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Estradiol IllusionsMadame WebHer web connects us all! Or does? Absolutely not.
Ian is joined by Ed Carroll for a discussion on Sony's Spider-Man Universe's latest disaster. Ian and Ed break down the odd narrative decisions, like the bargain bin Terminator chase to the odd application of clairvoyance powers to the puzzling absence of spider powers in a film with three Spider-Girls/Spider-Women. What a mess!
Disclaimer: Sony sent Ian a copy of the 4K/Blu-ray release for the purposes of recording this episode.
2024-05-131h 02
Estradiol IllusionsA Charlie Brown ChristmasOur holiday coverage concludes with a merger of our pop culture and personal programming. A Charlie Brown Christmas is one of the most perfect holiday specials in existence, but it'll also occupy an odd place in Ian's life. Ian talks about how she watched this special mere minutes before a four-year relationship ended, days before Christmas. Ian really didn't like the idea of such a good special being tied up in trauma, making a vow to reclaim the Peanuts and all their glory. Those efforts ultimately shaped her year of mischief and healing, the promise of Christmas manifested in th...2022-12-1542 min
Estradiol IllusionsShe-Hulk: Attorney at LawGrab your gamma radiation and your law degree, we're doing a whole episode on She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Ian dives into what she referred to as the MCU's best TV series, examining the mash-up of Ally McBeal with Marvel's established formula. Ian also examines the state of the broader MCU TV affairs, a territory we haven't revisited on EI since WandaVision. The incels may have hated it, but what do they know about comic books anyway?
Ian's written review:
https://ianthomasmalone.com/2022/10/she-hulk-attorney-at-law-confidently-grows-into-marvel-studios-best-television-series-to-date/
EI's previous WandaVision review:
https://ianthomasmalone.podbean.com/e/wa...2022-10-1738 min
Estradiol IllusionsDownton Abbey: A New EraWe're back at Downton for an episode on the new film Downton Abbey: A New Era. Ian was unfortunately not a big fan of the movie, with its excessive subplots and bizarre adventure to the south of France, though she did enjoy the plot set at Downton and the newcomers. Ian does her best to untangle the messy web of the film, providing analysis for how it fell short of the first feature.
Ian's review of the film: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2022/05/downton-abbey-a-new-era-is-too-stuck-in-the-past/
Previous episode on the first film: https://ianthomasmalone.podbean.com/e/do...2022-05-2148 min
Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: Pesky BisexualityAn episode all about Ian's jumbled-up bisexuality, colloquially known as the leg hair spectrum (masculine of Ian's not too feminine center). Ian talks about what bisexuality means to her, how no one else can define your own sexuality, and how it's perfectly okay to "pick sides" in the sexuality equation. Ian just mostly wishes she wasn't 90% heterosexual, but who would really choose to be attracted to men anyway?
2022-05-1139 min
Estradiol IllusionsThe Job of SongsWe are delighted to welcome Lila Schmitz to talk about her new documentary The Job of Songs, a delightful film centered on the music scene in Doolin, Ireland. Ian & Lila talk about the power of music in communities, mental health, travel culture, open communication, and so much more! Lots of laughter as ITM shakes off the interview rust.
The Job of Songs premiered at DOC NYC 2021 and will be having its wide release later this year. To learn more, please visit https://thejobofsongs.com/home
Ian's review of the film: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2022/03/the-job-of-songs-makes-the-case-for-good-old-fashioned-human-connection/
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Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: What’s in a Name?The day has finally arrived. ITM the bisexual is learning more and more that she's probably more like ITM the heterosexual. Yuck. Boys are gross, and most of them tend not to want to date trans women named Ian Thomas. Again, yuck, but here we are.
Ian does her best to unpack the mess that is her dating life, being confronted with the realities of modern romance and the ways her identity comes into conflict with our swipe left/right binary. Bit of a struggle! You've been warned.
2022-03-1858 min
Estradiol IllusionsStar Wars: The Last JediGrab your porgs and your blue milk! The Last Jedi is a bit of a polarizing film, to say the least. Rian Johnson brought plenty of fascinating ideas to the sequel trilogy's middle entry, its best by a mile. Ian talks about what she liked about the film, what she would have changed, and the characterization of Luke Skywalker, diving a bit into Luke's appearances in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett.
Ian's original 2017 review of the film: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2017/12/the-last-jedi-offers-aimless-entertainment/
Ian's write up of The Phantom Menace that is mentioned in...2022-02-241h 11
Estradiol IllusionsThe Muppet Christmas CarolWhen a cold wind blows it chills you, chills you to the bone! Ian is joined by her sister Barbara "Bibble" Malone for an episode dedicated to the definitive holiday classic. Born out of tragedy after the losses of Jim Henson & Richard Hunt, the Muppet troupe banded together to produce one of their finest works. From Michael Caine's iconic performance to Paul Williams' chilling music, The Muppet Christmas Carol is perfect on just about every level, as long as you're watching a cut that contains "The Love is Gone."
Ian's review of the film: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2019/12...2021-12-031h 05
Estradiol IllusionsArchie Kao - Christmas at the RanchWe are delighted to kick off our holiday coverage with Archie Kao, star of the new film Christmas at the Ranch from Tello Films. Archie is also known to international audiences for his roles on shows such as Power Rangers: Lost Galaxy, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and Chicago P.D.
Archie & Ian talk about Christmas at the Ranch's thoroughly inclusive LGBTQ narrative, Archie's experiences making the film, and an extended conversation on Lost Galaxy bound to delight fans of our Power Rangers coverage. Christmas at the Ranch is a great addition to the holiday genre, perfect for...2021-12-0244 min
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Rusty to the RescueBack on the Island of Sodor! Rusty to the Rescue introduces the narrow gauge engines and Stepney, the Bluebell Engine who’s maybe lying about liking bluebells in order to escape the scrapyard. Some of the new engines we meet receive new names by the end of the tape, a very confusing dynamic for this series’ young target demographic. Ian & Tarabelle dissect the complexities of these small new engines. Ian also does way too many Harold the Helicopter impressions.
This tape includes the following episodes
Granpuff
Sleeping Beauty
A Bad Day for Sir Ha...2021-11-031h 27
Estradiol IllusionsMighty Morphin Power Rangers (Season 1)It's morphin time! Grab your spandex and your zord, it's time for an in-depth look at one at a pivotal piece of 90s popular culture. Ian and special guest Colin George-Babb explore the first season, full of iconic monsters and the tropes that have come to define the series in the decades since its premiere. Ian and Colin discuss the origins of the series and what they love about this fabulous first season.
No putties were hurt in the making of this episode!
You can follow Colin at gokaiburakku
2021-10-121h 25
Estradiol IllusionsThe Controversy over the new Alanis Morissette doc ”Jagged”A new documentary about Alanis Morissette's iconic album Jagged Little Pill premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. Morissette herself is not happy with director Alison Klayman's work on Jagged. Ian has seen the doc and finds the whole saga a bit perplexing.
