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Publisher’s Note Welcome to the premiere issue of Goliath Atlanta Magazine and the next chapter of gay Atlanta media. We are thrilled with the newest addition to the landscape and hope you enjoy. Many years ago, when I first moved to Atlanta, I had a tough time figuring out how to become connected to the gay community. I asked a few new friends for help and they steered me to David Magazine, Atlanta’s gay scene bible. I used it for years to find out what events or parties were happening and where I needed to go to be in the mix. Eventually I found myself employed by David Atlanta as development director. One of my tasks is to take a hard look at our readership and make observations about what type of people pick up David and where they read the publication. What we’ve found is that while many readers begin to mature and may not frequent the scene as often, they continue to read the magazine. However, as the readers start to have a more complex life; marriage, children, home ownership, they start to desire more varied content than what David Atlanta has room to offer. Enter Goliath Atlanta, the monthly cultural magazine for you, the discerning adult gay man. Through our diverse blend of local interests, fashion, travel, health, and, yes, nightlife, we know you’ll love this publication the same way you’ve loved David Atlanta for years. Each month we’ll bring new and fresh editorial coverage for you, the modern gay man, which may or may not be limited to what’s happening within our own community. You live a varied and diverse life, and our content will follow suit. And if you are new to Atlanta, consider Goliath to be just another part of your local gay magazine repertoire. Enjoy and thank you!
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Must Haves 22 The Tie Guy 18 Fall Face Arsenal
Explore 16 Destination: Amazing Asheville
Not to be Missed 14 Get Your Hocus Pocus On, Jerusalem House Event
Feature 24 The Modern Gay Man
Photography 24 The Modern Gay Man 32 Fashion Photo Spread by Richie Arpino 40 Appearances
Advice 46 Well hello. It’s Deven Green
COVER PHOTO BY RICHIE ARPINO
Editor’s Note In partnership with our brother publication, David Atlanta, we are proud to present Goliath Atlanta. Our lives are too busy sometimes. For some of us, it seems impossible to make time for things we enjoy. We hope you’ll curl up in your favorite chair with a glass of wine or big cup of Joe and your copy of Goliath. Let us entertain and inform you. Goliath is specifically for modern gay Atlanta men, men who are hard working, goal-oriented, career-driven, fashion forward, and family focused. While we are not a giant yet, we look forward to bringing you our giant ideas. We want to hear from you. We want to know what you would like to read about in your gay entertainment magazine. In this issue, we bring you everything from the latest technology and gadgets that make our lives easier to choosing the right products to keep our skin healthy as the cold air makes its way to the South. Our fashion photo shoot this issue is from Atlanta’s own Richie Arpino. It’s sure to make you gasp as you see some of this fall’s newest fashions. We also bring you the story of David Bachman, Atlanta’s Tie Guy. In the coming issues we will bring you more stories of successful gay Atlanta men.
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We’re also excited to bring you comedienne extraordinaire Deven Green. Well hello. You know her from the “Welcome To My Home” parodies, as the satirical Betty Bowers – America’s Best Christian, OCCmakeup ads, “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” World of Wonder, and from her live music performances in brothels across America. She’s a class act and is sure to entertain you each month with her advice. We believe Goliath is just what many of you have been waiting for. Knit Blazer with Print Lining by ProjekRaw, Necklace by Vitaly, both available at Boy Next Door Menswear
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“Hocus Pocus,” Atlanta’s premiere open bar Halloween party to benefit Jerusalem House, creeps in, 7 p.m. until midnight. Expect to see Donald Trumps, slutty zombies, and Minions galore since there’s a costume contest. DJ Sean Mac will be on hand spinning the latest beats. For tickets or more details, go to www. jersualemhouse.org.
“Halloween Yappy Hour” is back! Gather your furry, four-legged friends and head to Piedmont Bark, 501 Amsterdam Ave., for this fundraiser to support For the Kid in All of Us. Costume contest for you and your pet. Irresistible dog treats, cocktails, and photo ops galore! Admission is $20 at the door.
Brains anyone? Zombie mania arrives at Walker Stalker Con 2015 at the Georgia World Congress Center. Not just a convention, this event promises zombie fan meet-ups and interaction with some of the stars of AMC’s The Walking Dead, The CW’s The Vampire Diaries, Freddy Kruger, a.k.a. Robert Englund, and more. Go to walkerstalkercon.com for more details.
