But We Loved

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As a gay kid growing up Catholic, in conservative Texas, Jordan Gonsalves knew nothing about queer history. Now, as a journalist, he’s searching for the stories he craved when he was coming of age. Through intimate interviews with LGBTQ+ elders, Jordan uncovers the untold stories of queer history. And in the process, he discovers the role models he always needed and the wisdom they’ve been waiting to pass down.

22 HR. AGO

Noah's Arc: The 1st Comedy to Center Black Gay Men

Patrik Ian-Polk is the creator of Noah's Arc, the first scripted TV show to center Black gay men. The show defied stereotypes and developed a cult following in the 2000s. He discusses the superheroes in his own life that served as his inspirations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37 min
NOV 13

The Activist Responsible for Life Saving AIDS Drugs

Peter Staley was one of the most prominent members of the AIDS activism group ACT-UP. He is largely credited as one of the pioneers responsible for the creation of life-saving AIDS drugs. He recounts the most harrowing times of the AIDS crisis — and how he persevered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

44 min
NOV 6

The Founder of the Trevor Project on Suicide Prevention

This episode contains frank discussion on suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. In 1998, Celeste Lecesne co-founded the Trevor Project, the nation’s leading suicide prevention organization for queer youth. It was born out of an oscar-winning suicide awareness film he wrote called "Trevor." Celeste recounts how the film was actually based on his own life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 min
OCT 30

Compton's Cafeteria: The Riot Before Stonewall

Susan Stryker is a historian who unearthed the story of Compton's Cafeteria, the first known full-scale queer riot against police harassment in American history. She describes the events of the riot and how her discovery impacted her own life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34 min
OCT 23

Voguing Goes Global

Luis Camacho Xtravaganza was one of the ballroom dancers who choreographed Madonna's music video for "Vogue." It took voguing from the underground to the mainstream. He relives this complicated time — the rush of stardom and the consequences that came with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

41 min
OCT 16

The History of Ballroom Culture

Rayceen Pendarvis is an elder in the House of Pendavis. Rayceen recounts the beginnings of ballroom, how it exploded in the early 90s thanks to Madonna and “Paris is Burning,” and how, simultaneously, it began collapsing from within as AIDS ravaged the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

38 min
OCT 9

When Gay People Die, How Are We Remembered?

Larry Colton was profoundly impacted by the AIDS crisis in San Francisco. He reflects on the most difficult loss he endured and what he legacy he was left with. Vote for us to win our first Signal Award here! For "Best LGBTQ+ Podcast Episode." Voting closes Oct. 17th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

39 min
OCT 2

Addiction in the LGBTQ+ Community

Experts say 20-30% of the LGBTQ community abuses substances. Donald Flowers Jr. is a gay man who was addicted to alcohol, cocaine, crystal meth, and sex. He reflects on his struggles with addiction and his journey to sob See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

36 min

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Introducing: But We Loved

As a gay kid growing up Catholic, in conservative Texas, Jordan Gonsalves knew nothing about queer history. Now, as a journalist, he’s searching for the stories he craved when he was coming of age. Through intimate interviews with LGBTQ+ elders, Jordan uncovers the untold stories of queer history. And in the process, he discovers the role models he always needed and the wisdom they’ve been waiting to pass down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thank you!

Sep 2

funier

Congratulations on your show. You are doing a great job and keep it up. You’re doing good and important work.
When you identify yourself

Sep 7

slice and fice

As gay , and make that your primary focus. You will always feel separated and not accepted. There are ao many wonderful and terrible situations too experience here. Don’t make your sexuality the most important theme in your adventures here. Learn self awareness and understanding. This road has so many benefits to build your character. Why waste it on looking for people’s acceptance, when they are no better then you. Move on with balance in your life. 😌
Valuable oral histories

Jul 22

robot-o

I’ve been listening in the Northern Mariana Islands where I am from, and where our oral traditions are still very much preferred devices for transmission and preservation of information. These powerful accounts have been so inspiring to reflect on as we navigate our own journey to shed the stigmas taught by the nations who have colonized our indigenous peoples and our neighbors. And hearing these accounts in the voices of the people who lived them is absolutely powerful.
Grow up

Aug 4

GatsbyNYC

Please stop asking everyone how it FELT! How did it feel when your partner died? How did it feel when your father died? How do you think it felt? The host should get over his obsession with feelings and come up with a more grown-up interview style.

As a gay kid growing up Catholic, in conservative Texas, Jordan Gonsalves knew nothing about queer history. Now, as a journalist, he’s searching for the stories he craved when he was coming of age. Through intimate interviews with LGBTQ+ elders, Jordan uncovers the untold stories of queer history. And in the process, he discovers the role models he always needed and the wisdom they’ve been waiting to pass down.

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