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Tony Sweet

Tony Sweet is the youngest son of four children in a very musical family. He grew up in Grenola, Kansas, and didn’t start singing publicly until the age of twenty-five. Tony sang in churches in Kansas and Missouri where he felt most at home. 

From Kansas, Tony moved to Los Angeles where he was amazed at how diverse people were and felt increasingly comfortable with his own identity of being both Christian and gay. In LA he met people who had walked away from their faith because of the condemnations by people of faith. Tony committed himself to helping others find their way back to their faith and to give them the peace they need to understand God loves them as they are. 

In 2008 Tony was a runner up in the Gospel Music Channel’s Gospel Dream, which is comparable to the American Idol of Gospel music.  Tony’s dream is to change people’s life through his music, his words, his life experiences and his faith. Since then Tony has performed at the 4,000 member Cathedral of Hope in Dallas, TX and the Outfest Legacy Awards at the Director’s Guild in Hollywood.

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Friday, March 5, 2010

Tonight's show was a great show of information and entertainment.  We started the show by announcing Ms Kim Yarbrough as our new co-host.  Then Mark Anthony Lord, Spiritual Leader and Author called in from Chicago to speak about their upcoming conference here in Los Angeles, Liberation 2010.  He also spoke about his journey to lead him to the life as a spiritual leader. 

Then we had the amazing Openly Gay Actor Bill Brochtrup, he started out in NYC in theater and then moved to Los Angeles and has started in Film and Television.  Such films as HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU, MAN OF THE YEAR and television you may know him as playing John Irvin in the long running hit show NYPD Blues, and other shows such as In The Lie, Public Morals and Without A Trace.  He is currently starring the a play here locally called "Cousin Bette"  at The Antaeus Company. 

Then we talked Oscars with Wally and his expertise, because I had no knowledge of what is up for any nominations. 

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Friday, February 26, 2010

I really enjoyed tonight's show, we had five great guests, yes five.  We started the Show with the fabulous Pop-Rock Group
Everlife, its a Sister Trio consisting of Sarah, Amber and Julia Ross. Their harmonies and growing up on 60's and 70's music had a big influence on their style of music.  They worked for Disney by being on 12 Compilation CD's of Disney's including a Hannah Montana and they have opened for other Disney Groups such as The Jonas Brothers, The Cheetah Girls and Miley Cyrus.  They are very talented and I love their music. 

Then we had the beautiful and fabulous Emmy nominated Actress Jennifer Bassey.  Ms Bassey has been on Broadway, Films and Television, she is mostly known for her portrayal of Marian Colby on the ABC's All My Children. This wonderful lady is hilarious, beautiful and has so many stories to tell about behind the scenes of the soap opera's, PRICELESS.  

Then We heard from ManCrunch.com to talk about legit dating site that is focused on relationships not hookups for the GLBT Community. 

Friday, February 19, 2010

Tonight's Show was amazing and fun.  We had a guest co host Kim Yarbrough on the show.  Also Producer/Author/Actor Donald Welch and Actress/Singer Melora Hardin. 

Donald Welch, Author of The Bachelorette Party and My Sister's House and creator of the Hit Gospel Musical "Hallelujah Mahalia"  which will be at the Wilshire Ebel on February 27 at 5pm. 

The we had the beautiful and talented Melora Hardin from the Office where she played Jan Levinson and also in the series MONK where she played Monks wife.  Then you might recognize her from the movies Hannah Montana and 17 Again.  But see is promoting her new CD "All The Way To Mars"  a collection of Broadway, Pop and her own original songs.  She is very talented and funny. 

Friday, February 12, 2010

We had three great guests on Friday February 12, 2010.  We have Michelle Williams, formerly of Destiny's Child, Michelle is currently starring as Roxy in the Broadway Musical Chicago, as you know she was 1/3 of the best selling and most popular R&B Female group of all time, Destiny's Child. 

Then we had Melinda Watts, the 2008 Gospel Dream Winner of the Gospel Music Channel.  Melinda is the up and coming Gospel Star and with her voice, inspiration and her passion to tell all people about her faith and love for her God will definitely keep her at the top of her game. 

Finally We had Rick Jacobs on the show, Rick is the Founder and Chair of the Courage Campaign.  The Courage Campaign is a grass roots of over 700,000 members that are working hard to get Equal Rights for all people in California and through out the country. Such a great organization and Rick is a great man. 

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Friday, February 5, 2010

Tonights show was fun, entertaining and very educational.  We had 4 guests on the show.  We started off with the Fabulous
Kim Zolciak of Real Housewives of Atlanta, Yes Ms. Dont Be Tardy For The Party Herself.  Kim was amazing and so real.  We talked about her wanting to have her own reality show and moving to California and being a party of Orange County Housewives show. 

We had Wayne Besen, Founding Executive Director of Truth Wins out spoke with us on the Crisis in Uganda. 

We had two amazing Recording artists, Award winning artist Levi Kreis, who has been playing Jerry Lee Lewis in the Chicago Musical "Million Dollar Quartet" will be moving to Broadway starting April 13, 2010, Replacing The musical RENT.  Also he is releasing a new video for his song "Nothing At All". 

Then we had up and coming Recording artist, Matthew David, who will be featured at the Winter Olympics with his song "Today", and Levi and Matthew wrote and recorded a song called "Revolution" But one of my favorite songs of Matthew was written by Levi is called "Look How I've Grown"  Keep your eye out for this upcoming Star. 

 
Friday, January 29, 2010

Tonights show was another jammed packed show.  We have four guests that brought a lot of talent to our guest.  We started off with an amazing singer/songwriter Scott Alan has been writing for a long time but still very young.  His Cd's is a compilation of some of the top Broadway stars of today and his music is just amazing, so heartfelt and I hope you go purchase his albums. 

Then we had the Very Talented and Beautiful lady.  Actress/Author Carolyn Hennesy, Carolyn plays Diane Miller on General Hospital and Barb on the hit series Cougar Town.  She is also a Best Selling Author of a series of Children books called Pandora, based on a Greek Mythology and Pandora Box.  She is such a Talented and amazing Actress.  Watch her every weekday on ABC's General Hospital and Wednesday Nights on ABC on Cougar Town. 

