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Radio Free X

By Michelle Denise Norton

Politics and current events through our very personal LGBTQ Gen X lens. Gayle and Michelle met at Northwestern University in 1988 as the AIDS epidemic seized the national political narrative. Now we are watching our country barely keep a half step ahead of fascist and white supremacists cheating their way to power in another pandemic. Listen for our take on current events and practical ways to make our country better for everyone.
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Radio Free XJul 09, 2019

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Nancy Drew is probably vaccinated

Nancy Drew is probably vaccinated

We talk about the wonders of Nancy Drew on the CW - go watch it, right now - and the state of vaccinations and live theater.
May 27, 202129:02
Vaccines and Voting

Vaccines and Voting

We chat about pandemic things and explain the Pennsylvania ballot questions.
May 08, 202128:12
Get Your Covid-19 Vaccinations, Protect Trans Kids, And Other Ways To Save The Universe

Get Your Covid-19 Vaccinations, Protect Trans Kids, And Other Ways To Save The Universe

We talk Covid-19 vaccinations, pandemic walls, anti trans bills, and corporations stepping up.
Apr 14, 202121:19
Relief and Repression

Relief and Repression

We talk the Covid-19 relief package and Congressional delays.
Mar 10, 202133:47
Texas and Georgia On Our Minds

Texas and Georgia On Our Minds

We talk Texas, Ted Cruz, Republicans and deregulation, Georgia and voting rights.
Feb 21, 202127:35
High Crimes And Cowards

High Crimes And Cowards

Our reaction to the second impeachment of former President Donald J. Trump. Plus some GOP state skulduggery.
Feb 14, 202141:20
PTSD Nation

PTSD Nation

We talk President Biden's initial actions and what you need to watch for and push back against on the local level as Republicans assault voter and trans rights.
Feb 07, 202129:39
No Havens For Fascist Republicans

No Havens For Fascist Republicans

We talk about January 6th, 2021 and the massacre that could have happened at the United States Capitol, incited by Donald Trump, Josh Hawley, Ted Cruz, and too many other Republicans. Do not forget their names.
Jan 09, 202125:06
Snow, Singing, and Sedition

Snow, Singing, and Sedition

We talk snow, Christmas movies, Godzilla, Love Live, congressional Covid-19 failings, and the GOP's Russia, lying, and sedition addictions.
Dec 19, 202041:12
Losers believe Donald Trump; Winners back Dolly Parton

Losers believe Donald Trump; Winners back Dolly Parton

We're back after a break to talk sore losers, the Covid-19 crisis, coming out, Christmas movies, and Dolly frikkin American hero Parton.
Dec 05, 202025:33
You Voted, Now Stay The Fuck Home

You Voted, Now Stay The Fuck Home

*said with love*
Nov 14, 202029:45
Good Morning, Voters!

Good Morning, Voters!

We check in and give you resources to help if you have any difficulties with voting. Now go vote Biden Harris.
Nov 03, 202012:25
We Got This America

We Got This America

Don't believe disinformation, our elections are secure, and voting is sexy. And vote BLUE!!!
Oct 31, 202032:06
Early Voting And Other Ways To Save Lives

Early Voting And Other Ways To Save Lives

keep calm and go vote! also, keep paying attention to covid-19, and the current Supreme Court nominee is no friend to the lgbtq community.
Oct 24, 202023:08
K-Pop and The Ballot Box

K-Pop and The Ballot Box

Voting is happening, join in and help us stop the damage the Republicans in power are inflicting on America. #stanLuna
Oct 17, 202016:25
Lies, Kidnapping And Other Right Wing Hobbies

Lies, Kidnapping And Other Right Wing Hobbies

We talk about militias, what makes a gang, why Joe Biden isn't a socialist, how Donald Trump has failed America, and why Jeff Bezos owes us all money.
Oct 10, 202029:20
CoronaChump and The Bigot Boys

CoronaChump and The Bigot Boys

We talk about Trump's coronavirus diagnosis, why Biden is the man for the moment, and why white supremacy has NEVER been something anyone should support.
Oct 03, 202027:14
Do Not Obey In Advance

Do Not Obey In Advance

We talk about our current disagreement on how the media is treating Trump, disinformation tactics, some tips for stopping a coup, and why you need to vote Biden-Harris.
Sep 26, 202033:07
Trump No More

