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LISTEN: Telling the stories from Bristol LGBTQ people going back 300 years

Andrew Foyle from Outstories Bristol, a volunteer community history group, discusses the stories of LGBTQ people throughout Bristol’s history from the 17th century to the present day.

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Bristol History Podcast is dedicated to exploring various aspects of Bristol’s history, hosted by Tom Brothwell. Produced in partnership with the Bristol Cable since April 2018.

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  • Hi Tom Just listened to your podcast with Andy Foyle who I know. Really interesting. I’ve written some articles ( and have more to do ) about “Significant” LGBT people connected withBristol and beyond for the OutStoriesBristol website. If you’re interested in more material feel free to contact me. Regards Jonathan

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    • Hi Jonathon,
      I’m currently undertaking a public history project on Bristol and the LGBT+ community and wondered how best to contact you? Best wishes, Emily

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  • I was the first openly gay Lord Mayor of Bristol

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