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November 14 Bearded men in dresses and heels? You bet! PALS will hold its annual 2015 Manly Miss America contest at 6:00 p.m. Tickets available in advance for $15.00 at www.palsatlanta.org. Tickets purchased at the door are $20.00.
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The Chastain Park Arts Festival will host its sixth annual event at Chastain Park along Park Drive. Bring the family and come see approximately 185 artists and artisans. Check out the children’s area and local gourmet food and beverage concessions. Expect local acoustic musicians at this event, organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and volunteer artists. Go to chastainparkartsfestival.com for hours, parking details, and more. Free.
Have your lunch at the Buckhead Business Builder Luncheon, sponsored by the Atlanta Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. Cost is $25. Location: Intercontinental Hotel, 3315 Peachtree Rd. Hosted by David Olt the second Tuesday of each month at 11:45, this is a great place to network and talk business. Well, maybe flirt a little, too. Email drolt@integratedchiropractic.com to RSVP or get more info.
November 14 Didn’t get enough Halloween scares? Head to the Buried Alive Film Fest . . . if you dare! For times, tickets, and more details, go to buriedalivefilmfest.com. All screenings will take place at Fabrefaction Theatre, 999 Brady Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30318.
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Get Your Hocus Pocus On Party With Jerusalem House By Chris Brennaman
Get your broomsticks ready! Start your cauldrons boiling! Make sure you’re all stocked up on eye of newt and toe of frog! But most important, get ready to party because the 16th annual Jerusalem House Halloween Bash and Costume Party is set for Saturday, Oct. 24 at the W Atlanta in Midtown. Jerusalem House is Atlanta’s oldest and largest provider of permanent housing for low-income and homeless individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS, and over the years, its annual Halloween party has become one of the city’s signature fundraising events. “[It’s] our biggest and most successful fundraiser we host each year,” said Charlie Frew, executive director of Jerusalem House. Janet Kibler, the treasurer for Jerusalem House’s board of directors, estimates that somewhere between 300 and 400 people will turn out to get their “Hocus Pocus” on. Sure, those attendees will be looking to help with a good cause, but they’ll also be keenly aware that this isn’t some stodgy, run-of-the-mill fundraiser.
All big draws for certain, but, the biggest draw may actually be the partygoers themselves. “It’s mind blowing to see just how creative people get with their costumes,” Kibler said. “It’s one of the things that makes this so much fun.” The costume contest and parade inspire people to get pretty creative. It also sees them get pretty competitive. That’s because they’re vying for the cash and prizes, and this year all that’s valued at over $3,000. “We’ve had people dressed like they were on the Titanic,” Kibler said. “Another time we had a group dressed like the single ladies from the Beyoncé video. They even had a dance routine.” This year, she’s predicting more than a few GOP candidates “represented” at the party. But lest anyone forget, the event is a fundraiser, and according to Kibler, this year’s faux-Donald Trumps are expected to help raise between $45,000 and $50,000.
“Ours is for people who want to have a good time and who like to party,” said Kibler.
That said, raising money isn’t the only goal of Jerusalem House’s annual Halloween fund raising events. In fact, Jeff Perkins, president of Jerusalem House’s board of directors, said there are things more important than even money.
While there are different ticket price tiers, a general admission ticket gets into the event and covers food and drinks. And in addition to plenty of food, flowing drinks and bumpin’ music, partiers will get the chance to hob-knob with local names like WSBTV’s Jovita Moore, Fox 5’s John Gidding and 97.1 The River’s Kaedy Kiely.
“This is a chance to maintain awareness as much as it is about making money,” Perkins said. “If we break even, that’s OK because the awareness it creates is important. When you look at the cross section of the community that comes out and the numbers that put effort into costumes, you realize how special this event is.”
