Life Through a Queer Lens
autor: Jenene & Kit
EP73: The Pink Triangle's Legacy
O tomto podcastu
Life Through a Queer Lens is where queer history, lived experience, and cultural critique collide, unapologetically and with heart.
Co-hosted by Jenene (she/they) and Kit (he/they/it)—two queer activists from different generations with shared values and distinct voices. This podcast brings raw, nuanced conversations to life through a blend of education, storytelling, intersectionality, and just the right amount of sass.
Together, we unpack the complexity of queerness in today’s world while honoring the legacies and liberation work that brought us here. We dive into topics like evolving queer language, body autonomy, disability justice, gender euphoria, artistic expression, grief, protest, neurodivergence, and chosen family. Whether it’s deep-diving into queer-coded characters in the arts, spotlighting underrepresented voices in our LGBTQIA+ umbrella, or making sense of headlines and harmful legislation, we’re here to ask the hard questions and hold space for real answers.
Kit brings firsthand insights as a disabled, autistic, trans masc non-binary person; Jenene brings an artistic and strategic lens from their work in queer performance spaces and nonprofit leadership. Together, we hold a commitment to uplift all marginalized communities, knowing that no one is free until we all are.
We speak to those who’ve lived it, those who are living it, and those ready to listen deeply. No rainbow capitalism here. Just real, messy, brilliant queer truths. If you’re craving layered conversations that honor the past, question the present, and dream toward liberation, pull up a chair.
This is radical, curious, layered, liberatory queer storytelling.
Queer, allied, learning, unlearning, or somewhere in between, you’re welcome here.
This is Life Through a Queer Lens. Welcome.
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- EP73: The Pink Triangle's Legacy · 21 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 73The pink triangle, a symbol of Nazi persecution of homosexuals, has been reclaimed and transformed into powerful monuments worldwide, from Amsterdam to San Francisco to Paris. •…
- EP72: Triangle of Terror, Symbol of Strength: The Pink Triangle · 32 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 72The pink triangle evolved from a symbol of Nazi persecution to an emblem of queer liberation and activism. This episode traces its journey from concentration camps through the…
- EP71: Queerness Before Gravity, Sir Francis Bacon's Hidden Story · 29 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 71Sir Francis Bacon, born in 1561, was the Lord Chancellor of England, a philosopher, author, statesman, and proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community who developed what we now call…
- EP70: The Dance is What We're Fighting For · 17 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 70Joy is a powerful form of resistance during difficult times, especially when combined with community care and practical safety measures. Survival itself becomes an act of…
- EP69: The Education Underground; Navigating Dept. of Ed. Dismantling · 16 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 69We explore accessible educational alternatives in response to the executive order dismantling the Department of Education, focusing on resources families can use immediately to…
- EP68: Solidarity Not Charity; Why Mutual Aid Is Essential for Our Collective Future · 23 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 68Mutual aid represents the foundation of human civilization, beginning with our ancestors' willingness to care for each other and continuing through indigenous practices that have…
- EP67: When They Say They've Seen This Before, We Should Listen; Learning From Our Queer Elders · 17 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 67Our queer elders have crucial wisdom to share about navigating difficult times, having been through similar challenges in previous decades. • Find and get involved with your…
- EP66: Love and Stone; Buried Queer esp Trans & Gender Non-Conforming Folx · 33 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 66Death comes for us all, but as queer people we must take extra steps to ensure our identities are respected after we pass. This episode explores end-of-life planning specifically…
- EP65: Navigating Gender Marker Changes: Safety, Legal Challenges, & Everchanging Regulations · 29 minThis episode empowers listeners with knowledge about name changes and gender markers, emphasizing the personal and societal significance behind documentation. We discuss the…
- EP64: Planting Seeds of Change: Activism, Queer History, and Challenging Societal Norms · 33 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 64In today's episode, we explore the intersection of privilege and activism, examining how systemic inequalities persist and the importance of discomfort in seeking equity. Our…
- EP63: Navigating Queer Immigration, Finding Safe Harbors, & International Refugee Rights · 22 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 63Explore the journey of immigration through a queer lens, highlighting the challenges LGBTQIA+ individuals face when seeking refuge in a divided world. We'll compare Uruguay and…
- EP62: Punk Lace Codes · 19 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 62Picture this: our living room, popcorn scattered everywhere, laughter echoing, and a family movie night that turned into a rollercoaster of emotions. The movie adaptation of…
- EP61: Bold Visibility and Smart Self-Defense Strategies · 46 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 61Discover how to express your pride boldly while staying safe in environments that might not always be welcoming. In this episode, we promise you’ll learn creative strategies like…
- EP60: Lifelines and Liberation: Lessons from Queer Elders and What's Next · 31 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 60Join us as we honor the resilience of queer elders, reflecting on their strength through monumental LGBTQIA+ history, from Stonewall to the 1980s AIDS crisis. Explore curated…
- EP59: Post-Election Reflections: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times · 34 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 59In this episode, we navigate the challenges of maintaining relationships with loved ones holding opposing political views, exploring how fear-driven narratives hinder societal…
- EP58: Capturing the Magic of Euphoria and Queer Joy: Kit's First Drag Experience · 25 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 58Have you ever felt the rush of being truly seen and accepted for who you are? This episode dives into Kit's transformative Halloween night at a drag show, where the dazzling…
- EP57: Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun: Haunted Pixels & Horror Classics · 47 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 57This episode dives into digital romance, a love for Halloween films, and navigating inclusion in horror. From marrying Stardew Valley’s Shane to celebrating horror icons, it's a…
- EP56: Blood and Gore, by and for, Girls, Gays, and Theys · 26 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 56Join us for a thrilling exploration of queer trans horror recommendations, discussing everything from films and books with positive representation to our mixed feelings about…
- EP55: The Harms of Horror: The "Man in a Dress" Trope · 40 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 55!!TRIGGER WARNING!! This episode contains discussions of transphobic media and its impact on transgender people and society's view of queerness and gender nonconformance Summary…
- EP54: "I'm a murderer, not a monster:" Chucky and Queer Theming · 54 min · Řada 2 Epizoda 54What if an 8-bit Rocky Horror video game unlocked a retro adventure but was restricted by platform exclusivity? We dive into the possibilities of such a game and lament the…







