
Totally Trans Podcast Network
In the networks flagship show Searching for the Trans Canon, hosts Katie Coleman (playwright, composer, queer trans woman she/her @katieofthelake), Ada-Rhodes Short (activist, engineering academic, and queer trans woman She/her @the_ada_rhodes) and Henry Giardina (writer, critic, trans guy. He/they @punkgroucho) discuss finding trans representation in film, tv, and literature. Twitter & Instagram: @totallytranspod
Latest episodes

Jan 27, 2025 • 3h 4min
Billy's Holiday is the weirdest egg-cracking ever
In the first episode of a new series featuring special guest Rabia (of Suddenly: A Frank Sinatra Podcast), Henry and Rabia dive into the 1995 Australian musical film Billy's Holiday, a deeply insane, quite eggy film that Rabia is obsessed with. This is the first episode of several that Rabia is joining us for! Tune in next week when Rabia and Henry take a look at another Australian movie you've never heard of that's randomly more trans than Priscilla: Queen of the Desert!Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueerGet trans magic art cult the book Ada has been working on hereCheck out our previous episodesSupport the show

Jan 15, 2025 • 7min
Something Different: The Eight of Birds
In this bit of something different, Ada Wish (@a-wish) talks about trying to find ways to express an unnameable feeling. Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueer Get trans magic art cult the book Ada has been working on here Check out our previous episode on Rachel Pollack's run of Doom PatrolSupport the show

Jan 6, 2025 • 36min
That's How You Get a Nosferatu
Katie and Ada talk about NosferatuFollow them on bluesky @KatieoftheLake and @a-wishBack us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Support our Art at SplendorQueer.comSupport the show

Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 27min
Our Year in Review
Katie, Henry, and Ada sit down to talk about their favorite media of 2024 and the things we have been up toGet the book Ada has been working on here Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueer Support the show

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Aug 4, 2024 • 11min
The Dyke Bar at the End of The Universe
Ada, a creative voice exploring cultural dynamics, dives into the whimsical realm of queer cinema with 'Drive Away Dolls' and its 90s nostalgia. They challenge perceptions of societal stagnation in lesbian existence, discussing how queer spaces offer liberation amid capitalist ideals. Ada reflects on the LGBTQ+ struggles of the 90s, highlighting the cultural significance of dyke bars while critiquing today's political landscape. Their unique insights also promote personal creative projects, connecting the past with the present in an engaging dialogue.

Jul 28, 2024 • 37min
The People's Joker Discussion
We discuss The People's Joker and also what movies we've seen lately, Glen Powell, Beatings out of context, and more!Support the show

Jul 21, 2024 • 13min
The People's Joker
So it's been awhile since this had been out now, but here's a few words about Vera Drew's fantastic movie, and probably a bit too much about Katie's early gender experimentation 🤷🏻♀️Support the show

Jul 15, 2024 • 34min
Discussing Lament for Susan
Join Ada (the_ada_rhodes), Katie (@katieofthelake) and Henry (@punkgroucho, @spaldinggay) as they chat about Henry's Susan Taubes episode. Discussed: dissociation, disembodiment, and the wish to be free of all bodies and genders!Support the show

Jul 8, 2024 • 11min
Lament for Susan
In this episode, Henry (@punkgroucho, Spalding Gay on TikTok) discusses the work of the late feminist writer Susan Taubes.Support the show

Jul 1, 2024 • 31min
Getting to Know Trans Voices: Scott Niswander
Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) chats with agender YouTuber Scott Niswander! (@scottniswander.) Discussed: Aliens, Ancient Aliens (the show) X-Men, and Ada's Magneto helmet!Support the show
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