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Synopsis

Host: Laura Linney.  Featured guests: RuPaul, Sonja Sohn, Barry Monush, Michelangelo Signorile, David Collins, Will Wikle, Stuart Krasnow, Joan Garry, Harvey Fierstein, Beth Anthony, Chip Arndt, Rosie O'Donnell, Mathew St. Patrick.

Summary: The episode begins with a segment that explores the evolution of queer imagery throughout TV history. The next segment examines how the gay identity is constructed in advertising, followed by a look at reality television as it relates to LGBTQ representation. The next segment goes behind-the-scenes of The L Word. Harvey Fierstein's Out Takes segment is titled "Where's Your Anger?" Beth Anthony, Chip Arndt, Rosie O'Donnell and Mathew St. Patrick provide PSAs during the episode.

Note: Some audio content removed due to copyright restrictions.
54:19 - 55:48: Pet Shop Boys, "Positive Role Model"