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Bifocals43. The BirdcageLizy is a true parrothead. Joseph is too chicken for clubs. A little birdy told me you like comedy, sincerity, and fun gender shenanigans. If that's true, you should join us as we discuss Robin Williams and Nathan Lane's The Birdcage! Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2023-09-101h 01Bifocals42. This is How You Lose the Time WarJoseph doesn't believe in pigeons. Lizy doubts Mattel. It's time for a meeting of the Bifocals Book Club! We're back to talk about the 2019 novella, This is How You Lose the Time War. Join us as we put on our bifocals to talk about our feelings on the science fiction story written by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone. Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2023-08-1453 minBifocals41. The Owl HouseLizy claims slideshows for the bi community. Joseph fails to bring back lingo. Disney’s been in the news a lot lately, making it a good time to cover one of their recent projects. Join our coven and put on your bifocals, ‘cause we’re talking about The Owl House!Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2023-05-261h 10Bifocals40. Emily DickinsonJoseph condemns P.T. Barnum. Lizy expresses oral support for superheroes. Annie recounts some wild nights. That's right, this week, we have a special guest! Join the three of us as we put on our bifocals to discuss Emily Dickinson, and Annie's award-winning musical "Show Me Eternity." Follow Annie & Sam on Twitter: @dillonandcapsAnnie & Sam's Website: http://dillonandcaps.com/index.html Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2023-03-031h 32Bifocals39. Boat TripLizy introduces a new segment. Joseph takes one-million Macklemores. Sometimes, you need to take a step back and appreciate how bad films can be. After all, if every movie were Spider-Verse, we wouldn't have The Room. Join us on a trip as we put on our bifocals to discuss the "romantic" "comedy," Boat Trip.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2023-02-1752 minBifocals38. Scott PilgrimJoseph doesn't know what Canadian currency is. Lizy grapples with our producer. We're putting on our bifocals and taking on the world! Join us as we discuss Bryan Lee O'Malley's graphic novel series, Edgar Wright's 2010 film, and our hopes for future adaptations, obviously.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-11-111h 19Bifocals37. The Rocky Horror Picture ShowLizy has a great idea. Joseph has the tables turned on him. It's almost Halloween, so we're returning with an appropriately spooky title - Rocky Horror! Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss the stage production, the movie, and various adaptations of the popular cult classic.Content Warning: A slur for transgender individuals comes up at 54:30 when discussing an episode of television.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-10-281h 06Bifocals36. Harley QuinnJoseph wants a breakfast sandwich. Lizy prepares a costume. Since her debut in 1992, Harley Quinn has left quite the impression on popular culture. She's made appearances in television, film, comic books, video games, Spirit Halloween stores, you name it! In this week's episode, we put on our bifocals to discuss Harley Quinn's origins, her history, and her future as a DC bicon.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-10-071h 14Bifocals35. A League of Their OwnLizy's never been to a gay bar. Joseph loses a burrito bet. Baseball season is coming to a close, which means we've got to talk about A League of Their Own! Adjust your caps and put on your bifocals as we discuss the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, the 1992 film, and the 2022 Amazon Prime series.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=trueHelp Preserve the History of the AAGPBL: https://www.aagpbl.org/2022-09-231h 08Bifocals34. Steven UniverseJoseph falls behind on his shows. Lizy endorses Cheerios. We're back with an episode about one of Cartoon Network's most impactful animated series, and we have some VERY different opinions about it! Join us in putting on our gem-studded bifocals as we discuss Steven Universe, and Rebecca Sugar's impact on representation in western animation.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-07-3058 minBifocals33.5 MinisodeLizy proves this is not a one man show. In this mini episode, she answers questions and goes over a few quick topics!Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-07-0131 minBifocals33. Fire Island and Pride & PrejudiceLizy loves Mr. Darcy. Joseph flees the country. In preparation for Joseph’s island vacation, we’ve taken a detour to Fire Island, a gay adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice. Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-06-171h 08Bifocals32. SapphoJoseph has geography questions. Lizy travels around the sun. It's Pride 2022, and we're kicking this month off with a look at a queer legend - Sappho! Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss the life, legacy, and lyrics of Sappho.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-06-0357 minBifocals31. HeartstopperLizy inspires pie cravings. Joseph enjoys a good mouth feel. We're back to talk about the queer sensation that's sweeping the nation! Stop what you're doing and put on your bifocals so we can discuss Heartstopper - the webcomic, and the Netflix adaptation.