
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

Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 5min
We Watched the Daily Wire's Transphobic Sports Movie "Lady Ballers" So You Don't Have To
Katie and Ada-Rhodes critique the transphobic and misogynistic sports movie 'Lady Ballers,' discussing its plot, flawed character development, lack of diversity, and biased representation. They express disappointment in the involvement of Ben Shapiro and Ted Cruz, as well as the presence of amateur actors and controversial figures. The hosts also question the reasons behind discussing such a problematic movie but emphasize the importance of being informed.

Dec 4, 2023 • 43min
Henry and Ada talk about Holly Golightly and Trancestors
CN: This episode discusses the childhood sexual abuse of one of the characters Henry and Ada talk about Breakfast at Tiffanys and how their relationships to it and gender and the past have changed in the past three years. Check out SplendorQueerGet bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytransBuy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show

Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 10min
Revisiting the Original E-Girl T-Girl Part 1
CN: This episode discusses the childhood sexual abuse of one of the characters This episode originally aired in January of 2021 but we will be revisiting it and discussing it next week with new eyes. In this episode, Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) tells Henry (@punkgroucho) why she thinks that the entire book Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote is totally trans.You can find Breakfast at Tiffany's at your Local Library or Bookstore Check out Avery Rose's great Twitter thread of trans women's reproductive labor https://bit.ly/38U5OVq Join the discussion https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch at SplendorQueer.com All clips are protected under fair use and our music this week was "Forget About Me" by DreamHeaven which is royalty free on PixabaySupport the show

Nov 13, 2023 • 49min
Cursed Attack Helicopter Hotspring
In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake), Jaq (@were_wife) and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about Revolutionary Girl Utena.Check out SplendorQueerGet bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytransBuy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show

Nov 6, 2023 • 10min
Thirsty Sword Butches
In this episode, Jaq (@were_wife) talks about the Revolutionary Girl Utena, and the current hostile environment we find ourselves in. Next week a longe discussion of this episode, please post questions and comments on Discord.Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueerSupport the show

Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 8min
Spooky Chat
Ostensibly, the gang (Katie, Henry and Jaq) talk about Carnival of Souls, but it's mostly a ramble about horror movies we saw too young, men being 6'5", and what scares us the most! Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueerSupport the showSupport the show

Oct 15, 2023 • 11min
Misogyny Carousel is the Worst Ride at the Carnival of Souls
Katie (@katieofthelake) talks about the 1962 movie Carnival of Souls, and how sometimes it's only after seeing something horrific you can see yourself in the mirror? It's spooky! Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueerSupport the showSupport the show

Oct 9, 2023 • 26min
MVT Chris Mosier
In this Most Valuable Teammate interview, Ada talks with Chris Mosier, who is a competitive triathlete, duathlete, racewalker, and activist who has worked to change the Olympic policy for trans athletes.We talked about what sports we loved to play and love to watch.You can learn more about Chris' work at TransAthlete.com and you should check out Athletes Unlimited.Back us on PatreonCheck out SplendorQueerSupport the show

Oct 2, 2023 • 4min
Issue 1 of the Totally Trans Zine is on Patreon Now
We made a tiny art zine to collect the episodes we've been making lately. You can access a printable version through Patreon.We are exited about how the relaunch is going and are looking forward to hearing what you think on Discord.Support the show

Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 4min
The Legend of the Orchi Shed with Guest Eilís Ni Fhlannagáin
This episode originally aired in May of 2021 and in this episode, Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) talks with Eilís Ni Fhlannagáin (aka Pidge, @dirtycitybird) to hear the true story behind the legendary Orchi Shed of the Pacific Northwest (also known as the Ball Barn), a low-income clinic run by two trans women deep in the Olympic Penninsula.We are rebroadcasting it as part of the launch of the Totally Trans Zine which will be released September 25th.Follow us on Twitter @totallytranspodGet bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytransBuy our merch https://www.teepublic.com/user/totally-transAll clips are protected under fair use and our theme song is Moonlight by Nielizas which we found on Pixabay.Support the show
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