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College

College of Arts and Sciences

Major

Psychology and English Literature

Faculty Mentor

Kate Guts

Faculty Editor

Alex Smith

Student Editor

Kaitlyn Delfs and Henry Leyden

Abstract

Queer horror and science fiction (sf) audio dramas populate many podcasting platforms, from explicit calls for and queries about Queer representation to general forums discussing horror and sf audio dramas (or podcasts). In this study, I used the principles of a case study to explore the queer nature of EOS 10 (an sf audio drama). I listened to the podcast EOS 10 and coded transcriptions which focused on Queer themes, in reference to sexuality or in relationship to heteronormativity more generally. I focused primarily on the trope of found family, as well as how audio dramas can push back against heteronormative narratives often present in science fiction. By using Queer theory, I am operating from the lens that queering a narrative goes beyond the presence of queer characters. Studying audio dramas and their queer representation is necessary for understanding the feedback loop of audience members and podcast creators, offering potential avenues for more established and traditional media forms to follow as well as provide frameworks to understanding the non-stereotypical inclusion of queer characters.

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