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June 8, 2022 67 mins
New York City drag queen Ginger Ladd is more than just a fabulous nightlife entertainer, she is also one of the city's many gay foster parents. This episode, host David Dodge talks to Ginger (while she gets all made up!) about how she met her husband Mr. Ladd, how they connected with their oldest son and decided to enter the foster care system, and her real take on what it's like becoming a foster parent.

They also discuss how Ginger became a drag performer, how she balances her full time schedule with raising two teens, and where fellow gay dads can go see her perform this Pride Month in New York, including at Ginger Ladd’s Third Annual Rockaway Pride. Get tickets at rockawaypride.eventbrite.com

Find out more about our guest at GingerLadd.com, DragQueensAndKings.com, find her podcast Dear Ginger Ladd on all audio platforms. Follow Ginger Ladd on Instagram @thegingerladd | on TikTok @gingerladd | on Twitter @realgingerladd | and get a cameo at Cameo.com/GingerLadd

Follow Gays With Kids on social media @gays_with_kids and learn more about becoming a dad while gay at GaysWithKids.com. Make sure to check out GWK Academy, which will guide you on your path to parenthood from the start.

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