So Mayer

So Mayer, a London-based bookseller and the author of Bad Language, dives deep into the relationship between language and identity. They explore how vocabulary can act as both a tool of oppression and liberation. Mayer discusses growing up under Section 28 and the chilling effects on queer visibility. The conversation also touches on the importance of listening as an act of consent and resistance, and how choosing specific terms can dismantle societal norms. Ultimately, they reveal the power of words in creating community and understanding.