Finding aid for the June L. Mazer Lesbian Archive Collection of Audio Materials, 1970-1999 LSC.2230
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Title: June L. Mazer Lesbian Archive Collection of Audio Materials
Identifier/Call Number: LSC.2230
Physical Description:
6 linear feet
(6 record cartons)
Date (inclusive): 1970 - 1999
Abstract: This collection consists of audio recordings from the June L. Mazer Lesbian Archives. It captures the culture, diversity,
politics, scholarship, and activism that the Mazer collected. The tapes reflect the activism that women were involved with
in Los Angeles and California throughout the latter half of the twentieth century. The content of the material includes recordings
of conferences, workshops, meetings, performances, radio broadcasts, interviews, and oral histories concerning topics such
as homosexuality, women's health, politics, women in history, feminism, racism, discrimination, literature, and music. Recordings
of Judy Grahn, Peg Crukshank, Judy Freespirit, June Mazer, Bunny MacCulloch, Del Martin, Phyllis Lyon, Kitty Tsai, Eloise
Klein Healy, Anne Sexton, Lillian Faderman, Liz Maines and others can be found in the collection.
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[Identification of item], June L. Mazer Lesbian Archive Collection of Audio Materials (Collection Number 2230). UCLA Library
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June L. Mazer Lesbian Archive at UCLA is an outreach and collection-building partnership between the
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The June L. Mazer Lesbian Archives document the lives of lesbians and feminists in Southern California.
This collection consists of audio recordings from the June L. Mazer Lesbian Archives. It captures the culture, diversity,
politics, scholarship, and activism that the Mazer collected. The tapes reflect the activism that women were involved with
in Los Angeles and California throughout the latter half of the twentieth century. The content of the material includes recordings
of conferences, workshops, meetings, performances, radio broadcasts, interviews, and oral histories concerning topics such
as homosexuality, women's health, politics, women in history, feminism, racism, discrimination, literature, and music. Recordings
of Judy Grahn, Peg Crukshank, Judy Freespirit, June Mazer, Bunny MacCulloch, Del Martin, Phyllis Lyon, Kitty Tsai, Eloise
Klein Healy, Anne Sexton, Lillian Faderman, Liz Maines and others can be found in the collection.
Forums/Talks Cassettes Series 16. 1973-1983
Physical Description: 51 audio cassette tapes
Audio recordings of forums and scholarly talks on various lesbian and women's issues, including feminism in academics, gay
and lesbian archives, lesbian sexual theory, lesbian fiction and poetry, religion, legal issues, disability, aging, parenting,
and paternity issues. Speakers include Emily Culpepper, Lisa Ben, Bunny MacCulloch, Amber Hollibaugh, Lilian Faderman, Joan
Nestle, Deborah Edle, Barbara Walters, Billie Jean King, Del Martin, Phyllis Lyon, Joanne Castillo, Peg Kruikshank, Jean Mountaingrove,
Cherrie Moraga, Barbara Smith, Judge Mary Morgan, Lisa Rofel, Kathleen Weston, Rosemary Kurt, Nancy Manahan, and Judy Grahn.
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Feminist Autonomy and Scholarship: Does It Exist? 11 May 1981
Speaker Emily Culpepper, a doctoral student at Harvard, presents her research at a lecture for the Women's and Feminist Studies
departments at Stanford. Her issue is feminist autonomy and scholarships, asking the question what and how it exists. She
explores how women are able to, and in what context, claims free mental space for independent scholarship in the academic
world. Dr. Emily Erwin Culpepper is the founding Director of Women's Studies at the University of Redlands.
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What We Roll in Bed With 8 May 1981
Recording of talk in San Francisco, CA, with speaker Amber Hollibaugh. She worked with the San Francisco Lesbian and Gay History
Project and studies issues of sexuality and lesbian sexual theory. Hollibaugh's discussion centers around sexual issues, lesbianism,
and the progressive Left. Hollibaugh is an American writer, film-maker, feminist, and political activist.
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Surpassing the Love of Men 17 September 1981
Lillian Faderman reads from her previously published article, "The History of Lesbian Magazine Fiction in the Early 20th Century,"
and discusses literary history of lesbians. Faderman is a scholar who writes on the topics of lesbian relationships and romantic
friendships in history.
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Preserving Our Lesbian Heritage 8 July 1981
Recording of the Lesbian Herstory Archives forum and slideshow at the Women's Building in San Francisco, CA. The West Coast
Lesbian Collections sponsored the event. The purpose of the event was to emphasize the importance of preserving lesbian movement
history and encouraging community involvement. Representatives, Joan Nestle and Deborah Edel, from the New York Lesbian Herstory
Archive present a slideshow.
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Preserving Our Lesbian History, San Jose Showing 12 July 1981
Recording of the Lesbian Herstory Archives forum and slideshow in San Jose, CA. Included is the introduction and afterword
presentation with Nikki, Lynn, and Johnie. The West Coast Lesbian Collections sponsored the event. The purpose of the event
was to emphasize the importance of preserving lesbian movement history and encouraging community involvement. Representatives,
Joan Nestle and Deborah Edel, from the New York Lesbian Herstory Archive present a slideshow.
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Old Dykes Tales 30 January 1981
Recorded by the Lesbian Herstory Project in San Francisco. Speaker introduces the program and provides explanation of purpose
of program. She discusses what being "Old Gay" means--being a lesbian before the women's movement of the late 1960s and 1970s--and
the importance of storytelling. Audience members share stories of coming out, relationships, and notable events in their lives.
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Billie Jean King Interview 7 May 1981
Recording of 60 Minutes interview with Billie Jean King. Barbara Walters interviewed King and the two discussed the "Marilyn
Barnett Affair." King is an American former professional tennis player and an advocate for sexual equality in sports. She
won the "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match against Bobby Riggs in 1973. King was forced to publicly acknowledge her sexual
orientation after Barnett filed a palimony lawsuit against King.
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The State of Lesbians in the 80s 7 April 1981
Speakers Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin speak and take questions on the state of the lesbian and feminist movement in the United
States at the time. They discuss the progress that has been made, how society has changed, and what needs to happen for the
movement to advance--including politics, religion, and other coinciding movements like the gay men's movement. Dorothy Louise
Taliaferro "Del" Martin and Phyllis Ann Lyon were an American lesbian couple known as feminist and gay-rights activists. They
were a couple until Del Martin's death on August 27, 2008
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Lesbian Politics... 25 March 1980
Phyllis Lyon, Del Martin, and Jose Saria speak at the Harvey Milk Demonstration Club in San Francisco, CA. Del Martin and
Del Martin discuss their lives and times in San Francisco. Dorothy Louise Taliaferro "Del" Martin and Phyllis Ann Lyon were
an American lesbian couple known as feminist and gay-rights activists. They were a couple until Del Martin's death on August
27, 2008
Poor quality recording.
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Recent Research in Lesbian History 1 April 1981
Joanne Castillo presents research on the recording and preservation of gay and lesbian history. Castillo explains the foundation
behind the action to record the history of the lesbian movement, presents a review of published gay and lesbian history, and
argues for greater preservation for the purpose of academic research and political action.
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Trends in Lesbian Publishing 13 January 1982
Talk featuring Peg Cruikshank at the Eureka Valley/ Harvey Milk Memorial Branch Library in San Francisco, CA. Cruikshank discusses
the new field [at the time of talk] of lesbian publishing, which includes lesbian presses, lesbian writers, and lesbian and
women's issues themes in writing.
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Jean Mountaingrove 4 September 2001
Recording of Jean Mountaingrove at OWL and Rootworks, including planning meetings, speeches, and interviews. Mountaingrove
lived "off the grid" on women's land in Southern Oregon for 30 years. Her focus is on living close to nature and empowering
herself and other women through creativity. She helped produce WomanSpirit, a magazine of feminist spirituality from 1974-84.
She also co-hosted 15 years of annual Dyke Art Camp. Jean Mountaingrove and Ruth Mountaingrove established Rootworks in Sunny
Valley, Oregon during the 1970s. The goal of Rootworks was to act as a lesbian separatist community.
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Disabled and Abled 29 November 1982
Operation Concern for Disabled Lesbians support group presentation. Topics discussed include the work the group has done with
disable lesbians, lessons learned dialogue, and the general experiences created from their community. The group was run by
Ricki Boden.
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Third World Women's Publishing 1 November 1981
Cherrie Moraga and Barbara Smith present a discussion about women of color in publishing, including speaking about their work
with Kitchen Table Press and reading published poetry. Cherríe L. Moraga is a Chicana writer, feminist activist, poet, essayist,
and playwright. Moraga has taught courses in dramatic arts and writing at various universities across the United States and
is an artist in residence at Stanford University. Barbara Smith is an American, lesbian feminist who has played a significant
role in building and sustaining Black Feminism in the United States. Since the early 1970s she has been active as a critic,
teacher, lecturer, author, scholar, and publisher of Black feminist thought.
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History of Lesbians of Color 1 June 1980
Panel on the topic of lesbians of color from history and the experience of minority women in the United States. Speakers share
personal stories, as well as the stories of women from history, including M. Quintanales and Sojourner Truth.
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Swearing in of Judge Mary C. Morgan / WCLC Opening 24 September 1981
Side 1 is a recording of the recording of the swearing in of Judge Mary Carolyn Morgan at San Francisco City Hall. Mary Morgan
is a judge of the San Francisco County Superior Court and former judge of the San Francisco Municipal Court. She was the first
openly lesbian judge appointed in the United States. Side 2 is a recording of the WCLC opening with Sylvia Kohan singing and
Johnnie Staggs speaking and fundraising.
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Eighteen Months Later... 8 November 1981
Forum focused on the topic of gay people in Cuba, specifically Cuban lesbian refugees. The group that organized the forum
works to get lesbians out of refugee camps in the United States. Speakers explore the history of US relations with Cuba, the
history of gay people in Cuba, and the experience of refugees in US. Discussion with audience also included in recording.
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Donor Paternity Panel 6 December 1981
Panel discusses a lawsuit over donor insemination and paternity, the issue of donors' involvement in children's lives, and
women's legal rights when raising children from donor insemination. Women discuss their experience having children through
donor insemination.
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Older Women's Group [ca. 1980s]
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On Being Gay: Homosexuality and the Church 1973
Professionally produced recording of a study on homosexuality and the Church. Interviews and discussions with Phyllis Lyon,
Reverend William R. Johnson, Jim & Lyndall, Dr. Herbert Vanderwoort, Attorney Walter Barnett, Reverend Ross Greek, and Dr.
David Napier. recording by Thesis Creative Educational Resources.
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Sexuality, Class, and Conflict in the Lesbian Workplace 6 May 1983
Lisa Rofel and Kathleen Weston, both from Stanford, present ideas and research from their paper, Sexuality, Class, and Conflict.
They examine class conflicts in the workplace within lesbians and feminists, focusing on the case study of a strike at Amazon
Auto Repair-a lesbian auto repair shop. They also acknowledge that class conflict in the lesbian workplace publicizes social
and private spheres, as sexual identity is clear in the workplace.
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Yosemite Women's Music Festival: Building Coalitions [ca. 1980s]
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Bunny Mac Culloch: Mazer Archives 1 January 1989
Bunny Mac Culloch discussing structure and organization of archives. Recording appears to have been done by Mac Culloch herself.
She describes how the archives have been organized, her thought process during the archiving of the collections, and her hopes
for the the future of the archive.
Audio is very scratchy.
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Choice Centered Tarot: Lesson 1 1982
Professional recording of correspondence course on tarot. Gail Fairfield is the author of the course. Fairfield presents the
tarot as a tool for personal empowerment, introspection, and making choices. She emphasizes the psychological meanings of
the tarot, explaining imagery that can be applied to any deck.
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Old Dykes' Tales 26 March 1981
Myths of the lesbian movement explained, including when the lesbian movement began. Discussion stems from topic of lesbian
fiction, pulp, and non-fiction. Self-labeled dykes share stories of coming out, relationships, and notable events in their
lives.
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Womans Place Lockout 19 September 1982
Meeting held at Ollie's in Oakland, California to discuss the ICI: Woman's Place Bookstore controversy. The bookstore was
located in Oakland. The ICI: Woman's Place Bookstore was founded by Alice Molloy Carol Wilson. ICI is an acronym that stands
for "information center incorporate." The goal of the bookstore was to incorporate different ideas having to do with women,
race, and other diversities. Overtime, an internal struggle developed between members of Women's Place, resulting in a lock
out four other members by Alice and Carol. The women at the meeting discuss the events that took place immediately following
the literal lock out and the legal measures that have been taken. They state that the purpose of the meeting is to come to
an understanding of where the disagreement stemmed from and what steps to take from that date.
Audio quality is poor.
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Quaker Lesbian Affinity Group: Livermore Action 26 June 1982
Recording of discussion with group of women on the events that took place during Livermore Action, including the process of
being arrested by police and the experience of incarceration. Participants include: Kim Bancroft, Karen Rogers, Carol Vorlvolakos,
Bettye Travis, Alexis Dees, Elizabeth Beam, Becky Fischbach, Pat Bough, Anne Branch, and Jan Zobel.
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Lesbian school workers on Proposition 6 1978
Professional recording that addresses the 1978 California initiative, Proposition 6, put on the ballot by conservative state
legislator John Briggs of Fullerton that would give California school boards permission to dismiss openly gay or lesbian school
workers, as well as straight school employees who openly support gay rights. The recording is an argument against Proposition
6, also known as the Briggs Initiative. Openly gay San Francisco politician Harvey Milk was active in fighting the measure,
and opposition from California Governor Ronald Reagan to President Jimmy Carter helped to defeat it. Proposition 6's failure
was one of the first setbacks to the 1970's anti-gay campaign lead by Anita Bryant and her organization "Save Our Children"
in Dade County, Florida.
