Totally Normal About That

Hi Friends!This week we continued our totally normal conversation about The Flight Attendant! We discussed complex relationships, whether platonic, romantic, or sexual, the importance of communication and honesty, and how red flags don't automatically mean serial killer, except when they do!If you enjoy this show as much as we do, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about The Flight Attendant!We discussed some serious topics, including generational trauma, alcoholism, and various mental health conditions including PTSD and OCD. We had a great time discussing this show, but we also got a little bit heavy this week, so please be aware of that going in! We also realized we had so much more to talk about than we had even realized, so keep your eyes out for the second part of our discussion next week!And if you have thoughts about this show or anything we discussed this week, you can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about Deadloch! We discussed toxic men (and women), murder as a form of allyship, gender norms and nonconformity, and so much more! We laughed, we bickered, and most importantly, everyone made it out alive. At least as far as we know!If you enjoy Deadloch even a fraction as much as we do, or if you have strong opinions about mansplaining, please, come tell us! We'd love to hear from you! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we continued our totally normal conversation about Bones! We might have been a little bit loopier than normal due to the recent time change, but we still had a great time talking about the different characters and relationships in this show! We discussed Angela's love life, people dating the interns, the will they/won't they dynamics in the show and how well they were executed, and so much more!If you love Bones as much as we do, we want to hear about it! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we began our totally normal conversation about the tv show Bones! We discussed how museums tell the stories of marginalized people, the overlap between queerness and neurodivergence, the context of this show and how it affects the way certain people's stories are presented, and much more! We also discussed how our own differing backgrounds with Anthropology and Psychology color our interactions with this show!If you love Bones as much as we do, we want to hear about it! Come tell us about all the things you love most about Bones by tagging us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by emailing us at [email protected]!

