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The Conversation

Ben and NiNi
BL Genre
VIBE Awards
Character Development
Ossan's Love
BL Media
Queer Cinema
Burnout
Only Friends
What Did You Eat Yesterday?
I Feel You Linger In the Air
Cooking
Love and Relationships
Homophobia and the Closet
Queer Relationships
GMMTV
Cherry Magic Thailand
Cooking Crush
Age-Gap Romance
Wedding Plan
My School President

The Conversation is a podcast all about Asian BL/GL/QL (and sometimes other queer media), coming at you from a film crit perspective. We swan in every other week-ish to shoot the shit on faves, flops and trends, artistry and industry nerdery, and also crack and simping, because we contain multitudes. NiNi is our editor and producer. Ben is our creative director and content manager. Shan is our ass... more

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Latest Episodes

Our knees hurt and the music is too loud. Ben, NiNi, Shan and friend of the pod Turtles talk Gelboys and Heesu In Class 2.

Episode transcript available here.

00:00 Welcome

00:55 Introduction

08:36 Gelboys: A Portrait of Modern Youth

17:32 Gelboy... more

Prestige TV is gay now! Historical bottom dementia is on the menu as we tackle two different era-spanning toxic romances. Ben, NiNi and friend of the pod Captain Hands talk Interview With the Vampire and Fellow Travelers.

Episode transcript availabl... more

FINALLY SOME GOOD GL. Ben, NiNi and Twig talk Fragrance You Inherit and Fragrance of the First Flower.

Episode transcript available here.

00:00 Welcome

00:55 Introduction

03:16 Fragrance You Inherit

08:34 Fragrance You Inherit: All About the Rel... more

In Part 2 of our Untamed discussion, Ben, NiNi, Shan and Bookworm talk our love for Jiang Cheng, our hatred for Meng Yao/Jin Guangyao, and why we will always hold out hope for more Chinese BL.

Episode transcript available here.

00:00 Welcome

00:55... more

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Recent Guests

Captain Hands
A friend and contributor to the podcast
Not mentioned
Episode: American Toxic Yaoi
Twig T
Fandom old and one of the show's contributors
Episode: DISPATCH! (The Ossan's Love Episode)
Mark Pakin Kuna-anuvit
Most valuable and versatile supporting actor of the year
Episode: The VIIB Awards: Special Class

Hosts

Ben
Creative Director, Content Manager, and co-host with a background in media criticism.
NiNi
Editor and Producer, co-host who brings insights about queer narratives in Asian media.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Intelligent, informative, and fun!!!

    I stumbled upon this podcast when I NEEDED to discuss Moonlight Chicken and had no one IRL who watched it. So glad I did! Nini and Ben are super smart, knowledgeable, and very funny. I learn something with every listen. One suggestion: it would be great if some of the episode titles and/or descriptions contained the names of the shows you’re discussing so when listeners watch something and want to hear your thoughts they can find the right episode easily. Love this podcast and highly recommend!

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    debjcbs
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its intelligent and humorous exploration of queer media, emphasizing the hosts' expertise and engaging discussions.
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Feedback suggests that the content is informative and educational, often leading to deeper understanding of LGBTQ+ representation in Asian media.

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Apple Podcasts
#103
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*Swoon* (The I Feel You Linger In The Air Episode)
Q: What is I Feel You Linger In The Air about?
It is a historical romance set in 1928 Chiang Mai, exploring love across different lives against a backdrop of social and political commentary.
*Swoon* (The I Feel You Linger In The Air Episode)
Q: How'd you feel about this show?
I had a great time at this show. It was so beautiful from beginning to end.

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What is The Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on Asian Boys' Love (BL) and Girls' Love (GL) content, the discussions often touch upon broader queer narratives and cultural insights. The hosts analyze both mainstream hits and lesser-known titles, engaging in lively debates regarding character development, representation, and the impacts of censorship on storytelling. Episodes also explore themes like relationships, emotional complexities, and societal influences, making it a unique resource for listeners interested in the nuances of queer media and its evolution within various cultural contexts. The blend of media critique with personal anecdotes is likely to resonate with audiences who appreciate thoughtful and informed discussions of the intersection between queerness and pop... more

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The Conversation launched 2 years ago and published 63 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Twig T
3. Mark Pakin Kuna-anuvit

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