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Lesbians in the Convent 13 June 1982
Conversation between Peg Cruikshank, Rosemary Curt, and Nancy Manahan about lesbians in the convent. Meeting took place at
the home of Peg Cruikshank. The discussion stems from Curt and Manahan's upcoming (at the time of recording) publishing of
a collection of stories about lesbians in the convent. Topics include group meetings, reasons for joining convent, education,
and need to surround self with all-women community.
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Lesbian/Gay Archives 28 June 1983
Recording of Jim Kepner giving a speech regarding Lesbian and Gay archives. Kepner discusses the importance of creating such
repositories despite the concerns over strong, homophobic opposition, as well as the issue of collection development.
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WCLC Opening Day [ca. 1980s]
Recording of the WCLC opening with Sylvia Kohan singing and Johnnie Staggs speaking and fundraising. Side 2 is a recording
of the recording of the swearing in of Judge Mary Carolyn Morgan at San Francisco City Hall. Mary Morgan is a judge of the
San Francisco County Superior Court and former judge of the San Francisco Municipal Court. She was the first openly lesbian
judge appointed in the United States. S
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Judy Grahn: A Heart-Shaped Journey to a Similar Place 1983
Judy Grahn speaks at the Sappho Lectures at the New School, and presents the essay: "A Heart-Shaped Journey to a Similar Place".
The lecture examines the loss of the place where women had power with a chronology from Sappho and the island of Lesbos, through
medieval times and then to women's roles in (then current) contemporary time. Grahn discusses her life and work as a writer.
Judy Rae Grahn is an American poet, born July 28, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois. Grahn's work focuses on the feminist and lesbian
experience.
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Judy Grahn: Writing From a House of Women 1983
Judy Grahn speaks at the Sappho Lectures at the New School, and presents the essay: "Writing from a House of Women". The lecture
explores lesbian literature and the significance of writing from a lesbian identity. Grahn discusses her life and work as
a writer. Judy Grahn is an American poet, born July 28, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois. Grahn's work focuses on the feminist and
lesbian experience.
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Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith: Aeolus 1981
Ruth Barrett and Cyntia Smith are singers and songwriters, who specialize in playing the fretted dulcimer. The album music
is inspired by myth, folklore, ancient symbolism, and the celebration of Nature. Their performances also include love songs,
unique instrumental pieces and traditional folk music of the British Isles. Side 1: Bird on the Briar; Never Weather Beaten
Saile; The Mermaid; Lullaby For Amanda; Every Woman Born; King of the Fairies; Aeolus, The Wind. Side 2: As I Roved Out, Lesson
For Two Lutes, Blow The Candles Out, Pastime With Good Company, The Rolling Of the Stones, The Weary Cutters.
Copyright 1981 Aeolus Records
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Allegra Broughton: Original Songs Straight From The Heart 1980
Allegra Broughton is a singer, song writer, and guitar player. She is also a DJ on KRCB-FM 91.1 Santa Rosa Public Radio, hosting
the "Connections" Show, and is a member of the groups, Solid Air, Wild Catahoulas, Soul Joy, and The Sorentinos. Side 1: Feelin',
Your Eyes Give You Away, No Love Intended, I Can't Do It, Deep River. Side 2: So Long, Touch My Heart, Stranger To You, Management
Blues, Lullaby.
Copyright 1980 SRS*
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Darol Anger/Barbara Higbie Quintet: Live at Montreux 19 July 1984
Live recording of the First Evening With Windham Hill at the Montreux Jazz Festival. Side 1: Egrets, The Lights In The Sky
Are Stars, Daughter of Cups, Egypt. Side 2: In What Hour, Pumpkin Time, Duet, Near Northern.
Copyright 1985 Windham Hill Records.
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Blazing Redheads 1988
Seven member Latin jazz band. Side 1: Paradise Drive, Cienega, Sea Level, In Search Of..., February Song. Side 2: Santa Fe,
Get Down (and Stay Down), Final Segment, Mozambo, My Picasso.
Copyright 1988 Reference Recordings
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Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith: Deepening 1984
Ruth Barrett and Cyntia Smith are singers and songwriters, who specialize in playing the fretted dulcimer. The album music
is inspired by myth, folklore, ancient symbolism, and the celebration of Nature. Side 1: Where Only Lovers Can Go, Deepening,
Dance of the Meadow Mice, Chosen Country, The Doffing Mistress, Plains of Waterloo. Side 2: Lord of the Dance, Imagine the
World, Factory Girl, Song of the Wandering Aengus, The Orange Rogue, Allu Mari Mi Portati
Copyright 1984 Aeolus Music
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Alix Dobkin: Lavender Jane Loves Women 1973
Alix Dobkin is an American singer and songwriter. Side 1: Fantasy Girl, Quartet, Jo's B-Day Song, Charlie Beware, Talking
Lesbian, A Woman's Love, View From Gay Head. Side 2: The Woman in Your Life, Caledonia, Yells, Eppie Morrie, Jovanno, I Only
Want To Be With You, Little House, Her Precious Love
Tape is unplayable.
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Joanna Cazden: Rebel Girl 1984
Recording of a live concert. Side 1: Full Moon, Empty Sky; The Woman in Front of the Bus; More Little Boxes; The Best of Intentions;
Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream. Side 2: The Greatest Illusion, Rose City Ramble, I Walk the Hills, Close the Door, The
Rebel Girl.
Copyright 1984 Sister Sun Music
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Reclaiming Community: Chants/Ritual Music [ca. 1980s]
Chants and ritual music that are meant to be followed and repeated by listeners. Side 1: The Beginning of the Earth; Touching
Her Deep; Air I Am; Rise with the Fire, Snake Woman; Goddess Medley: Isis Astarte; We Are an Old People; I Am a Strong Woman,
We Are the Flow; Silver Shining Wheel; Where There's Fear There's Power; Hecate, Cerridwen. Side 2: Return to Mother, Born
of Water, Air Moves Us, Water and Stone, We All Come from the Goddess, Kore Chant, We Are the Flow, Sun King, We Are Alive.
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The Chenille Sisters: Mama, I Wanna Make Rhythm 1991
Fourth album by the American contemporary folk band, which includes singer Grace Morand, guitarist and songwriter Connie Huber,
and singer/songwriter Cheryl Dawdy. Side 1: Chocolate; La Bamba (An English Translation); A Change is Gonna Come; Roadmaps;
Mama, I Wanna Make Rhythm; The Wind. Side 2 Sally's Advice; Is It True, Albert?; Hummin' To Myself; A Chill In The Air; I
Am A Can Of Tuna, Big Hair.
Copyright 1991 Red House Records
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Cris Williamson & Teresa Trull: Country Blessed 1989
Cris Williamson is an American feminist singer-songwriter and an open lesbian political activist. Teresa Trull is also an
American singer-songwriter. Side 1: Keep On, Country Blessed, Calamity Jane, For Molly's Sky, The Love We Take. Side 2: Mother,
Mother; The Shady Glen; Soulful Days; Fertanga.
Copyrigh 1989 Second Wave Records
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Pam & Maggie: Crazy For You! 1989
Pam & Maggie are a songwriting and singing duo based out of Portland, Oregon. Side 1: I've Seen The Light, Friends To Lover,
I Want To Be There, Faded Photographs. Side 2: Crazy For You, Doin' Like My Mama Done, Our Love, Grandma.
Copyright 1989 Marguerite Beck
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Deuce: Deuce 1986
Duece band is Jean Finebers and Ellen Seeling, with Teresa Trull, Carol MacDonald, and Laura Theodore. Side 1: Partly Sonny,
Smooth Move, Texas Pearl, No Pain, No Gain. Side 2: Blackout, Love Stings, Chevere, Watersounds, Bodybuilder.
Copyright 1986 Deuce
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The Fabulous Dyketones: Live in P-Town at the Town House 1988
Professional recording of live show. The Fabulous Dyketones performed 1950s recording hits in drag. Side 1: Everyday People;
Rock Around the Clock; Rockin' Robin; The Fabulous Dyketones Theme Song; Ooh Baby, Baby; Why Do Fools Fall In Love; To Know
Her Is To Love Her; Splish Splash; Be My Baby' La Bamba' She's So Fine; 16 Candles; Not Fade Away; I Heard It Through The
Grapevine. Side 2: Funk-e; Da Doo Ron Ron; My Girlfriend's Back; Shout; The Blues in G; Breakin' Up Is Hard To Do; Somewhere
(A Place For Us); I Can't Help Myself/Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch; Mony Mony; Goodnight, Well It's Time To Go; Crazy.
Copyright 1988 Rock n'RolERecordings
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Various Artists: A Family of Friends 1993
A women's music sampler. Side 1: A Family of Friends, Heartland, Carry Me, At Karen's House, All Over Me, Linda, Happy Life.
Side 2: The Kind of Woman I Am, Family (World of Love), On My Way, My Kind of Girl, Myth in Genesis, Lez-B-Bop.
Copyright 1993 Tsunami Records, INC.
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Sue Fink and Diane Lindsay: Tour 1985 1984
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Shaktivilas Chamber Ensemble: The Fire of My Love 1976
"Songs for Gurumayi Chidvilasananda by the Shaktivilas Chamber Ensemble." Meg Christian, vocals, guitar; Katya Brown, cello;
Shanta Brown, violin; Chris Williams, recorder; Bharadvaja Hamilton, Tablas. Side 1: The Fire of My Love, Would You Let Me
Just Follow Behind, Darshan, Amazing Grace, Aisi Kari Shri Gurudeva Daya. Side 2: Amritanubhava, Gurumother, I Was Warned
About The Flames of Love, Oh My Gurumayi
Copyright 1976 Moogy Music
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Kay Gardner: Fishersdaughter 1986
Tape is unplayable. Side 1: "Sea" Fishersdaughter, Busker's Tune, Wind & Sea, The Ballad of Mary & Ann, The Banshee Song.
Side 2: "Earth" Tyme-Robin Fre, Reminiscence-Diana Davies, Mother Mountain, Do You Remember? I Am the Earth.
Copyright 1986 Even Keel Records
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Various Artists: For Therese 10 March 1990
Fifteen years of solo, vocal, choral, and instrumental music from Therese Edell. 60-minute recording or various artists performing
Therese Edell's music on March 10, 1990 in Cincinnati, Ohio. For several years from 1978 through the mid-1980s, Therese Edell
was the unofficial Voice of the Michigan Womyn's Music Festival. She was involved in every festival as a performer, sound
engineer, or announcer since the second gathering in 1978. Audio recordings include Prophecy's Child (1970), From Women's
Faces (1978), and For Therese (1990). Side 1: For Therese (Betsy Lippitt), Good Friends Are the Best, Texas Texas, Emma, Sister
Heathenspinster's Calendar Days, Heart of Mine, Katie's Song, If you came here alone. Side 2: Holly's Waltz; Gather In; It's
a Blue Moon; 38: 3 Sections, 8 Yrs; This Longest Night; O My Friends (Therese Edell and Lynn Herman).
Copyright 1990 Sea Friends Recordings
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Peggy Gilbert and the Dixie Belles: Dixieland Jazz 1986
Peggy Gilbert, born Margaret F. Knechtges, was an American jazz saxophonist and bandleader. Side 1: Alexander's Ragtime Band,
Boogie ala Georgia, Sweet Georgia Brown, A Closer Walk with Thee, When the Saints Come Marching In. Side 2: Jada, Georgia
On My Mind, Struttin' with Some Barbecue, Back Home in Indiana
Copyright 1986 Cambria Records
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Girls in the Nose: Origin of the World 1992
Girls in the Nose was founded in 1987 by Kay Turner and Gretchen Phillips (also in Two Nice Girls, Gretchen Phillips Experience),
and is a band of six Austin-based women. Side 1: Medusa; Sodomy; These Hips; Sappho's Song; Hey, Chastity. Side 2: Breast
Exam; Mode Madonna; Less Jesus; Incongruity; Pink Guitar.
Copyright 1992 Girls in the Nose
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Girls in the Nose: Girls in the Nose 1990
Girls in the Nose was founded in 1987 by Kay Turner and Gretchen Phillips (also in Two Nice Girls, Gretchen Phillips Experience),
and is a band of six Austin-based women. Side 1: Where Girls Go, Two Lovers/Two Altars, Meat, What Were You Saying, Menstrual
Hut, Funky Slide. Side 2: Bite Me, Come and Die, Honorary Heterosexual Lesbian, Starpower.
Copyright 1990 Girls in the Nose
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The Guest Stars: Out At Night 1985
The Guest Stars were a jazz band, that celebrated defying sexual and gender norms. Side 1: Montezuma's Mother, Miles Apart,
Amy's Bounce, What Means Love. Side 2: The Wind is Getting Angry, Song of the Bridge, Uranus in Jeopardy, Birds of a Feather.
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Holly Near, Arlo Guthrie, Ronnie Gilbert, & Pete Seeger: HARP, A Time to Sing! 1985
Live recording of a 1984 concert that brought together Holly Near, Arlo Guthrie, Ronnie Gilbert, & Pete Seeger to perform
songs by each artist and some cover songs. Side 1: Oh May Don't You Weep, Somos El Barco, City of New Orleans, Fine Time,
All Over The World. Side 2: Small Business Blues, What's Going On, Foolish Notion, Wimoweh, Jacob's Ladder, Good For the World,
Pallet on the Floor.
Copyright 1985 Redwood Records
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Heart: Heart 1985
American rock band led by sisters, Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson. Side 1: If Looks Could Kill, What About Love, Never, These
Dreams, The Wolf. Side 2: All Eyes, Nobody home, Nothin' At All, What He Don't, Shell Shock.
Copyright 1985 Capitol Records
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Jasmine: Wild Strings 1987
JASMINE was formed in 1978 by Carol Schmidt and Michele Isam. Side 1: Across the Wide; I Did My Part; Alla That's All Right,
But I Depend on the Muses; How Smooth Goodbuys Can Be; Too Late. Side 2: Come On Home, Time Is Your Youngest Friends, Where
I Belong Harriet Tubman, Whole Lot of Me, Wild Strings.
