This episode is airing one week after its release. Want access to every episode early, ad-free content, and access to our discord server? Join our Community ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/ClosetedHistory In this episode, we discuss the hidden LGBTQ+ icons and spaces from The Harlem Renaissance that is often left out of mainstream narratives and recollections of history.

📕 Table of Contents 📕 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Introductions

01:30 Introduction to the Harlem Renaissance

02:11: Harlem Renaissance's Roots

05:33: Underground Spaces & Challenges Faced

08:55: Queer Figures of The Harlem Renaissance

12:55: End of an era & Impact

15:21: Conclusion & Closing Remarks

Clips and Other Videos Mentioned 🚨

• 03:10 - Side Effects The True South (With Dr. Imani Perry) on Small Doses with Amanda Seales Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/side-effects-of-the-true-south-with-dr-imani-perry/id1333316223?i=1000663172648
• The Tomb of the Two Brothers w/ For The Love of History Pod | Ancient LGBTQ+ History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCTS3jPfz70&t=2s
• Frida Movie Review (2002) | A Queer Icon’s Journey w/ Leftist Squidward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUSOTG2FP3w&t=184s

Links and Resources Mentioned ⬇️

• The LGBTQ+ History Book by DK: https://bookshop.org/a/81838/9780744070736
• The Harlem Renaissance in Black Queer history (2023) National Museum of African American History and Culture. Available at: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/harlem-renaissance-black-queer-history
• "The Legendary Hamilton Lodge Ball Home At The Rockland Palace Dance Hall In Harlem." Harlem World Magazine: https://www.harlemworldmagazine.com/the-legendary-hamilton-lodge-ball-home-at-the-rockland-palace-dance-hall-in-harlem/.
• National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://nmaahc.si.edu/gladys-bentley
• Making Queer History Article on Langston Hughes: https://www.makingqueerhistory.com/articles/2016/12/20/langston-hughes-the-poet

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This episode is airing one week after its release. Want access to every episode early, ad-free content, and access to our discord server? Join our Community ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/ClosetedHistory In this special collab episode, TK from For The Love of History comes on to teach me and you about the Tomb of the Two Brothers, the earliest recorded same sex couple in ancient history. The assumed romantic relationship between Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum is based on depictions of the two men standing nose to nose and embracing.

📕 Table of Contents 📕 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Introductions

02:05 Discovery of the Tomb

03:28 Assumptions and Misinterpretations

05:16 New Perspectives and Research

07:07 Depictions and Interpretations

10:01 Intimacy and Relationships

11:09 Debunking Arguments

15:08 Evidence and Hypotheses

21:30 Family and Erasure

23:56 Queer Erasure and Historical Bias

27:45 Representation and Perspective

34:43 Conclusion and Impact

40:20 Closing Remarks Connect With Our Guest 🌈

TK is the host and creator of For the Love of History Podcast, who’s on a mission to help people rediscover their love of history. She lives in Japan with her husband and three little history helper kitties.

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🌈 Connect With Us Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/closetedhistory⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@closetedhistory Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/ClosetedHistory⁠ Our Website: ⁠www.closetedhistory.com⁠ 📱 Subscribe & Watch Here YT: @ClosetedHistory Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/closeted-history-lgbtq-stories-of-the-past/id1627298680⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3EFhnoQ0uncROlKYK2Nu9D⁠ #Tombofthetwobrothers #ancienthistory #ancientlgbthistory / / Some of Our Faves Check out some of our favorite reads, curated book lists, and support local bookstores with your online book purchases: ⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/ClosetedHistory⁠ / / About Us 🌈 Hi, welcome to Closeted History! Your number #1 spot to learn the Queer and Trans history you never knew! To learn more, check out our website ➡️ ⁠www.closetedhistory.com⁠ My name is Destiny (she/they) and I am the creator behind the podcast. Educator, creative, and fellow member of the LG(B)T(Q)+ community. Nice to meet you!

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In this episode, we explore Frida Kahlo's intricate life and enduring legacy through the biopic Frida (2002). We discuss how this film challenges stereotypes, highlighting Kahlo's artistic brilliance and complex identity as a queer Mexican woman. We examine how the film navigated controversies, including issues with Harvey Weinstein, to authentically portray Kahlo's life, artistry, politics, and personal journey.

