Transcending Comics

Today on Transcending Comics, we're joined by the legendary Grant Morrison as we return to our Invisible Community College Book Club series of episodes. Our conversation explores Morrison's experiences with The Invisibles, their approach to writing trans characters in the 80s and 90s, and the ways they've incorporated magick into their writing. For those our there that haven't read The Invisibles, there's plenty to enjoy here as the series is only a springboard for a discussion that takes us into the world of Morrison's creative process, and an opportunity to hear their views on life, consciousness, and the nature of reality. Be sure to check out Grant's latest work on their newsletter, Xanaduum, at https://grantmorrison.substack.com/ Special thanks to Lisa Cralwey and the folks at the Imperius Rex YouTube channel for allowing us to use their theme song, "Become Invisible," as today's outro.Check out more of their work at: https://lisacrawley.bandcamp.com/https://www.youtube.com/imperiusrex Our intro song is "A Little Soul" by Carlsin, check out more of his music on https://www.carlsin.com/. Find us on:BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/tomitrembath.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transcendingcomics/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TranscendingComicsTwitter: @TranscendComics https://twitter.com/TranscendComicsEmail: transcendingcomics@gmail.com

This week on Transcending Comics, we're chatting with Algy from Lifeline Comics about his debut full-length comic, Ozma: The Trans Witch of Oz, now live on Kickstarter (last day to back: September 18). We talk about magic-as-HRT, Ozma’s role in trans-fiction, tasteful NSFW storytelling, the Ever Afterverse, Oz adaptations from to Wicked and Return to Oz, and the leap from editing to writing. If you love queer retellings and lush fantasy with heart, you’ll want to check this out! Be sure to check out the first seven preview pages on the Kickstarter and back the book before September 18th! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicuno/ozma Find us on:BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/tomitrembath.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transcendingcomics/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TranscendingComics Twitter: @TranscendComics https://twitter.com/TranscendComics Email: transcendingcomics@gmail.com Our intro song is "A Little Soul" and our outro is "You've Been Starring" both by Carlsin. Check out more of his music at Carlsin.com

This week on Transcending Comics, we're exploring trans themes in some of our favorite manga. We're joined by Des Fox, the mind and voice behind the incredible YouTube channel, Amdrag! Together, we'll journeying into the world of manga to discuss its portrayal of trans and non-binary identities, both spiritually and culturally. First up is the series "Welcome Back, Alice" by Shuzo Oshimi, exploring the complexities of gender identity through the lens of a deeply psychological coming of age romance. We'll be getting into how these stories become a medium for trans exploration and spiritual understanding. We'll also be discussing "Goodbye, Eri" by Chainsaw Man's Tatsuki Fujimoto, which explores intricate web of creation, memory, and the emotional landscape of storytelling, as well as Tomi's deep personal connection to the story. Be sure to check out Des' work on YouTube for the ultimate combination of anime AMVs and spiritual exploration!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Y_HBzW8B9c

Hey folks, it's been a minute since my last episode, and I wanted to share a few updates. I've been dealing with a flooded studio, the difficulties of starting a business as a convention vendor, and then there's the recently elected existential threat facing the trans community... I have a few thoughts I'd like to share, and I want to set expectations regarding the status of both my shows and our release schedule going forward. This episode isn't all doom and gloom though. I'm a firm believer that our reality is constructed by the stories we tell ourselves and each other. So in a situation like this, I think it's time we tell a better one. I'm just one trans gal with a couple podcasts, but the one thing I can give to you all is a story. A story about how we face these next 4 years together, and come out stronger regardless of what's thrown at us. Be safe out there friends, and thank you for listening.Music Credits for Today's Episode: Our intro song, "Push" and our outro, "Fine," are both by the incredibly talented Rockstar & Elise, you can check out both songs on their EP "The Future" on BandCamp and other platforms: https://rockstarelise.bandcamp.com/album/the-future-epTheir Website: RockstarElise.com The song used during out story is "Survive" by Lane 8 feat. Channy Leaneagh (Sultan + Shepard Remix): https://youtu.be/HbR6yWxjS8g?si=J2rlqXEgKBBQSH4G

In celebration of winning "Episode of the Year" and "Best Production" at the Iowa Podcast Awards, we're re-releasing one of the most unique and psychedelic podcasts we've ever made, It's Morphin' Time! This was Tomi's coming-out episode that was originally published on the Giant Sized Violence feed back in February of 2023, which we're excited to share in both podcast feeds! The updated version of the episode includes a new intro and outro, and some exciting updates about recent and upcoming projects that we'd love our listeners to get involved with! Original Description: In this deeply personal episode, we'll be covering highlights of the last year, commemorating the heroes we lost, and walk through Tomi's experience of finding their voice through heroes like the Power Rangers. Along the way, they recount their story of their own psychedelic experience that led to a life-changing realization. For the first time in our show's history, we also incorporate music to accompany the story! Join us for a journey through loss, transformation, and self-discovery. It's Morphin' Time! Music Used: You’re an Ace Kid By DEMONDICE you're an ace, kid- DEMONDICE Enchantment By Nora En PureNora En Pure - EnchantmentThe Greatest Pac-Man Victory in History By Aesop Rock The Greatest Pac-Man Victory In History The Starting Line By Neil Cicierega Neil Cicierega - The Starting Line Clouds By Sunny and Gabe https://youtu.be/Dlv4Uh3zxw8?si=eBZlXelX78HJMeoW Welcome to the Internet By Bo Burnham (aixva remix) Bo Burnham - Welcome to the Internet (aixva remix) All Eyes on Me (OriginTori remix) By Bo Burnham https://on.soundcloud.com/neWVC3kBXD5Jz34K6 Space Monkey Mafia By Neil Cicierega Neil Cicierega - Space Monkey Mafia Still Here By Girl Talk Here's the Thing AhHa By Nate Ruess https://youtu.be/daaQkKU7AGw?si=ooYWa7s_QXPaOAWw Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (Original Theme)By Ron Wasserman Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Full Theme Song Megazord (feat. ProbCause & Chrishira Perrier) By GRiZ MEGAZORD - GRiZ (feat. ProbCause & Chrishira Perrier) (Official Visualizer) Legend of the Power Saurus By Victorius Legend of the Power Saurus We Need a Hero (Piano Version)By Ron Wasserman Ron Wasserman - We Need a Hero (Piano Version) Bluish By Animal Collective Animal Collective - Bluish (Official Video) Survive By Lane 8 (feat. Channy Leaneagh) Lane 8 - Survive feat. Channy Leaneagh Gratitude By Above & Beyond Oliver Smith Remix: Above & Beyond and anamē feat. Marty Longstaff - Gratitude (Oliver Smith Remix) Split Bootleg Remix: Above & Beyond and Gardenstate feat Marty Longstaff - Gratitude (SPLIT Bootleg) OriginTori Remix: https://on.soundcloud.com/WkPXkDoyuGKGe6kZ8 Komm: Süsser Tod By Shiro Sagisu, Arianne, Hideaki Anno, lyrics removed by Yordle Komm, süsser Tod (M-10 Director's Edit Version) - Instrumental [Removed Vocals]

