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Gays in the Woods: History and Identity with Ben Miller

Gays in the Woods: History and Identity with Ben Miller

Update: 2024-11-061
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In this episode, historian Ben Miller chats with Bryan Lowder about the surprising ways white gay men have romanticized the idea of the 'primitive' in their search for utopia. Ben shares stories about key figures like Harry Hay and the radical gay activism of the 70s that centered a 'back to the land' fantasy that relied on racialized fantasies of the past. Together, they explore how these fantasies shaped identities and political movements, revealing the strange allure of these ideas and their lasting impact on queer culture today.

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Gays in the Woods: History and Identity with Ben Miller

Gays in the Woods: History and Identity with Ben Miller

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