Queer youth eye "The Male Gaze"; Californiaâs Prop 8 drama 10 years ago this week underscores the power of the courts; Chinaâs government censors "girlie" men, Hong Kong political puppets flag Gay Games play, a Pakistani politician pulls down a BTS "promo homo" billboard, Australian lawmakers reject trans job protections, and 20 U.S. states buck Bidenâs pro-queer policy! Those stories, and more this week, when you choose "This Way Out": the worldâs audio oasis for queer news and culture.
Hosted this week by Greg Gordon and produced with Lucia Chappelle. "NewsWrap" reporters: Melanie Keller & Michael LeBeau, produced by Brian DeShazor. Correspondent: Christopher Martinez/Pacific Radio. "Outcasting Overtime" produced by Marc Sophos. Theme music: Kim Wilson. Addl music: Frank Sinatra; Sam Cooke; Jordin Sparks.
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