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73. Brunch: The Most Important Gay Meal of the Day
Manage episode 376720206 series 3338809
The stereotype of brunch being gay has emerged as a playful nod to the LGBTQ+ community's affinity for this leisurely meal. But, upon deeper examination, the history of brunch has always been a bit controversial, breaking away from conventional standards.
In this episode, we're discussing the history of brunch and why it’s become a cherished tradition within queer culture, serving as a safe space for self-expression, connection, and a delicious way to challenge societal norms.
Additional Resources:
- Brunch (Merriam-Webster)
- Brunch (Urban Dictionary)
- The History of Brunch
- Why Gay Men Love to Brunch
- Is Brunch "Gay"? Twitter Debates
- Brunch Has Always Been Queer
- The Extraordinary Rise of Drag Brunch: A Dining Delight or a Betrayal of Queer History?
- 63. The Stonewall Riots
- 49. Let's Shatter the LGBTQ+ Wage Gap
- A Brief (and Depressing) History of LGBT Workers’ Rights
- UPDATED Report: Drag Events Faced More than 160 Protests and Significant Threats Since Early 2022
- Anti-Drag Legislation Is Sweeping the Nation: Here's Where Each State Stands on Drag Bans
- Petition: Don't Mess with Drag
- Why Gay Brunch Matters
121 episodes
Manage episode 376720206 series 3338809
The stereotype of brunch being gay has emerged as a playful nod to the LGBTQ+ community's affinity for this leisurely meal. But, upon deeper examination, the history of brunch has always been a bit controversial, breaking away from conventional standards.
In this episode, we're discussing the history of brunch and why it’s become a cherished tradition within queer culture, serving as a safe space for self-expression, connection, and a delicious way to challenge societal norms.
Additional Resources:
- Brunch (Merriam-Webster)
- Brunch (Urban Dictionary)
- The History of Brunch
- Why Gay Men Love to Brunch
- Is Brunch "Gay"? Twitter Debates
- Brunch Has Always Been Queer
- The Extraordinary Rise of Drag Brunch: A Dining Delight or a Betrayal of Queer History?
- 63. The Stonewall Riots
- 49. Let's Shatter the LGBTQ+ Wage Gap
- A Brief (and Depressing) History of LGBT Workers’ Rights
- UPDATED Report: Drag Events Faced More than 160 Protests and Significant Threats Since Early 2022
- Anti-Drag Legislation Is Sweeping the Nation: Here's Where Each State Stands on Drag Bans
- Petition: Don't Mess with Drag
- Why Gay Brunch Matters
121 episodes
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