Copyright 1987 Icebergg Records
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Alix Dobkin: Lavender Jane Loves Women 1975
Alix Dobkin is an American folk singer-songwriter. The album also features Kay Gardner. Side 1: The Women in Your Life, Caledonia,
Yells, Eppie Morrie, Jovanno, I Only Want To Be With You, Little House, Her Precious Love. Side 2: Fantasy Girl, Quartet,
Jo's B-day Song, Charlie, Beware, Talking Lesbian, A Woman's Love, View From Gay Head.
Copyright 1975 Alix Dobkin
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Lifeline: We Have Seen the Future 1983
Side 1: Opportunity, Coming Into My Years, I Have Seen the Future, I'm Settled. Side 2: Harriet Tubman, Working Girl Blues/Nine
to Five, Shooting Star, One's Who've Gone Before Us.
Copyright 1983 Opportunity Enterprises
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The Los Angeles Women's Community Chorus: 10th Anniversary Album 1986
Recorded musical album in original packaging. Album liner notes, "This album was recorded at St. Augustine-by-the-Sea Episcopal
Church, Santa Monica, California, Summer, 1986. Recording on location: Digital Brothers Newport Beach, California, Overdubs
and Mixdowns: Frank Sullivan Studio, Pasadena, California. Side 1: Woman Spirit/Woman Strong, New Woman Rising, On Children,
Aure Volante, Arms Open in the Night. Side 2: The Fury, La Andina, Days of Theocracy, Working Women's Medley
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Rosario Marciano: Tailleferre, Chaminade, Anna Amalia 1980
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Meg Christian & Cris Williamson: Meg/Cris at Carnegie Hall 1983
The concert recording of Meg Christian and Cris Williamson at Carnegie Hall was a break-through for women's music. The genre
was beginming to come into its own and be recognized. Women's music began to give feminists and lesbians a sense of belonging
and an art form for expression. Side 1: Anniversary; Beautiful Soul; Can't Turn Back; Look Within; The One's Who Aren't There;
Glad To Be A Woman; Train Song; So Good, So Right. Side 2: Soaring, Doin' Time, Texas Ruby Red, Light And The Eye, Come Hell
Or High Water.
Copyright 1983 Second Wave Records, INC.
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Mignon: Fists to the Sun 1988
Mignon is a South African musician and activist, who performed at resistance concerts during the time of South African apartheid.
She was also a leader in Johannesburg gay rights protests and pride parades. Side 1: Song of Exile, Here we go again, Sticks
and Stones, Not a matter of love, Into the Light. Side 2: Stranger on the Wall, Sort this out (Woman to Woman), Communities,
Patterns, The Struggle Continues.
Copyright 1988 Pondok Records
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Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith: Music of The Rolling World 1982
Ruth Barrett and Cyntia Smith are singers and songwriters, who specialize in playing the fretted dulcimer. The album music
is inspired by myth, folklore, ancient symbolism, and the celebration of Nature. Their performances also include love songs,
unique instrumental pieces and traditional folk music of the British Isles. Side 1: Unicorns, Sovay, I Live Not Where I Love,
The French Dances, Faerie's Love Song, The Rolling World. Side 2: The Broomfield Hill, Pavan, The Weaver and The Factory Mail,
Planxty Irwin/Lock Lovan Castle, The Cuckoo, Lovers of the Moon, Cambridge May Song.
Copyright 1982 Aeolus Music
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Janna MacAuslan & Kristan Aspen: Musica Femina 1984
Kristan and Janna began playing as a duo in 1981. The music they play is focused on works written by women. Side 1: Bay Bridge,
6 Danses Pour Syrinx, Adagio (Sonata in F), New Beginnings, Zambra. Side 2: Suite for Solo Flute, Sicilienne, Five Pieces
for Flute and Guitar.
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Janna MacAuslan & Kristan Aspen: Musica Feminia, More Flute-Guitar Music by Women Composers 1985
Kristan and Janna began playing as a duo in 1981. The music they play is focused on works written by women. Side 1: Apryl
Toye, Night Breezes, Caprice, Green Apple Rag, Minstrel I, Hearts of Silver. Side 2: Sonata in D, Sonatine Pour Flute Seule,
A Sad Pavan Forbidding Mourning, Sonata for Three.
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Holly Near & Ronnie Gilbert: Lifeline 1988
Holly Near is an American singer-songwriter, actor, teacher, and activist for social change. Ronnie Gilbert is an American
folk singer. She is one of the original members of the Weavers with Pete Seeger, Lee Hays, and Fred Hellerman. Side 1: Harriet
Tubman, Si Me Quieres Escribir, Beloved Comrade, Two Good Arms, Biko, Gracias A La Vida, Pastures of Plenty, Stormy Weather.
Side 2: Goodnight Irene, No More Genocide, Isabel, Perfect Night, The Activity Room, Hay Una Mujer Desaparecida, Singing For
Our Lives.
Copyright 1988 Redwood Records
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The ARS Femina Ensemble: Non Tacete! (I'll not be silent!) [ca. 1980s]
Music written by women before 1800. Side 1: Cari Musici motet, Sonata in A major, Lamento. Side 2: Sonata Quarta, La Tempesta,
A false designe to be Cruel, Se pieta da voi non trovo, Suite from La Liberazione di Ruggiero.
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Ova: Possibilities 1984
Ova was part of the Stroppy Cow Records label, which was an independent feminist record label that encouraged women to make
their own kind of music in their own time and space, without the counterproductive pressures of commercialism. Side 1: Travelling
Spirit, The Granny Song, Language of Lovers, Earthquake. Side 2: Moving Inside, Tidal Dream, Far Beyond the Dawn, Happy Drumming,
Possibilities.
Copyright 1984 Ova Music
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Fem 2 Fem: Where Did Love Go 1995
Fem2Fem was a 1990s techno group who released two albums. They were the first openly lesbian pop group. Recording is a single,
"Where Did Love Go," which includes the original mix, as well as the Bak2BASSiks 7" remix.
Copyright 1995 Avenue Foch Records
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Ova: Who Gave Birth to the Universe 1988
Ova was part of the Stroppy Cow Records label, which was an independent feminist record label that encouraged women to make
their own kind of music in their own time and space, without the counterproductive pressures of commercialism. Side 1: Political
Beings, Who Gave Birth to the Universe?, Jamie's Song, Solid Ground, Ruby Song. Side 2: Rainforest, See the Way Clear, Get
Over You, Healing Touch, Abseil Away.
Copyright 1988 Stroppy Cow Records
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Rosario Marciano: Piano Works by Women Composers 1980
Rosario Marciano was a Venezuela musician who combined performance, scholarship and teaching. Only Side 2 is playable. Side
1: Jacquet de la Guerre: Rondeau; Paradis: Sicilienne; Szymanowska: Nocturne; Cibbini-Kozeluch: Six Valses; Mendelssohn: Prelude;
Schumann. Side 2: Brosnart: Valse-Caprice; Backer-Grondale: Visnet; Ungdomssang; Carreno: Venise; Intermezzo-Scherzoso; Chaminade:
Pas des Echarpes; La Lisonjeera; Tailleferre: Sicilienne; Beach: Improvisation; Bacewicz: Maly Tryptik.
Copyright 1980 The Moss Music Group Inc.
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The Redwood Collection: Selected Music from Redwood Records 1986
Selected Music from Redwood Records, which was created by Holly Near in 1972. Artists Include: Holly Near, Arlo Guthrie, Ronnie
Gilbert, Pete Seeger, Judy Small, Nancy Vogl, Guardabarranco, Inti-Illimani, Ferron, Mary Watkins, Linda Tillery, and Connie
Kaldo.
Copyright 1986 Redwood Records
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Shaktivilas Chamber Ensemble: The Fire Of My Love 1976
Side 1: The Fire of My Love, Would You Let Me Just Follow Behind, Darshan, Amazing Grace, Aisi Kari Shri Gurudeva Daya. Side
2: Amritanubhava, Gurumother, I Was Warned About The Flames of Love, Oh My Gurumayi
Copyright 1976 Moogy Music
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Holly Near and Ronnie Gilbert: Singing With You 1986
Holly Near is an American singer-songwriter, actor, teacher, and activist for social change. Ronnie Gilbert is an American
folk singer. She is one of the original members of the Weavers with Pete Seeger, Lee Hays, and Fred Hellerman. Side 1: Singing
With You, Lucky to be Me, The Right Time, I Cried, Simply Love, In a Restaurant by the Sea. Side 2: Medley, Wouldn't You Rather,
Hand Me Down My Jogging Shoes, Kid's Song, The New Underground Railroad, The Great Peace March.
Copyright 1986 Redwood Records
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Lisa Thiel: Songs of Transformation 1988
Songs and chants from Tibetan, Sikh, and Goddess sources. Side 1: We Come From the Stars, Candlemas Song, Lady of the Flowing
Waters, She's Been Waiting, May the Circle Be Open, Earth Song, Ek Ong Kar. Side 2: Acchi Mantra, Song of Courage, Saruba
Shakti Mantra, Padmasambhava Mantra, Krishna Govinda, Govinda Hari, Gopala.
Copyright 1988 Lisa Thiel
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Teresa Chandler and Karen Ripley: I Survived A Femme! 1993
Side 1: D-Y-K-E, That's My Ex-Lover, Desperately Dunking, Tax The Rich, Drug of Choice. Side 2: I Survived A Femme, Squeezin'
Yours, Show Me Where It Hurts, #1, Woman Go Where Woman Want.
Copyright 1993 Ruby Network
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Sweet Honey in the Rock: Sweet Honey in the Rock 1976
Sweet Honey in the Rock is an all-woman, African-American a cappella ensemble. They are an American Grammy Award-winning troupe
who express their history as women of color through song, dance, and sign language. Side 1: Sweet Honey in the Rock, The Sun
Will Never Go Down, Dream Variations, Let Us All Come Together, Joanne Little, Jesus is my Only Friend, Are There Any Rights
I'm Entitled to. Side 2: Going to See My Baby, You Make My Day Pretty, Hey Mann, Doing Things Together, Traveling Shoes, Sweet
Honey in the Rock #2.
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The Tacoma Women's Choir: The time is now... 1978
Director Tara O'Neil founded the Tacoma Women's Choir with the intention of creating an environment of political and social
activism. Side 1: Tzena, Two Good Arms, There Comes a Time, What if the Russians Don't Come?, Hwishu, Breaths, 12 Months of
Ronnie, Talking Want Ad. Side 2: Harriet Tubman, On Children, Testimony, Bread and Roses, Hay Una Mujer, Singing for Our Lives.
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Honor Moore, Margie Adam, Susan Griffin, Janet Marlow: Take Hands, Singing and Speaking for Survival 1984
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Nancy Vogel: Fight Like the Dancer 1986
Side 1: Till I'm Over Losing You; Myth of Love; The Wonder of Your Love; Oh, America; Mary Katherine. Side 2: Mercy Me, I'm
Lonely Tonight; Fight Like the Dancer; If You Care; Tumbleweed; I Don't Know Why; Start All Over Again.
Copyright 1986 BMI
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Kit Walker: Wind Follows the Tiger 1983
Kit Walker is recording artist. He plays new-age music and jazz. Side 1: The Swan, Zephyr, Seed/Blossom, Wind Follows the
Tiger. Side 2: Harvest Dance, Fruit of the Fields, Emptiness in My Hands, Mountain Folk.
Copyright 1983 Kit Walker
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Wild Women Don't Have the Blues 1981
Ida Cox, with the Coleman Hawkins Quintet, featuring Poy Eldridge and Sammy Price, Milt Hinton, and Jo Jones. Cox composed
the title song in 1924. It is well-known because of its strong feminist message. Original recording April 12 and 13, 1961
in New York City. Side 1: Wild Women Don't Have the Blues, Blues for Rampart Street, St. Louis Blues, Fogyism, Hard Times
Blues. Side 2: Cherry Pickin Blues; Hard, of Lord; Lawdy, Lawdy Blues; Death Letter Blues; Mama Goes Where Papa Goes.
Copyright 1981 Rosetta Records
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Various Artists: An Historical Sampling of Women Composers & the Music (Middle Ages to the Present) 1986
Side 1: La Musica, French Baroque Cantatas, Franz Schubert, Louise Reichardt, Fanny Mendelssoh Hensel, Nineteenth Century
Nonets, Lili Boulanger, Alma Mahler, Flute Reflections. Side 2: Clarinet, Violin, Piano; Judith Lang Zaimont; Song Cycles
for Soprano Plus, The New York Bassoon Quartet, Songs of American Composers.
Copyright 1986 Leonard Productions, Inc.
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Various Artists: An Historical Sampling of Women Composers & the Music (Middle Ages to the Present) 1986
Side 1: Music for the Mass by Nun Composers, The Romantic Handel, Nineteenth Century Lieder, For the Flute, Bela Bartok Quintet
for Piano and Strings, Trios for violin, cello, and piano. Side 2: String quartets, Music for Flute and Strings by Three Americans,
New Music from New England, Poems and Magic, Karel Husa, Priaulx Rainier, On the Edge.
Copyright 1986 Leonarda Productions, Inc.
Reading Performances 1980-83 Series 2. 1980-1983
Physical Description: 38 audio cassette tapes
Contains Reading performances by a variety of lesbian and feminist writers including Judy Grahn, Peg Crukshank, Judy Freespirit,
Kent Hyde, Elsa Gidlow, Pat Bond, Beverly Smith, Terri de la Pena and others. These readings range in audio quality and were
recorded at lesbian bars, bookstores, events and on KFPA radio.
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1 Radio Performance Tape 1 of 2: KPFA "Twelve Years of Lesbianism" 27 June 1981
Sections of a radio documentary on the history of lesbian activism featuring a lot of music. Included is a discussion on ways
to donate to the SCWU and feminist music.
Tape 2 will not play. Included is the first and third sections of the documentary.
