Group portrait of Boston Women's Community Radio
Boston Women's Community Radio
Three rows of women from the Boston Women's Community Radio arranged in a portrait, smiling.
Abby Zimberg
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
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GCN.ORG.00160
ACLU Gay Rights Chapter: "UPGRADING GAY & LESBIAN VETERAN DISCHARGES"
This pamphlet, created by the ACLU of South California Gay Rights Chapter, instructs veterans on how to apply to upgrade their discharge to honorable discharge, if they had been discharged "less than honorably" due to being (or being accused of being) gay or lesbian. The pamphlet explains that in 1976, Congress passed a law allowing all less-than-honorable discharges (or "undesirable discharges"), if "based solely on homosexuality," to be upgraded to honorable discharges, if application is made before January 1, 1980.
This upgrade was important for veterans in part because a dishonorable discharge disqualified them from medical benefits from VA Hospitals. If upgraded, benefits were retroactive to the date of application, according to the pamphlet.
This pamphlet was in Charles Shively's possession likely because his partner, Gordon Copeland, had been dishonorably discharged from the Air Force on April 3, 1953, In Charles' papers are also copies of letters written by Gordon to the Air Force asking for a hearing of his undesirable discharge due to "alleged homosexuality," as well as a letter to the Boston V.A. Regional Office requesting information on his VA benefits, both dated July 3, 1979.
ACLU of Southern California, Gay Rights Chapter
likely between 1976 and January 1, 1980
8"x11" sheet folded in thirds
George Mansour in front of GCN
Mansour, George
Ally, Adrianna
LGBTQ+ Film Festivals
LGBTQ+ Cinema
Gay Community News
George Mansour standing in front of the offices of Gay Community News offices at 62 Berkeley St.
Adrianna Ally
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
1990
Copyright Adrianna Ally 1990.
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Still Image
GCN.PPL-00.48?
Boston, MA
Human Rights Campaign Fund fundraiser at the Institute of Contemporary Art
Human Rights Campaign Fund
Tim McFeely
Tim McFeely holds up a photograph while speaking into a megaphone in a photo gallery.
Adrianna Alty
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1990-08-08
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GCN.ORG.00319
Jonathan Mann
Mann, Jonathan
Winn, Albert
Global Programme on AIDS (World Health Organization)
Portrait Photography
Portrait of Jonathan Mann, first Director of the Global Programme on AIDS of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Albert Winn
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
1989
Copyright Albert Winn 1989.
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GCN.PPL-00.486
letter from Allan Searcy in the Navy to Gordon Copeland, May 17, 1973
Allan Searcy was Gordon's boyfriend for a time. Allan wrote to Gordon from various posts in the Navy. This letter is dated May 17, 1973. Allan notes that "It seems every day I mature more. Damn by the time I am 19 I'll be 30," shares praise he received from the C.C., and tells Gordon "You have no idea what a letter means to me."
Allan Searcy
May 17, 1973
letter from Allan Searcy in the Navy to Gordon Copeland, May 4, 1973
Allan Searcy writes from his ship in the Navy to Gordon Copeland, and asks about their mutual friends ("everyone in town") and asks him to say hello to Ricky. Dated May 4, 1973.
Allan Searcy
May 4, 1973
letter from Allan Searcy in the Navy to Gordon Copeland, June 7, 1973
In this letter, Allan writes "it sounds like my *hotline* was right about what was happening downtown," asks about Flo, complains that Ricky didn't write him back, and tells Gordon to say hi to Red (Ricky's friend). Dated June 7, 1973
Allan Searcy
June 7, 1973
Letter from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, November 1, 1973
Allan writes to Gordon from Charleston, SC ("not AWOL"). In this letter Allan refers to a prior decision to "get out of the Navy" - "to get out on you know what," but says that he has now changed his mind: "I figured it wasn't worth it... So I told my executive officer I was lying. So he tore up all the papers on me. So I guess I'll be in for 2 1/2 more years (egad! that sounds long)." Dated November 1, 1973.
Allan Searcy
November 1, 1973
Letter from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, April 11, 1974
In this letter, Allan apologizes for not spending more time with Gordon when he was home ("my mother was sick, what could I do!?") and asks him to say hello to Chuck (Charles Shively?) and again complains about Ricky's lack of correspondence. Dated April 11, 1974.
Allan Searcy
April 11, 1974
Card from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland. April 17, 1974.
