Made It Out Growing Up Queer in a Conservative Family with Madi Hart
Jul 2, 2024
Comedian Madi Hart shares her experiences growing up as a rebellious queer kid in a conservative family. She discusses conflicts around her queer identity, the intersection of misogyny and homophobia, maintaining relationships with differing views, and hilariously ending up on prime time Fox News. Follow Madi at @madihart_soccer.
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Family vs. School Activism
- Madi's mom led a conservative protest against her progressive high school's Seminar Day.
- This caused tension and social exclusion for Madi at school, affecting her deeply.
Fox News Viral Meme Experience
- A viral TikTok joke by Madi about a man paying for her drink was taken seriously by conservatives.
- It made her a meme 'factory reset girl' on primetime Fox News, much to her amusement and disbelief.
Queer Awakening on Tumblr
- Madi realized her bisexuality in middle school through discovering images of girls kissing on Tumblr.
- She struggled with guilt and repeatedly asked if liking girls meant she was gay.