Trump No More

Every day there are several new, compelling reasons to vote Biden-Harris. Also, we take a moment of silence for the victims of the coronavirus. And we talk about some of the ways we take breaks from the news.
Sep 10, 202024:51
Letters and a Lawyer

Letters and a Lawyer

We talk about saving the Post Office from the attacks by wannabe dictator Donald Trump and his lackey, Louis DeJoy. In the second half, we talk about Kamala Harris, Joe Biden's Vice Presidential pick, why we're excited, and how to help.
Aug 16, 202033:23
Portland and Padma

Portland and Padma

We talk about the unidentified federal agents who are arresting people in Portland, and then clear the palate with Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi. Yes, it all ties together, give a listen!
Jul 22, 202019:28
Fireworks and Masks

Fireworks and Masks

We talk Fourth Of July, racism, coronavirus, quarantine haircuts, and Carl Reiner.
Jul 05, 202026:01
Murder In America

Murder In America

We talk about the death of George Floyd, murderous police brutality, what's happening on the streets of America right now, and what you can do.
Jun 05, 202027:35
The Half Of It Is All That And More

The Half Of It Is All That And More

We need more Alice Wu movies! Plus we talk about masks, cats, movies, Madonna, JLo and so much more.
May 16, 202028:23
Opera, Anime, and Quarantine Matters So Stay Home

Opera, Anime, and Quarantine Matters So Stay Home

Catching up after a month spent developing a quarantine routine. We talk the National Theatre's Twelfth Night, The Met's operas, Anime Night, coronavirus, and voting.
May 05, 202027:11
Pandemic Spring

Pandemic Spring

We talk about why you should be angry at the total parasitic failure that is the Trump administration and then, in the second half, some casual chat about quarantine life.
Apr 05, 202020:10
And We're Back

And We're Back

Coronavirus quarantining, Emma the movie, and Brooklyn 99 -- hitting the highlights.
Mar 19, 202017:14
Our C and W episode: The CW, Elizabeth Warren, and Coronavirus.

Our C and W episode: The CW, Elizabeth Warren, and Coronavirus.

Surprise: we are a The CW household. No surprise: we want you to VOTE FOR WARREN. Also, WASH YOUR HANDS.
Mar 03, 202018:37
Get It Done Smart Women

Get It Done Smart Women

Elizabeth Warren, Nancy Drew and more - we're talking about smart women who get it done. Also, Bess Marvin is a lesbian disaster and we LOVE IT.
Feb 26, 202018:00
Birds Of A Prey And An International Sensation

Birds Of A Prey And An International Sensation

We talk about Birds Of Prey, Margot Robbie, Harley Quinn, Cathy Yan And then we gush about Parasite's well deserved Oscar wins, Miky Lee, and Korea's reach into entertainment.
Feb 10, 202021:32
Weather, the Impeachment Enters A New Phase, and What the Heck Is A Caucus

Weather, the Impeachment Enters A New Phase, and What the Heck Is A Caucus

We talk about the beautiful skies of Weathering With You, the ugly truths of Impeachment, and some quirks of local politics.
Jan 29, 202024:42
The Impeachment Trial Has Come Upon Us, Plus Batwoman Is Really Cool

The Impeachment Trial Has Come Upon Us, Plus Batwoman Is Really Cool

We give you our Impeachment trial perspective, and then talk heroes, Crisis On Infinite Earths, Batwoman and being out for the public good.
Jan 22, 202020:57
Oscars So Dudes and Some Movies We Actually Watched

Oscars So Dudes and Some Movies We Actually Watched

We react to the Oscar nominations (too many dudes, J Lo was robbed, what the heck Hollywood), talk about movies we did see in 2019 and enjoy. We also review Like A Boss.
Jan 14, 202017:40
Warren, War, and Fire

Warren, War, and Fire

Gayle listens to an Elizabeth Warren speech for the first time, we discuss Julián Castro's Warren endorsement, and the marginalized communities they are both fighting for. Then we talk Iran, war, and assassinations. And we finish up with how and why we all need to help a burning Australia like the American Rescue Crafters Connect network.
Jan 08, 202023:54
Breaking the gremlin rules in 2020

Breaking the gremlin rules in 2020

Michelle is breaking the gremlin rules and painting after midnight on New Year's Eve. Add a couple of bonus movie reviews in and our hopes for 2020.
Jan 01, 202019:46
michelle vs kylo ren

michelle vs kylo ren

We talk about the final Star Wars movie, with rants from Michelle about the horrors of Kylo Ren and why that character is so not necessary to the story along with discussions of how bad JJ Abrams is as a storyteller.
Dec 25, 201924:26
#ImpeachmentEve

