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2Fast 2Films2Fast 2Films 242- “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON”, “ECHO VALLEY” & “THE UNHOLY TRINITY“In this week’s episode of the world’s-fastest-movie-review podcast, Jackson and Mike review THREE new films!!! First “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON”. On the rugged isle of Berk, a Viking boy named Hiccup defies centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon named Toothless. Starring Mason Thames, Nico Parker, Gerard_Butler and Nick Frost. Then, a quick review of “ECHO VALLEY“. A thriller about a mother struggling to make peace with her troubled daughter. Starring Julianne Moore, Sydney Sweeney, Domhnall Gleeson, Kyle MacLachlan, and Fiona Shaw. Then, there is a speedy review of “THE UNHOLY TRINITY. “ A young man returns to an ol...2025-06-1710 min
QUEER GROVEEPISODE 7: Extra*This is a QUEER GROVE episode extra*The captivating Pearl Bennett's talks about coming to New York City in the 70s, working in Cherry Grove and the fantastic journey to her trans identity.2025-06-0319 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 7: Walking While TransWe’re taking a look at the transgender history of Cherry Grove.Men have held court since the early days, women worked to become the dominating force, but for trans men and women in the Grove, the experience is completely unique.2025-06-0353 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 6: Extra*This is a QUEER GROVE episode extra*The LGBTQ spectrum keeps expanding and one's identity an important part of their queer journey, and everyone finds what term best describes them.2025-05-2308 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 6: What About the Women?We're looking at the women’s history in Cherry Grove. Their struggles for acceptance in a gay male driven environment, the bonding, the sexuality and the important impact they’ve had on the community.2025-05-2343 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 5: Let's Talk About SexThere is a sexual energy in Cherry Grove...and that energy can be felt in the literal space, but it has also become part of the identity, how the world sees this small sand bar that has become a promise in queer culture of a place that you can go to and experience freedom, and community and nature, and sex.We're going to dive into the early days of cruising in the 1950s, to the opening of the Belvedere, the liberation of going topless on the beach, dancing at the Monster bar, the thumping and bumping of...2025-05-1747 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 4: Extra*This is a QUEER GROVE episode extra*It seems like the queer identity has always been part of culture, but its a rather new concept in the scope of society.So we wanted to share more of our interview with Hugh Ryan to fully understand how LGBTQ people became party of the mainstream narrative.2025-05-1523 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 3: Extra*This is a QUEER GROVE episode extra*In the Grove we have more straights than we usually admit to, but because they embrace the lifestyle and culture of Cherry Grove, we all kinda consider them queer too.This is especially true of Shirley Munnell.Shirley is not only one of the few straight women in Cherry Grove, she has been a rather important one.2025-05-1013 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 4: Here Come The GaysWe’re going to take a look back at the gays that came before us. Not just who they are, but the path that they had to tread to create queer community and how it brought them to Cherry Grove.2025-05-1044 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 2: Our Indigenous RootsWe explore how island was formed in 1690, we'll discover who were the first inhabitants of this land and how Fire Island and Cherry Grove got their names.We'll discuss the power of connecting to our queer lineage and how honoring those who came before us, can improve our experience in the space today.2025-05-1031 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 3: The Founding FamiliesWhen we’re talking about the queer history of Cherry Grove, it can seem easy to discount the influence of the straight people that were here first, but a lot of what they created in the early years, would be the foundation for the community when it became gay and is still very much part of how the space is utilized today.A sense of togetherness, specialness and freedom.That seems to be what was always in the heart of Cherry Grove.2025-05-1032 minQUEER GROVEEPISODE 1: Welcome to Cherry GroveGet an introduction to what we'll be exploring in the QUEER GROVE docuseries.Cherry Grove, Fire Island is a unique community with a rich queer legacy that is unmatched anywhere else in the world.Through this podcast we will try to illuminate the many aspects of the Grove’s queer history, culture and lifestyle.Over the past 10 years, host Parker Sargent has been documenting community members and has created over a dozen films about the history of the Grove. And in the tradition of oral history…Parker has partnered with the Cherr...2025-05-1033 min
