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The Re-Patterning PodcastPhil Farber: Transforming Your Mind With Brain MagickToday on the Re-Patterning Podcast, we're joined by Phil Farber, an expert in Meta-Magick and the writer of Brain Magick: Exercises in Meta-Magick and Invocation. They discuss the transformative power of changing one's internal programming through visualization and neuroscience. Phil shares insights on neuroplasticity, the intersection of magic and science, and personal anecdotes of transformation. The conversation emphasizes the potential for individuals to change their lives by changing their minds, exploring the role of spirit consciousness, and the importance of demonstrating internal change for external results.Join our community on Patreon: patreon.com/therepatterningpodcast
2026-02-2759 min
The Re-Patterning PodcastDr. Jamie Marich: Healing Through CreativityToday on The Re-Patterning Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Jamie Marich, a renowned author and therapist specializing in trauma, EMDR therapy, and expressive arts. Dr. Jamie shares her journey of self-discovery and the significant shifts she has experienced in her professional life. She discusses the importance of lived experience in therapy, emphasizing that those dissociative conditions and mental health struggles can offer valuable insights into the healing process. Dr. Jamie also critiques the current state of the mental health field, highlighting the need for a more inclusive approach that honors diverse forms of knowledge, including spiritual and experiential perspectives.
2026-02-2053 min
The Re-Patterning PodcastCeleste Mott: Vampire ProblemsToday on The Re-Patterning Podcast, we're joined by professional witch Celeste Mott! She shares her journey of escaping an online vampire cult, and using magic for personal empowerment and self-discovery. Celeste discusses her experiences with relationships, business growth, and the importance of patterning and belief systems. We explore the power of storytelling, the role of vampires in personal transformation, and the impact of media on identity. Celeste also shares insights on lucid dreaming and collective experiences, emphasizing the importance of making magic enjoyable and sustainable.Join our community on Patreon: patreon.com/therepatterningpodcast...
2026-02-131h 08
The Re-Patterning PodcastBrig Feltus: Healing Yourself and Transmuting RealityOn today's episode of the Re-patterning Podcast, we're joined by Reverend Brig Feltus, an ordained minister of metaphysical science and founder of the Remember Institute. We discuss Brig's transformative course, 'Heal Thyself,' which focuses on deconditioning perspectives related to race, disability, and marginalization. Brig emphasizes the importance of humility and the acknowledgment of diverse perspectives, encouraging listeners to embrace a beginner's mind and recognize their own biases. The conversation explores the impact of societal conditioning from birth and the necessity of confronting uncomfortable truths about racism and privilege in a white supremacist society. Brig shares insights on the...
2026-02-061h 07
The Re-Patterning PodcastJeffrey Kripal: Expanding Consciousness and The SuperhumanitiesToday on The Re-Patterning Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Jeffrey J. Kripal, author of "The Superhumanities," "How to Think Impossibly," and "Mutants & Mystics: Science Fiction, Superhero Comics, and the Paranormal." Our conversation explores the complexities of human identity, emphasizing the interplay between social, historical, and political contexts. He discusses how altered states of consciousness can challenge conventional views of individuality and ego, suggesting that the Superhumanities offer a broader understanding of humanity as embedded in a cosmic field of mind.Join our community on Patreon: patreon.com/therepatterningpodcastTo learn more...
2026-01-3059 min
The Re-Patterning PodcastKatie Keech: Exploring Dissociative IdentitiesOn today's episode of The Re-patterning Podcast, we're joined by Katie Keech, also known as Katie Plus, to discuss dissociative disorders, particularly DID and OSDD. Katie shares their personal journey with dissociative disorders, the challenges of diagnosis, and the ongoing systemic issues within the mental health industrial complex and its treatment of individuals with DID. The conversation delves into the nuances of dissociative identity disorder, the impacts of trauma, and the importance of neurodiversity-affirmative clinical work. Katie also highlights their work with The Refractory, an international collective of plural mental health practitioners, learn more about The Refractory at https...
2026-01-231h 20
The Re-Patterning PodcastDouglas Rushkoff: Reclaiming Humanity in a Technological WorldIn this episode of the Re-Patterning Podcast, we're joined by media theorist Douglas Rushkoff to discuss the societal and technological patterns that govern our lives. We explore themes from Rushkoff's book 'Team Human,' including how technology programs our behavior, the nature of work in an automated future, and the importance of human connection. The conversation delves into the mindset of billionaires, the need for leisure over accumulation, and the collective grief experienced in society. We also touch on the concept of 'figure and ground' in relation to technology and humanity, and the importance of finding joy and nourishment...
2026-01-161h 01
The Re-Patterning PodcastGrant Morrison: Unlocking the Secrets of Chaos MagickIn our inaugural episode of The Re-Patterning Podcast, Arden is joined by her teacher, Grant Morrison, a living legend in the realm of comic books, story telling, and contemporary chaos magick. Our conversation delves into chaos magick, the concept of repatterning, and the programmability of consciousness. We explore the dual nature of repatterning, discussing how it can be used for both positive and negative transformations. Our discussion also touches on the importance of plurality in identity, the myth of the individual, and the daily practices that enhance one's magical journey. This first episode emphasizes the significance of curiosity and...
