Oh, “Gawd!” You’re an LGBTQ guy or gal simply dreading THAT time of year—the holidays! Why might you be in a major funk? Well, maybe you feel you can’t be your authentic self around family: you’re still closeted. Or, you might be alone, feeling isolated. All of this can throw you into a nasty tailspin. And where do you crash land? Into one “helluva” depression! Research bears out that the rates of depression [...]
Every October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DWAM). It evolved from the “Day of Unity” held in October 1981 and conceived by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). In recognition of DVAM, Wyattevans.com has been presenting a very special series of articles and features throughout this month. Within the LGBTQ community, domestic violence and abuse is referred to as Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A). This atrocious cycle of behavior is [...]
Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A) is a serious, potentially life-threatening—but preventable--public health problem that impacts millions of Americans. Specifically, IPV/A describes the physical, sexual, emotional and/or psychological harm perpetrated by a current or former partner or spouse who is LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning). This type of violence also can occur among heterosexual or same-sex couples, and does not require sexual intimacy. [...]
Baltimore Black Pride has arrived! The yearly—and much anticipated—celebration kicked off on October 3 and ends the 9th. I managed to “get my hands” on Mr. Carlton R. Smith, the influential and well-respected gay rights activist. Mr. Smith is the Executive Director/CEO of the Center for Black Equity (CBE) and Co-founder of Baltimore Black Pride. Having resided in Baltimore for decades, many (including myself) have affectionately bestowed upon him the title [...]
Just what does the (possibly) a little odd, a tad exotic acronym “IPV/A” stand for? Well, it refers to Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse, which is generally known as domestic violence and abuse (DVA) within the LGBTQ community. Sadly and unfortunately, this demeaning and horrendous cycle of behavior is an ongoing serious societal issue. And more prevalent than was once believed. As a journalist, I've extensively researched and reported on [...]
IPV/A, the acronym for Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse, is generally referred to as domestic violence and abuse (DVA) within the LGBTQ community. Sadly and unfortunately, this horrific behavior continues to be a critical issue. What makes matters worse is that stigma is a driving force that keeps this demeaning and demoralizing cycle of abuse “swept under the rug.” It’s the “elephant in the room.” This leads to IPV/A [...]
This past March, I penned “The Undetectability Of It All,” for Wyattevans.com. The article stated that the AIDS United Public Policy Committee declared that it has “strongly affirmed the conclusive evidence proving that people living with HIV who have achieved a sustained, undetectable viral load cannot transmit HIV to sexual partners. This evidence-based declaration reinforces AIDS United’s programmatic, policy and advocacy work to expand access to antiretroviral medications to [...]
For most of the long Independence Day Holiday, I was “takin’ a (generous) bite outta” the Big Apple! (LOL) And at one of the parties I attended, an incident got deep under my skin and really rankled me. This particular soiree was interracial: roughly, the breakdown was 50% Black, 30 % Caucasian and 20 % Latino/Blatino. And, it was mostly [...]
Wyatt’s Man Cave makes its grand return to the awesome LesBe Real Radio Talk and Mixcloud in one helluva H-U-G-E way, tackling a critical societal issue with a very special guest! That individual is Mr. HARTSEL C. SHIRLEY: author, vocalist—and Intimate Partner Violence & Abuse (IPV/A) survivor. Mr. Shirley reveals just how he overcame his harrowing experience with Intimate Partner Violence & Abuse—and then claimed his Best Life! Then, Hartsel dishes about his [...]
Wyatt’s Man Cave (WMC) has returned to the awesome LesBe Real Radio Talk and Mixcloud in one helluva H-U-G-E way! This very special eppy of Wyatt's Man Cave is a "Salute to Mr. Aaron Paul!" I welcome this innovative and sensational British international recording artist, who was discovered by the one-and-only Simon Cowell! Aaron dishes about how he met [...]
Recently, I had the honor and distinct pleasure of being Angela Stribling’s special guest on her wildly popular radio show, “Pillow Talk With Angela.” The program is “an aural aphrodisiac of provocative relationship talk set to a sexy soundtrack of top shelf R&B, jazz and lounge” music. Arguably, the iconic Ms. Stribling is best known for her TV career on [...]
I’m Special Consultant to ViiV Healthcare’s “Positive Affirmations--ACCELERATE!” Initiative, a bold community engagement effort targeted to Black Gay, Bisexual and Other Men Who Have Sex With men (MSM) who reside in and around Baltimore, Maryland. This groundbreaking Initiative is designed to empower these individuals through health and wellness. The overarching goals of "Positive Affirmations--ACCELERATE!" are: “(1) to connect Black men who [...]
