South Dakota: Uncloseted

Episode 16: "What Even Is Scissoring?" -The Season Finale

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

Episode 15: "A Rare Treat." -Todd

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 -Omnisexual Follow us on social media: -Facebook - South Dakota: Uncloseted -Instagram - @sduncloseted

Episode 14: "I Volunteer As Tribute!" -Kameron

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 something, help to change it.”  To volunteer or contribute to Kam's campaign for the South Dakota House, visit his website at https://www.kameronnelson.com/ or his Instagram page at @kamnelsonsd. VoQUEERbulary: *discreet  Follow us on social media: -Facebook - South Dakota: Uncloseted -Instagram - @sduncloseted

Episode 13: "The Male Head Nod." -Quincy

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.  VoQUEERbulary *MTF *FTM  Follow us on social media: -Facebook - South Dakota: Uncloseted -Instagram - @sduncloseted

Episode 12: "Asexual Floss." -Jenny

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 *Demisexual Follow us on social media: -Facebook - South Dakota: Uncloseted -Instagram - @sduncloseted