#ImpeachmentEve

We review the case for Donald Trump's impeachment, call out the GOP for the lying cowards that they are, and suggest you join a rally on Tuesday, December 17th to insist the no one is above the law.
Dec 17, 201917:30
Spirits and Stirling

Spirits and Stirling

We discuss the gay in Ghosting: The Spirit of Christmas. And we recommend another violin virtuoso (we like them), this one with a Christmas album. Bonus: Gayle rants about the Golden Globes lack of women nominees.
Dec 10, 201918:11
Moving and Music

Moving and Music

We talk about how much fun we're having moving, Thanksgiving, indigenous peoples, Michelle's art, our experience with this amazing concert of music censored by the Third Reich, why you shouldn't give Nazis a platform, and why you should support local artists.
Dec 04, 201920:25
Bring It On, Bosley

Bring It On, Bosley

We tell you why you should go see Charlie's Angels and then segue from Elizabeth Banks to two of our favorite sports movies: Pitch Perfect and Bring It On. We then finish up with an Impeachment watching tip.
Nov 19, 201918:19
The Quaffle Waffle And Other Wonders Of The Season

The Quaffle Waffle And Other Wonders Of The Season

We have untied the ribbon, torn the wrapping paper, and opened the lid on the Christmas season, starting with a three movie weekend. And then we finish off with an Impeachment Season pep talk.
Nov 11, 201919:01
November 11, 2019

November 11, 2019

Nov 11, 201900:51
Humanning with elections and the wonder that is Black Violin

Humanning with elections and the wonder that is Black Violin

It's election night and we're ranting about local election snafus, and then we're raving about the joy, skill and wonder that is Black Violin. Enjoy!
Nov 06, 201922:40
Gayle vs Gettysburg and other scary stories

Gayle vs Gettysburg and other scary stories

Hear our creepy Gettysburg story, other favorite scares, what makes a spooky movie spooky, and the truth about Sherlock Holmes: He wasn't the first fictional modern detective.
Oct 28, 201921:56
The #DemDebates, The Debacle That Is Trump, and Why The Addams Family Will Cheer You Up

The #DemDebates, The Debacle That Is Trump, and Why The Addams Family Will Cheer You Up

Gayle lashes into the President's increasing list of crimes, we talk about the Democratic LGBTQ Town Hall and the latest debate, and finish off with an semi musical ode to The Addams Family.
Oct 16, 201924:02
Hard and Soft: Batwoman's Sharp Edges and The Surprising Fluffiness of Manga Heroes

Hard and Soft: Batwoman's Sharp Edges and The Surprising Fluffiness of Manga Heroes

We walk about the sharpness of Batwoman's first episode, then switch to some softer tones: the gender role bending fun of Monthly Girls Nozaki-Kun and Way Of The House Husband.
Oct 08, 201922:37
Ellington, We Hardly Know You. Shame On Us.

Ellington, We Hardly Know You. Shame On Us.

Turns out the song Michelle is currently obsessed with was written by Duke Ellington. So we dive into Ellington's genius and why if you don't know much about him, you're missing out.
Sep 30, 201920:35
Vicious Politics: Trump and Terrace House

Vicious Politics: Trump and Terrace House

We open with a discussion of Donald Trump, the Ukraine, and the need to impeach, as well as the SAFE Act and keeping our elections free of foreign influences. In good news, we talk the recent GLAAD LGBTQ Forum. And then, in our second half, we introduce the newest series of Terrace House and discuss why we continue to be addicted to this Japanese reality tv show. VROOM ; )
Sep 24, 201925:07
From New York City to Northern Ireland: Women To Watch Out For

From New York City to Northern Ireland: Women To Watch Out For

We're talking about the movie Hustlers, with incredible performances by JLo, Constance Wu, Julia Stiles and the rest of the cast, and how great it is to see a movie about strippers told ENTIRELY from the female view. And then we tell you about our latest tv binge obsession, which is so hysterical that sometimes we can't breathe for laughing.
Sep 17, 201923:09
Did You See CNN?

Did You See CNN?

We watched most of this week's CNN Climate Town Halls with the top 10 Democratic candidates. We tell you who impressed us, which ideas sparked, and what future the candidates are trying to build. Bonus: Michelle goes on a China rant.
Sep 08, 201924:34