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Decoder Ring: Friend of Dorothy

Decoder Ring: Friend of Dorothy

FromSlate Culture


Decoder Ring: Friend of Dorothy

FromSlate Culture

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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Feb 10, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When Peter Mac was young, he found solace from his troubles in the voice of Judy Garland. He's now been a Judy Garland impersonator for 17 years. On this episode of Decoder Ring we explore the special valence that Judy Garland has for queer people, the history of female impersonation on stage, and what the future might hold for Judy as an icon.
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Released:
Feb 10, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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