THE DAILY BLAST with Greg SargentTrump Erupts as GOPers Quietly Nix Key US Attorney Pick, Enraging MAGAPresident Donald Trump erupted on Truth Social this week when it became clear that MAGA loyalist and insurrectionist Ed Martin’s nomination for U.S. Attorney for Washington D.C. is in trouble. Trump even called GOP Senators to demand their support. But then GOP Senator Thom Tillis announced his opposition, leading even staunch Trump loyalists to concede he might not survive. MAGA personalities lashed out in response. Lost in this saga has been the basic reason we don’t want a MAGA-brained January Sixer in such a crucial law enforcement role in the first place. We talked to former prosecuto...2025-05-0826 min
Mrparka's Weekly Reviews and Update/ The Secret Top 10Mrparka's Weekly Reviews and Update Week 408 (03.08.2025) (Play it Cool, Don’t Torture a Duckling 4K, The Monkey)Mrparka's Weekly Reviews and Update Week 408 (03.08.2025) (Play it Cool, Don’t Torture a Duckling 4K, The Monkey) www.youtube.com/mrparkahttps://www.instagram.com/mrparka/https://twitter.com/mrparka00http://www.screamingtoilet.com/dvd--blu-rayhttps://www.facebook.com/mrparkahttps://www.facebook.com/screamingpotty/https://letterboxd.com/mrparka/https://www.patreon.com/mrparkahttps://open.spotify.com/show/2oJbmHxOPfYIl92x5g6ogKhttps://anchor.fm/mrparkahttps://www.stitcher.com/show/shut-up-brandon-podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mrparkas-weekly-reviews-and-update-the-secret-top-10/id1615278571 Time Stamps 0:00“Play it Cool” Review - 0:13“A Certain Killer/ A Killer’s Key” Review - 5:44/ 9:16“Don’t Torture a Duckling” 4K Review - 11:12“Drag Me to Fest: Tales from...2025-03-0456 min2Fast 2Films2Fast 2Films 209 - “FAYE” & “DANDELION”In this weeks episode of the world’s-fastest-movie-review podcast Jackson and Mike review TWO new films!!! First “FAYE” Hollywood legend Faye Dunaway candidly discusses the triumphs and challenges of her illustrious career. Through those reflections, she explores personal discoveries, including her struggles with mental health issues and bipolar disorder. Starring Faye Dunaway, Sharon Stone, Mickey Rourke, Parker Posey and Clark Gregg. Then a quick review of “DANDELION”. It follows a singer-songwriter in a downward spiral as she takes a last effort gig at a motorcycle rally in South Dakota where she meets Casey, a guitarist who walked away from his dream lon...2024-07-1809 minTHE DAILY BLAST with Greg SargentTrump’s Rage At Liz Cheney Suddenly Veers In an Alarming New DirectionThis week, Donald Trump shared some deranged images on social media that called for the jailing of Liz Cheney. Taking his rage in a new direction, one image even called for her to face a military tribunal. Meanwhile, new reports suggest Trump is preparing an unexpectedly vicious wave of persecution if he wins. So what can Trump actually do to his political opponents if he unleashes all the powers of the presidency on them? We talked to Kristy Parker, former federal prosecutor and counsel at Protect Democracy, who explained why Trump’s coming crackdown on his enemies could be more di...2024-07-0326 min2Fast 2Films2Fast 2Films 206 - “THELMA” & “THE EXORCISM”In this weeks episode of the world’s-fastest-movie-review podcast Jackson and Mike review TWO new films!!! First “THELMA” a 93-year-old grandmother who loses $10,000 to a con artist on the phone. With help from a friend and his motorized scooter, she soon embarks on a treacherous journey across Los Angeles to reclaim what was taken from her. Starring June Squibb, Fred Hechinger, Richard Roundtree, Parker Posey and Clark Gregg,. Then a quick review of “THE EXORCISM”. A troubled actor begins to unravel while shooting a horror film. His estranged daughter wonders if he's slipping back into his past addictions or if there's...2024-06-2510 min
Xtra ButtaSpider-Man 2Follow the homies Cam (Cameron Cox) and Dylan (Dylan Hernandez) two former AMC Theater employees as they take a nostalgic trip back in time to rewatch films that mean the most to them!
This episode we decided to discuss the most influential superhero movies ever, "Spider-Man 2".