Then we had the Brilliantly and talented Broadway and Recording Artist Linda Eder.  Linda released her 13th CD in October and again has brought a whole new take on songs from movies from 50 years ago until today.  She is one of the most gifted vocalist out there and she is well respected from other gifted singers.  Now, she wants to go for her dreams of being a country songwriter/singer. 

Lastly, we had Kelly Commerford on the show, Kelly is the Director of Marketing for the Manchester Grand Hyatt Regency in San Diego.  Kelly joined us to help make amends with the GLBT community for the doings of Mr Manchester who is the property owner of the Grand Hyatt Regency.  He doesn't have anything to do with the busy its self. Mr Manchester made 125,000 donation to Yes on Prop 8 and after 2 years he has changed his mind and has apologized for this action and wants to make it right with the GLBT community.  Its a heartfelt apology and hope that the community can move forward and make amends.  For the apology please check out the website MGHSDtruth . and lets support them now by staying at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego.

Friday, January 22, 2010

Tonight's show was another fun night!  A night of inspiration, of laughs and of information.  Ali  Vincent was so inspiring to all those people that are struggling with their weight and themselves,  with the release of her book "Believe It, Be It" will inspire many.

Then Alec Mapa, Actor/Comedian, entertained us with his story of how he made it in Hollywood and has worked with about everyone of name.  He is so funny but also wanted to adopt and start a family with his partner. Plus he is going to be a in a play starting January 30. 

Then Paul Katami, our Fitness Guru also soon to be historic GLBT Figure, because Paul is part of the Prop 8 Hearing because Paul and his Partner Jeff are the Plaintiff's in this historic hearing. 
Friday, January 15, 2010

You talk about a show!  It will be hard to top this show! 

We had Legendary Actress Debbie Reynolds and Bravo's Tabatha Coffey as a Guest Co-Host. 

Tabatha was nice and sweet to change her last minute plans to come on the show to help Tony and Kevin Interview Debbie Reynolds.  Tabatha just finished her 2nd season of Tabatha's Salon Takeover.

Debbie Reynolds with over 60+ movies under her belt, numerous television appearances,  this Oscar nominated, 5 time Golden Globe Nominated STAR, was amazing taking about  her shows that she will be doing in the Los Angeles area and taking us back to the Good Ole days of Hollywood, talking about her close friends with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Eddie Fisher, Judy Garland and many many other of friends. It was so wonderful to hear her perspective of today's music and about her career in detail.  Love her and I hope you guys enjoy this show as much as I did. 

Friday, January 8, 2010

January 8, 2010's show we had Recording Artist Darci Monet on the show.  Darci debuted her New Dance hit "Jezebel"  Its a for sure future Dance hit, so keep your hear out for it.  We talked about Darci working with Dolly Parton, Steve Winwood, and the Judds in Nashville along with writing some amazing songs with Levi Kreis.  Then we talked about her vocal coaching and proper techniques and good and bad ways of teaching. For information on Darci Monet and possibly working with her as your vocal coach go to DarciMonet

Friday, January 1, 2010

To start the New Year right we had two great guests on the show. We started in the first hour by having Psychic Beatrice Marot talk about what is ahead in 2010, giving Non Rev. Kev a reading and explaining how people loose their natural ability to see their own visions.

Then we had an amazing and talented Christian Recording Artist, Rachael Lampa. Rachael a Dove award winner and who was signed to a major Christian label at the age of 14 is currently releasing her new CD titled "Human" on January 5th, 2010.  We played 3 of her songs Avalanche, Human and Loving you is killing me. 

 
Friday, December 25, 2009

Tonight's Show is The On Air With Tony Sweet Christmas Show!  Tony spends an hour playing some of his and your favorite christmas music along with having his Pastor Rev. Dr. Neil Thomas of MCC Church in Los Angeles talk about the meaing of Christmas and giving us a prayer for the holiday.  Tony also shared his family with everyoneby speaking with his mother and his family wishing everyone a Merry Christmas. 

Friday, December 18, 2009

Tonights show was a great time with Tony, Non Rev. Kevin and guest cohost Kenny Morse.

We had a great guest from former Showtimes The L Word, Elizabeth Keener.  Elizabeth talke how great it was to be a part of a ground breaking show like the L Word, because it was the first show that highlighted the Lesbian community.  She also talked about her Webseries called Venice The Series.com and a new show on Here Channel coming up in the near future.

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Friday, December 11, 2009

Tonight's show was fun show that had some great guests on. 
We had Actor Steve Hayes and Broadway Star Eden Espinosa. 

Steve Hayes is a openly Gay Actor that has been in movies such as Trick (1999) and The Big Gay Musical (2009). He is full of energy and such a sweetheart I really enjoyed having him on the show.  He is also doing a weekly segment on Youtube called "Tired Old Queen at the Movies"  Where he brings back to life old movies and reviews then to bring interests back to the era of Romance and Class. 

Then we had Eden Espinosa who is known for her role as
Elphaba in the Broadway Musical "Wicked" but when you hear her talented and Diva voice you can't help but to love her. 
She is currently working on getting her first CD underway 
and hoping to release it in 2010.  Find her on Facebook just
look up Eden Espinosa. 

Friday, December 4, 2009

Tonight's show was so amazing, we had two great guests and two guest co-hosts.  Tabatha Coffey of Bravo's Tabatha's Salon Takeover and "The View" host Sherri Shepherd. 

Tabatha stayed with us for a full hour taking calls from her fans and just chatting about her show, her passion for the Hair Care industry and how she appreciates her fans so much. and

Sherri Sherpherd, One of the hosts of The View was on the show talking about her new book "Permissions Slip"  where its a humorous autobiography about giving women permission to enjoy their lives after a divorce, a breakup or whatever tragedy that has happened in their lives.  We talked about the View and how it was surreal being a permanent spot on this hit show and then we talk about her Sitcom on Lifetime called "Sherri" where her new book plays out. 

Kenny Morse once again helped me out while Non Rev. Kevin was out and we had a great time and played great music by David Phelps a future guest. 

