Queer Chat with Perthshire Pride's Claire MacKenzie in Scotland's Fair City | Full Interview | Ep03

Pride Power in Perthshire: Meet Claire MacKenzie, the Rainbow Trailblazer! ✨

Episode three of our epic travel doc takes us deep into the heart of Perthshire's vibrant LGBTQ+ community! Get ready to meet Claire MacKenzie, the force behind Perthshire Pride, as she shares her passionate story and sheds light on Perth's fascinating queer history.

From whispered resistance to roaring parades, Claire takes us on a journey through the evolution of Perth's LGBTQ+ scene. You'll hear about the struggles, the triumphs, and the unwavering spirit that led to the birth of Perthshire Pride – a beacon of inclusivity and celebration for the entire community.

This ain't just a history lesson, it's a celebration of progress and perseverance! We'll be inspired by Claire's determination and her vision for a future where everyone in Perthshire feels welcome and embraced.

You won't want to miss a single beat of this Pride Power story. Prepare to be moved, informed, and maybe even do a little victory dance at Claire's inspiring journey! ❤️️

P.S. Share your favorite local LGBTQ+ heroes or events in the comments! Let's spread the love and build a rainbow map of inclusivity around the world.

Video Timestamps:
00:12 – 03:46 – Claire's Backstory
03:50 – 05:27 – Pink Saltire Consultation
05:29 – 05:51 – Gaining momentum & attention as a new charity
05:52 – 08:57 – Why is Perth 'A City Transformed?'
09:50 – 14:39 – How do you feel about the progress made towards Perth's new LGBTQ+ Hub?
14:40 – 18:26 – The Story of Rev. Scott Burton
18:27 – 19:42 – Typical Stereotypes
19:42 – 20:18 – A song by Fred Rodgers
20:19 – 21:28 – The Hero's Journey
21:29 – 25:19 – The story behind 'Getting Gandalf Back to the Shire'
25:20 – 25:37 – Thanks
25:38 – 26:45 – Credits
26:46 – 27:33 – Notice for those wishing to use this video for education/journalism purposes

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Episode Two -    • Exploring Blairgowrie's River Ericht ...  

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