This week, Jeff shares the story of Harvey Milk. Milk is a Queer icon. Milk was an American politician and the first openly gay man to be elected to public office in California, as a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

Because of his tireless advocacy for all gay people Harvey Milk was assassinated in 1978.

His story is unique and heroic. He is simply... a hero.

Sources used:

https://campus.digication.com/caradevine2/last_words

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_Milk

https://milkfoundation.org/

https://youtu.be/Od05s8cc32A?si=-5bdnMnkFTCviaqV

And for bonus, if you want to see Anita Bryant take a pie to the face here is that video.

https://youtu.be/5tHGmSh7f-0?si=draPKuXPBM_-iSes

This week, Sam shares the story of Florence Nightingale—yes, that Florence Nightingale. The legendary nurse, statistician, and social reformer wasn't just ahead of her time in the medical world… she was also just a little bit gay. Celebrate Pride with us as we shed light on the softer, lesser-known parts of her incredible story. 🏳️‍🌈🩺

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Sam’s sources:

• Homecoming and Legacy – Britannica
• Florence Nightingale: Part I – Making Queer History
• LGBT Scientists Who Changed the World – Discovery
• Lesbians in History – Owlcation
• 12 Women They Didn't Tell You Were Queer in History Class – Autostraddle

Happy Pride!!!

Jeff shares the story of Alan Turing. Turing was a pioneering British mathematician and logician. Best known for his contributions to computer science and helping the allies win World War 2 against the Nazis. He was also gay so his story is less known because of this. Enjoy this dive into history for Pride.

Visit us on Linktree for the collection of links, Instagram, or email us at jeffandsamshow@gmail.com.

Jeff’s sources:

• Hodges, Andrew. Alan Turing: The Enigma. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 1983.
• The First Huts – Bletchley Park
• Alan Turing and His Legacy – Dermot Turing
• Alan Turing – Wikipedia
• Alan Turing’s Childhood Story – More Than Our Childhoods
• A Valentine Memoriam: Alan Turing & Christopher Morcom
• Alan Turing Tribute – YouTube
• LGBT+ History Month: Alan Turing and His Enduring Legacy – Education Hub