 
Friday, November 27, 2009

Tonight's show was a great show of just talking with friends,  I had a guest co-host, Kenny Morse Aka Karaoke with Kenny, Mr. Traffic.  Kenny with a background in Broadway, Radio, and television brought to the show experience and wisdom that I so enjoyed. and We had a great time just chatting and talking about the world.  Joining us was Fitness Guru Paul Katami, he talked about getting through the holiday's without gaining and to keep your mind on something positive to staying fit. 

Friday, November 20, 2009

Another great show with amazing guests.  It was our Thanksgiving show and Kevin and Tony shared what they were thankful for the year.  We had three amazing guests. 

First We had Jack Mackenroth, Fashion Designer and Advocate, that you may know from the 4th Season of Project Runway. Then we had a representative from Out And About Tours, Los Angeles's first and only GLBT historical site tour that takes you to important historical site that where events that helped to progress the GLBT movement. If you want a discount to take the tour, they are giving a discount to all our listeners, must go to website and under discounts just enter Sweet and get your discount. 

Lastly, we had the amazingly funny, Comedienne Margaret ChoMargaret is a Actress, Comedian and Recording Artist, we talked her about latest Stand Up Comedy tour, her new release of her 5th DVD of her last tour "Beautiful".  Then we talked about her role on the Hit Lifetime Series " Drop Dead Diva" 
Thank you to our guests. 

Friday, November 13, 2009

1 year Anniversary Show - I cant believe its been 1 year since the show started.  Kevin and I reminisced over the last year and talked about our favorite moments on the show. 

We had two amazing guests that helped us celebrate our Anniversary show.  The Legendary Anne Murray, 4 time Grammy Winning Recording Artist, 54 million Albums sold and 3 Time American Music Award Winner.  Now Anne talked about finally coming to terms with her life and putting it on paper by writing a Autobiography titled "All Of Me"  She was amazing and as always very entertaining. 

Then we had former boy band member of 98 Degrees, Jeff Timmons.  Now a solo recording artist, a father of two and someone that gave great wisdom to many artists that are trying to break into the business.  Jeff shared one of his songs called Emotional High a up tempo song that everyone should go download.  Jeff is giving away his new CD for free and hopes everyone will download it and will share with everyone else. 

Thank you everyone for supporting our show and I hope you continue to stay with us and share your stories and tell us who you want on the show.  Lots of Love  Tony and Kevin

Friday, November 6, 2009

Tonight's we had two wonderful woman that has made a impact in their careers.  First we had an amazing man, Bishop Gene Robinson.  Bishop Robinson was the first openly Gay person to be elected to the position of the Bishop of the Diocese of New Hampshire for the Episcopal Church of the USA.  He was the first gay Bishop to Kick Off a Presidential Inauguration with a prayer for President Obama and In 2009 he was honored by the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) with the Stephen F. Kolzak Media Award

Than we had Kevin seta, a dancer/singer/actor/choreographer. Who you might remember from Madonna's Documentary Truth or Dare back in 1991. He has danced and choreographed for Madonna, Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, Anastacia and that is to name a few. We talked about his career and now his singing career where he goes by The Rogue Romeo. He is talented and Handsome.

 
Friday, October 30, 2009

Tonight's guests were amazing,  We had 4 wonderful guests.  We started off with the Award winning Producers of HitPlay.  JoJoHo and SeanyP, Grammy and Emmy Winning producers that have worked with artists such as Ray Boltz, BeBe and CeCe Winans, to Ari Gold, Kelly King and Melinda Doolittle.  They are amazing and putting together their own music that we played two of their new songs.

Then we had 5 time Grammy Nominee and Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Michael Feinstein,  He is releasing a new CD called "The Power of Two" which he did duets with Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson, it releases Nov 3, 2009. 

Finally we had Mike Rizzo from the Gay and Lesbian Center here in Los Angeles, where he talked about starting a new program for people that are addicted to Crystal Meth and still functioning.  They started a evening program to help people that still have jobs and function but can get help after work. A Great Program!

Friday, October 23, 2009

Tonight we have a full house for you,  Due to unfortunate circumstances Jack Mackenroth of Project Runway couldn't make it, but we will have him on soon in the near future. 

Our First guest all the way from Springfield, MO.  Ron Phillips-Hill joined us in studio.  Ron, a recording artist with amazing music shared with us about his inspiration and passion for music and songwriting.  He talked about his song "Little Things" that are dedicated to his son. 

Our Last guest 2000 Dove Award Winning and Chart Billboard chart topping Tiffany Lee or better known as PLUMB is a Christian rock/alternative rock group.  Tiffany who is an amazing songwriter and many of her songs have been recorded by Kimberley Lock, Mandy Moore and Michelle Branch and many more and her own songs have been used in movies such as Bruce Almighty, Drive Me Crazy and for television such as Dawson's Creek and Felicity plus many more. Her Knack for writing a song and the power of the way she delivers it, wow! 

Friday, October 16, 2009

we had a jam packed show.  We started off with Comedian and Writer for the Chelsea Lately Show Guy Branum, who talked about going from Law School to the Small stage of doing stand up comedy.  Then we had Up and Coming Diva Recording Artist Kelly King.  Kelly who has opened for Michael Bolton and Babyface is a powerhouse and a AC Billboard Chart topper with her 5 1/2 octave range.  We talk about her new CD Working Girl Remix CD. 

Colin Weil stopped by from APLA (Aids Project Los Angeles) to speak about the Oct 18 AIDS Walk fundraiser in the hopes of helping thousands of HIV Poz people survive longer. Last we had Nick Pratley and we had a great discussion about meditation and the different types of meditation. Also informing us about a Group Online Meditation conference Nov 7 where he wants everyone to participate intrueessence

Friday, October 9, 2009

Tonight we have a combination of two amazing people,  first we have the Queen of Comedy, BET Talk Show Host, possible Oscar Nominee and Actress of many Tv and Films, The Amazing Mo'Nique was on the show telling us about her new BET Talk Show and how it was a dream of her's to have a talk show for over 20 years and the movie Precious where she portrayed abusive mother, different from her other comedic roles. 

