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Colton Underwood Embraces Daddyhood

By Chris Azzopardi Photos: Amber McKee and courtesy of Colton Underwood

You knew him first as the first gay “Bachelor.” Some parents are so definitively set on the Many years later, in 2021, you got to know him name of the baby before the child is born. What much better when “Coming Out Colton” aired made you go this route? on Netflix. And while you don’t know Colton Underwood as a daddy yet, you will come Well, look, we’ve heard it all at this point.

October.

Whether people intend to or not, a lot of people are pretty pushy of, “We did this, and it worked By mid October, Underwood and his husband great. You should do this.” But Jordan and I have Jordan C. Brown, who he married in May 2023, always done a good job of taking a step back and will welcome a newborn baby boy. To prepare following our path and making decisions that for parenthood, Underwood has already done we feel are going to be best for our family. Who his homework by producing 28 episodes of his knows if we might land on a name in the next podcast, “Daddyhood.” On the podcast, the week or two or tomorrow even, but right now we 32-year-old former football player, who followed have a handful of names that we’re going to be in his own father’s footsteps by playing college walking into the hospital with. football at Illinois State University, opens up about the couple’s fertility journey and talks to Are some of the people who have been guests ranging from surrogates to egg donors influential in this journey for you on your and other expecting parents. podcast?

On a recent Zoom call, Underwood sported a tan Yeah. Season One was all about fertility, and I and blonder hair — a combination of highlights have my fertility doctors and fertility lawyers on and natural lightening thanks to a recent trip to there. We have surrogates and egg donors on the Costa Rica. He spoke about helping to inform his podcast, not mine, by any means. But just really conservative followers about same-sex parenting, trying to paint the picture of the overall process navigating his family’s privacy as a public figure and how much goes into it. and one of the biggest misconceptions about I think just my goal for “Daddyhood” is to being a gay dad. humanize this experience of bringing life into this world and to show that not just the traditional Your whole trajectory is fascinating. I’m not type of relationships and people are allowed to sure even you expected at this point in your life have families. Everybody can, whether you’re a that you’d be welcoming a child in October and single dad, a single mom, two moms, two dads, hosting a podcast called “Daddyhood.” whatever your family dynamic looks like, as long Yeah, I know. That’s the best though. Life throws as that baby and the kid is loved. That’s my goal you curveballs, and I’m so proud of Jordan and here.

I just staying true to who we are and what we want out of a relationship. And also, it’s been In addition to celebratory comments on your a long journey for us, two years in the making. socials, there’s also a fair share of negative And I know for a lot of people sometimes it comments relating to you raising a child in a takes much longer too. But I’m so blessed and so same-sex relationship. Considering you do have looking forward to bringing the baby boy home. a more conservative fan base than the majority of LGBTQ+ public figures in the world, just based What stage are you in right now emotionally? purely on your football history, how do you And also, what preparation stage are you in think you are a bridge between those followers knowing you’re just a couple of months away and who you are and what you stand for? from having a child?

I take a lot of pride in it. I mean, I realized that I mean, we’re both just so excited and feeling they still follow me and they’re listening to really grateful. As far as preparation goes, we have the luxury of not physically having to carry the baby, so we’re a little ahead of the game.

Our nursery is already done. We have most of the essentials already chosen and picked out, so we’re feeling really good, feeling really prepared, and just ready to give this baby so much love.

Have you decided on a name for the baby?

It hasn’t officially been locked in. We have a few that we’re headed to the hospital with just to see what he looks like the most.

me. And that’s more than a lot of other queer What inspired “Daddyhood”? people can say because things tend to get heated pretty quickly, especially when it comes I think the inspiration for “Daddyhood” was to people projecting their opinions and thoughts brought just from the limited information that’s on your rights as a human being. I feel like I hold out there for same-sex couples trying to have a responsibility not only for myself, but for our families. I mean, it’s expensive. It’s long, it’s community, to be patient with them and to listen confusing. There’s a lot of paperwork that goes to them, but also to educate them. into it. I figured I have this opportunity to bring people along, and that’s sort of what I’ve done I definitely want to be a voice that is standing my entire career and my entire life is bring people my ground and saying like, “Hey, this is who I along this journey with me. And “Daddyhood” am. This is what my experience has been like, is no different. They’re there for me from the and here’s what other people’s experiences have moment I tested my sperm to see how many been like as well.” And just somewhat trying to sperm I had, to doing the mock cycles and the take the high road, but also just using this as egg transfers and the news that we’re pregnant, an opportunity to bridge people who might not and then bringing this baby boy into the world. have listened to one another in the past.

