Kelly Elizabeth Wright

Nicole Holliday, an acting associate professor of linguistics at UC Berkeley, and Kelly Elizabeth Wright, an assistant professor at UW-Madison, delve into the controversial C-word. They explain how it has evolved from being a strong swear to a term of empowerment within queer communities, particularly in ballroom culture. The conversation explores its acceptance in digital spaces like TikTok and its implications for female identity and language reclamation. The hosts uncover the complexities of language, culture, and social power through humor and insightful analysis.