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Links & Resources Mentioned ⬇️

• More about Harvey Weinstein and Production Troubles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcZv3mLGw5A
• Learn more about Frida Kahlo's life, politics, and paintings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jvWV3oPSsg&t=1685s
• The Imitation Game (2014) Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABQg2ZjeB9U&t=103s

📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕

00:00 Introduction and Background

07:53 The Challenges of the Frida Biopic

20:22 Appreciating the Film

26:38 Frida's Struggle to Separate Herself from Diego

28:25 The Portrayal of Frida's Political Beliefs

37:18 The Male Gaze and Nudity in the Film

41:39 The Influence of Harvey Weinstein on 'Frida'

45:28 The Importance of Nuance and Authenticity in Biopics

49:01 The Non-Monogamous Relationship of Frida and Diego

51:13 The Lack of Detail on Frida's Art in the Film

57:33 The Challenges of the Early 2000s for Queer People

58:55 Frida's Non-Monogamous Relationships

01:01:54 Critiques of Frida's Use of Indigenous Heritage

01:04:56 The Importance of Nuance in Historical Analysis

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Connect With Our Guest 🌈 Leftist Squidward is a queer, Jewish, Brazilian creator who makes TikToks, music, and writes short stories. Their interests lie in radical left and queer politics, as well as Latin American literature and music. You can follow their work here: https://linktr.ee/thomsky

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Want access to this episode and others early? Join our Patreon Community ➡️https://www.patreon.com/ClosetedHistory In this conversation, Destiny and Thomas discuss the movie 'The Imitation Game' and its portrayal of Alan Turing and Joan Clarke. They both express their disappointment with the film, highlighting its historical inaccuracies and problematic representation of neurodivergent and queer individuals. They criticize the movie for sensationalizing Turing's life and reducing the contributions of his colleagues. They also discuss the harmful tropes and stereotypes perpetuated by the film, such as the portrayal of autistic individuals as either socially clueless or hostile. Overall, they argue that the movie fails to do justice to the real stories of Turing and Clarke. The conversation discusses the disingenuous portrayal of queerness in the movie 'The Imitation Game' and the lack of accurate representation.

📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:34 Critiquing the Movie

09:03 Rating and Justification

13:17 Reduction of Joan Clark's Character

16:17 Inaccurate Portrayal of Turing

26:58 Sherlock Comparison

28:50 Film Inaccuracies

29:31 Historical Inaccuracies and Frustration

37:31 The Inaccuracy of the Fake Cop

46:36 Sensationalizing Turing's Love Life

53:00 The Candid Shots of Turing Running

56:28 Misrepresentation of Turing's Relationship

57:55 The Importance of Accurate Representation and Addressing Systemic Issues

58:31 Problematic Portrayal of Queer Characters

59:55 Lack of Diversity and Whitewashing in Media

01:00:50 Disingenuous Representation of Queerness

01:03:14 The Need for Authentic and Intersectional Queer Representation

Connect With Our Guest 🌈 Leftist Squidward is a queer, Jewish, Brazilian creator who makes TikToks, music, and writes short stories. Their interests lie in radical left and queer politics, as well as Latin American literature and music. You can follow their work here: https://linktr.ee/thomsky

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My name is Destiny (she/they) and I am the creator behind the podcast. Educator, creative, and fellow member of the LG(B)T(Q)+ community. Nice to meet you!

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But I'm a Cheerleader is the Cozy Queer Joy We All Need- w/ (friend of the pod) Haylee

In this episode, Destiny and Haylee discuss the 1999 cult classic film 'But I'm a Cheerleader'. They talk about the movie's cover and how it drew them in, the color palette and its significance in the storytelling, the satirical nature of the film, and its impactful social commentary on conversion therapy.

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Links & Resources Mentioned ⬇️

Watch the movie for free on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtflMRe_K64

📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕

00:00:00 - Podcast Introduction and "But I'm a Cheerleader" Overview 00:03:54 - Analysis of Cinematography and Color Scheme 00:07:23 - Discussion on Satirical Elements and Camp Movie Genre 00:11:02 - Impact on Actors and Director's Influence 00:14:08 - Exploration of High School Stereotypes and Personal Relatability 00:18:43 - Commentary on Religious Institutions and Parental Acceptance 00:22:43 - Character Growth, Predictions, and Gender Representation

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#ButImACheerleader #MovieReview #wlw

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🌈 Welcome to the first episode of "Conversations With Series" on Closeted History! 🏳️‍🌈

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📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕

