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Queer Gals Watch the West Wing
Hosted by Leigh Douglas & Fiona Kingwill · EN
Queer Gals Watch The West Wing is a West Wing podcast with a unique twist, offering an affectionate rewatch of Aaron Sorkin's iconic political drama through the eyes of two funny, LGBT podcast hosts, Leigh and Fi. Combining humour, insight, and curiosity, they dive into the show’s portrayal of American politics, iconic characters, and cultural nuances, all from a British perspective that adds fresh observations and witty critiques.
Each week, Leigh and Fi revisit every memorable scene, bringing thoughtful commentary on everything from CJ Cregg’s legendary moments and quick wit to President Bartlet’s fashion sense and his complex moral choices. This comedy podcast is perfect for West Wing fans, political enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a mix of thoughtful reflections and light-hearted banter.
With relatable humour and a distinct perspective, Queer Gals Watch the West Wing makes revisiting the show a fun journey for longtime viewers and new fans alike. Whether you’re here for the nostalgia or the political insights, join Leigh and Fi as they blend engaging conversations with meaningful reflections on American culture, leadership, and the quirks of U.S. politics.
Subscribe for a refreshing, funny, and insightful take on a beloved classic series. After listening, share your favourite West Wing moments in the comments and let us know what you think!
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The West Wing Season 3 Town Hall
Mar 1901:14:12Tap to summarizeBefore they can fully dive into the new season, Leigh and Fi discuss their favourite moments of Season 3, answer listener questions and make predictions for The West Wing Series 4. Leigh and Fi dive into such important issues as the feminism of Amy Gardner, do we actually want or need Josh and Donna to get together, and where are the plotlines for Charlie Young? And it's time for the Oscars of quickfires, from Man I Feel Like a Man to the Best Writerly Moments of Season 3.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The West Wing Season 3 Finale
Jan 1501:27:59Tap to summarizeThe moment you've all been waiting for and Leigh and Fi are very, very angry with Aaron Sorkin. This week it's all episode recap covering the West Wing Series 3 finale, Posse Comitatus. Leigh is obsessed with our trip to the theatre to take in a Shakespeare play. Meanwhile Fi is absolutely beside herself at the grand entrance of Lily Tomlin into the Bartlet Administration. With honourable mention to the maddest couple in town, Amy Garder and Josh Lyman, the greatest scene of the series thus far with Governor Ritchie, and Charlie Young being very good at his job. We cannot even speak about CJ Cregg.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is Posse Comitatus? | The West Wing Season 3, Episode 20
Jan 801:23:54Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi are ramping up for the end of The West Wing Series 3 with "We Killed Yamamoto." Fi is very taken with the chemistry between CJ Cregg and special agent Simon Donovan. Meanwhile Leigh is actually quite proud of Josh Lyman for taking an absolute dressing down from President Bartlet in the Oval. The gals have a major disagreement over Amy's casual wear and Leigh explains the meaning of the season finale episode title and why its relevant to current affairs in the United States today. With honourable mention to Mrs Landingham on her anniversary and Charlie Young's noble quest to find her replacement.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is a Political Ad? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 19
Jan 101:21:42Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi get into The West Wing Series 3, Episode 19 of the West Wing, "The Black Vera Wang" Fi is thrilled by the appearance of Evan Rachel Wood as CJ Cregg's niece, Hogan Cregg. Leigh meanwhile cannot get past the homoerotic tension between Sam Seaborne and slippery little snake, Kevin Kahn. Leigh then walks Fi through the role of political ads in the United States and why there's such a wild history of slander in US politics. With honourable mention to the sexual tension with Special Agent Simon Donovan, Fitzwallace turning Leigh straight again and an incident involving Donna Moss and some moose meat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is the Secret Service? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 18
Dec 2301:16:35Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi dive into Series 3, Episode 18 of the West Wing, "Stirred." Fi is intrigued by the arrival of Special Agent Simon Donovan on the scene as CJ Cregg's Secret Service detail. Leigh is, of course, crying tears of pride over Charlie Young. Then Leigh breaks down the surprising history of the Secret Service. With honourable mention to Sam Seaborne interacting with Russians and Toby Ziegler having an unusually good day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Who Even is Map Daddy? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 17
Dec 1801:10:05Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi are all about Season 3, Episode 17, "Stirred." Fi is overwhelmed at the prospect of a Bartlet, Fitzwallace ticket and charmed by the Ulysses S. Grant while Leigh is standing in solidarity with Charlie Young's outrage over the tax system. Then, with all this chat about Texas, Leigh can't help but chat all things electoral maps and where Democrats need to flip in 2028 in honour of Map Daddy (or should we say Map Baddie) himself, Steve Kornacki. With honourable mention to Donna Moss making her English teacher proud and our first ever earnest moment with John Hoynes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is a Poet Laureate? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 16
Dec 1101:06:42Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi are positively aquiver at Series 3, Episode 16 of the West Wing, "The U.S. Poet Laureatte" and the arrival of Marmie herself, Laura Dern into the Bartlet White House as Tabitha Fortis. Fi can't stop thinking about lemonlyman.com while Leigh is just excited to see Toby Ziegler get his flirt on. Leigh then dives into what makes someone a poet for a nation? With honourable mention to Bonnie and Ginger for being gossip queens and Jed Bartlet for being a slippering little snake in the grass.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is the IRA? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 15
Dec 401:35:48Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi have finally made it to the much anticipated "Dead Irish Writers," Series 3, Episode 15. Fi has much to see on the triumphant return of Lord John Marbury while Leigh is ready to sing the Canadian National Anthem with Donna Moss and First Lady, Abbey Bartlet. Most importantly, we have the formation of the West Wing's first coven of women drinking wine, something both Leigh and Fi feel passionately about. Leigh is ready and raring to right the wrongs of Lord John's summary of Irish history. With honourable mention to Charlie Young trapped outside the party with the president, CJ Cregg's back in *that* dress, and Josh Lyman being undone by women.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is New Hampshire? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 14
Nov 2701:11:22Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi chat about Series 3, Episode 14 of the West Wing, "Hartsfield's Landing" Fiona is very moved by Sam Seaborn receiving a chess board from President Bartlet while Leigh is brought to tears at the beauty of democracy as a fictional eighteen year old casts her vote for the first time. In honour of Jed Bartlet, Leigh then teaches Fi all about the tradition of the New Hampshire primary, and the folksy tradition of the midnight vote. With honourable mention to Donna Moss in Josh Lyman's coat, the pranking game of Charlie Young and bisexual Jed Bartlet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →What Even is Make America Hot Again? | The West Wing Season 3 Episode 13
Nov 2001:30:41Tap to summarizeLeigh and Fi crash into The West Wing Series 3, Episode 13 "Night Five" Fiona is thrilled by the triumphant return of Dr. Stanley Keyworth while Leigh only has eyes for Emily Proctor as the inimitable Ainsley Hayes chatting all things Lipstick Feminism with Queer Gals faves Bonnie and Ginger. Said discussion lends the question, where would Ainsley Hayes stand in 2025 on the Make America Hot Again Movement, trad wives and The Conservateur? Leigh gives us the goss on this current cultural phenomenon. With honourable mention to a good dog breaking his leash, Celia the feminist temp, and the love of ours and Toby Ziegler's life, Congresswoman Andrea Wyatt.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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