11 (Part Two): Matthew Shepard – Justice, Legacy, and the Fight for Equality

Happy Pride Everyone!!! We hope that you all feel loved and proud all month and all year long. In this episode, listen to Emilio and Brooke tell the story of Matthew Shepard, a young man who was murdered in Laramie, Wyoming, by acquaintances because he was gay and they were hateful. In the second and final episode of our series on Matthew Shepard, Emilio Ybarra, and Brooke Bovier will take you through the trial and aftermath of Matthew's murder. We truly admire the strength and perseverance of Matthew's parents, Dennis and Judy, for turning their son's horrific murder into an opportunity to protect those who could also be targeted for their sexuality or gender identity.  Learn more about ⁠⁠The Kenwood-Oakland Community Organization here⁠⁠!Learn more about ⁠⁠The Matthew Shepard Foundation here⁠⁠! Episode ResourcesSources, case documents, and further reading for this episode are compiled at yourenextpod.com (coming soon)Support You're NextIf this episode moved you, here's how to help the show grow:Subscribe wherever you listenLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — it genuinely changes everythingShare this episode with your fellow Armchair SpeculatorsJoin the conversation: #NextiesStay ConnectedInstagram: @yourenextpod © You're Next | Red Thread Media LLC. All rights reserved.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/youre-next/donations