Best Ada Rhodes Short Podcasts (2025)

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Big Robot Feelings 6: Rei II, Showdown at Tokyo-3 39:22

6d ago39:22

39:22

We continue watching Neon Genesis Evangelion! In this episode: The D8 tries to use an overdesigned vibrator to break into NERV, so Misato has to rush to come up with a plan, and the plan is...Big Gun! Ada, Gia and Katie talk Twin Peaks comparisons, a little Japanese geography, and mispronounce a bunch of words. This is a good episode, you should wa…

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Big Robot Feelings 5: Rei I, Beyond the Heart 44:35

20d ago44:35

44:35

Katie, Ada and Gia continue their coverage of Neon Genesis Evangelion, and discuss the D8 of Doom, Homeschooling, and more cameos from a beagle named Idgie. Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Robot Feelings 4: The Hedgehog's Dilemma 41:36

1M ago41:36

41:36

Katie, Ada and Gia continue disccusing Neon Genesis Evangelion, and also discuss: the GATE conspiracy theory and the CIA, how everything always leads back to When Harry met Sally, and an extended interlude where we meet Idgie, Ada's (very) new beagle puppy, and her extended menagerie. Robots! Emotions! Alien attack! Support the show…

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...And then the Giant Robot Had Feelings 3: The Silent Phone 34:09

2M ago34:09

34:09

Hi friends! We continue our Neon Genesis Evangelion watch with Episode 3! Is Shinji cringe and fail and a loser? Will he and the bully kiss? When will we see more PenPen? The adult women long for PenPen! Katie, Ada and Gia discuss this and much more, you should watch along with us! Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Beautiful or Tragic: The Untold Saga of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert 1:24:05

2M ago1:24:05

1:24:05

In the final installment of her miniseries, Rabia (of Suddenly: A Frank Sinatra Podcast) gives us a deep dive into the backstory of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, a film based on three actual Sydney drag queens: Cindy Pastel, Lady Bump, and Styrkermyer. How did this film come to be, and how did they get queer and trans life so wrong? This deep div…

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...And then The Giant Robot Had Feelings 37:19

2M ago37:19

37:19

Join Katie, Ada and Gia as they discuss Neon Genesis Evangelion, specifically the second episode, also called The Beast. Robots fighting aliens! Disaster women in the military! Penguins! Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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All Men Are Liars is accidentally trans (and horny) 55:09

2M ago55:09

55:09

In the penultimate episode of Rabia's miniseries, Rabia (of Suddenly: A Frank Sinatra Podcast) and Henry discuss the 1995 Australian film All Men Are Liars, in which an egg dresses in drag and joins an all-female band...with complications. Are all men liars? Are all men eggs? Who is Bazza and why does everyone want to see him sing Perry Como covers…

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Rest in Power Imam Muhsin Hendricks 11:58

2M ago11:58

11:58

Rabia pays tribute to Imam Muhsin Hendricks. ABC article referenced Imam Muhsin Henricks Documentary Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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...And Then the Giant Robot Had Feelings--Ep.1 1:22:51

3M ago1:22:51

1:22:51

Hi friends! Today we are launching our new mini (maxi?) series about the trans cultural touchstone Neon Genesis Evangelion. In this first episode, we discuss our backgrounds in anime, as well as the early career of creator Hideaki Anno, and the pilot episode, Angel Attack. Ada and Katie are joined by anime expert Gia, so all levels of anime knowled…

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Dating the Enemy is a T4T fantasia 1:25:46

3M ago1:25:46

1:25:46

Rabia of Suddenly joins us once again to explain why the 1996 romcom Dating the Enemy is a better trans film than Priscilla Queen of the Desert! This charming Guy Pearce vehicle imagines a trans romance with heart, humanity, and deeply saturated color. Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Support Rabia's show here Support the show…

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Something Different: The Speaker of Rivers 21:50

3M ago21:50

21:50

In this bit of something different, Ada Wish (@a-wish) talks about the power of telling stories in the battle for Truth against fascism. Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Read Dionu: The Unnamed Faith of the Named on Dionu.org or buy the book Read Robert Evans' Essay Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Billy's Holiday is the weirdest egg-cracking ever 3:04:15

3M ago3:04:15

3:04:15

In the first episode of a new series featuring special guest Rabia (of Suddenly: A Frank Sinatra Podcast), Henry and Rabia dive into the 1995 Australian musical film Billy's Holiday, a deeply insane, quite eggy film that Rabia is obsessed with. This is the first episode of several that Rabia is joining us for! Tune in next week when Rabia and Henry…

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Something Different: The Eight of Birds 6:55

4M ago6:55

6:55

In this bit of something different, Ada Wish (@a-wish) talks about trying to find ways to express an unnameable feeling. Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Get trans magic art cult the book Ada has been working on here Check out our previous episode on Rachel Pollack's run of Doom Patrol Support the show…