Spider-Man 2 is a 2004 American superhero filmbased on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Directed by Sam Raimi and written by Alvin Sargent from a story conceived by Michael Chabonand the writing team of Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the film was produced by...2024-04-261h 16
The Lockdown YardLet's talk about Spider-Man 3In this episode we discuss Spider-Man 3 (2007). Spider-Man 3 is a 2007 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man. Produced by Columbia Pictures in association with Marvel Entertainment and Laura Ziskin Productions, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing, it was directed by Sam Raimi from a screenplay he co-wrote with his older brother Ivan and Alvin Sargent. It is the third and final installment in Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, and the sequel to Spider-Man (2002) and Spider-Man 2 (2004). The film stars Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker / Spider-Man, alongside Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Thomas Haden Church, Topher Grace, Bryce Dallas Howard, James Cromwell, Rosemary...2023-11-0236 min
The Lockdown YardLet's talk about Spider-Man 2In this episode we discuss Spider-Man 2. Spider-Man 2 is a 2004 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Directed by Sam Raimi and written by Alvin Sargent from a story conceived by Michael Chabon and the writing team of Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the film was produced by Columbia Pictures in association with Marvel Enterprises and Laura Ziskin Productions, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing. It is the second installment in Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy and the sequel to Spider-Man (2002). The film stars Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker / Spider-Man, alongside Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Alfred Molina...2023-10-2640 min
The Vertical Viewing PodcastEp. 081 - Kubo and the Two Strings (GUEST: Diana Bang)For August 29th, 2016, Red and Scott are excited to have the wonderful and talented Diana Bang back in the Nostromo lounge to discuss the dulcet tones of Werner Herzog in the slightly lackluster new documentary LO AND BEHOLD: REVERIES FROM THE CONNECTED WORLD aka 'What is this new Internet thing?', Baz Luhrman's new Netflix Original show THE GET DOWN features all the familiar Luhrmanian visual / musical tricks, Scott is clinically obsessed with Playdead Studios latest release INSIDE and needs no further convincing that it is one of the greatest experiences in the history of video games, the horrific...2023-10-131h 50
The Drummer Mindset PodcastFeels not Fills with Ryan Sargent of The Pink BedsDrummer and founding member of The Pink Beds, Ryan Sargent, has an appreciation for tone and intention. Drumming is a mindfulness practice as are his massage therapy practice, dog stewardship, and human relationships. I love discovering new music in live settings but it's even more exciting when it's not planned for or expected and it just grabs and turns your head to pay attention. The Pink Beds strike me as a band that producers like Walter Becker, Donald Fagen, and Kevin Parker would appreciate, but with a sound all their own. Catch them every chance you get...2023-09-081h 30
TensaiReviewsTensai Reviews The Amazing Spider-Man | This Movie Wasn't so Bad After All*** SPOILER TALK *** Check out our YouTube Channel for this Podcast!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaO7onafU0xGWnT1Qdx01jQ
The Amazing Spider-Man is a 2012 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man and sharing the title of the character's longest-running comic book series. Produced by Columbia Pictures in association with Marvel Entertainment, Laura Ziskin Productions, Arad Productions, Inc., and Matt Tolmach Productions, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing, it is the fourth theatrical Spider-Man film, serving as a reboot of the series following Sam Raimi's 2002–2007 Spider-Man trilogy, and the first of the two The Amazing Sp...2023-08-281h 03
The Vertical Viewing PodcastEp. 087 - The Birth of a NationFor October 10th, 2016, Michael, Red and Scott meet in the Nostromo lounge and discuss the accidentally leaked trailer for THE DARK TOWER, Scott continues his VIFF odyssey with the gorgeous and delicate animated film THE RED TURTLE from Studio Ghibli, the irresistible allure of HBO's spectacular drama series WESTWORLD has completely taken over our cybernetic brains, Denis Villenueve officially reveals BLADE RUNNER 2049 which may or may not be a new Synthwave band, we continue to be perplexed by the POWER RANGERS reboot as the debut trailer morphs its way onto the internet, every single element of Joel & Ethan Coen's TRUE GRI...2023-08-252h 15
Finding Fire Island8. WINTER“Another Winter in a Summer Town” - Grey GardensWe hear stories of fires and hurricanes on Fire Island which often threaten to destroy it. Plus — Halloween, Christmas and New Year’s and how to survive winter on the island with several year-rounders.Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!______This episode features: Bob “Rose” Levine, Paul Rudnick, Ben Rimalower, Parker Sargent, Boudoir LeFleur, Mike Fisher, Julia Sanderson, Phil Chan, Karin Adir, Randy Lauwasser and DJ Lina BradfordMore: findingfireisland.com______Executive producer & Host: Jess R...2023-08-1739 min
The Breaks-downNFL Win Totals, Premier League, Yankees Are Trash, Random Awards & Last Take Worst Take | S1E17Welcome to Episode 17 of the Breaks-down powered by 528 Collectibles. We kick things off with a discussion about 528’s recent monster hit, a Sam Howell one-of-one RPA shield from National Treasures. Next we get into the return of the Premier League, some transfer news, and Chelsea’s return to form under Mauricio Pochettino, including the Moises Caicedo transfer.
