EP 501: The Black Gay Agenda

Jordan, Damon & Tony are curious - what can the current political system do to better protect Black Queer people?
We are excited to welcome you back with a brief update on our time off between seasons. We then launch into a fun gay reimagining of the government for and by Black people. Our discussion is then centered around how the current political landscape is causing physical, mental, and emotional harm towards Black Queer people.
This week we welcome Executive Director and Co-Founder of Campaign Zero, DeRay McKesson to our Surface Level Family. DeRay adds a point of view from an individual who has been doing the work as a former teacher and dedicated activist. We weave through topics related to gun violence, “Don’t Say Gay” bills, and trans identity. He poignantly said during the episode that, “the culture wars are here”, and we discuss what we’re going to do about it.
We know a lot but we don’t know it all, so join the conversation on social and let us know your thoughts.

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[@pppmanly]

Welcome back, guys! Congratulations on your Season 5 premiere!!🎈🎉 I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation. Keep up the good work! 👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽Happy Pride! 🌈🌈

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Thank you! We’re excited to be back 🤗😁

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Good vibes? They seem soo antsy.

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Finally! 💚🤍- Welcome Back

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Thank you for being patient with us!!

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