Pride Flag
Pride Flag  
Podcast: History Dispatches
Published On: Thu Mar 05 2026
Description: One of the most internationally recognized symbols is the pride flag. While today it is synonymous with gay rights, it did not come from nowhere. It is the brainchild of the San Francisco based Gilbert Baker, whom many have declared the gay Betsy Ross. This is the story of Gilbert Baker, and the pride flag. Sponsor Go to factormeals.com/dispatchespod50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. New subscribers only, varies by plan. 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year while subscription is active. Sources https://gilbertbaker.com/history/ https://www.glbthistory.org/gilbert-baker Image: by Ludovic Bertron - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rainbow_flag_and_blue_skies.jpg History Dispatches is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on History Dispatches? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices