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Dropcall #10Victor and I sit down with Carolynn Bain! Carolynn is the founder of Brighton's 'Afrori', The UK's only Black owned bookshop specialising in books by Black authors.Afrori recently launched a book drive to sell 1000 books to help keep its doors open. They managed to sell 1500 and are now launching a patreon to help make sure they're here for the long haul!We chat aboutThe History of AfroriBuilding a 'village'The importance of a third space for Brighton's Black community (and their allies)Asking for help vs PrideSupporting independent businessesChanging our habitsShout out to 'Men of Melanin Brighton'Carolynn: "As young men in your 20s"BUY A BOOKJOIN THE PATREONS Recommendations:Carolynn's : 'Kin' (2026) by Tayari JonesVictor’s : 'Black England: The Forgotten Georgian History' (2022) by Gretchen GerzinaKhaliden’s : 'The Day God Saw Me As Black' (2024) by D. Danyelle Thomas___________Join Afrori's patreon!https://www.patreon.com/AfroriBooksYou can also find them on instagram and threads:https://www.threads.com/@afroribookshttps://www.instagram.com/afroribooks/To buy a book + Check for upcoming events + find out how to support on their website!https://afroribooks.co.uk/_____ You can find Victor @ugly_knowws + @roughcopyzine on insta and tiktok!________Subscribe to REFERENTIAL PODCAST's patreon!https://www.patreon.com/ReferentialPodcastKeep up to date with Khaliden and the podcast by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.__________Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.com___________Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!NEXT UP: Xena (& Gabrielle) The Warrior Princess (with Sara Century)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dropcall #9Ashley and Victor came to visit me in my new flat and I decided to record it. Chaos ensues.Topics covered include:Victor hates K-Pop Demon HuntersAshley and Khaliden loved K-Pop Demon HuntersWallace and Gromit is not a children’s filmWe debate if most of American Animation is for children.What’s the state of Western Adult Animation today?Common Side Effects, Blue-Eyed Samurai, PreyDarth Maul, Star Wars VisionsAmerican Samurai is… racistShogun is why white people keep trying be asian Paradise! Quadroons‘ADHD’ by Paris Hilton written by Sia. Pluribus baby Problematicville, Problem Promenade & Cancel-isleX-Men 97 Season 2 Electric Boogaloo Sunspot, Tanspot, Sundodgingspot, Sunscreenspot, SPFspot Doechii say no to more things please Abandoning RuPaul’s Drag Race We don’t support celebrity podcastsLily Allen the British Taylor SwiftRaye’s ‘This Album May Contain Hope’Casiano Prado, Sam Smith and Kerry WashingtonIt’s handled.Recommendations:Victor’s : ‘Girls’ by Princess Nokia Ashley’s : ‘Pretty Idea’ by Amber MarkKhaliden’s : ‘Once Upon a Time…’ by Donna Summer___________Find Victor @roughcopyzine on insta and @roughcopyzinebtn on tiktok!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!___________NEXT UP: Xena (& Gabrielle) The Warrior Princess (with Sara Century)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

New Series!MIXepisodes: Where I'm joined by past guests and new to talk about, what I’ve been, calling their ‘cornerstone album’. We go in depth and track by track on some of our favourite musical projects to break apart what it’s doing, why we love it and why it’s important. On the second chair, I'm joined by Black Fat Femme Podcast's Dr Jonathan Paul Higgins to talk about the album known as the 'Blueprint of Modern R&B', Brandy Norwood's 2002 third full musical release 'Full Moon'.Cited by everyone from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers to Jazmine Sullivan to Beyonce for its influence; this is the album that first garnered Brandy the moniker of the 'Vocal Bible'.'Full Moon' was birthed in collaboration with Brandy Norwood, legendary producer Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins and his songwriting team (that included the likes of Kenisha Pratt, Fred Jerkins & LaShawn Daniels); the album also featured the work of Mike City, Warryn Campbell and Keith Crouch (+ an uncredited Michael Jackson on background) to create its tableau fusion of R&B, Pop, Garage, House and Soul.We get into all that +Dr Jon Paul Higgins!'Black Fat Femme' the podcast/the bookRemembering the world before streamingGiving 'real tea'Shout out to André Leon TalleyShout out to Remy MaBring back 'boomkak'Our beef with Clive DavisBrandy, BraNU, B-Rocka"awoowoo"R&B EnyaBrandy's most difficult vocal albumThe productionsThe riffsThe harmoniesThe 'vocal bible'AaliyahNEW MONICAPatreon!___________Find Dr Jon Paul Higgins @DoctorJonPaul and @blkfatfemmepod on socials!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @roughcopyzine)Additional audio production by LailaSubscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!_____NEXT UP: Xena (& Gabrielle) The Warrior Princess (with Sara Century)______Join the Patreon!https://patreon.com/ReferentialPodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

*'Or why we're skipping Scream 7'Drop Call #8Victor and I did not watch Scream 7 and tell you all about why. Then we talk about our history with the Scream franchiseDistracting yourself.Haden Panitierre’s ScreamJenny McCarthy’s ScreamHeather Graham’s ScreamJennifer Love Hewitt’s Ghost WhispererAisha Tyler’s Bruce Willis BangsThe bear necessitiesNostalgic for nostalgiaFootloose 2: FootlooserOur Charmed sisters ranking Patreon!___________Find Victor @roughcopyzine on insta and @roughcopyzinebtn on tiktok!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!_____NEXT UP: MIX #3: Breaking Down Brandy’s Full Moon’ [2002] (with Dr. Jonathan Paul Higgins from the ‘Black, Fat, Femme’ Pod!)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drop Call #7Victor watched Emerald Fennell’s 'Wuthering Heights' and gives me his review before we unpack Netflix’s new documentary series ‘Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model’ about Tyra Banks and America’s Next Top Model. The controversial reality show that ran from 2003 to 2018 and has been getting reappraised by the TikTok era.Brontë ClassicsTyra Banks The Netflix 'Documentary'Les Moonves and Janet JacksonRuPaul and that twink mediumRita Ora hosted ANTM (?)Fruits of the Oprah treeMiss Jay Alexander, Jay Manuel and Nigel BarkerAccountability and obfuscationShared Complicity "Do you want to play a game?"Remember when Tyra Banks gave that homophobe a beard weave?Guess which Batman villain we decide is Tyra’s alter ego___________Find Victor @roughcopyzine on insta and @roughcopyzinebtn on tiktok!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!_____NEXT UP: MIX #3: Breaking Down Brandy’s Full Moon’ [2002] (with Dr. Jonathan Paul Higgins from the ‘Black, Fat, Femme’ Pod!)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Part 2!It is currently 2026, I initially wanted to put this series out a lot quicker! (Many these conversations I’ve been holding on to for a few months now!) I’ve been feeling a little guilty about the delay, until recently I decided that it’s a good thing. It’s meant I spent a lot of the past year thinking about this one topic. This episode spans 3 different conversations I’ve had this past year about the state of our rights- and what does it look like to stand in pride every day.