Marsha P. Johnson was a trailblazing figure in LGBTQ+ history whose presence, activism, and compassion left an indelible mark on the movement. From the streets of Greenwich Village to the front lines of early gay rights activism, her life was defined by compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the most marginalized members of the community.

In this episode, we’re exploring Marsha’s life, her role in the movement that followed Stonewall, and the enduring legacy she left on LGBTQ+ activism, community care, and queer history.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 17. Mobsters & Mos: How the Mafia Owned Gay Nightlife
• Listen to Episode 51. ACT UP: Silence = Death
• Listen to Episode 58. Gay Icons: Our Friend, Dorothy
• Listen to Episode 63. The Stonewall Riots

Additional Resources:

• The Mafia’s Control of New York's Gay Bars: A Hidden Chapter in LGBTQ+ History
• ACT UP: The Radical Fight for HIV/AIDS Awareness and LGBTQ+ Rights
• Judy Garland: The Enduring Legacy of Hollywood’s Timeless Star and Gay Icon
• Stonewall Riots: A Catalyst for Pride and the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights
• Marsha P. Johnson (National Women’s History Museum)
• Overlooked: Marsha P. Johnson
• Marsha P. Johnson (Britannica)
• Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson
• The Gay Liberation Youth Movement in New York: 'An Army of Lovers Cannot Fail'
• Pay It No Mind - The Life and Times of Marsha P. Johnson

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