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Totally Normal About That

A podcast where Lucia and Nell take getting hype about queer media to a whole new level - a totally normal one.Come get hype with us on Twitter @TotallyNormalAT or by emailing us at totallynormalaboutthat@gmail.com

tv & film sexuality

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79:16

A (Queer) History of Vampires!

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2025/10/29

Hi friends!This week we had a special conversation about the history of vampires! We talked about the roots of the myths and what has led to their existence in folklore, along with what brought the legends to the United States and made them take root in our culture here. We also discussed the medical reasons for the beliefs in vampires and the scientific reasons behind these beliefs.Finally, we dug into the crossover from myth to media and the way vampires have come to exist in modern storytelling

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105:55

What We Do In The Shadows - The Show! (with guest Mary)

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2025/10/22

Hi friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the show What We Do In the Shadows with our amazing friend Mary!We chatted about our various feelings on the finale, how Guillermo's inclusion impacted the vampire's behavior and how he is the moral compass of the show, our adoration of Laszlo, and so much more!If you have totally normal feelings about this show, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, Tumblr, or email us at totallynormalaboutthat@gmail.com.And if you'd

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64:10

What We Do In The Shadows - The Movie!

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2025/10/15

Hey friends!In this episode we talked about the 2014 movie - What We Do In The Shadows!We had a really fun discussion about the different vampires in this movie & who they are based on from different pieces of media. We also talked about the way Stu is treated in this movie and the relationships he has with the other vampires, along with the different romantic relationships and how they are presented to us.If you have totally normal feelings about this movie, please come yell with us! You can

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166:29

Interview with the Vampire - The Show! (with guest...

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2025/10/08

Hey friends!This week we are joined by our amazing friend Catherine from The Fangirl Business podcast to talk about AMC’s Interview With The Vampire! Please be strongly advised that this episode contains very explicit & detailed conversations about abuse & trauma, both in relation to our personal experiences & in the show. If this is not your cup of tea, you may want to hold off on this episode.In this episode we focused our conversation primarily on discussions surrounding the trauma,

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76:28

Interview with the Vampire - The Movie!

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2025/10/01

Hey friends! This week we covered the 1994 movie Interview with the Vampire. We talked about the horrors of blond Tom Cruise, Claudia's weird relationship with Louis, and how bad of a boyfriend Louis is.If you have totally normal feelings about Twilight, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, Tumblr, or email us at totallynormalaboutthat@gmail.com.

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97:49

Twilight - The Movie!

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2025/09/24

Hi friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Twilight!We talked about what a phenomenon this movie was and how it shaped our love of vampires and genre media. We discussed the things we love about this story and the things we are particularly disappointed about with the adaptation into a movie. We gushed over the soundtrack and lamented over the color correction, and overall, we just had a great time rewatching this blast from the past!If you have totally normal feelings

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96:03

Supernatural - The Legacy of Castiel!

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2025/09/17

Hi friends!This week we have both the Supernatural 20-year anniversary AND the anniversary of Castiel's first appearance on the show! In light of all this, we figured what better way to celebrate than by discussing the legacy of Castiel and his character's impact on the show.We talked about his introduction to the show and why he was brought in as a character, along with the different storylines he opened up over the seasons. We also talked about his impact on the longevity of the show and on

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106:53

Agatha All Along!

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2025/09/10

Hi friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the MCU original series Agatha All Along!We talked about our relationships with the MCU and our feelings about minority representation in this universe (aka, we need so much more of it!) as well as what this show did for representation in that universe. We also talked about the choice made in this show to draw a connection between queerness and magic users, and how the show did a reverse uno with leaving things "open to interpretation"

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116:31

KPop Demon Hunters!

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2025/09/03

Hi friends!In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the movie KPop Demon Hunters! We discussed the queer allegory within Rumi's story, as well as our feelings about the different themes with shame, self-acceptance, vulnerability, and healthy or unhealthy connections to people.We also talked about the Korean mythology and lore woven into the story and the way the KPop elements blended with that to give us a beautiful and dynamic depiction of very classic story elements in a modern

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134:56

Pushing Daisies with Sophie!

