The Wonders I've Seen

Tanagra
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Welcome to The Wonders I've Seen, where there's no such thing as weird or normal-there's just different! TWIS discusses minority representation in fictional spaces;whether in tv shows, movies, novels, or video games. It's hosted by Tanagra, a Geek Girl Nerd of Color with a passion for Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and socio-political awareness. With beverage in hand, she wonders about fictional spaces: what they reflect about the society that creates them, and how they affect the geeks who love them. Follow @TanagaraGGNOC on twitter for all news. Produced by SunnyTales.

  1. WandaVision: Sloppy Writing or Villain Origin Story?

    03/19/2021

    WandaVision: Sloppy Writing or Villain Origin Story?

    What do you call someone who mentally abuses a thousand people then does nothing to fix it? Certainly not a hero. Come discuss Marvel's WandaVision - Wanda's journey through grief and how it set her on the path to be Marvel's next big bad...or was it just sloppy writing? Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #wandavision #scarletwitch #marvel #disneyplus

    29 min
  2. Whitney Houston's CINDERELLA: A Fairytale for All

    03/05/2021

    Whitney Houston's CINDERELLA: A Fairytale for All

    In 1997, Whitney Houston brought Brandy to tv screens across America as the first Black Disney princess in Rogers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. It was a fairytale for all in more than just rhetoric, but in practice. The tv film utilized colourlind casting to create a world where anyone could see themselves in any role; a fairytale land where we were all allowed a happy ending and a chance at the impossible. Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #cinderella #whitneyhouston #brandy #musical #disney #fairytale

    18 min
  3. PEARL NEXT DOOR: Not All Pearls Are Shiny

    02/19/2021

    PEARL NEXT DOOR: Not All Pearls Are Shiny

    Bubbly, supportive best friend, and everyone's favorite third wheel has returned! Pearl is back leading her own series, Pearl Next Door! After stealing several scenes from the Gameboys OTP, and the hearts of the audience, Pearl's now trying to find someone to take care of hers; but, this drama isn't the Covid-based, HEA Romance of Gameboys. Rather, Pearl Next Door is the story of a young woman figuring herself out and discovering what she wants from a relationship; and, for better or worse, two smitten ladies are along for the ride. Join Tanagra as she talks about why all pearls aren't shiny. Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #PearlNextDoor #Gameboys #webseries #romance

    26 min
  4. BATWOMAN: A New Beginning

    02/05/2021

    BATWOMAN: A New Beginning

    The CW's new Batwoman is Black, queer, knows several martials, and represents intersectionality both on screen and off, but even with all the hype does anyone want to watch ALL of Season 1 just to watch Season 2? Tanagra is a completionist but, following the lead of the production team, this time she decided, "new Batwoman, new show" and dived cluelessly into Season 2. Come listen as Tanagra discusses her experience watching the beginning of Batwoman season 2 and whether or not season 1 is requisite viewing beforehand. Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #batwoman #cw #comics #tvshow

    14 min
  5. GAMEBOYS: Boys' Love in the time of Covid

    01/23/2021

    GAMEBOYS: Boys' Love in the time of Covid

    This week Tanagra talks Netflix's latest BL acquisition and their first Phillipine BL acquisition, Gameboys: Level-Up Edition! Originally a web series, the show follows the love story of gaming streamer Cairo and his fan-turned-suitor Gavreel. The young actors and passionate production team created a story that captured a modern day internet romance during Covid. Netflix has now re-released this gem for an international audience with new footage, but the same sweet storyline. Come talk BL, realism in Romance, and (happy) baby gays with Tanagra! Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #netflix #gameboys #romance #webseries

    21 min
  6. BRIDGERTON: Creatively Racist

    01/08/2021

    BRIDGERTON: Creatively Racist

    Tanagra discusses the TV adaptation of Bridgerton on Netflix with her guest Ariel: its depiction of romance, race, and how it bears the mark of Shondaland. Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #netflix #romance #regency

    48 min
  7. DANCE DREAMS HOT CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER: The Power of Dance

    12/25/2020

    DANCE DREAMS HOT CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER: The Power of Dance

    Debbie Allen is a star of the dance world and an all-around living legend. She has parlayed that success into the Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that teaches dance to every body, shape, and color to inspire and transform the lives of their students no matter their income. Tanagra discusses Dance Dreams Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, the Netflix documentary about the DADA annual fundraiser, the inspiration behind it, and the inspiration it ignites! Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #nutcracker #dance #netflix #documentary #debbieallen

    19 min
  8. A CHRISTMAS PRINCE: Back to the Aldoviaverse?

    12/18/2020

    A CHRISTMAS PRINCE: Back to the Aldoviaverse?

    Are Queen Amber and King Richard coming back for A Christmas Prince 4 in 2021? Only the king and queen have expressed interests, but that won't stop us from speculating! Tanagra talks storyline predictions and potential cast replacements. Grab your hot chocolate and join us in the mountains of Aldovia! Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! And tune in every Friday this December for more Christmas content. #christmasprince #netflix #christmas #romance

    13 min
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About

Welcome to The Wonders I've Seen, where there's no such thing as weird or normal-there's just different! TWIS discusses minority representation in fictional spaces;whether in tv shows, movies, novels, or video games. It's hosted by Tanagra, a Geek Girl Nerd of Color with a passion for Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and socio-political awareness. With beverage in hand, she wonders about fictional spaces: what they reflect about the society that creates them, and how they affect the geeks who love them. Follow @TanagaraGGNOC on twitter for all news. Produced by SunnyTales.

Information

  • Creator
    Tanagra
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2021
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tanagra
  • Show Website
    The Wonders I've Seen