The “Ick” Factor

In this episode of *The Spectrum*, we explore what homophobia and transphobia really are — not just in their most extreme forms, but in the subtle, everyday reactions that often go unnoticed or are dismissed as harmless discomfort. From personal avoidance to institutional discrimination, bias exists on a spectrum and is frequently rooted in instinctive reactions like the “ick factor” rather than conscious hatred. By examining real-world examples, this…

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