Which guests left a major impression on you?

I want to show them who I am and why I’m deserving and why I’ve always wanted to be a dad, There’s so many. What I love doing is elevating and what also kept me in the closet for as long the voices of people and companies that are as it did. Not that I need to prove this to people, innovating the space and investing not only their but I also just feel like it is my responsibility to time and resources and money into it, but really continue to right the wrongs of these people and just dedicating themselves to making it easier for their opinions and prove them wrong. the queer community. One that I could single out quickly would be Legacy Sperm. They’re an atWhy did you always want to be a dad? home sperm testing kit, which I think is huge not only for same-sex couples that are living in maybe I just have always wanted a family, and I’ve more conservative states, but also our trans always wanted to raise kids. I just feel like it’s community. They have a lot of trans customers the ultimate bond that I can share now with my just because of what I pointed out. Those people husband Jordan, and also just a lifelong goal of might not feel comfortable going into a doctor’s mine. I know people have financial goals and office or a traditional lab to get their work done career goals. I’ve always, from my young days, out of fear of many different things. wanted to be a stay-at-home dad, and I wanted to bond with my kid and I wanted to teach him or In one episode, you discuss how surprising her how to play softball or baseball or soccer or it may be to people who watched you on football and be a coach and a mentor. I just feel “The Bachelor” that you may decide to keep like I have so much to give to my family and to your family life more private. Why does that have that happen this year is incredibly exciting. approach seem best for your family?

I think it’s my partner. I mean, Jordan is an incredible balance for me. He’s not a very public person and likes to be private. But he also

understands and supports me in my career and Are there any current parenting trends or what I’m doing. He also feels the responsibility of practices you’re following that you find us continuing just to be somewhat public-facing interesting? as two married men. And I think that went into our decision to continue to be out and open I’ve obviously read articles and books and all of and not hide anything. But also there’s criticism that, but I feel like it all goes out the window. always that comes along with that. I’ve done it As soon as you bring that baby home, you really all: I’ve let people’s comments go, I’ve addressed have to bond and figure out what they want. them, I’ve taken the “kill them with kindness” Jordan is definitely more of the products person approach. I’ve tried it all, right? And it adds up. — products, ingredients — and he’s very picky on organic everything, and I love that. He and I are To bring a baby into this world and then subject very yin and yang with what we bring to the table them to any type of opinions or hurt is something as parents.

I want to avoid. So that’s our golden rule right now: just to protect our family.

What are your future plans for “Daddyhood”?

And yet you are in this distinct position, like Season Two is going to be a lot more of just me we discussed, of how your public life can help continuing to talk about my experiences, but also change and shape the discourse around LGBTQ+ bringing on other dads and incredible brands families. That’s trickier to do if you’re private that are innovating and continuing to push for about it. So how do you reconcile the two? equality in many different ways. That’s the big thing: continuing to serve as a bridge to many I mean, I’m going to just continue to do the work different communities and do my part. that I’m doing right now. I definitely think that I’m very much of the mindset of “people can be When can listeners expect to tune into those multiple things.” And also people can change upcoming episodes? and people can grow. I’m certainly not the same person I was when I was 25, first entering the I will say after I get my head above water after reality world. And I’m allowed to redraw my bringing my baby boy into this world, that’s boundaries. I think I never really fully understood when it will go back into production. I want to that, where I was like, “Oh, I came in through continue to get that experience so then I can reality TV. I owe this to people.” And it’s like I can share authentic stories and really open up and reevaluate and make decisions that are healthy be vulnerable about how it’s been impacting me. and best for me as I continue to navigate my So I would definitely say later this year or early life. I think the same thing can be said about my next year. relationship and my family and continuing to honor and respect the work that I want to do, but also do it in a way that feels good to me.

What are some of the common challenges that specifically gay fathers face?

For gay fathers, specifically, the thing that I hear is, “How dare you take this baby from a mother?

The child needs a mother.” Of course, biologically, I don’t have the body parts of a woman, but I am going to hopefully have that emotional capability to connect with my son. [I want to] continue to break down the barriers and stereotypes that family is a man and a woman, and that’s what the unit looks like. It can look like so many different things.

Any famous gay dads who have been mentors to you during this?

