Ronan McCrea
Professor of Constitutional and European Law at University College London and former barrister, author of The End of the Gay Rights Revolution focusing on law, religion, and social change.
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Dec 21, 2025 • 1h 19min
The gay rights movement got it wrong - Julie Bindel, Matthew Vines & Ronan McCrea | Maiden Mother Matriarch Episode 177
In this thought-provoking discussion, Ronan McCrea, a constitutional law professor, critiques the fragility of recent gay rights wins. Julie Bindel, a journalist and activist, shares her feminist insights on the effects of queer activism on lesbians. Meanwhile, Matthew Vines, an advocate for same-sex relationships within Christianity, emphasizes the need for moderate strategies in the movement. The trio explores complex issues like the tension between liberation and respectability, the implications of demographic shifts, and the risks posed by radical activism.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 49min
"The 'LGBTQ' Threat to Gay Rights" with Prof. Ronan McCrea
Ronan McCrea, a Professor of Constitutional and European Law and author of 'The End of the Gay Rights Revolution', explores the complexities surrounding gay rights today. He argues that the initial appeal of gay rights has been overshadowed by radical inclusivity, risking potential backlashes. Ronan discusses the need to disentangle the LGBTQIA+ movements to protect existing gains, citing social conservatism’s rise and demographic shifts. He raises crucial questions about inclusivity, identity politics, and the evolving landscape of allyship in the fight for rights.
