Femininity in the Post-Apocalypse

In a galaxy teeming with celestial bureaucrats, pan-dimensional capitalists, and conniving politicians, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard discuss The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (1979) by Douglas Adams. After relaying the plot of this beloved sci-fi novel, they discuss the feminine characters. They also chat about life, the universe, and everything before they evaluate the book using the Maenad-O-Meter scale. Finally, tattoo artist Jenny Taylor receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comaaroncpackard.com jenwren.org Additional topics include: platinum palladium prints, art critiques, the Burns-Halperin Report, the Geena Davis Institute, South Dakota artists, tattoos, and Uglies by Scott Westerfeld.

On an isolated island populated by repugnant and violent men, host Klaire Lockheart and 3D print wizard Rachael-Anne Omps discuss Escape from Incel Island (2023) written by Margaret Killjoy. After they share the plot of this novella, they discuss the characters, 3D printing, and bookstores. They also rate this book on the Maenad-O-Meter. Additionally, Rebecca Bowers is announced as the next recipient of the Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comrachaelanneomps.cominstagram.com/rebeccas_garden_of_lifeAdditional topics include: Liquid Death, Book It, Dragon Strong Reading Academy, obituaries, printmaking, Into the Forest by Patricia Rozema, and gardening.

In a world where gluten is forbidden, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard share their reactions to the cartoon Pastacolypse (2023). After breaking down the plot to this short movie, they examine the feminine characters. They also talk about Italian food and Italian art before rating the movie on the Maenad-O-Meter. Afterwards, Sarah Bork receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comaaroncpackard.com sarahborkhamilton.com Additional topics include: Lasagna, Ways of Seeing by John Berger, Artemisia Gentileschi, Caravaggio, developing film, drag queens, The Fall by Tarsem Singh, and voting.

In a world, where a comet causes cataclysmic catastrophe, host Klaire Lockheart and writer Sarah Isak-Goode investigate Night of the Comet (1984). They share a synopsis of the movie before they discuss the “American girl” stereotype, teenage rebellions, and the nuclear family. After they rate the movie on the Maenad-O-Meter, Jamie R. Waters receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.cominstagram.com/s.isak_goode instagram.com/jamiew77 Additional topics include: video stores, the girl-next-door trope, why Night of the Comet is a Christmas move, docent work, the McNay Art Museum, José Guadalupe Posada, and the Alien film franchise. 

On a world where water is scarce but colossal worms are plentiful, host Klaire Lockheart along with photographer Aaron C Packard watched David Lynch’s Dune (1984). Their discussion is peppered with plenty of laughter as they talk about the women on Arrakis, Sting’s upsetting speedo, and scuba diving at Burning Man. After rating this sci-fi movie on the Maenad-O-Meter, they thank the epic artists who contributed to the Thunderdomesticity: Witness Me exhibition. Additionally, Korey Luna receives his Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comaaronpackard.comkzluna.com  Additional topics include: battle pugs, stillsuits, the Bene Gesseret, Frank Herbert, the Burns-Halperin Report, brodalisque paintings, Fotolab No.7, South Dakota weather, the Temple of Water Boy performance, Piqued.FM, dystopian photography, and Delicatessen (1991) by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro.

On a planet where apes evolved from man, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard examine the sci-fi classic Planet of the Apes (1968). They examine the plot, which leads to a discussion about the feminine characters in the film. They also chat about the Thunderdomesticity: Witness Me exhibition before using the Maenad-O-Meter to rate the movie. Finally, Angie Holycross is announced as the latest recipient of the Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comaaronpackard.cominstagram.com/the_savagestitcher 

In a Renaissance rendition of the end of the world, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard explore The Last Judgment (1541) painted by Michelangelo Buonarroti in the Sistine Chapel. After describing imagery of this colossal mural, they joke about idealized forms, discuss censorship, and then rate the artwork on the Maenad-O-Meter. Additionally, Bobby Ford will receive his Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comaaronpackard.combobbyfordstudios.com 

In a world where robots want to destroy all humans, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard discuss the film The Terminator (1984). After recounting the plot, they converse about mythical motherhood, the annual Thunderdomesticity art exhibition, and how to battle the AI robot uprising with the power of analog photography. After rating the film on the Maenad-O-Meter, Art Fuentes aka ARF will receive his Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.comaaronpackard.comarftheartiste.com 

In a world overrun by mutant frogs with a dwindling human population, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Nicole Houff discuss the classic B-movie Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988). They will recount the plot, discuss the merits of “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, and get sidetracked by Star Trek. After they rate the film on the Maenad-O-Meter, Sam Drapeaux will received their Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.klairelockheart.com nicolehouff.com sam-drapeaux.mailchimpsites.com 

In the futuristic world of 2019, robots are indistinguishable from human beings, and host Klaire Lockheart explores the movie Blade Runner (1982) with photographer Aaron C Packard. After questioning the legitimacy of “zoom and enhance” photographic technology, they discuss the sci-fi noir aesthetic of the film. They also rate the movie according to the Maenad-O-Meter. Finally, Rachael-Anne Omps receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire. klairelockheart.com aaronpackard.com rachaelanneomps.com 

In a world split in two, host Klaire Lockheart is joined by Dr. Kandace Creel Falcón, a feminist scholar and painter. Together, they will examine Self-Portrait on the Borderline Between Mexico and the United States (1932) by Frida Kahlo. When they discuss the painting, they’ll cover colonialism, guaranteed income, and Kahlo’s impact on contemporary artists. After they evaluate this work of art using the Maenad-O-Meter, Yazmin Moktan will receive her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire. klairelockheart.com  kjcfalcon.com  yazminmoktan.com

In a world dominated by video games and ‘80s nostalgia, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard talk about the film Ready Player One (2018). They will analyze the plot, discuss retro video games, and address the male gaze. As usual, they’ll evaluate the movie using the Maenad-O-Meter. Afterwards, artist Nicole Houff will receive her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com  aaroncpackard.com  nicolehouff.com 

In a world overrun by zombies, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard discuss Zombieland (2009). After they relay the plot of this horror-comedy movie, they’ll talk about Twinkies along with weapons. They’ll rate the film on the Maenad-O-Meter. Finally, Rebekah Borucki will receive their Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com  aaronpackard.com rowhousepublishing.com 

In a futuristic world of tempting food stands and questionable technology, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard will examine Futuristic Violence and Fancy Suits (2015). After they discuss the plot of the first Zoey Ashe novel by Jason Pargin, they’ll evaluate it according to the Maenad-O-Meter. They’ll chat about food, cats, and toxic masculinity. Finally, Leah “Riwo” Leach receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com  aaronpackard.com galsguide.org 

In a futuristic world where humanity survives in an enclosed domed city, host Klaire Lockheart invites Egyptologist Peter Rose to investigate Logan’s Run (1976). After chatting about ankhs, utopias, and robots, they rate the movie using the Maenad-O-Meter. Finally, Shannon Cole receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com patreon.com/MummyMoviePodcast vermculture.org 

In a world of fire and blood, where gross dudes with cool cars reign supreme, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard examine Mad Max: Fury Road (2015). They chat about dystopian artwork along with the annual Thunderdomesticity art exhibition. After they rate the movie on the Maenad-O-Meter, Candy Bedworth will receive her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com  aaronpackard.com dailyartmagazine.com/author/candy-bedworth

In an arid world in the distant future, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Aaron C Packard discuss Dune (1965). They attempt to summarize the plot of Frank Herbert’s lengthy sci-fi novel before rating it on the Maenad-O-Meter. They also discuss spice, worms, and Orientalism. Additionally, Katherine Cooksey receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com  aaronpackard.com missartworld.com 

In a monochromatic world where the apocalypse is imminent, host Klaire Lockheart and photographer Rachael-Anne Omps discuss Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (1498). They converse about creepy creatures, relief printmaking, and exhibiting artwork. They also use the Maenad-O-Meter to evaluate this woodblock print by Albrecht Dürer. Additionally, Wendy Wetmore receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com rachaelanneomps.com wendywetmore.com

In a world where a hero wants to prove herself, host Klaire Lockheart is joined by artist Sam Drapeaux to talk about Prey (2022). They chat about Skeletor, the Predator, and nature. After they rate the film on the Maenad-O-Meter, Alex Jamieson receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com patreon.com/samdrapeaux alexandrajamieson.art

In a vaguely dystopian world, host Klaire Lockheart is joined by photographer Aaron C Packard to discuss Mad Max (1979). They talk about theatrical bikers, pleather, and art exhibitions before rating the movie on the Maenad-O-Meter. Finally, Sonia Hernandez Packard receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK. klairelockheart.com aaronpackard.com instagram.com/soniaelaine

In a world filled with dystopian media, one person dares to question… “where are all the women?” Femininity in the Post-Apocalypse is a feminist exploration of dystopian media. Host Klaire Lockheart shares that this program will include snarky discussions about doomsday movies, artwork, and stories with amazing guests.  klairelockheart.com