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That's How You Get a Nosferatu 35:53

4M ago35:53

35:53

Katie and Ada talk about Nosferatu Follow them on bluesky @KatieoftheLake and @a-wish Back us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Support our Art at SplendorQueer.com Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Our Year in Review 1:27:10

4M ago1:27:10

1:27:10

Katie, Henry, and Ada sit down to talk about their favorite media of 2024 and the things we have been up to Get the book Ada has been working on here Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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The Dyke Bar at the End of The Universe 11:28

9M ago11:28

11:28

In this episode, Ada talks about Drive Away Dolls, The End of History, 90s Nostalgia, and I Saw the TV Glow Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show

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The People's Joker Discussion 36:58

9M ago36:58

36:58

We discuss The People's Joker and also what movies we've seen lately, Glen Powell, Beatings out of context, and more! Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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The People's Joker 13:10

10M ago13:10

13:10

So it's been awhile since this had been out now, but here's a few words about Vera Drew's fantastic movie, and probably a bit too much about Katie's early gender experimentation 🤷🏻‍♀️ Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Discussing Lament for Susan 33:54

10M ago33:54

33:54

Join Ada (the_ada_rhodes), Katie (@katieofthelake) and Henry (@punkgroucho, @spaldinggay) as they chat about Henry's Susan Taubes episode. Discussed: dissociation, disembodiment, and the wish to be free of all bodies and genders! Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Lament for Susan 10:36

10M ago10:36

10:36

In this episode, Henry (@punkgroucho, Spalding Gay on TikTok) discusses the work of the late feminist writer Susan Taubes. Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Getting to Know Trans Voices: Scott Niswander 31:12

10M ago31:12

31:12

Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) chats with agender YouTuber Scott Niswander! (@scottniswander.) Discussed: Aliens, Ancient Aliens (the show) X-Men, and Ada's Magneto helmet! Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Discussing Eggs of the Past 29:39

11M ago29:39

29:39

In this episode, Ada, Katie, and Henry discuss last weeks episode Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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How do we interpret trans eggs of the past? 10:07

11M ago10:07

10:07

In this minisode, Henry (@punkgroucho, @henrygiardina on TikTok) discusses the very eggy writings of Denton Welch and looks into the @LilyTino Kurt Cobain controversy. When trans figures of the past tell us who they are, we do we have such a hard time believing them? Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Discussing Love Lies Bleeding 28:51

11M ago28:51

28:51

In this episode, Ada, Katie, and Henry discuss Love Lies Bleeding and Drive Away Dolls Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Is Love Lies Bleeding Problematic? or am I? 22:14

11M ago22:14

22:14

In this episode Ada talks about the film Love Lies Bleeding We talked about what sports we loved to play and love to watch. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our old merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Discussion on The Lure 36:20

12M ago36:20

36:20

Katie, Ada, and Henry discuss Katie discussing the 2015 Polish horror mermaid musical The Lure, and there's just always something about mermaids, isn't there? Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Don't Lose Your Voice: The Lure as Assimilation 11:11

12M ago11:11

11:11

Katie discusses the 2015 Polish horror mermaid musical The Lure, and there's just always something about mermaids, isn't there? Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Katie and Ada Discuss Apayauq (the documentary, not the woman) 31:19

1+ y ago31:19

31:19

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake), and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about the short doc Apayauq. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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MVT Apayauq 37:39

1+ y ago37:39

37:39

In this Most Valuable Teammate interview, Ada talks with Apayauq, who is the first trans woman to complete the Iditarod and the subject of an LA Times Documentary. We talked about what sports we loved to play and love to watch. Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Just Try, Do Your Best (Our Favorite Media of 2023) 1:04:31

1+ y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

All four co-hosts sit down and talk about their favorite media from 2023. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic BlueSky Codes bsky-social-6xcls-4x5mj bsky-social-jkwbv-eduor bsky-social-i64g3-23feq bsky-social-4psng-xsnkp Support the show…

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Ghosts of Genders Past, Present, and Future (A New Annual Tradition!) 38:45

1+ y ago38:45

38:45

In this Holiday Special, Katie (@katieofthelake) tells Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) and Henry Giardina (@punkgroucho) tell you the Totally Trans story of the Ghosts of Gender Past, Present, and Future and then talk about what is trans about a Christmas Carol. Follow us on Twitter @totallytranspod Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totally…

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We Watched the Daily Wire's Transphobic Sports Movie "Lady Ballers" So You Don't Have To 1:04:31

1+ y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake), and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about lady ballers. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Henry and Ada talk about Holly Golightly and Trancestors 42:34

1+ y ago42:34

42:34

CN: This episode discusses the childhood sexual abuse of one of the characters Henry and Ada talk about Breakfast at Tiffanys and how their relationships to it and gender and the past have changed in the past three years. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support …

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Revisiting the Original E-Girl T-Girl Part 1 1:09:42

