EPISODE · Dec 29, 2025 · 8 MIN
Currency: What We Trade to Be Seen
from Can I Have a Word? | Culture, Identity & the Power of Language
What do we mean when we talk about currency—and who gets to decide what holds value?In this episode of "Can I Have a Word?", I explore how currency extends far beyond money. From desirability and youth, to social access and belonging, this conversation examines how value is assigned, circulated, and sometimes quietly withdrawn—especially within queer spaces and broader social systems.This is the shorter audio version of the episode. If you’re interested in spending more time with these ideas, the full, expanded conversation—with additional reflection and context—is available on YouTube.Production Team Host/Creator - Carl James Lead Engineer - Josh Wilcox Editor - Walter NordquistLogo Design - Stephanie Cardenas Music - Yennaedo Balloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What do we mean when we talk about currency—and who gets to decide what holds value?In this episode of "Can I Have a Word?", I explore how currency extends far beyond money. From desirability and youth, to social access and belonging, this conversation examines how value is assigned, circulated, and sometimes quietly withdrawn—especially within queer spaces and broader social systems.This is the shorter audio version of the episode. If you’re interested in spending more time with these ideas, the full, expanded conversation—with additional reflection and context—is available on YouTube.Production Team Host/Creator - Carl James Lead Engineer - Josh Wilcox Editor - Walter NordquistLogo Design - Stephanie Cardenas Music - Yennaedo Balloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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