Scott Kramer, Author at Metrosource

Scott Kramer LCSW R Author

Does Poz Mean Pause When Dating Someone with HIV?

Dating someone new is complicated enough. What happens when HIV becomes part of the picture? Whether a handsome face just caught your eye across a crowded room or you’re seeing...

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This Is How Five Amazing Groups Are Actually Fighting HIV/AIDS

The long-term goal is ending the epidemic, but much is being accomplished along the way. It’s tempting to praise organizations who help address the needs of people living...

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A Brief History of HIV Testing

How testing became more effective, more efficient and one of our best tools for ending the epidemic. HIV testing: just hearing those words is enough to give many people a dose of...

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How to Not Be a Jerk When a Celeb Reveal Their HIV Status

Do you know how to not put your foot in your mouth when discussing public figures who have revealed that they are living with HIV? Stars: They Contract HIV Just Like Us It’s a...

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The Pros and Cons of Disclosure

Coming out with your HIV status can be daunting. Consider the potential benefits and drawbacks before you make your decision. As a counselor, i find that disclosure of HIV status...

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This Is What You Need to Know about Traveling with HIV

Concerned that living with HIV will affect your ability to travel? There’s a lot to consider when traveling. Add HIV into the mix and it may seem more complicated. Horror...

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Metrosource Remembers Pedro Zamora from MTV’s “The Real World”

HIV Heroes is a series in which we highlight individuals and organizations whose work has inspired people living with HIV. We begin with a salute to a TV groundbreaker. Pedro...

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Poz for the Cause: Broadcasting Hope on POZ I Am Radio

“I looked at my doctor with a blank stare as if I didn’t hear what he was saying. I responded with ‘What?’ And he said it again, ‘You tested positive.’ I felt alone,...

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Making Smart Nutrition Choices for HIV

Nutrition can be a complex subject to begin with, but when living with HIV, there may be additional dietary concerns to keep yourself feeling healthy. We spoke to holistic health...

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Brotherhood Retreat: For Men Living with HIV

As it approaches a milestone, a retreat designed for men living with HIV seeks to break down boundaries. The Brotherhood Retreat is a three-day gathering for gay and bisexual men,...

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AIDS in Film: Every Picture Tells a Story

For our entertainment issue, we took a look back through our MetroHIV film coverage on the lookout for great films we haven’t previously discussed — and where you can seek...

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For Will Harrell, HIV Became a Family Affair

We talk to an activist whose drive to raise awareness has personal roots that stem from the epidemic’s early issues. As our HIV Heroes series continues, we talk to activist Will...

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Gay Voices

LGBTQ+ Superheroes of Reality TV: Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey

Posted: May 31, 2022

The dynamic duo of Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey, along with their award-winning team, have not only made RuPaul’s Drag Race a mainstream success but have been designated by Variety for having the biggest impact in reality TV. The team celebrates 30-plus years since they founded the multi-media empire that is World of Wonder, responsible …

Gender Expression on, and off, screen Rhoyle Ivy King is the new all-American

Posted: April 22, 2022

During Black History Month, actor Rhoyle Ivy King made CW and LGBTQ history for his role of Nathaniel, the network’s first non-binary BIPOC character, on All American: Homecoming. The show, geared towards young viewers, focuses on students in the sports world coming into their own under the HBCU experience. For over 150 years, HBCUs have …

OUT Anchor Shepard Smith Delivers the News

Posted: April 15, 2022

After 24 years at Fox News, Shepard Smith, who came out as an openly gay man in 2017, is anchoring The News with Shepard Smith on CNBC. Now in its 2nd year, the show has shown steady growth, boasting the most affluent and educated audience for a primetime cable news program according to Nielsen Research. …

Metrosource Minis

Metrosource Minis: The LGBTQ World & Beyond

Metrosource Minis is the official podcast companion to the national LGBTQ print and online magazine featuring short form interviews with our featured celebrities from the LGBTQ world and beyond…with your host, Alexander Rodriguez. Quick, fun, and informative…Metrosource on the go. [podcastplayer feed_url ='https://feeds.sounder.fm/3885/rss.xml']

Rob Anderson is a comedian and content creator best known for his short form sketches, parodies and comedic series like “Gay Science”, which answers important LGBTQ questions like: “Why Are Gay Men Terrible Drivers” and “Why Gay Men Can’t Sit In a Chair Properly”. Amassing over 2 million social media followers, Anderson’s comedy thoughtfully explores relatable LGBTQ+ issues in unique ways. Recently Rob has partnered with The Academy Awards, made promotional content with popstar Kim Petras, and even penned a number one best selling children’s book based on the infamous 2018 National Anthem performance by singer, Fergie. Previously, Anderson studied improv and sketch comedy at iO, Second City, and The Annoyance in Chicago, as well as held marketing positions at Grindr, Uber, and The Infatuation. Rob has been featured by Good Morning America, Business Insider, NPR and more.

On this episode, we chat with Rob about his take on corporate marketing for Pride, going from power marketing genius for Uber & Grindr to working on his own brand, coming out, going viral, mental health in the social media world, body image, and hitting the road with his North American tour….oh, and love and dating. Hosted by Alexander Rodriguez.