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JERUSALEM HOUSE’S “HOCUS POCUS,” THE 16 ANNUAL HALLOWEEN BASH AND COSTUME CONTEST The W Atlanta- Midtown Saturday, October 24th 7 P.M.- 12 A.M. General Admission – $65 per person through Friday, Oct. 23, $75 per person at the door Premier Admission $150 per person For more information visit www.jerusalemhouse.org/tickets
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Destination: Amazing Asheville By J. Hancock
This is not your stereotypical let’s-go-to-theBiltmore-and-hiking Asheville travel piece. By now, if you are a gay man living in the Southeast and have never at least heard of The Biltmore, you might need to get your gay card recalibrated. Yes, it’s a great place to visit. A must-see. However, Asheville is a great place for today’s modern gay man for many other reasons. Often referred to as “Ashvegas,” Asheville, North Carolina is a very gay-friendly city. Frequently landing on lists of most gay or gay-friendly cities, it’s about a 3 and ½ hour drive from Atlanta. Just head up 85 North into South Carolina, hang a left in Greenville, and follow the signs. This time of year, the beautiful fall foliage provides relaxing, spectacular scenery. In addition to the famous Biltmore House and Gardens, Asheville’s other main attractions are its folk music scene and food culture. From street performers to some of the best food ever to festivals to great breweries, there is so much to see and do, probably too much to accomplish in one weekend. Downtown and the surrounding areas are very gay friendly. When it comes to restaurants, you won’t be short of choices. Asheville is full of great restaurants and chefs. You might want to try
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Edna’s of Asheville. Its owners, Tom Cash and Mike Zukoski, claim to be Asheville’s only “out” owners. Oh, and it’s dog friendly, in case you want to bring along your fourlegged furry friends. You should also try Tupelo Honey Café. It has amazing cuisine, and you should definitely try the custard. If you’re into celeb-spotting, and if you’re lucky, you might bump into Zach Galifianakis, James Franco, or Woody Harrelson, all of whom are spotted in Asheville from time to time. You might also see a Vanderbilt or two. According to many Ashevillians, the Vanderbilts basically built the city. Even the Obamas love Asheville. President Barack Obama is said to have fallen in love with Asheville while he was preparing for a debate against then-opponent John McCain at The Grove Park Inn. The best place to see nature is definitely The Parkway. Stop at various mileposts along the way to tour historic mansions, enjoy lunch with your beau, take a romantic hayride, put your Instagram skills to work, or walk, hike or bike beautiful trails. Go to www.romanticasheville.com for a great listing of mileposts to explore all throughout Asheville.
If you’re looking for the bar scene, Scandals is the best-known gay club in Asheville. Located at 11 Grove Street, Scandals is part of the Grove House Entertainment Complex three bars in one. The other two bars in the complex are Club Eleven and Boiler Room. With a combination of dancing, live music, and fabulous drag shows, this is a great spot for gay men of all ages. If you’re into art, one place in Asheville you’ll definitely want to check out is the River Arts District. There you’ll find more than 180 functioning art studios. Many of the studios have showrooms and galleries, and they are open every day, all year round. The artists work in paint, pencil, pottery, metal, fiber, glass, wax, paper and more. In the River Arts District you’ll also find a great variety of stores, art galleries, and a brewery that also makes fantastic cider. Ready to go yet? Before packing the car, you may also want to check out www.gayashevillenc.com for more information about the many gay-friendly places to stay, Asheville’s fall and holiday festivals, and other gay/gay-friendly businesses.
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Fall Face Arsenal By Hyde Walker Fall is finally upon us. This translates to hot drinks, cool boots, long hours by the fireplace with your favorite guy, and unfortunately, dry skin. Our skin is our largest organ, and although it’s singular, it actually varies in sensitivity all over. Some parts are thinner than others and the most fragile is facial skin – not south of the border, contrary to popular belief. When the temperature drops, protecting it becomes even more of a necessity if you prefer not having flakes, acne and redness – hot and bothered is not a term you want associated with your mug. Summer is very forgiving with humidity that doesn’t irritate, so you’re able to get away with doing little more than washing your face and applying sunscreen. However, vacation’s over! Now is the time to prep for a double shot of ex-
treme cold air outside and hot air inside that will zap all the moisture skin naturally produces. Whether you’re trying to keep it sexy for yourself or the fella who keeps you warm at night, the key is to be gentle and use products that are nourishing and calming. Ingredients are everything; think essential oils, botanicals, plant extracts and oils. Avoid harsh additions like alcohol, synthetic fragrances and chemicals. Leave that for happy hour and brunch on the weekend. Taking simple steps every day to cleanse and moisturize effectively will leave your face in a gorgeous, touchable, and kissable state come Christmas. Get ready with these basic essentials.
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All skin types can benefit from this simple cleanser. Using oil to get clean may sound strange but it works just as well as soap or regular cleansers without the dryness. It gently lathers to clarify and nurture with grape seed, olive oil, and avocado oils. Antioxidants from vitamins A and E help speed up skin’s natural repair system from the effects of pollution, sweat, and grime.