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2025/08/27

Hi friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about Pushing Daisies with our return guest, Sophie! In this episode we talked about the show's fairytale aesthetic, the complexities of the relationship between Ned and Chuck, the things we wish we'd gotten in further seasons and how cutting the show short left us with so many loose ends, and the way kink is so carefully woven into the world of the show.If you have totally normal feelings about this show, please come yell with us! You can

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114:03

Julie and the Phantoms!

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2025/08/13

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about Julie and the Phantoms! We discussed how this show helped us process grief and the way the show handles the themes of loss and legacy. You can reach us on Bluesky, Tumblr, or email us at totallynormalaboutthat@gmail.com.

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98:25

Hot Takes & Headcanons!

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2025/07/30

Hi friends!For this special episode, we played a game of "Most Likely To" where we read different prompts and chose which character we felt best fit that prompt! We also shared a few of our own headcanons at the end!If you have your own hot takes, we want to hear them! Feel free to reach us on Bluesky or Tumblr, or email us at totallynormalaboutthat@gmail.com

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101:59

Doctor Odyssey: The Crew!

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2025/07/16

Hi Friends!This week we had quite a conversation about the crew of the Odyssey! We got very passionate during our discussion of this totally normal show.We talked about the relationships between Max, Avery and Tristan. We also talked about the other crew members, the way the crew serves the guests on the cruise, what a cruise doctor typically makes, the abomination that is the hot tub charcuterie board, and SO much more!If you have totally normal feelings about this show, please come yell with us

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128:36

Doctor Odyssey: The Passengers!

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2025/07/02

Hi friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the show Doctor Odyssey! Specifically, we chatted about the passengers on board the different cruises and our feelings about the way the show depicted them and the ways they were treated. We talked about some of our favorite themes, like Gay week and Sophisticated Ladies week, and some of our least favorite themes, such as Wellness week and Plastic Surgery week. We also talked about the representation of Autism and other mental health

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134:25

Happy Anniversary!!

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2025/06/25

Hi Friends!We officially made it! This week we took some time out to chat about the past year and how far we've come! We talked about the ways doing this podcast has affected us, and our plans for moving forward. To round out our special chats for Pride month, we also took the opportunity to have a very special guest join us to talk about his personal Pride experiences! Our incredible friend James chatted with us about his life as a trans man and how he celebrates during Pride. He also talked to us

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104:47

Disclosure!

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2025/06/18

Hi friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the 2020 documentary Disclosure. We had some really great discussions about trans representation in tv and film over the last century, and the way trans stories have historically been presented. We discussed the different stereotypes commonly presented about trans people in media, and the way intersectionality plays a huge role in trans representation. We also talked about the importance of seeing trans people in media and how it

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82:28

The Death and Life of Marsha P Johnson!

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2025/06/11

Hi Friends!This week we had a conversation that was a bit different than our usual chats. In honor of Pride, we decided to watch and discuss The Death and Life of Marsha P Johnson and have a critical conversation about queer history and the roots of the Pride movement. We feel that we cannot truly understand the importance of Pride without understanding the people in the early days of the movement and the sacrifices they made.Please be aware that we cover a lot of serious topics in this episode, the

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79:33

Kinky Boots!

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2025/06/04

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the 2005 movie version of Kinky Boots! We talked about the way the true story was loosely adapted into this movie and the changes that were made to the story. We discussed the way the story of Lola was centered to humanize trans people, the presentation of trans experiences and bigotry, and the way language was used in the movie to discuss trans issues.If you have strong feelings about this movie, let us know! You can find us on Bluesky

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85:43

The Glass Onion - A Knives Out Mystery!

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2025/05/28

Hi Friends!This week we had a totally normal conversation about the second installment of the Knives Out franchise, The Glass Onion! We talked a bit about some of the pretty obvious real world comparisons and the way in which the movie villainizes & then punishes billionaires.We also talked about the different characters in this movie & their motivations, and the ways in which they justify their greed & loyalty to Miles. We also talked about the clever ways the movie chooses to reveal

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103:50

Knives Out with Sophie!

Totally Normal About That ·

2025/05/21

Hi Friends!This week we were joined by Nell's sister Sophie for a totally normal conversation about the movie Knives Out! We had an amazing time discussing the different twists and turns of this mystery and what makes it such an amazing story!We talk about the bigotry in the movie and how the way different storytelling elements really unravel the character's personalities along with the events of the story. We talk about Northern vs Southern stereotypes for queer men, and we were also treated to

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