2026-01-091h 03
Progressively HorrifiedV for Vendetta (aka You Cut My Hay!) with Tomi Trembath and Alicia WhitleyPlease enjoy a little post Thanksgiving treat of a preview of our Patreon-only episode released today on Patreon. We went hard in the paint on V for Vendetta, talking about all the many many trans metaphors of the Wachowskis, all the masks that we wear, and fighting fascism - a message that somehow continues being relevant no matter how popular movies about it get.If you want to join the patreon, click on the link in the notes on every episode. For five dollars a month you get an extra episode every month and ad free...
2025-11-2815 min
Transcending ComicsGrant Morrison on The Invisibles, 30 Years LaterToday on Transcending Comics, we're joined by the legendary Grant Morrison as we return to our Invisible Community College Book Club series of episodes. Our conversation explores Morrison's experiences with The Invisibles, their approach to writing trans characters in the 80s and 90s, and the ways they've incorporated magick into their writing. For those our there that haven't read The Invisibles, there's plenty to enjoy here as the series is only a springboard for a discussion that takes us into the world of Morrison's creative process, and an opportunity to hear their views on life, consciousness, and the nature...
2025-11-251h 20
Transcending ComicsRemember, Remember: Reflections on Dystopian FictionWe’re mixing things up this week on Transcending Comics, in one of our annual solo-episodes. I’ll be discussing reflections on V for Vendetta (the graphic novel and the film) alongside other dystopian media, and what these mean to me as a trans creator in a state increasingly hostile to trans folk.
If you enjoyed our episode, “It’s Morphin Time,” then this one’s for you! We’re once again mixing music and spoken word, this time we even have a few original pieces from some incredibly talented musicians who contributed their work for this episode!
2025-11-1039 min
Giant Sized Violence: A Toku Comics PodcastThe Power Rangers VS Frankenstein & Satan! GSV Halloween Special (Feat. Ben Kahn & Emily Martin from Progressively Horrified!)This week on Giant Sized Violence, Ben/Bee Kahn and Emily Martin from the Progressively Horrified Podcast join us to discuss 4 of the spookiest episodes of Super Sentai: Zyuranger! This particular arc pits the heroes and robots that inspired Mighty Morphin Power Rangers against Frankenstein, Satan, and eldritch terrors you won't believe made it past Japanese censors!This was by far one of our most fun episodes to record, and we hope to do more hyper-specific deep dives into other Tokusatsu series in the future! If you have recommendations for what show, movie, or comic we should...
2025-10-292h 05
Android's Amazing PodcastULTRAMAN X SPIDERMAN; plus Nebulon!In this very special episode, James & Hunter were invited to talk all things Ultraman & Spiderman on GIANT SIZED VIOLENCE, plus they talk about their new comic NEBULON: KNIGHT OF JUSTICE, live now on Kickstarter! All the audio was from Giant Sized Violence & was edited & recorded by the host Tomi Trembath (a fellow toku nerd) she has been running Giant Sized for many years & it was an honor to be on from the both of us! Kickstarter: https://shorturl.at/BAA00Instagram, X & Bluesky : @TokUSA_Studios Tomi Trembath:
2025-09-261h 01
Transcending ComicsOzma: The Trans Witch of Oz (Featuring Algy from Lifeline Comics)This week on Transcending Comics, we're chatting with Algy from Lifeline Comics about his debut full-length comic, Ozma: The Trans Witch of Oz, now live on Kickstarter (last day to back: September 18).
We talk about magic-as-HRT, Ozma’s role in trans-fiction, tasteful NSFW storytelling, the Ever Afterverse, Oz adaptations from to Wicked and Return to Oz, and the leap from editing to writing. If you love queer retellings and lush fantasy with heart, you’ll want to check this out!
Be sure to check out the first seven preview pages on the Kickstarter and back the...
2025-09-1556 min
Instant Ink Comic Book PodcastJust Say No | Part 2 of 2 | Tomi Trembath - Episode 061In Part II of our conversation with Tomi Trembath, we talk about the struggles and joys of podcasting, vending at conventions and focusing on the financial and emotional realities of such creative endeavors. We also talk about selling color-changing art prints at conventions, music festivals, and pride events, offering insights into the pitfalls and occasional successes of trying to monetize creative efforts. 00:00 The Harsh Realities of Podcasting02:39 Challenges of Conventions and Art Vending04:36 Navigating the Creative Industry09:30 The Importance of Recognizable Art15:40 Exploring Interactive Art Prints
2025-09-091h 03
Giant Sized Violence: A Toku Comics PodcastThe Rent-a-Sentai world of Shin-Zero feat. Mike KennedyIn this episode of Giant Size Violence, host Tomi Trembath interviews Mike Kennedy, founder of Magnetic Press, about the Kickstarter campaign for the graphic novel Shin-Zero. They discuss the unique themes of the book, its art style, and the challenges of international publishing. Mike shares insights from his extensive career in the comic and video game industries, emphasizing the importance of quality in graphic novels and the potential for adapting literary works into comics. The conversation also touches on the influence of Tokusatsu on Shin-Zero and the future of the franchise.Back Shin Zero before Thursday September 11th at...