The star in this lightweight moisturizer is Iris Florentina root extract, which is not only super hydrating, but also merciless on fine lines and the early signs of wrinkles. Gentle exfoliators and humectants like lipo hydroxy acid and sodium hyaluronate smooth out roughness and bumps, while drawing in moisture from the air. Use daily for a healthy glow.
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Naturally scented with Vetiver and Cedarwood for such a sensual fragrance, you might be tempted to use this aftershave as cologne - no shame in that, gentlemen. It’s light yet creamy enough to hydrate thanks to sunflower oils and Aloe to soothe any unwelcomed rash, redness or dryness from shaving. Therapeutic Calendula flower extract and green tea cool down skin and impart a tranquil effect on your mood.
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Technology Sensitive to the Touch By Stefano Patton Standing over six feet tall with a body tailored for Tom Ford suits, he’s a flagship kind of guy. If he were a tech gadget, he’d be glossy and pompous, and he’d get lots of airtime on television commercials and the web. Although his perfect rear end, reminiscent of the Statue of David, says he could stand alone, he does not. Even he, with a sunrise smile and sculpted abs, needs a wingman, someone to compliment him. His friend is 5’8’’ with a few crooked teeth, and his humor is a little off the cuff. Upon approach you’d like the friend to leave, but as conversation between the three of you transpires, you notice the friend is making Mister Perfect more interesting. Like a Robin to a Batman, technological marvels have sidekicks to amp up their already astonishing quality and experience. More often than not, gadgets that protect and transport these flagship items do not get keynote speeches dedicated to them at the headquarters of billion dollar companies.
APPLE’S SMART PENCIL
On the tips of everyone’s fingers come November will be Apple’s latest darling and showcase piece at September 2015’s Apple Keynote: the iPad Pro. Yes, the product itself is the new flagship product, and coming in at 12.9 inches diagonally, it has earned the moniker . . . flagship. However, it may be the Smart Pencil conceived in conjunction that makes the professionals’ experience using the iPad Pro extraordinary and efficient. With 12 hours of battery life or 15 seconds of charge for 30 minutes of work usage, the Smart Pencil is engineered for long lasting precision. For personals in graphic design or architecture, the Smart Pencil allows for single pixilation configuration. Apple knows 8 hours flies by and time cannot be wasted. At $99 this accessory, which can be used with a finger simultaneously, is claimed to have a near perfect response time due to a subsystem feature that scans the signal at 240 times per second.
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The products that we like and that potentially cut work time in half are often the accessories to flagship items. These accessories make us experience a more seamless transition, quickly making the thoughts reared in our heads a reality on a tablet or laptop. Some accessories like headphones for musical devices aren’t really optional. We’ve got to have them. Items like styluses (for tablets) seem to be optional at the register or online checkout, but once customers begin to use them, they realize they cannot have one without the other. Sometimes that handsome gentleman at the bar isn’t all that interesting without his wingman, and as a pursuer you’ll quickly learn, the stud and the wingman should not be sold separately. Here are a few new sidekick items you may want to put on your list this fall.
BLUESMART LUGGAGE
The holidays bring travel and, unfortunately, for the career-driven gay man often the side that goes with your turkey is your laptop. On your way to grandma’s it is essential that the smart gadgets in your possession be protected. At nearly $400, it is small enough to be a carry-on (for frequent flyers), but it also possesses a GPS that allows for up-to-the-minute location of your possessions. Belonging to a growing segment of the luggage market, Bluesmart is smart luggage (think smartphone) designed to update the standard polyester and zipper luggage of the past. Bluesmart features an app-controlled digital lock and two USB ports for charging smartphones, tablets and the like. Imagine yourself briskly walking through the airport, smartphone in one hand texting your boss and earpiece in a single ear listening to your mother gab about your in-laws; you stop for a drink of water at a fountain, and as you resume your walk, you leave your bag. If the app on your phone alerting you to your mistake does not immediately get your attention do not worry, Uber will bring your lost Bluesmart luggage courtesy of the company.