Obviously you look at the examples of Andy Chris Azzopardi is the Editorial Director of Pride Cohen, Anderson Cooper, Neil Patrick Harris. Source Media Group and Q Syndicate, the Those are men who put a lot of work in and national LGBTQ+ wire service. He has interviewed didn’t always have to be as public as they were, a multitude of superstars, including Cher, Meryl but they were because they knew that there was Streep, Mariah Carey and Beyoncé. His work has work to be done. also appeared in The New York Times, Vanity Fair, GQ and Billboard. Reach him via Twitter @ chrisazzopardi.

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Genderfluid Muscle Fem Singer Queen Sir JET Embraces Solitude in New Single “Stay with Me” Text by Chris Fragnito Photos courtesy of So Fierce Music

The genderfluid, muscle fem pop singer Queen Sir JET admits that she has never had a real “I was the quintessential bullied kid as a youth,” relationship. “I’ve gone on many dates, but Queen Sir JET explains from her Los Angeles despite my wanting to be in a relationship, I have home. “As a teenager, I had no friends. I didn’t never quite reached that level of connection have the opportunity to develop social skills so as an adult, people thought I was odd and off with another person,” she explains. putting. In the early stages of my music career, Queen Sir JET is alone but not necessarily lonely. gay media tore me apart for being a typical gay She has learned to embrace life’s sadness, the muscle guy but then when I finally came into same way she embraces life’s joy, and she hopes my own as a cross-dresser, they said I was too her new single, “Stay with Me,” inspires listeners different to be relatable.” to do the same. “Sadness is part of the process in everything we experience,” she continues. Queen Sir JET says that an undying pattern “You can’t find true happiness until you find throughout her life has been “you’re just not who you are without it, and that is only found what we’re looking for.” She says it was from the constant rejection that “Stay with Me” came through grief and isolation.” to be: “When you’ve been told so many times, It is why every song the artist writes showcases everywhere you go, that you don’t belong, you the power of sadness; and also why she recently eventually break and simply resign yourself to changed her name from Sir JET to Queen Sir JET. being alone.”

“People often ask me what it is exactly that I think I’m the queen of. I’m not a queen because “Stay with Me” is a mid-tempo, electronic song, I think I’m fierce, or because I’m the ruler of a and in it, the artist dives into her psyche, asking certain population,” she clarifies. “I’m a queen soulful questions that she often ponders about in the sense that I have mastered sorrow and in real life. Quandries like: is she a good person? solitude. I am the queen of sadness and my “I do sometimes wonder if my motives are pure songs are a reflection of that.”

and if I’m putting other’s needs before my own. elaborate video directed by Madonna’s former Did I say the wrong thing to that person? Should back-up dancer, Carlton Wilburn. In 2020, Sir I have given more when I noticed someone was JET, as she was known at the time, released hurting? I don’t always know how to put my her first full-length album, Empowered Bottom.

The video for the title single paid homage to feelings into words.” famous gender-fluid singers who embody the She admits she is also guilty of not giving herself spirit of empowerment. Last year, she released emotionally to a person in the same way she the single “Alive”, her first collaboration with gives to them physically. “All too often, what I producer Velvet Code. It was the first to be offer to the person lying next to me is my body released under her new moniker, with “Queen” and sexual gratification when what they really added to her name. “Stay with Me” is Queen Sir JET’s fourth collaboration with Velvet Code. need is an empathetic hand.”

Queen Sir JET grew up in the suburbs of Chicago “In the end, ‘Stay with Me’ is about recognizing and later Scottsdale, Arizona with her two that not everything in life is sunshine and parents and older sister. She was a two-year-old rainbows,” Queen Sir JET reflects. “Emotions male who wanted to play with dolls and wear are all temporary, so there’s no shame in giving sparkly leotards that grew into a teenager who in to the dark side from time to time. We can be despised his body hair and his changing voice. happy later and fully feel our grief now. I tend to A doctor diagnosed her as having a mental be a lone wolf myself, so this song was my way disorder, gender dysmorphia, and put her on of coming to terms with the fact that I might always be. In other words, I’m ok with my own anti-depressants. loneliness.”

“It wasn’t until I was 28, living on my own in Hollywood, when I began to understand it Queen Sir JET’s “Stay with Me” is produced by was safe to come out of hiding,” Queen Sir JET Velvet Code and is being distributed by So Fierce says. She bleached her hair like her idol Marie Music. It is available on Apple Music, Spotify, Fredrikkson of Roxette, and started wearing and all digital platforms. female clothing and painting her nails.

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She was thrilled to finally escape the heteronormative world, and she embraced her new identity in her music, releasing her first EP dedicated to her gender fluidity, Shout-out to the Lonely, in 2012. The title track featured an

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Four Ways to Boost Your Well-being Edited by Mikkel Hyldebrandt

Staying on top of the latest health trends can be a great way to enhance your well-being and adopt new habits that improve your quality of life. Here are four of the most popular health trends right now, along with their benefits and how you can get started.

