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The Culture DecidesIdols Turned Incels | The Rise & Fall of Kanye, Drake, Nicki Minaj, & Lil WayneWe’ve all had that parasocial moment—when an artist’s music feels personal, like they get you. But what happens when the idols start moving like incels? This week, on episode 13, I sit down with Kris Chesson, one half of the Bad Queers Podcast, to unpack the complicated rise and fall of some of hip-hop’s biggest names: Kanye West and Young Money's favorites, Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne. From Through the Wire to CLB, from the backpack era to MAGA flirtations and messy lawsuits, from Itty Bitty Piggy to Big Foot—this episode traces the cultura...
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Storage Investor Nation PodcastCreating Trinity And Real Wealth With Gary ChessonSuccess in real estate and partnerships isn't just about deals; it's about building a culture of shared prosperity and unending growth. With a wealth of experience and a thriving career, Gary Chesson co-founded Trinity Capital Advisors, a prominent real estate investment and development firm. In this episode, Gary will discuss creating trinity and real wealth. He takes us on a journey through the world of real estate, partnerships, and building lasting success. He touches several business principles such as the power of equal profit sharing in partnerships, understanding the dynamics of property and capital markets, and more. Gary also...
2023-09-0442 min
Bad QueersWakanda is Forever Queer I Episode 132Kris is back from maternity leave! We share what we've been watching, including our take on Wakanda Forever. Update on what you need to know for the respect for marriage act, the Mormon's support for protecting same-sex marriage and Texas wanting to classify drag as a "Sexually Oriented Business". During Bad Queer Opinions, Shana and Kris debate calling out and calling in allies. Shoutouts:Shana: The GenderCool Project - Youth-led movement helping replace misinformed opinions with positive experiences - follow what they are up to (panels, dances, sports, and more) at @gendercool on IG
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Bad Queers[Circle Back] Pussy Licker w/Kia ComedySpecial reminder that Kris is on maternity leave. We will be circling back on previous episodes and feature special new episodes with our guest host, Culture Editor at Autostraddle, Shelli Nicole. We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming mid-November!This week we welcome comedian, event producer and activist, Kia Barnes (aka Kia Comedy). We discuss how Atlanta has been in these streets during COVID. Growing up Black and Queer in the south. Event producers suddenly changing their tune when it comes Black talent and what older studs need to stop doing. Shoutouts:
2022-10-311h 11Bad QueersKris's Baby Beyoncé Update I Episode 129Kris returns to give us an update on Baby Beyoncé and what it's like to be a parent. Trans rights are up for debate this election season, and we have John's (Oliver and Stewart) showing their allyship. Is it a bad queer opinion to enjoy your long distance relationship? Susie Carmichael should be the next LGBTQ+ cartoon character.Shoutouts:Shana: TransClinique: Uses telemedicine to create a virtual concierge gender affirming clinic that provides convenient, high quality care to Trans and non-binary folks - and they did this adorable video of trans kids and their p...
2022-10-241h 10Bad Queers[Circle Back] Proud to be Butch (w/Moj Mahdara)Special reminder that Kris is on maternity leave. We will be circling back on previous episodes and feature special new episodes with our guest host, Culture Editor at Autostraddle, Shelli Nicole. We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming mid-November! Welcome to the Bad Queers family, Moj Mahdara! Moj is the CEO of BeautyCon and joined Kris and Shana to discuss all things butch identities, Black Lives Matter, the real gay agenda, how all queers don't know each other and how Moj's wife is a genius. All this and more on this week's episode....
2022-10-101h 34Bad QueersBaby Beyoncé Has Arrived! I Episode 126Congratulations to Kris and her wife on their newborn baby! We talk about the days leading up to delivery and what is happening next with the podcast (Spoiler: we aren't going anywhere!). The Emmys finally gave Sheryl Lee Ralph her flowers, Quinta Brunson earned her flowers too and Lizzo showed up and showed out. Do y'all remember Downelink? And our initial thoughts about Billy Eichner's gay rom-com "Bros". Shoutouts:Shana: Shop Enby - Black/Queer/Gay/Trans Owned shop that focuses on gender affirmation and pleasure beyond the binary. They’ve got toys, swag, boo...
