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Bitches on Comics

Bitches on Comics

Bitches on Comics is a bi-weekly podcast where S.E. Fleenor and Monika Estrella Negra talk to your fave LGBTQ+ folks and women in comics, speculative fiction, and pop culture! In recognition of our unique perspectives and welcoming nature, we’ve been named a “Best Comic Book Podcast” by Book Riot, Screen Rant, Comic Book Herald, and Comic Book Couples Counseling.

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Episode 104: Buffy is foundational

Bitches on Comics ·

2021/08/04

In this week's episode, we answer a listener question about The Nevers, how we grapple with works by problematic creators especially when we love them, and what witchy and supernatural TV, film, comics, and books we would recommend instead. We talk about the allegations against some creators amd how we live with the impacts of their foundational works. Our Comic of the Week is Grip: The Strange World of Men by Gilbert Hernandez. “This is the best, weirdest comic I’ve ever read.” – Sara “The comic

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Episode 103: Wanda is the eternal outsider

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2021/07/28

In this week's episode, we answer a listener question about WandaVision, what the adaptation gets right and where it fails, and what comics we'd love to see adapted or not. We get into the erasure of Wanda's Jewish and Romani identities and so much more. We also discuss some of our favorite comics that could be adapted for the screen, from Monstress to Infidel, and the few we find wholly unadaptable. Make sure to read Jessica Reidy's article "As a Romani witch, I can't stand WandaVision". Our Comic

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Episode 102: Deadpool is entertaining, problematic,...

Bitches on Comics ·

2021/07/21

In today's episode, we have a double dose of Deadpool! First, we talk about what we love about the Merc with the Mouth with Monika Estrella Negra. We get into the highs and lows of our favorite tragic clown, from his pansexuality to his chaotic energy. Monika walks us through the horror elements of Deadpool, Sara talks Deadpool's exes, and S.E. discusses why reading Deadpool just makes us feel better. Next, we explore Deadpool (2008) #1-3, written by Daniel Way, Pencils by Paco Medina, Inks by Juan

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Episode 101: I love Star Wars featuring Riley Silverman

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2021/07/14

In today's episode, we talk to Riley Silverman, actor, writer, uber nerd, and self-described "chaotic femme," about her deep love of Doctor Who, Star Wars, and RPGs. We also discuss trans, nonbinary, and queer representation in nerdom and why Darth Vader comics rule. From Ahsoka Tano to Lula Talisola, we talk about the characters we love! Follow Riley on Twitter at: @rileyjsilverman Follow Riley on Instagram at: @rileysilverman Check out Ripley Improv's new show at:

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Episode 100: She is so worthy

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2021/07/07

In our 100th freaking episode, we talk Jane Foster Thor and what makes her so worthy, discussing her history in the comics, why the Aaron/Dauterman run is so iconic, and why she makes us weep. Our Comic of the Week is: Dazzler (1981), Issues #1-4, script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Alfredo Alcala, colors by Glynis Wein, Letters by Joe Rosen. Read more about Jane Foster Thor in the following issues: Might Thor, Issues #1-23 and #700-706 (2015) written by Jason Aaron with art

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Episode 99: Centered on queer, Brown people featuring...

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2021/06/30

In our pride month extravaganza grand finale, we interview Vita Ayala about their body of comics work from The Wilds to Livewire to The New Mutants, why imperfect queer and Brown characters matter to them, and why superheroes still matter. We get into the role of nostalgia in how stories are made, why characters need to grapple with the consequences of their actions, and so much more! The incredible Stephanie Williams also joins us for this awesome conversation! Follow Vita Ayala on Twitter at:

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Episode 98: A lot of big queer feelings featuring...

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2021/06/25

In today's episode, our eighth Pride Month Extravaganza interview, we talk to Trung Le Nguyen about his graphic novel The Magic Fish, the importance of clothing and fashion to graphic narratives, and the connection between fairy tales and queerness. We get into the challenges of being both the artist and writer of your own story, the limits of language, his Star Spinner Tarot Deck, and more! Don't miss this delightful conversation! Learn more about Trung at his website:

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Episode 97: So many queer characters featuring Sophie...

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2021/06/23

In today's episode, our sixth Pride month extravaganza interview, we interview Sophie Campbell about her incredible body of comics work including Wet Moon, Glory, and JEM, the pressure on queer and trans creators to make perfect representation, and having a good time with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Follow Sophie on Twitter at: @mooncalfe1 Follow Sophie on Instagram at: @mooncalfe23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 96: All Latinx, all queer featuring Stan Stanley

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2021/06/18

In today's episode, our sixth pride month extravaganza interview, we interview cartoonist Stan Stanley regarding her comic The Hazards of Love, her creative process, writing fantasy that reflects her culture and life, and the importance of queer and trans Latinx representation. Follow Stan on Twitter at: @snakewife Check out Stan's website at: http://www.snakewife.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 95: Seems pretty gay to me featuring Yoshi...

