Queer Geek Cast

 

The Queer Geek Cast is a podcast dedicated to discussing the LGBTQ+ side of geek culture and fandom.

Estimated Release Date: June 2017

Release Date: June 9th, 2017
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Summary:
We talk to Geekiary contributor and admin for the Gender Terror website, Lucian, about Yuri on Ice, queer themes in anime and manga, and relatability of the characters.

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Good as Dead: How Yuri on Ice Saved My Life

Release Date: June 10th, 2017
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Summary:
Geekiary comic book experts Farid and Khai team up to educate me about the nuances of LGTBQ+ representation in comic books.  We discuss Marvel, DC, Darkhorse, and beyond!

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“America” Issue 1 – Hitler Gets Punched by a Queer Woman of Color!

 

Release Date: June 17th, 2017
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Summary:
In this week’s episode I chat with Emma, the co-founder of Genre TV For All
, about  bisexual characters in media.  Specifically we look at canon relationships in genre TV, potential relationships in films, and fan and creator interaction.

Relevant Links:
Roundtable: Trans Representation in ‘Sense 8’
#GiveCaptainAmericaABoyfriend Asks for More Representation
Lucasfilm Head Confirms Finn and Poe Romance?

Release Date: June 24th, 2017
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Summary:
I have a chat with Geekiary co-admin Jamie about LGBTQ+ themes in both fanfiction and commercial literature, the evolution of the literature industry, and how the media we consume has impacted understanding our own sexualities.

Relevant Links:
“Seven Tears at High Tide” by CB Lee is a Bisexual Summer Romance for my Inner Teen
I’m Sorry “The 100,” We Have to Break Up Now
Book Review: The Pearl Thief
#WeNeedDiverseBooks Wattpad Recommendations
LGBTQ+ Book Recommendations
Tillie Walden on Her Process, Coming Out, and Yuri on Ice

Release Date: July 8th, 2017
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Summary: Geekiary editor Khai and Gender Terror admin Lucian teach me about queer representation and inclusion in gamer culture.