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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 2h

Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 3h

Still sad especially considering we should be farther down the path of acceptance

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 5h

On this date, Matthew Shephard died 27 years ago. He was beaten, tortured, and left for dead on fence for being gay. Please keep him and his wonderful mother Judy in your thoughts. And let's all work for a world where such horrific things do not happen to anyone. ❤️🏳️‍🌈

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 4h

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Dirk Bogarde - The Gentleman Rebel

Dirk Bogarde was Britain’s matinee idol turned quiet revolutionary. From his charming Doctor in the House films to the daring Victim (1961)—the first Britis

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 11h

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 11h

Those are great ones!!

Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 11h

Hey Queers and weirdos! Are you getting ready for my next podcast? Some called him, the British Version of Cary Grant. I call him a forgotten queer! Any guesses?

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🏳️‍🌈LatinAmerican🏳️‍🌈 @tobito.bsky.social · 1d

This is a different kind of coming out. He is gay. She is straight. They are happily married.
I must be missing something here……

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He’s gay. She’s straight. The story of Samantha and Jacob's ‘lavender marriage’ - CNBC TV18

Lavender marriage trend has been making the rounds on social media over the past years. A lavender marriage is a union between two people, typically a man and a woman, where one or both partners are L...

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 1d

Are you Queers & Weirdos ready for my next Forgotten Queers episode dropping tomorrow evening? He might have played a “Victim,” but his life was anything but! Hijinks, drama, quiet heroism — and someone your grandma (or your mom) would’ve adored. Any guesses? 😉🌈🎙️

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 2d

Hey Queers & Weirdos! What’s up? Have you listened yet? Have you shared on your socials?
Left a review on your favorite platform? Told a friend?
All of these little things help my podcast Forgotten Queers grow and reach more ears that need to hear these stories.
#ForgottenQueers #Podcast

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GaryThoren @garythoren.bsky.social · 2d

Good morning, queers & weirdos! ☕️🎙️ Help me pick the next #ForgottenQueers!
1️⃣ Tom Hulce
2️⃣ Tennessee Williams
3️⃣ Roddy McDowall
4️⃣ Lesley Gore
5️⃣ Your Choice — comment below! 💋
#Podcast #LGBTQ #QueerHistory #ForgottenQueers
Or Email ideas at [email protected]

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 3d

Hey Queers & Weirdos! 💛 Thank you for being a friend — now check out my newest #ForgottenQueers 🎙️ We’re talking Coco, the lost Golden Girl. 🌴 What happened? Where did he go? It keeps me up at night wondering… 🕵️‍♂️🍰 Love you & don’t forget your fiber! 💋
[email protected]

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 3d

Hey Queers & Weirdos! 💛 Thank you for being a friend — now check out my newest #ForgottenQueers 🎙️ We’re talking Coco, the lost Golden Girl. 🌴 What happened? Where did he go? It keeps me up at night wondering… 🕵️‍♂️🍰 Love you & don’t forget your fiber! 💋
[email protected]

three older women are standing next to each other and saying `` thank you for being a friend ! ''

ALT: three older women are standing next to each other and saying `` thank you for being a friend ! ''

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 3d

Hey Queers & Weirdos! 🌈 Heard the newest Forgotten Queers yet? If yes—drop a review! 💬 If not—listen now for wild stories & hidden queer history. 🎙️ Ideas? Email [email protected]. Please rate & review on your fave platform—it really helps! 💖 #ForgottenQueers #Podcast #LGBTQHistory

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Post Me Your Spotify Links! 🎸 @listigeplaylists.bsky.social · 3d

Track 20 is calling your name! 🎶

ADAM at's "My Escape Plan" brings jazz fusion and math rock together for a sonic adventure that's as intricate as it is exhilarating. 🌀✨

Got tracks that fit the vibe? Mention @listigeplaylists.bsky.social with Spotify links to share!

Press photo for the artist (or band) 'ADAM at'. Currently featured in the playlist 'AzureSky Harmonies 🦋' with their track: 'My Escape Plan'

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 4d

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Kenny Rogers - Ruby (don't take your love to town) + LYRICS

YouTube video by Federica

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Monica @softtail65.bsky.social · 4d

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 4d

Love you all but just saying 😂😂😂

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🕊️KatarinaKriz🕊️On the turning away~Pink Floyd @katarinakriz.bsky.social · 4d

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Scary Sion Sweet 🖤🐉 @sionsweetagain.bsky.social · 4d

I survived cancer and started a business 100% with the help of social media friends who've become family

Conrad Hackett @conradhackett.bsky.social · 5d

Has anything great happened in your life because of social media?

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Governor Tim Walz @governorwalz.mn.gov · 4d

Can’t believe I have to say this, but in Minnesota you will continue to have the freedom to get your COVID and flu shots.

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Forgotten Queers @forgottenqueers.bsky.social · 4d

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Scary Sion Sweet 🖤🐉 @sionsweetagain.bsky.social · 4d

I got my lights replaced and online! I did that! Me! Yeah!

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🏳️‍🌈LatinAmerican🏳️‍🌈 @tobito.bsky.social · 4d

The felon in chief should be in jail!

Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 4d

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Dr. Jack Brown @drjackbrown.bsky.social · 4d

Most of Dem Senators did not attack Bondi yesterday as they should have. Among other things they should have said, "You're lying again, Ms. Bondi" and "That's a bald-faced lie, Ms. Bondi."

The rapid rise of authoritarianism is no place for etiquette.

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