In this episode, host Keyur sits down with Wren Valentino — actor, producer, author, and film critic — for a lively and layered conversation about queer baiting, stereotypes, and the evolution of queer representation in popular culture.

From the coded desires of The Picture of Dorian Gray and classic film noir to the rise of authentic queer storytelling in indie cinema, Keyur and Wren explore how queerness has been both hidden and highlighted throughout artistic history.

Expect insights on queer-coded villains, forbidden love in gothic literature, modern fan culture, and the creative power of reclaiming queer identity in art.

Smart, funny, and refreshingly honest — this episode celebrates the stories that finally let queer characters step out of the shadows and into the spotlight.