Hey Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Easy A! We discussed our feelings about the way women are punished for their sexual behavior (real or otherwise), how queer people experience bullying and the choice to perform heterosexuality to be safe (aka, how to be closeted 101), the legal and ethical issues with sleeping with a student (and also giving said student an STI), and the emotional manipulation and bullying Olive experiences, among other things.Overall we enjoyed this movie, even if it does have some elements we don't really love. If have strong feelings about this movie or our discussion about it, or if you have suggestions on other pieces of media you think we should cover, we want to know about it! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about Naomi & Ely's No Kiss List! We talked about the importance of communication and boundaries, discussed manipulation and codependency, and even hashed out the complicated overlap between platonic, romantic, and sexual feelings and relationships!Overall, this movie was super cute, and we had a great time watching it! If you enjoy this movie or have strong feelings you want to share, come tell us! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the 2010 movie Valentine's Day! We discussed the pros and cons of the style of this movie and the stellar cast and what they brought to the story (like Larry Millers' humor and Taylor Swift's acting struggles). We also talked about the queer representation in the movie and the way the time in which it was written affects how (un)seriously certain elements were treated.If you have strong feelings about this movie, or any other thoughts and feelings you'd like to share, come tell us! We'd love to hear from you! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hello Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Brokeback Mountain!We discussed issues like the violence of being forcibly closeted, the systemic misogyny women faced in the 60's and 70's, and the psychology of rural American men who sleep with other men.If you would like to read some of the articles or studies referenced in our discussion, you can find them here:https://www.jstor.org/stable/44281808https://www.thecut.com/2017/02/how-straight-men-explain-their-same-sex-encounters.htmlhttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/15365042211035339https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/sex-life-of-the-american-male/201507/straight-men-who-have-sex-with-other-men-in-their-ownAdditionally, if you have strong thoughts or feelings about this movie, we want to know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we were joined by our amazing friend Drew for a special, All Hate, No Love discussion about Wedding Crashers!We had a delightful time screaming about this movie and all of the things we hate about it, including the glaring misogyny, casual treatment of rape, the gross stereotyping of queer men, and it’s worship of toxic masculinity. Oh, and did we mention the weird racial stereotyping?In spite of all of our complaints (and there were many) we still managed to have a great time talking about this movie & its place in the history of queer media.You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]. And if you want to hear more of Drew’s media opinions, you can find him co-hosting Carrying Wayward or listen to his episodes on Gateleapers!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about Disney's Frozen and Frozen 2! We had a blast talking about the queer coding of this movie and the way it plays as an allegory for queerness, as well as the complex relationship between Elsa and Anna, and also the princesses and their parents. We discussed Kristoff's vibes, how much we love Olaf and Sven, our feelings about the music, and also the themes around colonization.If you love these movies even a fraction as much as we do, come tell us about it! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hello Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Stardust! We yelled about princes, witches, gay pirates, ghosts, stars, gay pirates, unicorns, magic, and did we mention gay pirates? This movie is a wild ride, and we had an absolute blast discussing it!If you love this movie or have strong feelings about it or anything we discussed this week, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends!We are so excited for another season of Heartstopper! This week we had a totally normal conversation about our feelings on the third season. We discussed the continuing arcs for each of the characters, the growth for characters over the seasons, the ever-growing depth of the show, and what we wish we could get more of!If you have thoughts and feelings you'd like to share with us about this show, we want to hear them! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends! Happy New Year!!This week we decided to kick off the new year with the second part of our totally normal discussion about Merlin!We had a hilarious conversation this week about kings, knights, physicians, dragons, and so much more! We discussed age old questions like “what is a knight’s job?”, “what does Camelot look like on a map?”, “is Uther a good king, and why is the answer no?”, and so many more!If you have strong feelings about Merlin or anything we’ve discussed in this episode, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or email us at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!Happy Holidays! As a special present for our listeners, we are covering one of our favorite shows, Merlin! That's right! What over way to spend our Merlin Finale Anniversary than by discussing this show in a totally normal fashion?We discussed our feelings about Merlin, Arthur, Gwen, and Morgana, as well as their relationships to one another. We also discussed the style and theatricality of the show, and the chemistry between the characters.If you have strong feelings about Merlin, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]. And if you want to hear more of our feelings about Merlin, tune in next week for our continued discussion about this show!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the Christmas movie, Single All the Way! We had an absolute blast watching this movie and discussing all of the fun tropes used, the amazing cast, and the frankly delightful singing and dancing! This one was all love, no hate!If you also love this movie, or have suggestions for other fun, breezy rom-coms you think we definitely shouldn't miss, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hey friends!It's that time of year!! The holidays are officially upon us, and what better way to kick them off than with Christmas cheer? Or, in some cases, Christmas tears! That's right y'all! We literally laughed, cried, and had a totally normal conversation about this movie!This week we discussed the experience of being closeted and coming out, the importance of honesty and being on the same page with your partner, the struggle to live up to family expectations, and the miracle of second chances!If you have even a fraction of as many strong feelings about this movie as we did, then we want to hear from you! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!December 1st is World AIDS Day, so in honor of all the people we have lost to HIV/AIDs, we decided this week we would talk about the movie Rent! We discussed the way this movie represented the AIDs crisis in the late 80s and early 90s, as well as it's depictions of queerness in general. We talked about the portrayal of loss and grief, as well as the choice to end this movie on a hopeful message. We also discussed the way the historical context made the movie even more emotionally resonant.Please also be warned that due to the content of this movie, we have some very serious discussions about the impact of HIV/AIDs on the queer community, including the homophobia that led to delays in care and unnecessary deaths from the disease. There are also minor discussions about drug use. Additionally, while we understand the difference between HIV & AIDS, there are a few times that we use the two terms interchangeably, similar to the way the two are used interchangeably in the movie.If you love Rent, or if you have another favorite musical that you'd like us to discuss, let us know! We'd love to hear from you! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi friends!This week we were joined by two amazing fandom friends, Lauren and Rachel from Sort of Brilliant Podcast!We had a totally normal conversation about one of our all-time favorite movies, Clueless! We got to talk about things like Cher & Josh's relationship, the awesome queer rep in Christian, our love for Dionne and Murray's antics, and our obsession with Cher's outfits!We also got to confirm our Hogwarts Houses according to the SOB Pod ladies (Joanne who?) and discuss the different personalities in the movie and the way the different characters view the world.If you love this movie and have thoughts you want to share, we want to hear them! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected] we definitely encourage you to go listen to Sort of Brilliant with Lauren and Rachel! You can find their podcast here: Sort of Brilliant • A podcast on Spotify for Creators,You can also find them on Twitter at @Sob_Pod or on BlueSky at SOBpod

