Bifocals
A biweekly show about queer characters, concepts, and controversies in popular culture, brought to you by two board-certified bisexual buds! Put on your bifocals as Lizy (she/her) and Joseph (he/his) take a close look at film, television, books, games, and more through a queer lens.
Episodes
Lizy is a true parrothead. Joseph is too chicken for clubs. A little birdy told me you like comedy, sincerity, and fun gender shenanigans. If that's true, you should join us as we discuss Robin Williams and Nathan Lane's The Birdcage!
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Joseph doesn't believe in pigeons. Lizy doubts Mattel. It's time for a meeting of the Bifocals Book Club! We're back to talk about the 2019 novella, This is How You Lose the Time War. Join us as we put on our bifocals to talk about our feelings on the science fiction story written by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Lizy claims slideshows for the bi community. Joseph fails to bring back lingo. Disney’s been in the news a lot lately, making it a good time to cover one of their recent projects. Join our coven and put on your bifocals, ‘cause we’re talking about The Owl House!
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
Joseph condemns P.T. Barnum. Lizy expresses oral support for superheroes. Annie recounts some wild nights. That's right, this week, we have a special guest! Join the three of us as we put on our bifocals to discuss Emily Dickinson, and Annie's award-winning musical "Show Me Eternity."
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Lizy introduces a new segment. Joseph takes one-million Macklemores. Sometimes, you need to take a step back and appreciate how bad films can be. After all, if every movie were Spider-Verse, we wouldn't have The Room. Join us on a trip as we put on our bifocals to discuss the "romantic" "comedy," Boat Trip.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Joseph doesn't know what Canadian currency is. Lizy grapples with our producer. We're putting on our bifocals and taking on the world! Join us as we discuss Bryan Lee O'Malley's graphic novel series, Edgar Wright's 2010 film, and our hopes for future adaptations, obviously.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=...
Lizy has a great idea. Joseph has the tables turned on him. It's almost Halloween, so we're returning with an appropriately spooky title - Rocky Horror! Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss the stage production, the movie, and various adaptations of the popular cult classic.
Content Warning: A slur for transgender individuals comes up at 54:30 when discussing an episode of television.
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Joseph wants a breakfast sandwich. Lizy prepares a costume. Since her debut in 1992, Harley Quinn has left quite the impression on popular culture. She's made appearances in television, film, comic books, video games, Spirit Halloween stores, you name it! In this week's episode, we put on our bifocals to discuss Harley Quinn's origins, her history, and her future as a DC bicon.
Music by John Bartmann: https:...
Lizy's never been to a gay bar. Joseph loses a burrito bet. Baseball season is coming to a close, which means we've got to talk about A League of Their Own! Adjust your caps and put on your bifocals as we discuss the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, the 1992 film, and the 2022 Amazon Prime series.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Joseph falls behind on his shows. Lizy endorses Cheerios. We're back with an episode about one of Cartoon Network's most impactful animated series, and we have some VERY different opinions about it! Join us in putting on our gem-studded bifocals as we discuss Steven Universe, and Rebecca Sugar's impact on representation in western animation.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Lizy proves this is not a one man show. In this mini episode, she answers questions and goes over a few quick topics!
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Lizy loves Mr. Darcy. Joseph flees the country. In preparation for Joseph’s island vacation, we’ve taken a detour to Fire Island, a gay adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
Joseph has geography questions. Lizy travels around the sun. It's Pride 2022, and we're kicking this month off with a look at a queer legend - Sappho! Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss the life, legacy, and lyrics of Sappho.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
Lizy inspires pie cravings. Joseph enjoys a good mouth feel. We're back to talk about the queer sensation that's sweeping the nation! Stop what you're doing and put on your bifocals so we can discuss Heartstopper - the webcomic, and the Netflix adaptation.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
Joseph tries to change the vibes. Lizy knocks on wood. HBO Max recently gave us a delightful little show called Our Flag Means Death, and we wanna talk about it! Join us in putting on our bifocals to discuss queer pirate history, and the adventures of Stede "The Gentleman Pirate" Bonnet.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=...
Lizy has big dad energy. Joseph has a suit dilemma. It's time for the second official meeting of the Bifocals Book Club - and this time, we enjoyed the book! Join us as we put on our bifocals to discuss Kalynn Bayron's 2020 fantasy novel, Cinderella is Dead.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
Joseph mourns a Star Wars ship. Lizy remembers handsome men. It's not easy being straight. One day, you're publishing comics, and the next, you're falling in love with a lesbian. It's about time we rallied behind heterosexual men like Ben Affleck and gave them the support they deserve. Join us as we discuss Kevin Smith's romantic comedy-drama Chasing Amy.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartman...
Lizy has a superior revelation. Joseph expresses teleportation fears. We're back with a giant-size episode about everyone's favorite mutants - the X-Men! Join us in putting on our ruby quartz bifocals as we discuss the X-Men's publication history, queer metaphors, and canonically queer members of the mutant super team.
Music by John Bartmann: https://johnbartmann.com/
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Joseph reads the wrong card. Lizy petitions for muppet hosts. As we progress through awards season, we decided to visit another Academy Award-winning film - Moonlight! Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss Barry Jenkins' Moonlight, based on Tarell Alvin McCraney's autobiographical play In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue.
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
Lizy discusses boxing ancestry. Joseph abuses Reese's pieces. It's a new year, and we're ready for a new round of podcasts! This week, we're covering a sitcom that changed the game for queer representation in television. Join us in putting on our bifocals as we discuss Will & Grace - the original series, and the reboot.
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/bifocalscast?fan_landing=true
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