GOOGLE FIBER
Many of Atlanta’s neighborhoods from Sandy Springs, Brookhaven and East Point are getting the Google treatment. Currently, Atlanta offers two major cable providers: AT&T UVerse and Comcast, but Google Fiber with three package options is coming to disrupt the monopoly these companies have. Fiber in essence provides a more reliable connection than the copper infrastructures that the big two cable companies use. Fiber also allows for faster download. For those who need a strong business-like connection and speed, Google Fiber offers a 1gbps symmetrical connection. Then there is the Cloud. With its two top packages (still affordable) Google supplies clients with 1TB of cloud storage space for Google Drive and its applicable apps. There is no definitive date on when Google Fiber will be in Atlanta communities, but those enticed can check www.googlefiber.com and signup for alerts.
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ruling, Bachman spoke at the State Capitol opposition rally. As both a business owner and member of the LGBT community, he is able to project that voice. Bachman has sold ties to customers from Cincinnati to New York City to Los Angeles. Beyond U.S. borders, he has had customers from as far away as the United Kingdom and Brazil. With such a spark in interest for his candy shop goodies, Bachman is hoping to incorporate a larger team to design and create more. Investors have approached Bachman in hopes of partnering, but he grown his company independently while surveying options with potential investors. Until he breaks ground on a boutique, Bachman is stocked to the brim with an extensive selection of ties in his digital candy shop. They can be purchased at www.neckcandyties.com with many on display on Neck Candy Tie’s Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.
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Sweet Eye for a Necktie By Michael Chisholm “If you have an idea and you find your passion in it, don’t wait for tomorrow, said David Bachman, founder of Neck Candy Tie Company. “Do it today and fulfill your fantasy.” Before his passing in 2012, Bachman’s grandfather, Donald, bequeathed him a collection of his ties. Honoring his grandfather’s memory and style, Bachman wore a 1975 Johnny Carson necktie out one evening and received a multitude of compliments on his “neck candy.” He then went out one Saturday and bought several hundred dollars’ worth of fabric and materials. After six hours of work, the “Orange Crush Candy Tie” was born out of an elegant paisley cotton fabric. In the heart of his Atlanta home, David Bachman founded the online store, Neck Candy Tie Company, in 2014 after obtaining his business license. Bachman, 26, noticed the lack of options and vibrant accessories for gay and straight men in major stores. He believes as a gay man he possesses an overall enhanced eye for fashion that “allows me to pay more attention to even the smallest details in the tie, from the fabric to the design.” He said he stands by his craft despite the hate that still exists in the South. “My ties are like the men I make them for,” said Bachman. “Gay men like to stand out and be seen. We go against the flow.”
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Keep an eye out throughout the city; you may find a sweet treat sneaking into local stores this Christmas. Custom ties range from $39.95 to $46.95 with a minimum order of three ties per design, but you can purchase his “Complete Candy Stash,” nine beautiful handmade neckties, for $275. Ties from the candy shop ship within one to two business days while the customized ties take seven to 14 business days and can be requested through his website or Facebook. “If you don’t like compliments and conversation, please do not wear my neckties,” said Bachman.
Proud of his business and patrons in the gay community of Atlanta, Bachman said he wants to see them grow along with his company by expanding and employing like-minded people who have a desire to promote equality and individuality. Bachman said he prefers the classical necktie over a bowtie. He employs a “wear before sell” mentality when picking designs, meaning customers only wear ties that he has worn and observed how sweet onlookers found it. Neck Candy Tie products are all hand-sewn and can be embroidered as birthday and wedding gifts for groomsmen. Bachman primarily utilizes cotton fabric for his designs. Paisley remains popular, but along with it are designs featuring college and professional football teams, superheroes and patriotic imagery. He even designed a special rainbow tie in honor of Pride Atlanta. Bachman’s ties have caught candy craving eyes all over Atlanta, including Mayor Kasim Reed, to whom a tie was presented and dedicated to creating more awareness of breast cancer. Mayor Reed tweeted, “@neckcandyties Thanks for the terrific tie promoting #BreastCancerAwareness month & huge congrats on launching your new business in Atlanta.” Bachman’s ties and passion for creation have given him strength to find his voice. When the Religious Liberty Bill, or the so-called “Refuse to Serve” bill, loomed over Georgia following the historical same-sex marriage
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Atlanta’s MODERN GAY MAN By J. Hancock
Being labeled a gay man isn’t as big a deal as it used to be. At least that’s the way it seems on TV, in movies, on the radio, and in social media. It definitely depends on where you live. Being “openly” gay in the past was not easy for most gay men. Many suffered in silence. In Showtime’s “Masters of Sex,” which chronicles
and fictionalizes the lives of doctors Bill Masters and Virginia Johnson and their famous sex studies in the late 1950s and 1960s, actor Beau Bridges portrays Dr. Barton Scully, an older, mature, sophisticated university provost who struggles with being gay and is very much in the closet. After hiding his sexual affairs with younger men and attempting barbaric self-inflicted medical “treatment” to “cure” himself, he and his wife, played brilliantly by actress Allison Janney, get a long overdue divorce. While Barton continues to live his new life as a single older gay man, he takes great lengths to continue not letting the world know he is gay.
