Episodes
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about how much of a wicked pleasure I Care a Lot really is. We talk about Rosamund Pike's performance, the power of queer villainy, and the film's narrative absurdities. Plus, T.J. gives Aaron and a hard time for not knowing how Troye Sivan is (or that he's a top). Give it a listen!
Published 09/19/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about the new documentary Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allows. They talk about how the documentary frames its subject, their own longstanding relationship with Hudson's star image, and so much more. Plus, they have even more viewing recs. What are you waiting for? Give it a listen!
Published 09/03/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss the second season of the Netflix series Heartstopper. They talk about the way the season explores the difficulty of young relationships, the issue of eating disorders, and so much more. You won't want to miss this one!
Published 08/27/23
Join Aaron and T.J. this week as they discuss Alfred Hitchcock's Rope, a tautly constructed drama about two men who murder their classmate, thinking that they've pulled off the perfect killing. They discuss the erotics of suffering and the star text of Farley Granger, the film's aesthetics and, of course, the most pressing question of all: just what makes these two characters gay, anyway? Plus, they talk about the ethics of staying on Twitter in the aftermath of Elon Musk's takeover. Give it...
Published 06/23/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss Schimigadoon! and Schmicago, the hilarious musical series from Apple TV+. They discuss the queerness of the musical, the utopian pleasures the genre offers, and the simple joy of seeing the form brought to life on the small screen. They also talk about the importance of small town Pride festivals. Give it a listen!
Published 06/13/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. explore just what it is that makes The Little Mermaid such a perennial favorite for queer audiences, from its expressions of utopian longing to Pat Carroll's exuberantly queer performance as Ursula. Plus, T.J. grills Aaron about what he doesn't know about gay culture.
Published 06/05/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss Mommie Dearest, one of the biggest camp classics of them all! They talk about Faye Dunaway's scenery-devouring performance, Joan Crawford's career and, of course, the tragedy at the heart of it all. You won't want to miss this one!
Published 05/12/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss Party Monster, the 2003 film starring Macaulay Culkin and Seth Green. Focusing on the infamous Michael Alig, it's a cotton-candy acid trip of a film but, beneath of all of its camp excess there lurks a rich and resonant queer tragedy. In addition to diving into the film, your favorite co-hosts also discuss their own deeply personal relationships to the film.
Published 05/05/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss the film Knock at the Cabin, the new film from M. Night Shyamalan. They talk about Shyamalan's status as a director, the way the film plays with his usual directorial style, as well as the weighty philosophical issues it raises. Plus, they talk about the vital importance of trans visibility. You won't want to miss this one!
Published 04/28/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss Date and Switch, a surprisingly funny stoner/sex comedy. They look at its examination of gay masculinity, as well its surprising connections to both Succession and The White Lotus. Give it a listen!
Published 03/31/23
This week, Aaron and T.J. discuss the new sci-fi horror film M3GAN, focusing on its camp appeal, its engagement with the uncanny and AI, and everything else that makes it queer. They also talk about the BAFTAs and, of course, the Twitter Gays.
Published 03/03/23
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss The Favourite, doing a deep dive into the film's great performances, its queerness, and its exploration of the fraught dynamics of royal power, gender, and desire. T.J. also quizzes Aaron on what he knows (and doesn't know) about the real Queen Anne.
Published 02/24/23
This week, Aaron and T.J. discuss the beautiful but heartbreaking Belgian film Close. They share their interpretations of the film, as well as their deep emotional responses to it. And, of course, they harass each other for their gaps in queer knowledge.
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Published 02/17/23
This week, T.J. and Aaron discuss the new film Spoiler Alert, looking at the way it addresses grief, terminal illness, and love. And, of course, Aaron gives T.J. a hard time for not having seen The Devil Wears Prada until recently.
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Published 02/10/23
This week Aaron and T.J. discuss the new Lifetime movie A Christmas to Treasure, discussing its narrative, its characters and, of course, its queerness.
Published 12/23/22
This week Aaron and T.J. talk about the complicated nature of the most recent season of American Horror Story. Also, T.J. confesses that he's never seen Waiting to Exhale! ~Gay gasp~
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Published 12/17/22
In this much-delayed (and much-anticipated!) episode, T.J. and Aaron discuss the new AMC Interview with the Vampire, talking about what makes it so queer and why it is very much in keeping with the spirit of the original novels.
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Published 12/08/22
This week, Aaron and T.J. talk about the 1994 film version of Interview with the Vampire, unpacking just what makes it queer and asking (and answering) the pressing question: is it camp?
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Published 11/21/22
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about the new film My Policeman, discussing its tragic narrative, the performances of its cast (including Harry Styles), and whether (and if) it's a film of its time.
Note: T.J. mistakenly refers to Emma Corrin as "her." This misgendering of the nonbinary Corrin was in error, and we apologize for the mistake.
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Published 11/10/22
This week, T.J. and Aaron talk about the passing of Leslie Jordan and Angela Lansbury, and what it means to lose queer icons like them.
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Published 11/01/22
This week, T.J. is joined by his good friend Ben (famous for his erudite commentary on Mambo Italiano), and the two of them gab about how much they love the new film Bros. They talk about its engagement with queer culture, queer joy, queer history...in fact, all things queer. This is definitely one that you won't want to miss!
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Published 10/14/22
In this weeks episode, T.J. and Aaron do a deep dive into Dahmer--Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, exploring the shows themes, its exploration of Dahmer's motivations, and the various discourses surrounding it. In addition, T.J. heckles Aaron for not having seen the instant queer classic, Hocus Pocus 2.
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Published 10/03/22
In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss I Love You Phillip Morris, covering such issues as Jim Carrey's performance, Ewan McGregor as a cute Southern twink, and the film's critique of the carceral state. Give it a listen!
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Published 09/21/22
In this week's episode, T.J. and Aaron discuss the new series A League of Their Own. They discuss its anachronisms, its forthright engagement with queerness, and its queerly utopian sensibility. Give it a listen!
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Published 09/06/22