How Queercore Challenged Punk Culture

This episode follows the rise of queercore, from photocopied zines in the mid‑80s to DIY labels, all‑ages clubs, and independent distribution networks that resisted both mainstream homophobia and underground gatekeeping. It looks at key scenes in Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago, spotlighting pioneering bands, fanzine culture, and the grassroots activism that forged a queer punk identity.

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