Full Circle (the Podcast) with Charles Tyson, Jr. & Martha Madrigal

Charles sat down with queer horror/fantasy author Ryan La Sala. They discuss Ryan's new YA horror novel, "The Dead Of Summer." They also discuss what makes a Young Adult novel, the intersections of queerness and the horror genre, how community is the LGBTQ+ population's secret weapon...and so much more! LEARN MORE About Ryan La Sala GET YOUR COPY Of "The Dead Of Summer" -- Visit our  Linktree -- P...

Charles sat down with prolific author, media scholar, and friend of the pod, Alfred L. Martin, Jr. They discuss Alfred's book "Fandom For Us, By Us: The Pleasures and Practices of Black Audiences." They also talk about the components of black fandom, how the desire for representation can inform some of our choices, Charles's rabid obsession with The Golden Girls , and so much more! LEARN MORE Abou...

In This Episode, We Talk About: Vacation Time Is Over...Waaaaaaahhhhhh!!!! Are We EVER Going To Listen To Hillary Clinton?! The Battle Of The Rainbow Crosswalks ...and so much more! If You Are In Need Of Support, HERE Is A List Of Active Crisis Hotlines FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Jealous" by Nick Jonas Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:    APPLE MUSIC   SPOTIFY Visit our Linktree -- Please Subscribe and Gi...

With Martha busy being a WW (Working Woman,) Charles is holding down the fort on his own! In this hit-it-and-quit-it MINIsode, he talks about: It's Charles's BIRTHDAY! Going through the list of those notable folks we've lost recently Drag Drama, and Cults, and Franchises, oh my! ...And More! FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE:   "Echoes" by The Rapture Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:    APPLE MUSIC   SPOTIFY -- P...

Charles sat down with dynamic author and visual artist Juano Diaz. They discuss Juano's gripping autobiography "Slum Boy," the idea of art as sanctuary, being an adopted child who became an adoptive parent, and so much more! LEARN MORE About Juano Diaz GET YOUR COPY Of "Slum Boy" -- Visit our  Linktree -- Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREON C...

In This Episode, We Talk About: President Obama Says Boys Need Queer Friends Wait...Is Martha Norwegian?! Car Air Fresheners Turn You What Now? ...and so much more! If You Are In Need Of Support, HERE Is A List Of Active Crisis Hotlines FEATURED SONG: "Where The Boys Are" by Connie Francis FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Booty" by Bob The Drag Queen Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:   APPLE  MUSIC   SPOTIFY Vi...

In This Episode, We Talk About: Charles & Martha's OG Anniversary The Proper Way To Protest With Glue The Hetero Awesome Fest...wasn't ...and so much more! READ The PGN Article About TransFormation Collective If You Are In Need Of Support, HERE Is A List Of Active Crisis Hotlines FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "America" by Prince & the Revolution Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:    APPLE MUSIC   SPOTI...

Martha and Charles sat down with chart-topping singer, songwriter, and drag performer Flamy Grant. They discuss what it's like topping the Christian music charts while performing in drag, the importance of authenticity in art, healing from religious trauma, and so much more! FEATURED SONGS:  "Good Day (feat. Derek Webb)" "If You Ever Leave" LEARN MORE About Flamy Grant BUY HER MUSIC -- Visit our ...

In this "quick and dirty" Pride MINIsode, Charles & Martha discuss Martha's powerful keynote speech at Pitman Pride, which you'll get to hear in its entirety! They also talk about: Nobody showed up to Baby-Man's wittle burfday parade because... NO KINGS! Why Martha embraces her new title as a "Dangerous Woman" ...and more! -- Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)...

In this episode, Charles & Martha sat down with cast members Dito Van Reigersberg and Midge Nease to discuss Quintessence Theater Group's  adaptation of James Baldwin's 'Giovanni's Room.' They also talk about the importance of representation in theater, emphasizing the weight of Baldwin's legacy and the ongoing struggle for self-acceptance and love. They also touch on identity, expression, and...

In this episode, Charles sat down with author, filmmaker, and drag artist Kyle Casey Chu, aka Panda Dulce. They discuss the themes of queer identity, community support, and the importance of finding one's tribe in her debut middle-grade novel, The Queen Bees of Tybee County. They also discuss the impact of drag as a form of self-discovery, the intersections of literature, identity, and representat...

In This Episode, We Talk About: It's Officially Pride Season...Goddess Help Us All! The Emperor Looks Down And Realizes He MIGHT Be Naked Transphobes Can Dish It Out But Can't Take It DIVA FIIIIIGGGHHHHTTTT!!!! ...and so much more! FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE:  "Deep Down (ft. Never Dull)" by Alok, Ella Eyre & Kenny Dope Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:    APPLE MUSIC   SPOTIFY Visit our  Linktree -- Pl...

