Trans Cinematic Universe Podcast

Jonathan and guest Eliot Glazer deep dive the straightest film ever done on the TCU: "The Worst Person in the World." They talk about Julie's haircuts, Julie's boyfriends and the real worst person in the world, Julie's Dad! It's another very special episode of the Trans Cinematic Universe. Eliot Glazer: @eliotglazer Limp Wriztd at Woodstock ‘99 w/ Eliot Glazer — The Elysi...

Jonathan and guest Adriana Papaleo take a cinematic adventure into Queer Jolie by way of "Foxfire." They talk about hair, what could have been between Angelina Jolie and Jenny Shimizu, 90's female-centric films and the queer people they influenced.  Adriana Papaleo: @adriana_papaleo Fundraiser by Jonathan Andre Culliton : Willa Justice: Drag Queen Private Eye (gofundme.com) Fundrais...

Jonathan and guest Sydney Baloue visit Barbieland in an epic analysis of Greta Gerwig's "Barbie." The two discuss trans masc princesses, genitals vs mounds, and the billion-dollar movie of the year.  Sydney Baloue: @sydneybaloue MC Debra on Trans Dolls: https://youtu.be/cOHWwTvMwTI Fundraiser by Jonathan Andre Culliton : Willa Justice: Drag Queen Private Eye (gofundme.com) Fundraiser by Jonathan...

Jonathan and guest Tilly Bridges return to the Matrix! It's "The Matrix Reloaded," y'all! In celebration of the recent release of Tilly's new book, "Begin Transmission," they explore the trans allegory of this iconic sequel and the franchise in its entirety. Tilly Bridges: @heckyeahtillybridges Purchase BEGIN TRANSMISSION here! https://www.amazon.com/Begin-Transmiss...

Jonathan and guest Evan Black explore the minutiae of the Gilmore Girls' first episode in this pilot special extravaganza! They talk about all the privilege: white, economic, pretty, and deconstruct the narrative crux of this early oughts classic. Evan Black: @evanisthenewblack Jonathan Andre Culliton: ⁠@heathandhenshaw⁠ and ⁠@jonathanandrethegiant⁠ TCU Podcast: ⁠@TCUpodHQ⁠

Jonathan and guest Sean Abellar take the pod rocket straight to the fictitious streets of Farmington, CA and meet Vick Mackey and his fellow problematic cops on "The Shield." They analyze the pilot episode of this early oughts procedural and talk about toxic cop culture. Jonathan Andre Culliton: ⁠@heathandhenshaw⁠ and ⁠@jonathanandrethegiant⁠ TCU Podcast: ⁠@TCUpodHQ⁠

Jonathan and guest Stephanie Czajkowski aka Lieutenant T'Veen travel back, a long time ago, to a galaxy far, far away. They talk about Princess Leia's iconic killing of Jabba the Hutt in a metal bikini, if Artoo is a bear among droids, and if an Ewok party is worth ditching your mission. Stephanie Cjzakowksi: ⁠ @skisays⁠ Jonathan Andre Culliton: ⁠@heathandhenshaw⁠ and ⁠@jonathanandrethegia...

Jonathan and guest Lady Chilane draaaag us into the world of Elvira. They have an Elvira-Off with the Mistress herself, wonder if Bob is gay, and wait for a mysterious great aunt to die and send them their fortunes. Lady Chilane: @theladychilane Jonathan Andre Culliton: @heathandhenshaw and @jonathanandrethegiant TCU Podcast: @TCUpodHQ

Jonathan and guest Max Luque take the pod rocket to the "Goodfellas" neighborhood and try not to get killed by Tommy. They play "Who Wore It Best: Karen Edition" and Max reveals his deep, undying attraction for Robert DeNiro. Max Luque: ⁠ @max.luque TCU Podcast:   ⁠⁠@TCUpodHQ⁠⁠ Jonathan Andre Culliton:   ⁠⁠@heathandhenshaw⁠⁠ and ⁠@jonathanandrethegiant⁠ ⁠⁠Bombshell⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spookabl...

Jonathan and guest Ryan Baker launch a discussion on "Passing" that is totally out of this world! They discuss what it means if you're married in a movie to Alexander Skarsgard, the inherently problematic idea of passing, and if Irene pushed Clare out that window. Ryan Baker: @rybakercreator TCU Podcast:  ⁠@TCUpodHQ⁠ Jonathan Andre Culliton:  ⁠@heathandhenshaw⁠ and @jonathanandrethegiant ⁠Bombshel...

Jonathan and guest Kathryn Westall take their dirt bikes to planet "Motocrossed" for a classic DCOM spin on gender swap.  They talk about child mechanics and if twins Andrea and Andrew both go by "Andy."   Kathryn Westall:   @sacredrootsyoga and @thrynagain TCU Podcast:   @TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:   @heathandhenshaw Bombshell Spookable

Jonathan and guest/mom Dianne Flowers pilot the pod rocket to "Rocket Man" and celebrate Elton John.  Jonathan quizzes this week's superfan guest and the duo perform "Cold Heart" as Dianne Lipa and Elton Jonathan. Dianne Flowers:  @diflo31 TCU Podcast:  @TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:  @heathandhenshaw Bombshell Spookable Next week's destination:  "Motocrossed"

Jonathan and guest Lio Mehiel return for the epic conclusion of "Titane."  They pull names from the Queer Cast Cup with the murder chopstick and introduce the universe to Harold Gadsby.   Lio Mehiel:   @lio.mehiel TCU Podcast:   @TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:   @heathandhenshaw Bombshell Spookable Next week's destination:  "Rocket Man"

Jonathan and guest Lio Mehiel venture to the world of "Titane" and meet a bunch of CILFs and TILFS (Cars/Trucks I'd Like to Fuck).  Buckle up, buttercup, and grab your murder chopstick!  It's Part I of an epic episode as beefy as Adrien's Deddy. Lio Mehiel:   @lio.mehiel TCU Podcast:   @TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:   @heathandhenshaw Bombshell Spookable Next week's de...

