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TW: Hate groups, racism and homophobia are discussed. Some strong language is used. Listener discretion is advised.

Uncloseted Media Brings Much Needed LGBTQ+ Lens to Journalism

This week on Coming Out & Beyond: LGBTQIA+ Stories, host Anne-Marie Zanzal chats with Spencer Macnaughton, Editor-in-Chief and founder of Uncloseted Media, a nonprofit LGBTQIA+ -focused newsroom. In a time when America is reconfiguring its systems to marginalize LGBTQIA+ citizens, Uncloseted Media is working to explore the anti-LGBTQIA+ landscape. Guided by principles of non-partisanship and rigorous journalistic standards, Uncloseted Media shines a light on people and stories that might otherwise go unheard in a world that is increasingly working to suppress queer voices. In this episode, Spencer shares the story of his journey in creating a nonprofit LGBTQIA+ newsroom and his own coming out experiences. Anne-Marie and Spencer also touch on the impact of societal conditioning on queer identities, the role media plays in shaping perceptions, and the urgency of telling stories that highlight the ongoing fight against hate and discrimination.

🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

🏳️‍🌈 Why trust is essential in journalism, especially for LGBTQIA+ communities. 🏳️‍🌈 Stories of resilience and allyship that inspire hope and change. 🏳️‍🌈 How media representation significantly impacts LGBTQIA+ identity formation. 🏳️‍🌈 Why finding community is vital for personal and collective well-being. 🏳️‍🌈 and much more!

You can follow Uncloseted Media on Substack here: https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/

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