2022-09-191h 22Bad QueersBlack Queer RENAISSANCE I Episode 122RENAISSANCE IS FOR US!! Black, queer, beautiful US!!! Shana tries to contain her Beyhive fever to discuss Beyoncé's new album, RENAISSANCE. Shana and Kris break down their top 5 favorite tracks, the mess that has surrounded Kelis and Diane Warren and the swiftness when it comes to language and Black culture. We ain't sorry for this Beyoncé special episode. Shoutouts:Shana: Uncle Jonny for being in Beyoncé’s life so we could have this queer anthem of an albumKris: Kid Fury - one of the writer’s on RapShit, Issa Rae’...
2022-08-081h 07Bad QueersWhat is weird? | Episode 110We're back this week talking through dildo mold proposals to ex friends benefits, shooting your shot season, and a new idea for Pride month. Plus we discuss Kehlani's appearance on a raggedy morning show, tackle the Dave Chappelle Hollywood Bowl incident, and Kris shares her life changing news.Shoutouts:Shana: L Morgan Lee for making history as the first openly transgender person to be nominated in an acting category in the 75 year history of the Tony Awards. Lee was recognized in the best performance by a Featured Actress in a musical category for her ro...
2022-05-161h 18Bad QueersKetanji's Sigh I Episode 104Between the transphobia spewed at Lia Thomas and sending our prayers to Brittney Griner, this circle back makes us say PHEW. Disney's walk out protest leading to the first same sex kiss in a Disney film and Ketanji Brown Jackson's sigh that was heard across the country. Our Bad Queer Opinion discusses upgrading the word Futch and AIABQ? gets juicy. Shoutouts:Shana: March Madness - The Women are out here causing CHAOS and MADNESS and we love to see it Kris: Syd, Lucky Daye - Early summer anthem ent...
2022-03-281h 11Bad QueersCryin Over Straps and Fingers | Episode 103This week we discuss the orgasm gap, Jussie's sentencing, Ty and Mimi calling it quits, and Alabama's new anti-trans legislation. We share our thoughts on making new Black queer friends, dealing with a less ambitious partner, and being friends with queer work colleagues. Plus our Bad Queer opinions on Black queers getting shamed for liking white spaces and crying over straps and fingers- IYKYK.Shoutouts:Shana: Dykes with Drills: Workshops that give people the tools to build. They host workshops across the company to help empower people with tools. From the Bay Area to Chi...
2022-03-2148 minBad QueersWe Say Gay I Episode 102We review the most recent updates with Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Bill and identify the hypocrisies of it (especially when it comes to Critical Race Theory). Sending all of our positive thoughts to Brittney Griner for a safe and speedy return home. And we forgot to talk about the Euphoria finale! And how do gender roles show up in same sex relationships? Lez talk about it. Shoutouts:Shana: Y’all - A Community making space for queer+ folks who care about building families of the future - Follow on IG at yall_...
2022-03-1457 minBad QueersSimply The Betts I Episode 101We are celebrating Jessica Betts and Niecy Nash (aka The Betts) on being the first same sex couple on the cover of Essence. The trans bills are still happening, Da Brat gets married and the WNBA continues to not have nice things. We review some of our top Bad Queer Opinions and help out closeted queers in Am I a Bad Queer?Shoutouts:Shana: Out Youth - Serves central Texas LGBTQ Youth and their allies with programs and services to ensure these promising young people develop into happy, healthy, successful adults. Follow @outyouth on IG...
2022-03-0755 minBad QueersWe All We Got (w/Lena Waithe) I Episode 100It's only right that our 100th episode rounds out Black History Month! To celebrate this blackity black and queer special episode, we hosted award-winning writer, creator, producer, actor, and CEO, Lena Waithe to join the conversation. We discuss Twenties, making stud friends and finding out who she rides for in our Bad Queer Opinions. And of course, Shana and Kris reflect on the last 100 episodes! Thank you for joining this adventure and here's to 100 more! Shoutouts:Shana: Arlan Hamilton Founder & Investor of Backstage Capital, Founder & CEO of Runner and Author of It’s About Damn...