Being in the closet, scared to come out, was pretty standard in the 1950s. There is still much work to be done, but thanks to heroic efforts made in the gay community as far back as the Stonewall riots, we now have more acceptance overall. We also now see a plethora of gay TV and movie characters, some who are stereotypical but many who are realistic. We also see more openly gay actors, doctors, teachers, church pastors, and even political leaders. In 2012, President Obama made U.S. history when he told ABC News, “I think same-sex couples should be able to get married.” Now that’s progress.
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Challenges Today Atanta Magazine reported in its October 2015 issues that there are 270,000 adults in Georgia who identify as LGBT and there are only five states, including Georgia, without a hate crimes law. Theron Clark-Stuart and David Clark are two modern gay Atlanta men. They both work in the medical field. Theron is Senior Research Project Coordinator for Emory University School of Medicine and School of Public Health. His focus is primarily on HIV prevention. David, a retail pharmacist, is also a frequent lecturer for nursing students, other medical professionals and the community at large on HIV Treatment. Theron and David met via their participation in the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus and were married in their home church, First Baptist Church of Decatur, on Sept. 19, 2015. Theron acknowledges what it meant for David and him when the Supreme Court ruled this past June in favor of legalizing gay marriage. “Legally, professionally, academically, socially and spiritually, we’ve never faced a lot of challenges,” said Theron. “We each had our struggles in our coming out years. Most of that was with family members who needed time to sort out what our orientation meant to them. I was hurt very deeply by my family when I came out in 2000. I look back at it and I see God growing me for a higher purpose . . . to be the man He made me to be.” Theron also said “being gay” isn’t really an issue in Atlanta.
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“We’re not on the ‘A List’ of gay men in Atlanta, and that is fine,” he said. “We believe that most gay men and women lead very average, quiet, productive and fulfilling lives without a lot of fanfare. We don’t need our own parade to feel validated. We let our day-to-day lives speak for who we are and what we believe.” Terry Hackworth is an adult nurse practitioner specializing in LGBT health and HIV in the Atlanta area. “All cities have their challenges, and Atlanta is not immune,” said Hackworth. “I think most times the challenging aspect comes from those that are different from the stereotype.” Paul Wolski, design director vice president for a retail strategy and store design firm, said being a professional gay man in Atlanta really has been a non-issue. “I’ve been afforded great opportunities to grow and even change careers based solely on my merits and contributions,” said Wolski. “In my experience, Atlanta has proven to be a city of acceptance and possibility. I’ve been fortunate to work with many Atlanta gay business owners, entrepreneurs and charity organizers over the last 19 years, which speaks strongly to the level of support and open expression that the city offers.” Journalist and strategist Kyle Collins said his life has changed quite a bit since he moved to Atlanta over a decade ago.
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“I think the biggest challenges are being who I am now, being open to enjoying things that I may not have found so much fun in the past, and finding some new experiences and not being jaded with a ‘been there, done that’ lazy attitude,” said Collins. “It’s okay to get older, and wiser, and quieter. I don’t have to prance around to parties with some kind of facade of fabulousness. Maybe that was a part of my experience back in the day, but so were sequin scarves, and those, now, are not, thank God. [I enjoy] just being happy and comfortable in my own skin and working on projects that are fun, interesting, and useful to people. That’s my main order of the day.”
