S2.02 - Peter Parker on England’s Queer Past: The Impact of the Wolfenden Report

Peter Parker is an author and critic, perhaps best known known for his biographies of A E Housman and Christopher Isherwood. 2024 saw the publication of the second volume of Some Men in London, Queer Life 1060-1967. In this episode he discusses the moral panic in England post World War II, the Wolfenden Committee and the partial legalisation of homosexuality.Exploring Queer History: An Interview with Peter Parker - Love History Podcast Ep. 2 with co-host  @louisascott  In Episode 2 of the Love History podcast, Mok O'Keefe and Louisa Scott engage in a captivating discussion about queer history with historian Peter Parker. The episode delves into the contents of Parker's anthology 'Some Men in London,' which chronicles the lives and struggles of queer men from 1945 to 1967. Listen as Parker shares insights into the moral panic post-WWII, the partial decriminalization of homosexuality, and the challenges of documenting LGBTQ+ history. The episode also highlights Mok and Louisa's personal historical endeavors, from historical costumes to castle renovations, blending personal narratives with a broader historical context.00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:55 Historical Costumes and Gender Fluidity01:46 Castle Renovations and Victorian Carpets03:15 Introducing Guest Historian Peter Parker04:02 Peter Parker on Queer History in London06:31 The Wolfenden Report and Partial Decriminalization09:48 The Importance of Authentic Terminology13:39 Fun and Resilience in Queer History20:37 Challenges in Documenting Queer History31:04 Quickfire Quiz with Peter Parker35:53 Reflections and Closing Remarks You can find out more about Peter at www.peterparkerwriter.com and follow him on Instagram @prnparker If you want to follow Mok you can find him @mokokeeffe and Louisa can be found @louisascottsewing If you have a question, please do get in touch on [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.