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Meet Jeanne Cordova: Mother of the West Coast LGBTQ Movement


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In this episode, Anna & Amanda have a wide-ranging conversation about Jeanne Córdova and what lessons from her work are most relevant today. Born in Germany and raised in Los Angeles, Jeanne Córdova was the mother of the West Coast LGBTQ movement. 

 In this episode you'll discover:

✅ Why entering a convent helped her realize she was a lesbian

✅ How she became a millionaire

✅ What a lifetime of activism taught her about gender and identity  

This is Queer History Done Right. 

'When We Were Outlaws:' https://bookshop.org/a/86770/9781935226512

More about Amanda & Yesterqueers

Yesterqueers founder Amanda W. Timpson (she/her) is an accidental public historian, a former television executive, and a Carrie Fisher-inspired sass factory who is passionate about exploring and celebrating the broad expanse of queer history. As the descendent of a long line of writers and raconteurs (and more than a few skilled bullshit artists), storytelling is part of Amanda’s DNA. She believes that restorative storytelling is our most powerful tool for connection, understanding, and change. Follow her across social media @yesterqueers.

Learn more about Yesterqueers here, https://yesterqueers.com

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About Queer News

An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. New pod every Monday by 9am CT.  

Edited by Amanda W. Timpson. 

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