Ian's review of the documentary from TIFF: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2021/09/tiff-review-jagged/
The Deadline article referenced in the episode: https://deadline.com/video/alanis-morissette-documentary-jagged-director-alison-klayman-interview/
Image courtesy of TIFF
2021-09-2243 min
Estradiol IllusionsDownton Abbey Character Study: Thomas BarrowNew feature at Estradiol Illusions! Take a trip with us back to Downton Abbey for an in-depth look at one of the show's most fascinating characters. After being introduced as the show's primary antagonist in season one, Thomas Barrow largely sheaths his villainous inclinations, growing to become a figure with great depth. Ian explores Barrow's full series arc and the ways he gradually endeared himself to the audience.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Ian's in-depth review of the Downton Abbey film: https://ianthomasmalone.podbean.com/e/downton-abbey-1569517256/
Please leave a r...2021-04-221h 04
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Percy's Ghostly TrickWe are back on the Island of Sodor for another edition of TTTE & Chill, the number one Thomas the Tank Engine recap show in the world. Percy’s Ghostly Trick is a sentimental favorite tape. Ian & Tara break down the intricacies of Percy’s prank, Douglas’ daring rescue of Oliver, the infamous “Thanksgiving” episode, and the handling of the regatta medical emergency in All at Sea.
This tape covers the following episodes
Thomas’ Anthem (music video)
Percy’s Ghostly Trick
Woolly Bear
Thomas and Percy’s Mountain Adventure
Escape
Oliver Owns Up
All at Sea
Be sure t...2021-03-261h 16
Estradiol IllusionsLord Varys: A Transgender PerspectiveGrab your lavender and your little birds, we’re going to Westeros. Join Ian for a solo episode all about Lord Varys. As someone who knows what it’s like to lose their balls, Ian feels a kindred connection to the Spider. For his talent, George R.R. Martin often portrays Varys in an exceedingly cartoonish fashion that plays into homophobic stereotypes. Join for a close reading of many of Varys’ key passages.
This episode will cover the following chapters:
A Game of Thrones
Catelyn IV
Eddard IV
Eddard V
Eddard V...2021-03-181h 30
Estradiol IllusionsYoung HeartsToday we are joined by Sarah and Zachary Ray Sherman, directors of the film Young Hearts. One of Ian's favorites from Slamdance 2020, the film follows two teens developing their first romantic relationship, learning the messy nature of love in a high school setting. Sarah and Zachary talk about their experiences making the film and its unique place amidst high school narratives.
Ian's review of the film (originally titled Thunderbolt in Mine Eye): https://ianthomasmalone.com/2020/01/slamdance-review-thunderbolt-in-mine-eye/
Young Hearts is now available to rent via VOD from all major services including Amazon, Google, and Apple.
Fil...2021-02-1520 min
Estradiol IllusionsSundance Series: GNTOur Sundance coverage continues with another film from the Shorts Program. GNT is a hilarious film all about thrush, aka yeast infections! Filmmakers Sara Hirner and Rosemary Vasquez-Brown chat with Ian all the way from Australia about their process making the short. The color palette and writing is top-notch. Ian highly recommends checking out the film!
Poster image of GNT by Sara Hirner and Rosemary Vasquez-Brown, an official selection of the Shorts Program at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute.
2021-01-2923 min
Estradiol IllusionsZackary Drucker, director of The Lady and the DaleWe are so excited to welcome trans icon Zackary Drucker to the show to talk about her fascinating new HBO documentary series The Lady the Dale. The series dives into the complicated life of G. Elizabeth Carmichael, a trans woman whose Twentieth Century Motor Car Corporation created the three wheel car known as the Dale. Zackary & Ian discuss Liz's life and legacy and the ways the world responded to her gender identity at the time.
The Lady and the Dale premieres on HBO on January 31st.
Ian's review of the series: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2021/01/the-lady-and-the-dale-provides-a-riveting-perspective-of-a-trans-pioneer/...2021-01-2734 min
Estradiol IllusionsDisneyland AP Cancellation AnalysisDisneyland has cancelled the Annual Passholder Program, leading to many disappointed superfans clinging to their AP popcorn buckets and Halloween AP magnets for relief. Ian is pretty sad. She also thinks that the media is being ridiculous in criticizing APs for being Karens, hogging the park, and being too obsessed among other things. Ian offers some analysis on the current situation and why she thinks the AP program will be back pretty soon after the pandemic.
For more Disneyland fun, check out our other episodes including the three park ranking of every ride in Disneyland a...2021-01-1633 min
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Thomas and the Magic RailroadGrab your gold-dust and your conductor's whistle, because we're going to Shining Time Station to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Thomas and the Magic Railroad. The Shout! Factory blu-ray set contains a number of wonderful bonus features, including numerous deleted scenes from the storylines that didn't make it into the film. Ian & Tara talk about the legacy of the film and its place within Thomas lore.
Film poster courtesy of Shout! Factory
2021-01-141h 20
Estradiol IllusionsThe Mandalorian Season 2 ReviewJoin host Ian Thomas Malone as she breaks down The Mandalorian's excellent second season. The Baby Yoda Show covered a lot of ground this year, finally bestowing a proper moniker on the little fella. As Grogu heads for the Jedi Temple, Ian talks about what worked and what didn't for season two.
Ian's written review: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2021/01/the-mandalorian-season-2-review/
2021-01-0526 minEstradiol IllusionsThe Mandalorian Season 2 Recap (Episode 8)What an episode! Join Ian for a recap of what she referred to as a the best chapter of Star Wars since The Empire Strikes Back. Such a beautiful tribute to everything fans love about this franchise. If only R5-D4 had come along for the adventure from Tatooine.
Ian's written review: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2020/12/the-mandalorian-season-2-review-chapter-16/
Programming note: we will return after Christmas with a full review of season two. Happy Life Day everyone!
2020-12-1929 min
Estradiol IllusionsStar Trek: The Pon FarrThe Pon Farr is one of the weirder aspects of Star Trek lore, making it a natural topic for Estradiol Illusions to explore! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and specials guests Johnny Kolasinksi and Dr. Jackson Vane from Hi Everybody - a Bad Medicine Podcast, as well as Dr. Courtney Nicholas and Dr. Greg Winter for a wide-ranging discussion all about everyone's favorite Vulcan mating ritual. What would happen is a transgender Vulcan underwent the Pon Farr? Why don't any Vulcans ever want to talk about this totally normal biological function? All of that and much more ahead!
2020-12-151h 24Estradiol IllusionsThe Mandalorian Season 2 Recap (Episode 7)Why does Mando wear a mustache? Join Ian as she spends most of the episode pondering the show's existential questions (mostly kidding!), like why Boba Fett spent much of Chapter 15 hiding. Mayfeld returns, bringing American interventionism into the equation, territory that Star Wars hasn't quite presented as something its audience should worry about with regard to the New Republic.
