Content warning: This episode contains references to homophobia, sexual violence and violence against LGBT activists. In this extended interview clip, Lucy talks to academic and activist Ibtisam Ahmed about the link between British colonialism and homosexuality laws around the world, as well as the reasons behind his decision to come out publicly earlier this year. Activist Groups <a href="https://kaleidoscopetrust.com/">Kaleidoscope Trust</a> <a href="https://kaleidoscopetrust.com/what-we-do/the-commonwealth-equality-network/">Commonwealth Equality Network</a> 24hr National Domestic Abuse Helpline Freephone: 0808 2000 247 (24 hours)Gov UK <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-and-domestic-abuse/coronavirus-covid-19-support-for-victims-of-domestic-abuse">Coronavirus - Support for victims of domestic abuse</a> <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/482528/Controlling_or_coercive_behaviour_-_statutory_guidance.pdf">Controlling or Coercive Behaviour</a> Stonewall <a href="https://www.stonewall.org.uk/domestic-violence-and-abuse-resources-lgbt-people">Domestic violence and abuse - resources for LGBT people</a> <a href="https://www.stonewall.org.uk/our-work/campaigns/come-out-lgbt">Campaigns to get involved in</a>

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Hi! I'm Lucy and I'm getting married, but I'm conflicted. Why is this patriarchal institution so important to me? And how do other people approach it? Join me each month as I navigate the murky, fairytale-infused waters of modern marriage and try to work out how to do this thing! The Knot Ready Podcast is a look at marriage from a modern, feminist perspective. KNOT READY adj. 1. ready to tie the knot 2. freaked out by marriage