EP033 – James Yaw – Local Actor
It’s Christmas week on the Gay P H X Podcast — and this episode is all about community, rebuilding, and looking ahead.
We’re recording from Palm Springs during a working weekend filled with code, coffee, and big ideas, but we also take time to reflect on why this work matters. From a moving holiday performance by the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus inside the newly restored Plaza Theatre, to a reminder of what rebuilding with intention can achieve, this episode sets the tone for closing out the year with purpose.
Up first, Brian kicks things off with Brian’s Hot 3, highlighting where our community is gathering and showing up as we head into the final stretch of the year.
Then, we sit down with filmmaker and actor James Yaw (https://jamesyaw.com/) for a powerful conversation about creativity, military service, coming out later in life, and reclaiming your voice through storytelling. James shares insights into his latest work, the importance of queer stories being told at every age, and why authenticity matters now more than ever.
We also take a moment to thank the guests, supporters, collaborators, and listeners who made this inaugural year of GayPHX possible — and to look ahead at what’s coming next as we prepare to ring in a whole new year.
However you celebrate this season, we’re grateful you’re here.