Multidisciplinary artist, Jacob V Joyce, guides us through Black LGBTQIA+ creativity and art whilst considering queer and anti-colonial narratives today. Starting with a black and white photograph which shows a man standing, leaning on a piano with his left arm Jacob tracks down the subject of this image. Ajamu X is a fine art photographer and posed for this picture in his hometown of Huddersfield in 1983. Together they reflect on the power of art for and by Black LGBTQIA+ communities from the 70’s to today.

CONTENT WARNING: This podcast is about the experience of Black LGBTQIA+ communities with open discussion about racism, homophobia, transphobia and sexual discrimination.

Black and Gay, Back in the Day is an Aunt Nell Production. This eye opening series highlights the importance of Black LGBTQIA+ history, amplifying the work of its founders Marc Thompson and Jason Okundaye, as we repaint the photographs through audio, helping to facilitate the mission of honouring and remembering Black queer life in Britain.  

Host: Marc Thompson

Co-host: Jacob V Joyce

Guest: Ajamu X

Producers: Shivani Dave, Tash Walker

Assistant Producer: Abi McIntosh

Artwork: Kemi Oyolede

Music: Amaroun

Black and Gay, Back in the Day is an Aunt Nell Production, supported by the Audio Content Fund.

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