Greeting card from Allan to Gordon with a conch shell on the front. Allan asks how Gordon's Easter was and says his was "boring. Like every day." Dated April 17, 1974.
Allan Searcy
April 17, 1974.
Birthday card from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, June 20, 1974
Birthday card from Allan to Gordon, apologizing for it being a couple days late, dated June 20, 1974.
Allan Searcy
June 20, 1974
Letter from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland in which Allan shares that he is now going steady with someone, dated August 4, 1974
In this letter, Allan writes "I think there is something you should know. I am now going with somebody, and have been for a couple of months now. I think it is only fair that you should know this. I still think of you as a great friend (I always have.) I hope that we can still be friends though. After all, nothing is better than a good friendship. I hope you understand, I really do." He also asks about Gordon's health, who seems to have been ill for some time.
to Gordon Copeland in which Allan shares that he is now going steady with someone, dated August 4, 1974
Allan Searcy
August 4, 1974
Postcard from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, October 18, 1974
Allan writes to Gordon from Spain - he didn't like Morocco, but he loves Spain, and he toured a champagne distillery. Dated October 18, 1974.
Allan Searcy
October 18, 1974
Valentine's Day card from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, not dated
Valentine's Day card from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, not dated. "To Gordon, my sweetest Valentine :) "
Allan Searcy
not dated (likely between 1973-1974 based on dates of other correspondence in archive)
post-breakup Valentine's Day card from Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, not dated
In this Valentine's Day card, Allan writes "Gordon, I hope we're still good friends. Let the past be the past, life isn't long enough. Only think of the future. Love, Allan." The greeting card's pre-printed message reads "Valentine, you are... the nicest thing that's ever happened to me."
Allan Searcy
not dated, but likely February of 1975 based on other letters in the archive
Letter, Allan Searcy to Gordon Copeland, June 28 1973
<p>In this letter, Allan gives his condolences about the death of a mutual friend or family member named Michael, and passes on a message to Judy and (another) Gordon ("I really feel bad and ... I wish them the best of luck"). He asks "How is everyone downtown? <span style="text-decoration:underline;">Busy?</span>" and adds "Soon as I come home I'll stop in and see you. I really miss not seeing you [sic]." Dated June 28 1973.</p>
Allan Searcy
June 28 1973
Book design for <em>The Prince and the Pretender</em> by Vince Lardo
Alyson Publications
Vince Lardo
Alyson Publications
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GCN.ORG.00063
Gay Business Association meeting
Gay Business Association
Linda Carford
Robin McCormick
Jack Rubin
Jack Rubin speaks into a microphone at during a meeting of the Gay Business Association with other members looking on.
Angela N. Russo
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
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GCN.ORG.00265
The audience at a Gay Business Association meeting
Gay Business Association
Diane Bellavance
Gregg Howe
Larry Kessler
Joe Martin
Nancy Reagan
Jack Rubin
The nametag-wearing audience at a Gay Business Association event in a bar with a white elephant on the wall.
Angela N. Russo
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
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GCN.ORG.00267
Barney Frank, Frank Tanyin, and Linda Carford at a Gay Business Association meeting
Gay Business Association
Linda Carford
Barney Frank
Frank Tanyin
Angela N. Russo
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
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GCN.ORG.00268
Susan Rosen Speaking
Homophile Community Health Service
Rosen, Susan
Russo, Angela
LGBTQ+ activism
LGBTQ+ Healthcare
Homophile Community Health Service Executive Director Susan Rosen speaking in front of a podium.
Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1979
Copyright Angela Russo.
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GCN.PPL-00.539
Wendy Hunt and Jacqui Mack, "Big Splash"
Hunt, Wendy
Mac, Jacqui
Russo, Angela
Wendy Hunt and Jackie Mack stand behind a DJ booth for an event called "Big Splash."
Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1976
Copyright Angela Russo.
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5 x 7 inches
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GCN.PPL-00.402
Jacqui Mac with Vinyl
Mac, Jacqui
Russo, Angela
LGBTQ Musicians
Gay Community News
Jacqui Mac holds a vinyl record next to an unidentified person who is crossed out with marker.
Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1976
Copyright Angela Russo.
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GCN.PPL-00.405
Jacqui Mac with Unidentified Person
Mac, Jacqui
Russo, Angela
LGBTQ Musicians
Gay Community News
Jacqui Mac posing with an unidentified person in front of vinyl records.
Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1976
Copyright Angela Russo.
