Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

Part One: ACT UP: How Angry, Dying Queers Invented Modern Activism

Jun 17, 2024
Francesca Fiorentini discusses ACT UP's disruptive activism during the AIDS crisis, leading to policy changes and medical advancements. The podcast explores the impact and legacy of ACT UP in shifting societal views, saving lives, and inspiring future movements. It also touches on the urgency of saving lives during epidemics, the origins of ACT UP, and the group's effective tactics in advocating for AIDS patients.
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