2025-09-0650 min
Instant Ink Comic Book PodcastJust Say No | Part 1 of 2 | Tomi Trembath - Episode 060In Part I of our conversation with Tomi Trembath, Tomi discusses their own transformative experiences, touching upon themes of personal growth and self-discovery. 00:00 Welcome to the Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast02:44 Diving into the Prompts10:18 Visualizing the Comic Layout29:44 Reflecting on Creative Collaboration36:39 The Dilemma of Life Choices41:06 The Reality of Comic Creation51:18 The Dual Life of Comic Creators--Get the finish pages straight to your inbox at:http...
2025-08-191h 00
Transcending ComicsJoe Corallo and Chase Bluestone on "Sink to the Top"This week on Transcending Comics, we welcome back Joe Corallo (King Arthur and the Knights of Justice, The Never Ending Party) and introduce the artistic talents of Chase Bluestone (Young Men in Love: New Romance, Sharp Wit & The Company of Women), to discuss their latest comic project currently live on Kickstarter, Sink to the Top! We'll also be getting into all of their creative inspirations from 70s horror comics, to classic Doctor who, to trashy 80s cartoons!
The campaign for Sink to the Top is still live for another week, so be sure to back the book t...
2025-08-0854 minTranscending ComicsWelcome Back Alice and Goodbye Eri - Exploring Trans Manga with Des "Amdrag" FoxThis week on Transcending Comics, we're exploring trans themes in some of our favorite manga. We're joined by Des Fox, the mind and voice behind the incredible YouTube channel, Amdrag! Together, we'll journeying into the world of manga to discuss its portrayal of trans and non-binary identities, both spiritually and culturally.
First up is the series "Welcome Back, Alice" by Shuzo Oshimi, exploring the complexities of gender identity through the lens of a deeply psychological coming of age romance. We'll be getting into how these stories become a medium for trans exploration and spiritual understanding.
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2025-07-091h 25
Henshin Power V3Bonus Episode #5: Henshin Men, Episode 067 – “Double Cannibalism?! One Star!” | Kamen Rider Black Sun Eps. 4-10 | Ft. Christopher RinerAs we catch up on our episode production (sorry!), we’re re-uploading a few episodes from one of HPV3’s precursors, Henshin Men. This one is Chris’s first ever podcast appearance—and it’s the much-referenced discussion of the last two-thirds of Kamen Rider Black Sun. We have a few more coming before, hopefully, we drop our next new episode!
The original show notes:
Last fall, Nathan guest hosted on Tomi Trembath’s podcast, Giant-Sized Violence, as part of a crossover discussing Kamen Rider Black and its new remake, Kamen Rider Black Sun. Sadly, plans to discus...
2025-07-062h 39Transcending ComicsAces and Arrows: An Asexual and Aromantic Comic Book Anthology (Feat. Kat Calamia and Phil Falco)In this episode of Transcending Comics we dive deep into the vibrant world of "Aces and Aros," an incredible asexual and aromantic comic book anthology!
We welcome back the brilliant minds behind Lifeline Comics, Kat Calamia and Phil Falco, to chat about their journey, the success of their Kickstarter campaigns, and the amazing stories featured in this anthology.
Find out what inspired the personal narratives at the heart of "Aces and Aros" and how the team brought together a mix of veteran names, new voices, and powerful stories that resonate with so many. Plus, Kat...
2025-06-2438 minTranscending ComicsHey, can we talk for a second?Hey folks, it's been a minute since my last episode, and I wanted to share a few updates. I've been dealing with a flooded studio, the difficulties of starting a business as a convention vendor, and then there's the recently elected existential threat facing the trans community...
I have a few thoughts I'd like to share, and I want to set expectations regarding the status of both my shows and our release schedule going forward. This episode isn't all doom and gloom though. I'm a firm believer that our reality is constructed by the stories we tell...
2024-11-2116 min
Transcending ComicsThe Invisibles and Hyper Sigils with Arden LeighWelcome back to Transcending Comics! Today, we're revisiting the world of The Invisibles by Grant Morrison. Rather than another book club episode, we'll instead be exploring how the series has impacted real world practices of chaos magick.
Joining us for this discussion is none other than Arden Lee, an expert in chaos magic and the sole spiritual apprentice of Grant Morrison. Arden is an artist of many talents, as the frontwoman of Arden and the Wolves, the writer of an upcoming book, and the founder of The Repatterning Project. She's here to share her unique perspective on...
2024-10-231h 22
Transcending ComicsIt's Morphin' Time: Episode of the Year EditionIn celebration of winning "Episode of the Year" and "Best Production" at the Iowa Podcast Awards, we're re-releasing one of the most unique and psychedelic podcasts we've ever made, It's Morphin' Time! This was Tomi's coming-out episode that was originally published on the Giant Sized Violence feed back in February of 2023, which we're excited to share in both podcast feeds!
