Boycotts, threats and the limits of corporate ‘Pride’
Episode Date: June 21, 2023In recent years, Pride Month has seen a flood of corporations using rainbow logos and products to show LGBTQ support. Whether the brands are being hel...
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1700 episodes transcribedIn recent years, Pride Month has seen a flood of corporations using rainbow logos and products to show LGBTQ support. Whether the brands are being hel...
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