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Bert Wylen presents the final episode of Gaydreams, broadcast on March 24, 1996. 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. “Sit On My Face” by Monty Python, “The Stones From Helen’s Field” by Chris Williamson and Tret Fury, and “People Got to Be Free” by The Rascals play. Wylen discusses his history with Gaydreams and reads a letter written to him by a listener. “Changes” by David Bowie, “Love Worth Fighting For” by Michael Callen, and “Something Inside (So Strong)” by The Flirtations play. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.