On this episode, Robin Gow explores the lesser known queer history of the YMCA with Salem Jenkins, and how it ties into broader patterns in the queer community throughout time and general education about topics of this kind.
Salem explains how YMCAs served as safe havens for gay men in the 20th Century and shares their thoughts on why people don't know the locations once filled that role, as well as the importance of studying more broad queer history in order to understand our present.
Q:LV presents leading-edge conversations about LGBTQIA+ culture and community in the Lehigh Valley and beyond. New episodes air the second Tuesday of every month at 6:00 PM following All Things Considered.
(Original air-date: 8/11/26)
