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Monday 6/26/23 Pride Month Special: anti-LGBT practices in schools, gay conversation therapy, same-sex parenting, 'Mama Bear' film

Today on Lake Effect, we learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. We learn about gay conversion therapy and how banning the practice can help LGBTQ youth. We hear from a same-sex couple about their journey to becoming parents. Plus, tell you about the progress pride flag.

Guests:

  • Phoebe Petrovic, investigative reporter at Wisconsin Watch
  • Troy Stevenson, senior advocacy campaign manager at the Trevor Project
  • Dr. Kate Schoyer, reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin; Jake and Nick, parents from Sun Prairie
  • Laura Tatham, producer of the documentary “Mama Bears"