No Grogu this week, but never fear. A sighting of Pedro Pescal's beautiful face can go a long way toward forgetting about that adorable little fella.
Ian's written review: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2020/12/the-mandalorian-season-2-review-chapter-15/
2020-12-1223 min
Estradiol IllusionsThe Year Without a Santa ClausHop aboard your reindeer and be sure to watch out for the Miser brothers, because we are taking a journey down to Southtown. Join Ian and very special guest Barbara "Bibble" Malone as they break down the seminal holiday favorite The Year Without a Santa Claus. Santa may have wanted a year off, but a certain pink-bowed girl had other plans. We'd have a blue Christmas without this holiday classic!
Be sure to check out all our holiday coverage!
Film poster courtesy of Rankin/Bass Productions
2020-12-101h 04
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Thomas' Snowy SurpriseHoliday themed TTTE & Chill! Join Ian & Tarabelle for a trip to the Island of Sodor for a bunch of snowy shenanigans. Percy's driver abandons him on a siding to be covered in ice, while Skarloey's crew roughs it out inside the igloo. Why didn't Terence get to come to Mrs. Kyndly's Christmas party? How is he supposed to watch over her house? All of that and more!
This tape covers the following episodes:
It's Only Snow
Jack Frost
Toby Had a Little Lamb
Snow
Thomas' Christmas Party
Thomas and the Missing Christmas Tree
Winter Wo...2020-12-081h 00Estradiol IllusionsThe Mandalorian Season 2 Recap (Episode 6)Grab your jetpack and your Sarlacc pit, Boba Fett is back! The long-awaited return of everyone's favorite tertiary bounty hunter lived up to the hype. Temuera Morrison was absolutely superb.
Ian provides some context for Boba Fett's popularity, including his debut in the beloved Star Wars Holiday Special. Mando might not be very good at watching his son, but at least Grogu has darksaber to keep himself occupied.
Ian's written review! https://ianthomasmalone.com/2020/12/the-mandalorian-season-2-review-chapter-14/
2020-12-0530 minEstradiol IllusionsThe Mandalorian Season 2 Recap (Episode 5)100th episode of Estradiol Illusions! We dive into what Ian thought was the best episode of The Mandalorian ever, steeped in Star Wars' lore. Ahsoka Tano's live-action debut was flawless. Baby Yoda's name reveal, not so much. Do we have to call him Grogu? Ian doesn't want to.
Thank you everyone for following us these for 100 episodes. Here's to another hundred!
Ian's written review: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2020/11/the-mandalorian-season-2-review-chapter-13/
2020-11-2825 min
Estradiol IllusionsSidney FlaniganWe are delighted to welcome actor & musician Sidney Flanigan to the show. Sidney made her acting debut in the spectacular film Never Rarely Sometimes Always at Sundance, one of Ian’s favorites from the festival. Sidney’s band Starjuice just released a new EP “Reminders,” which can be heard of Spotify. Sidney talks about her experiences making Never Rarely as well as the challenges of recording music in the covid era.
Be sure to check out Starjuice on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3b4yx9xGEgYJW3Kp9kwZLO
Ian’s Sundance review of Never Rarely Som...2020-11-1154 min
Estradiol IllusionsMichael HurstWe are delighted to welcome Michael Hurst to the show for a wide-ranging discussion of his illustrious career. Michael is best remembered for playing Iolaus on Hercules: The Legendary Journey's & Xena: Warrior Princess, and for his directorial work on shows like Spartacus and Ash vs. Evil Dead. Ian & Michael talk at length about the influence that Hercules has had on the fantasy genre, opening the door for dozens of shows that followed.
Michael recently appeared in the New Zealand production Dead, a hilarious and tender buddy cop comedy. Dead premieres on virtual cinemas on September 25th, with a VOD rel...2020-09-241h 01
Estradiol IllusionsJasper MallWe are delighted to welcome Bradford Thomason and Brett Wittcomb, directors of the new documentary Jasper Mall, to the show. One of Ian's favorites at the Slamdance Film Festival, Jasper Mall charts a year in the life of the eponymous shopping center, struggling to keep up with a changing American retail landscape. Bradford & Brett share many insights from making the film, and the state of brick-and-mortar commerce. Jasper Mall is a must-watch for anyone feeling nostalgic for a time when we weren't all cooped up with nowhere to go.
The trailer for the film: https://www.youtube.com...2020-08-201h 04
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: James Goes Buzz BuzzYa boo snubs! Join Ian & Tarabelle for another edition of everyone's favorite Thomas the Tank Engine VHS recap show. James Goes Buzz Buzz introduces the first hand-drawn animation into the show, perhaps opening the doors for its later reliance on CGI. BoCo features prominently, coparenting Bill & Ben with his husband Edward. Gordon spends the night at the harbor, potentially stranding all the passengers from the main line with him. Did the Lady with the Green hat get home safe? Tune in to find out.
This collection includes the following episodes:
James Goes Buzz Buzz
One Good...2020-08-141h 24
Estradiol IllusionsEverybody Wants Some!!Join ITM for a solo episode on the 2016 Richard Linklater film, Everybody Wants Some!! Ian talks about the college coming-of-age comedy and the ways it reminded her of her own college experience. Nostalgia is a powerful, often toxic force that suffocates people in the past. Nostalgia can be a particularly perplexing force for transgender folk, parsing the good from the bad with the understanding that longing for ones memory is a dangerous proposition.
Ian's review of the film: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2020/07/everybody-wants-some-presents-a-subtle-indictment-of-nostalgia/
Film poster courtesy of Paramount Pictures
2020-07-281h 04
Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: One Wand to Rule Them All***Note this episode is probably not for everyone.***
There are many in the gender critical movement who think transgender people are sexless blobs, incapable of any pleasure whatsoever. Ian debunks the nonsense, explaining how her wand vibrator helped her rediscover her sexuality after bottom surgery. This subject is certainly an awkward one for many, Ian included, but there's a lot of misinformation out there. The "othering" of trans people is based on a lot of myths and false theories.
2020-07-2346 min
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Thomas, Percy & The DragonThe era of BoCo is upon us! Join Ian & Tarabelle for an exciting episode of Thomas the Tank Engine & Chill, covering the Thomas Percy & The Dragon collection, full of twins, depostations, and the death of that awful, totally not essential, spiteful brake van. Should Sir Topham Hatt have been more sympathetic to Percy’s scarf dysphoria? Is “Edward’s Exploit” the old blue engine’s finest hour? Tune in to find out!