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3 Reading Performances: Judy Grahn
"We Go Round The World" and "Butch/Femme"
12 June 1981
Begins with a discussion of Persephone Press. Side One includes selections from "We Go Round the World," a story detailing
the history of non-western gay cultures and terminologies.
Side Two could not be recorded
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9 Reading Performance
Cruikshank, Peg
2 December 1981
Cruikshank reading works to commemorate the opening of the archives. Includes stories by Linda Marie, Marilyn Hacker, Peg
Cruickshank, Cordova, Susan Cavin, Doris Davenport, Nancy Manahan and others. Many of the stories concern women discovering
and exploring their lesbian sexuality. The tape ends with a discussion on liberalism and gay politics.
Tape ends in the middle of a story.
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7th annual NWSA Convention
Feminist Jewish Womyn's Voices
Creating Choices through Feminist Education
22 June 1985
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Shadows of Aggar by Chris Anne Wolf Series 13. 1991
Physical Description: 12 audio cassette tapes
Recording, on 12 audio cassette tapes, of the science-fiction novel, Shadows of Aggar, by Chris Anne Wolf and published in
1991. 308 pages. Shadows of Aggar is Book One of the Amazons of Aggar Trilogy. Story centers around Diana n'Athena, who is
an Amazon working for the Terran empire on the planet of Aggar. Diana is on a mission to rescue a downed pilot, but she is
forced to be bonded with a Shadow, Elena, in order to fulfill her mission. The two women develop a relationship as they strive
to prevent intergalactic war. Author Chris Anne Wolf died in 1997.
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Shadows of Aggar 1991
Pages 1-21. Shadows of Aggar is by Chris Anne Wolf and was published in 1991. Shadows of Aggar is Book One of the Amazons
of Aggar Trilogy. Story centers around Diana n'Athena, who is an Amazon working for the Terran empire on the planet of Aggar.
Diana is on a mission to rescue a downed pilot, but she is forced to be bonded with a Shadow, Elena, in order to fulfill her
mission. The two women develop a relationship as they strive to prevent intergalactic war. Author Chris Anne Wolf died in
1997.
Interviews Cassettes Series 8. 1973-1991
Physical Description: 34 audio cassette tapes
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Breathing Room Interview
Kris Welch Morning Show
5 December 1982, 4 January 1983
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Slides circa 1984
Transcribed from paper in cassette case:
Slides -
From Ret's Air Force scrapbook 1951
Tape - Bunny asked Ret to say something about each slide as it was projected on the wall; this was around 1984.
For more info see Ret in the film BEFORE STONEWALL; also see transcript of her B4 Stonewall interview in its entirety.
Slides -
From Ret's Air Force scrapbook 1951
Tape - Bunny asked Ret to say something about each slide as it was projected on the wall; this was around 1984.
For more info see Ret in the film BEFORE STONEWALL; also see transcript of her B4 Stonewall interview in its entirety.
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Women Writers Read Their Work Series 15. 1976-1986
Physical Description: 37 audio cassette tapes
Recordings of women writers reading and discussing their work poetry readings, poetry performances, radio shows, and professionally-recorded
poetry. Authors included are Eloise Klein Healy, Adrienne Rich, Anne Sexton, Alice Bloch, Aleida Rodriguez, Ann Nietzke, Mitsuye
Yamada, Nellie Wong, Honor Moore, Wanda Coleman, and others.
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Eloise Klein Healy: A Packet Beating Like a Heart [ca. 1980s]
Reading performance by Eloise Klein Healy of poems from her book, A Packet Beating Like a Heart, at the Women's Building,
in Los Angeles, CA, as part of the Women's Writers Program. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry
and founded Arktoi Books. Healy was also involved in the Woman's Building, the Westcoast feminist cultural center, throughout
the 1970s and 1980s in various positions including teacher and Board of Directors. Healy was the Founding Chair of the MFA
in Creative Writing Program at Antioch University Los Angeles, was the director of the Women's Studies Program at California
State University Northridge, and was co-founder of ECO-ARTS, an eco-tourism/arts venture.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Publication Parts for Building Change 2 April 1976
Eloise Klein Healy reading to an audience from her book of poetry, Building Some Changes. Healy is an American poet who has
published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi Books. Healy was also involved in the Woman's Building, the Westcoast feminist
cultural center, throughout the 1970s and 1980s in various positions including teacher and Board of Directors. Healy was the
Founding Chair of the MFA in Creative Writing Program at Antioch University Los Angeles, was the director of the Women's Studies
Program at California State University Northridge, and was co-founder of ECO-ARTS, an eco-tourism/arts venture.
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Women Writers Series: Allen, Graham, Healy 29 May 1982
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Eloise Klein Healy: Interviewed by Claudia Bonard 5 December 1980
Recording of interview of Eloise Klein Healy by Claudia Bonard. They discuss Healy's poetry and writing, small press publishers,
and her book, A Packet Beating Like a Heart-published in 1981. A Packet Beating Like a Heart is a collection poems from Los
Angeles-life as seen from a car window and emotions experienced at freeways speeds. The book was first published by Books
of a Feather Press. Healy and Bonard discuss the benefits of publishing with a small press, including the ability to keep
control over how the book will be published.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Interviewed by Jessica Schuman 29 December 1978
Recording of interview of Eloise Klein Healy by Jessica Schuman. They discuss influences, inspiration and topics in Healy's
writing, including the city of Los Angeles. Healy also reads her work. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books
of poetry and founded Arktoi Books. Healy was also involved in the Woman's Building, the Westcoast feminist cultural center,
throughout the 1970s and 1980s in various positions including teacher and Board of Directors. Healy was the Founding Chair
of the MFA in Creative Writing Program at Antioch University Los Angeles, was the director of the Women's Studies Program
at California State University Northridge, and was co-founder of ECO-ARTS, an eco-tourism/arts venture.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Interview on Poetry Connection 19 March 1983
Eloise Klein Healy is interviewed on KPFK 90.7, Los Angeles, Pacifica Radio's Poetry Connection show. Hosts are Austin Strauss
and Wanda Coleman. They discuss her career as a teacher at a high school and at universities throughout Los Angeles, her books
and work, and what influences and inspires-including her youth and the city of Los Angeles-her writing. Klein also reads selected
poems. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi Books. Healy was also involved in
the Woman's Building, the Westcoast feminist cultural center, throughout the 1970s and 1980s in various positions including
teacher and Board of Directors. Healy was the Founding Chair of the MFA in Creative Writing Program at Antioch University
Los Angeles, was the director of the Women's Studies Program at California State University Northridge, and was co-founder
of ECO-ARTS, an eco-tourism/arts venture.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Sisterhood Bookstore Minimarathon 1 November 1982
In celebration of Sisterhood Bookstore's tenth anniversary, Eloise Klein Healy organized a Los Angeles women writers reading.
Healy is introduced as MC of the event and goes on to discuss the agenda. Healy reads her own poetry, followed by Carol Lem
reading her own. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi Books. Healy was also involved
in the Woman's Building, the Westcoast feminist cultural center, throughout the 1970s and 1980s in various positions including
teacher and Board of Directors. Healy was the Founding Chair of the MFA in Creative Writing Program at Antioch University
Los Angeles, was the director of the Women's Studies Program at California State University Northridge, and was co-founder
of ECO-ARTS, an eco-tourism/arts venture.
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Judy Grahn: Women Writers Series 29 May 1982
Judy Grahn reads Plain Song and other poems for the Women Writers Series, organized by the Women's Building in Los Angeles,
CA. Grahn is an American poet and writer. Her work focuses on feminist and lesbian issues. Grahn has written and published
in 12 books. Grahn was a member of the Gay Women's Liberation Group, the first lesbian-feminist collective on the West Coast,
founded in 1969.
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Jacqueline De Angelis: Interviewed by Eloise Klein Healy 22 December 1982
Jacqueline De Angelis is interviewed on KPFK 90.7, Los Angeles, Pacifica Radio's Women's Words, which is hosted by Los Angeles
writer, Eloise Klein Healy. De Angelis' short story book, The Main Gate, is about to be published by Paradise Press. De Angelis
is also an editor at Books of a Feather Press. The two writers discuss the transition from poet to fiction writer, topics
in writing, benefits of short stories, and influences and inspirations for work. De Angelis also reads some of her work.
Audio is scratchy.
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Doris Davenport & Frances Espana: Sisterhood Bookstore Minimarathon 1 November 1982
In celebration of its' tenth anniversary, the Sisterhood Bookstore organized a Los Angeles women writers reading performance.
This is a recording of Doris Davenport and Frances Espana as they read their work. Davenport is a lesbian feminist writer
that has two books of poetry of her own and has been published in various anthologies and reviews.
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Wanda Coleman & Michelle Cliff 1 April 1983
Recording of Wanda Coleman and Michelle Cliff reading their work at the Social and Public Art Resource Center (SPARC), in
Venice, CA, in conjunction with the Women's Building in Los Angeles, CA. Founded in 1976, SPARC is an arts center that produces,
preserves and conducts educational programs about community based public art works. The Women's Building was founded in 1973
by a group of women artists who were motivated by the feminist movement and lesbian activism. Wanda Coleman is an African
American poet who grew up in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles. Coleman reads from her previously published and upcoming
books of poetry. Michelle Cliff is a novelist and poet, born in Jamaica, whose work focuses on issues of race, class, and
sexuality.
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Laurel Ann Bogen: Interviewed by Eloise Klein Healy 15 October 1982
A recording of a Women's Words episode on KPFK 90.7 Los Angeles, with host Eloise Klein Healy and guest Laurel Ann Bogen.
The two writer discuss music, writing, poetry, and the process of getting books published. Bogen is a poet, teacher, and performance
artist living in Los Angeles, CA.
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Alice Bloch & Deena Metzger: Women Writers Series 7 May 1983
Alice Bloch and Deena Metzger read selected written works for the Women Writers Series, organized by the Women's Building
in Los Angeles, CA. Bloch is a Jewish lesbian writer, teacher, and has written two novels and an anthology of poetry. Metzger
was the founder of the writing program at the Women's Building, is a writer, poet, and teacher.
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Margaret Atwood 7 May 1978
Margaret Eleanor Atwood reads selected poetry at the Women's Building in Los Angeles, CA. Atwood was born on November 18,
1939 and is a Canadian poet, novelist, literary critic, and environmental activist. She is also a founder of the Writers'
Trust of Canada, a non-profit literary organization that seeks to encourage Canada's writing community.
Audio is difficult to understand at the beginning, with scratchiness and street sounds, but becomes clearer after minute 4.
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Paula Gunn Allen: Literary Salon [ca. 1980s]
Paula Gunn Allen discusses American Indian women, spirituality, and her professional life. She reads her and other writers'
poems and provides analysis. Gunn Allen was a Native American poet, literary critic, lesbian activist, and novelist. She edited
four collections of Native American traditional stories and contemporary works, and wrote two biographies of Native American
women
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Mitsuye Yamada and Nellie Wong: Women Writers Series 21 May 1983
Mitsuye Yamada and Nellie Wong read selections from their work at the Women's Building in Los Angeles, CA. They also discuss
inspiration behind the work they read. Nellie Wong is a Chinese American, born in Oakland, CA, and is a poet and activist
for feminist and socialist causes. Yamada is a Japanese American activist, feminist, essayist, poet, story writer, editor,
and former professor of English.
Audio on Side 1 only.
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Nellie Wong and Mitsuye Yamada: 9th Annual Women Writers Series 21 November 1983
Mitsuye Yamada and Nellie Wong read selections from their work at the Women's Building in Los Angeles, CA. Asian Pacific Women's
Network co-sponsored the evening of readings by Asian American writers. They also discuss inspiration behind the work they
read. Nellie Wong is a Chinese American, born in Oakland, CA, and is a poet and activist for feminist and socialist causes.
Yamada is a Japanese American activist, feminist, essayist, poet, story writer, editor, and former professor of English. Note:
Audio on Side 1 only.
Audio on Side 1 only
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Terry Wolverton and M.T. Hughes: Anti-Racism International [ca. 1980s]
KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles radio program discussing anti-racism, with guest Terry Wolverton. They take calls from the public
and discuss anti-racism efforts at organizations across Los Angeles, including at the Social and Public Art Resource Center
in Venice, CA. Terry Wolverton was born in 1954 and is an American novelist, memoirist, poet, and editor. Her published works
include, Insurgent Muse: Life and Art at the Woman's Building, The Labrys Reunion, and Embers.
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Anne Sexton Reads [ca. 1970s]
Anne Sexton reads her selections of her work. Sexton (1928-1974) was an American poet from Massachusetts. Her highly confessional
prose includes themes of depression, her suicidal tendencies, and her relationships with her husband and children.
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Jane Rule: Interviewed by Eloise Klein Healy 26 February 1983
Jane Rule is interviewed on KPFK 90.7, Los Angeles, Pacifica Radio's Women's Words, which is hosted by Los Angeles writer,
Eloise Klein Healy. They discuss inspiration and reasoning for Rule's writing style, writing format, and characters, as well
as Rule's involvement in arts communities. Rule also reads selections for her work. Rule(1931-2007) was a Canadian writer
of lesbian-themed novels and non-fiction.
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Alice Bloch and Aleida Rodriguez: Women Writers Series 30 October 1982
Alice Bloch and Aleida Rodriquez read selected written works for the Women Writers Series, organized by the Women's Building
in Los Angeles, CA. Bloch is a Jewish lesbian writer, teacher, and has written two novels and an anthology of poetry. Born
in Havana and brought to America at age nine, Rodríguez is a poet, essayist, and artist. Her poetry incorporates themes of
exile, escape, and questions of impossible return.
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Adrienne Rich: Interviewed by Eloise Klein Healy 17 February 1983
Recording of Adrienne Rich as guest on Eloise Klein Healy's radio show, Women's Words, on KPFK 90.7. They discuss Rich's decision
to become a poet, her family and background, feminism, influences in her writing and her published works. Rich also reads
selections from her work. Rich lived from 1929 to 2012 and was an American poet, essayist, and feminist.
