Published in August 2023



"We are here building something together and to hold space for the dreamwork" says Katucha, of the anti-racist and anti-transphobic community she's hoping for.   In this episode, Ru, Katucha and Jules share their Pride stories; past, present and future and what they're hopeful for living in Scotland.  We talk love, language, allyship and how sometimes we need to "kill joy"  to build a better, safer world.



CW: Mentions of racism, homophobia, transphobia and a brief mention of suicide



About Dr Katucha Bento

she/her



Katucha Bento, co-founded the Free Afro-Brazilian University, loves to work in collaboration with people and nature for social and environmental justice. Works with subversive language and queer insights. Is the auntie and guide-mother of fantastic humans called Chizara, Jason and Chibueze. Currently she teaches at the University of Edinburgh.

Instagram @katuchabento



About Rujazzle

she/her/they/them



Rujazzle is a Glasgow-based drag queen, artist, host and producer, who described herself as the 'Painted Lady, Walking Exhibition(ist) and Arty tart'

Instagram @rujazzle



References



Sara Ahmed - author of The Feminist Killjoy Handbook

Lighthouse | The Feminist Killjoy Handbook (lighthousebookshop.com)

The Feminist Killjoy Handbook – Argonaut Books



Dr Gail Lewis

Gail Lewis (academic) - Wikipedia



Majur

Major, trans singer from Brazil. Here she is praying for the feminine Orisha Oyá (fire, warrior, shapeshifter between butterfly and buffalo).

M A J U R 🧜🏿‍♀️ (@majur) • Instagram photos and videos

Instagram @majur