

491 - What We Can Learn About Love from the Animal Queendom with Owen Ever
Aug 6, 2024
Owen Ever, a community-oriented artist and educator committed to healthcare justice, joins to share insights from the animal kingdom's social-sexual dynamics. They explore queer representation in animals, celebrating behaviors like same-sex interactions among humpback whales and giraffes. Owen discusses the complexities of animal sexuality, challenging traditional views on monogamy, and linking these behaviors to human relationships. The conversation redefines love, suggesting connection and pleasure often trump competition.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Queerness in the Animal Kingdom
02:04 • 5min
Whale Tales: Celebrating Queer Nature
07:08 • 7min
Interpreting Animal Behaviors: Beyond Human Perspectives
14:03 • 8min
Exploring Animal Sexuality and Social Bonds
21:44 • 19min
Lessons in Love: Animal Mating and Human Relationships
41:07 • 9min
Exploring Animal Relationships: Monogamy and Beyond
50:26 • 20min
Exploring Love Through the Animal Kingdom
01:10:33 • 3min