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Queer Lit

Lena Mattheis
Queer Literature
Trans History
Queer Studies
Lesbian Fashion History
Normporn
Anne Lister
Trauma
Palestinian Literature
Queer Arab Glossary
Lifting Off
Karen Mcleod
The Membranes
Grief
LGBTQIA+ Culture
Japanese Lesbian Fashion
Queer Identity
Community Mental Health
Nakba
Theoryish
Bellies

Queer Lit is a podcast about LGBTQIA+* literature and culture. In each episode, literary studies researcher Lena Mattheis talks to an expert in the field of queer studies. Topics include lesbian literature, inclusive pronouns and language, gay history, trans and non-binary novels, intersectionality and favourite queer films, series or poems. New episode every other week!Recent transcripts here: ht... more

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Are you ready to become a showgirl? Poet, scholar, and Swifty extraordinaire Stephanie Burt joins me to talk about Taylor Swift’s musical genius, queer fandom and relationship to femininity. There was simply too much to squeeze into one episode, so m... more

Are you ready to become a showgirl? Poet, scholar, and Swifty extraordinaire Stephanie Burt joins me to talk about Taylor Swift’s musical genius, queer fandom and relationship to femininity. There was simply too much to squeeze into one episode, so m... more

Our favourite feminist killjoy is back! Sara Ahmed joins me to talk about her brand-new book No Is Not A Lonely Utterance: The Art and Activism of Complaining. In her first ever (how special are we) public conversation about the book, Sara speaks abo... more

How many times have you watched the sweaty lesbian fever dream that is Love Lies Bleeding? As you might be able to guess from this episode, Michelle Devereaux and I have stopped counting. Michelle is a feminist film-philosophy expert who joins me to ... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Burt
Donald and Katharine Loecker Professor of English at Harvard
Harvard University
Episode: “Taylor’s Version Pt 1: Gaylors” with Stephanie Burt
Michelle Devereaux
Recent Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellow in Film and TV Studies specializing in Gender and Feminist Studies in Film Philosophy
University of Warwick
Episode: “Love Lies Bleeding” with Michelle Devereaux
Mairi Oliver
Operator of Lighthouse Edinburgh's Radical Bookshop
Lighthouse Books
Episode: “Lighthouse” Queer Space Special with Mairi Oliver
Alvin K. Wong
Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature at the University of Hong Kong
University of Hong Kong
Episode: “Queer Hong Kong” with Alvin K. Wong
Ava L. J. Kim
Assistant Professor of Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies at UC Davis
UC Davis
Episode: “Transitions” with Ava L. J. Kim
Leilah Jane King
Poet and author of two poetry collections.
Polari Press
Episode: “Hungry for Androgyny” LIVE with Leilah Jane King
Alison Bechdel
Comic author and cartoonist known for works such as Fun Home and Dykes to Watch Out For
Episode: “Spent” with Alison Bechdel
Perry Zurn
Philosopher and scholar specializing in trans politics and inclusion in academia.
Author of How We Make Each Other, Trans Life at the Edge of the University
Episode: “Trans Life and Story-Led Theory” with Perry Zurn
Mark King
Head of Design and Special Projects for Queer Britain
Queer Britain
Episode: ListenQueer Launch Special: "Queer Britain" with Mark King

Host

Lena Mattheis
Host and literary studies researcher, focusing on LGBTQIA+ literature and cultural discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Edifying joy

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    atel0000000
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great range of guests and I always learn something new

    This podcast has mostly academic guests and covers a broad range of topics in queer lit. I always learn something new. Thank you Lena Mattheis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lehni R
    Australia4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the educational content and range of guests, noting a consistent learning experience from each episode.
The engagement with diverse topics related to queer literature receives high praise for promoting understanding and awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues.

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#201
United Kingdom/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#109
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Apple Podcasts
#167
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#194
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Apple Podcasts
#196
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“Taylor’s Version Pt 1: Gaylors” with Stephanie Burt
Q: What is Gaylorism?
Gaylorism is the belief that Taylor Swift has secretly had romantic relationships with women, which has created a divide between her fans.
“Taylor’s Version Pt 1: Gaylors” with Stephanie Burt
Q: What drew you to Taylor's music?
Stephanie Burt explains that the effective combination of Taylor's lyrics and music made her analyze why certain songs resonate so strongly with listeners.
“Love Lies Bleeding” with Michelle Devereaux
Q: Can you expand on Jackie's representation in the film?
Michelle discusses how Jackie embodies transgender potential through her physicality and challenges traditional gender norms, creating a fresh perspective in the narrative.
“Love Lies Bleeding” with Michelle Devereaux
Q: What made you interested in writing about Love Lies Bleeding?
Michelle expresses her focus on gender in film, specifically the dynamics between women, and how 'Love Lies Bleeding' presents an opportunity to explore these themes diversely.
“Queer Hong Kong” with Alvin K. Wong
Q: Could you speak about the presumed centrality of Western queer theory?
The chapter critiques Western queer theory's dominance by illustrating how Hong Kong engages with transnational and queerness that emerges from local narratives.

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Exploring LGBTQIA+ literature and culture, this podcast offers insightful conversations between literary studies researcher Lena Mattheis and various experts in queer studies. Episodes cover a range of topics including lesbian literature, inclusive language, gay history, and discussions on trans and non-binary narratives. With each episode diving into critical themes like intersectionality and the portrayal of queer identities in various media, listeners can expect to engage with contemporary issues faced by the LGBTQIA+ community. Unique to this series is its blending of academic discourse with personal stories, making it relevant for both scholars and those new to queer literature.

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2. Michelle Devereaux
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5. Ava L. J. Kim
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