Episode Two - 'Why Do We Even Need a Pridecast Anyway?'

This week, Alex and Shivani are getting a little bit meta, talking all about LGBTQ+ representation in telly, films, books and more - and asking the question of why it’s so important for LGBTQ+ people to see themselves reflected in the media...

But they’re not alone! We’ll hear from Lord Michael Cashman on having the first gay kiss in Eastenders in 1987, screenwriting legend Russell T. Davies on the importance of integrating LGBTQ+ stories into subplots, Paul Burston on representation in the publishing world, and Dr Ranj Singh and psychotherapist Zayna Ratty, answering the age old question of ‘why don’t we have a Straight Pride too?’

Please note, some of the topics discussed in this episode might be sensitive and/or triggering. For help and support with any LGBTQ+ issues you might be facing, you can contact Switchboard on 0300 330 0630. Alternatively, the Samaritans are available twenty-four hours a day on 116 123.

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