Totally Normal About That

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Hey look Ma, we made it!

Hi, I'm Lucia and she's Nell, and we do a podcast where we watch (or read) queer media and talk about it! We've covered books like Red, White and Royal Blue, movies like Pitch Perfect, and shows like Supernatural, Our Flag Means Death, Heartstopper, Merlin, and countless others!

If I'm being totally transparent, I don't really know how to use tumblr, which is why it took us so long to get here, but hey! We didn't know how to make a podcast a year ago and look at us now!

If you want to check us out, just click HERE or search for "Totally Normal About That" anywhere you listen to podcasts! We live for feedback and suggestions for our watch lists, so please please PLEASE feel free to reach out with your thoughts, feelings, and of course your recommendations!

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Mulan!

Hi friends!

In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Mulan!

We talked about gender as a construct, Shang’s bisexual crisis, and the importance of allowing children’s movies to engage with complex topics.

If you have totally normal feelings about this movie, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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Crazy Rich Asians!

Hi friends!

In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Crazy Rich Asians!

We talked about how much we hate capitalism, how terrible men can be, and how women uphold the patriarchy. We also discussed our feelings about how pretty men get away with more, and how Nick really dated up.

If you have totally normal feelings about this movie, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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Spell Bound by FT Lukens

Hi friends!

In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the book Spell Bound by F. T. Lukens!

We talked about found family, teens being cute and in love, and the surprisingly anti-capitalist messaging in this book.

If you have totally normal feelings about this book, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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Blue is the Warmest Color!

Hi friends!

In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Blue is the Warmest Color!

We talked about bisexual stereotypes, the need for intimacy coordinators, and the impact of the male gaze on queer storytelling.

If you have totally normal feelings about this movie, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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Moonlight!

Hi friends!

In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the movie Moonlight

We talk about intersectionality, the relationships between sex, intimacy and violence, and the ways our experiences shape us through our lives.

If you have totally normal feelings about this movie, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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And They Were Roommates! (by Page Powars)

Hi friends!

In this episode we covered the book And They Were Roommates! by Page Powars. We talked about body dysphoria, teen pretentiousness, horse boys, and wholesome friendships.

If you have totally normal feelings about this book, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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The Mummy! (with Veronica)

Hi friends!

In this episode we were joined by our amazing friend Veronica for a totally normal conversation about the 1999 classic movie, The Mummy!

We talked about the representation of Evelyn as a strong female lead, the logic gaps that stood out to us, the amazing use of effects and how well the movie holds up, and so much more!

If you have totally normal feelings about this movie, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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Fleabag!

Hi friends!

In this episode we discussed the show Fleabag created by none other than the main actor herself, Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

We talked about the complex themes of grief, family, feminism, toxic relationships, and personal development & growth. We also discussed some of the issues brought up in this show like suicide & miscarriage.

If you have totally normal feelings about this show, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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I’m sorry but “you come here” “no you come here” while they’re both actively walking towards each other is the entire plot of Heated Rivalry encapsulated in a few seconds.

Like they both want the other to be the initiator because they both want to pretend that they’re chill and not that invested BUT at the same time they are both so completely unchill that they cannot stay away from each other for a single second more than they have to, no matter how hard they try.

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Heated Rivalry - The Book! (With Lyra)

Hi friends!

In this episode we were joined by a very special return guest, @autumnknight, as we continue our conversation about the Heated Rivalry universe. In this episode, we’re discussing Rachel Reid’s 2nd book in the Game Changers series, which was the primary inspiration for the show.

If you have totally normal feelings about this book, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, here on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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Heated Rivalry - The Show!

Hi friends!

In this episode we had a totally normal conversation about the show that everyone seems to be talking about lately, Heated Rivalry!

We talked about autism representation, the phenomenal women in the show, the importance of happy endings, and what exactly constitutes a situationship.

If you have totally normal feelings about this show, please come yell with us! You can reach us on Bluesky, Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].

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January's Book Announcement: Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid!

Hey friends! So, for 2026 we committed to reading more books! AND, in an effort to ensure our listeners are up to speed for our episodes, we promised we would try to announce our upcoming reads in advance!

In a move that we're sure comes as a complete shock to absolutely no one, we decided that our first book of 2026 would be Rachel Reid's Heated Rivalry!

We understand some people are still struggling to get their hands on a copy (really, what were the publishers even thinking??) so we know there's still a chance not everyone will be able to read it before the episode airs! But if you are able to read it beforehand (or you have watched the show and don't care about spoilers), we hope you join us!

[mobius-m-mobius]

he's really having the time of his life 🥺 (insp)

[mrschwartz]

one thing that works about the benoit blanc movies as a franchise that has tanked other franchises for me (aside from the stupendous acting, clever screenplays with meaningful commentary, and sheer passion for filmmaking done by people at the top of their game) is that the movies aren't connected at all. yes i want 12 more of them. no there cannot be one single mention of any plot point of any of the other ones in any of them (and thankfully there never will be). there's no fatigue of having to keep up with 20 characters' storylines, or remember anything that has happened previously. it's a blank slate every time. plus! they all admirably possess the same distinct style (thank you, rian johnson!) but at the same time are vastly different between them, in sets, costumes, types of characters, interactions between them, etc. so refreshing

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spoilers for wake up dead man!!

having wicks symbolise jesus, comparing himself to jesus in that big speech, implying that his father was god and that he was preparing to fall and rise again, having him be the one that was leading the flock, etc, and then actually have him 'rise' from the dead on the third day and 'die' again after having been betrayed by someone close to him - already fantastic, i was totally on board

having the plot twist be that samson, the one that was probably the most separated from wicks' church, the one who was said to truly love and care for others the most, the one willing to sacrifice for those he loved, the CARPENTER (who uses nails on good friday to essentially make his own coffin), actually ends up as the one rising from the dead on the third day to be killed by someone close to him - also fantastic

[tboy-molloy]

Okay but as an ambulatory wheelchair user I loved how Rian Johnson portrayed Simone. He didn't have her be miraculously healed, but had her learn to live and deal with her chronic pain.

Abled people really don't understand how big that is. Like just having an ambulatory wheelchair user is big!!! (I cackled at the scene where she gets out of her chair and someone says it's a miracle and she just goes "I can walk, it just hurts.") But also having her angry that she's in constant pain and trying anything to feel better is so realistic. A lot of disabled people, especially newly disabled people, fall into the idea that they need to be "cured" and that they need to get back to "normal".

Having her accept her disability and making her learn how to still do the thing she loves while still having chronic pain is amazing! Like, the idea that you can continue living after becoming disabled is so rarely shown! Like believe it or not, disabled people can lead fulfilling and happy lives doing things we love!