Jonny Kandell

New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia

Freelance News Editor and Social Media Manager at Out in Jersey Magazine

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Ru-vealing interview with “Drag Race” contestant, Asbury Park’s Crystal Envy

2 weeks ago | outinjersey.net | Jonny Kandell

Slide over, Snooki, a new resident of the Jersey Shore has arrived on MTV, winning hearts across the Garden State and beyond. Asbury Park’s Crystal Envy, a drag queen with unprecedented confidence and veracity, hit the main stage on this newest season of RuPaul’s Drag Race. In a gay bar surrounded by fellow New Jerseyans, we roared with applause watching one of our own slay the runway week after week.
Lateral Move: A space where everyone can laugh

2 weeks ago | outinjersey.net | Jonny Kandell

Inclusive comedy is a new way to bring folks into the fun rather than making them the butt of the joke. Frankly, we need it now more than ever. Instead of transphobic or bigoted comedians like Dave Chappelle — who keep getting rewarded with multi-million-dollar Netflix specials and coveted SNL hosting gigs — what if we had performances that made space for everyone? There is pain in being the punchline.
Minority, Vet Owned Citi Roots Dispensary Thriving in Kingston in Central Jersey | Heady NJ

4 weeks ago | headynj.com | Jonny Kandell |Brian Walsh

The minority and veteran-owned Citi Roots dispensary has been doing well in Kingston in South Brunswick in Central Jersey near Princeton University. About ten minutes north of Jersey’s Ivy League School is a fantastic dispensary worth visiting on your weed journey. Greeted by knowledgeable budtenders, every worker was gracious in explaining the extensive selection. Citi Roots offers many top brands, including Clade9, Legend, Pete’s Farmstand, and many more.
Minority, Vet Owned Citi Roots Dispensary Thriving in Kingston in Central Jersey

4 weeks ago | newsbudz.com | Jonny Kandell

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Empowerment in action: Queer Career Day connects leaders and youth

1 month ago | outinjersey.net | Jonny Kandell

In a crowded room on a cold January day, a bunch of LGBTQ folks and allies attended an insightful conversation about navigating a successful career in a cis, hetero-centered world. An outstanding lineup of guest speakers shared their experiences, from running their own businesses to working in the corporate world, and how they never lost sight of their identity along the way.
"Severance" serves insanity in the Season 2 finale

1 month ago | outinjersey.net | Jonny Kandell

Work life balance is a hot topic nowadays. We’re slowly drifting into a world where 9-5s are being seen as what they ostensibly are — a means to leave you busy and keep others in charge. A lot of us are burned out, tired of working thankless hours, and want a solution. TV, as always, provides that escape in the form of a mind boggling show that has been #1 on my high up recommended list. Of course, I’m talking about the mystical and totally odd show, Severance.
An old Adam Lambert interview is going viral again. It shows America's double standards towards gay celebrities and media

1 month ago | so.gay | Jonny Kandell

After absolutely slaying on the eighth season of American Idol, rising gay icon Adam Lambert was hit with a barrage of homophobic hate from the public and press. Though he was pressured in interviews to apologize or dial it back for the hetero masses, Lambert remained committed to taking the stage as his authentic self. Years later, the superstar singer reflects on his past mistreatment to inform how far LGBTQ+ identifying artists have come.
We're obsessed with McDonald's Finland's chic employee uniforms

1 month ago | so.gay | Jonny Kandell

Can I have a Shamrock Shake and a chic leather skirt? Maybe a McChicken with a business casual button-up on the side? Designers in Finland have released contemporized uniforms for Finnish McDonald’s employees, showing the internet that fast food can be synonymous with high fashion. “The McDrip goes crazy,” as one X user describes the famous franchise’s newest menu edition: designer clothes inspired by the McDonald’s workers’ uniform.
Why you need an underwear subscription box

1 month ago | so.gay | Jonny Kandell

This article was created in partnership with Underwear ExpertThere is an unbeatable convenience in getting new underwear shipped directly to your front door. Even better: when it’s delivered automatically via a subscription box like Underwear Expert. This 21st-century solution eliminates those awkward moments in stores when browsing the aisles for just the right undies.
Michael Miguel: A star on the rise

1 month ago | outinjersey.net | Jonny Kandell

We don’t often hear from actors who aren’t (yet) on the A-list. There’s so much to learn from the rise to stardom and success, a point made abundantly clear during my conversation with Michael Miguel. The multitalented actor, singer, and style icon is a star on the rise. I caught up with him as he gears up for the release of a new album (titled “Michael: Gemini Season Part One”) and the highly anticipated second season of his TV show, GoGo. Miguel is proving that New Jersey roots run deep.