In this episode of Collision, host Nic Flores returns to discuss his journey and the decision to continue the podcast. He welcomes Flamy Grant, a drag queen and activist, who shares their experiences in the music industry, their reflections on the recent election, and the importance of activism through art. The conversation delves into the challenges of online engagement, the significance of local community involvement, and Flamy's song 'Revenge,' which addresses personal trauma and healing. They also explore cultural trends and Flamy's support for the Trans Youth Emergency Project, highlighting the need for advocacy and support for marginalized communities.

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Award-winning and Billboard-charting artist Flamy Grant is a shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen from western North Carolina. Her 2022 debut record, Bible Belt Baby, reached the #1 spot on the iTunes Christian Chart (the first drag performer to achieve this feat), was nominated for Best Pop Album at the San Diego Music Awards, and was named one of the Top Ten Queer Country Albums of 2023 by Rainbow Rodeo Magazine. Her single “Good Day” also debuted at #20 on the Billboard Christian digital sales chart, while her recently released sophomore album “CHURCH” has already reached #8 on the iTunes Country Chart. Flamy is a winner of the 2023 Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk Competition and a 2023 QueerX Award nominee for Best Drag Artist and has been featured in Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, People, and more. Her music has over 1.2 million streams on digital platforms. A powerhouse vocalist and intrepid songwriter who blends country, folk, gospel, and roots music, Flamy delivers a theatrical, therapeutic, and wholly original storytelling experience, all shared through the evocative art of drag.

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Keywords: Christianity, Drag, Drag Performer, Drag Artist, Drag Music, Christian Drag Artist, Flamy Grant, Deconstruction, Activism, Trans Lives Matter, Trans Lives, Drag queen, music, LGBTQ+, community, mental health, Christian Rap, Christian Musician