Has Pride Lost Its Meaning?

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a question many in our community have been quietly (or loudly) asking: Has Pride lost its meaning?

In this wide-ranging conversation, we reflect on how Pride has evolved from its radical roots in activism to its present-day celebratory scene shaped by media, politics, and corporate sponsorships. We talk about what’s been gained, what’s been lost, and what still needs to be reclaimed.

Some topics we explore:

• The impact of corporatization and rainbow capitalism
• How we’d reimagine Pride moving forward
• The meaning Pride has for us personally 
• The importance of making Pride more inclusive for those still on the margins
• The role media plays in shaping what Pride looks and feels like
• How far our rights have come… and how fragile they still are

Whether you love Pride, feel disconnected from it, or land somewhere in between, this episode is an invitation to reflect, reimagine, and reconnect with what Pride means to you in 2025.

Today's Hosts:

• Michael DiIorio
• Matt Landsiedel
• Reno Johnston

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