Bad Queers
285 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -This podcast is for people who feel like they came out of the closet and got placed in a box. It’s time to put the u-haul theory to bed, and connect over being Bad Queers. Join Kris and Shana, fellow Bad Queers, to discuss breaking stereotypes, owning your identity and their unpopular queer opinions. Bad Queers will leave you both offended and inspired by the news, stories and advice about the very fluid, very real LGBTQ+ experience.
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Bi Supremacy I Episode 216
July 08, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBVictoria Monèt and Teyana Taylor CARRIED the BET Awards. Amber Ruffin comes out for Pride. Speaking of Pride, this year's protests reminded us that Pride was a riot. In Am I A Bad Queer, we reiterate our stance on disowning disrespectful family members and discuss if queer friends are mandatory. In Bad Queer Opinions, we hard agree with Durand Bernarr's comment on zesty and sassy being the new F word. Shoutouts: Kris: Angie Daniels- traveling vegan chef, caterer, and owner of Nefe Vee, a...
Gay & Tired I Episode 215
July 01, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBThe USWNT team said Black women to the FRONT and Sha'Carri Richardson set a new record at the Olympic trials. No surprise here, 25 rainbow waving companies donated $18 million to anti-LGBTQ politicians and a study shows that Black people who don't support queer rights oppose attacks on the LGBTQ+ community. Bad Queer opinions include being out longer does not make you more queer and folks who walk around in all rainbow are, basically, rainbow capitalism. Shoutouts: Kris: QWOC Books is ha...
Segregation Forever (w/Preston Mitchum) I Episode 214
June 24, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBThe fastest turnaround we've ever had with company, welcome back Preston Mitchum! This time we got to know Preston better. We recapped on his experience with DC Black Pride and what his Pride schedule looks like (busy!), what non-monogamy looks like in his relationship and recapping the second season of Martha's Vineyard. Bad Queer Opinions include a Bad Queer discussion, whether to watch the rest of Jerrod Carmichael's reality TV show and thoughts around who should be invited to Black queer...
Bad Queers Pride I Episode 213
June 17, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBWelcome to the Bad Queers Pride episode! Kris and Shana take a trip down memory lane to discuss their favorite pride memories, reflect on the iconic moment that was Janelle Monáe's headlining pride performance and standing ten toes down with Ms. Rachel after she gets backlash for wishing her audience 'Happy Pride'. Then they wrap up the episode with sharing their top 5 song on their pride list. Shoutouts: Kris: Durand Bernarr - En Route is the best of the summer. The music, The visual EP ...
Strap Down Campaign (w/Deidree Golbourne) I Episode 212
June 10, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBThis week we welcome WNBA influencer and financial advisor, Deidree Golbourne. We deep dive into the exciting changes, and drama, surrounding the WNBA. From dancing in floor seats with Ellie the Elephant to how the discourse on social media has changed surrounding the W, we discuss it all. During Bad Queer Opinions we talk about LGBTQ+ folks supporting LGBTQ+ businesses, Happy Pride being the new Happy Holidays and a campaign against wearing your strap outside. Shoutouts Shana: Ladies...
Bad Queers IRL I Episode 211
June 03, 2024 07:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBOur very first in person recording is HERE! Kris and Shana were able to get together in New York City to record in studio for the first time. Consider this their live therapy session as they reflect on the last 4 years of Bad Queers. Reflecting on how they've changed personally, and professionally, highlights and lowlights of stories they've covered, guests and their impact, and they share future hopes and dreams for the podcast. Then we wrap up the show reflecting on our favorite Bad Quee...
Half Back Bone | Episode 210
May 27, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBThis weeks episode might as well be sponsored by the @wnba. We're back with a new episode and so much WNBA news to cover. Also in Category is, GLAAD gives failing grades to all major social media platforms and Target's decision to only sell their annual Pride collection in specific stores and online. In Am I A Bad Queer, we discuss if Rep. Crockett's Bleach blonde bad built butch body comment was offensive and setting boundaries with family members. Shana calls women's sports bars inheren...
[Crossover Episode w/Minoritea Report] Bad Queers is back, AYA: Rooted in Red, Do you give a damn about Caitlyn Clark?
May 20, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBThis week, we are share an episode where Bad Queers, Kris and Shana, were guests on Minoritea Report. Shana and Kris from Bad Queers are back for a crossover episode! Be sure to head over to Bad Queers Podcast to hear even more as Yo Aunteas are guests on their show! A lot has changed since the last time they stopped by, moves, motherhood, and a lot of Beyonce! The NCAA Women's Tourny crowns a new champion but everyone is still talking about Caitlyn Clark... do you give a damn? This wee...