Then we had a young man that not only is a Real Estate Entreprenuer, a Reality Star on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing but he also wrote a book on his Grandmother and her struggles of escaping the Nazi's in World War II to becoming a Designer that changed the fashion industry by bringing Polyester to America.  JoshFlagg

Along with Kim YarBrough as our special Guest Co-Host and then Kim sang live on the Air. 

Friday, October 2, 2009

Tonight's show we had three amazing guys on the program. We started off with the Founder of The Tweaker's Project.  A Non-Profit Organization that Jimmy Palmieri founded because he saw a friend go through the battle of Crystal Meth.  This Organization helps people find help, have a place to turn and be given the right path to a new start.

Then we had a young man that with his talent is pursuing his passion and dream of becoming a Recording Artist. Toby Madigan is a openly gay musician that recently entered a contest to sing at the March for Equality in Washington D.C. because he not only has passion for music but has taken a stance for Equality for everyone.

Finally, we had a man that is very well respected in the Theater.  He has been nominated for a Tony Award, he has played opposite of some of the great Broadway star's and he is a star himself, Douglas Sills took Broadway by storm in the late 90's when he had the lead role in the Scarlet Pimpernel for which he received the Tony Nomination.  Doug, has been in several wonderful role and has played opposite of Linda Eder and Kristen Chenoweth. I am a fan of Doug's and he has a long career ahead of him.

 
Friday, September 25, 2009

A Night Of Dance Diva's

We had three of the top Dance Diva's of our time, first we started off with Michelle Weeks, Gospel Dance Diva's.  Michelle has had a long career that through her music she has been ministering to her.  Each one of her songs has a spiritual connection and a meaning that helps everyone feel goo about who they are. 

Then Robin S. one of the top selling dance songs ever "Show Me Love".  Robin is a funny, talented and ready to continue her long career.  She has traveled the world and now a mother and grandmother is thinking about putting her first gospel cd together. 

Finally we had the Diva's of all Diva's, Martha Wash!  Martha has been the role model for many other Dance Diva's. She is reached millions of people all around the world with her voice and her love for music and her fans keep her producing music.  Her love for Gospel and her hope to finish her first Gospel Cd to please her Mother's dream of her being in Gospel music and her own dream of the passion to spread God's message.  Martha will be around for many many years to come.

Friday, September 18, 2009

Tonight's show was all about Soap Opera's and pursuing your dreams and working through challenges in your life. 

First we had Thom Beirdz, who plays Phillip Chancellor III in the Daytime Soap "Young and the Restless" Thom from 1986 to 1989 was on the Y&R and left to pursue a film career, well because of a terrible circumstance it was halted,  Thom's brother Troy killed their mother because of mental illness and a few years later his other brother committed suicide, so Thom had a lot of soul searching to do and his talent of being a artist, through his paintings became a well-known painter.  Thom also wrote a book called "Forgiving Troy" its a book of telling his story of his tragedies in his life and because a award winning author.  Now as of 2009, Thom is now back on Y&R as same character but is openly gay on the show, the first open gay character to be on the show and he feels blessed to have a second chance and to be a role model for the GLBT community. 

Then we had the Co-Founder of GayDays Disneyland, Eddie Shapiro joined us to get us ready to celebrate the GayDays at Disneyland Oct 2-4.  He told us about the events, how it got started and who will be performing this year. Everyone go and have fun! 

Finally we had a beautiful man on the inside and out, and Broadway and Soap Star, Nicholas Rodriguez.  Nicholas is currently playing Nick Chavez on the Soap "One Life To Live" he is also playing a openly gay character and he too feels blessed to play this part but also feels some pressure to make sure its done correctly.  Nicholas made his career before the Soap in Broadway, by playing leads and roles in Tarzan, The Ten Commandments, Hair, and Jesus Christ Superstar.  Nicholas is a amazing young man and has a long career ahead. 

Friday, September 11, 2009

Tonight's show was a night that had two women that have changed our lives. First we had a woman that changed Television and has been entertaining us for years and then we had a woman that through a loss of her son, she has become a leading source of changing laws and making things happen in Washington D.C.

Rue McClanahan, best known for her role on The Golden Girls, where she played Blanche Devereaux, has been around for 5 decades on television.  Her breakout role started with Another World back in 1970 and continue to get more and more popular role.  From 1972 to 1978 Rue played Bea Arthur's neighbor in "Maude"  Which gave her the since of stability in Hollywood and then for 2 season she played Vicki Lawrence's sister, Fran, on Mama's Family.  After Mama's Family she began her role that made her the household name that continues to be seen everyday on Television, Blanche on the Golden Girls.  Golden Girls was on the Air for 7 seasons and after Bea Arthur left the show it was canceled.  Currently Rue has played Peggy Ingram on the LOGO's series Sordid Lives.

Then we had a woman that with the murder of her son due to a hate crime in Laramie, WY, she began the Matthew Shepard Foundation to fight for the rights of the GLBT community. 
Judy Shepard is an amazing woman that with her strength and love for her son has been fighting Washington D.C. to get the Matthew Shepard Bill in placed on the books for the no other GLBT youth or anyone else will die to this horrific crime.  Judy just released a book called "The meaning of Matthew, my son's murder in Laramie and a World transformed". 

Friday, September 4, 2009

Tonight's show was a night of amazing talent and music.  We started off with a woman that has two CD under her belt and that had a story to tell.  Lara Johnson, from Athens, GA talks of her story of an encounter between her and two dolphin's that help enhance her gift of music and painting. 

Then we had the 5 time Grammy Nominee and R&B icon from the 90's Tevin Campbell. Tevin has been out of the spotlight for a while but his passion for music is still strong and his career isn't over at all.  Since his #1 Hits, since his Platinum albums and since being discovered by Quincy Jones, Tevin also has been in the Broadway Show Hairstray where he play Seaweed and he is still touring and putting together a new  CD no schedule date yet.

Finally, We had an amazing woman that her music has remained in our lives.  Cece Peniston, Dance Diva, Multi-Platinum albums sold made a impact back in 1990 with her hit dance song "Finally" and then with a string of hits she has performed for Pope John Paul II, President Bill Clinton and was the first female entertainer to performer in South Africa.  You still hear her music on radio, clubs, everywhere, she is still singing all over the world, acting and still putting smiles on our faces.  Thanks Cece.

