Season 1 Episodes
1. The Dark Ages
February 14th, 202052 min
Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
2. Television as a Tool
February 14th, 202050 min
Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.
3. The Epidemic
February 14th, 20201 hr 5 min
HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.
4. Breakthroughs
February 14th, 20201 hr 8 min
In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show and in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.
5. The New Guard
February 14th, 20201 hr 12 min
Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.
