The Matrix (1999) with Emily VanDerWerff

On this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Emily VanDerWerff get unplugged from the simulation and discuss The Matrix (1999). (This episode contains spoilers) Here is our guest Emily VanDerWerff's Vox piece, "How The Matrix universalized a trans experience -- and helped me accept my own" - https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/3/30/18286436/the-matrix-wachowskis-trans-experience-redpill Here is the Will Smith video "Why I Turned Down The Matrix": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm2szuXKgL8 Here is the Gap Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJ735krOiPo For Bechdel bonuses, sign up for our Patreon at patreon.com/bechdelcast Follow @@emilyvdwn on Twitter. While you're there, you should also follow @BechdelCast, @caitlindurante and @jamieloftusHELP Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com