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Adrienne Rich: CSULB 28 January 1982
Recording of Adrienne Rich's reading performance at California State University Long Beach. The reading was organized by Department
of Women's Studies. Rich reads a series of poems including, Power, Hunger, A Woman Dead in her Forties, Cost to Coast, Transit,
For Julia in Nebraska, Rift, For Memory, Heroines, For Ethel Rosenberg, and The Spirit of Place. Rich lived from 1929 to 2012
and was an American poet, essayist, and feminist.
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Ann Nietzke: Interviewed by Eloise Klein Healy [ca. 1980s]
Ann Nietzke is a guest on Eloise Klein Healy's radio show, Women's Words, on KPFK 90.7. Ann Nietzke is a Los Angeles-based
writer. The two writers discuss Nietzke's novel, Window Light, a fictional story based in Venice, CA. They also talk about
Nietzke's background, career, and inspiration for writing.
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Ann Nietzke: Literary Salon 6 February 1983
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Honor Moore: Women's Building 1 April 1978
Honor Moore reads her poetry and other writing at the Women's Building in Los Angeles, CA. Moore is an American writer of
poetry, creative nonfiction and plays. She is the author of three collections of poems: Red Shoes, Darling, and Memoir; two
works of nonfiction, The White Blackbird and The Bishop's Daughter; and the play Mourning Pictures, which was produced on
Broadway and published in The New Women's Theatre: Ten Plays by Contemporary American Women, which she edited.
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Honor Moore: SPARC Reading 29 July 1982
Honor Moore's reading performance at the Social and Public Art Resource Center in Venice, CA. She reads select poems. Moore
is an American writer of poetry, creative nonfiction and plays. She is the author of three collections of poems: Red Shoes,
Darling, and Memoir; two works of nonfiction, The White Blackbird and The Bishop's Daughter; and the play Mourning Pictures,
which was produced on Broadway and published in The New Women's Theatre: Ten Plays by Contemporary American Women, which she
edited.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Some From Ten Poems 1975-1985 1985
Recording of poems by Eloise Klein Healy. The poems were written between 1975 and 1985. Recording was done at Prism Productions
in Sylmar, California. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi Books.
Duplicate recording in Poetry Cassettes Collection.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Poets in Los Angeles 1 October 1986
Recording of KCRW 89.9 FM radio show, Poets in LA, with host Bill Mohr. Los Angeles poets, Jerome Rothenberg and Eloise Klein
Healy are guests. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi Books. Healy was also involved
in the Woman's Building, the Westcoast feminist cultural center, throughout the 1970s and 1980s in various positions including
teacher and Board of Directors. Healy was the Founding Chair of the MFA in Creative Writing Program at Antioch University
Los Angeles, was the director of the Women's Studies Program at California State University Northridge, and was co-founder
of ECO-ARTS, an eco-tourism/arts venture.
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Judy Grahn: Sisterhood Bookstore 31 January 1982
Judy Grahn reads selections from her book. Paula Gunn Allen also reads at the event. Grahn is an American poet and writer.
Her work focuses on feminist and lesbian issues. Grahn has written and published in 12 books. Grahn was a member of the Gay
Women's Liberation Group, the first lesbian-feminist collective on the West Coast, founded in 1969.
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no22 Forum Panel Tape 1
Sistervisions: Black Women Artists on Film
Introduction by B. Love
undated
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Anti Racism workshop 13 June 1982
Talk on Native American Lesbian issues and the need to research their history. Tape one features Terry Wolverton speaking
on how to deal with racism as a writer. Tape two features a discussion on native american lesbian history.
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Young Lesbians and Black Lesbian Community 8 October 1989, 10 December 1989
Index to Records/Cassettes/Videos Cassettes Series 20. 1972-1982
Physical Description: 21 audio cassette tapes
Recordings of various lectures, meetings, interviews, and readings on a number of topics, including literature, poetry, sexuality,
feminism throughout history, lesbians in history, and child advocacy. Speakers include Serena Stier, Sharon McDonald, Mary
Daly, John Bowell, Kate Millett, Elena Dikewomon, Dr. Ann Matter, Dr. Bernadette Brooten, Judy Grahn, and others.
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Ralph Macgowan: Coming Out in 1972, 1963, and 1984 1 March 1985
Lindel MacGowan interview recorded for a class called Lesbian Lives, Lesbian Thought. Conversation is between two women, and
they discuss their experience coming out because of a greater understanding of homo-sexuality. They also discuss their early
lives, involvement in social and community activism, and personal relationships.
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Mary Daly: At UCLA 19 November 1987
Recording from KPFK's "Feminist Magazine," Mary Daly speaks at the University of California, Los Angeles, presenting an explanation
of feminist theology. Daly was an American radical feminist philosopher, academic, and theologian. Daly, who described herself
as a "radical lesbian feminist," taught at Boston College for 33 years. Daly retired in 1999, after violating university policy
by refusing to allow male students in her advanced women's studies classes. She passed away in January 2010.
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Lesbian Masquerade 24 November 1979
Narrated by Lynn Fonfa, "Lesbian Masquerade" was a presentation of a slide show of a group of women in 19th century San Francisco
who dressed as and passed as men. The San Francisco Lesbian History Project hosted the event, which took place in Los Angeles,
CA.
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Kate Millett: National Women's Political Caucus State Meeting May 1972
The National Women's Political Caucus of California held a statewide organizing convention in Bakersfield. The recording is
of guest speaker, Kate Millett addressing the convention audience. Millett discusses the state of the country as concerned
with politics, women, and the women's liberation movement. She also addresses prevalent issues of the time, including upcoming
elections, President Richard Nixon, and the Vietnam War. Kate Millet is an American writer, feminist, artist and a civil rights
and peace activist. She is the author of the 1970 bestseller, "Sexual Politics."
Audio breaks up throughout.
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John Boswell: Love in the Christian Tradition 22 October 1983
John Boswell presents his work and ideas on the issues surrounding sexuality, homosexuality, and the Christian tradition.
The focus of the talk is on the Biblical story of Paul. Boswell was a prominent historian and a professor at Yale University.
Many of Boswell's studies focused on the issue of homosexuality and religion, specifically homosexuality and Christianity.Boswell
died of complications from AIDS in New Haven, Connecticut, on December 24, 1994, at age 47.
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John Boswell: Evening Session 22 October 1983
John Boswell presents his work and ideas on the issues surrounding sexuality, homosexuality, and the Christian tradition.
Boswell was a prominent historian and a professor at Yale University. Many of Boswell's studies focused on the issue of homosexuality
and religion, specifically homosexuality and Christianity.Boswell died of complications from AIDS in New Haven, Connecticut,
on December 24, 1994, at age 47.
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Dr. Ann Matter and Dr. Bernadette Brooten: The Lazarus Project 30 November 1985
Dr. Ann Matter presents an inquiry into the history of lesbians in medieval Europe. Dr. E Ann Matter is a Professor of Religious
Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Bernadetter J. Brooten presents an examination of biblical references to homosexuality,
with a focus on Paul's condemnation of female homoeroticism. Brooten is an American religious scholar and Kraft-Hiatt Professor
of Christian Studies at Brandeis University.
Tape is inaudible at various points.
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Elana Dykewomon: Benefit for Lesbian Cultural Center 8 May 1981
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Judy Grahn Lecture: To Surface with Lesbian Gods 1983
Recording of Judy Grahn speaking as part of the Sappho Lectures at the New School. She presents the essay: "To Surface with
Lesbian Gods." The lecture examines the gay elements in poetry throughout history, presents the work of lesbian poets, and
discusses the significance of the ancient Greek lyric poet, Sappho. Grahn discusses her life and work as a writer. Judy Rae
Grahn is an American poet, born July 28, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois. Grahn's work focuses on the feminist and lesbian experience.
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San Francisco Gay and Lesbian History Project: Capitalism and Gay Identity 13 April 1980
Recording of talk and open forum on the topic of why gay and lesbian communities have developed in specific areas, hosted
by the San Francisco Gay and Lesbian History Project. The speakers are John D'Emilio, whose studies focused on the origins
of the gay political movement, and Amber Hollibaugh, who participated in political activism for gay rights, worked Modern
Times Bookstore and studied gender and sexuality. D'Emilio's talk, "Capitalism and Gay Identity," focuses on how capitalism-as
an expanding, free labor system-has encouraged gay communities to build and become open, as well as shaped gay identity. The
SF Gay and Lesbian History Project began in the fall of 1978 to discuss the history of gay and lesbian communities in San
Francisco, as well as the rest of the country. The group conducts research and oral histories, as well as produces scholarly
work and forums.
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San Francisco Gay and Lesbian History Project: From Sexual Politics to Community 13 April 1980
Recording of talk and open forum on the topic of why gay and lesbian communities have developed in specific areas, hosted
by the San Francisco Gay and Lesbian History Project. The speakers are John D'Emilio, whose studies focused on the origins
of the gay political movement, and Amber Hollibaugh, who participated in political activism for gay rights, worked Modern
Times Bookstore and studied gender and sexuality. Hollibaugh's talk, "From Sexual Politics to Community," examines the roots
of activism in gay and lesbian communities. The SF Gay and Lesbian History Project began in the fall of 1978 to discuss the
history of gay and lesbian communities in San Francisco, as well as the rest of the country. The group conducts research and
oral histories, as well as produces scholarly work and forums.
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Lisa Ben Tape [ca. 1980s]
Side 1: Recording of Lisa Ben discussing her writing and songwriting as a reflection of society and her personal life. She
also performs her songs. Side 2: Ben discusses her views and attitudes towards society and gay culture. Lisa Ben was born
Edith Eyde in San Francisco, CA. She is an editor, author, and songwriter. She created the first widely known lesbian publication,
Vice Versa.
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Del Martin, Phyllis Lyon, and Velnicia Rose [ca. 1980s]
Interview with Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon. The couple discuss their personal experience coming out and seeking support, their
relationship, their involvement is civil and feminist activism, as well the founding of the Daughters of Bilitis. 17 minutes
of audio on Side 1 only.
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Serena Stier: Child Advocacy undated
Discussion with Serena Stier on the topic of child advocacy, including issues with foster children, children's legal rights,
and society's responsibilities to children. Stier has earned various degrees in psychology and has taught as a faculty member
at the University of Iowa College of Law. She has published in the areas of legal ethics, child welfare, psychology, and public
policy.
Various Topics Cassettes Series 12. 1976-1994
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American Library Association Gay Task Force Panel on Gay/Lesbian Archives 28 June 1983
Recording of Gay Task Force Panel at ALA, focused on gay and lesbian archives. Speakers: Barbara Gihings, Judith Schwarz,
Jim Kepner
Audiotape becomes warped at times, and is hard to understand. Side 1 only, stops recording at 10:15 minutes.
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Yer Girlfriend, L-Word Spoken Here 1991
Professionally recorded music album of group, Yer Girlfriend. Album title is "L-Word Spoken Here." Group includes Carol Kraemer,
Laura Shine, Kathy Weisbach, Patty O. Veranda, and Phyllis Free. album was produced by Yer Girlfirend and Rog Magallon, was
recorded at Studio 2002 in New Albany, Indiana, and was distributed by Esther Records. Songs on Side A: Take Another Step,
Painfully True, PMS Breakdown, Take Back Our Lives and L-Word. Songs on Side B: Dyketime, Torn, Still Waters, Angry Atthis,
and Remain. Liner notes include song lyrics and images of band members.
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Christianity and Tolerance 22 October 1983
John Boswell discusses his book, Christianity, Social Tolerance, and Homosexuality (published 1980). Boswell reads excerpts
from the book and argues that homosexuality was not necessarily condemned in the ancient and medieval world. He questions
whether the Bible is really a foundation for the negative attitudes and hostility toward homosexuality that are present in
the modern world.
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Why Dykes Go Straight Forum 24 October 1982
Recording of forum, "Why Dykes Go Straight," where various issues surrounding being a lesbian are discussed, including family
relationships, work environment, support systems available, coming out, and keeping homosexuality a secret.
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National Lesbian Conference: Future Workshop, Tape 2 of 2 10 October 1988
Recording of panel at the National Lesbian Conference, organized by the National Organization for Women, in San Diego, CA.
Belinda Paras and Michelle Crone are speakers. Politics, elections, legislation, coalitions, and social change are discussed.
Tape 1 in Conference Cassettes series, Box 2, Folder 7.
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Helen in Egypt 1981
A reading of the epic poem, Helen in Egypt, written by H.D.(born Hilda Doolittle). In the poem, Helen of Troy is given a voice
to share her story. From the audio cassette's liner notes: "This recording was made some time between September and November
1955 in Switzerland."
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Bev Kozlow Interview 1 May 1984
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Women and the Arts - UWEX 1985
Recording of University of Wisconsin-Extension (UWEX) Conference panel with speaker, Maryo G. Ewell, the Director of Community
Art Program in Colorado. Ewell shares the activities that are being done at her program and explains the feminist definition
of community arts.
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A Visit with Two First-Century Women Who Loved Women / Post-Christian Feminist Spirituality 30 November 1985
Recording of academic talks organized and presented by the Lazarus Project. Dr. Bernadette Brooten presents "A Visit with
Two First-Century Women Who Loved Women," with research on lesbians in antiquity. Dr. Brooten is a religious scholar, focused
on the New Testament, Judaism, early literature and history, women and religion, and feminist sexual ethics. Dr. Ann Matter
presents "Post-Christian Feminist Spirituality," detailing worship, God, the goddess and spirituality. Dr. Matter's areas
of expertise are history of Christian culture, history of interpretation of the Bible, spirituality and mysticism in the Christian
tradition, women in Christian history, and sexuality in Christian history.
