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Hyperfixation: A Queer Fandom Podcast

Hyperfixation: A Queer Fandom Podcast
Spartacus
The Vampire Lestat
Chuck Tingle
Queer Representation
Fallout Series
Fallout: New Vegas
Xena Warrior Princess
Grogu
Aftermath
The House In the Cerulean Sea
Star Wars
Prestige TV
The Mandalorian
Lavender Marriage
Sirens (mythology)
Roanoke Colony
Greco-Roman Mythology
Time Travel
Sexual Assault
Camp Damascus

Three family members of varying levels of queerness and with varying fandom interests gather to discuss their hyperfixations and fleeting passions. We started as Briikasak: A Mandalorian Podcast at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but have expanded to general fandoms, commenting with a queer perspective.

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We talk about different representations of cloning and queerness in The Alters, Orphan Black, and We Are Legion. The Alters open up an interesting view on bisexuality, while Orphan Black fought against the main conception of queerness in the Born Thi... more

Trigger warning for the India arc. We revisit season four of Xena. Marika really only likes one of these episodes, but they are important to Gabrielle's character arc. There is some queerness but mostly just bad stuff and controversy. 

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Bret and Marika struggle through Cal's favorite Vampire Chronicles book, The Queen of the Damned. There is a lot of Devil's Minion, but also numerous new characters showing up to tell us about their backstories and so much philosophy talk. We also br... more

The gang revisits the Fox X-Men movies from the early 2000s. They are possibly the gayest the X-Men will ever be on the big screen. Iceman is doing a lot of closeted teen behavior, Ian McKellen plays Magneto gay, and the queer metaphor is strong.

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Cal
Host of Hyperfixation: A Queer Fandom Podcast; part of a trio with varying fandom levels
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Host of Hyperfixation; contributes queer perspective and in-depth fandom analysis
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Co-host with strong takes on representation and storytelling across media

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • No substance here, best to avoid.Typical Star wars podcast that didn't need to happen.

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    Jedidiah Oberry
    United States5 years ago
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    No substance here, best to avoid.Typical Star wars podcast that didn't need to happen.

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    1
    Jedidiah Oberry
    United States5 years ago
  • Good podcast looking at various topics within Star Wars lore.

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    Link Voximilian
    5 years ago

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Q: How does the book handle discrimination and what is the role of Linus in that dynamic?
The hosts discuss how Linus starts under the propagandized view of institutions but gradually questions and rejects that framework through his interactions with the children and Arthur, showing that personal relationships can challenge systemic flaws.

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This show delivers enthusiastic,124% queer-analytic takes on a wide range of fandoms, from TV binges and book adaptations to cult classics and genre mashups. Across episodes, the trio (three family members with varying levels of fandom and queerness) dissects character dynamics, representation, and storytelling choices through a sharp, playful, and unapologetically queer lens. They frequently compare adaptations to source material, discuss production quirks, and riff on fan culture, while weighing how gender expression, sexuality, and community perspectives influence how stories land. Episodes tend to blend humor with rigorous critique, making it a strong fit for listeners who enjoy thoughtful media analysis with lots of personal voice and ... more

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