| Fitness: Not Always a Shallow Endeavour Publisher’s Column Publisher's Column by Rob Diaz-Marino (Page 5) In this month’s edition I am amazed to see how many sports articles we are publishing. With Apollo Western Cup coming right up at the beginning of April... |
| The Triumph of Mischief at the Glenbow A Land of Cross-Dressing and Role-Swapping Arts & Culture by Pam Rocker (Page 8)  At first glance, some of Kent Monkman’s paintings could remind of you of something that you’ve seen in your grandmother’s living room.
Reminiscent of... |
| Shave Yourself for Mr. Right Five Fantastic Stubble-Stoppers Product Review by Rob Diaz-Marino (Page 9)  Going on a date this Valentines day, it’s important to make a good first impression. Whether you sport a beard, goatee, or no facial hair at all, you... |
| Tom Ford The Other Man Interview by Chris Azzopardi (Page 11)  All you know about Tom Ford isn’t it. The style-savvy man we’re familiar with through the fashion-world lense – as Gucci’s former creative director for... |
| Sydney and Mardi Gras Exploring Mardi Gras In The Land From Down Under Travel by Andrew Collins (Page 14)  In North America, January marks the very heart of winter, and for much of the continent, this means chilly weather and dark, gloomy days. This is not the... |
| Beautiful Thing An Urban English Fairytale In Alberta Theatre Event by Pam Rocker (Page 24)  "Once I believed that when love came to me
It would come with rockets, bells and poetry
But with me and you, it just started quietly and grew.”
- “It’s... |
| Nevada’s Legal Brothels Go Male, But Not Gay Political by Stephen Lock (Page 25) Dolly Parton’s Miss Mona may have had the best little whorehouse in Texas but it’s Nevada where such brothels are legal.
Up to now, Nevada’s legal brothels... |
| Adult Film Review Bear Hunt, Dirty! Adult Film Review - Male by Jerome Voltero (Page 26)  3D Porn Stars: Vol 1
By: Dominic Ford
From: Adult Depot
Genre: Novelty
Cast: ????
Story: ?
Visual: ??
Faves: Arpad Miklos,
Manuel Torrez,
Vinnie... |
| Q Scopes “Don’t worry, Aries!” Astrology by Jack Fertig (Page 27) Mars retrograde in Leo sextile Saturn in Libra can help repair relationships and politics, but that takes humility and reflection! Jupiter in Pisces sextile... |
| Deep Inside Hollywood Kerry and Kristin sittin’ in a tree… Celebrity Gossip by Romeo San Vicente (Page 28)  In the ongoing development saga of the slow-to-boil Dusty Springfield movie, the original question seems to have been definitively answered – and after... |
| Mariah and Me How the Diva Changed a Life–and her Own Celebrity Gossip by Chris Azzopardi (Page 29)  So Mariah Carey isn’t just that vocally inimitable pop goddess who belts the hell out of “Hero,” like she said during a press conference recently.
I know... |
| LGBT Hockey Help Give Canada’s National Sport a Queer Slant Sports by Sam Casselman (Page 30)  In a country that considers hockey an integral part of its national identity, it’s surprising that the LGBT community of Edmonton has never had team of... |
| Running for the Fun of It Calgary and Edmonton Frontrunners Sports by Sam Casselman (Page 30)  Have you even been interested in running? If you are anything like me, the thought of running for the fun of it is somewhat of an oxymoron. However, the... |
| Slapshotolus Olympic Bronze in a Unique Form Arts & Culture by Dallas Barnes (Page 31)  By Dallas Barnes
The Vancouver Winter Olympic Games are promising to be a year of firsts. For the athletes it could be their first Olympic Games, their... |
| The Biological Case for Transsexuality An Overview and Analysis Trans Identity by Mercedes Allen (Page 32) Something I’m often asked about is the research done in recent years that point to a biological component to transsexuality.
I get that question both... |
| Fundraising Photos Photos by GayCalgary Staff & Contributors (Page 34) |
| Exploring Leather Relationships Part 2 of 3: “Daddies” and “Boys” Lifestyle by David Stewart (Page 36)  In this three part series, leather relationships that exist within a dynamic of dominance and submission are examined. The series continues this month... |
| From Spectator to Torch Barer Steve Parent-Korbie Fulfills a Childhood Dream Event Spotlight by Dallas Barnes (Page 37)  On Day 74 of the Olympic Torch Run, Steve Parent-Korbie carried the Olympic Torch through Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta with over 50 supporters cheering him... |
| Queeries Valentine’s Advice, Groping & Closet Cases Advice by Steven Petrow (Page 38) How to live with a closet case?
Q: I’m very comfortable with my sexuality, but my partner’s not out to his family or colleagues. It’s driving me crazy... |
| The OutField Sweet turnaround for Peggy Beck Sports by Dan Woog (Page 39)  Stereotypes have long held that there are no gay male athletes – but most female athletes are lesbians. However, ever since The Front Runner, authors have... |
| Get Your HEART On Bad Romance Gives New Saturday Night Options Community by Dallas Barnes (Page 40) Bad Romance is hoping to make your Valentine’s weekend a memorable one. On February 13th, make your way down (or up for that matter) to the 35th Floor... |
| The Forgotten Male Victims of Spousal Abuse Support by Evan Kayne (Page 43)  Traditionally, most domestic abuse victim support services operated under the assumption of abuser = male, victim = female. Unfortunately, this leaves... |
| Team Edmonton Mixer Sport and Socializing Promises to be Sensational Community Event by Dallas Barnes (Page 45)  Come out and meet the organizers and participants from the various GLBT sports and recreation groups in Edmonton, as Team Edmonton is puts on their annual... |
| LGBT Dodgeball New Sport Enters Western Cup Sports by Sam Casselman (Page 45)  In recent years, Dodgeball has made quite a comeback. The Western Cup has caught onto this spirit and for the first time, is offering a place for it in... |
| Music Review Unbroken, Animal, Stronger with Every Tear Music Review by Chris Azzopardi (Page 46)  Unbroken
By: Katharine McPhee
Genre: Rock
My Rating: ????
Now a blonde, you wouldn’t recognize the former Idol frontrunner on the cover of her... |
| Alberta Bowling The Rainbow Riders & Northern Titans Sports by Sam Casselman (Page 47) Calgary’s Rainbow Riders
“Bowling is a fun and social sport with just a little competition on the side,” says Brad, organizer for the Rainbow Riders bowling... |
| Wanna Dance? GMMF brings the Funk to Calgary Interview by Pam Rocker (Page 51)  If you’re looking to get your groove on, look no further than God Made Me Funky. This 9-member ensemble has been called Toronto’s most danceable band and... |
| Movie Review St. Trinian’s and She’ll Cut a Bitch DVD Review by Chris Azzopardi (Page 52)  As a brainless British farce gung-ho on spreading grrrl-power, St. Trinian’s asks a lot of you just to see Rupert Everett in drag. Patience, to ride out... |
| Truth Equals Beauty Rodeos and the Olympics, Paul Wong Style Arts & Culture by Pam Rocker (Page 53)  Paul Wong’s award-winning career as a multi-media artist spans over three decades. The native Vancouverite is best known for being a self-invented video... |
| God-Des and She An Interview with Lesbian Legends Interview by Sam Casselman and Leah Kelley (Page 54)  Remember that catchy song Lick it performed on the Season Three finale of The L-Word before Shane and Carmen’s wedding?
Let us introduce you to the musical... |