Ginger Minj

Have a question for the show? Text us here! For the first day of Pride Month, I wanted to bring you an episode about how we can spread love and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Today, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with two remarkable individuals, Gidget Galore and Ginger Minj, who share their personal journeys and shed light on the power of drag. Gidget Galore educated us on the world of Drag Queen Story Hour—a program that sparks love and acceptance in young hearts. She shares her firsthand account of the profound influence it has on shaping young minds and fostering inclusivity. The LGBTQ+ community still faces intolerance and misunderstanding. In the face of adversity, Gidget Galore and Ginger Minj will share their stories of resilience and strength, reminding us all of the power of celebrating diversity and respecting one another. Get ready to be moved, motivated, and inspired by the transformative potential of embracing one's true self! Stay empowered, Jen Let’s keep the conversation going! Find me at: Jen Rafferty | Instagram, YouTube, Facebook | Linktree About Ginger Minj: Originally hailing from small-town Leesburg, Florida, Ginger Minj made her first splash on the global stage as a finalist on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 7. As a fan favorite and triple threat she was invited back for Drag Race All Stars 2 and made it to the top 3 of All Stars 6. She has starred in the Anne Fletcher helmed “Dumplin” for Netflix alongside Jennifer Aniston and Dove Cameron, in the Netflix series “AJ & The Queen”, and most recently in the Disney + Original Movie, “Hocus Pocus 2”. When she is not touring the world or appearing in movies and live theatrical shows, Ginger can be heard on her three studio albums, Sweet T, Gummybear and her newest EP, Double Wide Diva! About Gidget Galore: Gidget Galore has been working in the entertainment industry for as long as he can remember. He has costumed, wigged, and dressed many shows and special events in and around Central Florida at theme parks and theaters including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Hard Rock Live, House of Blues, The Orlando Repertory Theatre, The Winter Park Playhouse, The Orlando Opera and The Orlando Philharmonic. Gidget has worked on the wardrobe team for entertainers including Donna Summer, Diana DeGarmo and The Jacksons. He has even created fabulous looks for the one and only Ginger Minj for Ru Paul’s Drag Race! Gidget has also designed for and performed in the Orlando International Fringe Theater Festival for many years. Currently, He took on the role of Rose, from the hilarious Golden Girls television hit series in 2018 when Gidget and Ginger decided to dive head first into the theatrical parody world of the “Golden Gals” and hasn’t stopped laughing since. Gidget Galore has been a professional Orlando female impersonator since 2006. Gidget has enjoyed entertaining the night club circuit, corporate galas, public (and private) events and, most recently, was honored by the Mayor of Orlando with his Matching Grant as the hostess of “Drag Queen Story Hour” reading to the wonderful youngsters of Orlando at the gay and lesbian center. Connect with Ginger and Gidget: Ginger’s IG: @gingerminj Stay empowered, Jen Let’s keep the conversation going! Find me at: empowerededucator.com/resources Instagram: @jenrafferty_ Facebook: Empowered Educator Faculty Ro

This week's Local Queen is the self-proclaimed chaotic Queen, based out of Baltimore, Maryland, Washington Heights! Washington performs at Wild N out Wednesdays and is also a wrestler. Ginger & Washington discuss all things wrestling, family upbringing, and the Baltimore Drag scene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Local Queen, Ginger Talks to Divine Grace! The two discuss year 2, of the pandemic, and how they continued to create during lockdown. Divine shares her first memory in drag, and some of her favorite characters she has performed and seen others perform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ginger is joined by Gidget, her touring partner. The two reminisce their tour life. Talking favorite mommetns, foods, places. Memorable fails, and their hopes for the New Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Ginger takes a much-needed holiday break, She'd like to revisit a mashup episode of two Local Queen's, Happy Holidays! Ginger is joined by local legend herself Stacey Starstruck! These two divas talk about their paranormal experiences, who their favorite local queens are, and how to be a drag mom. Another amazing local queen comes all the way from the windy city of Chicago: Kara Mel DeVille! Ginger interviews this fabulous local queen and discuss topics like doing drag with a beard, coming out, and what their worst performances were. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Local Queen, Ginger is in Ontario, which is freezing! She catches up with Miss Aliya Holmes, a Pagent showgirl based in Michigan. They Discuss all types of drag and what it means to be in and out of drag and still be the same person. She is also joined by Amanda Villa, a self-described campy theatre girl. They talk about how the pandemic sparked new creativity for Drag Queens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode of Local Queen, Ginger is in Atlanta Georgia, with Tugboat the Queen! Tugboat shares her musical theatre journey and they share tour life stories, favorite musicals, and their love of the Golden Girls! Both being raised on I Love Lucy , they also discuss their thoughts on the upcoming Biopic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this fabulous Thanksgiving week special, Ginger is joined by three of her friends: Heather Abood, Joshua Roth, and Tyler! We get a fun look into the past with each guest as they go into how they met Ginger and their connection to the drag community. And of course, we all go around the room and say what we're thankful for! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode of Local Queen, Ginger returns to Orlando Florida and is met by her own drag daughter, Tora Himan! The two discuss Camp Wannakiki, tell the story of how they met, and fun experiences getting recognized. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cheers, luv! This week, Ginger goes abroad to Cardiff, Wales to speak with the glorious Mutha Tucka! Ginger and Tucka go into the past to talk about how they met and started drag, and talking about some of the defining moments in their drag career. Follow Mutha Tucka: https://www.instagram.com/muthatucka/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ginger is BACK in Orlando, Florida with a familiar face... Gidget Galore! For this second spin on Local Queen, Gidget and Ginger talk their upcoming shows and tours, ghost hunting, and eating fried green tomatoes in North Carolina! As a listener, get 10% off by going to https://betterhelp.com/WERKIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Ginger is in New York visiting the fabulous Jacklynn Hyde! These two divas talk about their love for comedy, theater, and cooking, how they started doing drag, and how they made their living during a pandemic. And of course, they go over Jacklynn's definition of what a Local Queen really means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices