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Big Gay Energy: An LGBTQ+ Media Podcast

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Welcome to Big Gay Energy! Join Kaitlynn, Theora, and friends as they dive into all the fun and nuances of LGTBQ+ media and discuss content with the creators themselves. Representation matters and we are here to talk about it!

Episodes

Gap the Series Ep 11: Everyone Needs Therapy

Theora and Kaitlynn continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode starts with Kaitlynn's least favorite cross fade which transitions into Sam and the Grandma'am having THE talk. Mon struggles with her decision to be anything Sam needs her to be and Neung shows up just in time for the world's worst family reunion. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with u...

Apr 14, 20242 hr 21 min

Gypsy Taylor (Costume Designer) Interview | Our Flag Means Death

In this episode we spoke with Gypsy about her fantastic work on OFMD. From the making of MerStede to the fun BTS details from our favorite episodes! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Apr 10, 20241 hr 7 min

Gap the Series Ep 10: MonMon Wifes ChamCham

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode starts with Boyfriend Sam getting into a Big Gay Energy measuring contest with Cher, Mon making the ultimate grand gesture to wife Sam, a reunion with Neung the queer beach bum, and ends with Mon's show down with the Grandma'am that never should have been... If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk q...

Apr 07, 20241 hr 52 min

Vico Ortiz (Actor/Activist) Interview | OFMD; These Thems

We spoke with the talented Vico Ortiz about their role as Jim on the queer pirate comedy Our Flag Means Death, their hilarious show These Thems, and so much more! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠...

Apr 03, 202456 min

Gap the Series Ep 9: Long Live Mon Boss

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode starts with Kirk and Sam immediately breaking their new promise not to lie to each other. Then Sam promises to give Mon anything she wants which Mon tests later that evening along with her new persona: Mon Boss. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠...

Mar 31, 20242 hr 11 min

Eden Robinson Interview (Writer/Podcaster) | Becoming Shameless; Just Dykin' Around

In this episode we spoke with Eden about her recently published memoir: Becoming Shamless. We fangirled over the impact of representation in media and discussed Eden's podcast: Just Dykin' Around. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠BGE Discord Link⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on Y...

Mar 27, 202455 min

Gap the Series Ep 8: Mission Accomplished

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode starts with SEXUAL FRUSTRATION, lions completing the mission, and Sam and Mon killing (almost) an entire bottle of scotch. Despite it all, Sam manages to complete the mission! But the gays can't ever have nice things, thanks to Kirk... If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our fr...

Mar 24, 20241 hr 19 min

Gap the Series Ep 7: What Does Lover Mean?

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode covers episode 7 which opens with Mon in PAIN, continues to show us Mon and Sam's biggest gap: courage, and ends with the most lesbian first date in history. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This ep...

Mar 17, 20241 hr 1 min

Iris Kelly Doesn't Date by Ashley Herring Blake | Big Gay Book Club

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole review and discuss the final book in the Brightfalls Series: Iris Kelly Doesn't Date by Ashley Herring Blake. It's a fake dating rom com staring bisexual disaster Iris and Stevie, anxiety in human form. If you like masterful depictions of mental health wrapped in tooth rooting (and super spicy) romance, this is the novel for you! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer m...

Mar 13, 20242 hr 26 min

Gap the Series Ep 6: How to Make Up with Your Girlfriend

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode covers episode 6... and the last few minutes of 5 because we had to talk about that lip gloss kiss! We revel in every moment of jealous Mon, laugh as Sam tries to make up by making out, and the birth of ChamCham and MonMon! We close out this episode with Martha and Earth's wedding. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Mar 10, 20241 hr 18 min

Gap the Series Ep 3-5: And They Were "Gal Pals"

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole continue breaking down Gap the Series scene by scene! This episode starts with Sam breaking every HR rule known to mankind (proving our point that Noi should be fired). Mon ends up in a 72 hour "gal pal" date with Sam that starts with an invitation to take a bath and ends with pricey prawns. Sam's friends adopt Mon and conspire to get Sam to ACT ON HER TRUE feelings by using Tee to make her jealous... and to also finally comfort Yuki. There is so much que...

Mar 03, 20242 hr 1 min

Gap the Series Ep 1-2: Enchanted to Meet You

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Cole break down Gap the Series scene by scene starting with Mon and Sam's meet cute! We discuss Sam's family drama with the Grandma'am, her MIA sisters, and her ride or die friend group of misfit queers we love dearly. Then we transition to the present to discuss Mon and Sam's disaster reunion all the way to the end of episode 2 with Sam's migraine flirting fail and a confused and bruised Mon. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content be...

Feb 25, 20241 hr 56 min

Anne Marie Pace (Director) Interview | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

We spoke with Anne about her experience directing episodes of HSMTMTS including the iconic Halloween episode in season 4! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ...

Feb 21, 202429 min

Gap The Series Review: In FreenBecky We Trust

In this episode we scream about all things Gap The Series! Including our spoiler free review, a discussion of how FreenBecky is doing Lesbian Jesus's work by saving sapphic media, and review the current state of LGTBQ rights in Thailand and why Gap The Series is such an important piece of queer media. Lastly, we jump into spoilers by sharing our likes and dislikes of the series overall. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 18, 20241 hr 2 min

Heartstopper Volume 5 by Alice Oseman | Big Gay Book Club

Theora, Kaitlynn, and Alayna have a proper gay crisis about Heartstopper volume 5. We discuss all the important issues Alice expertly portrayed including Nick and Charlie getting ready for their first time, Tori's coming out scene, and so much more. We even speculated on season 3 and volume 6 of Heartstopper! Read all the Hearstopper Volumes for free HERE Alice Oseman Q&A If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 14, 20241 hr 57 min

HSMTMTS Season 4 Pt 2 | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

It's time for the Wildcats to take a final bow. In this episode we discuss the Seb, Big Red, and Carlos cheating triangle of ridiculousness, the cuteness over load when Madyln FINALLY gets together, and Kaitlynn pitches HSMTMTS season 5! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGE Discord Link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our othe...