The updated version of the episode includes a new intro and outro, and some exciting updates about recent and upcoming projects that we'd love our listeners to get involved with!
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2024-09-201h 09Transcending ComicsTranscending Comics at Flame Con NYC (ft. Maia Kobabe, Ben Kahn, Kim Wang, and Daniel Falco)!Transcending Comics had our first ever live show at Flame Con 2024! We were lucky enough to be joined by some incredible panelists, including Maia Kobabe (Gender Queer: A Memoir), Kim Wang (Of Thunder & Lightning), Ben Kahn (Elle Campbell Wins Their Weekend, Renegade Rule), and Daniel Falco (Transphoria)!
We absolutely loved the input from each of our panelists, and the audience had some great questions for the creators. We also want to give a special shoutout to our friend Sadie for capturing and editing the footage of this event, she even managed to good audio of the audience questions...
2024-09-031h 00
Too Many Words105. Colorful ContentSpecial Guest Tomi Trembath! We talk comics, podcasting, and learn a thing or two about transgender representation in the comic world.
2024-08-2443 min
Transcending ComicsThe People's Joker - Best comic book movie ever?This week, Eri and Tomi dive headfirst into the vat of comedy chemicals that is The People's Joker! We discuss everything we love about Vera Drew's incredible indie film, and how it changes our viewpoints on what we expect to see from trans representation in comic book films going forward.
You can buy The People's Joker on DVD, Blu-ray, and VHS from DiabolikDVD or Amazon today!
Don't forget to support our own first comic, When We Transform, currently live on Kickstarter! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tomitrembath/when-we-transform
2024-08-2050 min
Graphic Novel ApostleEp. 10: When We Transform, Interview with Tomi TrembathOn this week's episode, GNA host Mark Ohrenberger welcomes Tomi Trembath, a podcaster and first-time comic writer, whose upcoming comic When We Transform: A Superhero Tale of Transition, issue 0, is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. Tomi discusses her two podcasts: Giant Size Violence: A Toku Comics Podcast and Transcending Comics, a podcast dedicated to covering trans, non-binary, and gender queer representation in comics, manga, and webtoons. She also discusses combining the subject matter of those two podcasts to tell the story of a superhero who gets stuck in limbo for decades, is long thought to be dead, and returns transformed.
2024-08-1927 min
Rangercast: A Power Rangers PodcastCatching Up With Tomi TrembathYes, we know, it's been a while. Yes, we know, there's a lot to talk about, including an auction of hundreds of pieces of Power Rangers memorabilia and tokusatsu license news out of Otakon. It'll have to wait a bit longer.In the meantime, we caught up with Tomi Trembath, a former Rangercast co-host behind When We Transform, a comic project now on Kickstarter. Trembath also hosts the podcasts Giant Sized Violence and Transcending Comics.Find and rate us on Apple Podcasts and check us out on Spotify.Buy last-minute gifts or a lit...
2024-08-1219 minTranscending ComicsBad Dream: A Dreamer StoryIn this episode, we dive deep into DC’s newest YA graphic novel, Bad Dream: A Dreamer Story, written by none other than Nicole Maines, the actress who brought Dreamer to life on the Supergirl TV show! We chat about Dreamer's journey from the small screen to the colorful pages of her very own comic, and how Maines continues to impress us with her storytelling prowess.
We also explore the exciting world of queer and trans representation in comics, from Dreamer's groundbreaking presence in the DC universe to her interactions with other beloved characters like Galaxy, the Pr...
2024-08-0644 min
Transcending ComicsBig News: Our First Comic, Our First Live Panel, and More!Big news and big changes incoming!
My first comic, When We Transform, launches on Kickstarter this Thursday, August 1st! Sign up to get notified at launch by going to WhenWeTransform.com or by visiting our pre-launch page on Kickstarter! If you're a fan of the comics we cover on either of our podcasts, you're going to love this book!
We're also bringing the show to FlameCon in New York City on August 17th! Come see the live panel for "Transcending Comics: A Trans & Non-Binary Comic Creators Q&A" featuring panelists like Maia Kobabe, Jay Edidin...
2024-07-3005 min
Transcending ComicsGSV: Kaijumax (feat. Sarah Kennedy)This is a cross-post of this week's episode of Giant Sized Violence.
This week, we're joined by writer and tabletop game designer Sarah Kennedy to talk about one of our favorite comics, Kaijumax by Zander Cannon! Kaijumax is a highly acclaimed kaiju-prison drama comic, unlike anything we've seen before. It's chock full of fun Tokusatsu references, and plays with the tropes of both prison dramas and monster movies in ways we never would have imagined!
Our guest, Sarah Kennedy, has worked on over 70 tabletop games, including Sentai & Sensibility, RPGs for Power Rangers, GI Joe, and...
2024-07-231h 15
Transcending ComicsRemembering Rachel Pollack with Joe CoralloOn this week's episode, we're remembering one of the most important figures in the history of trans comics, Rachel Pollack. Rachel was the first openly trans writer working in mainstream comics, and the creator of Coagula from the Doom Patrol. She was also a major figure in the realms of Tarot and spiritualism, on top of being an award winning science fiction writer.
