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For National Coming Out Day, I traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and spoke to a group of university students. It was a lovely trip and I met hundreds of impassioned students. I left the college feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of…
For National Coming Out Day, I traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and spoke to a group of university students. It was a lovely trip and I met hundreds of impassioned students. I left the college feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of both our movement and LGBT community at large.
That is, until I reached the airport.
After picking up my ticket, I worked my way through airport security. I took off my high tops and binned up my electronics and backpack. Just as I was about to walk through the body scanners, I overheard a nearby TSA agent talking to passengers.
“Take out your wallets and phones,” he said. “If you have anything else in your pockets—ladies, if you have any lipstick, please remove it.” He then chuckled to himself before saying aloud, “I sure hope there’s no men with any lipstick.” He then enjoyed a good laugh with the female TSA agent standing next to him. It was truly a what-the-fuck moment.
I understand the importance of humor, and that a good laugh can help ease the nerves of nervous travelers. But, especially in a professional setting, humor shouldn’t be marginalizing—and, at the end of the day, he should probably stick to the real task at hand. After all, none of us signed up for his one-man standup comedy routine.
I always find that, in moments of unexpected ignorance, I never really know how to respond. After I’ve had a few hours to process things, I’m usually able to come up with the perfect remark. But, caught off guard, my immediate reaction was to throw the TSA agent my best “disgusted” look. And it was a great disgusted look. One of the best that I’ve ever mustered up. Unfortunately, it missed its mark; the TSA agent didn’t look my way. My backup plan was to throw an equally disgusted look at the agent’s colleague and co-conspirator, so that she could pass the message along, but she didn’t notice either.
At the time, I thought speaking up might land me a one-way ticket to Guantanamo Bay. Or perhaps that I’d be placed on some sort of gay “do not fly” list. And so, with my plane already boarding, I angrily hurried off to get my seat.
After marinating with the experience for a day or two, I made a video about the TSA agent’s comment and posted it on YouTube . I don’t necessarily think that his lipstick remark came from a place of hate, but it’s the type of homophobic language that promotes the continued discrimination of LGBT people, and it can further isolate and alienate individuals that are already alone and afraid. And it’s just completely inappropriate—especially from a government employee that’s on the job.
Based on the response from my viewers, it seemed necessary to write a short note to the TSA—which I also posted on tumblr . Beyond the standard form letter, I’ve yet to hear back from the TSA. But I’ll keep you posted.
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For National Coming Out Day, I traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and spoke to a group of university students. It was a lovely trip and I met hundreds of impassioned students. I left the college feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of…
For National Coming Out Day, I traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and spoke to a group of university students. It was a lovely trip and I met hundreds of impassioned students. I left the college feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of both our movement and LGBT community at large.
That is, until I reached the airport.
After picking up my ticket, I worked my way through airport security. I took off my high tops and binned up my electronics and backpack. Just as I was about to walk through the body scanners, I overheard a nearby TSA agent talking to passengers.
“Take out your wallets and phones,” he said. “If you have anything else in your pockets—ladies, if you have any lipstick, please remove it.” He then chuckled to himself before saying aloud, “I sure hope there’s no men with any lipstick.” He then enjoyed a good laugh with the female TSA agent standing next to him. It was truly a what-the-fuck moment.
I understand the importance of humor, and that a good laugh can help ease the nerves of nervous travelers. But, especially in a professional setting, humor shouldn’t be marginalizing—and, at the end of the day, he should probably stick to the real task at hand. After all, none of us signed up for his one-man standup comedy routine.
I always find that, in moments of unexpected ignorance, I never really know how to respond. After I’ve had a few hours to process things, I’m usually able to come up with the perfect remark. But, caught off guard, my immediate reaction was to throw the TSA agent my best “disgusted” look. And it was a great disgusted look. One of the best that I’ve ever mustered up. Unfortunately, it missed its mark; the TSA agent didn’t look my way. My backup plan was to throw an equally disgusted look at the agent’s colleague and co-conspirator, so that she could pass the message along, but she didn’t notice either.
At the time, I thought speaking up might land me a one-way ticket to Guantanamo Bay. Or perhaps that I’d be placed on some sort of gay “do not fly” list. And so, with my plane already boarding, I angrily hurried off to get my seat.
After marinating with the experience for a day or two, I made a video about the TSA agent’s comment and posted it on YouTube . I don’t necessarily think that his lipstick remark came from a place of hate, but it’s the type of homophobic language that promotes the continued discrimination of LGBT people, and it can further isolate and alienate individuals that are already alone and afraid. And it’s just completely inappropriate—especially from a government employee that’s on the job.