In This Episode, We Talk About: Ready Or Not...Black, Brown & Queer Joy is Coming To A Town Near You! It Took No Time AT ALL For The New Pope To Show Her True Colors. A Bronze Statue Of A Black Woman...Broke EVERYBODY! ...and so much more! CHECK OUT This List Of Every 2025 US Dyke March READ Dr. Gregory King's Piece "When A Black Woman Refuses to Entertain!" FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "The Roof Is O...

In This Episode, We Talk About: Dead Pope, New Pope, Red Pope, Blue Pope... We Stan Celebrities Who Support Their Trans Children and Siblings Laughing At A Failed Stunt Queen ...and so much more! VISIT Adjust Your Sleep Mattress Boutique to book a consultation for your own customized sleep experience! FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Sting Like A Bee" by The Mighty Sceptres Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:   A...

After an unofficial hiatus, WE'RE BACK! In this recently recovered episode from 4/13/25, we talk about: MARTHA AND CHARLES GOT MARRIED!!! We bring an abundance of Good News and Queer Excellence Did we mention MARTHA AND CHARLES GOT MARRIED?!? ...and so much more! CONTACT the Offices of Rep. Nancy Mace FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Cheerleader" by Ashnikko Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist:    APPLE MUSIC   SP...

In this episode, Charles sat down with poet, author, and hip-hop scholar Tony Keith, Jr. They discussed the themes of identity, love, and representation in Tony's poetry collection Knucklehead, the importance of creating positive narratives for young black boys, the black, gay man as a positive role model for youth, their shared love of hip-hop, and so much more! LEARN MORE ABOUT Tony Keith, Jr. G...

In this episode, Charles sat down with author Wayne Scott to talk about his engaging and poignant memoir entitled "The Maps They Gave Us: One Marriage, Reimagined." They also discussed the roles of masculinity and identity in queer men, navigating non-monogamy and marriage, the far-reaching effects of family alcoholism, and so much more! LEARN MORE ABOUT Wayne Scott GET YOUR COPY OF "The Maps They...

In this FIRST episode of Season 4 (WOO-HOO!) Charles sat down with author TJ Klune to talk about his delightful new sci-fi adventure novel  "The Bones Beneath My Skin." They also discussed the importance of representation in media, self-publishing to preserve the authenticity of his work, the vital need for queer voices in queer content, and so much more! LEARN MORE ABOUT TJ KLUNE GET YOUR COPY OF...

It's our third year Podversary and the Season 3 FINALE! So, you know what that means: That's right...a CLIP SHOW! Sit back, relax, and revisit some highlights from every episode of Season 3. We can't wait for you to see what Season 4 has in store! Visit our Linktree -- Please Subscribe and Give Us A Review (5 stars or more, preferably!)  SUPPORT US ON PATREON Check out Medway Pride Radio   -------...

Charles & Martha sat down with Rio Cortez, poet and author of the wonderful children's book "The ABC's of Women's History." They discussed the importance of the book for young readers, the need for intersectionality in children's education, why women's history is American history all year round...and so much more! LEARN MORE ABOUT RIO GET YOUR COPY OF "THE ABC'S OF WOMEN'S HISTORY" -- Visit ou...

With Martha busy being a WW (Working Woman,) Charles is holding down the fort on his own! In this first hit-it-and-quit-it MINIsode of 2025, he talks about: The 76ers Finally See Reason..For Now. META Must WANT Us To Quit Them! The Golden Globes Make A Good "To Watch" List ...And More! DONATE  To The Wildfire Relief Fund 2025 FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Denial Is A River" by Doechii Fifteen Minute Faves...

In This First New Episode of 2025, We Talk About: Queer History Is Being Made All Over The Place...Much Good...Some Not So Good! Martha Is Doing The Damned Thing! We Love Effective Protest Through Art ...and so much more! LISTEN TO  our Interview with Robb Reichard, Executive Director of AIDS Fund Philly LISTEN TO  our Interview with Civil Rights Attorney Nellie Fitzpatrick FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "C...

In this final episode of 2024/first episode of 2025, Charles & Martha sat down with David Beck, the co-writer/director and one of the stars of the powerful upcoming film "Regarding Us." They discussed the film, its proper place in LGBTQ+ cinema, the vital importance of authenticity in telling queer stories, the strength found in intergenerational queer friendships, and so much more! LEARN MORE...

In This Episode, We Talk About: How is it possible to throw thousands of people and YOURSELF under a bus...that you're on?! Ask Sarah McBride. BluSky is about that life! YMCA is a gay anthem, and we'll hear nothing else on the subject! ...and so much more! READ  Erin Reed's List of the 82 Democrats Who Voted Against Healthcare For Trans Kids LISTEN TO our Interview with Robb Reichard, Executive Di...

Charles & Martha sat down with author and Guggenheim Fellow  John S. Garrison to discuss his new book, "Red, Hot & Blue,"  an exploration of the iconic collaboration of some of the biggest names in music in 1990 coming together to bring awareness to the HIV/AIDS crisis ravaging the world.   They discussed the monumental impact of the Red, Hot & Blue  project, its controversies, the imp...