In this conversation, Dean and I discuss experiences and the challenges of being LGBTQ+ in a religious community. We explore topics such as allyship, coming out, and the intersection of religion and sexuality. Dean shares his personal journey of coming out to his parents and the mixed reactions he received. We also touch on the lack of comprehensive sex education in our upbringing and the impact it had on our understanding of our own sexuality.
Links to things we discussed:
01:11 Exploring Questions of Allyship and Coming Out
14:15 Challenging Cultural Norms in Utah
22:49 Discovering Sexuality and the Lack of Sex Education
25:50 The Impact of Inadequate Sex Education
29:42 Stigma and Anxiety Surrounding HIV
33:41 Double Standards in Relationships
42:37 The Milestone of Legalizing Gay Marriage
47:11 Concerns about Regression in LGBTQ+ Rights
49:56 The Challenges Faced by Queer Students at BYU
50:43 The Impact of BYU's Policies on LGBTQ+ Individuals
55:22 The Privilege of Not Having to Think About LGBTQ+ Issues
01:02:05 Understanding PrEP and Its Relevance to the LGBTQ+ Community