Based on the response from my viewers, it seemed necessary to write a short note to the TSA—which I also posted on tumblr . Beyond the standard form letter, I’ve yet to hear back from the TSA. But I’ll keep you posted.
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For National Coming Out Day, I traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and spoke to a group of university students. It was a lovely trip and I met hundreds of impassioned students. I left the college feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of…
For National Coming Out Day, I traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and spoke to a group of university students. It was a lovely trip and I met hundreds of impassioned students. I left the college feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of both our movement and LGBT community at large.
That is, until I reached the airport.
After picking up my ticket, I worked my way through airport security. I took off my high tops and binned up my electronics and backpack. Just as I was about to walk through the body scanners, I overheard a nearby TSA agent talking to passengers.
“Take out your wallets and phones,” he said. “If you have anything else in your pockets—ladies, if you have any lipstick, please remove it.” He then chuckled to himself before saying aloud, “I sure hope there’s no men with any lipstick.” He then enjoyed a good laugh with the female TSA agent standing next to him. It was truly a what-the-fuck moment.
I understand the importance of humor, and that a good laugh can help ease the nerves of nervous travelers. But, especially in a professional setting, humor shouldn’t be marginalizing—and, at the end of the day, he should probably stick to the real task at hand. After all, none of us signed up for his one-man standup comedy routine.
I always find that, in moments of unexpected ignorance, I never really know how to respond. After I’ve had a few hours to process things, I’m usually able to come up with the perfect remark. But, caught off guard, my immediate reaction was to throw the TSA agent my best “disgusted” look. And it was a great disgusted look. One of the best that I’ve ever mustered up. Unfortunately, it missed its mark; the TSA agent didn’t look my way. My backup plan was to throw an equally disgusted look at the agent’s colleague and co-conspirator, so that she could pass the message along, but she didn’t notice either.
At the time, I thought speaking up might land me a one-way ticket to Guantanamo Bay. Or perhaps that I’d be placed on some sort of gay “do not fly” list. And so, with my plane already boarding, I angrily hurried off to get my seat.
After marinating with the experience for a day or two, I made a video about the TSA agent’s comment and posted it on YouTube . I don’t necessarily think that his lipstick remark came from a place of hate, but it’s the type of homophobic language that promotes the continued discrimination of LGBT people, and it can further isolate and alienate individuals that are already alone and afraid. And it’s just completely inappropriate—especially from a government employee that’s on the job.
Based on the response from my viewers, it seemed necessary to write a short note to the TSA—which I also posted on tumblr . Beyond the standard form letter, I’ve yet to hear back from the TSA. But I’ll keep you posted.
Explore videos, photos, travel tips, maps and top gay destinations .
Browse cruises & tours for the best gay friendly activities.
Find the most reliable information about the best gay events around the globe.
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Had a great time at Weston Beach Races again this year. If you haven't been make a date for next year. It is raw and dirty and you get close enough to feel it (still hoping the sand hasn't damaged the camera) and taste it. To be fair you could possibly taste it from about a mile away.
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Read my personal music magazine based on what I am listening to right now
Click on this link
Randomness that pops into my head initially created using my N95, now from all over the place
2013 Motorsports Calendar is here.
Sorry its late (what with the first round of WSBK already upon us).
Those of you who subscribe (you really should do that see *below for details) will already find your calendar updating over the past couple of days. For those of you who don't or are new then please find my Motorcycle Racing calendar updates for 2013.
I have created a calendar covering MotoGP, World and British
Superbikes and for those of you who like a little 4 wheel action with your biking the Formula 1 is included too.
As ever I am starting by recording the weekend activity but where I get the chance I will include actual race sessions for each of the events. The early F1 already include this. Being included
in the calendar entries are links to the weather (including in some cases track temperature) and location info that will work for Google Maps driving. I have tested this on an Android and Apple mobile device. Please remember the weather will give current weather only so clicking on a link six months in advance wont really help
* There are a number of ways of utilising this
info including importing it into your calendar of choice or subscribing. However as
these entries will be updated and added to subscribing to this
calendar, rather than importing/exporting, will allow you to get updates
and additions as they happen. *
iCal Settings
XML settings
HTML settings
Google's explanations of the usage of the different calendar feeds (including subscription types) can be found here
All other sync options including with mobiles can be found here
The calendar can be embedded as well and I think you can see an example over here somewhere >>>^
I have no idea how many people use this calendar, or what else they might like to see. Whilst this has primarily been set up for me (well I'm not much of a blogger am I?) it is always nice to hear from people that use this. It helps the motivation to update etc.
