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Why Do You Think You've Got No Friends?
Emily Laing and Sarah Keyworth discuss the challenges of growing up LGBTQ+ in the noughties, from secret relationships to the impact on mental health.
56:39•3 Apr 2023
Teenage Turmoil: Emily Laing and Sarah Keyworth on Growing Up LGBTQ+ in the Noughties
“I mean, I think the reason I had no friends in was because I was a closeted homosexual... definitely during that time, and growing up in The Nineties, growing up in the noughties and those kinds of informative years, there was no one really about like that I can think of who was representing you at all.”
Remember the chaos of being a teenager? Now imagine navigating that while discovering your sexuality in a world that wasn't quite ready to understand. In this episode of 'Why Do You Think You've Got No Friends?', Emily Laing sits down with comedian Sarah Keyworth to chat about the trials and tribulations of growing up LGBTQ+ in the noughties.
Sarah opens up about her own teenage years, detailing the confusion and heartache of being in a secret relationship with another girl at school. It's a candid conversation that touches on the absence of LGBTQ+ representation back then and the loneliness it often brought. Emily and Sarah also dive into the emotional rollercoaster that is adolescence, reflecting on how those intense feelings can shape our mental health.
They stress the importance of finding a supportive community, something many lacked during their formative years. This episode is a heartfelt and honest look at the struggles and triumphs of coming to terms with one's identity. Whether you’re reminiscing about your own teenage years or seeking to understand the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth, this conversation is sure to resonate.
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