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The GAP is Back

08.28.24 | Shop Talk looks at a revived GAP brand thanks to pop star Troye Sivan and new leadership under Richard Dickson. Dickson was credited with modernizing Barbie at Mattel and is updating GAP, Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Athleta. Caught My Eye looks at Mister Softee and an odd product called Trumpy Trout. F. William Free, controversial ad executive is our Business Birthday.

TFG Unbuttoned: Visit Florida Puts Out the Unwelcome Mat to LGBTQ Travelers

08.27.24 | Liquor brand Jack Daniels drops all DEI initiatives based on the threat of a boycott from far-right activist Robby Starbuck, who has been successful with getting Tractor Supply, John Deere, and Harley Davidson to back off DEI programs as reported here in the last few months. Then, VisitFlorida has removed the LGBTQ travel section from their website—so much for a state that relies on tourism for its economy. Also, French Actor Alain Delon wanted his dog Loubo euthanized and buried with him upon his death. His family decided to not abide by his wishes. Here’s a wake-up call: this year’s college Freshmen Class of 2028 was born in 2006!

GLAAD Says LGBTQ Acceptance is Taking a Slide

08.21.24 | Shop Talk looks at a recent GLAAD Accelerating Acceptance study that shows LGBTQ acceptance has taken a recent decline. The study believes the proliferation of anti-LGBTQ legislation in local jurisdictions if part of the reason for the decline. But first, Caught My Eye looks at Time Magazines Kids of Year and a pay to attend wedding. Joe Gebbia, co-founder of Airbnb, is our Business Birthday.

TFG Unbuttoned: Finders Keepers

08.20.24 | A woman eats a dozen donuts delivered by mistake to her door. Her neighbors asked if she had seen the delivery, so to make amends, she gave them a gift card for dinner. Then an out queer woman found out she was banned for life from flying American Airlines—they claimed she had public sex with a man on a previous flight. The woman took to social media explaining she was a lesbian and while American thinks they made a mistake, they have yet to apologize. Finally, 67-year-old tennis legend Martina Navratilova is a mother now. Martina and her wife Julia just adopted two sons now that Martina got all clear after beating breast and throat cancer.

Fifty Nifty United States

08.14.24 | Shop Talk looks at all 50 states for you to decide your top and least favorite. But first, Caught My Eye looks at the French vaulter’s viral pole and a new Gen Z chewing gum trend to define your jawline. Also, an update on the Aldi brownies and other cooking chat. Audrey Geisel, President and CEO of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, is our Business Birthday.

TFG Unbuttoned: Supermarket Sweep from 1991 Goes Viral

08.13.24 | Two contestants that billed themselves as business partners and set designers for plays on the 90’s game show, Supermarket Sweep, just celebrated 41 years together. A fan of the show was watching old reruns and tracked down the business partners and the story has gone viral. Then, the Harris/Walz Campaign is selling a camo style cap much to the chagrin of the MAGA red hat crowd. Finally, the 26-foot-tall Marilyn Monroe statue has found a new home in Palm Springs in the hopes that fewer children will look up her skirt and see her panties.

Back in the Day

08.07.24 | Shop Talk looks at 17 things that were normal for many of us but would be considered bizarre now. But first, Caught My Eye looks at rawdogging and how explicit language has evolved. Also, what is the armrest etiquette on a plane? GLAAD leadership has come under fire for lavish spending according to the New York Times and Tim and John are not surprised. Bert Beveridge, founder of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, is our Business Birthday.

TFG Unbuttoned: Christmas in July, Halloween in August

08.06.24 | If you are already seeing Halloween merch in retail stores you are not alone. Retailers like Costco and Michaels are pushing the season and already have Halloween items on the shelves for purchase. Not a trend we like. But first, some countries award their Olympic medal winning athletes with hefty cash and gifts. And a new Gallup Poll says nearly 1-in-5 LGBTQ adults have never come out.

Vegas Bet Pays Off

07.31.24 | Shop Talk looks at the eventual deorbiting of the International Space Station by 2030. But first, Caught My Eye looks at a funeral home mix-up and a five-dollar bet that yields over $2 million at The Venetian in Las Vegas. Henry Willson, creator of the beefcake craze of the 50’s and a well-known gay talent agent, is our Business Birthday.

TFG Unbuttoned: Fly the Friendly Skies

07.30.24 | Our favorite Christian victim, Kim Davis, is using her anti-LGBTQ marriage case to try and overturn marriage equality. Davis has the help of the far-right Liberty Counsel and hopes to get a hearing with the Supreme Court. Then, a United Airlines frequent flyer, Tom Stuker who logs about 1 million miles a year is about to hit the 25 million mark in 2025. Finally, there are 3 news sports in the Paris Games this year.

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