Bridging Generations: Queer Wisdom, Queer Futures (Epi 46)

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What happens when queer generations sit down together to truly listen? In this thought-provoking episode of The Mindfully Gay Podcast, hosts John Cottrell and Jerry Buie welcome two younger queer voices, Quinn and Andi, for a rich intergenerational conversation about identity, activism, and community

Together, they explore how queer language and labels have evolved—from the days when “gay” and “lesbian” were the only visible terms, to today’s broader spectrum of identities like non-binary, transgender, gender-fluid, and queer. The discussion highlights both the empowerment and challenges of this expanded vocabulary, and why labels matter for history, identity, and solidarity.

Jerry and John share stories from their activism in the 80s and 90s—organizing through phone trees, rallies, and protests—while Quinn and Andi reflect on Gen Z queer realities shaped by technology, online community, and political backlash. The group also wrestles with powerful questions:

• What can older LGBTQ+ folks learn from the passion and perspective of younger generations?
• How can younger queer people gain wisdom from the struggles, strategies, and victories of their elders?
• What does activism look like today, and how do we build queer communities that thrive across generations?

This heartfelt and candid conversation reminds us that queer survival is about more than fighting—it’s about connection, joy, and vision for a liberated future.

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