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In between the politics of the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS pandemic, disco emerged as a haven for gay men to escape the confines of heterosexuality. In this episode, we’re taking a look at the history of disco, its queer roots, and how its legacy continues through today’s pop music – despite bigoted anti-disco movements in the late seventies. Additional Resources: Turn the Beat Around: The Secret History of DiscoLast Night a DJ Saved My Life: The History of the Disc JockeyArts in America: .…
We previously talked about the importance of LGBTQ+ representation in TV and film and the “gay renaissance” of the 90s. While shows like Ellen and Will & Grace were groundbreaking at the time, they tended to skirt around LGBTQ+ issues and themes...but Queer as Folk did not shy away. In this episode, we’re dissecting the sexually charged, unapologetic serial drama, including the original British series and the 2022 reboot. Additional Resources: Queer as Folk Season 1 TrailerSpunk by G…
We’ve come a long way from the days of being portrayed on TV and in film as the sassy, sexless, gay best friend, but there are still improvements to be made. In this episode, we’re diving into the history of gay representation in TV and film and discussing how being our authentic selves can manifest true representation in the media. Additional Resources: Where We Are on TV (2021 - 2022)Support the show Get Your Merch
Why does it seem like pop icons have such an appeal to gay men? Are we simply drawn to the music, or is there a deeper emotional connection? In this episode, we’re looking into some historically significant gay anthems while discussing our iconic pop queens and their gay appeal. Additional Resources: Straight JacketLady Gaga's Born This Way: Gay Anthems and Girl PowerSupport the show Get Your Merch