2022-02-2851 minBad QueersBlack and Queer Comedy Excellence I Episode 99The Oscars nominees may still be #sowhite, but the hosts are giving us Black, Queer, comedy excellence. Naturally, we review the Super Bowl halftime show and we finally finished Twenties. Am I a Bad Queer? Explores age differences, becoming official and how to end it while dating casually. Shoutouts:Shana: Diagnosis: Queer - Understanding the intersection of queer identity and medicine through queer stories. Visit site for resources, allied health professionals and more. Follow on IG @diagnosis_queer Kris: Impacted Scents - Black owned business, focusing on deep luxurious masculine sc...
2022-02-2149 minBad QueersHow long have you been f*cking Nate Jacobs? I Episode 98Now that they've won the battle on critical race theory, Florida decided to introduce the "Don't Say Gay" Bill. We are still reeling from Euphoria's cardio episode and the question that dropped everyones jaws. We circled back on the WNBA dunking debate. Oscars are still white and straight. And are you a Bad Queer if you don't go to your friends wedding, because of how their family treats you? All this and more!Shoutouts:Shana: Play Play DC - Exploring your inner child, building community and intentional connections with nostalgic, flirty, active and virtual pl...
2022-02-141h 02Bad QueersThe WNBA Dunk Debate I Episode 97To lower the rim or not lower the rim? The WNBA Free Agency is underway and NWSL pre-season has begun. It's Black History Month and you need to do your research on Black Queer History. DaBrat and fiancé Jessica Dupart are expecting! And how good is your face rodeo? Shoutouts:Shana: Refinery29’s ROOTS, their annual Black History Month Series. Their first article of the month is by Amber J Phillips, titled “What We Lose When We Erase Queer Black History”. Check it out and follow @r29unbothered Kris: Natalie...
2022-02-071h 05Bad QueersSwizz Beatz is a Lucky Stud I Episode 96We're Bad Queers for doing this...but Alicia Keys should've been queer. And we speculate all around it. Have you heard about the Lia Thomas NCAA saga? And a full recap of Harlem (obviously spoiler city). Would you break up with your partner if they didn't like your social media? All this and more on this weeks episode. Shoutouts:Shana: Amor Binders - Australia’s first binder brand that is ethical, sustainable and size inclusive. Its a trans and autistic owned small business in Melbourne - Follow at amor_binders Kris: P...
2022-01-311h 11Bad QueersAge of Aquarius - Shana Unlocked | Episode 95If you're an Aquarius make some noize!!! It's Shana's bday!! And she finally allows Kris to read through some Aquarian traits- tells us if it lands. We also discuss the legacy of the late, great, Andre Lèon Talley, Savage x Fenty's upcoming men's lingerie line, and revisit our gold star lesbian stance (what's there to celebrate?!) Shoutouts:Shana: Haus of Codec - Dedicated to ending transition-age youth homelessness in Rhode Island. Period. It’s Providence’s first youth shelter and it was established in 2021. Follow @hausofcodec on IGKris: Turnt...
2022-01-2455 minBad QueersPillow Royalty I Episode 94We are back from our COVID cave and ready with a new episode! Congrats to MJ Rodriguez for making history at The Golden Globes, Kris apologizes for her initial stance on fanny packs and your best friends don't deserve all of you. We circle back on our conversation around pillow princesses aka pillow royalty and time to retire Carol and Happiest Season. Shoutouts:Shana: The Barb Shop - Styling Products for women and folks with short hair - LGBTQ+ owned and operated. Become a Barb and follow @thebarbshop Kris:
2022-01-171h 01Bad QueersDesigner Nipples (w/Max, Trans Content Creator & Activist) I Episode 93Welcome back Max! We go through the before-during-after process of top surgery. How he met his girlfriend and the impact she had during this journey. And Max's chosen family not only being supportive, but the way they share healthcare tips with each other, including how to heal from designer nipples. Shoutouts:Shana: E3 Radio - It’s the #1 LGBTQ Radio Station - Playing Queer and Independent music in high rotation centering BIPOC and QTPOC Creatives. Follow @e3radio on IGKris: bell hooks - the queer black feminist and write pa...
