Queer Clicks: June 21, 2016 | Allegations of a Homosexual Subculture Rock Seminary, Is it Variable Ratio Enforcement or is it Being Horny?, & Other News
Allegations of a Gay Subculture Rock Maynooth, Ireland’s Top Seminary
‘The Irish Catholic Church has reported that an anonymous source had claimed in a letter to college authorities last year that some seminarians had been guilty of misconduct of a “homosexual” nature.’ Irish Central
Doctor Explains Why You’re Addicted to Grindr
‘Dr. Carson explains that there’s this thing called Variable Ratio Reinforcement, or as he describes it, “a fancy psychological term that means your treats come in an unpredictable pattern (just like slot machines). So the more you play, the more your brain thinks something good is just around the corner. Eventually you’re hooked.” ‘ Call me crazy but I thought I was addicted to it because I was just horny all the time. Queerty
German Railway Company Deutsche Bahn Celebrates Gay Footballer and His #1 Fan
This sweet commercial for a German Railway is quite endearing. In a statement from the company they said: “Those we welcome on board our trains as customers reflect our society. Whether black or white, young or old, scientists, bankers, crane operators, or unemployed, footballers and musician , gay, lesbian or heterosexual.” Towleroad
Orlando Victim Honored As A Wizard With New Figurine
Luis Vielma was killed in the Pulse Night Club Shootings, he was also an employee at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the Universal Studios theme park. Brandon Anderson was so moved he decided to create a custom POP! figure of Luis as a wizard. Follow the link to read more and to see pictures of the figurine. Huffington Post
A Guide to Gay Summer Events in the U.S. Worth Traveling To
June 26th marks the anniversary of the Untied States Supreme Court decision to allow gay marriage, and thus far the world has not ended, but the landmark will pass with a slightly somber tone. Here is a slightly currated list of travel worthy summer activities that culminates with a week long celebration in Las Vegas. New York Times