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5 x 7 inches
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GCN.PPL-00.406
Ann Maguire
Maguire, Ann
Russo, Angela
LGBTQ+ activism
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<div class="element-text">Portrait of Ann Maguire edited for publication, Maguire is wearing a Beantown's Women's Rugby shirt. In the 1970s, Maguire hosted the WBUR radio show <em>Gay Way</em>, managed the Lesbian bar Somewhere, and served as the manager of Elaine Noble's <span>successful</span> 1974 election campaign. Maguire was a lifelong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and health access and served as the Boston Mayor’s Liaison to the LGBT Community from 1984 to 1987. Maguire passed away in 2023.</div>
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Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1976
Copyright Angela Russo.
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GCN.PPL-00.422
Roger Austen with John Mitzel
Mitzel, John
Austen, Roger
Russo, Angela
LGBTQ+ Authors
LGBTQ+ Activism
Literary historian Roger Austen with writer and activist John Mitzel.
Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1982
Copyright Angela Russo.
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GCN.PPL-00.454
John Mitzel Sexual Outlaw
Mitzel, John
Russo, Angela
Rechy, John
LGBTQ+ Authors
LGBTQ+ Activism
John Mitzel posing with The Sexual Outlaw by John Rechy sometime after the crackdown on cruising at the Boston Public Library.
Angela Russo
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
1979
Copyright Angela Russo.
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GCN.PPL-00.456
Letter "Dear Skip" about the end of Gordon and Carol's marriage, no date
This letter was filed in Gordon Copeland’s correspondence folder in the Charles Shively archives. Written by hand in cursive, with faded pencil, on yellowed stationary, it is addressed “Dear Skip,” and is not signed or dated. However the stationery is embossed with the line “Out of Carol’s Inkwell” and there is a note on the back that reads “This is part of a letter I wrote you the night before I moved to Miller’s.” Based on other letters in the archive, “Skip” seems to be Gordon Copeland (Charles Shively’s future partner), and Carol is Skip’s wife. The writer explains what sounds like a decision to leave a neglectful husband:
"Dear Skip,
This is a letter about you and me – strange that this should be the first letter I have ever written you.
It’s twelve o’clock midnight now and I have just finished washing my hair – I hear the screen door opening downstairs. If only it would be you but I know it won’t. This has become a set pattern that started a long time again – last Xmas.
We have been married a little over a year now but have never really known each other. We have never told each other what we really want out of life or what is deep down inside us. I so wish that our marriage could have been like your parents’ – no secrets, no doubts, sharing everything with each other, fears, dreams, hopes, and happiness.
I have always been jealous of your friends because they have always come first – first with your time and first with your money. I needed you so much while I was pregnant but you were always too preoccupied with your friends and I was hurt so because you could afford to buy liquor, entertain your friends, and gamble but could never afford to buy me a maternity dress. You often wondered why I loved [Pepper?] so – when I felt bad, hurt, or was just plain lonely, she was always there – she was the only comfort I ever had.
The first few months we were married I thought you were the most thoughtful man I had ever met and I was truly surprised how well we got along with each other. But now you seem so cold and aloof.”
The letter cuts off here, but on the back there is a note that reads “This is part of a letter I wrote you the night before I moved to Miller’s.”
Based on other letters in the archive, this letter seems to be written by Carol, at the time the wife of Gordon Copeland (Charles Shively’s future partner).
unknown to the archivist
Abe Rybeck smiling with his arm around a man wearing a hat that reads "Life a Virgin"
Rybeck, Abe
United Fruit Company
Theater Offensive
Abe Rybeck smiling with his arm around a man wearing a sweater dress and hat that reads "Like a Virgin."
Belmonte, L.
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1987
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GCN.ORG.00481
Eddie Bernier in a towel on a pier or dock in Provincetown, Mass., circa 1950s
Bernier, Edward F.; Provincetown (Mass.)
Edward (Eddie) Bernier, wearing a towel on his head and another wrapped around his body, sits on a table on a pier or dock in Provincetown, Massachusetts.
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
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Eddie Bernier and George Chapin Scott on the beach in Provincetown, circa 1950s
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin; Provincetown (Mass.)
Edward (Eddie) Bernier (at left) and George Chapin Scott posing on the beach in bathing suits in Provincetown, Massachusetts. George has his arm around Eddie and Eddie is holding a towel and smiling.
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
circa 1950s
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THP-060-007
Eddie Bernier on a beach in Provincetown, Mass., wrapped in a towel, circa 1950s
Bernier; Edward F.; Provincetown (Mass.)
