Episode 128 - Gender and Sexuality Inclusivity

In this episode, the two Matts sell a device that auto-generates giant door-stopping encyclopedias about your fantasy worlds no matter how scant the details, learn a new grammar term and define it sort of for the listeners, mercilessly mock each other for the works we're going to rip off this month, and talk about writing characters of different genders and sexualities in the first of our set about inclusivity. What are some ways we can include these people in non-token ways? How can we portray them accurately and positively? What are some good examples of these characters done right? What will happen to Matt David's reputation after that terrible joke about burning the witch? We discuss it all, with incredible experience in the matter as straight white men, and talk about Glee, John Wick, Star Wars, and Captain Marvel. Have any feedback or questions for our hosts? Email us at [email protected]. Also you can purchase Matt Donald's book "Megazoic" on Amazon by clicking here, its sequel "Megazoic: The Primeval Power" by clicking here, its third installment "Megazoic: The Hunted Ones" by clicking here, or its final installment "Megazoic: An Era's End" by clicking here. If you'd like, of course. Also, here's our links for guides on writing these characters: For being an ally of these people (inevitably there’s some support system in place for your LGBTQ+ character!): PFLAG.org/allies has plenty, along with the Human Rights Campaign (main site is hrc.org).  An article for younger listeners: https://engage.youth.gov/resources/being-ally-lgbt-people   Finding resources that your characters may have access to informing them about coming out: https://www.glsen.org/activity/coming-out-resource-lgbtq-students  or visit The Trevor Project’s page and go to Support Center (it’s under “Resources” on the top bar), where you can download a guide There are several advocacy groups for the queer community, like PFLAG, GLAAD, and more.  Regarding gender identity struggles, the HRC also has resources for this on their web page.