This collection includes the following episodes:
Thomas, Percy & the Dragon
Donald and Douglas
The Deputation
Time for Trouble
A Scarf for Percy
The Diseasel
Edward's E...2020-07-171h 15
Estradiol IllusionsJK Rowling & The Future of Fantastic BeastsJoin host Ian Thomas Malone for a short episode on the world's most notorious Feminism-Appropriating Radical Transphobe (FART), J.K. Rowling. Rowling's latest collection of transphobic temper tantrums have thrown the future of the Fantastic Beasts franchise into question, a series already beleaguered by various controversies surrounding Johnny Depp, Ezra Miller, not explicitly gay Dumbledore, and Nagini the snake.
How many horcruxs does Rowling have left? Tune in to find out.
Trans rights are human rights.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to tune in to our episode dedicated to Not Explicitly...2020-07-0732 min
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Thomas Gets BumpedGrab your mail train and your backing signal, it's time for Thomas the Tank Engine & Chill. Join Ian & Tara as they dissect this peculiar VHS collection, featuring the return of Diesel and the introduction of Duck's branch line. The Vicar's garden party was conspicuously under-promoted before Edward swooped in with the assist. How does City of Truro talk? All of those answers and more in this exciting episode.
This VHS collection includes the following episodes
Thomas Gets Bumped
Edward, Trevor and the Really Useful Party
Diesel Does It Again
Gordon and the Famous Visitor
D...2020-07-021h 21
Estradiol IllusionsQueen of the CapitalPride coverage rolls along! We are thrilled to welcome Josh Davidsburg and Muffy Blake Stephyns, director and star of the new documentary Queen of the Capital, to the show. Queen of the Capital follows Muffy’s campaign to be elected Empress of the Imperial Court of Washington, an organization of drag performers that raise money for charity. Josh and Muffy share plenty of insights from making the film and the history of drag in Washington D.C. One of Ian’s favorites from the Slamdance film festival, Queen of the Capital is definitely one you won’t want to miss.2020-06-171h 07
Estradiol IllusionsSam Feder, Director of DisclosurePride coverage continues! Today we are joined by Sam Feder, director of the documentary Disclosure: Trans Lives on Screen, which Ian had the pleasure of seeing at Sundance. Sam talks about the importance of visibility, the challenges of presenting a history in real time, and the responsibility of filmmakers to depict trans people accurately.
Disclosure premieres on Netflix on June 19th.
You can follow Sam on Twitter @SamFederfilm and Disclosure @Disclosure_Doc
Be sure to check out Ian’s review of Disclosure for FanSided: https://fansided.com/2020/01/28/disclosure-trans-lives-on-screen-sundance-review/
Photo credit: Alex Sch...2020-06-1618 min
Estradiol IllusionsTeraj - Singer, Travel Host, & EntertainerOur Pride coverage begins! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Teraj for a fascinating conversation about the protests against police brutality happening across the country and Teraj's career. Teraj is the host "Gay Travel Today" on Amazon's Alexa and recently put out his debut album "Defy." Ian & Teraj also talk about the role of Pride as an outlet for protest.
For more of Teraj, check out his social media and be sure to tune in to "Gay Travel Today."
Twitter: https://twitter.com/IAmTeraj
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IAmTeraj/
Instagram: htt...2020-06-121h 02
Estradiol Illusions13 Reasons Why Season 4What a mess. Join Ian Thomas Malone as she breaks down 13 Reasons Why's terrible fourth and final season. From the bad writing, underwhelming narrative, and totally checked out actors who all looked way too old to be in high school, this season was a mess for just about every reason imaginable. Ian also provides a brief overview of the series as a whole and what drew her to it initially.
Be sure to check out Ian's review of the season for FanSided: https://fansided.com/2020/06/07/13-reasons-season-4-review/
2020-06-121h 06
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Trust ThomasFirst George Carlin VHS tape! Join Ian & Tarabelle on the Island of Sodor for another exciting edition of Thomas the Tank Engine & Chill. Trust Thomas strikes at the very heart of the show's ethos? Should we trust Thomas? Or maybe Sir Topham Hatt, absent from the episode where James faked sick with no repercussions, is the true nefarious actor. Why was Harold airdropping hot drinks onto Percy? Why does Henry get a tunnel and a forest? Tune in to find out!
This collection includes the following episodes.
Trust Thomas
Mavis
Toby's Tightrope
No...2020-05-061h 15
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Better Late than NeverGrab your diesel and be sure to watch out on the viaduct. We are heading back to the Island of Sodor to cover the final VHS collection of Thomas the Tank Engine narrated by Ringo Starr. Ian & Tarabelle break down all the peculiar inter-engine dynamics in Better Late than Never, from Thomas' anger issues to the great freight car name-calling conspiracy that sent Duck to Edward's Station? Will Thomas & Gordon's alliance last? Tune in to find out!
This collection includes the following episodes
Better Late than Never
Pop Goes the Diesel
Diesel's Devious Deed
A Close...2020-05-011h 12
Estradiol IllusionsExploring Star Trek: VoyagerEI is back! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Robert L. Lively for an exciting discussion of the new book Exploring Star Trek: Voyager. Edited by Rob, this collection of critical essays covers a wide range of Voyager's most fascinating topics. Ian contributed a chapter to the book on The Doctor and the humanity of technology. Enjoy a discussion on what made the journey through the Delta Quadrant such an important part of Trek lore.
To learn more about the book, check out its page on McFarland's website
You can follow Rob on T...2020-04-291h 11Estradiol IllusionsRise of the ResistanceGrab your Mickey Ears and your lightsaber, we’re heading back to Batuu! Disneyland’s new ride Rise of the Resistance is finally open and Ian & Tarabelle are here to talk about it. Rise of the Resistance is truly incredible, one of the park’s crowning achievements. Ian & Tarabelle also break down the new Star Tours scene based on The Rise of Skywalker, as well as a general update on Galaxy’s Edge as a whole.
For more of Estradiol Illusions’ Disneyland coverage, check out our episodes ranking every ride in the park as well as one on G...2020-02-111h 09Estradiol IllusionsSundance Wrap UpOur Sundance coverage concludes! Returning guest Michelle Jaworski joins Ian for a look back at their favorite moments from the festival. From the films to the jam-packed nature of Park City to all the sleep deprivation and malnutrition, Sundance is both a sprint and an endurance test.
Films discussed include Crip Camp, Minari, Spaceship Earth, Zola, Herself, Nine Days, Miss Americana, Jumbo, and Dick Johnson is Dead.
For more of Michelle - follow her on Twitter @michejaw & check out her articles at The Daily Dot
Ian's Sundance coverage can be fo...2020-02-071h 16Estradiol IllusionsSundance Spotlight: Danny's GirlRecorded from the Sundance Film Festival! Join host Ian Thomas Malone as she interviews Emily Wilson and Danny Dikel, the director and star of the new short Danny’s Girl, an eclectic provoking commentary on internet. Emily & Danny share some insights from the film and explain the decisions behind the unique narrative that shies away from technology in this iPhone-obsessed era. A spoiler-free interview, this episode works great for fans of the film looking to learn more and those interested in checking it out (which you totally should).
