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CZM Rewind: Part Two: Gay Resistance to the Nazis

2025/3/26

Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

Exploration of Weimar Germany's cultural and socio-political environment leading up to the rise of the Nazi regime.

Weimar Germany experienced hyperinflation and economic turmoil post-WWI.
The period was marked by a vibrant artistic scene, with a significant queer culture.
Youth movements like the Vondervogel were prevalent, embodying anti-modernist sentiments.
The rise of the Hitler Youth led to the suppression of alternative youth movements.

In this second rewind episode, Margaret continues to tell the story of gay artists and street gangs that fought the Nazis.

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