Joining us today to discuss Rachel's work is her friend and collaborator, Joe Corallo. Joe also contributed an original story to last month's DC Pride: A Celebration of Rachel Pollack, in which he brought...
2024-07-091h 09
The Monster Island Film VaultEpisode 94 Epilogue: “The Hunting of the Snarky Nate” (Part 2)No sooner is the broadcast finished does what seems like the entire North Korean military bombard Uber-Moguera in retaliation for Nate's sarcasm. When that fails, they lure a very hungry Pulgasari to the airfield, and seeing the mecha as a huge piece of exotic metal food, he attacks. Unable to fight him off, Nate suggests one last desperate measure—that requires the metal minotaur to eat Kaguya!
Listen to Part 1: http://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2024/06/27/episode-93-prologue-the-hunting-of-the-snarky-nate-part-1/
Listen to the main episode: http://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2024/06/27/episode-93-pulgasari-vs-tomi-trembath/
Check out Nathan’s spin...
2024-07-0410 minProgressively HorrifiedAssassination Nation (AKA Black Mirror meets Euphoria) w/ Tomi TrembathPlease welcome our newest guest Tomi Trembath! Tomi brought us the extremely interesting and difficult Sam Levinson film Assassination Nation. We're talking feminism, technology, and social media. We're talking a movie with four female leads, one of them a trans actress playing a trans girl.Meanwhile, Joel McHale is entering his creepy dad phase and we are deeply disturbed by it. I mean, he's good at it, but boy is it hard to watch. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★JOIN JEREMY'S ZOOP CAMPAIGN AND HELP MAKE GREAT COMICS! https://zoop.gg/c/slayTake...
2024-06-281h 39
The Monster Island Film VaultEpisode 94: ‘Pulgasari’ vs. Tomi TrembathHello, Kaiju Lovers! Nate and Jimmy venture across the 38th parallel into North Korea to cover the most infamous kaiju film ever made and recapture its star monster: Pulgasari. Tomi Trembath of the Giant-Sized Violence podcast, who grew up with its strange American remake, The Adventures of Galgameth, joins Nate via video call (for obvious reasons) to discuss this "North Korean Godzilla," which is surrounded by urban legends and even wilder true stories. It's a pseudo-remake of a lost South Korean film and, arguably, the Daimajin trilogy--because it's an '80s movie that looks like a grungy '60s...
2024-06-272h 16
Ice Cream SundayEpisode #107: Freaks & Geeks (Des Moines Con 2024 Day 2 Supershow)Saturday of Des Moines Con was a dream come true - an opportunity to meet some new friends, and reconnect with some of our favorite guests. On this Day 2 Supershow, we chat pro wrestling with Griffin Spire, Zachary Waltman and Marcellus Willoughby; rub shoulders with some OGs of the Iowa podcasting scene - Josh Peterson and Bill Withem of Field of Geeks; catch up with Tomi Trembath of Giant Sized Violence: A Toku Comics Podcast; and finish it off with the return of our unofficial fifth host, Dustin Wilson.
2024-06-161h 16
Transcending ComicsTransphoria: A Trans & Non Binary Comic Anthology (feat. Kat Calamia, Phil Falco, Daniel Falco, & Ben Kahn)Today, we're chatting with the brilliant minds behind Transphoria, an incredible trans & non-binary comic book anthology from Lifeline Comics.
Tomi is joined by Lifeline Comics founders Kat Calamia and Phil Falco, plus writer and lead-editor Daniel Falco, as well as returning guest Ben Kahn! They're here to share insights on the successful Kickstarter campaign that hit its $26,000 goal in just 25 hours, and the 19 inspiring stories that make up this anthology.
Our discussion ranges from the origins of Transphoria to the unique challenges and joys of curating such a diverse collection, and what aspiring creators can...
2024-06-111h 03Transcending ComicsNeon Gender: Evangelion from a Trans PerspectiveThis week on Transcending Comic's, we're joined by Tiktok's "Just Nausicaa" for a discussion about trans representation in on of our favoire anime, Neon Genesis Evangelion!
We'll be discussing how we came across this series, what it's meant to us over the years, and examining its characters and themes through a trans and queer lens. We discuss Shinji's journey and its resonance with the trans experience, the unique character dynamics, and the impact of the series on our lives. We also delve into the Rebuild films and their portrayal of trans themes, as well as the evolution...
2024-05-281h 12
Othered#58: Becoming Your Own Super Hero (ft. Tomi Trembath)On Today's Episode: Caleb and Sarah sit down with Tomi Trembath, fellow podcaster and founder of Keymaster Collective, an umbrella for Tomi's podcasts, comics, and other artistic collaborations. Tomi shares insight on her personal journey as a trans creative including creating spaces for herself. This is particularly evident in a special episode of Tomi's Giant Sized Violence podcast titled "It's Morphin' Time: On Losing Your Heroes and Trans-forming Yourself Through Power Rangers".You can find that episode and all of Tomi's work at https://keymastercollective.com/About the Show: Othered is the podcast dedicated to...