Jonathan and guest Felix Mack follow the Tommy Gnosis tour all the way to the “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” galaxy.  Felix takes on our lyrical pop quiz and the two perform “Wicked Little Town” as Tommy No-Cis. More on Jayne County:   Jayne County, the trans rock’n’roll star who influenced David Bowie, in her own words - Interview Magazine Felix Mack:   @felixmackwrites TCU Podcast: &...

Jonathan and guest Marval A Rex pledge allegiance to Lucy Diamond in an epic rewatch of "D.E.B.S."  They crossover into the World of Rex podcast, assess the charts of the D.E.B.S. themselves, and forecast 2023 in this New Year's extravaganza episode.   Head over to World of Rex to hear more about Jonathan's relationship with storytelling as a Sagittarius Sun, Aquarius Rising, Leo Mo...

Siblings at Christmastime talk about a story about siblings at Christmastime!  Jonathan and guest Al Culliton discuss "Little Women," the importance of limes, and discover Marchsexualism.   Al Culliton:  @al_culliton Al's Cocktail Club:  https://alscocktailclub.com/ More from Al:  https://linktr.ee/alculliton **** EBENEZER'S PUNCH 1 1/2 oz. pineapple-infused rum 3/4 oz. oloroso or amontillado sher...

Jonathan and guest Halo Rossetti finally finish the synopsis of "Happiest Season," just in time for Christmas!  They fanboy over KStew and receive surprising results for Halo's superfan pop quiz.   BOARD THE PATREON Halo Rossetti:   @halo.rossetti Halo's Crimes of the Future episodes:   Part I and Part II TCU Podcast:  @ TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:  @ jonathanan...

Jonathan and the unhappiest guest Halo Rossetti dive into a Covid holiday trauma classic!  They watch "Happiest Season," celebrate KStew and Aubrey Plaza's chemistry, and wonder how many Benjamins Clea Duvall burned in the making of this movie. BOARD THE PATREON Halo Rossetti:   @halo.rossetti TCU Podcast:  @ TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:  @ jonathanandrethegiant Heath&...

Jonathan and guest Graham Kolbeins explore the Trans Cinematic Universe by way of "Tokyo Godfathers."  They talk about Hana as an iconic trans character, the hotness of Gin, and just how many miracles one Christmas can hold.   Graham Kolbeins:   @grahamkolbeins TCU Podcast:   @TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:   @jonathanandrethegiant Heath&Henshaw Productions:  ...

Jonathan and guest Lauren Verret kickoff the holiday season and celebrate a queer Christmas with "Carol."  They discuss how much heterosexuality they'd fake for a trip to Paris and Therese's main erogenous zone, the shoulders. BOARD THE PATREON  Lauren Verret:   @laurennverret.mua TCU Podcast:   @TCUpodHQ Jonathan Andre Culliton:   @jonathanandrethegiant Next week's destin...

Jonathan and guest Heather Muriel Nguyen board a much different type of ship this week, discussing "Pirates of the Caribbean:  The Curse of the Black Pearl."   They talk imperialism, sexism and pirate-ism.  Yo-heaux, yo-heaux, rocketeers!  It's time to set sail for the Island of Tortuga. BOARD THE PATREON  Heather Muriel Nguyen:   @heathermurielnguyen TCU Podcast...

Jonathan and guest Tim O'Leary take the red pill, break from the 1's and 0's of binary code, and discuss "The Matrix."  They worship the Wachowskis and wonder if Trinity and Neo are an iconic lesbian couple in our latest pod rocket adventure.  BOARD THE PATREON  Tim O'Leary:  @timolearyonline  TCU Podcast:  @TCUpodHQ  Jonathan Andre Culliton:  @jonathanandre...

Jonathan and guest Halo Rossetti are deep in discovery mode with "Crimes of the Future" as they talk about trans allegories, trans elders, and trans kids!  It's just one, big, long Inner Beauty Pageant today.  Tune in for Jonathan and Halo's best impressions of Kristen Stewart, Viggo Mortensen, and Lea Seydoux. BOARD THE PATREON Halo Rossetti:  @halo.rossetti TCU Podcast:  @TCUpodHQ GoodBoy Design...

Jonathan and guest Halo Rossetti get in the breakfast chair and take the pod rocket straight into the future... "Crimes of the Future."  They only talk about the synopsis because this movie is about tattooed organs, eating plastic, and performance art that involves a dead naked child, so you know what?  Climb aboard, because this is PART I OF II, in an epic Cronenberg-fueled adventure! A...