Y'all, we're playing clips of the latest from Hailey Whitters, Miranda Lambert, and Trixie Mattel, BUT, more importantly: We sat down with David Michael Hawkins. Whether he's lending his dulcet tones to country tunes new and old, or organizing the first-ever "CMgAys", David is one of the busiest, boot-scootin'-est guys in the country music biz! In addition to bringing his incredible talent, he also offers a healthy dose of optimism about LGBTQ+ folks taking their turn in the country music spotlight. His strategy for inclusion in the country world? "If you don't have a seat at the table, build your own damn table." Hear David's music, his current favorite artists, and his incredible story as the first openly gay, openly HIV+ country artist.  Can't get enough David Michael? Check out his website, https://davidmichaelhawkins.com! You'll find links to his social media and ways to stream his tunes. Here's more info on the Ryan White Foundation https://ryanwhite.hrsa.gov/ For assistance getting/paying for HIV care https://ryanwhite.hrsa.gov/hiv-care Links to learn more about: WNCAP - https://wncap.org/ AID Upstate - https://www.aidupstate.org/ Music City PrEP - https://www.musiccityprep.org/ Need more details about safe sex with an HIV+ partner? https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sex/can-you-have-sex-with-hiv