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Outward: Slate's LGBTQ podcast

Iconic Queer Women’s Spaces with June Thomas

Jun 12, 2024
Former Outward Producer June Thomas discusses her book 'A Place Of Our Own' exploring iconic queer women's spaces. The conversation covers lesbian bars, bookshops, and women's lands shaping queer identity. Reflecting on historical challenges and rewards, June highlights the importance of community and adaptation in queer spaces.
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Quick takeaways

  • Queer spaces like feminist bookstores play a crucial role in community building and preserving queer culture.
  • The challenges faced by LGBTQ+ spaces include sustainability, succession planning, and balancing profitability with community engagement.

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Exploring Queer Culture History and Heritage

The podcast delves deep into the historical significance and evolution of queer culture by highlighting various queer spaces and their impact. Through exploring spaces like lesbian bars, feminist bookstores, and queer lands, the episode captures the essence of community building and resilience within the queer community.

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