In a little under two weeks, KGAY is embarking on its second #SupportYourStation Week. It’s a time where we ask you, our listeners, to support our efforts with a modest monetary gift. And our Big Splash Pool Party will bring us all together on June 26th for a Pride month celebration where your admission supports the cause!
KGAY PSP is chartered as a public benefit corporation, meaning purpose over profit. For the time I’ve owned the station, I’m proud to point to the many ways in which we have served the LGBTQ+ community — here and far — both on air and online with GayDesertGuide.LGBT.
As the political climate has shifted, we’ve been on the forefront of shining a light on all the good things happening in #ILoveGayPalmSprings and throughout the Coachella Valley. But we’re not afraid to speak truth to power — even at the risk of our FCC licence. We frequently take on the administration’s draconian efforts to put us back in the closet.
Like the big television networks (who own broadcast stations across the country), we are licensed by the Federal Communications Commission. Brendan Carr’s threats against them have a chilling effect on all broadcasters. We don’t like the cold, so we turn up the heat.
Between morning host John Taylor, myself and program director/afternoon host Chris Shebel, we’re not afraid to put the administration’s foilables under a magnifying glass where maybe, just maybe, it puts the heat on our subject “insects”.
That’s why we solicit your support. This year, we’re putting a focus on asking our business community for support with our “Dollar A Day” program. Any business who wants to show their support for our community and our efforts on KGAY will be recognized as a KGAY Supporter on our website for just $365.
It also helps when you want to vet a “gay-friendly” business — something that has sparked a lot on controversy as of late, especially with our local restaurants. So, when you listen to KGAY starting Monday, June 22nd, you’ll hear John, Chris and me making the case for your support. The money we receive goes to help offset our streaming costs worldwide.
Please join us for the #SupportYourStation Big Splash Pool Party June 26th and consider additional support during the campaign.
Brad Fuhr, your K-Gay Desert Guide
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XOXO Palm Springs: Citywide Arts & Culture Festival
XOXO Palm Springs: Citywide Arts & Culture Festival has landed, transforming the city into an open‑air celebration of theatre, film, drag, architecture, live music, and culinary experiences from June 11–22. Events unfold across venues including the Plaza Theatre, Spirit Animal at Hotel Zoso, Palm Springs Cultural Center, and more, with offerings ranging from Shakespeare under the stars to drag brunches, whiskey tastings, art walks, and free outdoor concerts. Our online Events Calendar is bursting with XOXO events, check it out! More info
Indio Center Stage Pride Celebration
The Indio Center Stage Pride Celebration lights up Downtown Indio on Saturday, June 13 from 6–9:30 pm, offering a free, all‑ages evening of live music and community pride. Performances include Ju!ian and the Band, Giselle Woo & The Night Owls, and Mariachi Arcoíris, creating a vibrant gathering for families, friends, and allies. More info
Equality Wine & Food Fest
The Equality Wine & Food Fest returns to the Hyatt Palm Springs on Saturday, June 13, with VIP entry at 12 pm and Grand Tasting from 1–4 pm. Named one of the nation’s top LGBTQ+ food, wine, and spirits festivals, the event features over 100 wines from LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and women‑owned producers, gourmet food samples, retail pop‑ups, and a silent auction. Live entertainment includes sets by MODGIRL, plus appearances by Olivia Sandusky and Mark Mester. Proceeds benefit HRC, the LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert, and Brothers of the Desert. More info
Catalina Island Pride
Catalina Island Pride brings the LGBTQ+ community and allies together on Friday–Saturday, June 12–13 for a festive weekend on Catalina Island. The main celebration takes place on Saturday, June 13 from 12–5 pm at Wrigley Stage, featuring Opening Ceremonies, a lively Pride Walk to Casino Point, a colorful Dinghy Parade, and live entertainment throughout the afternoon. More info
LA Pride 2026
LA Pride 2026 takes over Hollywood on Sunday, June 14, celebrating the theme “Rise with Pride.” The world‑famous LA Pride Parade features over 140 contingents, including floats, dancers, and celebrity appearances led by Jeff Hiller, Mia Yamamoto, and Shirley Raines. After the parade, the free LA Pride Village on Hollywood Boulevard offers vendors, performances, and showcases including the LA Pride Ball and artists such as Bentley Robles, Princess Superstar, and the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles. More info
The SHE Is Women’s Conference
The SHE Is Women’s Conference takes place at the Mizell Center on Saturday, June 13 from 9 am–3 pm, offering a day of empowerment and community for women living with HIV, those affected by HIV, and caregivers and providers. Presented by HARP and thewellproject, the conference features shared experiences, healing‑centered conversations, and supportive programming designed to uplift participants across the gender spectrum. Registration begins at 9 am, with the conference officially starting at 10 am. More info
McCallum Theatre Jazz Experience
The McCallum Theatre Jazz Experience unfolds on Saturday, June 13, offering a full day of jazz programming across Palm Desert. The morning begins at the Palm Desert Library with a 9 am–noon Jazz Lab featuring a Matisse‑inspired art workshop and an interactive family concert. From 1–5 pm, the McCallum main stage hosts the Community Jazz Jam, showcasing local musicians. The evening culminates at 7 pm with the Jazz Spotlight performance featuring the Pacific Jazz Orchestra Quartet, David Benoit, and Courtney Fortune. More info
The Book of Merman
The Prism Theater presents The Book of Merman, a new musical comedy opening on Friday, June 12 at Prism Theater. This playful production blends Broadway diva mythology with unexpected visitors, creating a spirited and humorous twist on classic musical tropes. The show runs through July 26, offering audiences a fresh, camp‑infused theatrical experience in an intimate setting. More info