Get Yourself a Nerd (w/Imara Jones from Translash Media) I Episode 209
May 13, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBWe've got company! Imara Jones is back on the show after 4 years and filling us in on all her amazing accomplishments since we last spoke– including being named Time Mag's 100 Most Influential People in 2023. But what we really get into with Imara is everything love and relationships. The current dating scene in New York, where she meets people, red and green flags, dating studs and MOCs, her blind spots, harmful stereotypes of trans women and why you should get yourself a nerd. Shoutouts...
Stud Chore Chart | Episode 208
May 06, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBSome good news and good mess this week. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission strengthens protections for trans and nonbinary employees in American workplaces for the first time in 25 years. A new International Olympic Committee-sponsored study finds that trans women athletes are at a relative disadvantage in many key physical areas compared to their cis counterparts. We also circle back on the latest updates from the Ali Krieger/Ashlyn Harris/Sophia Bush saga and ask why the Chicago ...
Queer Grandfather Clause (w/Preston Mitchum) I Episode 207
April 29, 2024 07:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBWe've got company! This week we welcome Preston Mitchum from Bravo TV's 'Summer House: Martha's Vineyard' to discuss what it was really like to be a Reality TV Star. We dive deep into the important conversations that happened on the show, Black gay representation on reality tv and relationships with production. Preston shares his coming out experience and what it's like to be a Black gay man in his fraternity. Bad queer opinions range from the word lesbian not being a slur to all queer folks...
Trusted Toes I Episode 206
April 22, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBWe've got company! Welcome back Jerell, Kerel and Dawon from Minoritea Podcast. After a much needed catch up, we deep dive into what is happening in pop culture. We share our feelings on Jerrod Carmichael's reality tv show, the Cowboy Carter experience (including a ranking of Beyoncé's albums) and WTF is happening with Amanda Seales? Shoutouts: Shana: Hot Flash - a monthly party for our 30+ lesbian and queer community. Hosted by @damn.good.dyke.nights in LA Kris: The Black Music Archi...
Trusted Toes (w/Minoritea Report Podcast) I Episode 206
April 22, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBWe've got company! Welcome back Jerell, Kerel and Dawon from Minoritea Podcast. After a much needed catch up, we deep dive into what is happening in pop culture. We share our feelings on Jerrod Carmichael's reality tv show, the Cowboy Carter experience (including a ranking of Beyoncé's albums) and WTF is happening with Amanda Seales? Shoutouts: Shana: Hot Flash - a monthly party for our 30+ lesbian and queer community. Hosted by @damn.good.dyke.nights in LA Kris: The Black Music Archi...
Ringless GOAT I Episode 205
April 15, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBThis week we wrap up our thoughts on the University of South Carolina vs. Iowa Women's Basketball Game and our hopes for the WNBA draft. Bad Queer Opinion - Can't be the G.O.A.T. without a championship. Rest in Power to Carlos Collins and we share the top 10 most challenged books in 2023. In AIABQ? we discuss the decision to only date queer women of color and how to initiate a friends with benefits relationship. Bad Queer Opinions are shared on fans continuing to show the same energy they sh...
Cowboy Carter (w/Joshua Mackey from INTO) I Episode 204
April 08, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBWelcome to our special Cowboy Carter review! We start off the episode discussing Jerrod Carmichael's new reality TV show and the awkwardness that ensues. We continue our predictions for the NCAA Women's Basketball - March Madness tournament (we are a South Carolina podcast) and a full review of the Elite 8 games and controversy surrounding LSU (I mean, Kim Mulkey). All of this happens before we welcome Joshua Mackey, Assistant Editor of INTO, for a deep dive on Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album....
Real Fake News | Episode 203
April 01, 2024 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBAfter a month of travel, we're back with a live-ish, fast-and-furious episode– we have a LOT to cover. Fake news got exposed this week as Media Matters released their study on The New York Times anti-trans misinformation in their reporting. The madness of March is upon us and hasn't disappointed, we talk the first two rounds of the Women's BBall tourney and Sweet 16 predictions. Plus we button up this season of Love is Blind with our final thoughts on the finale and reunion. Shoutouts: Sh...
