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Bert Wylen interviews Daryl Yates Rist and his partner Bob Cataldo on April 3, 1993 for the Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Archives. Rist discusses his life, activism, and work founding the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD).
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Bert Wylen interviews Jeremiah Newton about gay life in New York City prior to the Stonewall Rebellion. Newton discusses his experiences as a teenage patron of the Stonewall Inn, his presence on the bar’s opening night, and his participation in the riots, describing the crowd dynamics, police presence, and escalating violence over the three nights of protest. Newton addresses the lore surrounding the rebellion, including the roles of Sylvia Rivera and other trans women of color, the exclusionary practices of the Stonewall itself, and the Mattachine Society’s response. Newton reflects on his later involvement in the Gay Liberation Front (GLF); Bert Wylen interviews Bob Kohler about his early activism and involvement in the Stonewall Rebellion. Kohler discusses his work with the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), his relationships with the street youth of Sheridan Square, and his memories of the riots, including the escalating violence across multiple nights. Kohler reflects on his organizing within the GLF, particularly his role in founding the Aquarius Cell, which hosted fundraising dances to support the group’s work. Kohler discusses tensions between older homophile organizations and the post-Stonewall generation, the formation of the Gay Activists Alliance (GAA), and the movement’s later turn toward assimilationist goals. Material used in broadcasts of WXPN’s Gaydreams and Pacifica National News.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on March 6, 1994. Wylen presents national news updates including Human Rights Campaign Fund (HRCF) data indicating a majority of the members of the House of Representatives do not discriminate on the basis of sexuality during the hiring process, a Florida State Supreme Court ruling rejecting a constitutional amendment which would hinder the ratification of any special protections on the basis of sexuality proposed within the state, the touring of a Reno gay bar by the Governor of Nevada and Mayor of Las Vegas in an effort to voice opposition to similar local anti-gay ordinances, the expression of that same opposition by President Clinton in a letter to the Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund, the approval of a gay rights bill by the Washington State House of Represrentatives, the failure of an experimental AIDS medication, ongoing deliberation in an AIDS based discrimination suit against a law firm in San Diego, and the launching of a campaign led by Amnesty International intended to address anti-gay violence and human-rights violations against gays and lesbians. “All the Young Dudes” by David Bowie plays. Wylen interviews Matt Marco and Steve Mathis in Washington, DC about the launch of their publication, Young Outspoken Ubiquitous Thinking Homos (YOUTH) Magazine. Wylen, Marco, and Mathis discuss their experiences coming out, Marco and Mathis’ reasons for beginning the magazine, and their plans for its future. Rod and Bob Jackson-Paris present an endorsement of Gaydreams. “Johnny Come Home” by Fine Young Cannibals plays. Wylen presents local news and announcements. “Big Mistake” by David Wilcox plays. Holly Kernan of This Way Out reports from the Latin American Film Festival in Havana, Cuba on the debut of the film Strawberry and Chocolate. “Freedom to Love” by Faith Nolan plays. Christopher David Trenton of This Way Out reports on avant-garde film director, Derek Jarman, on the occasion of his death from AIDS related complications. “The Boxer” by Simon and Garfunkel plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on March 13, 1994. “Cabaret” performed live at Carnegie Hall by Liza Manelli plays. Wylen interviews the columnist and cabaret agent, David P. Smith. Smith and Wylen discuss American popular standards and the historical roots of cabaret. “Listen To My Heart” and “Disneyland” as performed by Bill McKinley plays. Smith reflects on his entry into the cabaret world and continued involvement with the communities in New York and Philadelphia. Smith introduces the work of Laurie Beechman. “Time Between the Time” and “Home” as performed by Laurie Beechman plays. Smith introduces the work of Billy Stritch. Wylen and Smith discuss the Philadelphia cabaret circuit. Excerpt of “Teach Me Tonight” as performed by Billy Stritch