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Episode 41 - Summer Throwback with Paddy Crosbie, Niamh Orbinski & Mammies for Trans Rights
Season 1, Ep. 41
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In this throwback episode we revisit some of the most profound and powerful conversations we have had in the first year of Queeriosity.
Dementia Champion Paddy Crosbie discusses caring for his late husband and his work with the Dementia Carer’s Campaign Network.
Non-Diet Nutritionist Niamh Orbinski talks about diet culture and body image issues in the LGBTQ+ community.
Housing activist Eileen Leahy from Aisteach shares efforts to create co-operative housing for queer individuals.
Finally, Mammies For Trans Rights explain their activism at LGBTQ+ pride events and protests.
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