Edward (Eddie) Bernier standing on the beach in Provincetown, Massachusetts, wearing what appears to be an outfit made out of towels.
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
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circa 1950s
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Eddie Bernier and acquaintances in costumes in a Provincetown bar or restaurant, circa 1950s
Bernier, Edward F.; Provincetown (Mass.)
Edward (Eddie) Bernier, center with white gloves, sitting at a table covered with beer bottles at a bar or restaurant in Provincetown, Massachusetts. At the table are three acquaintances, all posing for the camera. The four of them are dressed up, one in a mask, and the bar or restaurant is decorated with balloons and cut outs of skulls.
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
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circa 1950s
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THP-060-003
Ace of Spades Club postcard addressed to Eddie Bernier, 1958
Bernier, Edward F.; Provincetown (Mass.); Ace of Spades (Provincetown, Mass.)
A postcard addressed to Mr. Ed. Bernis (Edward Bernier) at his Cambridge, Massachusetts, address (175 Elm Street). The front of the postcard shows the interior of the Ace of Spades Club in Provincetown, Massachusetts, while the message on the card reads "Friday - May 2 / Having a wonderful time - / Ace of Spaces Club. / open 7 p.m."
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
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1958-04-29
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Eddie Bernier stands in the ruins of a pier on a beach in Provincetown, circa 1950s
Bernier, Edward F.; Provincetown (Mass.)
Edward (Eddie) Bernier stands behind what appears to be the ruins of a pier on a beach in Provincetown, Massachusetts. The photograph is blurry, but Eddie appears to be wearing a towel and is holding something in his hand.
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
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circa 1950s
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Eddie Bernier on a pier in Provincetown, Mass., circa 1950s
Bernier, Edward F.; Provincetown (Mass.)
Edward (Eddie) Bernier poses and looks out to sea on a railing of a wharf or pier in Provincetown, Massachusetts.
Bernier, Edward F.; Scott, George Chapin
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circa 1950s
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THP-060-002
Three Batucada Bells triangle players in a Pride march, 1986
Batucada Bells
The Batucada Belles, founded in 1982, are an all-women percussion troupe that has performed the Brazilian-inspired batucada samba in the Boston Pride march, the Walk for Hunger, the AIDS Walk, and other social justice rallies in the Greater Boston area. In this photograph, three woman play triangles with other drummers marching behind them through a crowded street.
Bernstein, Susan
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1986
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Henry J. Ferris, Jr. presents AIDS Action Committee Director, Larry Kessler, with a pledge check
AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts
Ferris, Henry J.
Kessler, Larry
Cablevision of Boston General Manager, Henry J. Ferris, Jr., presents checks totaling $1,665 to AIDS Action Committee Director, Larry Kessler (on left). The proceeds came from Bravo’s “Unfinished Stories” telethon and from the “Clash of the Legends” one-to-one basketball event featuring Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Dr. J.
Cablevision was a media sponsor of the 1992 AIDS Action Committee’s “From All Walks of Life” pledge walk on May 31 in Boston.
Bethany Versoy
The History Project, Inc.
1992-05-31
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GCN.ORG.00035
Tom Barstow address the Gay and Lesbian Caucus
Massachusetts Gay and Lesbian Political Caucus
Tom Barstow
Tom Barstow, Co-Director of Gay Vote '80, addressing a large audience from a podium under a banner: "Lesbian and Gay Caucus".
Bettye Lane
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1980-08-10
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GCN.ORG.00370
"We Take Care of Each Other!" Photo from Black & Pink Boston, 13 May 2020
<em><span>Who made this?</span><br /><br /></em>Em Gamber, Black & Pink Boston<br /><br /><em>Where was it made or acquired?<br /><br /></em><span>Photo at Jamaica Plain branch of the USPS<br /><br /></span><em>Story<br /><br /></em><span>Black & Pink is an abolitionist organization that seeks to build community and liberation of LGBTQ and HIV+ people impacted by the Prison Industrial Complex. We know that our family held within prisons is particularly at risk during the COVID-19 pandemic, so we raised over $30,000 to send to our members in prisons across New England. These letters are from those members telling us what they spent that money on (lots of soap!), thanking us for the donation during this crisis, and looking for connections outside prison walls. LGBTQ people know we cannot rely upon the government to help us in times of crisis, we are each others' help and we survive through mutual aid. </span>
Black & Pink
13 May 2020
Em Gamber, Black & Pink, Jamiaca Plain, MA, <a href="https://twitter.com/BlackAndPinkBos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@BlackAndPinkBos</a> (Twitter)
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Nancy Gertner, Elaine Noble, and Ann Maguire at Noble's campgain
Maguire, Ann
Unsworth, Bonnie
LGBTQ+ activism
Noble, Elaine
Elaine Noble, center, and Ann Maguire, her campaign manager, right, on the night of Noble’s successful election to the Massachusetts House in 1974. Noble was the first out LGBTQ+ eperson elected to any US state legislature. Nancy Gertner, left, would become a district judge and Harvard Law professor.
