Peter Parker is an author and critic, perhaps best known known for his biographies of A E Housman and Christopher Isherwood. 2024 saw the publication of the second volume of Some Men in London, Queer Life 1060-1967. In this episode he discusses the moral panic in England post World War II, the Wolfenden Committee and the partial legalisation of homosexuality.
Exploring Queer History: An Interview with Peter Parker - Love History Podcast Ep. 2 with co-host @louisascott
In Episode 2 of the Love History podcast, Mok O'Keefe and Louisa Scott engage in a captivating discussion about queer history with historian Peter Parker. The episode delves into the contents of Parker's anthology 'Some Men in London,' which chronicles the lives and struggles of queer men from 1945 to 1967. Listen as Parker shares insights into the moral panic post-WWII, the partial decriminalization of homosexuality, and the challenges of documenting LGBTQ+ history. The episode also highlights Mok and Louisa's personal historical endeavors, from historical costumes to castle renovations, blending personal narratives with a broader historical context.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:55 Historical Costumes and Gender Fluidity
01:46 Castle Renovations and Victorian Carpets
03:15 Introducing Guest Historian Peter Parker
04:02 Peter Parker on Queer History in London
06:31 The Wolfenden Report and Partial Decriminalization
09:48 The Importance of Authentic Terminology
13:39 Fun and Resilience in Queer History
20:37 Challenges in Documenting Queer History
31:04 Quickfire Quiz with Peter Parker
35:53 Reflections and Closing Remarks
You can find out more about Peter at www.peterparkerwriter.com and follow him on Instagram @prnparker
If you want to follow Mok you can find him @mokokeeffe and Louisa can be found @louisascottsewing
If you have a question, please do get in touch on lovehistorypodcast@gmail.com
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