Core Issues with Corey Andrew
Corey Andrew is a contributing writer for Instinct Magazine, Grit Daily and Friday co-host of Rob Shuter's Top 20 iHeartradio podcast "Naughty but Nice with Rob." A renaissance man, Corey is also a seasoned stand up comedian, advertising creative and recording artist. This diverse background inspires points of view on a range of topics, especially Corey's favorites: social issues and entertainment. On the Facebook Live show "Core Issues," Corey shares stories of politics, pop culture and every day people doing news-worthy things. His growing audience loves to engage, comment and watch his on-camera interviews with stars on and off the red carpet, including Billy Porter and the cast of 'Pose,' Tiffany Haddish, Elizabeth Banks and the cast of Charlie's Angels (2019), Sharon Gless, Bianca Del Rio, Gloria Reuben, James Roday, Shangela, Laverne Cox and more. Audiences can now listen on-the-go as 'Core Issues with Corey Andrew' brings a thoughtful, comedic and fresh new perspective to the podcast world!
Episodes
18 episodes
From Nicki Minaj’s Pivot To JD Vance’s Dog Whistles
Culture wars don’t just trend, they shape how power moves. We dig into a week where celebrity influence and political spin collided: Nicki Minaj’s embrace of a hard-right stage that actively undermines Black and LGBTQ communities, JD Vance’s “s...
Ariana Grande And Cynthia Erivo: A Blueprint For Real Friendship
What happens when real friendship shows up on camera; bold, protective, and tender, and the internet can’t decide whether to cheer or sneer? We take you inside the public bond between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, from warm interview moments...
Rob Reiner’s Legacy Remembered
The headlines felt like a punch, but what followed needed space: a careful look at Rob Reiner’s legacy across film, television, and public life. We start with the shock, then move into the work that defined him—how a sitcom son became a directo...
Harmony: A Musical Masterpiece by Bruce Sussman and Barry Manilow Takes Broadway by Storm
As a longtime collaborator with the legendary Barry Manilow, Sussman's success as a songwriter includes not only pop music juggernauts but also a litany of major animated film theme songs, musical books, and his most recent passion project and ...
Redefining LGBTQ Travel — A Conversation with Misterbandb Founder, Matthieu Jost
Misterb&b, like many great start-up concepts, was born out of necessity. Founder and entrepreneur Matthieu Jost sat down with me for an interview and revealed the upsetting homophobic incident that spurred the idea for his company. ...
Yuval David’s ‘One Actor Short’ Connects People through Passion, Art and Activism - Pt.1
Yuval David is an American actor, filmmaker and activist. His impressive resume includes notable roles such as Matvey Sokolov in the television series Madam Secretary, The Michael J. Fox Show, Disney...
A Conversation With Vibrant Larger-Than-Life 'Drag Race' Star, Eureka!
Tennessee-Born drag star Eureka became a season 9 and 10 fan favorite on the hit show RuPaul’s Drag Race. Her popularity put her on the map as one of the most beloved drag artists on the national drag performance circuit, and tod...
Simone Gordon Aka The Black Fairy Godmother Uses The Magic of The Internet to Help Those In Need
Simone Gordon aka The Black Fairy Godmother, has made major headlines for her use of social media to provide emergency services for people in need.Today, Simone is followed by major celebrity contributors, and she’s been featured in Peop...
Nacone Martin Discusses How The Gym And Fitness Helped Her Overcome Childhood Trauma
Model, actress certified trainer and bodybuilder Nacone Martin is a living testament to transformation. As she prepares for her very first fitness competition, the once, sheltered and former shy girl joined me to discuses her traumatic childhoo...
"Flybrother" Host Ernest White II Discusses The Power & Humanity of Global Travel
Ernest White II is a storyteller, explorer, executive producer and host of the television travel docu-series FLY BROTHER with Ernest White II. The show is currently airing in the United States on Public Television Stations and Create TV nationw...
Reintroducing ... Incredible Vocalist Wendy Moten
International Recording Artist Wendy Moten has one of the greatest voices in music. In this episode of Core Issues, Wendy joins me...
Bob The Drag Queen Shares His Success Story of Drag Stardom
Caldwell Tidicue, AKA Bob the Drag Queen, is an activist, comedian and reality television personality best known for winning the eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race. In 2019
A candid conversation with Emmy-winning trans actress Laverne Cox
Three-time Emmy-nominee Laverne Cox rose to international fame for her groundbreaking role on Orange is the new black. I spoke with the celebrated transgender actress and activist on a range of topics, including transgender representat...
Reflections of a Stonewall Warrior – A conversation with Mark Segal
Gay Rights Activist Mark Segal was just 18 years old when he found himself on the front lines of the Stonewall riots of 1969. He went on to help form the gay liberation front that same year and became a member of the Christopher Street Gay ...
Author Steve Disselhorst discusses the joys of fatherhood and the inspiration behind his book 'Determined To Be Dad'
In the new book 'Determined To Be Dad,' author and diversity expert Steve Disselhorst shares his personal story of self-discovery and his journey to be...
Isis King joins me in discussing transgender advocacy and her role in the recent HBOMax docu-series 'Equal'
Isis King is a trailblazer, having appeared as an openly transgender contestant on Tyra Banks' America's Next Top Model. In a recent interview for
Drag Superstar Shangela joins me for a 'Halle-looo' and discusses her latest show, 'We're Here' on HBOMax.
In a super-fun interview for Instinct Magazine, I spoke with Darius Jeremy Pierce (DJ), A...
Director Crystal Moselle joins me in discussing her new girl-centric skateboarding series, 'Betty' on HBO.
'Betty' is an American teen comedy television series created by Crystal Moselle. The show is based on Moselle's 2018 film, Skate Kitchen, and depicts the efforts of a-group-of -Gen Z-girls attempting to stand out in New Y...