00:00:00: Introduction and Welcome

00:00:07: About the Host and Podcast

00:00:25: Guest Intro: Jad, CEO of Motivo Scar Care

00:01:33: Jad's Transition Journey and Entrepreneurship Background

00:02:30: Overview of Motivo and Its Mission

00:03:04: LGBTQ+ Identity and Influence on Jad's Journey with Motivo

00:05:15: Motivo's Product Impact and Innovation in Scar Care Market

00:06:53: Community and Inclusion in Motivo's Brand Mission

00:08:43: Motivo's Target Audience and Accessible Scar Care for All

00:10:20: Discussing the Impact of Scars on Mental Health

00:14:27: Challenges Faced in Promoting LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in the Skincare Industry

00:18:56: Advice for LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurs

00:20:03: Maintaining Mental Health as an Entrepreneur

00:21:49: Closing Remarks and Social Media Info

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The Compton Cafeteria Riots! The riot that happened before Stonewall... Join our Patreon Community ➡️https://www.patreon.com/ClosetedHistory Today, we uncover a hidden gem of LGBTQ+ history as we explore The Compton Cafeteria Riots. This lesser-known uprising took place in San Francisco's Tenderloin district, three years before the famous Stonewall Riots. This episode retells the stories of courage and resistance that led the trans and queer community to rise up against discrimination and police brutality. Learn how the Compton Cafeteria Riots played a vital role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and inspired those who were present at the infamous Stonewall Inn Riots, three years later. If you are interested in learning more after this episode, I recommend that you watch "Screaming Queens: The Riots at Compton Cafeteria". It is available for free here on YouTube. I also made a viewing and discussion guide to go along with it :) Hope you enjoy! https://shop.beacons.ai/closetedhistory/59377d6f-9ceb-4842-949f-f6c22125cd59 *Links & Resources Mentioned* ⬇️ Screaming Queens Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-WASW9dRBU&t=2209s "Transgender History: The Root of Today's Revolution" by Susan Stryker: https://bcns.ai/wxNB6T "The LGBTQ+ History Book" by DK: https://bcns.ai/TPCjtF The Gay Agenda: A Modern Queer History & Handbook by Ash & Chess: https://bcns.ai/UG9GBz 📕 *TABLE OF CONTENTS* 📕 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Life in The Tenderloin 02:52 1966: Tensions Peak 05:42 The Night of The Riot 07:46 Screaming Queens Documentary Released 09:29 Outro 🌈 *Connect With Us* *Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/closetedhistory *Tik Tok:* https://www.tiktok.com/@closetedhistory *Pinterest:* https://www.pinterest.com/ClosetedHistory *Our Website:* www.closetedhistory.com 📱 *Subscribe & Watch Here* *YT:* @ClosetedHistory *Apple:* https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/closeted-history-lgbtq-stories-of-the-past/id1627298680 *Spotify:* https://open.spotify.com/show/3EFhnoQ0uncROlKYK2Nu9D #Disco #LGBTQHistory #1970s #1970smusic ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ / / About Us 🌈 Hi, welcome to Closeted History! Your number #1 spot to learn the Queer and Trans history you never knew! To learn more, check out our website ➡️ [www.closetedhistory.com] Wanna work with us? Check out our media kit ➡️ https://beacons.ai/closetedhistory/mediakit My name is Destiny (she/they) and I am the creator behind the podcast. Educator, creative, and fellow LG(B)T(Q)+ community member. Nice to meet you! *Disclaimer*: Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we’ll receive a small commission. This is at no extra cost to you and supports our channel 💖 SOURCES ℹ️ - Inside Gene Compton’s cafeteria in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood, ca. 1966; photo by Henri Leleu, Henri Leleu Papers (1997-13), GLBT Historical Society. - Outside of Gene Compton’s Cafeteria in San Francisco’s Tenderloin Neighborhood, 1970; photo by *Clay Geerdes,* Tenderloin Museum. - BETTMANN ARCHIVE/GETTY IMAGES - The Stonewall Riots remembered by someone who was there, Mark Segal (R) (Image: Supplied) - Crowds near the Stonewall Inn several days after the raid on June 29, 1969. Larry Morris/The New York Times - “Screaming Queens”: The Riot at Compton’s Cafeteria, KQED Truly CA (2005, Documentary by Susan Stryker) - Canva Pro - "News Flashes- New York- Woman of the Year (1953)." Motion Picture. 1953. Digital Transgender Archive, https://www.digitaltransgenderarchive.net/files/6q182k274 (accessed November 06, 2023).