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Drag queens and libraries

The row over drag queens reading stories to children.

The row over drag queens reading stories to children.

A spate of protests outside libraries has focused attention on the idea of drag queen story hours - drag queens reading stories to young children in libraries and other public spaces. For some, it鈥檚 the perfect way to build acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities, plus it鈥檚 fun and fabulous for the children. For others, it risks exposing young minds to adult entertainment and complex themes of sex and gender.

Presenter: Adam Fleming
Producers: Simon Maybin & Lucy Proctor
Researcher: Ellie House
Music: Oskar Jones
Editor: Hugh Levinson

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54 minutes

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Fri 5 Aug 2022 12:04

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  • Fri 5 Aug 2022 12:04

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