Get in friends, we're going podcasting!This week we had a conversation about one of the most iconic movies of the early 2000's - Mean Girls!We talked about things we love about this movie, like the incredible cast, the unforgettable lines, and the layered humor, as well as things we don't really like about the movie, like the casual ableism and misogyny, and the way queerness and queer people are treated.If you have big feelings about this movie, we want to hear them! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hey friends!!This week we had a conversation about Legally Blonde!We talked about things we love, like Elle's amazing outfits, her resilience in the face of bullying, and the ways in which femininity can still be feminist!We also talked about things we hate, like casual misogyny, sexual harassment, homophobic stereotypes, pink washing, and more!Last but not least, we talked about things we love to hate, like the treatment of David Kidney in the iconic scene where Elle helps him secure a date!If you feel particularly passionate about any of these things, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the 2002 movie, Sweet Home Alabama! We discussed the representation in this movie and the use of some of our favorite (and least favorite) rom-com tropes.Please be warned we also had very serious conversations about the casual racism, homophobia, and misogyny in this movie, including an in-depth discussion about Melanie outing Bobby Ray. If now is not a good time for you to listen to that kind of discussion, feel free to take a pause. We aren’t going anywhere.If you have things you’d like to discuss with us, related to this episode or queer media/representation in general, feel free to reach out! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hey friends!This week we talked about one of the quintessential movies from the early 2000's - the original Pirates of the Caribbean! We had a fun chat about bisexual awakenings, both for viewers and one beloved Will Turner! We also talked about the complex feelings and relationships 009between Elizabeth Swan, Will Turner, and Jack Sparrow, about the theatricality of Jack Sparrow, and about the other queer pairings in this film.If you also love this movie, hit us up! We would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on these movies! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hey Friends!This week, in anticipation of the new Venom movie release, we had a totally normal conversation about Venom and Venom: Let There Be Carnage! We talked about the background of this franchise and all sorts of fun connections and parallels to other movies and shows we love! We also discussed the way the movie deals with things like polyamory, toxic masculinity and relationships, the significance of communication, and so much more!! Mostly, we just yelled about how queer these movies are and how much we love them!If you also love the Venom franchise, hit us up! We would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on these movies! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the tv show Dead Boy Detectives! We struggled to accurately remember the origins of Steve Yockey's ghost, gushed over all our favorite characters and pairings, and mourned all the lost potential in a show that was cancelled far too soon! We also had some really thoughtful conversations about some central themes in the show, like bullying and abuse.For those who are not familiar (or who just need a laugh), here is the link to the Yockey's ghost referenceIf you feel totally normal about this show, let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hey Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about Gotham Knights!We discussed the complex nature of class & crime in Gotham, the amazing queer representation in characters like Cullen, Harper, & Stephanie, our favorite ships & dynamics from the show, and the balance of delivering what we wanted & subverting expectations they achieved!If you have strong feelings about this show or anything we discussed, we want to hear them! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about our favorite Supernatural "prequel", The Winchesters! We talked about our experiences as fans when the show was announced, the push for diversity and representation, our love for Robbie Thompson, and more!If you feel totally normal about The Winchesters, feel free to reach out to us! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]!

Hi friends!This week we are wrapping up our discussions about Supernatural (for now) with a special episode featuring two of our favorite podcasters & fandom friends, Mary & Jeremy!This week we had an incredible conversation about many of the things that make us feel totally normal about Supernatural AND its fandom. Mary & Jeremy shared how they got into the show & some of their experiences with fandom. We also talked about the impact of the show as a queer story, the importance of normalizing queer stories in media, who we all relate to most in the show, and so much more!If you have feelings about what we discussed, feel free to share them with us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected] can find Mary & Jeremy's other projects here - be sure to check them all out!Twitter: @maryturner_ and @jggreerCarrying Wayward (A Supernatural Podcast): Carrying Wayward | Instagram, TikTok | LinktreeThe Gentleman Pirate's Library - Listen on Spotify - LinktreeRude Eats (A Hannibal Podcast): rudeeats.coolcreepybutnecessary.cool

Hey Friends!!Who else was so excited to see the new trailer drop for Heartstopper Season 3? We know we were, which is why we decided to do a mini-episode discussing our feelings about it!We would love to hear snout your reactions too! Feel free to share them with us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about one of our all-time favorite tv relationships, Dean Winchester and Castiel from Supernatural!Not gonna' lie, we spent a lot of this episode just gushing about the insanity that is these two and their abject devotion to one another, but we did manage to make a few fairly coherent points about the relationship between trust and loyalty, the ways these two changed one another, and even discussed some of the really amazing ways the show created connections between important moments in the characters development through dialogue and cinematography choices. And we barely scratched the surface!We are CERTAIN that you all have strong feelings and opinions on our favorited duo, and we want to hear them! So please, come share with us about all the things we missed, or any unhinged thoughts our dialogue may have sparked! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends! This week we continued our discussions of Supernatural with a special episode dedicated to found family within the show! In addition to discussing Sam & Dean, we also discussed many other beloved characters, including (but not limited to) Bobby, Jody, Charlie, Garth, Donna, Claire, and of course, Castiel!We discussed the different relationships these characters had both with the Winchesters and each other. We talked about how the show treated different aspects of found family and also the differences between how Sam & Dean related to certain members of their found family.Please be aware there are also brief mentions of the sexual assault of a minor around minutes 40-45.If you have feelings about what we discussed, feel free to share them with us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected] to the fanfic mentioned: https://archiveofourown.org/works/22144657

