# RERUN: Say Gay! Exploring LGBTQ Representation in 70s, 80s, and 90s TV | Matt Baume

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Podcast: [80s TV Ladies](https://stenobird.com/podcast/80s-tv-ladies-5566694)
Published: 2025-08-27T06:27:39+00:00
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## Resource

Dive into the fascinating world of LGBTQ representation in 70s, 80s, and 90s television with hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem on '80s TV Ladies.' This special summer rerun, featuring expert Matt Baume, highlights iconic queer moments and characters. Originally aired on June 7th, 2023, the episode covers groundbreaking shows like 'Bewitched,' 'All in the Family,' 'Golden Girls,' and more. Matt discusses his unique journey as a content creator focused on queer pop culture and shares his insights on evolving media representation. Don’t miss this engaging and enlightening episode, perfect for Pride Month or any time of year! 00:00 Introduction to Queer TV with Matt Baume 00:43 Meet the Hosts and Guest Introduction 02:41 Matt Baume's Journey into Queer Pop Culture 04:54 The Impact of Television on Cultural Understanding 13:30 Early Gay Representation on Television 15:07 The Significance of 'Bewitched' in Queer Representation 20:52 Norman Lear's Contributions to Queer Representation 28:57 The Golden Girls and Its Gay Fandom 33:58 Michael Scott and Archie Bunker: A Comparison 34:40 The 'I Can't Believe It's Not Heterosexual' Trope 37:52 Backlash and Acceptance of Queer Representation 41:08 Lesbian Representation on TV 49:15 Trans Representation on TV 53:01 The Role of Gatekeepers in TV Representation 59:18 Demanding Representation and Change 01:01:15 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts 01:03:34 Conclusion and Farewell AUDIOGRAPHY Find Matt and his podcast “ Sewers of Paris ” - at MattBaume.com Get Matt Baume’s new book “Hi Honey, I’m Homo” at Bookshop.org. Or at Elliott Bay . Watch Matt’s YouTube Videos . LGBTQ Advocacy: Consider supporting orgs like The Trevor Project and The Okra Project . CONNECT What does representation mean to you? Email us at 80sTVLadies@gm…

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