The journey
Two souls. One shared dream.
Christopher “Chris” L. Antie and William “Will” Antie’s partnership began in May 1999 on their way to a Disney performance. A chance conversation kindled a bond that would carry them through family rejection, homelessness, and societal prejudice.
Together they built careers spanning Disney and NBCUniversal, Broadway-style performances, film, television, hospitality, and content creation. Chris is a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef and performer; Will is an accredited musician and actor.
In 2019, a visit to a Baton Rouge radio station inspired their award-winning podcast What About Our Life?, now reaching hundreds of thousands of listeners worldwide. Their work has taken them to The Oscars®, the Paris 2024 Olympics, major tourism events, and global entertainment coverage while breaking barriers as LGBTQ+ pioneers. Their documentary work also earned a place in the Smithsonian’s Mirror, Mirror: Reflections of America exhibit. As the first openly gay couple to report global sporting events and represent LGBTQ+ tourism in Tennessee and Louisiana, they have continued breaking barriers with every broadcast.
1999
A chance meeting in a Disney entertainment van begins a lifelong partnership.
17 Years
Careers at The Walt Disney Company opening parks, lands, attractions, and entertainment experiences.
2019
A Baton Rouge radio-station visit inspires What About Our Life?
2020
Podcast Magazine names Chris and Will the Prince Charmings of Podcasting.
Nov. 7, 2020
Chris and Will marry at their home in Celebration, Florida.
Today
Hundreds of thousands of listeners worldwide and a growing legacy across media, publishing, and film.
