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Gay Thursday: Colton Ford Redux

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This post is just to say how much respect there is for Colton Ford in these parts. Soon he'll show up in the work environs to help out with a PSA in addition to coming out for the meet and greet at Love Out Loud . As the Walk and the fund-raiser approach, there are eight items available on eBay to help us out with raising funds. They are (1) Brokeback Moutain collector's edition from HX magazine, (2) the Love Out Loud commemorative t-shirt, (3) two Sheryl Lee Ralph autographed POZ magazines, (4) Three Law & Order:CI autographed scripts with head shots, and .(5) an autographed photo from Brandon Buddy of One Life to Live .

The Wednesday Word: Contribution

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Ilene Kristen and Thorsten Kaye got the ball rolling on 17 May 2006 at Prohibition and they're still here doing the good deeds they are both known for. contribution One entry found. Entry Word: contribution Function: noun Text: a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution Synonymsalms, benefaction, beneficence, charity, donation, philanthropy Related Wordsoffering, tithe; bequest, endowment, legacy; aid, assistance, relief, welfare; grant, subsidy

Tuesday Talent: Timothy Scott, A Reason to Walk the Walk

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Hello, One of the inspirations for participation in AIDS Walk is having known a talented person that went away much too soon. What follows is a post from the last three years about him followed by a letter written by him. He was a delightful person. Would that the universe would send us more like him. Living in Florence, Italy provides an opportunity to meet a wide variety of people. It was especially true in that threshold of time when the decadent 70s were over and the world was on the verge of what might very well be called the greatest health crisis of the 20th century. In that small pocket of time it seems, in retrospect, that there were some idyllic experiences in spite of living in the onslaught of the world according to Ronald Reagan. One of those happy times occurred when Timothy Scott arrived in the heart of Tuscany. He was a bundle of energy that simply wanted to enjoy everything around him. He was a dancer. He was a singer -- and that was only in his day to day life. He was

Monday Musing: Evan Alex Cole

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This young man is brand new to the legendary Soap Opera As the World Turns . His first air date is April 30. Soaps.com tells us that he "will play Hunter. The character will be thrown into the mix as Emily's new business partner. Will he shape up The Intruder ? Or does he want to go even farther into the tabloid business? ... We will have to wait and see, but the storyline has definite questions that need to be answered." Although a relative newcomer, he has already created quite a buzz. His resume includes television, theater and film. Most notably he was part of Frank Langella's A Man for All Seasons . We're looking forward to finding out more about him when he joins us for Love Out Loud .

Stevie's Wonder

On the main site more Wonder! Melissa Manchester and B.J. Thomas in addition to Jean, Mary & Lynda.

Goodnight Sweet Beefcake

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The eyes have it!

Main Beefcake Course: Kyle Clarke

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Time For Lunch, This Beautiful Beecake Day

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Nothing satisfies like a good old fashion Frittata. Nobody can make a frittata like a Sicilian. This is something simple and tasty from Sicilian Home Cooking . Eggs, eight large Pecorino, freshly grated, one quarter cup Mint Leaves, fresh, finely chopped, one tablespoon Sea Salt and Pepper Olive Oil, one tablespoon Sweet Butter, unsalted, two tablespoons Zucchini, three small, very thin slices Frying Pan, twelve inch 1. In a large bowl, beat the eggs vigorously add pecorino, mint and salt/pepper to taste. 2. Let the egg mixture rest at room temperature for ten minutes. 3. Heat the olive oil with one tablespoon of the butter. 4. Cook the zucchini over medium heat for about five minutes, turning often, 5. Add the remaining butter. Stir the egg mixture and pour over the zucchini. Stir very briefly over medium heat. 6. When the eggs begin to set, smooth the mixture evenly and cook over medium heat are no longer runny. 7. Place a flat lid over it. Now quickly and carefully invert the pan i

Midmorning Beefcake Snack

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Something to go along with the fruit and cheese.

It's Saturday In New York: Good Morning Beefcake

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Time to get up!

Friday Might: One Life to Live's Mark Lawson

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Mark Lawson has been featured here on Tuesday Talent as a member of ABC Daytime Salutes Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which is a very long title, but they've been doing it for five years and the last one was not without its moments. BethAnn Bonner reprised her excellent Bacharach to the Future performance of "Waiting for Charlie to Come Home" followed by what was for many the surprise of the evening, Mark Lawson's rendition of "Anthem" from Chess. Lawson's upper torso on One Life to Live is legendary. It is, therefore, easy to ignore other talents therein. Hence, when his beautiful voice blessed the audience with this beautiful piece, the reaction was palpable. One of his co-stars, Farah Fath had this to say in a recent interview: He is really intense, and I like to work with actors who take their work seriously. He is a true actor’s actor. He gets in there and finds the rawest place he can go. He does not care if it’s a big scene or small scene.