To learn more about Danny’s Girl, check...2020-01-3117 min
Estradiol IllusionsMr. Toad's Wild RideGrab your motorcar and the deed to Toad Hall, we’re going a merrily journey to nowhere in particular. Join Ian & Tarabelle for an in-depth discussion of Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, the most idiosyncratic and wonderful attraction in Disney Park history. While The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad served as a loose adaptation of The Wind and the Willows, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride largely abandons any connection to its source material.
From Toad Hall to Hell, Ian & Tarabelle cover the ride in all in iterations including the original 1955 version and both tracks at Disn...2020-01-211h 23Estradiol IllusionsThe Peaches of Renly BaratheonGrab your peach and the crown off the head of your least favorite older sibling, it’s time for a trip back to Westeros. Join Ian & special guest Sam of the Rainbow Guard for an episode all about the baby sibling of House Baratheon. Dearest Renly wasn’t in our story for very long, but he sure made an impact. Westeros’ most prominent gay character provided some great representation for the LGBTQ community, an ambitious and impeccably dressed figure who knew how to consolidate power and throw a wild tourney.
For more of Sam, follow him on...2020-01-201h 19Estradiol IllusionsCrisis on Infinite EarthsGet your Lazarus Pit ready for a trip to Earth-CW! The Arrowverse pulled off a crossover for the ages and Estradiol Illusions is here to talk about it. Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Ed Carroll for an exciting discussion covering Crisis on Infinite Earths. Ian & Ed break down what worked, what didn’t, plus all those exciting cameos. We may not have seen Nicholas Cage finally don the Superman costume, but there were so many thrilling moments that made for one of the most ambitious events in television history.
For more of Ed, follow him...2020-01-171h 15Estradiol IllusionsWatchmenWho watches the Watchmen? Who listens to the Estradiol Illusions? Grab your Rorschach mask and your giant blue dildo, because Clint is back for an exciting episode dedicated to everybody’s favorite costumed adventurers.
Join Ian & Clint for an overview of Watchmen’s first and possibly only season. From Sister Knight to Lube Man, this season was full of memorable characters and jaw-dropping moments. Ian & Clint talk about the season’s relationship to its source material, what worked and what didn’t, as well as plenty of pop culture & transgender references. Down with Ser Jorah, long live Angela M...2019-12-171h 15Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Thomas Breaks the RulesGrab your shunter’s pole and your coil of wire rope, we’re back on the Island of Sodor! Join Ian & Tarabelle for the return of Thomas the Tank Engine & Chill, covering the classic Thomas Breaks the Rules. From our favorite “regular law breaker” to Bluebelle’s search for her calf to James’ messy accident, this VHS tape offers so much excitement. Be sure to listen to the end to hear Ian’s rendition of Percy’s victory song.
This collection includes the following episodes
Thomas Breaks the Rules
A Cow on the Line
Old Iron
Double T...2019-12-061h 11Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: Post-Surgery ReflectionsEight surgeries in a four day stretch lead to quite the recovery! Join host Ian Thomas Malone as she reflects on having bottom surgery and facial feminization surgery (FFS) at the same time. Two months later, life is slowly getting back to normal, minus all the dilation of course! People looking to have bottom surgery will certainly want to check this episode out, as well as anyone who's ever wondered what it's like to have a vaginoplasty.
On a personal note, thank you to everyone for the well wishes these past few months. Looking forward to 2020!
2019-12-051h 04Estradiol IllusionsTherese Plummer, Actor & Audiobook NarratorJoin host Ian Thomas Malone as she welcomes actor and audiobook narrating Therese Plummer to the show for an exciting conversation about her career. Therese has had quite a fascinating career, voicing characters in the Iron Man: Extremis motion comic, Pokemon, and acting in shows such as The Good Wife and Law & Order: SVU. Therese has narrated over 400 audiobooks as well, including the Virgin River series, which has been adapted into a Netflix series premiering on December 6th.
Therese provides many insights into her storied career, including the challenges of narrating an entire series’ cast of characters an...2019-12-031h 03Estradiol IllusionsJames Ellars, Democratic Candidate for CA-08Join host Ian Thomas Malone as she interviews James Ellars, who is currently running for Congress in the 8th district of California, a seat currently held by Republican Paul Cook who is not seeking re-election. James is a member of the Yang Gang who supports Universal Basic Income among a host of other progressive policy positions. Topics covered include healthcare, data property rights, the current state of the impeachment inquiry, and the way Andrew Yang has been treated by the media, particularly on the debate stage.
To learn more about James’ campaign, check out his web...2019-11-251h 11
Estradiol IllusionsDavid Frei, Host of The National Dog ShowWe're back! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest David Frei, cohost of The National Dog Show, for an exciting conversation all about one of America's favorite Thanksgiving traditions. With over 20 million viewers for six years in a row, the National Dog Show has exploded as a must-watch family event. David shares plenty of insight from his decades-long career judging and hosting dog shows.
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Estradiol Illusions is so happy to be back with such a heart-warming topic. Tune in if you've ever wondered what exactly is a benched competition or...2019-11-111h 00Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: Thoughts Before SurgeryVaginal liberation is upon us. With Ian set to undergo facial feminization surgery and bottom surgery, Estradiol Illusions will be going on hiatus. Ian shares some pre-surgery thoughts on her transition journey, being off hormones for two weeks, as well as plenty of laughter over the various absurdities of the process. For whatever reason, Ian also decided to rank the quality of a few, but not all, of the Disneyland bathrooms.
To wish Ian well on her surgery, shoot her a note on Twitter or Facebook, @ianthomasmalone.
Programming note: EI will be back sometime in N...2019-09-271h 13
Estradiol IllusionsDownton AbbeyGrab your corset and your lady’s maid, we’re heading back to Downton Abbey! Join host & Downton superfan Ian Thomas Malone for an episode breaking down all the various plotlines of the film. Ian dives deep into the series lore to take a look at which parts of the narrative worked best. From the return of Mr. Molesley to Mr. Barrow’s quest for love to Lady Mary’s efforts to set up all the chairs in time, there’s so much to talk about. Absolutely thrilled to have another couple of hours with these characters.