plays. David. P Smith introduces the work of Nancy LaMott. “Accentuate the Positive” and “My Foolish Heart” as performed by Nancy LaMott and “New York, New York” as performed at Carnegie Hall by Liza Manelli plays. Bert Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on March 20, 1994. Wylen presents national news updates including ongoing tensions over the decision of Attorney General, Janet Reno, to dispatch federal mediators in order to diffuse local tensions regarding the lesbian-owned and feminist camp, Sister Spirit, in Ovette, MS, the filing of another federal challenge to Clinton’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy by Lambda Legal and the ACLU, the decision by Irish groups in Boston to forego official approval for the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in order to avoid legal requirements to admit gay groups, the ruling by New York courts that such discrimination is permitted, the successful efforts of parents in Washington Township, NJ to ban two books on sexual orientation from a middle school library, ongoing deliberations in a New Jersey lawsuit against the Boy Scouts of America for sexuality based discrimination in hiring, the debut of POZ Magazine, featuring an interview with Ty Ross, the grandson of former U.S. Senator,Barry Goldwater, and Mark Wahlberg’s attendance of gay night at a local club following accusations of homophobic violence. Wylen presents "Give Me Those Moments: Parents Remember Their Gay Sons Who Died of AIDS.” An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. Wylen discusses the history and current statistics regarding AIDS, examining the fatal impact of the illness alongside the accompanying government neglect and social ostracization. An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. Ruth and Sanford Levy reflect on their son Ken, describing their initial ignorance of his sexuality while expressing pride in his financial success in New York City. Ken and Sandy Frank discuss their son Mark, who lived at home for nearly his entire life, reflecting on early suspicions about Mark's sexuality and recounting how he initially rebuffed their inquiries before being compelled to disclose his identity following his HIV-positive diagnosis. Ruth Glan reflects on her relationship with her son Russ, who came out during his teenage years, and describes the gay community events they attended together. Ajavia Muir discusses her experience as a lesbian mother to a gay son Hunter, exploring their shared commitment to gay activism. An excerpt of "How Many" by Margie Adam plays. The parents reflect on their initial reactions to and later engagement with their children's declining health due to AIDS. An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. The parents discuss the moments when they realized their children would die from AIDS-related complications. An excerpt of "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton plays. The parents discuss their subsequent AIDS activism and efforts to connect with other bereaved parents. An excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. The parents share memories of their late children. An excerpt of "How Many?" by Margie Adam plays. Wylen marks the end of the program as an excerpt of "Women's Work" by Kate Bush plays. Wylen presents local news and announcements. “More Today Than Yesterday” by Spiral Staircase and “Peace on Earth” by Rachelle Ferrell plays. Jay Dunlap of This Way Out reports from the seventh annual Black Gay and Lesbian Leadership Conference in Secaucus, NJ. “ Hard Way” by Taj Mahal and “Uncle John” by Susan Warner play. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on April 17, 1994. Wylen presents current news updates including a New York District Courts challenge to “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” a lawsuit filed by a coalition of religious and civil rights groups to block anti-gay initiatives in Washington state, a heated debate regarding anti-gay measures which culminated in the outing of Congressman, Steve Gunderson, a California Appeals Court ruling permitting the continuation of the Boy Scouts of America’s discriminatory hiring policies, and a guilty verdict reached in the serial murder charges made against Sergeant Kenneth J. French. “Deliver Me” by The Hooters plays. Wylen interviews Donna Redwing, National Coordinator for the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), in New York City. Redwing discusses her activism opposing Oregon's Measure 9, an anti-gay ballot initiative proposed by the Oregon Citizens Alliance, reflecting on the campaign’s aggressive tactics and its impact on Oregon's gay community. Redwing shares her background in anti-war and civil rights activism, discussing how these experiences shaped her later work in gay rights organizing. Redwing addresses the growing influence of far-right movements across the U.S. and the proliferation of anti-gay measures nationwide. Redwing emphasizes the importance of focusing gay activism beyond urban centers, particularly in rural communities. Redwing reflects on the broad inaccessibility of early gay rights organizations which preceded Stonewall and Stonewall’s significance as a turning point within gay rights organizing. