Queering the District Podcast
Podcast Description
Queering the District Podcast explores the role, history, and stories “third places” have held across time for the Queer community in Washington, D.C. Join us as we journey as far back as the 19th century and make our way back to the present day to see how various types of Queer “third places,” such as bars, parks, houses, and more, have evolved over time.Each season will focus on one “type” of “third place,” with season one focused on bars. You’ll hear from Queer elders, academic experts, and even that one drunk friend leaving a voicemail in their favorite bar as they share the stories of Queer folks who have and continue to gather in defiance, solidarity, and celebration across the District.Learn more at queeringthedistrictpodcast.com.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores the evolution of Queer 'third places' by delving into various topics such as the cultural significance of bars, parks, and community gatherings. Episode examples include nostalgic recounts from Queer elders discussing their experiences in iconic D.C. bars during the 1970s and 1980s, as well as explorations of historical figures like Odessa Madre and movements such as Black Broadway.
Queering the District Podcast explores the role, history, and stories “third places” have held across time for the Queer community in Washington, D.C. Join us as we journey as far back as the 19th century and make our way back to the present day to see how various types of Queer “third places,” such as bars, parks, houses, and more, have evolved over time.
Each season will focus on one “type” of “third place,” with season one focused on bars. You’ll hear from Queer elders, academic experts, and even that one drunk friend leaving a voicemail in their favorite bar as they share the stories of Queer folks who have and continue to gather in defiance, solidarity, and celebration across the District.
Learn more at queeringthedistrictpodcast.com.
Hey baby, long time no talk. We’re back with a bonus episode from our second live podcasting event, Turning the Page.
We partnered with Little District Books, D.C.’s resident all-Queer bookstore, to share the history of Queer bookstores in the District. Featuring Susan, a former assistant manager from Lambda Rising, Jane a Lambda Rising manager and owner of Lammas, and Patrick owner of Little District Books, you don’t want to miss this lively panel full of memories, advice, book recs, and more!
Since this was recorded live, the format of this episode will feel very different than our typical content. If you’re new to Queering the District Podcast, might we suggest heading to another episode in season one as your starting point.
We also have a video version, the best way to enjoy the episode, available on ourYouTube page and our website queeringthedistrictpodcast.com. This audio episode will also only feature the first 30 minutes of the event. If you would like to see photos of the bars, watch the panelists play some silly games, and hear the audience Q&A, head to the video version of the hour-long panel. But, if you prefer to stay here, don’t worry, you can listen to it too!
You can find a pdf version of the transcript for this episode here or on our website, as well as transcripts for all of our episodes.
We want to thank Jane, Susan, and Patrick with Little District Books for partnering with us on this amazing event.
If you’re sad you missed this event, be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube to stay up to date on all things Queering the District Podcast.
Have a story to share? Think we missed something? Give us a call, and bare it all after the beep at 202-753-6570.
Audio editing by Abby Stuckrath and Julia Hay
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