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2021/06/16

In today's episode, our fifth pride month extravaganza interview, we talk to artist Yoshi Yoshitani about tarot, comics, and queer and mixed race representation in art and pop culture. We also get into Yoshi's creative projects from Tarot of the Divine to Zatanna and the House of Secrets and I am Not Starfire. Yoshi even has a sweet clothing line. Learn more about Yoshi at: http://www.yoshiyoshitani.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 94: Black stories across decades featuring Craig

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2021/06/11

In our fourth pride month extravaganza interview, we talk to comic, tv, and film critic Craig about some of their favorite comics and tv shows: Far Sector, Abbott, Lovecraft Country, and Watchmen. We get into the power of seeing a range of time periods in Black stories, the highs and lows of the queer representation, the power of Blacktober, and the very cool podcast they co-host: I Want You To Watch This. Find Craig on Twitter @catharticus Follow I Want You To Watch This on Twitter and Instagram

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Episode 93: The infinite possibility of gender...

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2021/06/09

In today's episode, our third pride month extravaganza interview, we talk to Bishakh Som about her LA Times and Lambda Literary award-winning short story comic collection Apsara Engine, as well as her beautiful graphic memoir Spellbound. We discuss how creating comics helped her discover her trans identity, the power of exploring gender in community, her contributions to the We're Still Here all trans comics anthology, and more! Learn more about Bishakh at: www.bishakh.com Follow Bishakh on

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Decoded Pride Podcast Episode 6: Sara Century, Monika...

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2021/06/04

Welcome to our limited-edition podcast for Decoded Pride Issue #2. In these episodes, we talk to small roundtables of creators from this year's issue about their stories and creative process and why queer speculative fiction matters so much. In our final episode for this season, our editors talk about their stories. Join us for a conversation between Sara Century, author of "Slipping, but Not Falling" (June 21), Monika Estrella Negra, author of "The Beacon of Influencership" (June 14), and S.E

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Episode 92: Unabashedly queer action comedy

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2021/06/02

In today's episode, the second episode of our pride month extravaganza, we talk to writers Ben Kahn and Rachel Silverstein about their new graphic novel Renegade Rule and how it manifests a better, queerer, more diverse world for e-games. We also discuss reference images, scripting, creative processes and how they shift with a writing team, and more! Make sure to follow Ben on Twitter at: @BenTheKahn And follow Rachel on Twitter at: @flirtymango Pick up Renegade Rule (written by Ben Kahn and Rachel

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Episode 91: A stealth multiverse featuring R.B. Lemberg

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2021/06/01

In today's episode, the first episode of our pride month extravaganza, we talk to Nebula finalist R.B. Lemberg about their novella The Four Profound Weaves and how it captures trans experiences in a fantasy setting. We also discuss their deep love of Ursula LeGuin, how they came out later in life, the wide reaches of the Birdverse, and what lies ahead! Make sure to follow RB on Twitter at: @RB_Lemberg And find their website at: http://roselemberg.net/ Pick up The Four Profound Weaves from Tachyon

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Decoded Pride Podcast Episode 5: J.D. Harlock, S.B....

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2021/05/31

Welcome to our limited-edition podcast for Decoded Pride Issue #2. In these episodes, we talk to small roundtables of creators from this year's issue about their stories and creative process and why queer speculative fiction matters so much. Today's episode features a conversation between J.D. Harlock, author of "Love, Satan" (June 4), S.B. Edwards, author of "More Efficient Than A Guillotine" (June 18), and Akil Wingate, author of "A Murder of Crows" (June 30), moderated by S.E. Fleenor, Decoded

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Decoded Pride Podcast Episode 4: Emmalia Harrington,...

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2021/05/28

Welcome to our limited-edition podcast for Decoded Pride Issue #2. In these episodes, we talk to small roundtables of creators from this year's issue about their stories and creative process and why queer speculative fiction matters so much. Today's episode features a conversation between Jeffrey Brown + Ink author of “Agents of CLAW” (June 16 ), Emmalia Harrington, author of "Deepest Chinatown" (June 25), and Peter Vulfranc, author of “Two Strong Arms to Defend Myself” (June 26), moderated by

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Episode 90: So many more queer comics

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2021/05/26

In this week's episode, we answer a listener question about Blue Is The Warmest Color and fraught representation and dynamics between lesbian and bi and pan women. We discuss the importance of the book, particularly for when it came out, the abhorrent film adaptation, and why Jul' Maroh rules. Our Comic of the Week is: Josie and the Pussycats, Art by Audre Mok, Story by Marguerite Bennett and Cameron DeOrdio, Colors by Andre Szymanowicz and Kelly Fitzpatrick, Letters by Jack Morelli It’s nice to see

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Decoded Pride Podcast Episode 3: Maurice Moore,...

Bitches on Comics ·

2021/05/25

Welcome to our limited-edition podcast for Decoded Pride Issue #2. In these episodes, we talk to small roundtables of creators from this year's issue about their stories and creative process and why queer speculative fiction matters so much. Today's episode features a conversation between Maurice Moore, author of "Suga and CC" (June 2), AriadneTzn, author of "The Iliad Improved" (June 29), and Dora Dee Rogers, author of "Delan at the Shrine" (June 8), moderated by Sara Century, Decoded Pride editor

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Decoded Pride Podcast Episode 2: Robin Quinn,...

Bitches on Comics ·

2021/05/23

Welcome to our limited-edition podcast for Decoded Pride Issue #2. In these episodes, we talk to small roundtables of creators from this year's issue about their stories and creative process and why queer speculative fiction matters so much. Today's episode features a conversation between Robin Quinn, author of "In A Place Like This" (June 27), Kayleigh Hearn, author of "Sisters of the Whispering Inferno" (June 7), and Shaya French, author of "Vivicus" (June 15), moderated by Monika Estrella Negra,

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