 
Friday, August 28, 2009

August 28 show was filled with amazing guys that have done a lot at a very young age.  First we had a young Actor/Producer that has been making his mark on the gay entertainment industry.  I see great things for Matt in the future. 

Then we had a young gay man that knows where he is going in life.  At 22 years old Drew Sweatte decided to run as a candidate for a City Council member for the City of Palm Springs.  What makes it more interesting and perked my interests he is running as a Republican.  This was a great segment that brought some interesting questions and I see Drew moving up the ranks as the years go on. 

Lastly, we had an amazing guest that most people would know him from the Showtime Series Queer As Folk where he played Emmett. Peter Paige.  Peter started his career on the Stage and after moving to Los Angeles, it took 3 years to get the QasF role and since the series ended he has been behind the camera.  His latest project "Leaving Barstow" was just released on DVD.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Tonight we had A Night Of Sordid Lives,  We had three wonderful actors that have made a mark in Hollywood and Made Sordid Lives the Cult Movie it is today.

Our first guest Beth Grant has been a fixture in the Hollywood on the Big Screen and Little Screen.  She has been in movies such as Rain Man, To Wong Foo, Speed, and television shows such as Pushing Daisies, Golden Girls, My name is Earl and Jericho, the list goes on and on.  Beth has two new movies coming out Sept 4 Extract and All About Steve.  Beth played Sissy in Sordid Lives and with her humor and amazing talent she help make Sordid Lives a Cult movie.

Second Hour we had two guests, Dr Eve. and Wardell from Sordid Lives, they have been a couple for over 40 years and also a fixture in Hollywood.  Newell and Rosemary Alexander, are Actors, Photographers, singer, and Voice Over personalities.  They are constantly busy and with both their talents and big Hearts, you cant help but love them.

Friday, August 14, 2009

If you like Music and if you like American Idol, then you are in for a treat!  Tonight we have three Past Finalists of American Idol, some of my favorites.  From season 2 we have the wonderful Kimberley Locke, we had such a great time because she took calls from her fans.  We had an open book conversation about Idol, Celebrity Fit Club, and the Gospel Dream.  Also keep an eye out for her new album in 2010. 

Then we have two finalists from season 6, we started with the amazing Melinda Doolittle who has just released her first Cd in Feb 2009 titled "Coming Back To You"  its a great cd and Melinda has been touring the world singing her heart out. 
Then to finish up we had Blake Lewis, the known for his beatbox and creative talent on the show,  Blake talked to us about his promotional tour of the east coast for his upcoming release of his sophomore Cd, Oct 6 titled "HeartBreak on Vinyl" .  This Cd is his breakout Cd because all the songs on his Cd he wrote and very personal to him.

We want to Thank all the Idols for coming on the show and hope they all come back

Friday, August 7, 2009

Tonight's shows was a great show will all the hosts in studio.  We had two wonderful guests on the show,  First was Nick Pratley.  Nick is a Holistic Practitioner and  the Founder of InTruessence.  We learned how to meditate and how to focus when having trouble learning meditation.  Nick talked about being from Sydney Australia and growing up with a father that is a Doctor and his learning the power of spirituality and Herbs to find the True Essence!

Then we had a woman that has made history by becoming the first woman and openly gay person to serve as the President on the Board of Rabbi's for Southern California.  Rabbi Denise Eger has been leading the way in the GLBT community by serving the head of many organizations that have help many GLBT people including HIV/AIDS Patients to Prop 8 and Equal Rights for all people.  This is a wonderful lady that I am honored to have on the show. 

 
Friday, July 31, 2009

Tonight on the show, Tony, Ann and Ricky had great discussions about the U.S. Military vs UK Military on Don't Ask Don't Tell.  Our first guest is a man that is one of the top Voice-Over Actors in Hollywood, a Fitness Model, Human Rights Activist and Author of four books and his latest book called "If the Rain Don't Cleanse" was released in June of 2009. www.BenPatrickJohnson.com

Our Second guest was absolutely amazing with his knowledge of Human Rights, Harry Knox, the Director of Religion for the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). Harry joined HRC in 2005 and has created a national speakers' bureau that reaches more than 10 million Americans monthly. 

Friday, July 24, 2009

Tony Sweet hosted with his co-host Ann Walker and AD, started off talking about the current issues around the GLBT community and Washington's.  We played some great new music from a Newly Signed Warner Bros Artist Called Sliimy, he is from France and soon to release his new CD in September.  We interviewed Actor and TV Personality Simon Rex where we talked about his new pilot that makes fun of his past from the intimate video to MTV and Scary movies 3 and 4.

Then in the 7pm hour we interviewed Recording Artist Ari Gold, who is openly Gay and has been topping the charts with is music and breaking down barriers to help the GLBT community.  Ari has won awards, voted as a top sex symbol and had many songs on the top ten bill board charts. 

Friday, July 17, 2009

Tonight we had a great show, we had a great time talking about up to date news for the GLBT community and Due to unfortunate circumstances Author and Civil Rights Activist Ben Patrick Johnson couldn't make it to the show so we had to do quit on the feet chatting.  But Ben will be back in the near future.

at the 7pm hour we had the Best Selling Author, Political and Civil Rights Activist David Mixner. David has worked with Pres. Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Senator Ted Kennedy, Pres. Bill Clinton, and many many more Political figures.  You can check out his website and daily blog at www.DavidMixner.com and please read both his Best Selling Books, "Stranger Among Friends" and "Brave Journeys - Profiles in Gay and lesbian Courage". He is an amazing man that deserves a thank you.  

Friday, July 10, 2009

This show was an amazing show, educational, informative and entertaining.  Ann Walker, Kevin and Myself were all there and we talked about the Outfest opening for the 2009 film festival.  We reviewed La Mission movie starring Benjamin Bratt written by his brother Peter Bratt. 

Then we interviewed Recording Artist Phil Putnam, Phil lives in New York City and talked about growing up in California and how he got into Music.  He also gave us a inspiration message that never give up on your dream and never let anything stop your from being who you are.  Phil's is nominated for Best indie Artist of 2009 and has number #1 videos on LOGO television. 