I'm thinking of adding the Road Races, GP2 and possibly even British Touring Car. Anybody have any views?
If you are keen on MotoGP, WSBK, BSB etc here is my twitter list of riders, teams, bloggers, etc I've created. There is also a Formula 1 list as well
Follow me at @waveydavey001 .
Today I have found for the first time I have been blocked on twitter. It is not a pleasant thought, not due to the fact that I have to be friends with everyone, but due to the fact that I wouldn't want to ever unintentionally offend anybody. Blocking is normally down to bad behaviour and can make people assume you are a spammy person. I joined 5 years ago and would hate that anyone ever thinks that.
The reason is because somebody found that a picture they tweeted had found its way into a paper.li newspaper that is published by myself. For some reason didn't feel that comfortable with my explanation as to why that happened. Sadly 140 characters is somewhat difficult to explain the nuances of twitter and how things happen. I believe I have not breached any social media etiquette.
This is why I am linking to this blog post from my paper.li newspapers in future.
I'm guessing if you have arrived here it is probably because you are either involved in MotoGP, WSBK, BSB, Formula 1 or another motorsport. Me I love it, which is why I like to aggregate the daily news into a simple to read format, share it with other fans and credit original posters with the content. Paper.li provides this for me
So why are you on my Paper.li newspaper?
Before I try explain here is the paper.li explanation http://support.paper.li/entries/20023257-what-is-paper-li
Here is my explanation : -
You are on my newspaper because I am a fan of what you are involved in and you have either tweeted a key word (for example MotoGP, F1, etc) or because you are on a list because you work in that environment. Either way that means I am interested in what you say
Everyday Paper.li looks at my lists etc to find the most interesting links, photos etc and aggregates that so I can get the best news from the most interesting people about the things I enjoy.
I share this with others who care about the things I do. We all enjoy the social experience. Many people read and retweet the things I like
If any people are not sure about this, don't block me. Your tweet I picked up will be public, other people can see it and share it and it is there in perpetuity. Don't blame me.
If your tweets are not meant to be public then you should restrict your account, otherwise expect them to be shared.
Here is hoping that most people enjoy the social in the social media
Cheers, Davey
P.S. If you arrived here oddly from somewhere else then I am referring to my Social Newspapers
Formula 1 News
Motorcycle Racing Junkies Newspaper
Every year I pour through end of year lists in magazines, newspapers and more latterly the web to see what music I may have missed. I "find" good acts this way (like John Grant in the 2010 list). Last year I made a Spotify list out of the results and this year I've done the same and thought I'd share it with you.
This year I used a total of 28 lists mainly made up of mainstream Music Mags, Websites & Newspapers but I also used a couple of more specialist publications like Mixmag (Dance), Kerrang (Metal/Rock), No Depression (Americana/Roots) and All Hip-Hop (oh come on). Using these doesn't really change much in the top 100 but it does give a boost to some 'crossover' acts. The full list of sources is listed below.
Most of the lists were top 50 where I awarded 1 point for 50 and 50 for 1 (obviously). Those that didn't I did my best (for some 5 points each) for others 50 downwards. Trust me.
Anyway here are the Spotify Play Lists with all the albums that were available for the top 100 starting with the Number 1 critically acclaimed album by P.J. Harvey. The full list is also below. Where albums weren't available at time of publication it is noted (with alternative links where possible)
Critics Choice Albums of 2011 Nos 1 -50
Critics Choice Albums of 2001 Nos 51 - 100
(for those who are interested 2010s 1-50 here and 51-100 here )
Some observations
Don’t get me wrong, I like the Beatles. I really do. And I recently purchased the Mono Box set on CD (yes CD). I got it for less than £100 (still bloody expensive) but I bet it is better quality than anything Apple will sell me (cheaper too).
I don’t buy MP3s or AAC or digital music in general. I’m old fashioned and I like (and trust) the physical medium with Graphics and sleeve notes. I can rip it into today’s format, back it up easily, and not worry if I change technology (and I’ve had ATRAC, MP3 and AAC so it isn’t just DRM that can annoy me).
It is good that Artists get paid something for their work and especially new artists. I don’t think Sir Paul will need the royalties Divorce or not so I prefer to get my classics somewhat cheaper.
Is this a day we’ll never forget like Jobs said? I Doubt it, but it is a great advert for Apple who in the paid online music business remain to be beaten despite Spot
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