Michelle Ghanem

Join pop culture commentator Glen Weldon and TV critic Michelle Ghanem as they dive into HBO Max's beloved series, Heated Rivalry. They explore the significance of its bold portrayals of gay romance and the unexpected fanbase among straight women and gay men. The duo discusses how explicit sex scenes become instrumental for character development, while also tackling issues of fetishization and representation in queer storytelling. With insights on audience demand for authentic intimacy and the influence of female authorship, this conversation is both playful and poignant.