We Cheer Anyways: Pride in the Stands

What does it mean to be proud in a stadium where you’re not always welcome?

In this special Pride Month episode, we sit down with LGBTQ+ fans who are reclaiming space in the stands—even as the world outside grows more hostile. From grassroots movements like PrideRaiser to the deeply personal weight of safety, inclusion, and chosen family, this episode explores what it means to show up when you’ve been pushed out.

Guests include:

• Kate Fasco, a queer supporters’ group leader creating safer spaces from the ground up
• Dan Ryan, lead engineer behind Prideraiser, on the emotional power of visibility
• Dr. Travers, sociologist and author, on trans inclusion, women’s sports, and the backlash against progress

This isn’t just a celebration. It’s a call to protect the communities that keep fandom human.

Whether you’re in the front row or fighting from the sidelines—this one’s for you.

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