Gays Gaze

This week, we’re talking about the reality dating show based on Naked and Afraid, Naked and Afraid of Love! Can the Erins survive the ultimate endurance test of watching heterosexuals shenanigans for 12 episodes? Rest easy knowing there will be some women loving women to replenish their stamina. Hear our thoughts on the show, and find out if it’s worth a watch too!

Erin’s computer has risen from the dead in order to bring you this week’s episode on Codependent Lesbian Space Alien Seeks Same (2011). Hear the Erins thoughts on the film, a couple of New York City recommendations, and even a recollection of a botched date. Those jeans aren’t going to clip themselves into jorts! Get out your scissors and take a listen. 

CW: unsupportive and abusive families, homophobia, repressed sexuality, cheating on a partner, gatekeeping and exclusion from the community Today we talked about the 1994 film Go Fish by Guinevere Turner and Rose Troche. We adored this low budget film about lesbian community and finding love with an unlikely partner - so many of the beats are still issues faced by lesbians today. Give it a watch,...

CW: abusive caretakers, blood, demons, possession, ableism This week, we talked about Warrior Nun, the tragically cancelled Netflix series by Simon Barry. We give an overview of the series and talk through major plot beats, plus, we talk a little about why the show was cancelled and what threads would impact a season 3 if renewed.

CW: Manipulative and emotionally abusive partners, implied sexual abuse, suicide, public acts of violence This week, the Erins are talking about Tár, a biopic-esque film from the past year. We’ll be discussing our feelings on the intent of the director before inevitably getting sidetracked pondering "why is it called 'Fortnight'?" And don’t worry, we’re answering the question on everyone’s mind: w...

This week, Erin & Erin are joined by Erica Friedman: speaker, writer, editor, and researcher of all things yuri, and the creator of ALC publishing and Yuricon.  We discuss Erica's book, By Your Side: The First 100 Years of Yuri Anime and Manga , available now! Erica tells us about exciting current yuri series (like I'm In Love With the Villainess; She Loves To Cook, She Loves to Eat; and...

CW: suicide, death of a loved one, drug addiction, attempted sexual assault, incest, divorce, cancer, bullying This week, we watched and read Oniisama E (Dear Brother) by Riyoko Ikeda. This 1970s drama series had us yelling "OOOH I can't stand the suffering that comes with desire!" at every twist and turn in this whirlwind plot.

We’re keeping it merry and gay as we watch the first Lifetime lesbian movie, Under the Christmas Tree (2021). How much Christmas is it giving? We'll tell you! Plus, make sure you keep your ears perked for a special surprise guest. Although, if you’re British, you can skip the outro. Happy Holidays from the Erins!

Come with us as we sample three lesbian-centric sitcom episodes. This week we’re checking out the lesbian weddings on Living Single and Friends , as well as a lesbian kiss from Roseanne . There’s a surprising amount to dig into. Twitter might be dying, but we’re not! Grab your copy of Minecraft and settle in to listen. 

CW: Parental abuse, sick/dying parent mentions, transphobia, attempted sexual assault, incest. Jump on the fujoshi yacht, we’re setting sail for Ouran Academy! This week the Erins are talking about Bisco Hatori’s Ouran High School Host Club. Batten down the hatches as we’re about to reminisce about 2000s anime, ponder the lobelia, and tell you why you should not take candy from strangers. It's sur...

Happy three years of your favorite lesbian media podcast with two hosts named Erin, Gays Gaze! We reflect on the last year, bringing you our favorite clips! We loved getting to co-host with Samantha, Katie Hoopz, Ellie, and Jenny, and we loved laughing so much with you all. Thanks for listening, and we're excited for the next year to come! :) Check out -  Sammy's project: https://transcribe.i...

CW: Infant sexual abuse, incest, suicide, edgy shock value humor This week, we talk about Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland's animated Adult Swim series, Rick and Morty. We talk about its creation, Dan Harmon's myriad scandals, and the sapphic representation, including Space Beth x Beth, and the "One Experimental Summer" comic. We also talk about Reigen, since he won the poll. Oops.

CW: Stalking, gore, murder, cannibalism, eye horror, pet death, animal abuse.  It's the nicest episode of all! Join special guest, Katie Hoopz, and the Erins as we talk about fandom twitter polls, Monster High, Video Game cookbook recipes... oh, and we also mention the 2002 movie, May. It's a dark comedy horror that touches on perfection, identity, and maybe even being a manic pixie dream gir...

