Is Practicing Insane?

By David Koesters

Published June 25, 2025 at 8:50 AM CDT

We speak with members of the Lakeside Pride Marching Band, Chicago’s premier music group for the LGBTQ+ community members and friends. We ask participants two all important questions as they prepare for the Chicago Pride Parade.

Special thanks to all the Lakeside Pride members for their kindness, acceptance, and for putting up with my inane questions.

Photo credits include: Photographer: Roo Armstrong | Editor: Kristin Mancillas

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David Koesters

David first started broadcasting at his hometown radio station in Holdrege, Nebraska while still in high school. He went on to earn journalism and law degrees from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, served as an officer in the U.S. Army, and has worked for radio and television stations across the United States. He is a big advocate for community media and loves being a part of the local fabric of NPR. He also has a cat, Pickles.

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