This week, Eri and Tomi dive headfirst into the vat of comedy chemicals that is The People's Joker! We discuss everything we love about Vera Drew's incredible indie film, and how it changes our viewpoints on what we expect to see from trans representation in comic book films going forward. You can buy The People's Joker on DVD, Blu-ray, and VHS from DiabolikDVD or Amazon today! Don't forget to support our own first comic, When We Transform, currently live on Kickstarter! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tomitrembath/when-we-transform

Big news and big changes incoming! My first comic, When We Transform, launches on Kickstarter this Thursday, August 1st! Sign up to get notified at launch by going to WhenWeTransform.com or by visiting our pre-launch page on Kickstarter! If you're a fan of the comics we cover on either of our podcasts, you're going to love this book! We're also bringing the show to FlameCon in New York City on August 17th! Come see the live panel for "Transcending Comics: A Trans & Non-Binary Comic Creators Q&A" featuring panelists like Maia Kobabe, Jay Edidin, Kim Wang, Dan Falco, and Ben Kahn! Also, be on the lookout for our upcoming Patreon for Keymaster Collective, our parent company encompassing Transcending Comics, When We Transform, Giant Sized Violence, and our other ongoing creative projects and collaborations!

On this week's episode, we're remembering one of the most important figures in the history of trans comics, Rachel Pollack. Rachel was the first openly trans writer working in mainstream comics, and the creator of Coagula from the Doom Patrol. She was also a major figure in the realms of Tarot and spiritualism, on top of being an award winning science fiction writer. Joining us today to discuss Rachel's work is her friend and collaborator, Joe Corallo. Joe also contributed an original story to last month's DC Pride: A Celebration of Rachel Pollack, in which he brought DC's first trans superhero back into ongoing continuity. We also want to dedicate this episode to Liara Kaylee Tsai, an incredible DJ who was kind enough to let us feature her music in the second episode of our show. She was a pillar of our local trans communities, and we miss her dearly. This week's opening song is her untitled sample from 15 Mar 21, and our outro is her song Tesselation Matrix. You can listen to more of her music on soundcloud at https://soundcloud.com/vutall

This week on Transcending Comic's, we're joined by Tiktok's "Just Nausicaa" for a discussion about trans representation in on of our favoire anime, Neon Genesis Evangelion! We'll be discussing how we came across this series, what it's meant to us over the years, and examining its characters and themes through a trans and queer lens. We discuss Shinji's journey and its resonance with the trans experience, the unique character dynamics, and the impact of the series on our lives. We also delve into the Rebuild films and their portrayal of trans themes, as well as the evolution of our own perspectives as we revisit this iconic anime post-transition. This episode is a deep dive into how media can reflect and shape our understanding of identity, trauma, and self-discovery.

To celebrate Free Comic book Day 2024, we're doing a special cross-posted episode of Transcending Comics and Giant Sized Violence. Eri and Tomi go back and forth discussing their free comic picks, and have a quick discussion on a great graphic novel find, Princess Knight by Osamu Tezuka (to be covered in a future episode of Transcending Comics).Eri's Picks:Monster HighMad Magazine: FCBD 2024 Special EditionUnico: The Awakening Tomi's Picks:Gatchaman #0UltraDuckEnergon Universe Special

We're back this week to finally return to our Invisible Community College Book Club series, where Tomi and Eri are covering The Invisibles by Grant Morrison one volume at a time! We'll be covering issues #13-25, as found in the second collected edition of the series. We also be discuss some of Grant Morrison's Substack essays that get into the writing process for the series, as well as their real-life experiences that inspired the events of these issues! It's a trippy conversation on an even trippier book, that leads us through musings on our own experiences of gender exploration, as well as the magic of storytelling!

Join us this week for a conversation with an absolute icon in the world of queer superheroes, Jadzia Axelrod! Creator of one of the most prominent trans superhero comics, Galaxy: The Prettiest Star, as well as the latest Hawkgirl miniseries from DC Comics! Our conversation isn't just about her comics though, we also get into Jadzia's colorful backstory and her dabblings with circus performance, puppeteering, and costume design! We also discuss her long history with podcasting, going all the way back to 2005, and how that influenced the way she would later write comics.