Broadcasting Belonging: Brad Fuhr’s Radio Revolution

What happens when belonging goes live on the air? Brad Fuhr built KGAY to prove it. 🌈🎙️

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As the architect of community behind KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 and the founder-publisher of Gay Desert Guide, Brad shows us why belonging is a superpower—and how building it changes everything. From passing his FCC license exam as a teenager to running a station that beams pride and pulse into the airwaves, Brad’s journey proves that media isn’t just about voices—it’s about representation, safety, and joy. His playbook turns connection into visibility and keeps community at the heart of the story.

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⏱️Chapters

00:00 "It's okay to come out now" - Brad’s message to his younger self
02:30 Why this episode is filmed on national TV too
05:10 KGAY’s global listeners in real time
09:45 Coming out later in life and finding courage
14:20 Trans inclusion, safety, and changing hearts and minds
18:15 Palm Springs LGBTQ+ history and first gay bars
22:40 From Chicago radio to Sirius XM to Palm Springs
27:05 Building Gay Desert Guide and KGAY Radio
31:00 Chosen family and the true meaning of belonging
33:30 Brad’s one-minute message for his 20-year-old self

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🔗 Connect with Brad

Instagram: https://instagram.com/bradfuhr ‍

Gay Desert Guide: https://GayDesertGuide.com

K-GAY Radio: https://KGayPalmSprings.com

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🎙️ About Believe Bolder

Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more.

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