Outlore with Eleanor Neale The Homophobic Trial of 4 "Satanic" Lesbians
Jun 1, 2025
In 1994 San Antonio, four Latina lesbians faced wrongful convictions that highlighted the pervasive homophobia of the era. Their identities alone formed the basis of a shocking trial during the Satanic Panic. The podcast explores their harrowing journey through manipulation, false accusations, and a broken justice system. Despite nearly two decades in prison, they fought tirelessly for their innocence and for each other, becoming symbols of resilience and the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights.
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San Antonio Four Background
- Four young Latina lesbians in 1990s Texas formed a close-knit support group amid severe homophobia.
- Anna and Cassie, Liz, and Christy built loving homes and relationships despite Catholic family rejection.
Liz's Trauma and Javier's Obsession
- Liz Ramirez was abused and harassed by her sister's husband, Javier Limon, starting as a vulnerable teenager.
- Javier's obsession and jealousy toward Liz being pregnant and a lesbian fueled malicious actions.
Satanic Panic and Homophobia
- During the 80s and 90s, satanic panic led to hysteria blaming innocent people for ritual abuse.
- Gay or suspected gay people were often scapegoated as satanic cult members committing abuse.