Note...2019-09-261h 11Estradiol IllusionsStar Wars - Galaxy's EdgeGrab your droid and your blue milk, we’re going to Batuu! Ian and Tarabelle talk all about Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge, the first new land added to Disneyland since Mickey’s Toontown in the early 90s. Galaxy’s Edge is a beautiful yet simultaneously underwhelming place, a land too heavily invested in expensive experiences to leave much of a lasting impression either on first-time attendees or Annual Passholders finding themselves without much to do after the second or third visit. Ian & Tarabelle dissect the various aspects of the land, from the food to the merch to Smugglers Run. You c...2019-09-191h 39
Estradiol IllusionsThe Beauty of MagikarpGrab your old rod and your golden poké ball! Join Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Thomas Henkins for an episode all about Magikarp. Often thought to be a worthless Pokémon devoid of any redeeming qualities prior to evolution, Magikarp serves as an inspiration for all of us struggling to splash through the gym battle called life. Ian and Thomas share personal stories that endeared them to the unsung hero of the poké world. The journey to unlock our inner Gyrados may be long, but it’s important never to forget one’s sense of worth along the way.2019-09-091h 15
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Tenders and TurntablesWe’re back on the Island of Sodor and the engines have gone on strike! Make sure you get a good seat for the Indignation Meeting, because the evil capitalist Sir Topham Hatt is going union-busting, calling in the scab Edward to stick it to his workers. Poor Henry, after showing solidarity with his tendered brothers, finds himself all alone in need of gluten-free coal. The station master’s wife isn’t too happy that Thomas spoiled their breakfast, or ruined their house, along with the show’s timeline. Better not misgender the steam tram Toby with any of that ele...2019-09-051h 38Estradiol Illusions13 Reasons Why Season 3Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Colin George-Babb for a discussion about 13 Reasons Why’s third season. The controversial teen drama has continued to be quite divisive, though Ian and Colin both enjoyed this season. This spoiler-filled episode dives into the major points of contention through the season, including Ani’s narration, Bryce’s continued presence in the narrative, and yoga studio etiquette.
Before listening, be sure to check out Ian’s review of the show on her website, as Ian explains the often strange reactions she’s been receiving since its publication.
You can fo...2019-09-031h 20Estradiol IllusionsShahid Buttar, Democratic Primary Challenger to Nancy Pelosi for CA-12Join host Ian Thomas Malone as she interviews Shahid Buttar, who is currently challenging Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi for a seat in Congress representing the twelfth district of California. Shahid has made a career of speaking truth to power, as an attorney with a long career in civil rights fighting for LGBTQ equality, immigrant rights, and First Amendment protections, among many others. Throughout a wide-ranging conversation, Shahid explains how his roots in progressive activism have prepared him for elected office. Primary challenges are always an uphill battle, but Shahid is a candidate with a proven track record...2019-08-301h 00
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: James Learns a LessonGrab your newspaper and your leather bootlace! Estradiol Illusions returns to the Island of Sodor, covering the seminal VHS collection James Learns a Lesson. Everyone’s favorite red engine duels the selfish yet smartly dressed man, fending off threats of dysphoric blue paint from Sir Topham Hatt. As the title suggests, we learn a lot of lessons along the way, such as the value of not getting steam all over your boss, or filling up your boiler with fish from a bucket with five holes. Put on your snowplow, it’s time for a race.
This collection incl...2019-07-311h 15Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: Tushies & Body PositivityAn episode all about butts! Join host Ian Thomas Malone for a solo episode about her growing sense of body positivity, best represented through her tush, one of the many beneficiaries of HRT. Getting dressed in the morning used to be a struggle, but it’s been great to be able to look in the mirror and be relatively pleased with the butt starring back. Ian dives into a broader discussion of happiness, trying her best to not to be too pseudo-philosophical. This episode is (mostly) about butts.
2019-07-301h 04Estradiol IllusionsPhase Four of the MCUAvengers assemble! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Manu of A Scene of Ice and Fire for an in-depth look at all the exciting stuff planned for the MCU. Starting with the reception to Endgame, Ian & Manu discuss all the upcoming projects planned across film & television. With so many team-ups in the works, there's a lot to look forward to in the post-Tony Stark world. Grab your fishbowl helmet and your drones and join us for a delightful conversation covering the wide scope of the superhero cosmos.
You can find Manu on Twitter @ManuclearBomb and b...2019-07-291h 29Estradiol IllusionsA Storm of DragonstoneStannis returns! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Rohanne for an in-depth look at the colorful characters of Team Dragonstone. From Mel to Davos to Duram Bar Emmon, the Dragonstone chapters in A Clash of Kings and A Storm of Swords provided so many memorable moments. Stannis may not have found his purpose until he reached the Wall, but everyone’s favorite cuddly curmudgeon is a lot of fun in his natural habitat, even if he never asked for it.
This episode is part two of our ten-part coverage of the One True King.
Y...2019-07-261h 23Estradiol IllusionsProgressive Politics with Natalie Holme ElsbergAnother politics episode! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Natalie Holme Elsberg for a wide-ranging discussion on progressive politics in the age of Trump. Natalie is a progressive grassroots activist who was an early supporter of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and a volunteer for Bernie Sanders’ 2016 and 2020 campaigns. Natalie shares some insight into the rise of AOC and the need for progressive voices in D.C. at a time when little seems to be getting done on Capitol Hill. Ian & Natalie also discuss the current state of the 2020 race and the way the primary has been shaping up thus fa...2019-07-231h 11Estradiol IllusionsIn Defense of the Wii UGrab your gamepad and join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Spencer Scott Holmes for a retrospective on the Wii U. Nintendo’s rather unloved child possesses a wonderfully deep roster of games, many of which have since been ported to the Switch. Ian & Spencer talk about the highlights of the system and its library, as well as the reasons why the Wii U never seemed to get the love it deserved.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Spencer’s previous EI appearance on the two-part “The Fall of Sega”
For more...2019-07-221h 34
Estradiol IllusionsTTTE & Chill: Thomas Gets TrickedNew recap series here at Estradiol Illusions! Welcome to TTTE & Chill, where we’ll be taking a train ride to the Island of Sodor to cover Thomas the Tank Engine, one VHS tape at a time. Ian & Tara take on the very first release, Thomas Gets Tricked, breaking down each episode faster than the breakdown train! Get down with the chug life and have some fun with us in Henry’s Tunnel!
The episodes covered in this tape are:
Thomas Gets Tricked
Edward Helps Out
Come Out, Henry
Henry To The Rescue
A Big Day For Thom...2019-07-201h 16Estradiol IllusionsGender Critical Ideology with Cosy SnarkerEver wonder why a person decides to become gender critical? The logic behind TERF ideology often boggles the mind, but host Ian Thomas Malone sat down with Mumsnet poster Cosy Snarker for a look at what drives her hate. Ms. Snarker explains how she became involved with the movement to impede LGBTQ rights, putting aside her afternoon television schedule to spend some time swatting away efforts to reach across the aisle. Cosy may shock and horrify, but she provides plenty of insight into the anti-transgender movement.