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “Thunder” by Susan Herrick plays. Lucia Chapelle of This Way Out reports on the first gay New Zealand Parliament member, Chris Carter, who came out upon his maiden speech on March 16. An unidentified song and “It Ain’t Always What You Do” by Etta James play. Greg Gordon of This Way Out reports on “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” by The Flirtations plays. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on April 10, 1994. Wylen presents local news updates including the success of a fundraising event hosted in San Francisco for the lesbian-feminist Camp Sister Spirit in Ovett Mississippi, controversy regarding the implementation of gay and lesbian inclusive housing policies at Oregon State University, the disruption of an Easter Sunday service by AIDS protestor, Luke Sissyfag, ongoing delays to a Hawaii measure seeking to prevent the State’s recognition of same-sex marriage, and the death of filmmaker, Marlon Riggs, due to AIDS. “A Whole New World” as performed by Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle plays. Wylen interviews Rod Jackson and Bob Paris about their book, Straight From the Heart: A Love Story. “Love” by Mercy plays. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “I Think We’re Alone Now” by Tommy James and the Shondells plays. Wylen interviews “Kevin,” a high school senior from the western suburbs of Philadelphia about his experiences coming out as a teenager. “It Started All Over” by The Flirtations plays. Wylen advertises the services of gay and lesbian youth support group hosted at The Attic while signing off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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MsColl8_DAT_067
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Bert Wylen presents Stonewall: Myth, Magic & Rebellion chronicling the history of the gay rights movement leading up to and following the Stonewall uprising. Wylen discusses Magnus Hirschfeld’s founding of the Scientific-Humanitarian Committee and its destruction by the Nazis, as well as the impact of World War II on the gay and lesbian community. Allan Bérubé discusses his studies and provides insights into military life for homosexuals during World War II. Harry Hay discusses the founding of the Mattachine Society. Hay reflects on its early legal victories, including the Dale Jennings case. Barbara Gittings and Randy Wicker discuss their roles in the Daughters of Bilitis and Mattachine, as well as the growing tensions and ideological conflicts within early gay rights organizations. Frank Kameny speaks about his legal battle against the federal government and the formation of the Mattachine Society of Washington. Bob Koehler, Mark Segal, William Henderson, Robert Bryan, and Jeremiah Newton discuss their first hand experiences of the Stonewall rebellion and its aftermath, including the formation of the Gay Liberation Front (GLF). Cleve Jones discusses the lasting impact of the AIDs crisis and the inspiration behind the Names Project AIDs Memorial Quilt. Bert Wylen signs off, identifying his production efforts, offering credit for technical production and engineering to Dave Buel, editing to Julie Drizin, and research to Tony Agostaneli, and providing information on featured aritsts and sponsors. Featured songs throughout the program include: "Why" by Andrea Katz, "Before Stonewall" and "Bricks and Bottles" by the cast of the Ten Percent Revue, "Hearts of Stone" by the Fontaine Sister, "Houndog" by Elvis Presley, "Can't Buy My Love" by The Beatles, "Oh, Pretty Woman" by Roy Oribson, "Dancing in the Street" by Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, "Aquarius" by the cast of Hair, "Isrealites" by Desmond Dekker, "The Man That Got Away" by Judy Garland, "(Something Inside) So Strong" by Labi Siffre, and others; Excerpt from Bert Wylen interview with Frank Bertollino discussing the legend of the parking meter turned battering ram circulating from the fist night of the Stonewall riots.
