Dr Ava Parsemain introduces an episode of Empire (2015-pres.), framing it in terms of the visibility of and its engagement with non-heterosexual identities. She contends that Empire explores notions of identity and fluidity in a way that challenges social norms and conventions and essentially presents a progressive and positive image of queerness. Ava’s paper is followed by a Q&A session with the audience present on the day. The Q&A in this podcast refers to Empire Season 2 Episode 10, which was screened immediately following Ava’s paper.