Hey friends!This week we had our first of many conversations about Supernatural! We knew it was impossible to cover everything in just one episode (and who would want to?), so we're going to be doing a whole MONTH of episodes, starting with a general overview of our feelings on the show, what brought us to Supernatural, and some of our feelings about existing in this fandom space!If you have feelings about what we discussed, feel free to share them with us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends!This week we were joined by our amazing friend Bex for a chat about one of our favorite pairings from the tv show 9-1-1, Buddie!We had a totally normal discussion about all the things we love and hate about Buck/Eddie, including discussions about character development, self-acceptance, the romantic nature of the portmanteau, Buck baby-trapping Eddie, the joys of co-parenting, pandemic sleeping arrangements, the parallels with het couples, and more!Bex also treated us to an amazing explanation of Couch Theory and Lucia had realizations about the context of the "go for the title" scene that might have resulted in some screaming!If you have feelings about what we discussed, feel free to share them with us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends! This week we had a totally normal conversation about the amazing queer first responders in our beloved show, 9-1-1! We talked about coming out, blended families, the importance of communication, and the importance of being true to who you are. Most of all, we yelled about how much we love these characters and how we can't wait for more of them!If you also have totally normal feelings about this show or the things we discussed, please let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends! This week we had a totally normal conversation about seasons 3 & 4 of the BBC's Sherlock! We discussed the introduction of Mary, Sherlock's emotional growth, our feelings about the finale, and fandom conspiracies.If you also have totally normal feelings about this show or the things we discussed, please let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected], here is the link to the Reddit post about the "two pillars" mentioned in the episode

Hey friends! This week we had a totally normal conversation about the first two seasons of the BBC's Sherlock! We discussed Watsonian vs Doylian approaches to media interpretation, non-traditional relationships, found family, the homoeroticism of Moriarty, and more! Mostly we just squealed over how insanely queer this show really is!If you also have totally normal feelings about this show or the things we discussed, please let us know! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hi Friends! This week we continued our conversation about Our Flag Means Death! We were totally normal about meta humor and plot anachronisms, found family, self-love, and the importance of being yourself. And we might have gotten a little silly about everyone's love for violence!If you have thoughts to share, we'd love to hear 'em! Feel free to tag us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

Hi Friends! This week we are joined by our amazing friend Katie (aka DustyLCanon) for a chat about Our Flag Means Death! We had a totally normal discussion about all the things we love and hate about the show, including character growth & self-actualization, poly relationships, elder queer representation and more! We also delved into some of the heavier topics of the show, including mental health and disability representation.If you have feelings about what we discussed, feel free to share them with us by tagging us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by emailing us at [email protected] can also find Katie on Twitter at @DustyLCanon, or hear her coverage of every episode of OFMD at https://linktr.ee/gentlemanpirateslibraryYou can also find her podfics & writing here: https://makingitupaswegopod.carrd.co/

Hey there friends! This week we had a totally normal discussion about the show Heartstopper! We had a blast talking about identity realization & coming out, ace representation, bullying, & mental health. We also continue our ongoing conversations about found family, queer community, and queer mentorship.If any of these things leave you feeling totally normal, we'd love for you to share your thoughts with us! You can reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected].

Hey friends! This week we had a totally normal chat about the movie adaptation of Red, White, and Royal Blue. Listen along as we discuss some queer media milestones, rom-com tropes, sex and intimacy, and the right to privacy. Please note we also have conversations that veer into explicit territory this week.If you feel totally normal about the things we said or have additional thoughts about this movie you'd like to share with us, please reach out! You can tag us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]

Hey friends! This week we had a totally normal chat about Casey McQuiston's bestseller, Red, White, and Royal Blue. Listen along as we discuss found family, societal and cultural expectations, power structures, and the bisexual experience.And if you feel totally normal about the things we said, please let us know! You can tag us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]

Welcome to Totally Normal About That! This week, we’re introducing ourselves and talking a little bit more (or maybe a lot more, we love to ramble) about what we’ll be doing on the podcast. We get totally normal about the history of queer media (spoiler alert: it’s been around for a really long time!) and share our perspectives on language and how we will be using terminology.Do you have something you’re feeling totally normal about? Let us know! You can find us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or by email at [email protected]

Coming soon, a new podcast where Lucia and Nell take getting hype about queer media to a new level–a totally normal one.Come get hype with us online at Tumblr or Bluesky or by emailing us at [email protected]