Allsorts of Voices: LGBT+ History told by the Founder and Young People of Allsorts Youth Project‪!‬ Allsorts of Thoughts - LGBTU+ Podcast

In the latest episode of LGBT+ youth-led podcast, Allsorts of Thoughts, Jess Wood MBE and the interview panel reflect on 20 years of Allsorts Youth Project and LGBT+ history.

Find out how and why Allsorts began, what challenges the LGBT+ community were facing at the time, and what have been the highlights for Allsorts founder, Jess Wood. This episode reflects on historic and cultural events during the last 20 years that have had an impact on LGBT+ History. Intergenerational differences are discussed and showcase the significant postitive changes that have happened, such as same-sex marriage, the Equalities Act 2010, and the end of Section 28.

This episode is both funny and deeply moving, hopeful and yet confronts events that were real and devastating. The interaction between Jess Wood, (a impromptu contribution from the Producer) and the young people's thoughts and feelings about the topics covered give an incredible insight into our shared LGBT History. Furthermore, you can feel the purpose of the work Allsorts does in giving a safe space to LGBT+ children and young people, elevating their voices, and helping them to feel supported in making their own decisions and thriving.

Please note that this episode contains conversations about living in the era when HIV was new and before good treatment plans were available, this part of the interview also discusses death and grief. This episode also covers the topic of supporting LGBT young people with life events that were traumatic. It's also noteworthy that the theme of homophobia is part of this episode.