___________________Chapter 1: Brighton with Sara Savage (Sarah’s Brighton)I sat with Sarah Savage (CEO of Trans Pride Brighton) after this the 2025 event to talk about her experience of the day- and all the things happening behind the scenes that 15k+ attendees never learn about! As well as how Sarah has already begun her emotional preparations for Trans Pride Brighton 2026!!You can follow Sarah Savage on Insta @OhSarahSavagePick up your copy of Sarah Savage’s latest book ‘Jackie Trolling and the Evil Human Rights Commission’ ! https://sarahsavage.ink/product/jackie-trolling-and-the-evil-human-rights-commission-2/You can donate to Trans Pride Brighton https://transpridebrighton.org/keep-trans-pride-brighton-alive-donate-monthly/____________________Chapter 2: Homefront with Dr Sam HallDr. Sam Hall is the former lead clinician at Brighton’s WellBN practice; before stepping down from the role last year amid an NHS investigation into gender-affirming care for under-18s.We discuss the past & future of Brighton’s Trans Health Hub, bodily autonomy, narrative violence; and what to do when when hatred visits to your homeRead more about Dr. Sam Hall and the WellBN Trans Health Hub service and NHS investigation: https://goodlawproject.org/christian-right-targets-brighton-gp-treating-young-trans-people/Donate to the Good Law Project https://goodlawproject.org/donate/____________________Chapter 3: Trans Problem with Phat ProblemPhat Problem is a Brighton based punk band that was scheduled to perform at the Trans Pride Brighton ’25 stage but never made it after member Frankie was arrested for supporting Palestine a little too loudly.I talked to Frankie and the band to get the story of the day and why it was important to them to stand on that stage especially to speak up for Palestine. You can follow Phat Problem on Insta @PhatProblemListen to Phat Problem’s latest on Bandcamp https://phatproblem.bandcamp.com/album/cistem-failureDonate to Southern Gaza relief with The Sameer project https://chuffed.org/project/113222-tent-campaign-the-sameer-project____________________Thank you everyone who contributed their voices to this episode and to the Trans Pride Brighton Committee for another year of pride and protest without compromise!Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted, produced & edited by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Additional audio editing up by Layla SkedaddleVisual production by Victor Alexander (@roughcopyzine on insta!)Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *This episode feature We Shall Not Be Moved by Phat Problem, used with permission from the band*Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!NEXT UP: MIX #3: Breaking Down Brandy’s Full Moon’ [2002] (with Dr. Jonathan Paul Higgins from the ‘Black, Fat, Femme’ Pod!)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"We will not give in. We will not give up. We will not bow. We will not beg. We will not capitulate. We will survive." - Sarah Savage (Trans Pride Brighton CEO)Captured sounds and interviews from Trans Pride Brighton 2025. Trans Pride Brighton was the first Trans Pride event outside of the United States. It is also one of the largest, gathering tens of thoughts of Trans people and allies people in protest and celebration.Volunteer-led and taking no corporate sponsorship, the TPB organisation keeps the punk and rebellious spirit of Pride alive, defiant and uncompromising.Voices in order of appearance (@'s instagram):Act 1 (Morning Rain) [0 - 5.30]Victor (@uglyknees)Khaliden (@alsopurp)Glow Choir (@glow.choir)Alfie (@alfiesheppard)Laila (@serendipilayher)Bosun (@bosunburaimoh)Ed (@edviney)Tom B. (@tom.jan)Alice (@visualfeastetc)Sarah Savage (@ohsarahsavage)Act 2 (March/Speeches)[5.30 - 28.30]Sarah Savage (@ohsarahsavage)Proud Wellness (@proudwellness)Mikey (@mikey_caleb89)DaveBosunMatthew (@nationaleducationunion)LeoECP (@ecp_org)Olivia Campbell Cavendish (@translegalclinic)Sarah SavageAct 3 (Stages)[28.31 - 46.58]Charlie Allen (@charlieallen.music)Max DobsonClaireZascha (@pennypounddrag)Just Like Us (@justlikeus)Radical Rhizomes (@radicalrhizomesuk)Industrial Workers of the World (@Industrialworkersoftheworld)Terrance Higgins Trust Brighton (@thtbrightonandhove)Act 4 (Kate Nash/Backstage)[46.58 - 1.01.13]Mizz Kimberly (@Mzzkimberly)Kate Nash interview [53.27 - 1.01.13]Act 5 (Afterparty[s])[1.01.14 - 1.23.21]Prince of Persia (@theprinceofp3rsia)Lilya (@asti.pumantini)Bin Fingered (@binfingered)Wesley (@fanciful_chaos)Misha (@mx_misha)Act 6 (Outro)[1.23.22 - 1.25.19]Victor (@uglyknees)Khaliden (@alsopurp)Glow Choir (@glow.choir)Thank you everyone who contributed their voices to this episode and to the Trans Pride Brighton Committee for another year of pride and protest without compromise.Find resources and more about Trans Pride Brighton at https://linktr.ee/transpridebrightonMake a donation at https://transpridebrighton.org/donate/Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted, produced & edited by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Video production by Victor Alexander (Check out his film video essays @Clevvergirl on tiktok!)Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drop Call #6Victor and I try to make sense of why 2026 is starting with all the queers getting ‘cancelled’. “Cancellation”Memetic Pile OnsGinger Minj Vs The WorldEscape from Gag CityBowen Yang and Matt RogersDylan Mulvaney Professor Mel CurthHeated Rivalry (again again)The gays in the bubbleGotmik and Violet Chachki and Marilyn MansonLindsay Ellis and Victor Vs Raya the Last DragonContrapointsFujoshis Vs KhalidenGreg Rucka___________Find Victor @roughcopyzine on insta and @roughcopyzinebtn on tiktok!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!_____NEXT UP: Trans Pride Brighton '25 (with Dr. Sam Hall, Phat Problem & Sarah Savage) (Pt 2)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Video available to view on the Spotify app or YouTube _________'The Imperial Sessions Part 2' Conversations on Fascism & Media / Video Episode 5Vid version updates on Youtube + Spotify some weeks after initial audio-only release. Ancient Hatreds (Or New Antisemitism, and the Left’s ‘Muslim Problem’ with Dr. Jonathan Galton)In Part 2 of The Imperial Sessions series I'm joined by Dr. Jonathan Galton to talk about his upcoming book 'Does Islamo-Leftism exist? British-Left-Muslim connections beyond the caricatures'. Jonathan shared with me a chapter titled 'Is the Left antisemitic?' and that spurred us to record a conversation unpacking his research and reflecting on what it all means in this current moment. We talkHistories of Antisemitism, Anti-Zionism and 'New Antisemitism'Palestine as a 'Left wing' cause'Islamo-leftism'The UK Left's 'Muslim problem'The UK Left and AntisemitismConflation as an active practiceSelf contextualisingAn Arab in the WestPositionality and abandoning 'outsider research''Unholy alliance' narrativesDehumanisationZohran Mamdani, Brad Lander and Stephen ColbertIslamophobia and the LeftCentring the research subjectThe centring of Israel in discussions about Jewish identityRise of Judaeo-Christian unityOl' RhodesiaWe are the quotaThe re-branding of Palestinian resistanceThe 'coalition of the willing'Joe Biden *sigh*'Middle-classification''Political Blackness''Islamist cranks'You should listen to The Trojan Horse Affair."We're all we got".__________If you'd like to donate to a credible organisation seeking to help the people of Gaza here are a few I'd recommend:Support QT Palestinians and the First QTM helpline: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTk5ODA1The Sameer Project : https://linktr.ee/thesameerprojectAl-Jawad Camp's donation links can be found on their Instagram bio: https://www.instagram.com/jawadcamp1The Rammun Foundation: https://rammunfoundation.org/__________CHAPTERS0:00 Intro9:42 Introductory chat20:51 Introduction to Jonathan’s current research on "Islamo-Leftism"narratives35:20 Overview of Jonathan’s book chapter dissecting tropes of "Left/Muslim antisemitism"39:09 History of British Jews and the Labour Party's shifting relationship to Israel ("Jewish entry into whiteness", impact of holocaust, "Judaeo-Bolshevik",'"Judaeo-Christian"49:00 Shifting modes of antisemitism in the 18th century ("emancipation of Jewry") and 20th century (the "new antisemitism")56:00 Anti-capitalism, antisemitism and anti-Arab sentiment in the1970s and beyond1:02:33 Alaska sits Jonathan’s my lap1:02:30 Antisemitism in Islamic contexts (historical and contemporary) and the myth of "ancient hatred"1:07:28 The Labour Party "antisemitism" crisis; blurring of anti-Zionism and antisemitism (real and imagined)1:20:50 Palestine marches and accusations of antisemitism and Islamo-Leftism1:31:20 Gaza as an electoral issue1:40:50 Final thoughtshttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7emSDa7IMxIgAU2vZv4xPr__________You can download Jonathan's monograph 'Fake Gods and False History: Being Indian in a contested Mumbai neighbourhood' for FREE here:https://uclpress.co.uk/book/fake-gods-and-false-history/+ check out his latest album All The Years: https://open.spotify.com/album/2idFSAr6PRYW4xW9syTyN1?si=Uw7f0OBjRwarGLW4BJWDiwSend an email to [email protected]  if you have any thoughts on a past episode you'd like featured in a future episode!You can find Dr. Jonathan Galton on twitter @JonathanGalton.Keep up to date with the podcast by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Additional editing assistance by Laila. Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Find our video essays on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@referentialpMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening!Remember to leave the pod a 5* rating and review to help other people find the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

RE-RELEASEA lot of you joined us since the first days of the pod so I figured I'd re-up the first ever test episode of REFERENTIAL recorded with the one and only Miss Sundi for those of you who mixed it!Give it a listen and REFERENTIAL will be back with you proper in a few days!----------Tangent Episode #1***Apologies for the audio quality! It's not too bad but we were still learning. Miss Sundi will be back on the pod soon with the mic their voice deserves!**'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editingExpect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Miss Sundi and I sit down to talk about and queerness in the mainstream, baby gays and how we're imagining queer futures.+ Find out how we also fit the following in:Troye Sivan & Sam SmithQueer JoyPost-EmpowermentCritiquing with empathyIdina Menzel is a 'Beast'Queer male bodiesLatinx MadonnaPride partiesJanet Jackson moaningQueer utopiasMoeshaQueerness & palatabilityRemember when Adele was dressed like Jamaica?And more!If you like homework, or looking for a recommendation list you can find the 'Citation Page' for this episode on the website www.alsopurple.com. You'll find all the books, shows and pods referenced in this conversation.Find Miss Sundi at sundi.in.the.park on Instagram and & @MJSundi elsewhere.Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. More at www.alsopurple.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drop Call #5Victor and I review Pillion and catch up on all the gay media that's been hitting 'the discourse'SPOILERSPillionDudley in the closetHeated Rivalry (again)Fujoshis Vs Jordan FirstmanGay v Queer mediaRotting in the SunAMC's Anne Rice's Interview With the VampirePaper Bag GirlsI Love LADrag RaceSusan Sontag Camp SexyHenry?Phantom Thread________Directed by Harry Lighton, Pillion is a coming of age film about a timid young gay man named Colin (Harry Melling) who enters into a BDSM relationship with Ray (Alexander Skarsgard), an enigmatic and handsome biker ________Find Victor @ugly_knees on insta!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!_____NEXT UP: Trans Pride Brighton '25 (with Dr. Sam Hall, Phat Problem & Sarah Savage) (Pt 2)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drop Call #4Victor and I were convinced by the gay internet to watch Heated Rivalry. Listen try to us process the experienceCockyHockeyBoysYuri in OttowaWestern BLDemon Twink MediaSubs and Doms and stereotypesAnalYaoiHeartstoppers, Fellow Travellers, Red, White & Royal Blue, Queer As FolkNoah's ArcDouble speed scaleQueer v GayThe homonormative (?)____Heated Rivalry is a Canadian sports romance television series created, written and directed by Jacob Tierney for Crave. Based on Rachel Reid's Game Changers novel series, it follows two rival professional hockey players, Canadian Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and RussianIlya Rozanov (Connor Storrie), whose on-ice animosity conceals a passionate, secret romance.________Find Victor @ugly_knees on insta!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.comThank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!_____NEXT UP: Trans Pride Brighton '25 (with Dr. Sam Hall, Phat Problem & Sarah Savage) (Pt 2)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drop Call #3Ash and I got together to interview Alexander Pavlis the writer and creator of the indie series 'The Cages'. We talk about the work that went into making S1 and the kickstarter for S2!_________THE CAGES is a passion project created from the love of superpowered action and queer drama. Written and created by Alexander Pavlis, featuring art by CJ Camba, Olivia Ratkins, Seye Sanyaolu, Karen Charm, Addriano Divino and Leonardo Cino; and lettered by Danny Djeljosevic!The StoryFor the people of State 16, life is spent inside a walled city, governed by a mysterious AI company that tells them it's for their own good. There's no way out, except for [THE CAGES] --a massive, televised event in which robots and enhanced humans clash for the opportunity at recruitment into State 16's military force and a chance to see beyond the walls. One team of recruits, determined to go the distance, might discover along the way that the price for victory might be higher than they can pay._________You can help fund Season 2 by supporting the team on Kickstarter!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecages/the-cages-season-2-battle-roundFind Alexander and more about the project @al_pavlis on socials__________Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted, produced & edited by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Video production by Victor Alexander (Check out his film video essays @Clevvergirl on tiktok!)Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!NEXT UP: Trans Pride Brighton '25 (with Dr. Sam Hall, Phat Problem & Sarah Savage) (Pt 2)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PART 2!(slight Act 2 spoilers from 54:15 to 57:11)Tangent episode #17REFERENTIAL rings in the new year with a 2 parter on the latest film adaptation of Act 1 of Wicked! Welcome back to the ‘Session of The Witch’!I’m joined by returning guest Miss Sundi to talk about the 20 year history Wicked the musical and its most recent film adaptation! Directed by Jon M. Chu,  ‘Wicked: Part 1’ is a film adaptation starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. The original musical featured music and lyrics by Stephan Schwartz, book by Winnie Holzman and starred Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth. The musical itself was an adaptation of Gregory Macguire’s 1995 revisionist retelling of L. Frank Baum’s Wicked Witch of the West character (renamed Elphaba in tribute) from 1900’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz children’s novel. [Part 1- 'The Music' We recap of the story of Act 1 + a music commentary delving into the music of the musical track by track and note by note!]Part 2 - 'The Movie' A conversation about the history of the book, the shows musical origins and more of our thoughts on the recent film adaptation!+A 120 year 'Ozian' history - from book, to musical, to movie)InterpretationColour gradingVocalists.The war on terrorAvengers level talent - A vocally demanding musicalA roll call of musical titans who played Glinda and/Or Elphaba including: Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, Nikki Bentley, Rachel Tucker, Annaliegh Ashford, Brittney Johnson, Louise Dearman, Shoshanna Bean, Megan Hilty, Eden Espinosa, Alice Fern, Kerry Ellis, Jessica Vosk (...)Holding space in queer mediaCGI animals and zoology girliesBlack ElphabaRudityPractical effectsJanet Jackson's turn as AidaLesbiansThe racialisation of ElphabaThe racialisation of GlindaYuhThe 'G' slurAct 1 vs Act 2 - soft spoilersGive us Hadestown the adaptationJill ScottBOQ___ This one is for the musical nerds who found themselves awake at 2 am listening to Elphaba and Glinda high note compilations.___Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com Follow me @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Thank you for listening! Leave the pod a rating to help other people find the showAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PART 1!REFERENTIAL rings in the new year with a 2 parter on the latest film adaptation of Act 1 of Wicked!Welcome back to the ‘Session of The Witch’![an ongoing miniseries of episodes diving into the resurgence of witches in pop culture fiction and their thematic relationship to this moment in feminism, womanhood, queerness, misogynoir (and musicals!]I’m joined by returning guest Miss Sundi to talk about the 20 year history Wicked the musical and its most recent film adaptation! Directed by Jon M. Chu, ‘Wicked: Part 1’ is a film adaptation starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda..The original musical featured music and lyrics by Stephan Schwartz, book by Winnie Holzman and starred Idina Menzel as Elphaba and Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda. The musical itself was an adaptation of Gregory Macguire’s 1995 revisionist retelling of L. Frank Baum’s Wicked Witch of the West character (renamed Elphaba in tribute) from 1900’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz children’s novel. Part 1 - 'The Music'We recap of the story of Act 1 + a music commentary delving into the music of the musical track by track and note by note!+A recapMother SchwartzThe Glinda and Elphaba binaryMotifsGlinda's double speakOptional notesMaking GoodJonathan Bailey is thrivingBack phrasingHigh stamina 'I want' songsLARSharon D. ClarkeFresher's week at ShizThe Mics are onNessa Um NessaMadame Morrible's DBSMen singingSopranos and BeltersBALLGOWN!Mindful riffingLesbianismColours('Colors')Musical Lesbianism[Part 2 - 'The Movie'A conversation about the history of the book, the shows musical origins and more of our thoughts on the recent film adaptation.]___This one is for the musical nerds who found themselves awake at 2 am listening to Elphaba and Glinda high note compilations.___Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com Follow me @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Thank you for listening! Leave the pod a rating to help other people find the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drop Call #2Victor and I have been diligently working on the next episode! In the mean time I decided to pull out my recorder to capture what we talk about in between bursts of productivity and share it as a 'Drop Call' episode!Two queers unite for a first of its kind groundbreaking neverdonebefore conversation about pop stars and pop music.Listen!Lady GagaSabrina CarpenterKaty PerryTaylor SwiftKelly RowlandThe ghost of Mary J BligeAshantiJennifer LopezAmy/Adele/DuffyCity GirlsKim PetrasDula PeepLil Nas XArianaChase IconBruno MarsJamie FoxxAnastasiaRita OraCheryl ColeGwen StefaniLana Del ReyGirls AloudSugababesBrandyDolly PartonJojo (a)Jojo (b)Poppers musicGay songs for straight girlsLet us know if you want more of these kinds of chats with a comment on socials or Spotify!_____Find Victor @ugly_knees on insta!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.com-------NEXT EP:Trans Pride Brighton 2025 (Parts 1 & 2) (Featuring Kate Nash, Sarah Savage, and more..)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Trying something new!A very lightly edited conversation catching up with my friend Ash Alleyne (host of X of Words!)PoddingCooking vs burn outEasing back inComing up next on X of Words!Coming up next on REFERENTIAL!Let us know if you want more of these kinds of chats with a comment on socials or Spotify!_____Find Ash on all socials @Vanthefirst and @xofwords on all socials!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page!https://youtube.com/@referentialpodMore at www.alsopurple.com-------NEXT EP:Trans Pride Brighton 2025 (Parts 1 & 2) (Featuring Kate Nash, Sarah Savage, and more..)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

*All profits from this limited merch run will be donated to Trans Pride Brighton*Pre-Order a VALENTINE SMITH X REFERENTIAL 'LW/RF' T-Shirt or Print!Limited run, available to order until the 14th of August 2025. Shipping out August 15th. T-Shirts!https://everpress.com/profile/alsopurpPrints!https://www.inprnt.com/profile/alsopurp/Valentine's shop:https://www.inprnt.com/gallery/valentinesmith/Find more at www.alsopurple.com*All profits from this limited merch run will be donated to Trans Pride Brighton*_______This Valentine M. Smith design was commissioned in collaboration with Dr. Khaliden Nas and REFERENTIAL Podcast to raise funds in the lead to Trans Pride Brighton's 12th year and contribute to the continued and necessary existence of this vital event in an increasingly hostile culture in the United Kingdom.You can find out more about Trans Pride Brighton's activities at the link below:https://transpridebrighton.org/about/Donate directly at:https://transpridebrighton.org/keep-trans-pride-brighton-alive-donate-monthly/NEXT EP:Trans Pride Brighton 2025 (Parts 1 & 2) (Featuring Kate Nash, Sarah Savage, and more..)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Video episode 4Vid version available to view on the Spotify app or link below to watch the YouTube version https://youtu.be/K6Oh0AgeLaw For this video episode I'm joined by first time guest Shannon Miller (OG Nerd of Prey!!) to talk about the theme of Black Girlhood and Coming of Age in media.Shannon Miller is a cultural commentator and writer who you might know from her work as the previous Managing Editor at Adweek, the former News Editor and writer at the A.V. Club, or her many bylines from throughout the web!Our conversation spanned Black film, TV, characters and celebrity from Michaela Cole's Chewing Gum to Jodie Landon (Daria) and Megan Thee Stallion.+ Find out how we also fit the following in:AdultificationDepiction of Black girls and femmes in mediaRealities of Black girls and femmesComing of age narratives in mediaThe current state of Black televisionThe erosion of physical media and Black TV cancellationsJudging art by quality vs utilityEmpathy as an active processEscapismSteven UniverseBlack girl magicToxic ExcellenceI Don't Know Him.Daria, Chewing Gum, Living Single, How To Die Alone, Heartstoppers, Harlem, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Moesha, Insecure, Awkward Black Girl, On My BlockWanting good things for Natasha RothwellTransitional periodsIssa RaeMegan Thee StallionCardi B, take me out of the group chatMichaela CoelSNIPERBuy Black!*apologies for audio issues on my end in the first 18ish minutes of the conversation, it fixes it self from that point onwards!*Find Shannon Miller @shannonlmiller on all Bluesky, @shannon_lmiller and listen to more of her pop culture thoughts @PopDishKitchen on TikTok and Instagram.Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Original podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video Production by Victor Alexander (@Ugly_knees on insta and @clevvergirl on Tiktok)Subscribe to our Youtube Page! : https://www.youtube.com/@referentialpMore at www.alsopurple.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #2*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Happy Holidays!Commuting? Looking for a reason to escape family for a few minutes? Bored because you don't celebrate anything but everything has shut down for 4 days?Distract yourself with these 2 minutes minutes of Ash and I almost ending our friendship because of a weather disagreement. Are you Team Ash or Team Khaliden on this one?If you like homework, or looking for a recommendation list you can find the notes or 'Citation Page' for Episode 1 on my websitehttps://www.alsopurple.com/referential1You'll find all the books, shows and pods referenced.Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date by following me @AlsoPurp on all socials.And subscribe on YouTube for each episode's visuals! https://youtube.com/@referentialp?si=SZ7W-OkVwfSMjWNxMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. More at www.alsopurple.comIf you haven't already, please leave a 5 star rating and review to help more people find this podcast! I'll see you back here for a full episode next month. In the meantime, happy holidays!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Finished the full Lady Gaga v Niamos MIX I started as a jingle in the 1st 'Imperial Session' Ep about 'Andor' & the Star Wars franchise.I decided to title it "Judas in Jedha" and share as a bonus. Enjoy!New episode in your feeds next week - see you then!Check out Project Fulcrum!https://www.getfreetogether.org/project-fulcrumOriginal song credits:'NIAMOS!' originally composed by Nicholas Britell and later mixed by S2 composer Brandon Roberts and released titled 'Brasso' and later as 'The Chandrilian Club Mix'. 'Judas' was written and produced by Stefani 'Lady Gaga' Germanotta and Nadir 'RedOne' Khyat.'Government Hooker' was written and produced by Stefani 'Lady Gaga' Germanotta, Paul 'DJ White Shadow' Blair, Fernando Garibay and with additional production by DJ Snake.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #21 'The Imperial Sessions' Conversations on Fascism & MediaNew recurring series alert! And to kick off these series of conversations about Fascism in media I'm joined by returning guest (and my X-Men '97 Sessions Co-host) X of Words' Ash Alleyne to cover Lucasfilms' latest instalment to the Star Wars Saga and franchise: 'Andor'.Created by Tony Gilroy, it is a prequel to the film Rogue One (2016) following thief-turned-rebel spy Cassian Andor during the formative five years that lead to the events of the film. The show stars Diego Luna, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona, Stellan Skarsgard, Genevieve O'Reilly and Denise Gough.If you're less familiar with the nuances of the Star Wars saga + haven't watched Andor Season 2 we kept the conversation spoiler free and relatively beginner friendly so don't hesitate to hit play!+ Find out how we fit the following inFascism in storytelling and fictionRevolutionary stories by Corporate entitiesHow we discuss stories 'relevant to our times'Dissonance"Star Wars for Adults"The different strains of Star WarsThe perfect fantasy weaponManufactured catharsisThe mundanity of fascismRebels, revolutionaries and terroristsImperialism, colonialism & The EmpireThe AcolyteAndorMononymousShout out to Rachel ZeglerDemocracy LATERSpace MiamiWhy I hate sandJudas in JedhaLuther, Maarva and MonAsh vs Khaliden (continued)LIES! DECEPTIONS!No but really, why is everyone wearing a kimono?Check out Project Fulcrum!https://www.getfreetogether.org/project-fulcrumSend an email on [email protected] if you want us to come back to cover S2 in depth!Follow us on YouTube by searching REFERENTIAL Podcast for video episodes!Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Episode podcast cover by Valentine Smith, further visual editing by Victor Alexander.Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com Follow me @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Thank you for listening!Remember to leave the pod a 5* rating to help other people find the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

While I’m in the edit cave prepping the next episode here’s a treat for the feed. Return of friends of the pod Allison and Joe from Queer Cinema Catch Up!Alison and Joe asked me to come on their podcast to talk about Lady Gaga’s latest album Mayhem! Tune in to hear us dig into this current moment in pop music and diva worship!Make sure to check back in a few days for REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episode examining the theme of Black Girlhood in media with critic and writer Shannon Miller!Queer Cinema Catchup is independently produced by Allison Theveny and Joe Murphy.*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *__________________________________________________________In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison are once again joined by Dr. Khaliden Nas of the Referential podcast to review Lady Gaga's latest album, 'Mayhem.' Together, they discuss Gaga's evolution as an artist; reflect on their personal relationships to her music; and complete a track-by-track analysis.00:00 Welcome to the Queer Cinema Catchup and Referential Collab01:10 Personal Histories with Lady Gaga03:42 Lady Gaga's Evolution and Public Persona08:31 Reactions to Born This Way17:40 Theatre Kid Roots and Artistry20:04 Expectations for the New Album35:12 Madonna's Influence and Pop Culture Shifts36:10 Album Review: Mayhem's Chaotic Intentionality36:57 Fan Feedback and Emotional Themes37:35 Comparing Albums: Fame Monster vs. Mayhem39:32 The Pressure of Reinvention in Pop Music42:10 Success Anxiety and Artistic Authenticity50:15 Track-by-Track Breakdown: Disease & Abracadabra53:39 Garden of Eden and Perfect Celebrity57:50 Vanish into You & Killah01:01:20 Zombie Boy & Gwen Stefani01:03:1 Love Drug01:06:40 Taylor Swift and 80s Influence in How Bad Do U Want Me01:08:12 Diverse Songwriting Styles01:10:13 Emotional Ballads (Blade of Grass) and Personal Stories01:21:11 Final Thoughts and Final ReviewAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

While I’m in the edit cave prepping the next episode here’s a treat for the feed. Return of the podcast cousin Sara Century!Some time ago I was asked the host of Best Issue Ever Podcast to join her for a discussion and I chose Wonder Woman Vol. 2 #20 (by George Perez, Bob McLeod, Carl Gafford, John Costanza, and edited by Karen Berger) as the comics I wanted to talk about the most #BringBackMyndiMayerSara Century also has a new zine now available for preorder! You can get your digital or physical copy of ‘My Heart Bleeds with Yours: Writings on Lesbian Vampires by Sara Century’ at saracentury.gumroad.com! And while you’re there make sure to also check out her other work and support at ko-fi.com/saracenturypodcasts or patreon.com/saracenturypodcasts.REFERENTIAL will be back on your feeds in a week with a brand new episode exploring the theme of ‘Black Girlhood in media’ with Shannon Miller (aka PopDishKitchen). Back in your ears soon!BEST ISSUE EVER is independently produced and hosted by Sara Century. ____________________________________________REFERENTIALHosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Additional editing assistance by Laila. Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com Follow me @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Thank you for listening! Leave the pod a rating to help other people find the showAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent episode #18Crossover!I got together with Elana Levin from Graphic Policy Radio to talk through our feelings about the current state of the X-Men franchise in the comics. A conversation in two parts!First we sat down to talk about the Fall of X and the end of the X-Men & Marvel's 'First Krakoan Age'. Then we came back to the mic to talk about the state of the X-Office today and the relaunched slate of X-Men comics under the 'From The Ashes' banner. Tune in!+Fall of XFrom the Ashes (Starts at 47:46)Kieron Gillen’s Immortal X-Men, X-Men: Forever & Rise of the Powers of XGerry Duggan’s Fall of the House of X, Hellfire Gala 3, Invincible Iron Man & Uncanny AvengersAl Ewing’s Resurrection of Magneto & X-Men: RedSi Spurrier’s X-Men Blue: OriginsJonathan HickmanGail Simone’s Uncanny X-MenJed McKay’s X-MenJackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly’s NYXEve L. Ewing’s Exceptional X-MenLucas WerneckR.B. SilvaAdam KubertLuciano VecchioPepe LarrazMatteo LolliSolos!“My name is Alex.”Democracy in the 2nd Krakoan AgeThe End of Hope SummersRemembering UtopiaKate Pryde and the gatesRemembering Dr. Moira MacTaggartAssimilation Or Unity#XSpoilers and fandomRead comics, its good for your skinOne more time, Krakoans. For the children!Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Additional editing assistance by Laila. Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Episode podcast cover by Valentine Smith/Fall of X promotional art by Mark Brooks & Richard Isanove Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com Follow me @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Thank you for listening! Leave the pod a rating to help other people find the showAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent episode #16 REFERENTIAL enters the ‘Session of The Witch’ with a special series of episodes diving into the resurgence of witches in pop culture fiction and their ties to this moment in feminism, womanhood, queerness, misogynoir (and musicals!).To start us off, I’m joined by host of Best Issue Ever’s Sara Century to talk the MCU’s latest instalment Agatha All Along! Created by Jac Schaeffer and starring Kathryn Hahn, Joe Locke, Aubrey Plaza, Sasheer Zamata, Ali Ahn, Patti LuPone and Debra Joe Rupp. Agatha All Along continues Agatha Harkness’ story from Wandavision and gives us a glimpse into her ambiguous past. Listen to our thoughts on the series + find out how we fit the following in the conversationIt works for Sarah PaulsonCrushing on Kate Winslet Patti LuPilledJustice for AliceDeathThe Current State of the MCUMessy Morality I was fallingThe first openly gay serial killerWe’re the weirdoes misterRegressive adaptations Jennifer Kale did what she had to doFemme supersTentsAmbiguity RIP Mrs HartFind Sara Century @saracentury on InstagramGet Sara’s Scream zine! http://saracentury.gumroad.comFind out more her work and podcasting at https://saracentury.com and subscribe to Best Issue Ever everywhere you get your podcasts!Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com Follow me @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Thank you for listening! Leave the pod a rating to help other people find the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent #15 Josie and the Pussycats (Crossover)I’m joined on this episode by hosts of the Queer Cinema Catch Up Podcast Allison and Joe!We get into 2001’s Josie and the Pussycats, directed by Harry Elfont and Deborah Kaplan and starring Rachel Leigh Cook, Tara Reid, Rosario Dawson, Alan Cumming, Missy Pyle and Parker Posey.The film was a commercial and critical failure that turned into a cult classic in the years since its release. We sit down to reappraise the biting satire and think about what it was trying to do in the context of today!+ Find out how we fit the following in the conversationNostalgiaPredicting pop-punkThe mainstreaming of punk musicRockism vs PoptimismDicks the MusicalAuthenticity in the age ofPop’s teen queens and sexuality Innuendo bopsParker Posey as Elon MuskAn ode to Missi PyleFind Joe and Allison on instagram @Queer_Cinema_Catchup and on their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@QueerCinemaCatchup And make sure to check out their podcast!Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *If you liked this episode, help other people find the podcasts! Share, tell a friend, and remember to leave a rating and review!Thank you for listening!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent episode #14 'The Vampire Sessions'I’m joined on this episode by award-winning poet and vampire aficionado Derrick Austin!We delve into the most recent adaptation of Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles, AMC’s Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire (Starring Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid, Bailey Bass, Eric Bogosian & Assad Zaman)This conversation also includes our thoughts on the original book [Book 1 of The Vampire Chronicles] and the 1994 film adaptation of the story (Directed by Neil Jordan and starring Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt & Kirsten Dunst)[spoilers all!]+ Find out how we fit the following inEarly 90s straight-washing Race-blind casting vs adding to the narrativeRepressed desire and the glass closetThe existential terrors of being alive‘Demonic White Daddies’Queer hierarchies of privilege Mentorship and inter-community conflictAbusive relationshipsSelfishness & the toxicity of ‘queer families’‘Containing’ ClaudiaIn defence of Armand The glass closets and taking queerness outsideDe-centring whiteness in queer narrativesClinton-era ‘radicalism’ todayCreole Lady MarmaladeFantasies of carefree existence Rabid fanbasesThis is a story about control.Find Derrick on all socials @ParadiseLAust and more about him & his writing here: https://linktr.ee/DerrickAustinKeep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted and produced by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.All videos edited by Victor Alexander.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Find out more about REFERENTIAL’s upcoming episodes on www.alsopurple.com/citations*'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *If you liked this episode, help other people find the podcasts! Share, tell a friend, and remember to leave a five star rating and review to help people find us!Thank you for listening!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

(Preserving Pride Part 1)Trying something a little different and introducing a new format...I started working on this after being advised to stay in doors because the streets we’d marched on were now being threatened by rioters who feel anyone Brown, Black or different doesn’t belong. Trans Pride Brighton was the first Trans Pride event outside of the United States. It is also one of the largest, gathering 45,000 people in 2024 in protest and celebration. Grass-roots and community-led, the TPB organisation is run by a team of volunteers who deliver an event that has only grown more vital since its establishment in 2013.Trans Pride Brighton is where people gather in action to share their intention for the world to be better for them and each other.Press play and join the march.. Featured voices in order of appearance Khaliden NasSarah SavageAlMzz KimberlyRuth from SolFed (Brighton Solidarity Foundation)OliBosunV from the ECP (English Collective of Prostitutes)Victor Alexander from the Trans Pride Brighton CommitteeCass From the Trans Pride Brighton Committee Traveller PrideAlaska NasThank you everyone who contributed their voices to this episode and to the Trans Pride Brighton Committee for another year of pride and protest without compromise.Find resources and more about Trans Pride Brighton at https://linktr.ee/transpridebrightonMake a donation at https://transpridebrighton.org/donate/Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced & edited by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Videos by Victor Alexander (Check out his film video essays @Clevvergirl on tiktok!)Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Video episode 3Back to regular programming![Part 1 of a series.]Have you ever heard the term 'digital blackface'? The Real Housewives franchise has spawned a million gifs and opinions; all asking if this is how 'we'' should be represented- and what these shows mean for the community. For our third main episode we decided to examine that statement through a discussion about Bravo's Black led Real Housewives franchise (with some thoughts on the other casts sprinkled in). Do these shows reduce Black women to something problematic for mass entertainment? Or is it us who do that work because of our hang ups?I’m joined by screenwriter, social media producer and classically trained musician (?!) Lauren Warren (Nerd of Prey!)(Caw!!)(most recently a finalist in the ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition) to talk all about Bravo's Real Housewives franchise.We cover Real Housewives of Atlanta [RHOA] and Real Housewives of Potomac [RHOP], with thoughts on some of the other casts sprinkled throughout (Orange County, New York, New Jersey, DC, Salt Lake City and Vancouver).Listen to us think about existing as a Black woman in public, failing in public, respectability and the weight of representation+ Find out how we also fit the following into the discussionSecret lesbians, queerness, panic and RHOAKim, whiteness and power in early RHOACorporate activism as a commercial exerciseColorism, and RHOPThe collapse of polite fiction, pretence and reality in publicShout out to The Nerds of Prey!Mash Ups and RemixesAlaska the cat attacksPocket gaysDouble standards The reality reckoning Reality vs DocumentaryNene Leakes you will always be famousBravo’s Flop eraExistingIf you like homework, or looking for a recommendation list you can find the 'Citation Page' for this episode on my website, available from the first Sunday after the episode is up! !https://www.alsopurple.com/citation-cornerYou'll find all the quotes, books, tv, and pods referenced and recommender in this conversation.Find Lauren Warren @TheValidVictorian on Instagram and @IamLaurenP2 on Twitter all the socials!