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Listen "The Business of Drag: From Cult Classic to Cultural Impact ft. Joshua Grannell"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of "Dollars and Cents", Pam interviews filmmaker and drag performer Joshua Grannell, also known as his alter ego Peaches Christ, in honor of Pride. Grannell describes drag as a form of entertainment, often involving gender-bending, comedy, and extreme exaggeration. He also explains the inspiration behind his drag persona, Peaches Christ.
The conversation explores the evolving business of drag, noting increased opportunities due to reality television shows like "RuPaul's Drag Race," but also a shift from its grassroots, passion-driven origins.
The discussion also highlights the significant cultural and political role of drag, emphasizes its historical presence at the forefront of LGBTQIA+ civil rights movements and its continued function as a visible form of protest and empowerment against discrimination.
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The conversation explores the evolving business of drag, noting increased opportunities due to reality television shows like "RuPaul's Drag Race," but also a shift from its grassroots, passion-driven origins.
The discussion also highlights the significant cultural and political role of drag, emphasizes its historical presence at the forefront of LGBTQIA+ civil rights movements and its continued function as a visible form of protest and empowerment against discrimination.
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