1+ y ago1:09:42

1:09:42

CN: This episode discusses the childhood sexual abuse of one of the characters This episode originally aired in January of 2021 but we will be revisiting it and discussing it next week with new eyes. In this episode, Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) tells Henry (@punkgroucho) why she thinks that the entire book Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote is total…

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Cursed Attack Helicopter Hotspring 48:52

1+ y ago48:52

48:52

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake), Jaq (@were_wife) and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about Revolutionary Girl Utena. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Thirsty Sword Butches 9:35

1+ y ago9:35

9:35

In this episode, Jaq (@were_wife) talks about the Revolutionary Girl Utena, and the current hostile environment we find ourselves in. Next week a longe discussion of this episode, please post questions and comments on Discord. Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Spooky Chat 1:07:43

1+ y ago1:07:43

1:07:43

Ostensibly, the gang (Katie, Henry and Jaq) talk about Carnival of Souls, but it's mostly a ramble about horror movies we saw too young, men being 6'5", and what scares us the most! Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Support the show Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Misogyny Carousel is the Worst Ride at the Carnival of Souls 10:45

1+ y ago10:45

10:45

Katie (@katieofthelake) talks about the 1962 movie Carnival of Souls, and how sometimes it's only after seeing something horrific you can see yourself in the mirror? It's spooky! Back us on Patreon Check out SplendorQueer Support the show Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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MVT Chris Mosier 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

25:36

In this Most Valuable Teammate interview, Ada talks with Chris Mosier, who is a competitive triathlete, duathlete, racewalker, and activist who has worked to change the Olympic policy for trans athletes. We talked about what sports we loved to play and love to watch. You can learn more about Chris' work at TransAthlete.com and you should check out …

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Issue 1 of the Totally Trans Zine is on Patreon Now 3:50

1+ y ago3:50

3:50

We made a tiny art zine to collect the episodes we've been making lately. You can access a printable version through Patreon. We are exited about how the relaunch is going and are looking forward to hearing what you think on Discord. Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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The Legend of the Orchi Shed with Guest Eilís Ni Fhlannagáin 1:03:44

1+ y ago1:03:44

1:03:44

This episode originally aired in May of 2021 and in this episode, Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) talks with Eilís Ni Fhlannagáin (aka Pidge, @dirtycitybird) to hear the true story behind the legendary Orchi Shed of the Pacific Northwest (also known as the Ball Barn), a low-income clinic run by two trans women deep in the Olympic Penninsula. We are rebroadca…

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Good Luck Finding Your Fairy Family, Discussing True Blood 1:02:16

1+ y ago1:02:16

1:02:16

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake), Henry Giardina (@punkgroucho) and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about True Blood. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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The Fangs go Sinky 12:39

1+ y ago12:39

12:39

On this minisode, Katie (@katieofthelake) talks about early transition cringe, a bit about Taylor Swift, and the Baby Vampire Jessica from True Blood. Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Discussing Star Trek and Trans Identity 50:16

1+ y ago50:16

50:16

In this episode, Jacqueline Clyde (@were_wife), and Katie (@katieofthelake) talk about start trek Check out SplendorQueer Follow us on Twitter @totallytranspod Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Through Hardship, to the Stars 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

14:01

In this Transmissions from Another Earth Minisode, Jaq (@were_wife) talks about the 2023 television show Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and the current hostile environment we find ourselves in. Next week a longe discussion of this episode! Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Discussing Superman 44:40

1+ y ago44:40

44:40

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake) and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about Ada's audio essay You Will Believe a Woman Can Fly and their personal relationships with Superman. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic The music is Nostalgia by BoDleasons on Pixaba…

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You Will Believe a Woman Can Fly 14:54

1+ y ago14:54

14:54

In this Searching for the Trans Canon episode, Ada (@the_ada_rhodes) talks about her personal relationship with Superman, alienation, self-sacrifice, and finding self-love. Back us on Patreon Buy our Merch and Ada's art at SplendorQueer.com/Shop Music is Uncentain Fanfare by malictusmusic on Pixabay Support the show…

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Hi Barbie! 55:47

1+ y ago55:47

55:47

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake) and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about the Barbie Movie. Check out SplendorQueer Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Sir Goodick and Mommy Racism 53:32

2y ago53:32

53:32

In this episode, Jacqueline Clyde (@were_wife), Katie (@katieofthelake), and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about Nimona . Follow us on Twitter @totallytranspod Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the showBy Katie Coleman, Henry Giardina, and Ada-Rhodes Short

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Cybernetic Muscle Mommy Warlords 56:42

2y ago56:42

56:42

In this episode, Katie (@katieofthelake) and Ada-Rhodes (@the_ada_rhodes) talk about silk production, Sleepaway Camp, and Cybernetic Muscle Mommy Warlord aspirations. Follow us on Twitter @totallytranspod Get bonus content on https://www.patreon.com/totallytrans Buy our merch RedBubble and TeePublic Support the show…

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