2398 - BEST OF 2024 - Neil J. Young; adrienne maree brown

Dec 26, 2024

Neil J. Young, author of "Coming Out Republican," discusses the fraught history of gay Republicans, particularly during the Lavender Scare and the Bush era. He shares personal stories highlighting the tension of identity within the party. adrienne maree brown, writer and activist, emphasizes the power of empathy in her book "Loving Corrections," advocating for solidarity and vulnerability. Together, they shed light on the evolution of LGBTQ rights and the challenges of political engagement, all while intertwining humor with serious reflections.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring the History of Gay Republicans and Their Political Struggles

02:14 • 2min

Holiday Reflections and Transition to Interviews

04:17 • 2min

The Lavender Scare: A Historical Overview

06:21 • 9min

Origins of Modern Conservatism and LGBTQ Politics

15:03 • 10min

Navigating Identity and Politics: The Gay Republican Experience

25:12 • 21min

Redefining Masculinity in Modern Society

46:29 • 22min

Reflections on 'Loving Corrections' and Political Disguises

01:08:18 • 2min

Politics in Disguise: A Humorous Look

01:09:55 • 8min

It's Day 3 of the Majority Report Best Ofs of 2024! Today you'll hear 2 EmMajority Report interviews: Neil J. Young, co-host of the Past Present podcast, to discuss his recent book Coming Out Republican: A History of the Gay Right, and adrienne maree brown, writer, activist, and co-founder of the United States League of Young Voters, to discuss her recent book Loving Corrections.

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