
Referential is hosted by Dr. Khaliden Nas to have serious conversations about frivolous topics!
Each episode takes you on an academically informed deep dive into pop culture and media that never skips out on a stupid joke.
Subscribe & join Dr. Khaliden Nas (and the occasional guest!) as we dive into conversations about identity, representation, Blackness, queerness (and so much more) across the... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Social SciencesTV & FilmScience | |||

Featuring all the guests from our S1 Recaps (Tiffie Starchild, Omar Holmon, Victor Alexander, Miss Sundi, Valentine Smith, Connor Goldsmith, Brett Mannes, Evil Jeff, Matthew Bordenave, Marvin Britt and Jiggly Caliente!)
See you in a few days for the... more
Tangent Episode #13 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!
Ash and I sat down for one final conversation about X-Men ’97! We talk our overall season one X-Men thoughts, our overall podcasting thoughts and answer listener questions. Plus, introducing ... more
Tangent Episode #12 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!
Icons in the room! We’re joined by Brett Mannes and Evil Jeff, hosts of the OG Queer nerd podcast “Comic Book Queers: Legacy”!
We dig into our thoughts and feelings on Episode 10, Season 1 o... more
Prepare for S2 by listening back to our S1 recap discussions with some of your favourite comic book nerds across the internet
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'97 Sessions' (Crossover with Ash Alleyne from 'Ash &' )
We’re joined by actress, drag performer, rapper... more
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Hilarious, engaging and intellectually rigorous!
I love the range of topics this podcasts has. Particularly the thoughts on Bravo/real housewives
I love this show. Both smart and fun.
I love the in depth conversations Dr. Nas has with his guests. Such great food for thought on the media we consume. I always learn something.
Love the variety of topics and the lens in which he discusses them! New faithful listener!
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Concise, academically informed discussions of pop culture and media, anchored by thoughtful analysis of representation, race, sexuality, and identity. Episodes blend rigorous context with humor, covering topics from trans rights and LGBTQ+ culture to film, music, and nostalgia, often featuring guests who bring scholarly or activist perspectives. Noteworthy is the commitment to nuanced dialogue about marginalized communities, with a cheeky, bantering tone that still treats complex topics with care. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want smart cultural critique without sacrificing personality or entertainment.
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Recent guests on Referential include:
1. Derrick Austin
2. Carolynn Bain
3. Casiano Prado
4. Sam Smith
5. Kerry Washington
6. Dr. John Paul Higgins
7. Victor Alexander
8. Sarah Savage
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