Jamie Hakim, a Lecturer at King's College London, and James Cummings from the University of York, dive into how queer men navigate intimacy through smartphones. They discuss the impact of the pandemic on relationships, revealing creative strategies like video calls. The conversation also highlights the role of digital platforms in managing vulnerability, especially against racism and transphobia. Their research uncovers the complexities of intimacy in queer cultures, especially in a politically tumultuous landscape, offering fresh insights into community dynamics and intersectionality.