God is Good... Amen (?) (w/Hope Giselle) I Episode 202
March 25, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBWe have company! Hope Giselle joins the show to discuss her Miami upbringing, how dance and theater shaped her life, and her trans-awakening while attending an HBCU. We also dive into her new role as Executive Director, President, and CEO of the National Trans Visibility March, what to expect from this year's march, the stress and excitement of planning her upcoming wedding, and Hope's Cowboy Carter predictions. Shoutouts: Shana: Queer Fem Parties: Cultivating a community celebrating QTBI...
Caucasity Worldwide (w/Queer Queens Travel) | Episode 201
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBWe have company! We're diving into the world of travel with Neicy and Noiry of Queer Queens Travel (QQT). The Toronto natives share how they met, the QQT origin story, the current state of Black queer travel, and travel advice for introverts and planning friend trips. Shoutouts: Shana: Queer Aunties- an online platform and creative agency exclusively celebrating Black and Brown Queer culture and community. Follow on IG @queerauntiesla Kris: Devon Blow - multi-talented queer illustrator, ...
24K Gold Areolas (w/ Jade Fox) | Episode 200
March 11, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB200 episodes is insane! A big thank you to everyone who supports our show weekly and anyone who's taken the time to listen. We truly appreciate y'all! We have company for episode 200! Jade Fox is back, we have a LOT to catch up on since episode 27. Jade fills us in on her time in Portland and moving back to LA, new learnings, shifts in her content creation process, connecting with celebs, style tips, Beyoncè predictions, and cutting her hair off. Shoutouts: Shana: The Bisi Alimi Founda...
I Shared My Location | Episode 199
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBThis week in queer news, in a landmark verdict, a man was charged with a federal hate crime for killing Dime Doe, a Black trans woman in South Carolina. Ron DeSatan tries to distance himself from his OWN book-banning laws. In "What About the Kids?!" news, Texas passes on a $450 million summer lunch program for low-income families. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor criticized “The Color Purple” for “sanitizing” lesbian romance–opening up a lane for Kris to NOT watch the new movie. Gaslighting and audacit...
Love is still a mess I Episode 198
February 26, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBRest in Power Nex Benedict and Cecilia Gentili. Caitlin Clark breaks records and Sabrina Ionescu shows out during NBA All Star weekend. Finally, Kris and Shana get to break down the absolute mess that is Love is Blind Season 6. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?' we talk about sharing space with exes, when your friend is the red flag and inviting straight folks to queer events. You don't want to miss Bad Queer opinions where discuss being opposed to stud for stud relationships and double standards betwee...
God, Guns & Porn I Episode 197
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBThis week in category is we review Beyoncé's Superbowl, Usher's performance and that's really the main focus. Mo'Nique gave a tell all interview and how 30% of adult Gen-Z identifies as queer. In Am I a Bad Queer? We respond to questions about "reverse racism" in dating, shifting from long distance to living together and not going to church weddings. Bad Queer opinions discuss how to get the straights to disagree with the anti-trans/LGBTQ+ laws and minding your business. Shoutouts: Shana:...
Queer Bar Rescue I Episode 196
February 12, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBIf you weren't on Tik Tok, you may have missed the Queer Bar Drama that happened at the Cubbyhole with a straight woman, straight man and a lesbian - it's as messy as it sounds. We discuss our reactions to The Grammy Awards and all of the changes happening during WNBA Free Agency. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?' we discuss the use of baby/boo as flirting, Aunties being safe spaces and not wanting to celebrate Valentine's Day due to trauma. Shoutouts: Shana: Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance - A non-pr...
In my Floozy Era (w/Siena Liggins) I Episode 195
February 05, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBThis week we welcome back singer-songwriter Siena Liggins! We discuss her FIRST tour (kicking off this week in Chicago!) what goes into planning a tour, local talent that will be joining and how she hopes folks will experience the shows. Before we got to the tour, we caught up from when Siena was last on show. Breakups, new albums, top three disappointments (hint: Nicki Minaj, Detroit Lions and COVID) for the week and her Bad Queer Opinions. Bad Queers is giving away tickets to Siena's tou...
Thought Journeys | Episode 194
January 29, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBCovering it all in this episode. The Biden administration invests almost $700k in sex education for trans male youth. The Abbey's disturbing allegations have finally caught up with the infamous WeHo club. And the Oscars wouldn't be the Oscars if they didn't snub anyone– we talk nominations and controversy over who was left out. In Am I A Bad Queer, we question the timing of "cis" being considered a slur. Is there any personal responsibility for staying with someone who cheated on you fou...