Continuing on in soccer, we get into how Neymar never should’ve joined PSG in the first place, Ronaldo's trophy haul, the potential transfer of Tyler Adams, and the great performance of Josh Sargent (always need to sneak in some USMNT t...2023-08-171h 03Finding Fire Island7. MEN DIE & WOMEN BUYWe trace the rise of the HIV/AIDS crisis alongside women having more earning power and buying homes in Cherry Grove. Plus, we explore the emotion around The Meatrack and Fire Island’s response to the crisis with The Morning Party. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Margaret Cho, Paul Rudnick, Bob “Rose” Levine, “Panzi,” Parker Sargent, Ben Rimalower, Pixie Aventura, Diane Romano, Randy Lauwasser, Christopher Rawlins and Bobby Bonnano More: findingfireisland.com_____Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & Sound design...2023-08-1042 minFinding Fire Island6. LEGENDS & LOREWe illuminate tales of Liza Minnelli, Carol Channing, Andy Warhol, Jerry Herman, Calvin Klein, Robert Mapplethorpe, Truman Capote, Andy Cohen, Sarah Jessica Parker and Madonna on Fire Island. Plus, the filming of “A Normal Heart” and cultural treasure troves discovered in Pines homes. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!More: findingfireisland.com______This episode features: Matt Rogers, Bob “Rose” Levine, Paul Rudnick, “Panzi,” Daniel Nardicio, John Dempsey, Parker Sargent, Bobby Bonnano, Karin Adir, Christopher Rawlins and Ben Rimalower______Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & S...2023-08-0343 min
TensaiReviewsTensai Reviews Spider-Man 3 | This movie gets better as I get older*** SPOILER TALK *** Check out our YouTube Channel for this Podcast!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaO7onafU0xGWnT1Qdx01jQ
Spider-Man 3 is a 2007 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man. Produced by Columbia Pictures in association with Marvel Studios and Laura Ziskin Productions, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing, it was directed by Sam Raimi from a screenplay he co-wrote with his older brother Ivan and Alvin Sargent. It is the final installment in Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, and the sequel to Spider-Man (2002) and Spider-Man 2 (2004). The film stars Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker / Spider-Man, alongside Kirsten...2023-07-171h 03
WHAT IS QUEERS1E22: GAYBORHOODSTo begin our series of special episodes about Cherry Grove that we will be posting over our Summer Vacation, we thought it might be a good introduction to first explore the queer communities that we’ve created in New York City, which have directly impacted the life of Fire Island.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzGuest: Gil Neary and Daniel NardicioParker welcomes New York City realtor Gil Neary to discuss his experiences with the ebb and flow of gayborhoods in Manhattan and the surrounding boroughs. From cruising Christopher Street to ba...2023-07-1759 minFinding Fire Island3. THE PINESWe trace The Pines’ closeted past to its present day sex and party-forward atmosphere. We explore the architecture of Pines homes via Horace Gifford and the impact of Pines owner John Whyte who brought celebrity. Plus, The Pavilion, the Pines Pantry + history of Tea at The Blue Whale. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Matt Rogers, Paul Rudnick, Brian Moylan, Ben Rimalower, Parker Sargent, Bobby Bonnano, John Dempsey, Karin Adir, Tomik Dash, Victor Jeffreys and Christopher Rawlins_____Executive pro...2023-07-1350 min
TensaiReviewsTensai Reviews Spider-Man 2 | Thor is like Superman with nicer hair*** SPOILER TALK *** Check out our YouTube Channel for this Podcast!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaO7onafU0xGWnT1Qdx01jQ
Spider-Man 2 is a 2004 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Directed by Sam Raimi and written by Alvin Sargent from a story conceived by Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, and Michael Chabon, the film was produced by Columbia Pictures in association with Marvel Enterprises and Laura Ziskin Productions, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing. It is the second installment in Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy and the sequel to Spider-Man (2002). The film stars Tobey Maguire...2023-07-101h 10Finding Fire IslandCHERRY GROVEWe explore how Cherry Grove became the birthplace of Drag and Disco, contrast the quaint cottages to the Pines’ mansions, landmark venues of The Ice Palace and The Monster and the queer female population.Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Margaret Cho, Bob “Rose” Levine, “Panzi,” Parker Sargent, Daniel Nardicio, Boudoir LeFleur, Diane Romano, Christopher Rawlins, Mike Fisher, Bobby Bonnano, Jeanette Cincotta, Katherine Grainger, Brian Moylan and Ben Rimalower More: findingfireisland.com_____Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & Sound design: Cai...2023-07-0647 minFinding Fire Island1. GAY SUMMER CAMPWe are introduced to the two oldest LGBT communities in the US -- Cherry Grove and The Fire Island Pines. Our cast of characters describe their Fire Island origin stories and we quickly see how what plays out here is like "gay adult sleep-away camp." We also observe how racial and socio-economic pressures are felt on the island.Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Matt Rogers, Brian Moylan, Bob “Rose” Levine, “Panzi,”Ben Rimalower, Parker Sargent, Daniel Nardicio, Boudoir LeFleur, Zach Stafford, Jeanette C...2023-07-0651 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E21: CREATING A SAFE(R) SPACEWe're going to further a recent discussion with our guest Emery Grant about an amazing new youth project called CAMP BEYOND BINARY, which operates in Ithaca New York throughout the month of August.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzGuest: Emery GrantParker chats with LGBTQ historian Emery Grant about being part of the Admin Team developing a radical new project to provide transgender and non-binary youth with an environment to explore their identity and teach them core goals to become strong community members. Camp Beyond Binary is a fabulous example of...2023-06-2934 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E20: LET'S TALK ABOUT PRIDEOver the past year the LGBTQIA+ community has endured many battles against our social freedoms and civil rights, so this year's pride month should be even more important than it has been in quite a long time.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: Chris Hampton, Alex Borsa and David GilleoGuest: DJ Lina BradfordParker chat about the world famous New York City Pride Parade with show contributors koitz, Alex Borsa and Chris Hampton. Then Parker cozies-up with dancing diva DJ Lina Bradford to talk about the roots of the...2023-06-2357 min
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryLegendary Democratic Strategist Bob ShrumSend us a textBob Shrum is a platonic ideal of a guest for this podcast…someone who, as a teenager, met JFK at the 1960 Democratic Convention and decades later worked as a strategist for several presidential candidates, big city mayors, Governors, and Senators. In this conversation, we talk his early passion for politics, the fortuitous chance to get his foot in the door as a speechwriter for a NYC mayor, how he connected with Senator Ted Kennedy and helped write his famous ’80 Convention Speech, and Bob’s 3 decades as a leading Democratic admaker and strategist – plus his curr...2023-06-1354 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E19: TRANS INCLUSIONOn this episode we will be chatting with our guests about how our queer communities can improve their allyship to their transgender and non-binary siblings.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: Nia NottageGuests: Emery Grant and Sis Thee DollParker welcomes trans-youth camp director Emery Grant to discuss their experiences facilitating trans inclusion in queer spaces through the 90s and creating a safe space for queer youth. Then Broadway actress Sis Thee Doll joins us to talk about her mission to make the theaters of...2023-06-0858 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E18: COLLECTIVE QUEER TRAUMAThis is the first in a series of episodes we will be doing about this concept of shared trauma…we will be talking with various guests and specialists about the affects of LGBTQ bullying and how we can heal our wounds.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: Alex Borsa and Chris HamptonGuests: Howard Rosenman and Boudoir LeFleurParker presents her unofficial theory that we as a queer collective have shared emotional baggage that is unique to our community and she chats with show contributor Alex Borsa about seeing ramifications of...2023-06-0157 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E17: FIRE ISLAND FAIRIESFire Island is a strip of sand just off the coast of Long Island in New York that has been a safe haven for the LGBTQIA+ community since the early 1900's. Fabulous parties, gorgeous nature, and an environment that celebrates queer sexuality. This is the first in a series of special episodes about Cherry Grove that we will be doing through the summer, exploring the various aspects of this queer Mecca.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: David Gilleo and Alex BorsaGuests: Jack Parlett, Kay DavisParker sets the...2023-05-261h 07