CW: domestic violence, sexual assault, gore, incest, pedophilia/grooming, abusive relationships, homicide, suicide, animal abuse This week, Jenny from Battle City Broads joined us as we read the incredibly dark and gory yuri manga, Murcielago by Yoshimurakana! We talk about female assassin stereotypes, a variety of sewer monsters, and perhaps most importantly, one stone butch serial killer's quest...

CW: homophobia, suicide, child abuse. This week, we watched the 1961 film, The Children's Hour. It was captivating, and depressingly relevant to this day and age. Tune in this week to hear our thoughts about this film, and to find out who the Erins cancelling and why. You're going to be the one being cancelled unless you listen to this week's episode!

CW: Transphobia, misgendering, diet culture and fatphobia This week, Samantha (@lilestradiol and transcribe.ink) joined us to talk about the 2018 4-episode J-Drama, Joshi-teki Seikatsu or My Life as a Girl. We had mixed feelings - the transphobia was bad, but there were pieces that were interesting! Listen along for discussion about humiliation kinks, crab hot pot, and all the missed opportunities...

CW: NSFW. Child sexual abuse, grooming, child abuse, mentally ill parents, abusive relationships homicide This week, we talk about Yun Kouga's manga Loveless, about a boy named Ritsuka who gets dragged into a dark world of spellfighting after his brother's murder. The series is unfinished, so we talk about theories, Yun Kouga's intent, and also about fanworks and fan reception as this was released...

This week, Ellie (@Baticeer2) joined us to talk about Sailor Moon S! We go over the lore, plus some of the gayest characters of our day and age, Sailors Neptune and Uranus. There was too much to talk about this week! But don't worry, someday Ellie can come back. Until then, check out Ellie's podcast Battle City Broads!

CW: Very dark themes! Sexual assault, domestic violence, suicide, murder, accidental death, infant death, homophobia, including internalized homophobia and compulsory heterosexuality This week, we talk about Nakamura Ching's manga Gunjou, or Ultramarine Blue, which has since been adapted into the Netflix original film, Ride or Die. We loved the manga, and think the movie can be skipped. Join us as...

CW: Alcoholism, institutionalization, cops, blood, gun use, parental abuse, unplanned pregnancy, possession and memory loss, demons/monsters We watched all four seasons of Wynonna Earp, and we loved it! We knew it would be cheesy, but Doc Holliday as a vampire? Hello? We talk about lesbian sex, demonic possession, and one unique character's supernatural genitals.

CW: Violence, gore, sexual assault overtones. This week, Samantha (@lilestradiol on twitter, or http://transcribe.ink/) joins us to talk about the Wachowski sisters' Jupiter Ascending, a 2015 film of a woman's intergalactic journey to learn she is the queen of Earth. We talked about why the movie flopped, and we also searched for Eddie Redmayne ABO fanfiction. 

CW: homophobia and bury your gays, murder, animal death, toxic relationships This week, Hoopz joins Erin and Erin to discuss the highly controversial and homophobic finale to Killing Eve. We go through each episode in Season 4, talk about what we liked and what we hated, and we share what we wish season 4 looked like. Thank you to each and every one of you who took the time to share your thoughts...

CW: prop guns, mild homophobia. Discipline. Energy. Beauty. Strength. These are traits that all secret spies, or D.E.B.S., must embody to join the force. But what happens when the top D.E.B.S. student falls head over heels for the nation's most threatening criminal, Lucy Diamond? Erins discuss, and also discuss other campy spy movies, and the use of spies as an allegory for closeted queerness. Tha...

CW: Homophobic slurs/language, abusive homophobic parents, hate crimes We're back for another Dee Rees movie, with Pariah (2011)! This is both our favorite movie that we've watched for the podcast yet, and we became immediate die-hard fans. This film is about a young Black girl growing up in Brooklyn who navigates young adulthood and bravely comes out as a lesbian to her unsupportive parents. Join...

CW: Sexual abuse, institutionalization, hanging (death penalty / suicide) This week, Katie Hoopz joins us for the BBC miniseries based on Sarah Water's novel, Fingersmith! We loved it! We talk The Handmaiden comparisons, female autonomy, Taika Waititi, and... Greek Mythology? We got a little derailed, oops!