2024-05-241h 04
Transcending ComicsBen Kahn (Captain Laserhawk, Renegade Rule, Elle Campbell Wins Their WeekendToday we're joined by multi-talented creator, Ben Khan, as they share their creative processes, influences, and experiences throughout their comic career. From their work with Ubisoft tie-ins like "Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix: Crushing Love" and "Immortals Fenyx Rising," to indie comics like "Renegade Rule" and "Heavenly Blues," or even their new young adult novel "Elle Campbell Wins Their Weekend!" If you're not familiar with Ben from their incredible work in comics, you might recognize them from the Progressively Horrified podcast!
Ben does an incredible job both playing with and subverting established tropes, and they have a...
2024-05-1552 minTranscending ComicsCelebrating Free Comic Book Day - Transformers, Monster High, Gatchaman, Asterix and More!To celebrate Free Comic book Day 2024, we're doing a special cross-posted episode of Transcending Comics and Giant Sized Violence. Eri and Tomi go back and forth discussing their free comic picks, and have a quick discussion on a great graphic novel find, Princess Knight by Osamu Tezuka (to be covered in a future episode of Transcending Comics).
Eri's Picks:
Monster High
Mad Magazine: FCBD 2024 Special Edition
Unico: The Awakening
Tomi's Picks:
Gatchaman #0
UltraDuck
Energon Universe Special
2024-05-0734 minIce Cream SundayEpisode #102: When We Transform (with Tomi Trembath)Fresh off her appearance on Episode #098, Tomi Trembath is back to discuss her lifelong fananticism of comic books and anime, her history in podcasting, and previews her upcoming comic book project - When We Transform.
2024-05-051h 02Transcending ComicsNiki Smith and Ollie Hicks: Succulent: A Trans-Inclusive Sapphic Comics AnthologyThis week we're joined by Niki Smith and Ollie Hicks, two incredible creators currently collaboration on a trans-inclusive sapphic comics anthology 'Succulent', which is currently live on Kickstarter!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/khaoskreator/succulent-trans-inclusive-sapphic-comics-anthology?ref=discovery
We learn about the origins of the upcoming project, and get into the inspirations of Niki and Ollie's previous works. You may recognize Niki from books like 'The Deep and Dark Blue,' 'Crossplay,' and 'Golden Hours." Ollie also has some incredible comics under their belt, like 'Grand Slam Romance,' 'Butch Bros,' and 'Henchman's Day Of...
2024-04-2642 min
Transcending ComicsThe Invisibles Vol. 2 - The Invisible Community College Book ClubWe're back this week to finally return to our Invisible Community College Book Club series, where Tomi and Eri are covering The Invisibles by Grant Morrison one volume at a time!
We'll be covering issues #13-25, as found in the second collected edition of the series. We also be discuss some of Grant Morrison's Substack essays that get into the writing process for the series, as well as their real-life experiences that inspired the events of these issues!
It's a trippy conversation on an even trippier book, that leads us through musings on our own...
2024-04-161h 08Ice Cream SundayEpisode #098: Your Favorite Podcasters' Favorite Podcaster (with Tomi Trembath)Tomi Trembath is a trans woman born and raised in Iowa. She is the creator of Giant Sized Violence: An Toku Comics Podcast and Transcending Comics, and the author of the upcoming comic book, When We Transform. On this episode of The Ice Cream Sunday Podcast, recorded on Trans Day of Visibility, Tomi breaks down "It's Morphin' Time: On Losing Your Heroes and Trans-forming Yourself Through Power Rangers," (LISTEN: https://spoti.fi/3TOQLDR) a special episode of her podcast that recounts the acid trip that kickstarted her trans journey.
2024-04-071h 16
Transcending ComicsLorry Jamison: On Party Animals and YA HorrorThis week on Transcending Comics, we're joined by an up-and-coming writer of LGBTQ YA horror comics, Lorry Jamison!
We discuss their anthology series, Nightshade, which so far includes Party Animals and Blush. We also get into the many inspirations behind their comics, including our shared nostalgia for Goosebumps and Young Avengers, as well as real-world local haunts!
2024-04-0244 min
Android's Amazing PodcastIssue #222: When We Transform (ft. Tomi Trembath)This week, James & Hunter talk to podcaster & writer Tomi Trembath of "Giant-Sized Violence" & "Transcending Comics" to chat about their new comic book "When We Transform"!
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2024-03-271h 10
Transcending ComicsJadzia Axelrod (Galaxy: The Prettiest Star, Hawkgirl, DC Book of Pride)Join us this week for a conversation with an absolute icon in the world of queer superheroes, Jadzia Axelrod! Creator of one of the most prominent trans superhero comics, Galaxy: The Prettiest Star, as well as the latest Hawkgirl miniseries from DC Comics!
Our conversation isn't just about her comics though, we also get into Jadzia's colorful backstory and her dabblings with circus performance, puppeteering, and costume design! We also discuss her long history with podcasting, going all the way back to 2005, and how that influenced the way she would later write comics.