Intermittent Fasting

baths, or outdoor swimming. This practice has roots in ancient cultures and is experiencing a resurgence due What it is: Intermittent fasting (IF) is a dietary approach to its purported health benefits. that alternates between periods of eating and fasting.

Common methods include the 16/8 method, where Benefits: Cold water therapy is said to boost circulation, you fast for 16 hours and eat during an 8-hour window, enhance recovery after exercise, reduce muscle and the 5:2 method, where you eat normally for five soreness, and strengthen the immune system. It may days and restrict calories on two non-consecutive days. also improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety by triggering the release of endorphins.

Benefits: IF has been linked to weight loss, improved metabolism, better blood sugar control, and increased How to get started: If you’re new to cold water therapy, longevity. It may also enhance brain health by reducing start with cold showers. Begin with lukewarm water, inflammation and oxidative stress. then gradually reduce the temperature over time.

Alternatively, try a 30-second burst of cold water at the How to get started: Begin by choosing a method that end of your regular shower to ease into the practice. fits your lifestyle. For beginners, the 16/8 method is often the easiest to start with. Make sure to stay Digital Detox hydrated during fasting periods and focus on nutrientdense foods during eating windows.

What it is: A digital detox involves taking a break from screens, including smartphones, computers, and Mindful Eating social media. The goal is to reduce stress, improve mental health, and foster more meaningful in-person What it is: Mindful eating involves paying full attention interactions. to the experience of eating and drinking, both inside and outside the body. It emphasizes awareness of the Benefits: Reducing screen time can decrease stress, taste, texture, and aroma of food, as well as the body’s improve sleep quality, and enhance focus and hunger and fullness cues. productivity. It also encourages more face-to-face communication, leading to stronger social connections.

Benefits: Practicing mindful eating can help you develop a healthier relationship with food, reduce overeating, How to get started: Start with small steps, like setting and make more informed food choices. It may also specific times during the day to unplug from digital reduce stress and improve digestion by encouraging devices or designating one screen-free day per week. slower, more thoughtful eating.

Use the time to engage in activities that don’t involve technology, such as reading, exercising, or spending How to get started: Start by eliminating distractions time outdoors. during meals—no phones, TV, or multitasking. Take smaller bites, chew thoroughly, and savor each Incorporating these health trends into your life can mouthful. Listen to your body’s signals of hunger and provide a wide range of benefits, from improved fullness, and try to eat until you’re satisfied, not stuffed. physical health to better mental well-being. Whether you’re looking to change your eating habits, boost your Cold Water Therapy recovery, or take a break from digital distractions, these trends offer practical ways to enhance your overall What it is: Cold water therapy involves exposing the health. body to cold water, either through cold showers, ice

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Pride Journey: Panama City, Panama

By Joey Amato

Panama City, the vibrant capital of Panama, is a city where history meets modernity, and nature intertwines with urban life. This bustling metropolis offers an array of experiences, from exploring historic districts to marveling at engineering marvels and savoring worldrenowned coffee. Among its many attractions, Casco Antiguo, the Bio Museo, the Panama Canal, and Geisha coffee stand out as must-see highlights.

Casco Antiguo, also known as Casco Viejo or San Felipe, is the historic district of Panama City.

Founded in 1673, it replaced the original Panama City (Panama Panama’s pride festival has grown tremendously in the Viejo) which was past few years. I had the chance to walk in the parade destroyed by pirates. This which snakes around Casco Antiguo. As we walked UNESCO World Heritage along the stone streets of the parade route, it was site is a testament to the hard not to get emotional, seeing thousands of people city’s colonial past, with waving, smiling and reveling in the community. its narrow cobblestone streets, colorful Spanish After a long day of Pride events, check in to the colonial buildings, and beautiful JW Marriott Panama, a beacon of luxury impressive churches. and elegance, nestled in the vibrant Punta Pacifica neighborhood. This iconic hotel offers stunning views Walking through Casco Antiguo feels like stepping back of the Pacific Ocean and the city skyline, providing in time. The architecture is a blend of Spanish, French, guests with an unforgettable experience of comfort and early American styles, reflecting the diverse and sophistication. influences that have shaped Panama over the centuries.

Key landmarks include the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Strategically located near the bustling financial district Church of San José with its famous golden altar, and the and major attractions, the JW Marriott Panama is an Plaza de Francia, which honors the French builders of ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers. the Panama Canal.

