For decades, the phrase “That’s So Gay” has been tossed around carelessly to refer to things that are bad or undesirable. While many consider it a simple playground put down, it is actually a microaggression that perpetuates stereotypes and fosters a culture of exclusion.

In this episode, we’re taking a look at the origins of the phrase “That’s So Gay,” its harmful implications, and how we can encourage others to reflect on their language choices to promote a more inclusive and accepting society.

Additional Resources:

• 23. Let's Talk About the F Word (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/23-lets-talk-about-the-f-word/id1619338054?i=1000580015165)
• The History of the Word "Gay" (https://www.gayly.com/history-word-%E2%80%9Cgay%E2%80%9D)
• That's So Gay (Urban Dictionary) (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=That%27s%20so%20gay)
• Think Before You Speak Campaign (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Think_Before_You_Speak_(campaign))
• Why is it OK to Say "That's So Gay?" (https://www.npr.org/transcripts/105909348)
• "That's So Gay" is Just So Wrong (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-the-erotic-code/201803/thats-so-gay-is-just-so-wrong)
• The 2021 National School Climate Survey (Executive Summary) (https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/2022-10/NSCS-2021-Executive_Summary-EN.pdf)
• The 2021 National School Climate Survey (Full Report) (https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/2022-10/NSCS-2021-Full-Report.pdf)
• HRC Foundation’s Welcoming Schools (https://welcomingschools.org/)
• What Do You Say to “That’s So Gay” and Other Anti-LGBTQ Comments? (https://www.hrc.org/news/what-do-you-say-to-thats-so-gay-and-other-anti-lgbtq-comments)
• What Do You Say to ‘That’s So Gay’ & Other Anti-LGBTQ+ Comments? (Resources) (https://www.hrc.org/news/what-do-you-say-to-thats-so-gay-and-other-anti-lgbtq-comments)

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