2022-01-031h 19Bad Queers[BONUS] Bad Queers & Lez Hangout Holigay Live EpisodeWhile Shana & Kris are on vacation, they didn't want to leave you without an episode. This is a special Holigay Live recording with Ellie Brigida and Leigh Holmes Foster from the Lez Hang Out Podcast. We discuss the holigay films and shows that you need to see (it's never too late to watch when days are made up thanks to COVID). We hope you enjoy! Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp...
2021-12-271h 46Bad QueersStudFace I Episode 89We review all the Blackity Black and queer shows (Insecure, Twenties, 12 Dates of Christmas), but the real question - Is Hattie's character studface? Also, our full review of Bruised (and Kris's feelings toward it). PSA that the Supreme court needs to stop coming for our uterus and give money to Stacey Abrams campaign. Shoutouts:Shana: Black & Pink National - A National Organization fighting alongside incarcerated LGBTQI+ people and people living with HIV/Aids for prison abolition. They have an annual holiday card campaign to send love and care to incarerated LGBTQI+ identified folks. Follow...
2021-12-061h 11Bad QueersStrap Week I Episode 88Happy Strap Week! We hope you aren't re-closeted for the holidays. If you are, Autostraddle has you covered with their first Strap Week series. Need to know what to watch for the Holigays? From Under the Christmas Tree to The Bitch Who Stole Christmas, we've got you covered. And stay tuned for a major debate about musicals in our Bad Queer opinions. Trigger Warning: Kyle Rittenhouse discussion from 7:17 - 13:48 Shoutouts:Shana: San Diego crew of friends that have made me feel incredibly welcome while I visited!Kris: Black Gi...
2021-11-291h 12Bad QueersJust because you licked it... I Episode 87This week, we give you a full review of Twenties, Queens and Insecure. Shana attempts to convince Kris to see the new Wicked Movie. The Black and Brown LGBTQ+ Community does not feel safe in the UK. We call out fuck boys and friend hookups gone wrong in Am I a Bad Queer? And Happy Holidays everyone!Shoutouts:Shana: George M. Johnson. Right now, All Boys Aren’t Blue is being banned not only from schools, but also libraries. And there is a criminal complaint filed against it in Florida (and 9 other states). Ways to su...
2021-11-221h 02Bad QueersHalle Berry's Hugs I Episode 86Halle Berry is finding the studs of Hollywood and giving them hugs. It's beginning to look a lot like queer Christmas! RuPaul is releasing the holiday film "The Bitch Who Stole Christmas" and Janelle Monáe is the sexiest grinch. From Queens to Twenties, here's what you should be watching. Celebrate Transgender Awareness Week by giving back and speaking up! And no, you don't have to hang out with your LGBTQ+ coworkers. Shoutouts:Shana: Shoutout to Queer Afrology and their A Very Queer Christmas Fundraiser. Representing Nigeria and thew reality that queer people still fa...
2021-11-151h 05Bad QueersPussy Licker (w/Kia Comedy) I Episode 85This week we welcome comedian, event producer and activist, Kia Barnes (aka Kia Comedy). We discuss how Atlanta has been in these streets during COVID. Growing up Black and Queer in the south. Event producers suddenly changing their tune when it comes Black talent and what older studs need to stop doing. Shoutouts:Shana: Nik Kacy - Founder of Nik Kacy Footwear, gender free footwear and accessories that are quality, handcrafted, utility products to make a social impact. Follow @nikkacyfootwear Kris: Amber Hikes for her TED talk, it’s finally out...
