In this episode, author Chloe O. Davis discusses The Queens’ English: The LGBTQIA+ Dictionary of Lingo and Colloquial Phrases – Young Readers Edition. This playful, illustrated guide explores the rich history and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community to the English language, tracing terms from Sappho to the underground ball scene, the Stonewall Riots, and RuPaul’s Drag Race. Davis shares insights into how words like “boi,” “drag,” and “demisexual” entered popular culture and celebrates the diverse voices that have shaped queer history and identity.
In this episode, author Chloe O. Davis discusses The Queens’ English: The LGBTQIA+ Dictionary of Lingo and Colloquial Phrases – Young Readers Edition... Read More
1 h 11 mins
Dec 9
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