Cosy refused to share any of her social media o...2019-07-171h 21Estradiol IllusionsTalking Gravel 2020 with Adriel HamptonNo more wars! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and Adriel Hampton, senior advisor to the Mike Gravel 2020 campaign for a fascinating discussion of the state of the 2020 race. Senator Gravel's campaign has been lead by teenagers David Oks and Henry Williams, who recently pulled off the very impressive feat of amassing over 65,000 individual donors, one of two thresholds for qualification for the upcoming Democratic primary debates on July 30th & 31st. Ian and Adriel discuss the polling challenges which leave Senator Gravel's place on the stage up in the air, as well as the Senator's policy positions. Senator Gravel has...2019-07-161h 02Estradiol IllusionsThe State of Transgender Rights in New ZealandEstradiol Illusions goes international again! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Caitlin Spice for a discussion on the evolution of transgender rights in New Zealand. Caitlin shares her insight as a trans woman, explaining the history of the fight for LGBTQ equality in her country. Topics include healthcare, the legislative process, and the role of "debate" in modern discourse. Caitlin brings a fascinating perspective to complex issues, shedding light on why New Zealand's political climate is far less toxic than the United States.
You can find Caitlin on Twitter at @CateSpice, as well as on t...2019-07-161h 18Estradiol IllusionsEvery Ride at Disneyland, Ranked (Part Three)Disneyland knows how to give people a good time. You don’t earn the moniker, “the happiest place on earth” without doing at least a few things right. From the parades to the costumed characters to the delectable desserts, there’s so much to do in Disneyland, but one element of the park experience reigns supreme above all others: the rides.
There are many great rides at Disneyland. While it’s pretty hard to fit them all in a day, perhaps even harder was the effort to rank them all in a cohesive manner. This series is a companio...2019-07-121h 36Estradiol IllusionsEvery Ride at Disneyland, Ranked (Part Two)Disneyland knows how to give people a good time. You don’t earn the moniker, “the happiest place on earth” without doing at least a few things right. From the parades to the costumed characters to the delectable desserts, there’s so much to do in Disneyland, but one element of the park experience reigns supreme above all others: the rides.
There are many great rides at Disneyland. While it’s pretty hard to fit them all in a day, perhaps even harder was the effort to rank them all in a cohesive manner. This series is a companio...2019-07-121h 26Estradiol IllusionsEvery Ride at Disneyland, Ranked (Part One)Disneyland knows how to give people a good time. You don’t earn the moniker, “the happiest place on earth” without doing at least a few things right. From the parades to the costumed characters to the delectable desserts, there’s so much to do in Disneyland, but one element of the park experience reigns supreme above all others: the rides.
There are many great rides at Disneyland. While it’s pretty hard to fit them all in a day, perhaps even harder was the effort to rank them all in a cohesive manner. This series is a companio...2019-07-121h 23Estradiol IllusionsRevisiting Star Trek: Voyager's ThresholdFirst Star Trek episode of the podcast! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Alexandra August for an in-depth look at Threshold, one of the most polarizing episodes of Star Trek: Voyager. Does Threshold deserve the hate, or are the salamanders merely a lightning rod for some of the broader criticism levied at Trek's venture into the Delta Quadrant? Ian & Alexandra break down the episode while including plenty of references to broader series' lore. We can guarantee you won't look at the salamanders the same way again. Warp 10, here we come!
You can follow Alexandra at @al...2019-07-111h 19Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: Let's Talk About FeelingsEver wonder what HRT feels like? Join host Ian Thomas Malone for a reflection on feelings, both pre-transition and after the needle full of estrogen went inside her tush. We all have feelings but we're not always so great at figuring them out. Ian does her best to work through the complexities of emotion while talking about the ways that transitioning has helped her gain a greater sense of understanding about herself.
2019-07-071h 17Estradiol IllusionsStannis Baratheon in the NorthFirst Stannis episode of the show! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Jim McGeehin of Wars and Politics of Ice & Fire for an in-depth discussion on the One True King’s adventures in the North. From the moment he rescued the Night’s Watch from certain doom, Stannis plotted a different course in his campaign for the Throne, winning over supporters to his cause through his charming personality and desire to bring about change to a war-torn region. We take a look at Stannis’ victories at the Wall and Deepwood Motte and preview how the Battle of Ice ma...2019-07-051h 37Estradiol IllusionsThe Nintendo 64Grab your controller! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Christian Montalvo for a retrospective on the Nintendo 64. The fifth generation of home consoles revolutionized gaming in so many ways, ushering in the 3D era with colorful graphics and larger than life gameplay. Ian and Christian discuss the ways the system made a lasting impression on them, which continues even to this day. From Moo Moo Farm to the Jolly Roger Bay all the way to the Shadow Temple, the N64 opened up so many doors for us to play in. Make sure Kazooie is all safe and...2019-07-011h 35
Estradiol IllusionsBatman & RobinNipple suits forever! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and very special guest Tara Hattendorf for a Pride-themed episode celebrating the first gay superhero movie. Joel Schumacher's Batman & Robin may be regarded as one of the worst movies ever made, but there's so much to love in its absurd narrative. From the codpiece to the terrible Mr. Freeze puns intertwined with constant lovers' quarrels, Batman & Robin remains an endearing classic.
2019-06-271h 15Estradiol IllusionsA Conversation with Katelyn BurnsJoin host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Katelyn Burns for a wide ranging conversation on LGBTQ issues. Katelyn is the first openly transgender Capitol Hill reporter, covering the extensive scope of federal policy. Topics discussed include transgender representation in the media, the challenges of covering Congress, and the video game that’s currently got Katelyn’s attention.
You can follow Katelyn on Twitter and on her Facebook page
2019-06-241h 12Estradiol IllusionsRemembering Chuck MosleyJoin host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Doug Esper for a conversation about the iconic Faith No More frontman Chuck Mosley. Doug has been Chuck’s bandmate, manager, and friend for over twenty years, spending much of 2016 & 2017 on the road as part of their “Reintroduce Yourself” tour. Topics include a retrospective of Chuck’s career, highlights from their time on tour, and the projects Doug has in the works to carry on Chuck’s memory.
You can follow all the latest Chuck news on his Facebook page, Doug’s page and his Twitter feed.
2019-06-181h 36Estradiol IllusionsTransgender Storytime: Alcohol & TransitioningFirst solo show since the beginning! Host Ian Thomas Malone brings her recurring column “Transgender Storytime” to the show, talking about her experiences with alcohol after transitioning. With booze interfering with HRT, the days of Cheers-level familiarity at the local watering holes have come to an end. Join Ian as she processes the ramifications on her social life with only Mary Jane as a consistent source of illicit recreational merriment.
2019-06-141h 06Estradiol IllusionsOn the Subject of Gay DumbledoreThe sexuality of Albus Dumbledore has been a subject of great speculation in the Harry Potter fandom since 2007. J.K. Rowling revealed that Hogwarts’ headmaster was gay after the publication of the final book, though the character seems to have been whisked back into the closet in his next canonical appearance in last year’s Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindewald. What to make of this “not explicitly gay” mess? Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Colin George-Babb as they discuss the complicated relationships that gay fans often have with problematic elements of fandoms.
You can foll...2019-06-071h 23Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 ReviewAnd now our watch has ended. Join host Ian Thomas Malone and Clint of Laws of Ice and Fire for a wrap up of Game of Thrones’ final season. We discuss our MVPs for the season, reflect on the journey that the series has taken us on, and surprisingly make no jokes about Ser Jorah. Thank you so much for following along with us this season. It’s been a blast.
