Recorded on 10/21/25, 6:30 pm CST
TW/CW: contains discussion surrounding ICE raids
I welcome a fierce and fabulous friend, Saint Mary Clarence, who joins us in full drag to demonstrate the political power of this queer art form. But the conversation shifts into the urgent discussion of the current ICE raid crisis in and around Chicago.
Saint Mary Clarence—a dedicated community member—breaks down the crisis in their local community of Oak Park (located next to Chicago), including:
The Local Government Response: How Oak Park officials and residents are responding to the recent ICE and law enforcement activities in their area.
The “No Kings Protest”: We discuss the genesis and meaning of the growing anti-authoritarian movement and what it means to be actively engaged in the resistance against the current administration.
Drag as Political Art: We explore how the very act of dressing in drag is a radical, political statement and a form of highly visible resistance against antiquated, oppresive systems.
The Role of White Privilege: A frank and necessary discussion on how white allies can and must recognize and leverage their privilege to meaningfully support community members who are most at risk of danger and deportation.
This is an urgent and inspiring conversation about community, courage, and choosing to show up for justice.