Tyler Trykowski
Are Gay Dating Apps Doing Enough to Respond to User Discrimination?
Some say it is high time that apps like Grindr changed their filter features.
A New Exhibit Explores the Art and Identity of Queer Muslims
In 'The Third Muslim,' 15 queer Muslim and Islamic artists explore hard questions surrounding their identities.
How Trans People Are Reclaiming Religious Naming Ceremonies
From mitzvahs to Wiccan renaming rituals, transgender-focused religious ceremonies can hold huge power to affirm one's gender identity.
'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 3' Recap: Crying over Spilled Milk
In this week's episode, the queens act like real divas—both literally and figuratively.
Let's End Flannel as a Lesbian Signifier Once and for All
At best it's extremely corny, and at worst it's downright offensive.
Doctors Refuse to Treat Trans Patients More Often Than You Think
New federal regulations are intended to help doctors refuse service based on religious or moral grounds. For trans patients, they may make a bad situation much worse.
'Drag Race All Stars' Recap: Silly Rabbit, Trixie's for Kids
The queens are back for a third season of 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars,' and we're bandaging third-degree burns from being soaked in scalding hot tea.
How I Found Acceptance as a Person of Color in the Leather Scene
The leather community has long been dominated by white, cisgender, masculine faces. But that's changing, and at a recent convention, I felt like family in a way I never have before.
What I Learned Studying Cannibal Play, Balloon Sex, and More
Katharine Gates has spent decades documenting niche fetishes. She told us what fetishists can teach the #MeToo movement.
Life After a Double Mastectomy at 33
A young, single New York City woman is diagnosed with the genetic mutation that gave her mother breast cancer. After removing her breasts, unanswerable questions about her future loom large.
Can a Gay Veteran Latina Sheriff Get Texas to Vote?
Lupe Valdez's campaign is historic on a few levels, and could have a huge impact come fall in bringing out Democratic voters for the state's midterm elections.
America's Trans Political Candidates Are Only Getting Started
The success of Danica Roem and Chelsea Manning's Senate bid reveal that trans political power is more accessible than ever.