Making Gay History | LGBTQ Oral Histories from the Archive Rewind: Stonewall 50: Episode 2: "Everything Clicked… And the Riot Was On"
Jun 9, 2022
Marsha P. Johnson, a key figure in the Stonewall uprising, and Randy Wicker discuss the moments leading up to the riot and the tense atmosphere at Washington Square bar. The aftermath of the raid is explored along with encounters of violence. Joining the crowd, taking a stand, and escalating protests are recounted. The podcast also focuses on the significance of the riot and the Christopher Street Liberation Day march in preserving Stonewall's history.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Oral Histories of the Stonewall Riots
01:42 • 7min
Tense moments and colorful celebrations at Washington Square bar
08:57 • 2min
The Aftermath of the Raid and the Sound of Violence
10:45 • 2min
Joining the Crowd and Taking a Stand
12:21 • 2min
Escalation and Retaliation
13:58 • 16min
The Riot and the March: Preserving Stonewall's History
29:44 • 2min