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Jonathan Apollo

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My First Gay Friend Assaulted Me Physically and Sexually — And Nearly Sent Me to Jail at 13

He was everything but a friend… but I was too scared of being lonely.

Apr 6

My First Gay Friend Assaulted Me Physically and Sexually — And Nearly Sent Me to Jail at 13

Apr 6

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The Memoirist

My Brother Died 10 Years Ago. I Don’t Think He Was Alone When It Happened.

I never shared this suspicion with anyone — not even my own mom. I hope she can forgive me.

Apr 15

My Brother Died 10 Years Ago. I Don’t Think He Was Alone When It Happened.

Apr 15

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Counter Arts

How the Twists and Turns of Adulthood Derailed LeAnn Rimes’ ‘Twisted Angel’ Era

All LeAnn Rimes wanted to do in 2002 was own her womanhood. Unfortunately, some just couldn’t let go of the girl she no longer was.

May 5

How the Twists and Turns of Adulthood Derailed LeAnn Rimes’ ‘Twisted Angel’ Era

May 5

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Prism & Pen

No More Shame: Reclaiming Wayman Harrington, a 90s Gay Breakout Character

I fought against everything not to turn out like the ‘A Low Down Dirty Shame’ character. Nowadays, I’d be proud for the comparison.

4d ago

No More Shame: Reclaiming Wayman Harrington, a 90s Gay Breakout Character

4d ago

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Counter Arts

Did You Blink? Some Thoughts on The America I See Versus the One Most Choose To Ignore

Yet again, America goes full America and people are shocked. This isn’t news, people, and it never has been.

May 21

Did You Blink? Some Thoughts on The America I See Versus the One Most Choose To Ignore

May 21

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Counter Arts

Brooke Hogan, Unplugged — Escaping Fame and Family to Find Her Voice

Being the daughter of a world-famous wrestler should’ve given her a free ride to fame. Instead, it nearly cost her everything.

May 19

Brooke Hogan, Unplugged — Escaping Fame and Family to Find Her Voice

May 19

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The Memoirist

A Glaring Omission: What One Former Colleague’s Goodbye Revealed to Me

I thought he was a leader. He thought I didn’t matter. A story of ambition, silence, and what happens when your work — and worth — are…

May 10

A Glaring Omission: What One Former Colleague’s Goodbye Revealed to Me

May 10

Gay ‘Senate Twink’ Aidan Maese-Czeropski’s Comeback Tour

No one asked for his return, but he’s banking on gay men being forgiving (and horny) enough to stick around for a while.

May 4

Gay ‘Senate Twink’ Aidan Maese-Czeropski’s Comeback Tour

May 4

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Age of Empathy

It’s Been Four Years Since My Mom Died. Why Am I Still Telling Her?

My subconscious has caught up to my reality, bringing a new wave of grief.

May 1

It’s Been Four Years Since My Mom Died. Why Am I Still Telling Her?

May 1

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The Memoirist

Yesterdick: How My Ex Screwed Me One Last Time and Woke Me Up to The Reality of Closure

As Dua Lipa once famously sang, “If you’re under him, you ain’t gettin’ over him.” I should’ve known better.

Apr 27

Yesterdick: How My Ex Screwed Me One Last Time and Woke Me Up to The Reality of Closure

Apr 27

Jonathan Apollo

Jonathan Apollo

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NYC-er. Millennial. Commentator. Neurodivergent. I drink (coffee) and I know things. https://linktr.ee/japollo1006

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