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ODS S1:E4 Joshua Lesser
Out Down South Podcast
S1:E4: Joshua Lesser
Founder of SOJOURN & Rabbi Emeritus, Bet Haverim
The first season of Out Down South will showcase the stories of 10 LGBTQ+ Atlantans, told in their own words.
In this episode, we hear from Rabbi Joshua Lesser, an LGBTQ+ activist and rabbi emeritus at Congregation Bet Haverim, a Reconstructionist synagogue founded by Jewish LGBTQ+ Atlantans that welcomes all Jews and their loved ones. Joshua created SOJOURN, the Southern Jewish Resource Network for Gender & Sexual Diversity, and co-edited Torah Queeries, a weekly Torah commentary with an LGBTQ+ lens. Leading at the intersection of justice and spirituality, he is passionate about incorporating Jewish contemplative practice with a commitment to civil and human rights.
Show Notes:
Out Down South is brought to you by the Atlanta LGBTQ+ History Project and part of the WUSSY Podcast Network.
Hosted by Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel) and Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis).
Produced by Jon Dean (@jondeanphoto), Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel), and Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis).
Episode 4 was edited by Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel)
Podcast graphics created by Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis)
Podcast Music Information:
Intro Song: “Break the Mould” by Jack Pierce
Supplemental Music from Audio Jungle
ODS S1:E3 Kim Jackson
Out Down South Podcast
S1:E3 Kim Jackson
Georgia’s first openly LGBTQ+ State Senator
The first season of Out Down South will showcase the stories of 10 LGBTQ+ Atlantans, told in their own words.
In this episode, we hear from Kim Jackson, Georgia’s first openly LGBTQ+ state senator. She represents the Stone Mountain area in the Georgia General Assembly. Kim is also an ordained Episcopal priest; she serves as vicar of the Church of the Common Ground, which ministers to unhoused Atlantans outside Central Presbyterian Church, in the shadow of the capitol building’s gold dome. As a state senator, Kim has championed legislation that improves the lives of Georgia’s most vulnerable communities and has been outspoken against laws cruelly targeting LGBTQ+ youth.
Show Notes:
Out Down South is brought to you by the Atlanta LGBTQ+ History Project and part of the WUSSY Podcast Network.
Hosted by Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel) and Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis).
Produced by Jon Dean (@jondeanphoto), Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel), and Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis).
Episode 3 is edited by Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel)
Podcast graphics created by Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis)
Podcast Music Information:
Intro Song: “Break the Mould” by Jack Pierce
Supplemental Music from Audio Jungle
ODS S1:E2 Grant Henry
Out Down South Podcast
S1:E1: Grant Henry
Owner and Resident Artist at Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium
The first season of Out Down South will showcase the stories of 10 LGBTQ+ Atlantans, told in their own words.
In this episode, we listen to the oral history Rachel recorded with Grant Henry. As the proprietor of “Church,” Grant Henry welcomes people of all identities to this beloved fixture of Atlanta nightlife. With locations in Atlanta and Athens, Georgia, Grant’s bar features whimsical, irreverent art and events like organ karaoke and Sunday Service dance parties. Sister Louisa is Grant’s artistic persona, reflecting stops in his life journey – divinity school, the world of art, and community host
Show Notes:
Out Down South is brought to you by the Atlanta LGBTQ+ History Project and part of the WUSSY Podcast Network.
Hosted by Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel) and Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis).
Produced by Jon Dean (@jondeanphoto), Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel), and Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis).
Episode 2 edited by Rachel Garbus (@goodgraciousrachel)
Podcast graphics created by Sam Landis (@iam_samlandis)
Podcast Music Information:
Intro Song: “Break the Mould” by Jack Pierce
Supplemental Music from Audio Jungle