Fun Times Ahead So what do Atlanta’s modern gay men do in their leisure time? Where do they spend their money? Theron said, “My husband and I are active in our church. I’m a deacon, teacher, and greeter. David plays the trombone in the praise and worship band for the early church service. We enjoy time with our children, in-laws, nieces and nephews and friends of a life time. We love giving back to the community via the numerous service opportunities that our church provides. We are also involved in DREAM Dachshund Rescue. We enjoy working out, cooking, having friends over for dinner, trying new restaurants, and going to live theater and movies. While some of Atlanta’s modern gay men enjoy the bar scene, others enjoy the variety of cultural activities the city has to offer. “In my spare time, I am very active in the gay bowling leagues and the Dixie Bowling organization,” said Hackworth. “I also enjoy traveling, spending time with family, friends and exploring new restaurants around town.” In a city as large and diverse as Atlanta, there is something for everyone, and some modern gay men enjoy a variety of entertainment including but not limited to the bars. “I do wish there were more venues and events for socializing, more low-key things to do, rather than the bar scene,” said Collins. “It’s a common complaint, I know. Maybe I’m not being creative enough in looking or creating something fun to get into. I love just knocking around the city, milling around a neighborhood I haven’t been to in a while, just getting ‘lost’ and trying to experience the city with fresh eyes. There’s always something fun and new to see or discover, but I find I have to look at it that way. Otherwise, I tend to get too routine about where I go and what I do.”
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Having a hobby and spending time with friends is also always an option. “I keep things pretty simple, like working on my art,” said Wolski. “I love dining out, catching up with friends and binge-watching multi-season marathons on the weekends. And a few times a year I perform in an ensemble comedy troupe, which is great fun. Atlanta has so many rich and diverse experiences to offer. It inspires me to stay connected to what’s going on culturally and artistically, and it challenges me to rediscover a city that is constantly changing and evolving.” In “Masters of Sex” Barton Scully represents a gay man living in a very out-of-date, uninformed, non-accepting world. In one scene, while having drinks with another gay man of interest in a very straight bar, an openly gay couple sitting nearby is antagonized and eventually assaulted as they try their best to stand up for themselves. Barton, meanwhile, skulks out of the bar, allowing his date to get beaten up. By the last episode of season three, Barton begins to take risks that could further fuel the fire of his colleagues who suspect he is gay. He begins to realize life is indeed too short not to appreciate and be with the ones we love. Being a modern gay man in Atlanta is a privilege without a doubt. It may never be legal or culturally acceptable in many countries. As laws change and society continues to adjust, the Kim Davises, Michelle Bachmanns, and Westboro Baptist Churches will still be around. Hopefully, the rest of the world will get on board and just let people, gay and straight, live their true lives. The modern gay man is here to stay.
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Cocktail Time By J. Hancock Where did summer go? It seems too early to see orange, red, and yellow leaves everywhere, and like it or not, the ubiquitous seasonal smell of pumpkin spice will invade your lives if it hasn’t already. Stores are already stocked with decorations and gifts for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah, and Kwanza, urging us all to feel the pressure to get into holiday mode. Nights
are getting cooler, and daylight savings time will be here before we know it (Halloween night this year). What better way to warm up, take a break from the stress, and get your flirt on with that hotty at the end of the bar. Here are just a few fall cocktail specials to try while you’re out and about.
The New Fashioned “The New Fashioned is probably one of our top three sellers. We deal with fresh, local herbs and ingredients that we grow here. I play with flavor combinations and find something that we like. We let everyone (who works here) taste it, and if we all like it, it’s a winner. Then we put it on the menu.” Keith Austin, Operating Partner Price: $10 Ingredients: Lion’s Pride Millet Whiskey, Ginger Beer, Honey, and Basil Restaurant: Radial Café Address: 1530 Dekalb Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307 (between historic Kirkwood and Candler Park neighborhoods) Website/Phone: Radial.us / 404.659.6594 Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday (You can call ahead and have your name added to the list to cut down on your wait) Restaurant Style: Health-conscious, farm-fresh, often-organic delicious dishes since it opened in 1999. Eco-conscious with a can’t-miss weekend brunch.
The Georgia Pecan Toasted Rye Old Fashioned “Pecans are really in season right now, and of course we use local Georgia pecans. I also like a good rye Old Fashioned, so this worked out really well.” Clayton Morey, General Manager Price: $13 Ingredients: Toasted Georgia Pecan Rye Whiskey, Molasses Turbinado Syrup, Orange Bitters, Angostura Bitters, and Toasted Orange Peel Restaurant: The Cockentrice Address: 99 Krog Street, Atlanta, GA 30307 (in The Krog Street Market) Website /Phone: TheCockentrice.com / 470.428.2733 Hours: 6-10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday & Sunday, 6-12 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Brunch Saturday and Sunday beginning at 11 a.m., closed Mondays Restaurant Style: American Charcuturie - from The Cockentrice’s website, “Think fire-grilled, smoked, roasted, sous vide, barded, and larded dishes, cooked in an open kitchen that will celebrate new American cooking techniques while still paying homage to the thousands-year-old traditions of charcuturie and meat cookery.”
