that hurt us will be addressed over the course of Throwing Light. We also will discuss ways to face these issues to improve the mental health in our community through leadership, education, music, drag, and other art.
Each talk show/meetup is an open discussion of ways to help our community come closer together and understand our challenges. We ask the LGBTQIA+ community to look inward to make the changes we need that will give us the freedom and respect to live our lives. Nothing is off the table. Let’s end the era of throwing shade. If there is any community issue you want to face, bring it to Throwing Light!
Throwing Light is hosted by Louis Toliver Jr. a.k.a. LTJ Reads (Mr. Austin Eagle 2024). Episodes are recorded live on Zoom every Sunday at 6:30pm. The Zoom ID is – 988 325 5023 – there are a variety of guests discussing a variety of topics. Full episodes are posted on LouisToliverJr.com. If there is a pre-recorded special, it will be posted on Wednesdays (specials happen for events or with themes).
* June episodes will be posted this month to stay on schedule. Past episodes will be weaved in each week. Please check back for updates to the 2024 Guest list. *
Throwing Light supports ASHwell Sexual Health + Wellness. ASHwell empowers central Texans by providing sexual health and wellness services that serve the body, mind and spirit. Having access to local resources such as medical care, supportive programs, community engagement, and policy advocacy in our community is so important. In support of ASHwell, we will ask for donations every meetup rather on Instagram or Zoom. Please visit ashwellatx.org for more information and how to donate.
Throw Light Guest Interviews/Specials (2024)
January
7th – Episode 1: Unavailable
14th – Episode 2: Moe (Ms. Austin Eagle 2024)
21st – Episode 3: Pedro Coronado (Mr. RGV Leather 2023)
28th – Episode 4: Michael Cole (Mr. Third Coast Leather 2023)
Louis Toliver Jr 