Pop Cult Digest

Join the discussion as you hear from David Pearson, a TV and film director, writer and producer. David is well-known for directing the BBC documentary film series ‘A change of Sex’. This ground-breaking 5 part series follows the journey of the trailblazing transgender woman, Julia Grant. We see her become her true self as she faces all the issues and struggles that come with it. The first episode premiered on BBC Two in 1979 and it was one of the first documentary films about transgender issues. David Pearson followed Julia as he directed the films until the 5th episode in 1999. This podcast episode, David opens up about his films as he touches on his relationship with Julia, the amazing stories that came from filming her and the plans he has for the future. Take a trip into the past as we talk about all that has changed and how far we’ve come.

As we slowly leave the life of lockdowns behind us, the world is gradually reopening around us. What does that mean? Theatre is back! As the stage doors are now wide open, our favourite shows and musicals are back on the road. One of them being ‘Priscilla Queen of the Desert: The Musical’, which is currently showing in my hometown of Cheltenham. With such a big show close to home, I couldn’t miss out on such an exciting opportunity. So I got the chance to speak to one of the cast, that being Nick Hayes who plays the iconic role of Felicia. He tells all on the show and what it means to him to be back on the stage- plus more. Listen now to hear it all!

She’s back! Dani Harmer joins us in this special episode to talk all about her new record-breaking show ‘My Mum Tracy Beaker’. In this episode we discuss all things from Dani’s obsession for RuPaul’s Drag Race to her strange life in lockdown. We also discuss the importance of representation in the media and how ‘The Story of Tracy Beaker’ did this more than most. Will Dani ever guest judge on Drag Race UK? What’s next for Dani and her performing arts academy? What’s Michelle Visage’s new obsession for Tracy Beaker about? Listen now and find out!

Joe Biden’s 2021 Presidential Inauguration brought a whole new level of fashion to the world of politics. From Kamala Harris’ perfect purple pantsuit to Bernie Sander’s humble mittens, we take a look at what it means to have style as a politician and how it impacts us all. Is it important? Is it sexist? Can an outfit really win you an election? Join the conversation and see what you think on this.

In this extra special episode, join the conversation with me and my celebrity guest, Sophie Anderson the Cock Destroyer. We talk on all things from lockdowns to her new show Slag Wars and her new found online fame. Sophie opens up on what it means to be a cock destroyer, working her way up in the sex industry and discusses the major struggles shes faced along the way. You don’t want to miss out on this one...

From Mariah Carey’s high notes to Joe Exotic’s plea to Kim Kardashian to get him out of jail... We discuss all the major pop culture moments from the last week, as well as dive into Elliot Page’s coming out letter and what this all means- with special guest Alex Finch.

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