Season 8, Episode 4 // Student Voices: Pop Culture and Healthcare

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In this Swerve South Student Popup, Paul Mora presents two student podcasts that work together to present a multifaceted look at gender and sexuality. The episode features two segments: the first examines LGBTQ+ representations in popular TV shows, while the second dives into the complexities of LGBTQ+ health care and its portrayal in the media. Special guest Vanessa Charlotte joins the discussion, offering her expert insights.

SHOW NOTES:

Part 1: Gender in Pop Culture

  • Overview: Grace Mitchell, Evangel Renee Booth, and AnnaGrace Coomer explore LGBTQ+ representation in "Modern Family," "Euphoria," and "RuPaul’s Drag Race."

  • Key Insights: Discussion includes the family dynamics in "Modern Family," gender fluidity in "Euphoria," and the impact of "RuPaul’s Drag Race" on perceptions of drag culture.

Part 2: LGBTQ+ Health Care Focus

  • Introduction: The conversation shifts to the challenges in LGBTQ+ health care, influenced by recent legislative actions.

  • Expert Commentary: Dr. Maria Barnard discusses the intersection of public health and gender, highlighting the closure of an LGBTQ+ Health Clinic in Mississippi.

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Season 8, Episode 3 // Student Voices: Sexuality in the City with Sophia Purvis