Its proximity to Tocumen International Airport, just a 20-minute drive away, ensures convenient access for Beyond its historical significance, Casco Antiguo is a international guests. The property features over 300 cultural hub, brimming with art galleries, museums, elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each designed boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. The area comes alive with contemporary decor and modern amenities. in the evenings, with rooftop bars offering stunning Floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views, while views of the modern city skyline and the Pacific plush bedding, spacious bathrooms, and high-speed Ocean. Whether you’re sipping cocktails at a trendy internet ensure a comfortable stay. The hotel’s suites bar or dining at a gourmet restaurant, the ambiance in provide additional luxuries, such as separate living Casco Antiguo is unmatched. This is also hub of LGBTQ areas, private balconies, and access to the exclusive activities in Panama as well as the home to Panama City Executive Lounge.

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attraction. Visitors can learn about its history and operation at the Miraflores Visitor Center, which offers an up-close view of the massive locks in action.

Watching a ship navigate through the locks is a fascinating experience, showcasing the precision and scale of this engineering marvel.

The Panama Canal Expansion, completed in 2016, added a new set of locks to accommodate larger vessels, further enhancing its capacity and global significance. The visitor center provides interactive exhibits, a theater, and observation decks, making it a Guests can indulge in a variety of dining options at comprehensive educational experience. the JW Marriott Panama. The hotel features multiple restaurants and bars, offering everything from gourmet Coffee enthusiasts should try to experience a Geisha international cuisine to local Panamanian flavors. Coffee tasting. Panama is home to some of the world’s Dining options include a poolside restaurant with finest coffee, and Geisha coffee stands at the pinnacle breathtaking views, a chic lounge for casual gatherings, of this reputation. Originally from Ethiopia, Geisha and an elegant restaurant for fine dining. coffee found a new home in Panama’s highlands, particularly in the Boquete region. The unique climate The JW Marriott Panama also offers an array of and volcanic soil of this area provide ideal conditions amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. A for growing this exceptional coffee variety. state-of-the-art fitness center, an outdoor infinity pool, and a luxurious spa provide ample opportunities for Geisha coffee is renowned for relaxation and rejuvenation. its complex flavor profile, which includes floral, fruity, and spicy After a wonderful night’s sleep, head to the Bio Museo, notes. It has gained international a striking structure designed by renowned architect acclaim, consistently winning Frank Gehry. Its colorful, angular design symbolizes top prizes at coffee competitions the vibrant biodiversity of Panama. Opened in 2014, and fetching record-breaking the museum aims to educate visitors about the natural prices at auctions. Coffee history of Panama and its crucial role in the Earth’s aficionados from around the biodiversity. world seek out this premium coffee for its unparalleled Inside, the Bio Museo features eight galleries that tell quality. the story of Panama’s natural wonders. The exhibits highlight the country’s unique position as a land Visitors to Panama can experience Geisha coffee bridge that has facilitated the migration of species through tours of coffee farms in the Boquete region or between North and South America. Visitors can explore at select locations in the city. These tours offer insights interactive displays, life-sized models, and multimedia into the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of this presentations that highlight Panama’s rich flora and gourmet coffee. Tasting sessions allow visitors to savor fauna. the unique flavors and aromas that make Geisha coffee a true delicacy.

One of the museum’s highlights is the Gallery of Panama City is a destination that offers a rich tapestry Biodiversity, which emphasizes the importance of of experiences, from its historic charm and cultural conserving Panama’s natural habitats. The Bio Museo vibrancy to its natural wonders and culinary delights. also offers stunning views of the Panama City skyline Exploring Casco Antiguo provides a glimpse into the and the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, making it city’s colonial past, while the Bio Museo celebrates its a perfect spot for both education and relaxation. biodiversity. The Panama Canal stands as a testament to human ingenuity, and Geisha coffee showcases the Not too far away is The Panama Canal, one of the most country’s agricultural excellence. significant engineering feats in history. Completed in 1914, this 50-mile-long canal connects the Atlantic and Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or a Pacific Oceans, revolutionizing global trade routes. The coffee enthusiast, Panama City has something to offer. construction of the canal was a monumental task that Its unique blend of old and new, nature and technology, involved overcoming numerous challenges, including makes it a captivating destination that leaves a lasting disease, difficult terrain, and political complexities. impression on all who visit.

Today, the Panama Canal remains a vital artery of Enjoy the Journey! international maritime trade and a major tourist

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