In this episode of Critical Defiance, hosts Neils, Bill, and BobbySox delve into the evolution of Pride Month from its raw, defiant roots at Stonewall to its current incarnation as a corporate-sponsored celebration. They scrutinize the rise of ‘rainbow capitalism,’ questioning whether the mainstream visibility and acceptance it brings are genuine signs of progress or merely superficial gestures. The episode covers the historical significance of Pride, the impact of corporate involvement, and the ongoing fight for true allyship and liberation.

They also highlight the importance of supporting grassroots movements and maintaining the radical spirit of the original Pride protests. Additionally, the podcast addresses contemporary issues such as the withdrawal of corporate sponsorships from Pride events due to political pressures and concerns about privacy and surveillance. The discussion aims to equip listeners with critical perspectives on the commercialization of Pride and the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights.

Contents

News Recap — 2:58

Big Thoughts — 11:36

Outro/Next Week — 40:14

NOTE: Transcripts and subtitles are auto generated and may contain errors.Photo by Bernd Dittrich on Unsplash

Chapters

• (00:00:00 ) - Critical Defiance: Pride Month Podcast
• (00:03:00 ) - New York City Pride Festival Donors Pull Out Their Money
• (00:07:09 ) - FBI Asks for Full Access to Encrypted Data
• (00:11:55 ) - 2017's Pride Month: A Critique
• (00:13:47 ) - On Pride's Growing Identity
• (00:16:00 ) - The Story of Queer Pride
• (00:23:26 ) - Why Companies Jump on the Rainbow Brand
• (00:31:36 ) - The Complaints About Corporate Pride
• (00:37:14 ) - Has Queer Pride Been Neutered?
• (00:40:35 ) - Decoding the New Moral Panic