by Dr. Khaliden Nas
<p><strong>Referential</strong> is hosted by <strong>Dr. Khaliden Nas</strong> to have serious conversations about frivolous topics!</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode takes you on an academically informed deep dive into pop culture and media that never skips out on a stupid joke. </p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>Artwork by <a href="http://www.valentinemsmith.com" rel="nofollow">Valentine M. Smith.</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Music by Pampered Fists & Anzahlung.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out more at www.alsopurple.com</p>
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April 16, 2025
*Video version updates on Youtube + Spotify three weeks after initial audio-only release. * 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: Adultification Depiction of Black girls and femmes in media Realities of Black girls and femmes Coming of age narratives in media The current state of Black television The erosion of physical media and Black TV cancellations Judging art by quality vs utility Empathy as an active process Escapism Steven Universe Black girl magic Toxic Excellence I 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 Block Wanting good things for Natasha Rothwell Transitional periods Issa Rae Megan Thee Stallion Cardi B, take me out of the group chat Michaela Coel SNIPER! Buy Black! *apologies for audio issues on my end in the first 18ish minutes of the conversation, it fixes it self from that point onwards!* If you like homework, or looking for a recommendation list you can find the extended show notes under the 'Citation Page' tab on my website! The full extended notes are released a the weekend after initial release. https://www.alsopurple.com/referential1 You'll find all the books, shows and pods referenced in this conversation. 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. Find us on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@referentialp More at www.alsopurple.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/referential/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 14, 2025
<p>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 <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6YAoasROUj7wd6x3ajH1cv" rel="nofollow">Queer Cinema Catch Up!</a></p><p>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!</p><p>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!</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6YAoasROUj7wd6x3ajH1cv" rel="nofollow">Queer Cinema Catchup</a> is independently produced by Allison Theveny and Joe Murphy.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>_____________________________</p><p>_____________________________</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome to the Queer Cinema Catchup and Referential Collab</p><p>01:10 Personal Histories with Lady Gaga</p><p>03:42 Lady Gaga's Evolution and Public Persona</p><p>08:31 Reactions to Born This Way</p><p>17:40 Theatre Kid Roots and Artistry</p><p>20:04 Expectations for the New Album</p><p>35:12 Madonna's Influence and Pop Culture Shifts</p><p>36:10 Album Review: Mayhem's Chaotic Intentionality</p><p>36:57 Fan Feedback and Emotional Themes</p><p>37:35 Comparing Albums: Fame Monster vs. Mayhem</p><p>39:32 The Pressure of Reinvention in Pop Music</p><p>42:10 Success Anxiety and Artistic Authenticity</p><p>50:15 Track-by-Track Breakdown: Disease & Abracadabra</p><p>53:39 Garden of Eden and Perfect Celebrity</p><p>57:50 Vanish into You & Killah</p><p>01:01:20 Zombie Boy & Gwen Stefani</p><p>01:03:1 Love Drug</p><p>01:06:40 Taylor Swift and 80s Influence in How Bad Do U Want Me</p><p>01:08:12 Diverse Songwriting Styles</p><p>01:10:13 Emotional Ballads (Blade of Grass) and Personal Stories</p><p>01:21:11 Final Thoughts and Final Review</p><p><br></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/referential/donations'>https://redcircle.com/referential/donations</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
March 7, 2025
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 #BringBackMyndiMayer Sara 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. ______________________ ______________________ REFERENTIAL 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. 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 bonus episodes posted more frequently than Main 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 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/referential/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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