Austin Gay Radio
When you think of the state of Texas, images of tough cowboys, big hats, wranglers, and boots come to mind. About the last thing you associate with Texas is anything gay. Let alone a gay radio program that airs weekly in Austin, TX. However, Austin has always held the special distinction of being the small island of blue in a deep red state. OutCast Radio is an award winning gay radio program that airs every Tuesday at 6pm CST on KOOP 91.7FM in Austin. It’s currently hosted by Heath Riddles, Stephen Rice, and Kate Messer. What is the history of gay radio programming in Austin, and what are the plans for it’s future? I recently got the opportunity to sit in on one of their programs and see first hand the men behind the program.