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MsColl8_DAT_068
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on January 22, 1995. Wylen presents national and international news updates. “Children Behave” by Tommy James & The Shondells plays. Bert Wylen interviews a young gay couple, Brian and Rusty, on December 21, 1994 about their decision to abstain from sex as they begin their new relationship. “More Today Than Yesterday” by Spiral Staircase and “You Can Get It If You Really Want” by Jimmy Cliff play. Wylen presents local news updates and event announcements. “What’s Going On” by Marvin Gaye plays. Hugh Young presents the first episode in “The Fall of Oscar Wilde,” a series about the life of Oscar Wilde. “A Change Is Coming” by Sam Cooke and “Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on January 22, 1995. Wylen presents national news updates including Congressman Jesse Helms’ introduction of two bills which would limit the rights of gays and lesbians in the workplace, a Boston judge’s ruling that a veterans group can block gays and lesbians from participating in their Veteran’s Day parade, the formation of Protest GOP ‘96, a San Diego group intended to organize protests in opposition to the 1996 Republican National Convention, the defeat of a measure removing gay rights protections in West Palm Beach, Florida, the governor of Maine’s announcement of his intentions to campaign against referendums aimed at preventing gay rights laws in the state, and the Vatican’s dismissisal of a French Bishop due to his views on homosexuality. “Truth and the Lie” by Susan Herrick plays. Wylen interviews psychotherapist Joanne Loulan about her 1995 comedy tour focused on her experience surviving breast cancer. “Pink Dress On” by Casselberry-Dupreè plays. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “Small Town Change” by Michael Callen plays. Susan Gage of This Way Out reports on The Canopy Connection, a group of clergy and lay people based in Tallahassee, Florida who meet with churches and synagogues to promote compassion and understanding of the effects of the AIDS epidemic. “Volunteers” by Jefferson Airplane and “California Dreaming” by The Mommas and the Papas play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.
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MsColl8_DAT_070
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on January 29, 1995. Wylen discusses looming threats of cuts to public broadcast funding and addresses complaints WXPN has received from listeners regarding Gaydreams and its pro-gay bias. Wylen presents national news updates including the Republican House Majority Leader’s use of a homophobic slur in reference to gay representative, Barney Frank, the cancellation of the Eighth Annual Black Gay Conference, a DC appeals court ruling rejecting any constitutional basis guaranteeing the right for or legality of gay marriage, the opening of civil rights violation investigations into a police raid on a San Francisco AIDS benefit, the approval of widespread testing of an AIDS vaccine, the release of studies on the developmental psychology of gay and lesbian children, ongoing battles in Tennesee regarding the legality of the state’s sodomy laws, and updates in the case of Robert Douglas. “Big Gay Heart” by the Lemonheads plays. Wylen interviews Anna Forbes and Matt Rubin about their understanding of themselves as “straight queers.” A comedy skit plays. “Out Here on My Own” and “I Just Have to Breathe” by Pete Townsend play. Wylen presents local news updates and announcements. “The Last Pioneers” by Casselberry-Dupreé and “Little World Spinning Blue” by Cris Williamson and Tret Fure play. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on February 5, 1995. Nick Quinones presents national news updates including ongoing legal battles regarding Colorado's Amendment 2, Newt Gengrich’s announcement of the House’s plan to consider AIDS prevention legislation presented by the Traditional Values Coalition, the success of legislation banning the participation of gays and lesbians or unmarried couples in Nebraska’s foster home programs, Seattle lawmaker’s introduction of legislation to bar gay and lesbians from participation in adoption or foster care programs, The University of Notre Dame’s refusal to officially recognize gay groups meeting on campus, continued national fundraising campaigns for lesbian, feminist camp Sister Spirit in Ovette, MS, and impending changes to taxes for AIDS treatment patients. “Show Me” by Seal and “Drag Queen” by John-Fredrick play. Wylen interviews Tinsel Garland and Dana Matthews about their experiences performing and success as drag queens. “Fem In A Black Leather Jacket” by Pansy Division plays. Quinones presents local news updates and announcements. “Back Window” by Joe Barbella and Micah Yarborough plays. David Prosser of This Way Out reports on the legalization of gay marriage in Sweden. “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” by The Beach Boys and “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off to “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren.
