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Be Gay, Make History!

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Latest episodes

  • Then Pink Triangle

    December 31, 2024 · 6 min

    This week, I talk about the pink triangle and how it went from being a symbol of hate and violence to one of strenght and activism in the US and globally!

  • Interview with Representative Kameron Nelson

    December 24, 2024 · 49 min

    This week, I got the chance to interview Representative Kameron Nelson. Kameron made history by being the first openly gay man elected to the South Dakota state legislature. In this interview we talked about what it was like growing up gay…

  • Season 2 Teaser

    December 18, 2024 · 2 min

    Hi Friends! I am officially back with season 2! This season, we are going to be focusing on the strength of our community in the face of hardship. Make sure you are subscribed to be updated each week with a new episode!

  • The Iconic Howard Ashman

    May 28, 2024 · 7 min

    After a bit of a hiatus, we are back with regular posting of episodes! This week we are focusing on American lyricist and playwright, Howard Ashman.

  • Bayard Rustin

    February 22, 2024 · 18 min

    This episode I dive into the astonishing life of Bayard Rustin, the openly gay black man that was the mastermind behind most of the civil rights movement. He is also known as Dr Martin Luther King Jr.'s right hand man. But I give focus to…

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  • Two Riots and a Protest

    February 8, 2024 · 14 min

    This episode I talk about the 3 major events that set the stage for the Stonewall Riots. The Cooper Do-Nut Riot, the Compton Cafeteria Riot, and the Black Cat Tavern Protest. I also get into important context around the outcomes of each…

  • The Women Who Led the Way

    January 23, 2024 · 14 min

    This episode we look at three women who had major impacts during the Stonewall Uprising and even more so during their lives beyond Stonewall. Stormé DeLarverie, Marsha P Johnson, and Sylvia Rivera's legacy's shaped the history of the…

  • Be Gay, Make History An Introduction

    January 14, 2024 · 7 min

    In this first episode, Joe Bushey introduces himself, the podcast, and future topics.

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About the show

A podcast focused on LGBTQ+ history presented by Joe Bushey (also known as Photojoejoe). Joe discusses both the triumphs and horrors that the LGBTQ+ community has experienced throughout history. He actively works to make sure his sources and knowledge come from diverse voices and experiences. The history of the community is built on intersectionality and Joe makes sure that is the forefront of his research. "Remember, you living and thriving as an LGBTQ+ person is making history! So keep doing that shit!” - Joe