2021-11-081h 11Bad QueersBlack Hair & Queer Care (w/ Bespoke Curry) I Episode 84This week we welcome, fashion icon, baby hair slayer, all out badass, Bespoke Curry to the podcast. From advocating for our hair types, to how to showing up in fashion as your unapologetic self, we break it down. From late in life coming out, to growing up LGBTQ+ in the south, tune in for all this and more.Shoutouts:Shana: Black Queer Tarot - Their slogan is “Imagine a World Where Black People are Thriving” created by Kendrick Daye who is a multimedia artist and designer in Harlem, NY. Follow them @blkqueertarot Kris...
2021-11-011h 32Bad QueersBlue Eyed Stud Cult - Episode 83 If you've heard the phrase "Daddy's Girls" or "Tik Tok Cult" then you've come to the right place. Congratulations to the Chicago Sky on their WNBA Championship. Shana wants you to know she called it. Clearing up Trans Whiteness and if you can call Kanye "Ye" then you can do the same for the Trans and Nonbinary community. Shoutouts:Shana: The Blasian March NY - Black, Asian and Blasian Solidarity through education on parallel struggles against racism and mutual celebration of each other. They recently hosted a Black Asian Trans Power Rally as well. Lov...
2021-10-2546 minBad QueersBlack Dinah I Episode 82The L Word: Generation Q Finale was...underwhelming. Kris asks Shana about her #BlackDinah experience and of course, women's sports can't have nice things. Was coming out of the closet made by the breeders? And women need to support women. Shoutouts:Shana: On October 11, Revry TV had their Queer X Awards that highlighted actors, artists, musicians, filmmakers, and LGBTQ+ movers and shakers for the work they’ve done. Follow @revrytvKris: Colman Domingo - who will play queer Civil Rights legend Bayard Rustin in an upcoming biopic. Follow: @kingofbingo B...
2021-10-181h 14Bad QueersThe Chappelle Sh*t Show I Episode 81Dave Chappelle cannot leave the queers alone. We give the full recap of "The Closer" comedy special on Netflix, and the second to last episode of The L Word: Generation Q. Also, WTF is happening in the NWSL and WNBA? And you know you don't have to be Black to watch Black shows, right? Last but not least, it's time for navigating the holidays while in a relationship.Shoutouts:Shana: Transgender Emergency Fund - Provides critical assistance to low-income transgender people in Massachusetts. Follow @transemergencyfundKris: April ‘Skyy’ Blair - Autho...
2021-10-111h 04Bad QueersAre you an Ally or Co-conspirator? (w/Mikaela Berry) I Episode 80This week we welcome Mikaela Berry to Bad Queers! After bullying their way onto the show, we get into the details of social justice, LGBTQ+ education for adolescents in juvenile detention centers and a quick pivot deep dive into how people are clarifying whether they are dating or casual. Mikaela's Patreon: www.patreon.com/mikberryShoutouts:Shana: 7000 Coils - Black Owned - Femme Led - Indie Record Label. Described as a sonic nexus of queerness and wellness Follow on IG @7000coils Kris: Alicia Goku - Queer Cannabis E...
2021-10-041h 00Bad QueersNot Every Strap-on is Equal I Episode 79Not only were the #EmmysSoWhite, they were also extremely hetero. Awkward conversations happen in The L Word, but Gigi still prevails. Montero brings us black, queer joy. Cargo shorts are the stud uniform and the argument continues over whether every strap is equal. https://weareher.com/download/ - Use code "BQP" for 7 day free premiumShoutouts:Shana: Swish - Chicago’s first queer woman/trans/enby basketball meetup for the casual player. What they don’t know, is that they gave my girlfriend one of the biggest welcomes when she got to Chicago and I...
2021-09-2758 minBad Queers#BiWeek I Episode 78 Happy Bisexual Awareness Week! This weeks L Word: Generation Q recap is all the queer tension we love. A full review of the met gala, the VMA's and Verzuz. We define monosexism and figure out if your 'Am I a Bad Queer?' questions are either genuine or selfish. Lastly, Raven Symone. Enough said. https://weareher.com/download/ - Use code "BQP" for 7 day free premiumShoutouts:Shana: ChromatxTourmaline future forward bodywear design for Chromat that embraces Collective Opulence Celebrating Kindred (or COCK) The swimwear is for girls who don’t tuck, trans femme...
