8 - Pride Month and Pink Economy
06/15/23 • 34 min
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This week on Let’s be perfectly queer podcast we examine why June has become widely recognised as Pride Month, a time when the LGBTQ+ community and its allies come together to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and commemorate the ongoing struggle for equal rights.
We also explore the concept of the Pink Economy and its influence on advertising and retail companies.
Below is a list of organisations that provide further information and support information sourced from Health direct.
QLife — counselling and referral service for LGBTIQ+ individuals: call 1800 184 527 (3pm to midnight
daily) or chat online.
Lifeline — support for anyone having a personal crisis: call 13 11 14, 24/7, text, or chat online.
Suicide Call Back Service — for anyone thinking about suicide: call 1300 659 467.
Beyond Blue — for anyone feeling depressed or anxious: call 1300 22 4636, email or chat online, 24/7.
Headspace — mental health space for ages 12-25 years.
Kids Helpline — mental health support for young people aged 5-25 years. Call 1800 55 1800 anytime.
ACON — LGBTIQ+ health and HIV prevention and support.
TransHub — ACON’s digital trans and gender diverse platform.
Head to Health — a guide to digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental
health organisations, including a list of phone support services.
PFLAG — Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
ReachOut — mental health resources for young people.
Links we found extremely useful when researching for this topic:https://www.britannica.com/story/why-is-pride-month-celebrated-in-june
https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/pride-month/
https://www.loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/about/
https://nationaltoday.com/pride-month/
https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/pride-month
https://people.com/human-interest/pride-month-explained-pride-month-facts/
https://www.smartcapitalmind.com/what-is-pink-money.htm
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/07/pride-month-boycotts-target-bud-light-brands-companies
https://au.sports.yahoo.com/pink-economy-pink-money-meet-134500767
You can help support our show on Patreon Below or the link above through Buzzsprout:
https://www.patreon.com/letsbeperfectlyqueer
This week on Let’s be perfectly queer podcast we examine why June has become widely recognised as Pride Month, a time when the LGBTQ+ community and its allies come together to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and commemorate the ongoing struggle for equal rights.
We also explore the concept of the Pink Economy and its influence on advertising and retail companies.
Below is a list of organisations that provide further information and support information sourced from Health direct.
QLife — counselling and referral service for LGBTIQ+ individuals: call 1800 184 527 (3pm to midnight
daily) or chat online.
Lifeline — support for anyone having a personal crisis: call 13 11 14, 24/7, text, or chat online.
Suicide Call Back Service — for anyone thinking about suicide: call 1300 659 467.
Beyond Blue — for anyone feeling depressed or anxious: call 1300 22 4636, email or chat online, 24/7.
Headspace — mental health space for ages 12-25 years.
Kids Helpline — mental health support for young people aged 5-25 years. Call 1800 55 1800 anytime.
ACON — LGBTIQ+ health and HIV prevention and support.
TransHub — ACON’s digital trans and gender diverse platform.
Head to Health — a guide to digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental
health organisations, including a list of phone support services.
PFLAG — Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
ReachOut — mental health resources for young people.
Links we found extremely useful when researching for this topic:https://www.britannica.com/story/why-is-pride-month-celebrated-in-june
https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/pride-month/
https://www.loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/about/
https://nationaltoday.com/pride-month/
https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/pride-month
https://people.com/human-interest/pride-month-explained-pride-month-facts/
https://www.smartcapitalmind.com/what-is-pink-money.htm
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/07/pride-month-boycotts-target-bud-light-brands-companies
https://au.sports.yahoo.com/pink-economy-pink-money-meet-134500767
You can help support our show on Patreon Below or the link above through Buzzsprout:
https://www.patreon.com/letsbeperfectlyqueer
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7 - Queer Baiting
This week on Let’s be perfectly queer podcast we are talking about Queer baiting and the history behind the word. We delve into the harmful effects of using the LGBTQIA+ community as a marketing audience due to the purchasing power amongst the community.
Below is a list of organisations that provide further information and support information sourced from Health direct.
QLife — counselling and referral service for LGBTIQ+ individuals: call 1800 184 527 (3pm to midnight
daily) or chat online.
Lifeline — support for anyone having a personal crisis: call 13 11 14, 24/7, text, or chat online.
Suicide Call Back Service — for anyone thinking about suicide: call 1300 659 467.
Beyond Blue — for anyone feeling depressed or anxious: call 1300 22 4636, email or chat online, 24/7.
Headspace — mental health space for ages 12-25 years.
Kids Helpline — mental health support for young people aged 5-25 years. Call 1800 55 1800 anytime.
ACON — LGBTIQ+ health and HIV prevention and support.
TransHub — ACON’s digital trans and gender diverse platform.
Head to Health — a guide to digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental
health organisations, including a list of phone support services.
PFLAG — Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
ReachOut — mental health resources for young people.
Links we found extremely useful when researching for this topic:https://www.dictionary.com/e/slang/queerbaiting/
https://mashable.com/article/queerbaiting-term-explained
https://hypebae.com/2020/6/queer-baiting-what-is-it-why-harmful-lgbtq-community-tv-shows
https://www.studysmarter.co.uk/magazine/queerbaiting/
https://www.them.us/story/what-is-queerbaiting
https://www.them.us/story/all-the-things-she-said-tatu-history-explained
https://junkee.com/netflix-wednesday-queerbaiting/345892
You can help support our show on Patreon Below or the link above through Buzzsprout:
https://www.patreon.com/letsbeperfectlyqueer
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9. The History of Drag
This week on Let’s be perfectly queer podcast, we delve into the rich history of drag, from its ancient origins to its modern-day influence. We also look at the pivotal role drag played in LGBTQ+ activism and discuss well known drag performers such as Ru Paul, Dame Edna and Courtney Act,
Join us on this exhilarating journey through the captivating and transformative world of drag.
Below is a list of organisations that provide further information and support information sourced from Health direct.
QLife — counselling and referral service for LGBTIQ+ individuals: call 1800 184 527 (3pm to midnight
daily) or chat online.
Lifeline — support for anyone having a personal crisis: call 13 11 14, 24/7, text, or chat online.
Suicide Call Back Service — for anyone thinking about suicide: call 1300 659 467.
Beyond Blue — for anyone feeling depressed or anxious: call 1300 22 4636, email or chat online, 24/7.
Headspace — mental health space for ages 12-25 years.
Kids Helpline — mental health support for young people aged 5-25 years. Call 1800 55 1800 anytime.
ACON — LGBTIQ+ health and HIV prevention and support.
TransHub — ACON’s digital trans and gender diverse platform.
Head to Health — a guide to digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental
health organisations, including a list of phone support services.
PFLAG — Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
ReachOut — mental health resources for young people.
Links we found extremely useful when researching for this topic:
You can help support our show on Patreon Below or the link above through Buzzsprout:
https://www.patreon.com/letsbeperfectlyqueer
Let's be perfectly Queer Podcast - 8 - Pride Month and Pink Economy
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Podcast: Let's Be Perfectly Queer
Episode Title: Pride Month And Pink Economy
Host(s): Archie & Katie
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Speaker A () | 00:00:00 to 00:00:00
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Speaker B () | 00:00:04 to 00:00:13
All right, we're on. Welcome to let's Be Perfectly Queer, a. Queer podcast creating space to talk about all things queer. My name is Archie. And I'm Katie.
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