Strap Management | Episode 193
January 22, 2024 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBLil Nas X dropped his latest video for his single "J Christ" and we have...thoughts. Awards season continues as we recap the Critic's Choice and Emmy awards. In good news, discuss a new study on how aunts, tias, and aunt-like figures support LGBTQ+ youth. How can you tell if your friend(s) are hitting on you? How do you keep things casual with a friend you're attracted to but don't want to mess up the friends and more in Am I A Bad Queer. In Bad Queer Opinions, Shana asks if bottoms can ...
Vibrators Can't Be Kinky | Episode 192
January 15, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBFor the second year in a row, Angela Bassett did the thing. This time with Regina King. This week, we circle back to Katt Williams' interview and the fallout from Claudine Gay's resignation from Harvard and the emerging anti-DEI culture war. In politics, trans youth in Louisiana are suing the state over their ban on gender-affirming care. In Am I A Bad Queer, we talk friends with benefits vs. dating apps (and the limitations of vibrators) and if having an LGBTQ+ family member you respe...
Sapphicated | Episode 191
January 08, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBWe're back from holiday break to discuss the wild start to the year. Shana shares a glowing review of The Color Purple. In the most predictable story of the year, sometimesy-Christian, Boosie, throws a tantrum over a lesbian scene in The Color Purple and gets packed up by TS Madison. Dave Chappelle continues to destroy his own legacy in his latest "comedy" special. Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper NYE hosting only makes us miss Don Lemon. In politics, Iowa’s “Don’t Say Gay” Law has been block...
Orgasm A Day (w/Mx. Eden, Sexuality Educator and Pleasure Coach) I Episode 190
January 02, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBWe welcome in the New Year with company! Mx. Eden is your favorite Femme Daddy, dominating audiences from the classroom to the dungeon, and now on Bad Queers. We reminisce on nights out in DC and Baltimore, MD., discuss how to create safe spaces. Black drag kings and our need for more Stud Strippers. Don't forget, Kia Souls are for the everyday, modern queer. And we wrap up with Bad Queer Opinions you won't want to miss (hint: parent chokehold on fashion and coparenting pets). Shoutouts S...
Queers be going through it - PART 2 (w/Anna DeShawn) - Episode 189
December 26, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBWe continue our End of Year recap with Anna DeShawn. From July to December highlights include the release of Janelle Monáe's Lipstick Lover, the Montgomery River Brawl, Robin Roberts marriage and Brittney Griner's story being released. Low lights include the conflict in The Congo and Israel/Gaza/Palestine, RIP O'Shae Sibley, transphobia on the rise and Cassie gets justice from Diddy. This is just an overview, plus our end of year Bad Queer Opinions and shoutouts. *Our next episode will rel...
Queers be going through it - PART 1 (w/Anna DeShawn) - Episode 188
December 18, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBWelcome to Part 1 of our End of Year Episode with award winning podcast producer and host, Anna DeShawn. In this two part episode we go over the mess that was 2023. Part 1 reviews January to June, which includes Ron DeSatan trying to come for Disney, the beginning of the George Santos saga, Janelle Monáe and Beyoncé gifting us with their talents, good news from Brittney Griner, bills-bills-bills, too many lives lost, The L Word Gen Q finale and so much more. Let's get into it! Part 2 of th...
World Peace & go see Renaissance I Episode 187
December 11, 2023 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBOur chaotic episodes are always our favorite episodes. Lots of slippery slopes from AOC putting congress in check over trans girls rights in sports to Harlem, The Chi and Brittney Griner's documentary. The Renaissance film recap to the fight for peace. In AIABQ we discuss lesbian conservatives and choosing sperm donors and Bad Queer Opinions about women taking poppers and Saucy Santana not wanting a gay son. Try and keep up with this wild and wonderful episode. Shoutout: Shana: BLMP - Bl...
Participation Trophy I Episode 186
December 04, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBFrom trolling Moms for Liberty to staging walk outs over anti-trans policies, the kids are alright. We breakdown the timeline of what has been happening with Angel Reese and how folks are showing out as a result. The Soul Train Awards showed how progressive they were to de-gender an award to celebrate Janelle Monáe's accomplishments. AIABQ shares some bad queer opinions around gay bars and circling back on a missed connection. Allies...you don't need your own flag and it's time to hold gay m...
