Straightwashing and Placement Theory

About this episode

Anney and Samantha discuss the history of straightwashing and its connection to placement theory.

Straightwashing has a long history and according to some, has gotten worse in recent years. Anney and Samantha navigate the history off straightwashing and chat about a related topic, placement theory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Anney, Samantha

Topics covered

• straightwashing
• placement theory
• LGBTQ+ issues
• society
• culture

Keywords

• straightwashing
• placement theory
• LGBTQ+
• society
• culture

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