2024-03-1249 min
Transcending ComicsFrom Folklore to Futuristic Fantasy with Kel McDonaldIn this special episode of Transcending Comics, we warmly welcome renowned writer and artist, Kel McDonald, to discuss their adventures in the vibrant world of web comics and traditional print comics. Listeners of the show may recognize Kel from print comics like Buffy - The High School Years, Misfits of Avalon, and Adventure Time, or their long running web comics like The City Between, You Are the Chosen One, and Sorcery 101.
We also dive into Kel's unique fascination with folklore and werewolves, as we discuss their Kickstarter campaign for their latest comic, Murky Water - a futuristic...
2024-02-2746 minTranscending ComicsLet's Talk About Loki - feat. Charlotte Fierro (My Marvelous Year)This week on Transcending Comics, we're joined by comic book scholar Charlotte Fierro! We dive into Loki's recent and increasingly queer character development in popular stories like Marvel's 'Loki, Agent of Asgard,' 'Young Avengers,' And 'Loki: Season 2.' We delve into the specifics of Loki's deviation from the stereotype of a villain, their relationship with ego death, and their steps into the realms of queer resonance and evolving gender fluidity.
As a bonus, we reminisce over another beloved mythological character – Percy Jackson! With a nostalgic discussion of one of our favorite book series and its on...
2024-02-131h 14Transcending ComicsEmma Grove (The Third Person): An Exploration of Art, Mental Health, and IdentityIn the latest episode of Transcending Comics, join us as we delve into the world of Emma Grove, acclaimed author and artist of the graphic novel memoir, 'The Third Person'. Learn about Emma's journey through navigating the mental health care system during her transition, her inspirations, writing process, and upcoming projects.
2024-01-3058 min
Transcending ComicsMaria Ingrande Mora (Ranger Academy, The Immeasurable Depth of You)We're joined by Maria Ingrande Mora (Fragile Remedy, The Immeasurable Depth of You) to discuss their comic writing debut with Ranger Academy!
Maria tells us about making the leap from writing YA novels to the world of comics, and the challenges that come with switching mediums. We also learn a bit about their love of fan fiction and transformative works, as well as their history with the Power Rangers franchise.
Note: This episode was previously posted on the Giant Sized Violence feed.
2024-01-1655 min
Transcending ComicsCharlie Jane Anders (New Mutants) on Switching Mediums!Today we're joined by an award winning novelist and podcaster, and a newcomer to the world of writing comics, Charlie Jane Anders!
She's the writer of Marvel's most recent New Mutants run, and the co-creator of Escapade, a transgender superhero! Charlie Jane is most well known for her sci-fi novels like All the Birds in the Sky, Even Greater Mistakes, and The Unstoppable Trilogy. Podcast fans may know her from her Hugo Award winning show, Our Opinions Are Correct!
In this episode, we get into the difficulties of switching writing mediums between novels, TV, and...
2024-01-0438 min
Transcending ComicsSilver Sprocket Rules Ok! (Part 2, feat. Kyle Daileda)We're back for part 2 of our Silver Sprocket series, and today we're joined by the team's publicist, Kyle Daileda!
Kyle shares their insight from years of working as a comics professional, both in the realm of publishing and event organizing for comic fairs. We also hear a bit about their favorite books of the year, the manga that inspired them growing up, and some Silver Sprocket selections to look forward to next year!
2023-12-1941 minTranscending ComicsSilver Sprocket Rules Ok! (Part 1)Silver Sprocket's publishing team joins us for our first ever panel interview discussion! These folks have helped bring to life almost half the books we've covered on this show so far, and they had plenty of delightful insights to share about their work running a queer comics imprint!
For part 1, we're joined by Avi Ehrlich (Company owner), Josh PM (General Manager), Carina Taylor (Production Designer), and Ari Yarwood (Managing Editor).
Stay tuned for our upcoming part 2, where I'll be interviewing Silver Sprocket's publicist, Kyle Daileda!
2023-12-0554 min
Transcending ComicsThe Chromatic Fantasy + Spooky Cartoons with HAWe're joined by the writer and artist behind one of the most beloved graphic novels of the year, The Chromatic Fantasy!
Cartoonist HA tells us about the origins of this wild world, and expands on his love of creepy cartoons and old timey fashion!
If you're looking for a gay sword fighting fantasy following two lovable trans guys, then we've got a book for you!
2023-11-2141 min
Transcending ComicsThe Invisible Community College Book Club - The Invisibles Vol. 1 by Grant MorrisonTomi and Eri cover Grant Morrison's surreal masterpiece from Vertigo Comics, the Invisibles!
Join us as we discuss the many references to classic literature and secret societies from across history, as well as some of the boldest early trans representation in comics.
2023-11-071h 17
Transcending ComicsA Quick & Easy Guide to Archie BongiovanniArchie Bongiovanni, author of Mimosa, Grease Bats, and A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them pronouns joins us this episode! We talk at length about their latest and upcoming graphic novels, the queer scene in Minneapolis, and even their creepy doll collection!
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Our intro song, "I Never Knew This Feeling," and our outro, Empathy, Understanding" are both by Cute On The Inside. Ch...