Kink-U (w/ Black Queer Dom) | Episode 185
November 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBWe've got company! This week, we're joined by Black Queer Dom, a Black Queer Kinky educator and leader rooted in sexual wellness, Black feminist theory & gender justice. They founded the Black Queer Dom Society, a community of practice, health & wellbeing for Black Queer, Trans and Non Binary folks. We chat with Black Queer Dom about their journey into the world of kink and BDSM and how it could be empowering for Black Queer, Trans, and Non Binary folks. Shoutouts Shana: Thurst Lounge:...
Worst to First | Episode 184
November 20, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBAs promised, Shana turns on her best Tommy Smyth voice to recap the thrilling NWSL final. In queer news, Marlon Wayans opens up about his unconditional love for his trans son, Kai. We send our condolences to Jesús Ociel Baena, Mexico's first nonbinary magistrate, and their partner who were found murdered in their home. Can family members change? In AIABQ, we get an update from two listeners on their struggle for acceptance from their family members. And we're our Bad Queer discussion,...
Reclaim Girlfriend | Episode 183
November 13, 2023 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBOctober was an especially violent month for our Black trans and GNC family. Rest in absolute peace to Skylar Harrison, A'neé Roberson, Chyna Long, Dominic Dupree, Lisa Love, and London Price. In slightly better news, the "lesser evil" party picked up some key election day W's. The NWSL season is drawing to an entertaining close as college women's hoops got off to an entertaining opening week. Does being a "gentlewoman" perpetuate toxic male stereotypes? How to stop being a scapegoat for ...
The World Is On Fire | Episode 182
November 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBThe global attack on LGBTQ people continues in Alabama, as pharmacies are refusing to refill trans kids’ prescriptions despite gender-affirming care being legal. Mass arrests of queer Nigerians continue without proper investigations. In AIABQ, we explore trans men in lesbian spaces and how to deal with friends who ignore red flags when dating. Shana gives an altar call to fellow Law & Order SVU queers and Kris shares what she thinks was missed in the Jada/Will media frenzy. Shoutouts: S...
Gateway Gay I Episode 181
October 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBIt was a huge week for women's sports. Congratulations to the Las Vegas Aces on their back to back championship win. Ali Krieger and Ashlyn Harris are getting divorced, breaking the hearts of all queer sports fans. Congrats to Che Flores coming out as the first trans and nonbinary referee. In AIABQ? we discuss Dylan Mulvaney, moving on from queer best friends and whether iPhone users could date someone with an android. Bad queer opinions - we want Gen-Z to loosen up. Shoutouts: Shana: Sy...
Levels of Gay (w/Jessamyn Stanley) I Episode 180
October 23, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBWe've got more company! This week we welcome Jessamyn Stanley, yoga instructor, entrepreneur and the co-founder of The Underbelly. We spanned multiple topics from polyamory and representation in yoga to dating the rugby team and what it's like being LGBTQ+ in the south. Naturally, astrology was brought up and Jessamyn shares multiple Bad Queer Opinions around Harry Potter and the practice round of polyamory. Follow Jessamyn: @mynamejessamyn www.jessamynstanley.com www.theunderbelly.com ...
Not so frequently asked questions (w/Moe Ari from Hinge) I Episode 179
October 16, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBWe've got company! Welcome Moe Ari, Love and Connection Expert from Hinge. In this episode we celebrate National Coming Out Day by sharing Moe's coming out journey, navigating their queerness, finding transgender representation and how coming out impacted familial and romantic relationships. We also discuss dating stereotypes, communication in marriage and rooting for the bisexual community. Ever have issues finding a therapist? Moe has you covered. Keep up with Moe: @loveoutproud, @beyour...
Race to the bottom I Episode 178
October 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBSurprise, surprise, the US receives a 'C' grade on the global rating scale for LGBTQ+ rights scorecard and the Texas drag ban is ruled unconstitutional. Angelica Ross announces she is leaving Hollywood for politics and, in more politics, lesbian power house Laphonza Butler fills Diane Feinstein's senate seat in California. We discuss what we expect for Beyoncé's upcoming film (and yes we are bringing fans to the theater). And is it ever too soon to start couples therapy? Today's episode wa...
Our Renaissance World Tour Review | Episode 177
October 02, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBAfter attending four Renaissance World Tour shows (you can guess who went to three shows and who went to one), we HAD to dedicate an entire episode to the once-in-a-lifetime experience that is Beyoncè's Renaissance World Tour. We get into everything from the stage production, sets, dancers, outfits, mute challenge rankings, what's next, and Beyoncè's unprecedented reign. Shoutouts: Shana: Dr. Yvette Noel-Schure - Not only Beyoncé’s 27-year-long publicist, and many other stars, she is also...