2021-09-201h 11Bad QueersQueer Intimacy (w/Intimacy with Maya) I Episode 77This week we welcome intimacy expert, Maya to the show. We discuss navigating intimacy outside of sex, Black people reclaiming our pleasure and the new term for foreplay. And we can't go through this episode without discussing Lil Nas X's baby announcement and how pegging needs to be gender neutral. Shoutouts:Shana - Jillian Mercado (@jillianmercado) for being the absolute winner of The L Word this season. Her character, Maribel is getting so much more visibility and Jillian is incredible, period. Kris - Esther Wallace, founder of Playa Society. Playa Soc...
2021-09-131h 06Bad QueersY'all Don't Care About Kids I Episode 76The L Word is heating up as we recap episode 4 (spoiler alert), Lil Nas X debut "Montero" gets a release date (9/17), and how about Kristen Stewart's, Spencer, movie poster? Almost makes us want to pay to see it.This week's Bad Queer opinions deserved a whole theme, listen in as we talk about the f*ck shit we saw on Tiktok 🙄Shoutouts:Shana - Gaye Magazine - The true magazine of petty. Serving the Black Gaye Representation we've been looking for! Follow @gayemagazine on IGKris - Gold...
2021-09-061h 06Bad QueersDon't F*ck Your Friends (w/Amber Hikes) I Episode 75We welcome the literal definition of Black Queer Excellence, Amber Hikes. Not only the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer for the ACLU, Amber is also a community organizer making moves for the people. We discuss topics ranging from self care brunches, what really goes down in the DMs, the two rules for your chosen community and ways we can make impactful change in todays crazy ass world. Shoutouts:Shana - The Instagram page @studsinsuits - Literally says it in the title. They post images of well-dressed studs in order to un-gender fashion. It’s great...
2021-08-301h 06Bad QueersUnsolicited Nude Pics | Episode 74Shana recaps episode two of Gen Q. In this week’s Category Is, we chat about queer baiting and Rumors with Lizzo and Cardi B, and continued cis straight f*ckery in the political world. We talk unsolicited nude photos, Gen Q vs Tampa Baes, and poly parenting advice.Shoutouts:Shana - Coach K - Queer Spirituality Coach. Follow @queeronpurpose Over here talking to your soul! Here to help our queer community heal from religious trauma and experience spiritual freedom Kris - Dev & Tink Miller of toobeautifulsouls - Black Queer Love...
2021-08-2359 minBad QueersSpoiler Alert: The L Word I Episode 73Don't say we didn't warn you, we are doing The L Word: Generation Q recap. Lil Nas X has done it again, and DaCryBaby is left in shambles. Black, queer, women did that at the Olympics. More Bad Queer Marriage advice, and not all homophobic people are closeted queers. Remember that. Shana - Beyoncé for the next round of Ivy Park. From the children sizes to the Harper’s Bazaar Interview. Kris - Jason Rodriguez (@thejasonarodriguez) for creating Arraygency (@array.gency), a talent agency dedicated to elevating BIPOC, queer, and trans cre...
2021-08-161h 06Bad QueersCrying Studs I Episode 72Black women and queer people at the Olympics DID THAT! Give them all the flowers. Obviously, we must discuss DaCryBaby and Matt Damon for their casual homophobia. Our guesses for the new season of The L Word.r And you won't want to miss Kris sharing her Bad Queer Marriage advice and the name of her gang, the Crying Studs. Shoutouts:Shana - Gay’s The Word Bookshop in London - The UK’s oldest LGBT+ bookshop. Established by a group of gay socialists in January 1979 when mainstream bookshops were resistant about the idea of sto...
2021-08-091h 03Bad QueersI've done some Gay Shit (w/Daryn and Liz from Scissoring Isn't a Thing Podcast)I Episode 71This week we have our internet besties Daryn and Liz from Scissoring Isn't a Thing Podcast to discuss showing up as your authentic self at work, LGBTQ+ life growing up and what really happened when Liz's family asked what scissoring was and who did Daryn makeout with at Pride? Shoutouts:Shana - 305 Fitness it’s a dance cardio class with a live DJ that literally works the whole body. It’s fun, inclusive, diverse, queer vibes, all the above. Follow @305fitness Kris - Amber Senter - black, queer cannabis visionary and entr...