WHAT IS QUEERS1E16: NEW BEGINNINGSIt seems like since we've started this podcast in February, the world has changed 2 or 3 times…especially in our LGBTQ communities. Whether its starting a new job, or ending one...getting into a new relationship or getting out of one...all of us can relate to the excitement and feeling of being overwhelmed when it comes to embarking on a new beginning.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: David GilleoGuests: Shauna BrooksParker gets into the fallout of becoming "clickbait" and the inspiration of activism with Shauna Brooks, who ha...2023-05-1842 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E15: FINDING THE POSITIVEWith all the negativity pointed at the LGBTQIA+ community, it can start to feel overwhelmingly unwelcoming and unsafe to be queer. Finding moments to focus on the positive is our best defense against being weighed down by the troubles in our world.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzGuests: Barbara RosenblatParker chats with actor Barbara Rosenblat (best known for her role as Miss Rosa on "Orange Is The New Black") about how her unique life has taught her to cherish the positive moments and how to create good energy in your...2023-04-2743 min
Midnight MassEpisode 58: The WizEase on down the road! This week, Peaches and Michael are headed to Oz in celebration of 1978’s THE WIZ! In addition to discussing the Motown majesty of the film’s power cast, our hosts delve into the impact of reframing a classic story from a different point of view. Joining the conversation is writer and STRANGELORE creator Viktor T. Kerney, whose lifetime of love for this cult phenomenon continues to inform him today. Then, filmmaker and WHAT IS QUEER’s Parker Sargent stops by to discuss her unique relationship growing up with this l...2023-04-261h 43
WHAT IS QUEERS1E14: SHOOTING STAR- THE MUSICALAs the understanding of LGBTQIA+ stories is expanding, we begin to see our representation in the mainstream world with actors, educators and popstars pushing our presence into movies, television and even Broadway.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: David GilleoGuests: Florian Klein, Coleman Cummings, Zuri Washington, Juan Danner, Spencer Petro and Dennis CorsiParker chats with the creator and cast of SHOOTING STAR- A REVEALING NEW MUSICAL about what its like to work on a production that is embodied by and representing queer voices. Davida also joins...2023-04-1955 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E13: ALL ABOUT ANAL SEXFor some of our regular listeners, this episode might not be your cup of tea.But the reality is, most queer people have at least experimented with ass play at some point. And for many, its part of their regular sexlives…but few of us know much about it.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzGuests: Dr. Evan GoldsteinParker chats with Dr. Evan Goldstein, a queer sexual health and wellness expert, who is an anal surgeon with his own private practice called Bespoke Surgical in Manhattan and the Co-founder of Fu...2023-04-1255 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E12: ABOUT THEM PRONOUNSLiving in the non-binary has been a subculture of every community through the ages, sometimes celebrated and often misunderstood and villainized. As more queer people find themselves embracing aspects of all genders, the push to add the THEY/THEM pronoun to our common vocabulary is more important than ever. Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: Nia NottageGuests: Jay PryorParker chats with show contributor Nia Nottage about their preference for the THEY/THEM pronoun and why it helps our community be more inclusive. Then we welcome our special guest J...2023-04-0555 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E11: GAY FOR THE GOLDEN GIRLSThere is a queerness to the iconic 80's sitcom "The Golden Girls" that has managed to reach LGBTQIA+ audiences over several decades, because of the queer awareness that was infused into the writing and humor of the show.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzGuests: Anthony Giorgio, Kerri Dougherty, H. Alan Scott, Zack Hudson, Anthony & David Parker talks with a line-up of special guests to discuss the series' special place in queer hearts and how the legacy of the show lives on through stage productions like The Golden Gays, social...2023-03-2955 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E10: BANNING DRAGThere's no shortage of coverage about the "bans on drag" on television, podcasts, and online articles...but as queer people, we need to ensure that our voices are part of those conversations. In this episode we will look at what these legal battles mean and how it can truly effect our entire LGBTQIA+ community.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: Chris Hampton and David GilleoGuests: Esther Newton and Mariyea JacksonAs we all struggle to understand what the drag bans mean, Parker turns to famed queer Anthropolgist Esther Newton...2023-03-2259 min
WHAT IS QUEERS1E9: THE ANTI-OSCARSJohn Cameron Mitchell joins us to discuss that-time-of-the-year where queer pearls are being clutched for what celebrities are wearing to the awards shows and who is (and isn't) winning...and no event is bigger than the Academy Awards.Hosted by: Parker SargentProduced by: koitzContributors: David Gilleo Guests: John Cameron MitchellParker chats with John Cameron Mitchell about her lack of enthusiasm for the Oscars and gets his thoughts on the proposition of genderless categories at awards shows, as well as dissecting the current gender-fear that seems...2023-03-1555 min