In the 7pm hour we had the amazing and wonderful Oscar Winning for the Screen Writing of Milk, Dustin Lance Black.  Lance we so amazing and sweet, he motivates, inspires and encourages us all be stay up and not to accept less than we deserve.  He really hopes that we all will go to the March On Washington not for a party but to organize our movement in the fight for equality so we can go back to where we are from to make the difference.  It was a great show. 
Friday, July 3, 2009

July 3, 2009 we had a packed show.  We celebrated America's birthday!  We started off with the Founders of the NoH8 campaign, Adam Bouska and Jeff Parshley.  We talked about how they started the campaign and how successful it has become.  They are taking it to a new level of going international with their participants. www.NoH8Campaign.com

Then we had Outfest's Jon Korn, He talked about OutFest 2009 beginning July 9 - 19 and how OutFest is the longest running Film Festival in the Los Angeles Area and it being one of the top GLBT Film Festival in the world.  www.OutFest.org

Trans gender Comedian and Logo's Star Ian Harvie is the only Transgender comedian in the world, joined us to talk about his life and his struggle with understanding not only his sexuality but also his gender plus having become a public figure the responsibility of becoming a role model for GLBT youth. www.IanHarvie.com

 
Friday, June 26, 2009
Tonight's show June 26 was a great show, in the first hour we had talked about the 40th Anniversary of Stonewall by giving the History of Stonewall and How the Gay Liberation Movement got started.  We had Singer Erin Duncan sing LIVE in then Studio and she was amazing. 

In the Second hour we had a great interview with California Senator Mark Leno, the first openly Gay man elected to the California State Senate. We asked Senator Leno about the CA budget Crisis, budget cuts to the HIV/AIDS, getting Harvey Milk Day on the calendar and he gave us some encouraging words to motivate the GLBT community to stand up and make a difference. www.MarkLeno.com  After Senator Leno we had On Air's Celebrity Trainer Tanja Djelevic talk about having a physical fit body will help with having a spiritual fit mind.  http://blog.gaiam.com/blog/author/tanjad/
Friday, June 19, 2009

On Air With Tony Sweet was so happy to introduce the first of Many themed nights "A Night with Gospel Music"  In the first hour we had some amazing music by Gospel Singers Marvin Matthews and Kim Yarbrough.  Marvin who has sung with the Billy Gaither Homecoming Tours, Oversea's and at the Hour of Power Robert Shuller's Crystal Cathedral.  We heard two of his wonderful songs There is a Fountain and His Eyes our on the Sparrow.  You can go to his website at www.MarvinMatthews.com and then we had the beautiful talented and anointed voice of Kim, she was discovered here and helped by Rev. Della Reese and now her voice is blessing anyone that hears her.  www.KimYarbrough.com

Second hour we interviewed Bishop Roy Bright Jr of Austin TX.  This is where two opposing sides came together for a 3rd time to explain that even though we may disagree we can work to help each other out and make church a place to worship together and not separate because of your difference.  It was a great interview and a new beginning to help so many heal from reject and abandonment by religion.  www.RoyBright.org
Friday, June 12, 2009
In the First Hour we have Kevin, Brandon and Tony talking about current news issues from around the world.  Listening to amazing music from independent artists from around the country.  We are visited by actor/singer, Scotch Ellis Loring telling us about his upcoming concert and hearing his newly released CD.

Second Hour, we have the amazing and Gay politician Senator Sheila Kuehl, after 6 years in the CA assembly and 8 years in the CA state senate Senator Kuehl talks with us about CA politics and Gay Rights.  She talks with us about where Prop 8 went wrong and where we should go from here.
Friday, June 5, 2009
First hour show was a great hour of conversation and music.  With Ann Walker, Special guest Brandon Rolph, and myself we talked about the current news and life issues. 

Second hour we interviewed the wonderful and amazing man Rev. Dr. Mel White. Rev. White is a Gay Activist, Awarding Winning Producer, Best Selling Author, Amazing Race contestant and Co-Founder of SoulForce.  SoulForce is a non-profit organization that helps free the GLBT community from religious and political oppression through the practice of relentless nonviolent resistance. Go out and buy Mel's newest book "Religion Gone Bad - The Hidden True of the Christian Right" Thank Rev. White  www.MelWhite.org and www.SoulForce.org
 
Friday, May 29, 2009
In the first hour of On Air With Tony Sweet, Ann Walker, Recording Artist Todd Murray and Myself talked about current Gay News from around the world and then we began speaking about Prop 8 decision and we had a wonderful guest to explain the in depth of what's going on and where the GLBT community goes from here.  Interim Executive Director Rev. Samuel Chu of Faith for Equality spoke with us and it brought alot of insight to our future on getting the Rights we deserve.  http://www.cafaithforequality.org