Bonnie Unsworth
Gay Community News (publication and photographs), 1973-1999
The History Project
ca. 1974
Copyright Bonnie Unsworth.
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GCN.PPL-00.419
Portrait of two uniformed Boston police officers
Boston Police
Two police officers stare blankly at the camera, wearing full uniform.
Boston Police Department
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1983-02-01
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GCN.ORG.00165
Interview with Richard Giglio the associate coordinator for the "From All Walks Of Life" walk to benefit AIDS services in Boston, 1989 May 21
Giglio, Richard; AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 21, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Richard Giglio about the "From All Walks Of Life" walk to benefit AIDS services. Giglio describes the charity walk for AIDS, detailing the specifics of the event. The walk is on June 4, 1989, 20,000 people are expected to participate, and the event is projected to raise 1.5 million dollars for 33 different LGBTQ organizations in Boston that support people impacted by AIDS. The program is interrupted by a commercial for the Gay Party Line phone service and again for a song by Joe Bracko called "A Friend in My Pocket."
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-05-21
Stickel, Peter
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Interview with Ellen Brenner and Woody Glenn from the Boston Women's Bisexual Network, 1989 May 28
Brenner, Ellen; Glenn, Woody; Boston Women's Bisexual Network; Bisexuality; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexuals; Transgender people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on May 28, 1989, host Peter Stickel interviews Ellen Brenner and Woody Glenn about the Boston Women's Bisexual Network. Brenner and Glenn describe bisexuality is an erotic and emotional connection to both women and men and they discuss prejudices and myths about bisexuality. Additionally, the interviewees discuss a conference held in May at Harvard called "Culture, Community, and Coalition Building" that included many workshops on spirituality, poetry, writing, and politics, as well as general sex education. Brenner and Glenn describe how to get in touch with both the men's and women's organizations and the events and resources they offer.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1989-05-28
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-068_19890528
Inaugural broadcast of Boston's Other Voice, featuring guests from Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), 1981 February 8
Parents & Friends of Lesbians and Gays; Parents of queer people; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording that aired on February 8, 1981 (the first episode of Boston's Other Voice), host Dennis Iadarolla offers a segment on PFLAG, Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1981-02-08
Iadarolla, Dennis
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THP-046-BOV-001_19810208
Interview with Dr. Marshall Forstein about sexual dysfunction in gay men, 1985 April 7
Forstein, Marshall; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording from Boston's Other Voice, which aired on April 7, 1985, host Dennis Iadarolla interviews Dr. Marshall Forstein about sexual dysfunction in gay men. This is part 2 of interview, and part 1 is missing.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1985-04-07
Iadarolla, Dennis
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THP-046-BOV-002_19850407
Interview with musician Debbie Fier, 1985 November 10
Fier, Debbie; Women musicians; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on November 10, 1985, host Dennis Iadarolla interviews musician Debbie Fier. This is part 1 of the interview, and part 2 is missing.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1985-11-10
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THP-046-BOV-003_19851110
Interview with Jackie Fosha, director of Creative Choice, 1986 March 9
Fosha, Jackie; Creative Choice; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 9, 1986, host Peter Stickel interviews Jackie Fosha, director of Creative Choice.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1986-03-09
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-004_19860309
Interview with acupuncturist Michael Zucker (part 1 of 2), 1986 March 23
Zucker, Michael; Acupuncture; Radio programs; Boston (Mass.); LGBTQ people; Lesbians; Gay men; Bisexual people; Transgender people; Queer people
In this recording of Boston's Other Voice, which aired on March 23, 1986, host Peter Stickel interviews acupuncturist Michael Zucker. This is part 1 of a two-part interview.
Boston's Other Voice
The History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston
1986-03-23
Stickel, Peter
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THP-046-BOV-005_19860323