You can find Clint at @clintw, @WesterosLaw & Laws of Ice & Fire
2019-05-301h 13Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 Recap (Episode 6)The game might be over, but our analysis is just getting started. Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests Alexandra August, Michelle Jaworski, and Clint of Laws of Ice and Fire as we break down the very last episode of Game of Thrones. Sweetrobin is back and it looks like all of Lysa's overparenting has paid off. Will Sam face retribution for breaking his vows to the Night's Watch? Is there still a Night's Watch? All of that and more in our final Game of Thrones recap discussion.
You can find our guests at:
2019-05-211h 18Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 Recap (Episode 5)The bells are ringing on a toasty day in King's Landing! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests Sam Adolfo, Thomas Hankins, and Clint of Laws of Ice and Fire as we break down all the special (and sad) moments of episode five. Varys learns a powerful lesson about passing notes in class and Daenerys brings the heat in a delightful episode full of beautiful cinematography and a smiling Euron. All of that and a whole lot of laughter as we celebrate the penultimate episode of the series.
You can find our guests at:...2019-05-141h 18Estradiol IllusionsThe State of Transgender Rights in the U.K.Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Dr. Adrian Harrop for a fascinating discussion on the state of transgender rights in the U.K. In this conversation covering a wide range of issues, Dr. Harrop shares his perspectives both as a medical doctor and as an ally to the transgender community. Topics in this discussion include the roadblocks presented to transgender people in access to health care, such as wait times and other institutional obstacles along the journey, the media’s approach to discussing transgender issues, and ways to advance transgender equality in the years to come.
...2019-05-131h 32Estradiol IllusionsThe Panasonic 3DOJoin host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Rachel Presser as we do a deep dive into one of the more obscure entries in the world of retro gaming consoles, The Panasonic 3DO. Hailed at the time for its state of the art graphics, even earning Time Magazine's "Product of the Year" award in 1993, the system struggled to compete in the crowded gaming market at the time. A hefty $700 price tag, along with technological advances made by Sony, Nintendo, and Sega quickly doomed the 3DO by 1996, leaving behind a complicated legacy
You can find Rachel o...2019-05-091h 27Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 Recap (Episode 4)Dracarys! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests Alexandra August, Thomas Hankins, and Clint of Laws of Ice and Fire as we break down all the events of episode four. With only two episodes left of Game of Thrones, will Jon have time to travel north to give Ghost his well-deserved pat? Will Bran forgive Daenerys for ordering Starbucks instead of supporting a local Winterfell coffee shop? All of that and more ahead in our exciting coverage.
You can find our guests at:
Alexandra - @alxaugust, Screen Rant & CBR
Thom...2019-05-071h 17Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 Recap (Episode 3)The Battle of Winterfell is finally here! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests D.F. Lovett, Johnny Kolasinski, and Zoey aka girl_hag as we dissect all the moments of “The Long Night.” Was the night dark and full of terrors or simply dark and full of hard to see battle sequences? Did Bran successfully pre-order Radiohead tickets while Theon held off the Night King? All those answers and some great Melisandre coverage ahead on our episode three recap.
You can find our guests at:
Johnny – @cycloptiko, The Got Thrones...2019-04-301h 15Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 Recap (Episode 2)What an episode! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests Alexandra August, Sam Adolfo, and Clint of Laws of Ice and Fire as we break down all the special moments in episode two. From Ser Brienne to Arya & Gendry to Davos' delectable French onion soup, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" gave fans so much to enjoy before next episode's big battle. With Theon heading up the Bransguard, Estradiol Illusions will be here to cover every moment of Game of Thrones' final season.
You can find our guests at
Alexandra - @alxaugust, Screen Rant & CBR...2019-04-231h 16Estradiol IllusionsThe Women of ASOIAF/Game of ThronesJoin host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Chloe of Girls Gone Canon as we dedicate an episode to the women of A Song of Ice & Fire/Game of Thrones. George R.R. Martin populated Westeros with dozens of fascinating female characters who impact the story in countless ways. Despite their achievements, often times the women in our story catch a fair amount of unwarranted slack for actions their male counterparts aren’t as criticized for.
Join us as we analyze Sansa Stark, Catelyn Stark, Daenerys Targaryen, Cersei Lannister, Lysa Arryn, Arya Stark, Brienne of Tarth, Asha (Ya...2019-04-182h 00Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 Recap (Episode 1)Game of Thrones is finally back! Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests Michelle Jaworski of The Daily Dot, Clint of Laws of Ice and Fire, and Joe Magician of Watcher on the Wall as they break down the first episode. From all the reunions, the Night King's mural, and of course the elephants, episode one provided some excellent table setting for the final season. Have some fun with us as we dissect the first episode in over a year.
You can find our guests at:
Michelle Jaworski - @michejaw & The Daily Dot...2019-04-161h 03Estradiol IllusionsThe Fall of Sega (Part 2)Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Spencer Scott Holmes of the Old Man Orange Podcast & Pizza Boys comic series as they explore the fall of Sega in the home console market. Ian & Spencer explore the legacies of the Sega CD, 32X, and Saturn in an attempt to piece together how Sega fell from grace after the success of the Genesis.
Part Two mostly focuses on the Saturn and the Dreamcast, analyzing both console's standout libraries and their individuality in a market that would soon start to consolidate.
Follow Spencer on Twitter @SpencerSHolmes
...2019-04-121h 29Estradiol IllusionsThe Fall of Sega (Part 1)Join host Ian Thomas Malone and special guest Spencer Scott Holmes of the Old Man Orange Podcast & Pizza Boys comic series as they explore the fall of Sega in the home console market. Ian & Spencer explore the legacies of the Sega CD, 32X, and Saturn in an attempt to piece together how Sega fell from grace after the success of the Genesis.
Part One mostly focuses on the Sega CD and 32X, covering the standout libraries for both systems and their attempt on future console generations.
Follow Spencer on Twitter @SpencerSHolmes
Old Man...2019-04-121h 16Estradiol IllusionsGame of Thrones Season 8 PreviewJoin host Ian Thomas Malone and special guests Jinx Lierre, Clint of Laws of Ice and fire, and Michael aka Bookshelfstud as we preview the final season of Game of Thrones complete with analysis, predictions, and plenty of jokes. Join Estradiol Illusions every Tuesday during the season for weekly episode commentary!
Follow our guests on Twitter at
@JinxLierre
@clintw
@bookshelfstud
2019-04-091h 32Estradiol IllusionsImpeachmentIn this episode, host Ian Thomas Malone takes a look at America's history with impeachment, using the efforts against Presidents Johnson, Nixon, and Clinton to gauge the odds of Trump's removal. Ian also talks about the release of the Mueller Report, the current trajectory of the U.S. Senate, and what that means for impeachment.
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