Second Hour we interviewed former NFL Defensive Lineman Esera Tuaolo.  Esera spoke about growing up in Hawaii and getting drafted in the NFL and how it was difficult for him to be who he was and when he finally came out in 2002 on HBO Real Sports, his first relationship had paid the price of him not being able to be out in the NFL.  Now Esera is embarking on a new career, motivation speaking and becoming a recording Artist.  We listened to Esera's new music.  It was a great show!  http://www.eseraonline.com
Friday, May 22, 2009
Christian Recording Artist Ray Boltz was an amazing interview.  Ray who is a three time Dove Award Winner, has sold more than 4.5 million Albums and has been one of Christian Music's Legends for more than three decades came out of the Closet last September.  We will talk with Ray about how his family has stuck by his side, how his Christian Fans have turned their back on him but Ray has kept his faith and has even brought him closer to his God and his true self.  We will also hear some of Rays new music from his upcoming CD and its amazing.  So this is a interview you don't want to miss.  God Bless!  www.RayBoltz.com
Friday, May 15, 2009
This is On Air With Tony Sweet's first 2 hour show,  In the first hour Kevin and Tony talk about Gay News and Listened to allot of wonderful Gay Artists Songs from around the country,  We also had a topic of bullying and discussed it with each other and took live calls.  Second hour we had our guest of Damian Ganczewski, he was one of the Producers of the Prayers for Bobby.  We went behind the scenes and talked about emotional the entire cast and crew got while making the film.  This film that is based on a true story made a huge impact in not only the Gay community but to parents of GLBT Children. This was a very important show! 
www.TrevorProject.org or www.PrayerforBobby.com
Friday, May 8, 2009
Openly Gay Recording Artist Levi Kreis, has done alot in a very short time.  He has played the role Roger in the Musical Rent on the Road Tour, he is currently in the musical on a Chicago stage called "Million Dollar Quartet" where he is playing Jerry Lee Lewis.  Levi has just released his third CD titled "Where I Belong" in which he explains he has come full circle and finally feels at ease with his life and religious beliefs.  This interview gets personal and real and I really enjoyed spending time with Levi.  Checkout Levi's website at www.LeviKreis.com
Friday, May 1, 2009
Nelson Melegrito, founder of D.I.V.A which stand for (Diverse and Inclusive Visionary Artists).  D.I.V.A is a grassroots non-profit organization comprised of 2,000 members dedicated in promoting the creative endeavor of multi-ethnic LGBT artists in the media. Its mission is to provide an alternative niche to the undeserved segment of the community and safe environment to these minority artists to showcase their artistic work to the mainstream media.  We also talk to Nelson about growing up in the Philippines and his Religious background and how it plays a part in your non-profit organization. 
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Friday, April 24, 2009
Rev. Evelyn Schave, a Pentecostal preacher, that has been ministering for over 50 years has a story that will encourage others to hopefully hear God's words.  Rev Evelyn once believed Homosexuality was a sin and that the Gay community was destined for Hell.  Until one day she was given the Real Truth by God and the shackles fell from her eyes and she saw that homosexuals were also children of God that worshipped and loved God.  She knew God created them and loved them just the way they are. So her and her husband, Dennis became some of the Biggest Advocates for the Gay Community and for 20 years she is fighting the fight to show that the Gay community is loved by her and by God.  God Bless Rev Evelyn!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Mitchell Gold not only is a successful business man but a Activist, Leader and Author Mitchell was co-founder of Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams Furniture but his success made him want to do more than be a successful businessman, so he formed the Non-Profit organization called Faith in American, it's non-profit organization aimed at achieving full and equal rights for gay, lesbian, and transgender Americans.  Then after realizing that when you have something to put in the hands of parents and churches that they could read and hear stories of what young gay children suffer and go through, he wrote a book called "Crisis"  So now it is his life journey to help and save so many gay children's lives so they don't have to suffer no more.  http://www.mgbwhome.com/, www.FaithInAmerica.com, www.Crisisbook.org
Friday, April 10, 2009
Recording Artist Nikki Leonti, Former Christian Artist turned Mainstream DIVA will be releasing her first CD summer of 2009.  We talk with Nikki about being signed with a record label at a young age of 17, touring with other Christian artists, being a teenage mother and finally finding peace after leaving Christian music to pursue a career in the mainstream arena.  a wonderful show!  Plus we get to hear her do some great impressions of some of our favorite DIVA's.  www.Myspace.com/NikkiLeonti
Friday, April 3, 2009
Amy LaCoe, a transsexual woman talks about her life growing up a man, never felt like she was in the right body.  Married for 40 years to a woman, being a father and finally in her late 50's finally made the transition to transform into a woman.  Now after years of struggle is finally at peace with herself and her faith. Come listen to this educational, heartfelt testimony.  Amy also brings her friend Bambi, a drag queen talks about how dressing in drag is very therapeutic.
 
Friday, March 27, 2009
Rev Dr. Jo Hudson is the Senior Pastor at the Cathedral of Hope in Dallas, Tx,  Cathedral of Hope is the Largest Gay church in the world and with the Leadership of Rev Hudson it is bound to be lead with faith, love and acceptance. Rev Hudson is a openly lesbian and her passion to teach the true word of Christ and to live by his teachings is shown through her actions not just words.  Listen to this wonderful woman of faith about her own coming out and what called her into the ministry.  God Bless!  www.CathedralofHope.com
Friday, March 20, 2009
Emmy Winner Leslie Jordan best known for Beverly Leslie on Will and Grace and Brother Boy from Sordid Lives.  He has been a Hollywood fixture since 1982 and have had numerous appearances on sitcoms, series and in plays.  He has had success with one man shows that have sold out everywhere place he played. He is a award winner screenplay write and now an author of the book "My Trip Down The Pink Carpet".  We will talk about growing up Gay in Tennessee and about his addictions.  We will talk about his success's in Hollywood and the trials he had making his way up the ranks as an actor.  I hope you enjoy this show as much as I did.  Go to his website at www.TheLeslieJordan.com
Friday, March 13, 2009
Justin Lee, Founder of the Gay Christian Network, started this small website in 2001 because he needed his questions answered because he was struggling with his sexuality.  Well little did he know that 8 years later over 12,000 members would be a part of GCN organization.  His anointed ministry would be helping GLBT people from all over the world with their Sexuality and their faith.  GCN is a place that is safe for all people and all religions to come together for fellowship, testimonies and praise the Lord with other Gay Christians.  If you want to be a member or just want to check it out you can go to www.GayChristian.net and you will be welcome.  God Bless
Friday, March 6, 2009
Shoshana Bean is very well known for her amazing voice and talent.  She started her Career in Godspell which lead her to being in the original cast of HairSpray playing Shelley and understudied for Tracy Turnbald.   After leaving Hairspray and wanting to move to Los Angeles, Shoshana was offered Wicked, where she was Idina Menzel's understudy for Elphaba and after Indina was injured during a performance Shoshana stepped in and was a hit.   After Idina left Wicked Shoshana took over as her Replacement and she was the new Elphaba.  Now Shoshana is pursuing her lifetime goal of becoming a established R&B Recording Artist.  Her first CD "Superhero" was released Dec 2, 2008 and it is an amazing CD and you should go buy it.  Shoshana is full of life, energy and talent!  www.myspace.com/shoshanabean and coming soon www.ShoshanaBean.com
 
