20. Targeted by Christian Nationalism: The LGBTQ+ Culture War

In this special episode, April's Spouse, Beecher joins April to discuss various pressing issues surrounding LGBTQ+ rights, particularly focusing on recent legislation in Utah that bans gender-affirming care for minors despite contradicting studies. They also delve into the cultural implications of pride flags in schools, personal experiences with LGBTQ+ identities, and the broader societal hypocrisy within Christian nationalism.

Chapters

08:39 Gender-Affirming Care Legislation in Utah

17:48 LGBTQ+ Rights and Pride Flags in Schools

39:14 Cultural Hypocrisy and the Christian Right

49:04 The Journey to Authenticity and Freedom

01:00:06 The Chilling Effect of Discrimination

01:14:49 Weird Christian Moments and Cultural Reflections

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