Why is Heated Rivalry Such a Phenomenon?

Ivory Tower Boiler Room · Jan 25, 2026 · 1h 23m

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Did you think we were going to miss out on talking about the epic relationship between Rozanov and Hollander? I'm joined with an incredible trio of queer media experts including Jeremy C. Fox, managing editor of the Gay and Lesbian Review, Joseph Federico, a queer marketing specialist, and Dr. Colin Carman, English professor and contributor to the Gay and Lesbian Review!

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