Queer Clicks: October 06 | Viral Ad Destroys Homophobia In 30 Hilarious Seconds, 64 Photos Get You Ready for Beardlandia, & Other News

Viral Ad Destroys Homophobia In 30 Hilarious Seconds

“Fact: People who go around using the term “gay” as a shoo-in for “weak” or “disappointing” are never less than obnoxious, and it’s surprising to still encounter the gaffe from time to time. Well, a new video by New Zealand LGBTQ organization Rainbow Youth tackles the exasperating phenomenon head on.” Queerty

64 Photos Get You Ready for Beardlandia

“Could there be a better ground zero for beards and bears than Portland, Ore.? Join the hirsute at the 2nd Annual Beardlandia as they celebrate a big weekend of events and entertainment to showcase all of what Portland has to offer. Beards, cubs, otters, chubs, chasers, and friends from around the globe come to Portland for one big weekend! Last year was a giant success, and organizers predict 2017’s weekend will be even bigger and better.” Advocate

https://youtu.be/lPaVM4nkZFw

This Video Brilliantly Shows What would Happen If Straight Couples Were Treated Like Gay Couples On Holiday

“The new research has been conducted to highlight the disparity between the experiences of LGBT+ people and straight people while getting away, with many gay people opting to ‘go back into the closet’ for fear of discrimination.

One in three LGBT+ travellers have experienced discrimination while on holiday, which includes judgement and ridicule.

From those asked, 58% said they had been stared at while with their partner abroad, while 29% revealed that they had actually been verbally abused.” Gay Times

Gideon Connelly By CJC Photography

“Gideon Connelly currently is in the Air Force, he is a personal trainer and models in his spare time. His images have been featured on 11 romance books covers.