0.11. "I Need You to Lick Bush in '92": Whitney Skauge and The Beauty President

We're bringing you a bonus episode as a post-Pride gift! Back in
April, Leigh sat down with filmmaker Whitney Skauge (they/them)
to talk about their new documentary short, The Beauty
President. The Beauty President offers a glimpse into the
story of Terence Alan Smith. In 1992, Smith, also known by his
drag name, Joan Jett Blakk,  made a historic bid for the
White House as an openly queer write-in candidate.


In our conversation, we talk about the film, the impact of
focusing on historically excluded folks in media, and the
importance of visibility and disruption as protest in the midst
of the AIDS crisis.


Check out the trailer for The Beauty President by clicking here,
and learn more about the film, upcoming screenings near you, and
more on Breakwater Studios' website. 


You can learn more about Whitney Skauge on their website, and
follow them on Instagram at @whitneyskauge.