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The Lion’s Tail “The Lion’s Tail came about in 1937. ‘Twisting the lion’s tail’ was American slang for characters distinctly British. During prohibition a lot of American bartenders went to London and France. It’s a really good fall drink with fall flavors. To make it a little different we use Tippleman’s Barrel Smoked Maple Syrup and you get this really nice flavor. It isn’t going to be a really heavy, sweet winter drink, but it will still have a nice acidity to it. It’s shaken and makes a very nice coming-into-fall drink.” Jeff Banks, Bar Manager Price: $11.00 Ingredients: Virgil Kaine Rye Whiskey, Angostura Aromatic Bitters, Tippleman’s Maple Syrup, and Saint Elizabeth Allspice Dram Restaurant: The Luminary Address: 99 Krog Street, Atlanta, GA 30307 (in The Krog Street Market) Website/Phone: TheLuminaryAtl.com /404.600.6199 Hours: 5-10 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday, 5-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 12-3 p.m. Sunday Brunch and dinner 5-10 p.m., closed Mondays Restaurant Style: An American Brasserie featuring inspired French dishes
Piedmont Smash Price: $10 Ingredients: Watershed Bourbon, Domaine De Canton Ginger Liqueur, Fresh Muddles Lemon and Mint Restaurant: 10th and Piedmont Address: 991 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta 30309 Website /Phone: communitashospitality.com / 404.602.5510 Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, 5-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 5-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10-4 Brunch Saturday-Sunday, Late Night Bar and Snacks Friday-Saturday until 2:30 a.m. Restaurant Style: From 10th & Piedmont’s website . . . “Serving seasonally inspired dishes, creatively portioned into small bites for easy sharing, 10th & Piedmont will use multi-cultural flavors and organic ingredients to execute global cuisine with a regional, Southern influence.”
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IT’S DEVEN GREEN DEVEN GREEN is an award-winning comedy performer. You know her from the “Welcome To My Home” parodies, as the satirical Betty Bowers – America’s Best Christian, OCCmakeup ads, “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” World of Wonder, and performing her live music shows in brothels across America. DevenGreen.com Dear Deven: I just don’t look good in the new Fall fashions. “Verklempt in Versace” I disagree. Very few people can carry off ostentatious as seamlessly as you can. If you get called out on it, just reply: “Fall? I am wearing Spring, for I always dress several seasons ahead. You should too!” Remember, the best fashion is a face full of fashion. Dear Deven: I am a bit shy in social gatherings. Any advice on how to get over my anxiety? “Anonymous” Two words: Vintage Banter. Memorize classic lines from seminal TV shows and films so you can quote them by heart. You will instantly connect with any group mostly because you are not talking about yourself but simply revealing what great taste you have. Trust me, I quote myself all the time! Dear Deven: Help! My friends have started treating me differently after I said I didn’t like pumpkin!! “Peter Peter in Poughkeepsie” They are “pumpkin shaming” you, dear. Next time, keep your piehole closed until the season finishes and eggnog shaming begins. Dear Deven: My boyfriend cheated on me. What do I do? “Faithful in Fresno” Shocking! <insert raised eyebrow> People are loyal until they are not. Look after your own loyalty. The door is now open for you to consider other prospects and/or benefactors to ensure that you have some place to go this holiday season. Dear Deven: I have friends that revel in seasonal home décor. I hate it. How do I feign interest? “Going Baroque in Barstow” I’m sure you have faked it before. Interject with these types of words whenever there is a pause in conversation: “Rococo,” “Mid-Century Modern,” “matchy-matchy,” “chaise-lounge,” “stool,” and “minimal” (which is the new “basic”). Dear Deven: I am feeling puffy. What should I do? “Frumpy in Florida” I just came back from performing at the Gay Naturists – yes, everyone was male and nude (except me). Your body image is only under a magnifying glass by you. No one else really cares because they are too busy looking in their own mirror. Get a better mirror. Send me your questions: DevenGreen@gmail.com PS: Would you like me to read this to you? Go to GoliathAtlanta. com and listen! Photo: ReedDavisPhotography.com
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