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Produced and hosted by Dr. Khaliden Nas.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Video production by Victor Alexander (Find more on the REFERENTIAL Youtube page!)Find out what I’m up to at www.alsopurple.comDon’t forget to leave a 5 star rating and review to help people find the podcast!Thank you for listening!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 ‘The Mix’, a new segment with a line up of heavy hitters jumping on the third chair to share their thoughts on the season overall. Featuring:Thee Miss Sundi!Screenwriter Lauren Warren!Graphic Policy’s Elana Levin!CEREBRO’S Connor Goldsmith!Victor A & Tom B!Comic writer and icon Stephanie Williams!X-Men '97 assistant director Matthew Bordenave!X-Men '97 storyboard artist Marvin Britt!And the elusive Chris Williams!One last time, for the children...Dig in!We’ve been alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and  IMMORTAL X OF WORDS to catch up!Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *If you liked this episode, help other people find the podcasts! Share, tell a friend, and remember to leave a rating and review!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 of X-Men '97 - the Season One finale:‘Tolerance is Extinction - Part 2’.Come listen to us dig into this episode and find out how we also fit the following in. Nerd podcasting in the Pre-Krakoa boom, pre-Serial. Ash reveals his American heritageDon’t put Evil in a room with a Jean and a gunCAWBastion chokes a lot of womenBastion threw the first brick at StonewallOppression 101Steven Universe monologues vs Punching fascistsSinister is the oldest Twink in the clubAsh v Khaliden. Continued.Call Me By Your FaceA moment of appreciation for Jiz, may she never be forgottenWhy are you down there?!The actors nightmareSerialised television and event TVThe return of a now regular segment!ClenchingStorm in this season’s narrativeStorm/Morph/Beast and the most visibly marginalised mutantsMake sure to subscribe to IMMORTAL X OF WORDS and stay tuned for a special mailbag episode closing to close out the crossover!Find Comic Books Queers: Legacy on instagram @Comicbookqueers!Find Brett Mannes @Brettmannes on Instagram!Find Evil Jeff @EvilJeff on Instagram!Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Edited and Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Help other people find the podcasts, share and remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent #11 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!We’re joined by actress, drag performer, rapper, activist and nerd Bianca Castro aka Jiggly Caliente! (Drag Race Philippines judge, Pose, Rupaul's Drag Race Season 4, All Stars 6, co-host of Translations!) to talk through all our feelings on X-Men '97 Episode 9, Season 1 ‘Tolerance is Extinction - Part 2’.Come listen to us dig into this episode with an icon in the room!+X-Men '97 as that one ex you keep coming back toJiggly Caliente's history with the X-MenComics as a young immigrants' teacherVeronica Lodge with superpowersSocial ParallelsDiscrediting revolutionary ideasSisterhood, adaptation, Jean Grey & Ororo Storm MunroeJean gets her Naruto onI try to get Ash and Jiggly to fightThe return of a regular segmentCan Storm do something again please?Marvel Vs CapcomSitting on Lilandra's eggsShut up CharlesBonding over violenceQueers against assimilationFatal (attractions) MattersXavier's not like usXopXopXopXopXopThe return of the cosmic chickenWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe to IMMORTAL X OF WORDS and we’ll see you back on REFERENTIAL to review Episode 10. And stay tuned for a special mailbag in two weeks!Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Find Jiggly @jigglycalienteofficial on Instagram !Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Help other people find the podcasts, share and remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #10 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!We’re joined by Marvin Britt (Storyboard Artist for X-Men ’97, Star Trek: Lower Decks, Blood of Zeus, The Legend of Vox Machina) to go behind the scenes on X-Men '97 Episode 8, Season 1 ‘Tolerance is Extinction - Part 1’.Come listen to us dig into all the behind the scenes secrets of the making of this episode’s most iconic scenes +Return of the Children of Toonami Is Bishop okay?Losing someone’s baby Khaliden develops name blindness Bastion got the Ash bassDestroying Marvin’s love of X-Men in one sentencesKnitters Where is Emma Frost?!The X-Mansion as a tax shelterDon’t mess with Michael MouseThe ‘pinks’Someone get Magneto a robeNEIN!We'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe to IMMORTAL X OF WORDS and we’ll see you back on REFERENTIAL to review Episode 9 next week.Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Find Marvin Britt @marvin_b_britt on Instagram !Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Help other people find the podcasts, share and remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent #9 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!For Episode 7 we’re joined by two new chairs (Valentine Smith and Miss Sundi!) to talk all about X-Men '97 Episode 7, Season 1 ‘Bright Eyes’ (written by Charley Feldman and JB Ballard)!Come listen to us dig into our favourite episode so far + Find out how we've fit the following in:The Debut of a brand new segmentThe return of Trifiling Trish TilbyAppropriate funeral attireTeam Rogue did nothing wrongDays of Genocides pastWading into Captain America discourseJubilee’s earringsAsh vs Khaliden continues as new contenders enter the ringWestern conceptions of ‘The Closet’Ms. Bastion’s BluesThe many failures of Charles XavierSibling shadeThe quiet firing of Dr. Khaliden NasMore brief musical interludes Passé PoliticsTwo Dumb Bitches: “EXACTLY!”Shout out to Bella DonnaAre the X-Men heroes for humans or heroes of mutantsWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe for next week's recap/review of Episode 8 on Ash's podcast IMMORTAL X OF WORDS and then head back to REFERENTIAL to listen to us review Episode 9 the week after that (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Find Valentine @ValentineSm1th Find Sundi @SundiInThePark/@Sundi.in.the.parkHosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Help other people find the podcasts, share and remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #8 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!For Episode 6 we’re joined by our first ever returning third chair Tiffie Starchild o talk all about X-Men '97 Episode 6, Season 1 ‘Lifedeath - Part 2’.Come listen to us dig into it+ Find out how we've fit the following in:THE BREEZE IS BACK!Galaxy of white refrigeratorsBird ass people and bussing bald bussyStop the Sinister Steal 2025The return of our now regular segmentStorm can’t catch a breakAlison Sealy-Smith you will always be famousThe galactic swirl agendaA little bit of race playIdealism killing everyoneAsh reads a letter he wrote Gladiator on the radioSo she just left Forge there?We'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe to IMMORTAL X OF WORDS for the full episode + our recap/review of episode 8 in two weeks, and we’ll see you back on REFERENTIAL to listen to us review Episode 7 next week (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Find Tiffie Starchild @TiffieStarchild across social media!Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Help other people find the podcasts, share and remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #7 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)For Episode 5 we’re joined by Matthew Bordenave (Assistant Director & Storyboard Artist for X-Men ’97, Young Justice, The Boys Present: Diabolical, Invincible Fight Girl) to talk all about X-Men '97 Episode 5, Season 1 ‘Remember It’.Come listen to us dig into all the behind the scenes secrets of the making of this instantly iconic episode. + Find out how we've fit the following in:The return of our new regular segmentTrifiling Trish Tilby’s bumpitA too brief Young Justice tangentKhaliden discovers emotionsThe Trial of Matthew Bordenave Khaliden vs Matthew (Round 1)Brief musical interludesAsh vs Khaliden (Round 2)Mutant trauma and Black audiencesOmar Holmon presents a Cyclops Ether The Trial of Hank Mccoy (cont.)NayhoooWhities are backClone with a Hard C I know Genosha smells crazyWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe for next week's recap/review of Episode 6 on Ash's podcast IMMORTAL X OF WORDS and then head back to REFERENTIAL to listen to us review Episode 7 the week after that (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Help other people find the podcasts, share and remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PREVIEW Tangent #6 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)On a whim Ash and I decided to review/recap the just premiered 'X-Men '97'!For Episode 4 we’re joined by my friend Victor Alexander (REFERENTIAL’s own video producer (follow us on Youtube and Tiktok!). We talk X-Men '97 Episode 4, Season 1 ‘Motendo / Lifedeath – Part 1’.Find out how we've fit the following in:The debut of a new regular segmentThe debut of JubilAshNostalgiaThe trial of Victor Alexander, Beast DefenderLorna looking RIKANBzzt vs PfftAn ASMR recapAsh holds our handsMojo’s Drag Race White dungarees SunsplatWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe for next week's recap/review of Episode 5 the week before we head back to the X Of Words feed for Episode 6 (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Find Victor @Clevvergirl on TikTokKeep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent #5 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words) On a whim Ash and I decided to review/recap the just premiered 'X-Men '97'!For Episode 3 we’re joined by our friend Connor Goldsmith (host of the Cerebro Podcast!) to talk X-Men '97 Episode 3, Season 1 ‘Fire Made Flesh’.Slightly longer than the previous episodes, but when the three of us sit down we tend to get carried away!Find out how we've fit the following in:An ode to Madelyne Jennifer Pryor (who did nothing wrong)Jean puts her hair up in a ponytail and gets back to workCommunal showeringHank McCoy’s bedside manner and how to report itMorph, Gen Z and anti-sexPray for Nathan SummersThe Redemption of Scott Summers?Popping claws(MJP!)Chandeliers and Brimstone Clones!Magneto and Rogue are sure being quiet this episode…Will we see Bishop before the finale?Psychic Battles done correctlyThe breeze is still goneWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe for next week's recap/review of Episode 4 on Ash's podcast IMMORTAL X OF WORDS and then head back to REFERENTIAL to listen to us review Episode 5 the week after that (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Remember to leave a rating and review if you liked the episode!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #4 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!Ash and I decided to review/recap the just premiered 'X-Men '97'!For Episode 2 we continued our conversation with Tiffie Starchild (@TiffieStachild) and Omar Holmon (@OmarHolmon) of Black Nerd Problems about X-Men '97 Episode 2, Season 1 'Mutant Liberation Begins'.Find out how we also fit the following in:We need to talk about LifedeathMagneto scams the UNJean has self hate, which means its time to get scaredX-Cutioner, you in danger girlFinally Xavier’s fortune is put to direct actionStorm used to float, now she just falls downGambit checks into the Heartbreak HotelWill the real Jean please stand upWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe for next week's for recap/review of Episode 3 on this feed; and then follow Ash's podcast IMMORTAL X OF WORDS to listen to us review Episode 4 the week after that (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tangent Episode #3 (Crossover with Immortal X of Words)!On a whim Ash and I decided to review/recap the just premiered 'X-Men '97'!We invited Tiffie Starchild (@TiffieStachild) and Omar Holmon (@OmarHolmon) of Black Nerd Problems to join our conversation about Episode 1, Season 1 'To Me, My X-Men'.Find out how we also fit the following in:Storm & Gambit's hair dresserSunspot's Imitation of LifeThe redemption of Cyclops (?)#NotMyJean!Why you can't bring Beast to Bella NocheWe'll be alternating episodes on both our feeds so make sure to follow both REFERENTIAL and Immortal X of Words! Make sure to subscribe for next week's for recap/review of Episode 3 on this feed; and then follow Ash's podcast IMMORTAL X OF WORDS to listen to us review Episode 4 the week after that (and so on!).Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts. Keep up to date with Dr. Khaliden Nas by checking out www.alsopurple.com and following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Hosted by Ash Alleyne and Dr. Khaliden Nas.Produced by Dr. Khaliden NasMusic by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. *'Tangents' are audio-only episodes posted more frequently than Video Episodes because they require less work/research/editing!Expect quick reviews, edited out content, collabs, mailbags, live audio, and so on.. *Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Video Episode 2Beyonce’s Renaissance is over, now we’ve entered the Age of Enlightenment. Welcome to the rodeo? Yeehaw!I’m joined by Antonia Jade King (poet, writer, and soon to be Dr. AJ writing her thesis about the cultural and historical significance of the Fresh Prince of Bel Air) after watching the Renaissance film for a discussion on Beyoncé and the cultural conversations we’ve been having about her ever since she burst on the scene in 1997.AJ and I risk it all, come find out if we get cancelled by the Beyhive! + Find out how we also fit the following in:Introducing my new silent cohost (her name is Alaska)Beyoncé Giselle Knowles Carter!The Renaissance filmTexas? Hold 'em?Cowboy Carter?MarathonsRough swimming while BlackThe Color PurpleBillionairesBlack capitalismIn praise of Black lazinessPinkwashingRevolutionaries vs revolutionary narrativesBlack womanhood in the context of queernessThe myth of Black excellence Justice for Ayo! Remember when Jennifer Lopez sang the ’n’ word?What we can expect from idolsRemember bell hooks’ beef with Beyonce?If you like homework, or looking for a recommendation list you can find the 'Citation Page' for this episode on my website, available from the first Sunday after the episode is up! ! https://www.alsopurple.com/citation-cornerYou'll find all the books, shows and pods referenced in this conversation.Find AJ @AntoniaJadeKing on all the socials!Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. More at www.alsopurple.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Video episode 1I'm joined by Ash Alleyne for a discussion about the state of Black representation in superhero, fantasy and science fiction media.+ Find out how we also fit the following in:Black Telepaths or the lack of them in comicsReading against the grainStorm & Marvel & The X-MenAquaman and The Lost KingdomUhura & Star TrekBlack Panther: Wakanda ForeverInsecureQueen SugarRichard Ayoade being disappointingAircoolers or AirfryersStar WarsJudge Dredd & The Empire...good?And much more!If you like homework, or looking for a recommendation list you can find the 'Citation Page' for this episode on my website! https://www.alsopurple.com/referential1You'll find all the books, shows and pods referenced in this conversation.Find Ash @Vanthefirst on all socials and his podcast X of Words everywhere you find your podcasts.Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all socials.Music by PamperedFists & Anzahlung.Podcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. More at www.alsopurple.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Here's what you can expect!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 cultures that we make; and the cultures that make us.Keep up to date by following @AlsoPurp on all the socials.Music by PamperedFists & AnzahlungPodcast Artwork by Valentine M. Smith. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy