Finding Her Voice: A Lesbian Poet’s Journey

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with poet Amy about her experiences growing up queer and her journey to embrace her identity.

We talk with Manchester-based poet Amy about growing up without queer role models, first love with a best friend, and learning to claim “lesbian” with joy. The chat ends with her live poem about a double coming out in Wetherspoons. • childhood in Grimsby with little queer visibility • legacy of Section 28 shaping silent classrooms • first crushes, confusion, and a secret relationship • telling mum and dad in small, human moments • TV and history as lifelines for representation • reclaiming l...

People in this episode

Guest: Amy

Topics covered

• lesbian identity
• poetry
• coming out
• queer representation
• first love
• childhood experiences

Keywords

• lesbian
• poet
• coming out
• queer role models
• first love
• representation
• Section 28
• Wetherspoons

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Section 28

Places: Manchester, Grimsby, Wetherspoons