Queer people were kids first | Episode 176
September 25, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBThis week, we cover the Angelica Ross tea party, Tyler Perry's unwanted dating advice for successful Black women, and a very rare smart move by the U.S. military to reverse the harmful effects of Don't Ask Don't Tell. In Am I A Bad Queer? we chat Florida trips and obsessive best friends. We're back to our top 5 lists with advice for our younger queer selves. Shoutouts: Shana: Coastal Curl - they specialize in helping folks with waves, kinks, coils and curls to embrace their natural hair t...
Pasty Design Request | Episode 175
September 18, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBRobin Roberts weds her longtime partner, Amber Laign. In his new doc, we learn Lil Nas X gave his brother the courage to come out and Luis Rubiales finally resigned as president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation. The WNBA playoffs are upon us and so are our championship picks. Kris makes another design request during our Bad Queer Opinions. Shoutouts: Shana: Sami Schalk - A polyamorous fat Black queer disabled femme who is an author, educator and pleasure activist. On the eve of me ...
Pleasure Mentoring (w/ Kiana Lewis) | Episode 174
September 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBOur company this week is Kiana Lewis, a sexuality educator, pleasure mentor, writer, sex work advocate and former online sex worker. Listen in as we learn about Kiana's journey, what pleasure mentoring is and why someone would seek it and Shana and Kiana's friendship origin story. Shoutouts Shana: Big Freedia - Is going to receive the Icon Award during Atlanta’s Black Pride Pure Heat Community Festival. The pure heat community festival is a front seat into a spectacular gathering of minori...
Marathon Dates | Episode 173
September 04, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBIn a landmark ruling, Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court outlaws homophobic hate speech. Luis Rubiales nasty self still refuses to step down as Spain’s Football Federation chief after his assault of Jenni Hermoso. White terrorism strikes again– rest in peace to the victims of the Jacksonville racist attack, Jerrald De'Shaun Gallion, Angela Michelle Carr, and Anolt Joseph "AJ" Laguerre Jr. In AIABQ? we chat about token studs at bachelorette parties and not wanting to go on marathon dates. Shou...
Homophobia is an everybody problem I Episode 172
August 28, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBRIP to Akira Ross and Laura Ann Carleton, victims of hate and violence. While we want to celebrate Spain's World Cup Win, men decided to ruin it...again. Have you watched Kokomo City yet? In AIABQ? - Outing your friend to your family, making the first move and not liking women's sports. Beyhive Queers and Swiftie Queers need to settle their beef and a message about last weeks episode. Shoutouts: Shana: Eyewear Love Affair: Oakland’s first queer, Black owned optical boutique. Owned by Auti...
Don't meet your heroes (w/Liz Culley) I Episode 171
August 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBWe welcome back Liz Culley, creator of the podcast "Cool Cool Cool" and resident badass at Condé Nast. Liz takes us through her career journey, wildest public transportation stories and exclusive celebrity stories (truly mind blowing). In our Bad Queer Opinions, Shana and Kris recognize that they missed prime sports in the queer sports list and Liz discusses drag kings. It's a twists and turns type of episode! Shoutouts: Shana: Phoenix Rising Centers - Premiere online mental health care ...
Chairs & Possibilities I Episode 170
August 14, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBThe internet did what needed to be done in the Battle of Montgomery and we gotta talk about it. Welcome to the alphabet mafia, Wayne Brady! The USWNT did not start one LGBTQ+ person (to our knowledge) and other world cup updates. In AIABQ? We discuss new long distance relationships and blocking your partners parents on social media. Bad Queer Opinion: Protect Megan Thee Stallion and claim your kids. Shoutouts: Shana: Sipping Dom Pérignon Through a Straw: Reimagining Success as a disabled...
O'Shae Sibley I Episode 169
August 07, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWhile Kris was on vacation, too much went down. Rest in Power to O'Shae Sibley, Brittney Griner taking time off for her mental health, Women's World Cup is showing OUT and girl....Lizzo?!?! Kris and Shana were outside on vacations at the Renaissance World Tour and in Jamaica, they are here to give you the recap. And Bad Queer discussions around calling organizations in and finding your community with an intersectional identity. Shoutouts: Shana: Queer Urban Orchestra - NYC’s premier LGBTQ...