Sheryl Lee Ralph

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Sheryl Lee Ralph is a woman who knows what she is about. She fills a room. She stopped by Smart + Strong today to help out with a video supporting the Denver Principles Project featured in the landmark 15th Anniversary issue. She is making appearances Friday & Saturday. While she may not be attending Love Out Loud , she is a tireless AIDS activist who graced the pages of POZ in October 2007. Be on the lookout for autographed copies of the magazine to go on auction soon. She has recently returned from a tour of Africa. Friday, April 24, 2009 6:00pm Abyssinian Baptist Church 132 Odell Clark Place (Formerly 138st) New York, NY 10030 Presented by The Abyssinian Baptist Church, Canaan Baptist Church, Convent Avenue Baptist Church, St. Philip's Episcopal Church, The National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Bronx Alumnae Chapter Saturday, April 25, 2009 1:00pm Church Alive Community Church 1201 Findlay Ave (167th & 168th Streets) Bronx, N

Gay Thursday: George Carrancho

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As National Sales & Marketing Manager-LGBT Community, George Carrancho is a member of American Airlines' unique Rainbow TeAAm which focuses on marketing and outreach for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community. The American Airlines Rainbow TeAAm is considered the nation’s first dedicated LGBT sales team at a Fortune 500 corporation. Through their work, and the leadership of American Airlines management, the airline is one of only 13 corporations in the U.S. that have earned perfect marks each year from the Human Rights Campaign through its Corporate Equality Index. Carrancho works closely with national and local LGBT organizations and businesses, ensuring that American Airlines remains the premier airline of choice for LGBT travelers worldwide. Carrancho and Betty Young helped spearhead and launch American’s dedicated LGBT microsite , another first in the airline industry. During his 15 years with AA and subsidiary divisions, Carrancho served in a variety of ma

The Word: Carrie Prejean, Your God is Too Small

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Just wait until next pageant when she wants her hair and make-up done. Buy the book here .

Tuesday Talent: Melissa Claire Egan

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Melissa Claire Egan of All My Children practically the first person to walk through the door two years ago for POZ AIDS Walk fund-raiser Love Out Loud and will be with us again this year. She is quite fortunate in so many ways, three of them are having the opportunity to work with three fine men on her show: Cameron Mathison, Matt Walton and Billy Miller. Perhaps the good fortune was all theirs. At the age of 12, Melissa debuted on All My Children as an extra only to return as the very adult Annie McDermott, mother to Ryan Lavery’s daughter and romantic interest for the handsome devil. Originally from Bedford, New York, Miss Egan grew up with an extensive background in musical theatre. While still a child, she began booking national television commercials and was signed by the Ford Modeling Agency. Ford did indeed have a better idea in the University of North Carolina Dramatic Arts major. Not resting on her laurels from her experience at Chaple Hill, "Missy" studied Shak

Michael Tomasetti steps up!

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Through the generosity of a Thorsten Kaye fan (Diane Nilsen), this year Love Out Loud has a signature t-shirt. It is available on line for 21.95. Payment through PayPal They will be available at the event for $25. Good guy Michael Tomasetti graciously took some time out to model for us.

Dan Daly at Caterina's

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Sunday Music Redux: Thomas, Vee and Pitney from 2005

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Those who inherited the mantles of the 50s teen idols during the Beatle Era 1963-1970 were three very talented young men with a very eclectic approach to music. All three had some connection to Country in varying degrees but could cross the river into more or less soulful territory in varying degrees. All three have a connection to Burt Bacharach’s music in varying degrees. All three endure professionally to varying degrees. During the 60s Gene Pitney, B.J. Thomas and Bobby Vee carried on in spite of Beatlemania or, as some might say, because of it. The adage goes something like: huge record sales for one artist or band are good for everybody in the business. Is that why the 60s are a kind of Renaissance for Popular Music? It probably began in 1956, but the message here is that technological advances coupled with new musical advances gleaned from an artistic reservoir for who knows why gave the World something new that enriched its cultural life. It may be a very long time before s

Goodnight My Beefcake Love

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An Intense After Dinner Saturday Beefcake Experience

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A Second Helping of Italian Beefcake: Leo Giamani

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Something Italian for Saturday Beefcake: Michael Tomasetti & Cucina Amore

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It's not unusual to experience vegetables in agrodolce in Italy. Garlic Spinach with raisins or currant is not unusual, especially in Sicily. The chefs of Cucina Amore, where this recipe was found, suggest that young spring potatoes be the accompanying carbohydrate. The chicken shoud be pounded quite thin and cooked to perfection. Michael Tomasetti, whose images accompany this recipe, we have on good authority, has a very specific culinary regimen, as evidenced by his magnificent corporeal achievement, which can be seen in person on May 13th. Come meet this truly charming Italo-Americano at Love Out Loud .

On A Clear Day ...

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... you can see Beefcake forever

Beefcake at Breakfast: Springing into Action

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Friday Might: Brian Gaskill and Love Out Loud

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This talented and much appreciated actor featured in Greg Berlanti’s The Broken Hearts Club is no stranger to daytime dramas. He was Guiding Light ’s Dylan Lewis, All My Children ’s Bobby Warner, As the World Turns ’ BJ Green, The Bold and the Beautiful ’s Oscar Marone and Port Charles ’ Rafe Kovich, the character that truly put him front and center in the minds and hearts of many fans. The POZ Team welcomes his participation in a musical evening where he will have the opportunity to express his solidarity with a cause that is very important to him. This is not his first time helping us out and no doubt more than a few of his fans will be there for the meet and greet. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ POZ ’s fund-raiser for AIDS Walk New York, Love Out Loud , is well on its way to becoming another memorable evening. Our musical hosts are once again Tremors led by John Kouri with special guests Ilene Kristen ( One Life to Live ) and singer John Pagano. Thorsten Kaye (Zach from All My Ch