Friday, February 27, 2009
Todd Murray, Veteran Crooner and Recording Artists, is on the show not only promoting his release of his second CD, Stardust and Swing,  but  to talk about his life, his music and his faith.  Todd is the first Artist in the Artist Workshop Series and his experience from singing in Nashville behind some of the great Christian Singers to the Broadway Stage will help motivate and inspire other youth to explore and live their dreams. www.ToddMurray.com 
Friday, February 20, 2009
Charles Robbins, Executive Director of the Trevor Project.  The Trevor Project is a 24/7 Crisis and Suicide Prevention hotline that is available for Gay teens that are struggling with their sexuality and people that are still questioning their sexuality. This give them a place to go for help in abusive situation or just feeling like their is no other option except suicide.  Charles explains how they bring the truth to these teens that need help and let them no that suicide is not the answer but Trevor helps them find agencies or  organizations in their area to go to for help.
If your a teen and you need help call 1-866-4-U-TREVOR  or go to www.TheTrevorProject.org
Friday, February 13, 2009
This show is about Rev Troy Perry, who is the founder of the Metropolitan Community Church over 40 years ago, where he started his church in the living room of his home.  Now his churches are almost 200 churches worldwide and have made such a difference in all peoples lives.  Rev Perry's Civil Rights movement started over five decades ago and he is still making a stance to this day. so listen to this wonderful man of his wisdom, his experience, and his love of his faith and community.  You can check his website out at www.revtroyperry.org or check his church out at www.mccchurch.org
Friday, February 6, 2009
Ann Walker or better known as LaVonda Dupree, from the Sordid Lives series has been in the entertainment business for many years and in those many years she has been such a support for the Gay Community. As LaVonda she has inspired and brought so much joy to many men and women of the gay community that are struggling with their sexuality. So come listen to Ann on what she thinks of religion, how she wants to help the Gay community and how LaVonda has made such a difference in many peoples lives. Her Websites are www.AnnWalkerOnline.com www.myspace.com/akalavonda
 
Friday, January 30, 2009

Mike Jones, may not be a name you hear that often, but the impact that he has made towards the Gay community has been significant.  Mike was the man that exposed Ted Haggart, the leader of the New Life Church in Denver and also having 30 million followers towards his ministry, he was the man that was hired by Ted as a male Escort.  After dethroning Ted from his pulpit Mike was abandoned by the Gay community and felt so much anger and alone.  So listen to see how he has handled everything after the world was told.   www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vapt8xp1IhA
 

Friday, January 23, 2009

We have HitPlay's Grammy, Emmy and Dove Award Winning team Joe Hogue "JoJoHo" and SeanyP. JoJoHo has worked with many successful artists in the Christian Community such as Avalon, Crystal Lewis, Nikki Leonti and recently the legendary Ray Boltz. He has also worked with secular Artists such as Roy Orbison, Donna Summer, Michael McDonald and many others. Joe and Sean are not only partners in business but partners in life. Their journey together is an amazing story, both coming from the South, being married to women and coming out while in the Christian music industry. Listen to Joe's story of loosing his son and being put in Jail because he was Gay and still fighting his ex and the judicial system to get the right to see his son. Come and join in on the fun, laughter and tears and visit Joe and Sean's website!

www.myspace.com/hitplayproducers

Friday, January 16, 2009
Elke Kennedy, is a woman on a journey to change laws, minds and to keep her child's spirit alive.  Elke's son Sean was murdered for the simple fact that he was Gay.  May 2007, he was murdered on the streets with no one around to love him, to help him or to say goodbye, but a because he was gay and someone's hatred for him lead to his killing.  So Elke is trying to change Legislation in South Carolina to get a Hate Crime law passed, she is also trying to teach tolerance to all people of accepting other people for who they are not there color of their skin or their sexual orientation.  She is a wonderful woman that has allot to say and her ministry of hope and love.  www.seanslastwish.com
Friday, January 9, 2009

We have Del Shores, Producer, Director, Writer, Actor.  Del is best known for writing the Play, Movie and Now LOGO channel series Sordid Lives.  Del will talk about growing up in Texas and coming from a home where his Dad was a southern Baptist preacher and his mother a drama teacher, that was very supportive of him.  Del will talk about being married and having two children and then coming out at a later age.  Now Del is married to a man, loving life and after perfecting his craft of writing he has had a successful run of hit plays, and  a movie and television series.  But with all this success, he contributes his faith to be apart of all his projects and success.  www.DelShores.net

Friday, January 2, 2009
We get blessed by Rev Dr. Neil Thomas, Head Pastor of Metropolitan Community Church of Los Angeles.  Rev Neil, tells us what is was like growing up in England, being a Mormon and Moving to American and Taking over the Head Pastor position here in Los Angeles at MCC. www.mccla.org
 
Friday, December 19, 2008
This is our Christmas show where all three hosts tell our favorite Christmas and what are favorite Christmas song. 
Friday, December 12, 2008
West Hollywood's former Mayor and now City Council member the Hon. John Duran, talks about his quest to continue his fight for Civil Rights for the Gay Community and to help get prop 8 reversed.  He also talks about being angry with God and the Church, and then what helped him find peace with God. 
Friday, December 5, 2008
Rev. Alejandro “Alex” Escot Minister of Congregational Care & Pastor of ICM, talks about growing up catholic, the struggle with his own sexuality and being religious, to being HIV Positive and his journey to educated people about the false stereotypes of HIV.  www.mccla.org
 
Friday, November 28, 2008
Jorge Valencia, Executive Director and President of The Point Foundation, explains his faith and how it helped him start his own mission to help other young gay men get the education they needed.  www.pointfoundation.com
Friday, November 21, 2008
Jai Rodriguez best known from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy and Broadway's Rent, he talks about what his faith has done for him and how his church reacted when he came out.  He will also talk about what is he doing now after Queer Eye.  www.myspace.com/jairodriguezmusic 
Friday, November 14, 2008

Premier of On Air With Tony Sweet - Tony talks about his journey that lead him to being on the Gospel Dream, a Feature Story in the Advocate and Lead him to starting Tony Sweet Ministries

 

 
 
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