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154: Ruth Coker Burks | Part 2

154: Ruth Coker Burks | Part 2

FromHomo Sapiens


154: Ruth Coker Burks | Part 2

FromHomo Sapiens

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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
Dec 2, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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Merry Christmas! Yesterday, December 1st, marks the start of Christmas but also World Aids Day, so how do we merge such an important day with all the joy of Christmas? With a chat with Ruth Coker Burks, that’s how. Ruth nursed men dying of AIDS in 1980’s Arkansaw USA when even doctors wouldn’t go near them and their families had disowned them. She buried them on her family plot undercover of night because she knew these people needed dignity. Her patients survived 2 years longer than average because she gave them love. Today, we hear her incredible story, plus your emails about growing up gay in Wales, feeling the LGBTQ+ love if you’re bisexual, and we’re talking all about the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Chris xRuth's book 'All the Young Men' is published by Trapeze and you can buy it here!?H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T?NEW EPISODE Every Thursday?Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens?Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com?Podcast Host: Acast
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Dec 2, 2021
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Homo Sapiens is the smash-hit podcast where queer people talk about life. Each week our hosts Alan Cumming & Chris Sweeney bring you intelligent, informative and fun conversations that represent the interests of LGBTQ+ people around the world. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe now so you don't miss a thing.