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Meet the Peace and Freedom Party / Socialist Feminist Slate, Tape 1 of 2 19 May 1990
90 minute recording of talk about the purpose, values, and goals of the Peace and Freedom party and the upcoming elections
in California. Party candidates introduce themselves, share platform for election of desired position, and respond to questions
from audience. Held at the State Building in Los Angeles, CA.
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Buffalo Women's Oral History / Paris Lesbians in 1920s 9-10 October 1982
Recording of talks at the Gay Academic Union National Conference in Chicago on October 9 and 10, 1982. Side 1 is a recording
of "Buffalo Women's Oral History Project," with speakers Liz Kennedy and Madeline Davis, on Oct 10, 1982. "Buffalo Women's
Oral History Project" is a description of a study conducted of the lesbian community in Buffalo, NY in 1940-1960s. Side 2
is "Paris Lesbians in 1920s," with speaker Karla Jay, on October 9, 1982. "Paris Lesbians" shares an account of notable lesbians
in Paris in the 1920s.
Recording is taken from audience, so speaker's voice is at a distance.
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Coming Out Stories Spring 1983
Recording of personal coming out stories told by women in Pamela Grey's Lesbian Lives class at San Francisco State University
in spring 1983.
Handwritten label on tape indicated, "Tape 1 of 2 Tapes." Second tape is not in box.
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Ralph MacCowan, On Coming Out 1 March 1985
Interview with Ralph MacCowan, describing her personal coming out story. Also discuss relationships with women, family environment,
and work.
Handwritten label on tape indicates, Tape 2, but no other related tapes are in box.
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Breast Cancer Update 11 November 1994
Dr. Susan Love presents research and conclusions about breast cancer as of 1994. Covers various issues and myths surrounding
breast cancer, including risk factors, sexual orientation as risk factor, testing, lack of prevention, treatment, and health
care.
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Fat Sisters, Translation of Sappho undated
Reading of Mary Barnard's translation of Sappho. Reader may be Elana Dykewomon. Sappho was an Ancient Greek poet from the
island of Lesbos. Her poetry focused on physical relationships and passion, with both men and women, contributing to the foundation
of the term, lesbians.
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Alice Block Interview for Lesbian News Issues December 1985-January 1986
Alice Block is interviewed by Claudia J. McMullen for Lesbian News Issues. Discuss her career as a writer, family, involvement
with Judaism, time spent in Israel, personal experience as lesbian, and writing on the topic of lesbianism.
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KPFK: Time Line 1984
Recording of KPFK 90.7 FM radio presentation, Time Line, which was put together with clips for the radio show, IMRU. Time
Line was a review key events and movements in gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transsexual history. The episode focused on events
from the late 1960s and the 1970s, such as the Stonewall Riots in 1969, Anita Bryant's 1977 reaction to a Dade County's ordinance
prohibiting discrimination based on sexuality, Harvey Milk's swearing in as a San Francisco Supervisor in January 1978, his
assassination in November of that year, and more protests and marches. IMRU is a weekly live progressive radio magazine covering
news, entertainment, culture, social justice & issues of interest to the LGBT community of Southern California.
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Karlene Earina / Norma Stafford April 1997
Meeting or discussion with Karlene Earina and Norma Stafford. A variety of speakers, perhaps from audience, discuss political
affiliation, feminism, and lesbian issues. Norma Stafford was an American poet who began writing while she was an inmate at
the California Institution for Women.
Recording was taken from audience, speaker is almost unintelligible.
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Lesbian Pulp 21 April 1981
Birdie Yusba presents talk on lesbian literary history, focusing on lesbian paperback pulp fiction. Yusba outlines the history
of lesbian pulp, explains its cultural and historical significance, discusses various authors' experience with writing and
readers, and shares examples of specific nobles with analysis.
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Battering in Relationships [ca. 1980s]
Side 1 of tape begins with advertisement for adoption of orphan children. Majority of recording is a KPFA radio show, Women's
Magazine, with host, Reyna Lee and guests, Del Martin and Susan Elizabeth. Show's topic is domestic violence (emotional and
physical), with callers sharing their personal experiences with domestic violence and a discussion on domestic violence in
homosexual relationships, the effects experienced by victims and resources available. Del Martin was a San Francisco reporter,
writer, feminist, and gay-rights activist. Side 2 is interview with Harriet Davis, who was in a relationship with a man who
was physically and verbally abusive and is accused of killing him.
Tape label indicates that this is Tape 2 of 2, but Tape 1 is not in collection box.
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Karlene Faith and R. Ruth Linden: Prisons 29 November 1976
Karlene Faith and Robin Ruth Linden discuss women in prisons. The talk took place in Los Angeles, CA. Faith is a feminist
and human rights activist, and has also written books on the topic of women and incarceration (Unruly Women: The Politics
of Confinement and Resistance, 1993). Linden is a sociologist that specializes in feminism, women's health, and techno-medicine.
Side 2 of tape is predominantly a recording of music.
One of the speakers is hard to understand.
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Panel on Lesbian Sexuality: Older Women undated
Panel moderated by [Hill?] Bender, a student at the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality in San Francisco, CA,
focused on studying lesbians and issues with age and sexuality. Speakers on the panel discuss various issues that arise in
sexuality with age, and also take questions from the audience. Matilde Moore is a panelist, a doctor who holds therapy groups
for older women, who discusses frequent issues she has encountered in her practice.
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Lesbians Consider Parenting undated
Panel on the topic of lesbians parenting, covering the various issues that women confront when considering and beginning to
parent. Panelists take questions from audience and discuss topics such as insemination, sperm donors, choosing the biological
parent, health care, single parenthood, family relationships, economic issues, parenting counseling, and how lesbians parenting
are viewed by the public.
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Women of Antiquity [ca. 1980s]
Leslie Calman, professor of women's studies and political science at Barnard College, outlines the development of the contemporary
feminist movement in the United States. Calman makes clear that there are several movements, that have different roots and
varying organization and ideologies. Calman also discusses the different types of women who joined the feminist movement throughout
the 20th century. In Side 2, Calman reads from texts from her course, Women in Antiquity, focusing on documented stories of
women-common and powerful women-in antiquity. She notes the lack of women in politics and the intellectual sphere.
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Current Themes in Women's Writing: Masturbation 1974
From the program, Current Themes, the episode is titled Masturbation and is recorded in Los Angeles, CA. The goal of the program
is to familiarize women with "loving themselves" in order to free themselves. Included are personal accounts of women first
becoming familiar with masturbation, poetry readings, and excerpts from novels.
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Telewoman Newsletter: Olis Restaurant [ca. early 1980s]
Interview with Barbara and Jean of Oli's Restaurant in San Francisco, CA, by Telewoman Newsletter. Discuss details about the
restaurant's hours, type of food, and clientele, as well as the concept of a completely woman-run restaurant. Telewoman was
a San Francisco Bay Area newsletter, published from 1980 to 1983.
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Ann Bradley's Lesbian Writers Series: Willyce Kim and Kitty Tsui 18 March 1989
From Ann Bradley's Lesbian Writers Series. Recording was taken at Different Light Book Store, a book store dedicated to gay
and lesbian literature and news. Side 1 is Willyce Kim reading passages from her novel, Dead Heat (published in 1988), and
poetry from a recently completed manuscript. Kitty Tsui also reads from a recently completed manuscript. Kitty Tsui was born
in Hong Kong, raised in California, and is a poet, activist, and body builder.
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Ageism and Medical Care for Old Lesbians 10 July 1992
Recorded at the 14th annual National Lesbian and Gay Health Conference, a panel on medical care for older lesbians. Speakers
from Old Lesbians Organizing for Change coalition, discuss issues arising in older lesbian communities, including family,
retirement, health care, age, and sexuality.
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Liz Kennedy at UCLA 16 February 1989
Dr. Elizabeth Lapovsky Kennedy presents her research, compiled from oral histories, on lesbian women from the 1930s to 1960s
at UCLA. Recording begins Karen Sax giving opening remarks to the series, Reclaiming Honor and Rejoicing in Lesbian Herstory,
co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of Women at UCLA. Liz Kennedy and Marge Kramer follow with lectures on their research
in the field of women's studies. Dr. Kennedy (born 1939) pioneered the foundation for the field of Women's Studies and is
a gay and lesbian historian whose book Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold: A History of the Lesbian Community (co-authored
with Madeline Davis and published in 1993) documents the lesbian community of Buffalo, NY in the decades before Stonewall.
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Cheryl Clark: Living as a Lesbian 30 March 1989
Cheryl Clarke reading from her novel, Living as a Lesbian (published in 1986), at Cal State University Los Angeles. Clarke
reads from her book of poetry, Narratives: Poems in the Tradition of Black Women (1982), and another book, Humid Pitch (1989).
Clarke is a Black feminist writer, activist, and professor from Washington DC.
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Casselberry-Dupree [ca. 1990s]
Recording of music duo, Casselberry-Dupree. Music incorporates African, Latin, and reggae influence with folk, soul, and country.
Audio on Side 1 only. Audio cassette tape and case both have the note, Do Not Copy.
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Saunders and Goldberg undated
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KHSU Women's Show: Older Lesbians 1 September 1987
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Mary, Myth, and Mysticism: The Past Transformation into the Future 30 November 1985
As part of The Lazarus Project, Dr. Ann Matter presents a talk on Christian feminism and the possibility that Christianity,
spirituality, and the goddess in history are all connected to present-day issues having to do with lesbians and religion.
Dr. Matter (born 1947) is Associate Dean for Arts & Letters and Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Pennsylvania.
She specializes in Medieval Christianity, including mysticism, women and religion, sexuality and religion, manuscript and
textual studies and sacred music.
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Conferences/Festivals Yosemite Debates/Pacific Center Resolutions 25 October 1981
Recording of meetings, debates and resolutions over planning of and issues surrounding conferences and festivals that are
focused on women. Topics included in the recording: women of color, Jewish women, Robin Tyler, racism, classism, anti-Semitism,
working class women, money, and substance use.
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Gay Olympic Games Interviews August 1982
Interviews with participating athletes in Gay Olympic Games, first held in San Francisco in 1982. Interviewees were mainly
women, and discussed personal background, training, fundraising, camaraderie at Games, and experience participating as "out"
lesbians.
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National Association for Lesbian and Gay Gerontology Conference on Aging: Sexuality Panel 25 June 1983
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National Association for Lesbian and Gay Gerontology Conference on Aging: Rural Lesbian Panel 25 June 1983
Panel discussion about lesbians in rural areas. Topics include personal experiences growing up in rural areas, living in rural
areas as adults, and the kind of work participating lesbians from rural areas are doing-specifically, working with senior
community.
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National Association for Lesbian and Gay Gerontology Conference on Aging: Illness in the Lesbian Community 25 June 1983
Forum based on the topics of catastrophic and chronic illnesses in women-specifically lesbian women-encounter in older age
and the ways in which persons have coped and dealt with illnesses. Also discuss emotional and physical stress, family relationships,
personal relationships, health care system, and medical costs.
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National Association for Lesbian and Gay Gerontology Conference on Aging: Minority Issues 25 June 1983
Workshop on the issue of elderly minorities who are gay and lesbian. Moderator uses the term "third world" elderly gay and
lesbian. There are four speakers who present their research and experience working with elderly minorities who are gay and
lesbian.
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National Association for Lesbian and Gay Gerontology Conference on Aging: Alternative Housing 25 June 1983
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National Association for Lesbian and Gay Gerontology Conference on Aging: Lesbians Over 65 Survey 30 June 1983
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National Gay and Lesbian Task Force 12th Annual Creating Change Conference: Our Movement's 2nd Century, Tape 1 of 2 1999
Recording of plenary sessions and welcome to participants at The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force's Creating Change Conference
in Oakland, California. Announce and celebrate achievements made nationally by national partners. A variety of speakers also
discuss own work and achievements.
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National Gay and Lesbian Task Force 12th Annual Creating Change Conference: Politics is a Many Gendered Thing, Tape 1 of 2 1999
California Governor and Oakland Mayor (at the time) Jerry Brown speaks at National Gay and Lesbian Task Force's 12th Annual
Creating Change Conference in Oakland, California. Discusses the activism needs in Oakland, new political and civil initiatives,
diversity, and welcomes the conference members to Oakland. Yosenio V. Lewis and Jonathan Winters, as organizers, also welcome
conference members to Oakland. San Francisco Supervisor Mark Leno also speaks out against the Knight Initiative/California
proposition 22. Plenary panel titled, Politics is a Many Gendered Thing, discusses gender identity, sexual identity, and sexual
expression in politics.
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National Gay and Lesbian Task Force 10th Annual Creating Change Conference: Countering the Radical Right in Communities of Color 1997
10th Annual Creating Change Conference was held in San Diego. Discussion concerning communities of color, institutionalized
racism, and how members of communities can handle racism and discrimination. How to address issue of racial reconciliation.
Audio is low, hard to understand speaker.
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7th Annual National Women's Studies Association Convention: Opening Session, A Celebration of Women June 1985
Recording of first plenary session at the 7th Annual National Women's Studies Association Convention at the University of
Washington in Seattle, Washington. The Convention took place June 18 through June 23 in 1985. The NWSA is based at the University
of Maryland. The theme of the convention was "Creating Choices Through Feminist Education"
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7th Annual National Women's Studies Association Convention: Common Causes, Uncommon Coalitions 22 June 1985
Recording of third plenary session, Common Causes: Uncommon Coalitions. Presented by the Outreach Committee of the NWSA. Betty
Lou Valentine, from the University of Washington, was moderator and introduced the session. Barbara Smith, Charlotte Bunche,
Barbara MacDonald, and Merle Woo are the panelist speakers. Each panelist shares perspective on achieving social change in
women's issues. Coalitions between academics, lesbians, non-lesbians, feminists, and/or the public are the proposed solutions.
