Origin of Everything

Why Does "Straight" Mean Heterosexual?

2020 • E1    Jan 9, 2020    9m
When did we start defining sexual orientation and how did that result in "straight" becoming a synonym for "heterosexual"? Today Danielle follows the winding history of the word through medical terms, lavender linguistics, and community slang.

Where to Watch Why Does "Straight" Mean Heterosexual?

 

  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   

Take Plex everywhere

Watch free anytime, anywhere, on almost any device.
See the full list of supported devices