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-05-131h 00Bifocals30. Our Flag Means DeathJoseph tries to change the vibes. Lizy knocks on wood. HBO Max recently gave us a delightful little show called Our Flag Means Death, and we wanna talk about it! Join us in putting on our bifocals to discuss queer pirate history, and the adventures of Stede "The Gentleman Pirate" Bonnet. Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-04-011h 02Bifocals29. Cinderella Is DeadLizy has big dad energy. Joseph has a suit dilemma. It's time for the second official meeting of the Bifocals Book Club - and this time, we enjoyed the book! Join us as we put on our bifocals to discuss Kalynn Bayron's 2020 fantasy novel, Cinderella is Dead.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-03-181h 07Bifocals28. Chasing AmyJoseph mourns a Star Wars ship. Lizy remembers handsome men. It's not easy being straight. One day, you're publishing comics, and the next, you're falling in love with a lesbian. It's about time we rallied behind heterosexual men like Ben Affleck and gave them the support they deserve. Join us as we discuss Kevin Smith's romantic comedy-drama Chasing Amy.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-03-0459 minBifocals27. The X-MenLizy has a superior revelation. Joseph expresses teleportation fears. We're back with a giant-size episode about everyone's favorite mutants - the X-Men! Join us in putting on our ruby quartz bifocals as we discuss the X-Men's publication history, queer metaphors, and canonically queer members of the mutant super team.Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-02-111h 06Bifocals26. MoonlightJoseph reads the wrong card. Lizy petitions for muppet hosts. As we progress through awards season, we decided to visit another Academy Award-winning film - Moonlight! Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss Barry Jenkins' Moonlight, based on Tarell Alvin McCraney's autobiographical play In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-01-251h 08Bifocals25. Will & GraceLizy discusses boxing ancestry. Joseph abuses Reese's pieces. It's a new year, and we're ready for a new round of podcasts! This week, we're covering a sitcom that changed the game for queer representation in television. Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss Will & Grace - the original series, and the reboot.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2022-01-071h 03Bifocals24. CarolJoseph calls out tea crimes. Lizy has the spiciest takes. It's the holiday season AND film awards season, which makes it the perfect time to talk about Todd Haynes' Carol. Do we think it deserved all those nominations? You'll just have to listen to find out! Join us as we put on our vintage bifocals to discuss Carol, a film adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's The Price of Salt. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-12-1855 minBifocals23. Elton JohnLizy is broken by gnome knowledge. Joseph highlights some horse theft. It's time for another biographical episode! Join us as we put on a fabulous pair of bifocals to discuss the life, legacy, and discography of Sir Elton Hercules John. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-12-0357 minBifocals22. Gay GhostsJoseph experiences a spectral oopsie. Lizy sticks with the spooky vibes. Halloween may be over, but we're not done with it yet! We need to don our bifocals to see this week's topics, 'cause we're talking Ellie & Abbie (& Ellie's Dead Aunt), Julie and The Phantoms, and our own ideas for queer Halloween stories.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-11-2055 minBifocals21. Jennifer's BodyLizy expresses her meme disappointment. Joseph demands justice for Phil Collins. After a well-needed break, Bifocals is back! With October being the spookiest month of the year, we decided to go with a cult-classic horror film - Jennifer's Body. Join us as we dissect Jennifer's Body, some questionable dialogue, and a confusing stance on relationships. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-10-1559 minBifocals20. The Wizard of OzJoseph introduces a new segment. Lizy sings a song. We're taking a break until October, but until then, we've got a real good episode for you! Join us over the rainbow as we put on our bifocals to discuss The Wizard of Oz, its place in the queer community, and Friends of Dorothy.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-08-201h 01Bifocals19. Space OperaLizy psychoanalyzes some billionaires. Joseph ranks some friends. This week, we're putting on our bifocals for a book review! Join us for the first-ever meeting of the Bifocals Book Club as we critique Catherynne Valente's 2018 science-fiction novel, Space Opera!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-07-3042 minBifocals18. LucaJoseph disagrees with his therapist. Lizy receives an invitation. Santa Mozzarella, Luca was good! The queer community has been rallying behind this movie, and we're here to explain why. Join us on the waterfront as we don our bifocals to discuss Luca, a very queer outing from Pixar.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-07-1652 minBifocals17. Brokeback MountainLizy has a hot Shakespearean take. Joseph is denied his discount. We've been alluding to it, folks, and it's finally time for Brokeback Mountain! Crack open a can of beans, put on your bifocals, and join us for some campfire chats about Brokeback Mountain.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true2021-07-021h 02