2023-10-1745 min
Henshin Men067 – “Double Cannibalism?! One Star!” | Kamen Rider Black Sun Eps. 4-10 | Ft. Christopher RinerLast fall, Nathan guest hosted on Tomi Trembath’s podcast, Giant-Sized Violence, as part of a crossover discussing Kamen Rider Black and its new remake, Kamen Rider Black Sun. Sadly, plans to discuss episodes 4-10 of Black Sun with Tomi fell through, so Nathan invited Christopher Riner, a hardcore listener of all his podcasts, to join him to suffer through, er, complete the coverage. This is by far the most violent and political tokusatsu Nathan has ever seen, and he’s not sure the Japanese filmmakers fully understood the cultural weight of the controversies they borrowed from American politics. It d...
2023-09-192h 37
Transcending ComicsKim Wang: Of Thunder & LightningThis week Tomi is joined by Kim Wang to discuss their new graphic novel, Of Thunder & Lightning, in their first ever podcast appearance! Join us as we discuss androids, magical girls, roller skating, and dark-sapphic romance stories!
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Our intro song, A Little Soul, and outro song, You've Been Starring, are both by Carlsin.
Check out more of his music at https://www.carlsin.c...
2023-09-1931 min
Transcending ComicsFine: An Interview about Interviews about Gender with Rhea EwingWe're joined by the ever-insightful Rhea Ewing, the writer and artist behind Fine: A Comic About Gender. We discuss the ins and outs of creating a biographical comic that shares the personal experiences of dozens of interviewees. Join us as we explore Rhea's creative inspirations, learn about their upcoming graphic novel, and dive into their work as a Science Communication Artist.
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Our intro song, A Little S...
2023-09-0549 min
Transcending ComicsGalaxy: The Prettiest StarTori and Kyle dive into the incredibly queer and vibrant world of Galaxy: The Prettiest Star by Jadzia Axelrod and Jess Taylor. Join us as we discuss the many strengths and triumphs of DC's first trans young adult graphic novel!
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Our intro song, Proton-M, and outro song, Strange Lights in the Trees, are both by April Lee.
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2023-08-1540 min
Transcending ComicsDo Androids Dream of Electrolysis? - Blue Delliquanti on O Human StarThis week we're joined by the incredible Blue Delliquanti, writer of O Human Star and Across a Field of Starlight. We discuss trans representation in sci-fi comics, the very queer history of web comics, and some of the world's sexiest robots and androids!
You can find Blue on https://www.bluedelliquanti.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/bluedelliquanti/?hl=en
You can read O Human Star at ohumanstar.com or buy the collected trade PDFs on itch.io https://bluedelliquanti.itch.io/
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2023-08-1052 min
Transcending ComicsMake Love, Not Mechs - LSBN with Writer Emma JayneJoining us for our inaugural episode is the incredibly talented and insightful Emma Jayne, writer of LSBN, Psuedoslut Transmission, and Trans Girls Hit the Town!
We discuss our love of Evangelion, thirst over Bionicles, and dive into all the influences behind LSBN!
You can find Emma Jayne on https://www.instagram.com/emmajaynecomics.
You can buy a copy of LSBN at https://store.silversprocket.net/products/lsbn-by-emma-jayne or check out her other comics on itch.io https://emma-jayne-comics.itch.io/
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2023-08-1040 minTranscending ComicsWelcome to Transcending Comics: A Trans Comic Book PodcastA quick intro to the show and our host, Tomi Trembath.
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Our intro song, Disco, and outro song, Gock 6, are both by Ingrid Lillskau.
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https://soundcloud.com/ingrid-lillskau/gock-6
2023-08-1003 min
Henshin Men066 – “This Ain’t No Manga for Kids!” | The Kamen Rider Manga by Shotaro Ishinomori | Ft. Tomi TrembathFrom TV to comics…or is it the other way around? That’s one question discussed by Nathan and his guest, Tomi Trembath the host of Giant-Sized Violence, as Henshin Men pivots to the Kamen Rider manga by the legendary Shotaro Ishinomori. This comic was created in tandem with the 1971 television series and published shortly before it premiered. However, the manga diverges drastically at points despite following a similar story. (Hongo becomes a brain in an android body?!) It would become a key influence and inspiration for other retellings of the original Kamen Rider story, such as Masked Rider: The...
2023-07-281h 57
Henshin Men054 – Back in Kamen Rider Black | Kamen Rider Black Eps. 1-2 | Ft. Tomi Trembath of Giant-Sized ViolenceWith Kamen Rider Black Sun set to premiere worldwide on Amazon Prime this week, Nathan invited his friend Tomi Trembath from the Giant-Sized Violence podcast to discuss the new series’ inspiration: Kamen Rider Black (1987). It’s a favorite of theirs despite not having watched all of it. (And serendipitously, Discotek Media just announced they’re releasing it on blu-ray!) Black is considered a tokusatsu classic for many reasons, not the least of which are its music, suit designs, and ‘80s grit. Listen to these two gush over it, watch those two episodes, and then binge Black Sun this weekend!Lis...
2022-10-271h 30