
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

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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

Jun 17, 2024 • 30min
Discussing Eggs of the Past
In this episode, Ada, Katie, and Henry discuss last weeks episodeCheck out SplendorQueerGet bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytransBuy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show

Jun 10, 2024 • 10min
How do we interpret trans eggs of the past?
In this minisode, Henry (@punkgroucho, @henrygiardina on TikTok) discusses the very eggy writings of Denton Welch and looks into the @LilyTino Kurt Cobain controversy. When trans figures of the past tell us who they are, we do we have such a hard time believing them? Support the show

Jun 3, 2024 • 29min
Discussing Love Lies Bleeding
In this episode, Ada, Katie, and Henry discuss Love Lies Bleeding and Drive Away DollsCheck out SplendorQueerGet bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytransBuy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show

May 27, 2024 • 22min
Is Love Lies Bleeding Problematic? or am I?
In this episode Ada talks about the film Love Lies BleedingWe talked about what sports we loved to play and love to watch.Check out SplendorQueerGet bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytransBuy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show