Feb 11, 20241 hr 9 min

Aneesh Sheth Interview (Actress) | Red, White, and Royal Blue

In this episode, we chatted with the lovely Aneesh Sheth who played the iconic Amy Gupta! Aneesh shares what it was like working on the RWRB set. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 07, 202442 min

HSMTMTS Season 4 Pt 1 | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

We've made it to season 4!!! There was just so much to say that we have 2 parts to conclude our HSMTMTS discussion. In this episode we dive into Gina's arch, get into some mom drama, and scream all the gay screams about Ashlyn and Madeline. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGE Discord Link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all o...

Feb 04, 20241 hr 25 min

Frankie Rodriguez Interview (Actor) | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

We had the pleasure of talking to Frankie Rodriguez. You may know him as Carlos from the Disney+ show, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (HSMTMTS). Frankie discusses his prior acting roles and why representation in media is so important. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode a...

Jan 31, 202423 min

HSMTMTS Season 3 | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

It's time for a (mostly) WIldcat Summer! We spend this episode discussing all things camp shallow lakes from Ashlyn's gay awakening to Kourtney's anxiety and we meet one of our all time favs Maddox!!! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on Yo...

Jan 28, 20241 hr 23 min

Maggie Phillips & Kristen Higuera Interview (Music Supervisors) | Red, White, and Royal Blue

Maggie and Kristen discuss their experience working as the music supervisors for the Red, White, and Royal Blue movie. They answer our Patreon member's and listeners' burning questions about what their job entails and why certain songs were selected for the film adaptation. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠...

Jan 24, 202445 min

HSMTMTS Season 2 | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

We continue our HSMTMTS journey! Season 2 covers topics near to our hearts such as body positivity for Ashlyn, Carlos's super gay locker, and the legality Ms. Jenn's directing choices. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out...

Jan 21, 20241 hr 22 min

Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner | Big Gay Book Club with the Author

This month for Big gay book club, we are slide tackling right into Cleat Cute, the sapphic soccer book of our dreams! BUT we are not alone, the author, Meryl Wilsner, joined us. Together we discussed our favorite moments, character, traits, and learned all about Meryl's process for bringing this book to life. Check out Meryl's store for Cleat Cute Merch: If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer...

Jan 17, 202459 min

HSMTMTS Season 1 | High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

First there was the iconic high School Musical trilogy and then there was High School Musical: The Musical. Now… we have High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (HSMTMTS). Now we aren’t going to be able to cover EVERYTHING that happens in the show but we will talk about some of our favorite parts, things that stood out, and of course all of the queerness. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media...

Jan 16, 20241 hr 27 min

Robbie Taylor Hunt (Intimacy Coordinator) Interview Pt 2 | Red, White, and Royal Blue Movie

Our favorite intimacy coordinator is back! Robbie shares his experience working on the Red, White and Royal Blue movie by breaking down his process for select scenes. He answers our Patreon member's and listeners' burning questions about RWRB. Plus Robbie gives us a teaser about his latest project Mary and George! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our ...

Jan 16, 20241 hr 3 min

All Things Red, White, and Royal Blue! Part 3

We wrap up all the Red, White, and Royal Blue fun by discussing the symbolism of Alex's house key and Henry's signet ring, how we feel forever about them, and the quality queer representation in both the film and book. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode along with all our other episodes a...

Jan 07, 202446 min

Neil Floyd Interview (Set Decorator) | Red, White and Royal Blue Movie

Neil shares his experience creating the set for the Red, White, and Royal Blue movie! We learned so much about how RWRB was brought to life from the book pages to screen including all the fun details in each room. He was even kind enough to answer our lovely Patreon members burning questions! If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠BGE Discord...

Jan 03, 202448 min

Heartstopper S2E7 "Sorry" Recap and Discussion

The penultimate episode has EVERYTHING! Elle's art show, Darcy in a suit, Ben washed away by a rainbow wave, Olivia Colman putting Nick's dad in his place, murderous Tori! It's soooooo goood, you won't be sorry after listening to this one. Stick around until the end for a very special challenge from Kaitlynn... If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join o...

Jan 01, 20242 hr 2 min

Heartstopper S2E8 "Perfect" Recap and Discussion

The Heartstopper season 2 finale is perfect, literally. The Paris Squad puts together the perfect prom... at Nick's, after ditching the Truham prom. Tara and Darcy make up to a Taylor Swift song, Tao and Elle get their Han Solo and Princess Leia on, and Nick gets Charlie to open up about the past which would have been a true perfect moment... if not for Olivia Colman's untimely arrival. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon...

Jan 01, 20241 hr 50 min

Rainbow Islands by Devin Harnois | Big Gay Book Club with the Author

Did you ever run across that legendary tumblr post about the gay islands? Well, Devin wrote a book inspired by it! In this episode Devin tells us about his writing process and answers all our our burning questions about this heartwarming and beautiful book. Rainbow islands is a YA queer novel that follows Jason after he is exiled from the Christian Republic to the land of the queers: Rainbow Islands. If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE P...

Jan 01, 20241 hr 13 min
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