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Eco-Feminist Conference at University of Southern California: Gloria Orenstein, Reinvoking the Grove March 1987
Recording of talks at Eco-feminist Conference at USC, beginning with Brian Swimme, on the origin of galaxies. "Ecofeminism"
is an activist and academic movement that sees connections between the domination of nature and the exploitation of women.
Audio on Side 1 only.
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Eco-Feminist Conference at University of Southern California: Cosmology of the Goddess March 1987
Speakers, Charlene Spretnak and Brian Swimme, discuss creation of the universe and share ideas, from archaeological evidence,
about myths of goddess, nature-based religion. Also look at how male gods took over as the most powerful in ancient mythology,
focusing on Aphrodite's role as goddess.
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Eco-Feminist Conference at University of Southern California: What is Eco-feminism, Issues and Visions 27 March 1987
Opening plenary of Eco-Feminist Conference with speakers, Gloria Orenstein, Charlene Spretnak, Susan Griffin, and Paula Gunn
Allen. Recording begins with a welcome to all participants in the conference. Topics include: the significance of the goddess,
re-identifying creation in the image of the woman, eco-feminism definitions, and goals of eco-feminism.
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Terry Wolverton / Mary Lynn Hughes: Anti-Racism 1982
KPFK radio show, Feminist Magazine interview with Terry Wolverton and Mary Lynn Hughes, where they discuss racism and the
issue: white men have created environment of sexual tension to control white women and black men as a set up for white man's
advantage. Danger of manipulation by white men through use of racism. Institutionalized racism is another topic, due to lack
of exposure to diversity.
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National Lesbian Conference: Walk That Talk Ethics Workshop 8 October 1988
2nd Annual Lesbian Conference organized by the National Organization for Women. Yvonne King and Geni Cowan are speakers and
they facilitate group discussion and small group sharing out with audience. Topics include: definitions for ethics, situations
which challenged personal values and ethics, homophobia, racism, how to move forward and handle homophobia and racism.
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National Lesbian Conference: Future Workshop, Tape 1 of 2 10 October 1988
National Organization for Women's National Lesbian Conference in San Diego, CA. Workshop speakers are Charlotte Bunch, Melinda
Paras, and Carmen Vasquez. Recording includes poetry reading, statement of goals for conference, and speakers' perspectives
on being "out" as lesbians and the support systems, networks, and/or movements needed to allow lesbians to be strong and successful
women.
Tape 2 in Various Topics Cassettes series, Box 1, Folder 5.
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National Lesbian Conference: Question of Privacy October 1988
National Organization for Women's National Lesbian Conference held in San Diego. Key speaker is Susan McGreivy. Topics discussed
include: patriarchal law, reproductive law, religious undertones in law, the concept of the functional family, and feminist
independence.
Sound becomes unintelligible at minute 37 of Side 1.
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Spring Conference of Gay/Lesbian Health Association: Looking Past Addictive Behavior 1987
Recording of Looking Past Addictive Behavior panel at the Gay/Lesbian Health Association's Spring Conference in Los Angeles.
Discussion on addiction, the issues and problems raised, personality structures that support addiction, treatments, and relapses.
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Rape City Mall May 1977
Rape City Mall took place in Los Angeles, CA, for three weeks in May, 1977, and was an event meant to bring to the forefront
and end the rape of women through art installations, performances, interviews, and demonstrations. Recording of interviews
with public as they pass by and react to art installation piece, "Three Weeks in May," by Suzanne Lacy. Interviewees ask questions
about locations, express shock, and share personal stories.
Audio goes in and out in volume and clarity.
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Parents & Friends of Gays, The Kinsey Institute: Exploring the roots of homosexuality 20 October 1981
Recording of Parents & Friends of Gays meeting at the Kinsey Institute, with speaker, Dr. Martin Weinberg of Indiana University.
Dr. Weinberg explains conclusions of his research, where he studied and tested various psychological and sociological theories
on homosexuality. Found that most theories suggest that homosexuality is a superficial occurrence and could not prove any
of the theories true. Homosexuality is actually deep-rooted and is the same as heterosexuality in its biological nature.
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14th National Lesbian and Gay Health Conference: The Impact of Homophobia & Ageism on Medical Care for Old Lesbians 10 July 1992
Recording of workshop, "The Impact of Homophobia & Ageism on Medical Care for Old Lesbians," at the 14th NLGHC in Los Angeles,
CA. Speakers from Old Lesbians Organizing for Change coalition, discuss issues arising in older lesbian communities, including
family, retirement, health care, age, and sexuality.
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Identifying and Challenging Ageism 1992
Recording of workshop, "Identifying and Challenging Ageism," at CANA, in 1992 in Los Angeles, CA. The speaker is from the
Old Lesbians Organizing for Change coalition, and she discusses aging, ageism, empowering lesbians to embrace aging, and the
importance of establishing committees, networks, and outreach efforts that include audiences of persons of all ages.
Cannot hear speakers in audience, only main workshop speaker.
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KHSU Women's Show: Miscellaneous 18 October 1987
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Leisure World undated
Recording of an interview with a representative from Leisure World Community Center. Discuss neighborhood, buildings/architecture,
real estate, church congregations, population, and other general information about Leisure World. Followed by recording of
advertisement for Leisure World.
Only the interviewer's voice is clearly audible.
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Spoken Alphabetized Speaker/Topic Cassettes Series 17. 1972-1995
Physical Description: 23 audio cassette tapes
Audio recordings of music, literature, poetry, personal narratives, and self-help literature. Most of the items were professionally
recorded, including material from Radical Rose Productions, Lily Tomlin, Cris Williamson, Mary Watkins, the Chicago Women's
Liberation Rock Band, and the Michigan Womyn's Festival.
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The Lesbian Frequency #1, A Journal on Cassette 1983
Compilation by Radical Rose Productions in Minneapolis, Minnesota, one of a series of tapes created specifically for lesbians.
Editors are J Haggard and Sidney Spinsters. Contents of this tape include, an introduction; "Dykes Flight Back," with Frederique
Delacoste and Felice Newman; "My Lesbian Body," a song by Sidney Spinster; excerpt from "Coming Out: An Autobiography," by
Toni A.H. McNaron; commentary by Becky Kent; "Who is Radical Rose," and an excerpt from the Minneapolis Jewish Lesbian Program.
Audio tape slows and sounds warped at the beginning of tape. Copyright note: content and format of The Lesbian Frequency:
a journal on cassette is copyright 1983 by Radical Rose Recordings.
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The Lesbian Frequency #2, A Journal on Cassette 1983
Compilation by Radical Rose Productions in Minneapolis, Minnesota, one of a series of tapes created specifically for lesbians.
Editors are J Haggard and Sidney Spinsters. Contents of this tape include: "Dykes Fight Back," with Pam Richardson; "Against
My Will," by M. Joyner Bullock; talk with Barbara Grier and Ann Bannon; interview with Merle Woo by Marj Schneider; "Sister,"
by M. Joyner Bullock; workshop with Alix Dobkin, entitled "Why We Need Woman-only Space;" and "Marshall's Tune," by Elaine
Townsend.
Condition note: Tape stops frequently. Majority of recording is unplayable. Copyright note: content and format of The Lesbian
Frequency: a journal on cassette is copyright 1983 by Radical Rose Recordings.
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Inner Woman, Inner Sanctuary 1983
Narrated and written by Denise Linn. Linn is a teacher and writer, specializing in feng shui, space clearing, meditation,
and personal energy. Arranged and recorded by David J. Hinz and Jeff Cifka. Flute player is David J. Hinz and the synthesizer
is Jeff Cifka.
Copyright notes: Denise Linn, 1983, and Wisdom Books, Inc., 1983.
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Lesbian Bedtime Stories 1995
Recorded by Fuhr/Noble Productions, seven lesbian erotica stories written and performed by Sharon Noble and Gayle Fuhr. Stories
are accompanied by music that is composed and performed by Bob Fetherolf. List of stories: Dark Symphony, When the Fat Lady
Sings, Ach'e Mebele, Strapped, Subway, Love Letters, and Ach'e Mebele Music.
Copyright note: 1995 by Fuhr/Noble Productions
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I'm in Love With Lesbians 1983
Recording of interview with Maxine Feldman on December, 31, 1982 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Maxine Feldman discuss her Jewish
heritage, lesbian music, herstory, sexuality, and politics. Sidney Spinster and Marj Schneider are interviewers, and J haggard
is the editor and recorder.
Copyright notes: Radical Rose Recordings, 1983. Angry Atthis with Atthis Music, Atthis Publication, 1979.
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A Few Loving Women [ca. 1970s]
Possible recorded from a record, the album, "A Few Loving Women" was the first openly lesbian album. The album was recorded
at the Firehouse in New York City, by members of the Lesbian Feminist Liberation group. Side 1: "I'd Like to Make Love to
You," Margaret Sloan; "Edith," Martha and Lucy Wilde; "Gladys," Luci Wilde; "Big Orgasm," Roberta Kosse; "Funny Lady," Lee
Crespi; "What are you doing today," Lee Crespi; and "Women Like Me," Roberta Kosse. Side 2: "Through Your Blue Veil," Jeriann
Hilderly; "Cubicle," Ali; "Big Orgasm," Roberta Kosse; "You'd Be Surprised," Roberta Kosse; "Where Are You Going?" Mary M.
Solberg; and "I'd Like to Make Love With You," Margaret Sloan.
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Dykes Resist! First Hand Accounts of Lesbians Fighting Male Violence. 1983
Compilation by Radical Rose Recordings of personal accounts of Lesbians who helped stop male violence. Tape includes: "Against
My Will," M. Joyner Bullock; an interview with Julie Fullmoon Joy; stories by Terri L .Jewell with comments by Laura Rose;
a story by Randi Randolph; and a discussion with Felice Newman, Frederique Delacoste, J Haggard and Pam Richardson.
Tape is unplayable. Copyright note: Copyright 1983 by Radical Rose Recordings
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Discussion following Lesbian Masquerade Showing 11/24/1970
Discussion following Lesbian Masquerade showing in Los Angeles. The event was organized by the San Francisco Lesbian and Gay
History Project. Lesbian Masquerade is an illustrated lecture by Allan Berube about women passed as men in 19th-century San
Francisco.
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Spiderwoman - A Celebration of Women Heroes 1968
Recording from live presentation at Euphoria Sound in Revere, Massachusetts, September 1986. The stories bring together traditional
elements and feminist ideas. Jennifer Justice is the storyteller of all the stories, which are: The Jugglers, Lia, Spiderwoman,
The Last Panther in Eastern Kentucky.
Copyright note: Moon Star Stories, 1986.
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Moon Rabbit: An Astrological Look Into 1984 1984
Recording of Moon Rabbit describing astrology got 1984, including Pluto's entrance in Scorpio and Neptune's move into Capricorn.
Also, how 1984's cycles will affect those born early, mid or late in each sign. Moon Rabbit has studied, taught, and practiced
astrology in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area since 1974. The recording was edited by J Haggard.
Copyright note: Radical Rose Recordings, 1984.
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Lumiere, A Science Fantasy Fable 1982
Originally released in 1978, the story and music ware by Cris Williamson. In the story, X-Ray Ted, a little boy, discovers
'an extraordinary world' inside his closet. He and his dog Sirius encounter an entire universe and travel extensively through
space, meeting strange creatures. Cris Williamson is an American feminist singer-songwriter and a lesbian political activist.
Copyright note: Pacific Cascade Records, 1982.
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We Were All Outlaws: A Lesbian Oral Herstory By K Krepps 1984
Lesbian herstory interview of with K Krepps. Krepps was out as a lesbian in the 1950s and 1960s. She discusses her early life,
significant experiences, and relationships during those decades. Sidney Spinster is the editor.
Copyright note: Radical Rose Recordings, 1984
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We Are Among You: Lesbians with Disabilities 1984
Recording of of Lesbian and gay disability group meeting at A Woman's Coffeehouse in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kim, Candi, Pat,
Mari and Alison organized and are speakers at the meeting. Recorded by Sidney Spinster.
Copyright note: Radical Rose Recordings, 1984.
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Lily Tomlin: On Stage 1977
On Stage is a performance, starring Lily Tomlin, conceived and produced by Jane Wagner. From the Broadway show "Appearing
Nightly." Written And directed by Jane Wagner And Lily Tomlin. Lily Tomlin is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer.
Track list: Mr. Theater Goer And Shopping Bag Lady, Mrs. Judith Beasley (Unnatural Resources, Lud And Marie Meet Dracula's
Daughter (A Tale Of Teen-age Tyranny), Ernestine (Phone Company Commercial), Tell Miss Sweeney Goodbye, Shopping Bag Lady
And UFO Guy, Glenna - A Child Of The 60's, Lily And Shopping Bag Lady.
Copyright note: 1977 Arista Records, INC.
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Lily Tomlin: The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe 1991
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Mary Watkins Demo: Spiritsong 1985
Recording of Mary Watkins' musical album, Spiritsong. Tracks include: Comin' Home, Mirrors, Playground, Manhattan Mist, Spiritsong,
Moonlight Chapel, Changing Seasons. Mary Watkins is a folk, new age, and instrumental musical artist.
Note on tape: "Do not duplicate"
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Gertrude Stein Reads 1972
Recording of Gertrude Stein reading her poetry and prose. Tracks include: The Making of Americans: Parts 1 and 2; A Valentine
to Sherwood Anderson; If I Told Him: A Completed Portrait of Picasso/Matisse; and Madame Recaimer: An Opera. Born in Pennsylvania
in 1874, Gertrude Stein attended Radcliffe College, where she studied psychology under the great William James. Stein settled
in Paris where she began experimenting with writing techniques and before long became an important literary figure in the
Parisian art world of her day. Gertrude Stein also helped launch the careers of artists and influenced and entertained the
writers, Hemingway, Pound and Fitzgerald in her famous Paris salon. Gertrude Stein died in Neuilly-sur-Seine in 1946.
Copyright note: Caedmon, 1972
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Mountain Moving Day [ca. 1970s]
Mountain Moving Say is an album by the Chicago and New Haven Women's Liberation Rock Bands. The Chicago Women's Liberation
Rock Band was the musical expression of the Chicago Women's Liberation Union, an early feminist organization. The Chicago
Women's Liberation Uniion was formed in 1969, and the band soon after.
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10th Annual Michigan Womyn's Music Festival 1985
Live album recording of the 10th Annual Michigan Womyn's Music Festival. The Michigan Womyn's Music Festival, also referred
to as MWMF or Michfest, is an international feminist music festival occurring every August since 1976 near Hart, Michigan,
in a small wooded area in northern Oceana County, Michigan. The event is completely built, staffed, run and attended by women.
Autobiography - In the Best Interest Series 6. 1976-1986
Physical Description: 49 audio cassette tapes
Interviews with lesbians, recordings of lesbian group meetings about issues such as motherhood, lesbian history, lesbian literature
and lesbian life more generally. Includes interviews with Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon, Monika Kehoe, and Marion Zimmer Bradley.
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#7 Auto/Biography Tape 2 "In the Best Interests..." Orange County Women undated
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Talks Cassettes Series 7. 1979-1993
Physical Description: 48 audio cassette tapes
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Lesbians, CEBV, AIDS & Safe Sex JoAnn Loulan March 1987
Part of the Lesbian Sexuality Series. Tape description: "Recorded in March 1987, this tape provides information on what currently
constitutes "safe sex" for lesbians, how AIDS is transmitted, who is at risk, and other relevant issues. JoAnn also discusses
Chronic Epstein-Barr Virus (CEBV)."
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Lesbian Couples 1989
"Counselors Clunis and Green talk about the pleasures and challenges of being part of a lesbian couple, from intimacy and
sex to resolving conflict. Beginning with issues of definition, the authors chart the stages most couples go through--romance,
conflict, commitment, collaboration--and offer affirming and wise advice on understanding and strengthening lesbian partnerships."
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Spoken Word Her/History Audio Cassettes Series 9. 1976-1987
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JR Roberts Chicago Oral Herstory 21 May 1978
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Relics 8 April 1980
60 minute recording of Herstory/women's group meeting in San Francisco, CA. Discuss building an archive, future meeting locations,
future meeting agendas and protocol, upcoming events, including Gay and Lesbian Pride week and parade.
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Women on Wheels, Santa Cruz, CA February 1976
60 minute recording. Side one is recording of Women on Wheels concert performance in Santa Cruz, CA. Side two is an interview
with an unnamed woman on the topic of monogamy, a heterosexual relationship she was in, and her experience of coming out as
lesbian.
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Florence Jaffee Oral History 7 February 1981
60 minute recording oral history of Florence Jaffee. Interview by Lynn Fonfa of the West Coast Lesbian Collection. Discussed
is her process of coming out, relationships and their effect on her emotional well-being, her experience living in San Francisco,
and her work with the Daughter of Bilitis.
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Kinflicks Tape 1987
Author: Lisa Alther Read by: Jo Beth Williams Novel, in audio format, with the protagonist, Virginia "Ginny" Hull Babcock
Bliss. Begins with Ginny catching a plane to look after her ill mother. Recounts her childhood, teenage years, college years,
and marriage. Blend of first-person and third-person narration. 90 minutes.
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#1 Musical Performances by Beverly Shaw and Francis Faye undated
Side one is musical recording of singer Beverly Shaw, "Tailored to Taste." Side two is musical recording of singer Francis
Faye, "Caught in the Act." Both were nightclub singers in the 1940s and 1950s.
Side one becomes unplayable after 6 minutes. Side two becomes unplayable after 2 minutes.
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Interview with Nancy Manahan and Peg Cruikshank in Napa 9 December 1984
60 minute oral history recording of Nancy Manahan and Peg Cruikshank. Interview by Cathy Zinsli. Interview takes place in
Napa, California. Discuss discrimination and oppression against lesbians, how to respond to homophobia, and reasons why women
remain in the closet.
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First meeting of the West Coast Lesbian Collections archives 27 March 1980
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LA Community Chorus, Menstruation/Menopause Cassettes Series 10. 1972-1986
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Mary Nunn Tape undated
Oral history interview with Mary Nunn discusses background, education, work experience, romantic relationships, sexuality,and
personal experience with menstruation and menopause.
Recording cuts out frequently.
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Menstruation 17 March 1972
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Lee's Men's Group Menstruation and Menopause 1 March 1972
60 minute recording of Lee's Men's Group meeting and women's meeting. Side 1 is men's group. Discuss the experience women
go through in a male dominated world. Begins with exercise that has men in group imagine what it would be like to menstruate
as women do. Side 2 continues with women's group discussing personal experiences with menstruation and menopause.
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Men's Group Menstruation and Menopause // Dorothy Matson 1 March 1972
60 minute recording. Side 1 is men's group meeting and they discuss the women's movement and practice feeling and feeling
what it would be like to be a woman, with the same physical experiences of menstruation and menopause. Side 2 is an interview
with Dorothy Matson discussing her personal experience with sexuality, menopause, and women's health issues.
Short periods of silence and very quiet talking on side 1.
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The Los Angeles Women's Community Chorus 10th Anniversary Album 1986
Recorded musical album in original packaging. Album liner notes, "This album was recorded at St. Augustine-by-the-Sea Episcopal
Church, Santa Monica, California, Summer, 1986. Recording on location: Digital Brothers Newport Beach, California, Overdubs
and Mixdowns: Frank Sullivan Studio, Pasadena, California. Side 1 song titles: Woman Spirit/Woman Strong, New Woman Rising,
On Children, Aure Volante, Arms Open in the Night. Side 2 song titles: The Fury, La Andina, Days of Theocracy, Working Women's
Medley
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Poetry Cassettes Series 14. 1980s
Physical Description: 13 audio cassette tapes
Recordings of poetry readings, poetry performances, radio shows, and professionally-recorded poetry. Authors included are
Kitty Tsui, Willyce Kim, Eloise Klein Healy, Pat Parker, Uncle Ruthie, Elana Dykewomon, B Love, May Sarton, Virginia Roth,
Terry Wolverton, and others.
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Dyke Proud 18 June 1988
Complete title is Dyke Proud: A Lesbian Poetry Reading from the 3rd International Feminist Book Fair, Montreal 1988. The recording
includes the poets: Elana Dikewomon, Judith Barrington, Libby Namjoshi, Gilliam Hanscombe, Judy Grahn, Gloria Anzaldua, Daphne
Marlatt, and Betsy Warland.
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World of Light: A Portrait of May Sarton 1982
Side 1 is "World of Light," Sarton's book of portraits of significant persons from her life. Her subjects include her father,
the noted science historian George Sarton; people in the arts-Elizabeth Bowen, Louise Brogan, Jean Dominique; and people who
lived lives remote from the center-Marc, the vigneron of Satigny, in the foothills of the Jura mountains, and Quig, the painter
of Nelson, New Hampshire. Side 2 is a recording of Sarton reading additional poems and her personal commentary. May Sarton
is the pen name of Eleanore Marie Sarton an American poet, novelist, and memoirist. She lived from 1912 to 1995.
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Pat Parker: Movement in Black 30 March 1989
Recording of a poetry reading by Pat Parker at California State University Los Angeles on 3/30/1989. Parker was an African
American lesbian feminist poet. Born in Houston, Texas in 1944 and passed away from breast cancer in 1989.
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Eloise Klein Healy: Some From Ten 1975-1985 1985
Recording of poems by Eloise Klein Healy. The poems were written between 1975 and 1985. Recording was done at Prism Productions
in Sylmar, California. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi Books.
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KPFK: The Poetry Connection 21 December 1991
Recording of Los Angeles news radio KPFK 90.7 FM show, The Poetry Connection, with hosts: Wanada Coleman and Austin Strauss.
Guest writer is Eloise Klein Healy and she reads from her book of poetry, "Artemis in Echo Park." The hosts also engage in
discussion and questioning about Healy's work. Healy is an American poet who has published 5 books of poetry and founded Arktoi
Books. Austin Strauss and Wanda Coleman, news radio show
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Stanford Women's Poetry Conference: Kitty Tsui Reading 17 April 1982
Recording of poetry performance at the Stanford Women's Poetry Conference. Kitty Tsui reads her work. Although born in Hong
Kong in 1952, Kitty Tsui spent her childhood in California. She earned a degree in Creative writing from San Francisco State
University. Her poetry and prose has been published in over 35 anthologies, and she has published three books. Tsui is also
an artist and competitive body-builder.
Audio on Side 1 only.
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Sapphic Journeys: Sensuous Poetry for Lesbians 1980
Professional recording of poetry and music. Sappho was a female poet philosopher who lived around 630 B.C. She wrote sensual,
erotic poetry about women and goddesses. The recording was produced by Margo Strik and directed by Ginger Roth. Poems read
by Etoile Monet and Dimitra Stukas. Contributing authors: Sappho, Loretta Lotman, Terry Wolverton, Aslan Heidorn, Carol Quinn,
Gail Browne, Celeste [Sky] Crane, Roberta McDaniel, Dee Bruseke, Virginia Roth, and Doris Davenport. Copyright 1980 by Womonsounds.
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Elana Dikewomon Poetry Performance 9 May 1981
Recording of poetry performance with Elana Dykewomon. Born Elana Nachman, Dykewomon was born in 1949 and is a Jewish lesbian
activist, award-winning author, editor and teacher. She has published articles, novels, anthologies, and books of poetry.
Audio on Side 1 only.
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Poetry Performance: Kitty Tsui & Willyce Kim 5 November 1981
Recording of poetry performance, featuring Willyce Kim and Kitty Tsui. Kim was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1946, worked for
the Women's Press Collective in Oakland, CA, and has written two books of poetry and two novels. In this recording, Kim reads
from her novel, "Dancer Dawkins and the California Kid." Kitty Tsui is a Chinese-American lesbian. Raised in California, Tsui
is a writer, artist, activist, and body-builder. She has authored three books and has been published in 35 anthologies. Tsui's
performance is accompanied by music.
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Lesbian Incest Survivors 1 March 1990
Liz Maines Gay Radio Show KFCF 88.1 Series 18. 1994
Physical Description: 17 audio cassette tapes
Collection of audio recordings consisting largely of episodes of It's A Queer Thang, a monthly radio show featuring news,
music and entertainment from the local and LGBT community. The radio show started in 1991 on KFCF 88.1 FM in Fresno and continues
to air, with hosts Liz Maines, Jeff Robinson, and Tom Brandenberry.
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It's A Queer Thang: Mazer Collection April 1996
Recording of the Liz Maines Gay Radio Show, It's A Queer Thang, on KCFC 88.1 from Fresno, California. The topic of this episode
is the June L. Mazer Lesbian Archives and its collections. The discussion includes the Mazer's history, notable materials,
fundraisers, and plans for the future.
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It's A Queer Thang: LGBT People of Color March 1994
Recording of the Liz Maines Gay Radio Show, It's A Queer Thang, on KCFC 88.1 from Fresno, California. This episode features
an interview with the group, People of Color. The group supports bi-sexual, gay, lesbian, and trans-sexual ethnic minorities
through support group meetings, social meetings, cultural activities, and political events. Liz Maines is out, Jeff Robinson
and Tom Brandenberry fill in for her.
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KPFA Coverage of March on Washington 25 April 1993
KPFA coverage of The March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay, and Bi Equal Rights and Liberation that took place in Washington,
D.C. on April 25, 1993. The March on Washington was a large political rally with a focus on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender
civil rights that included a march, rallies, exhibits and candlelight vigils.
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It's A Queer Thang: San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus May 1994
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It's A Queer Thang: Lesbian Parenting 1994
Hosts Jeff Robinson and Tom Brandenberry interview Leah Maxwell and Mandy Diotenzo, lesbian parents whose children were removed
from their home in Fresno County, California. Child Protective Services took the children away from the couple based on allegations
of abuse, however the women suspect it is solely an issue of discrimination.
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It's A Queer Thang: Peace Corps February 1994
Hosts Liz Maines, Jeff Robinson, and Tom Brandenberry interview Christopher Han, a gay peace corps member. They discuss his
background, reasons for joining the peace corps, the work he does in Western Samoa with the peace corps, and his experience
as a gay man in that area of the world.
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It's A Queer Thang: Gay Lesbian Business Association [ca. 1990s]
Hosts Liz Maines and Jeff Robinson interview Ken from the Central California Alliance. The business association's purpose
is to allow gays, lesbians, and heterosexuals to come together to network and socialize in business. They discuss reasons
for its formation, its purpose, and goals.
Tape 2 is a duplicate
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It's A Queer Thang: AIDS Team Study [ca. 1990s]
Hosts Liz Maines and Jeff Robinson interview Russ Decker, from the Central Valley AIDS Team. The organization conducted and
released results of a survey on the attitudes, knowledge and behaviors regarding AIDS of gay and bisexual men in the Fresno
area.
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It's A Queer Thang: Ken Frees GL Film Festival [ca. 1990s]
Side 1: Hosts Liz Maines and Jeff Robinson interview Ken Frees of the Fresno International Gay and Lesbian Entertainment in
Arts and Film, the organization that hosts the Gay and Lesbian Film Festival/Fresno Reel Pride Film Festival. They discuss
the organization's origins, purpose, volunteer opportunities, and all that involved in putting together a film festival. Side
2: Hosts Liz Maines and Tom Brandenberry interview Diana Stanley and Jerry Ward from the Fresno chapter of Parents, Families,
and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG). They discuss PFLAG's origins and purpose, as well as local activities and events
they have planned.
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It's A Queer Thang: Gay and Lesbian Sensitivity Training March 1994
Hosts Liz Maines, Tom Brandenberry, and Jeff Robinson interview Barbara Cooper from the Community Links Speaker's Bureau.
The group conducts lesbian and gay sensitivity training at organizations throughout the Fresno area, including schools, universities,
and police stations.
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