2021-08-021h 03Bad QueersLil Nasty X I Episode 70Montero is going to save us all. We get to circle back on the Lesbian Road Trip and get insight into Kris's marriage. More white men are coming out in sports and trans athletes at the Olympics. Support your queer bars, folks. Shoutouts:Shana - Trans Yoga Teacher - Allé (Alay) Teaches trans affirming yoga and has a beautiful supportive community that makes me want to yoga! @transyogateacherKris - Black.Queer.Hungry - IG page- a safe space for black, queer people hungry for thought provoking posts and good vib...
2021-07-261h 02Bad QueersVictoria's Secret Karen I Episode 69WTF happened to white women this week? Victoria's Secret Karen and Maria Taylor are at the forefront of this chaotic behavior. Emmy's are coming for diversity in the best way. ESPY's are giving Black women their flowers. LA Black Pride is a hot mess and queer married couples need to get into night life. Shoutouts:Shana - Shoutout to Shelli (@ayoshelli) for this weeks shoutout. Lavender Loveseat (@lavender_loveseat) is a queer fam flipping furniture in Chicago in order to keep our stuff out of landfill. 10% of their proceeds go to the Chicago Community Ja...
2021-07-191h 12Bad QueersA Little Bit of Homophobia (w/Siena Liggins) I Episode 68The official soundtrack of the podcast, Siena Liggins joins Bad Queers to discuss how the HER App set her up for a relationship fail, getting the coins she deserves in the music industry and how a little bit of homophobia is good in your life. Shoutouts:Shana - Elderqueer (@elder_queer) - Online gatherings for 40+ queers to connect and build community with conversations on aging body, mind, relevance, culture, sex relationship and justice Kris - Quinta Brunson - writer, producer, comedian, and actress, meme pioneer - For her new...
2021-07-131h 15Bad QueersLil Nas X Haters, Bill Cosby Lovers Are The Same People | Episode 67We recap all the Black Queer Magic during the BET Awards, call out the NFL for their latest performative campaign, and (try) to make sense of Bill Cosby's release from prison.Shoutouts:Shana - Gwen Berry - 2x Olympian and Hammer Thrower that has made headlines for her latest protest during her Olympic trials. We love an #activistathlete Kris - Carmen Phillips - Editor in Chief at Autostraddle for her absolutely perfect article “Queen Latifah Honors Eboni, Her Love, and for a Moment Heals the Black Queer Kids...
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Aural FixationDrake-ing the binary with Kris Chesson from Bad QueersIt's a Bad Queers double dip as we welcome on Kris Chesson, the podcasting partner of Shana Sumers from our Beyonce episode, to explore why her queer icon is... Drake. Just hold on, we're going homo.In this episode we use Drake's 2011 album Take Care to centre a discussion on the dos and don'ts of 'dirty macking', what it means to be a stud, and why his disdain for toxic masculinity is just one of the things that make Drake queer. We also close off Pride Month with a deep dive into the minefield that is corporate...
2021-06-301h 15Bad QueersLesbian Road Trip I Episode 66The Beyhive swarmed Trick Daddy, for all the right reasons. Carl Nassib came out...but have you heard of Sha'Carri Richardson and Kumi Yokoyama? The real MVPs. Guess who is going on a lesbian road trip? Queer cougars are coming out of the woodwork thanks to Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts. Give visibility to bisexual studs (aka BUDS). Shoutouts:Shana - Sha’Carri Richardson for being THAT GIRLKris - Cookie Kawaii - Musician and artists - best known for her 2020 hit - Vibe (If I Back IT Up). Makes Jer...
2021-06-2855 minBad QueersCater 2 Who? I Episode 65Happy Juneteenth! Reminder that this is a Destiny's Child stan account, forever and always. Have you heard about the Nellie's Queer Sports Bar scandal? We deep dive into that, what we are watching and what you choose to put your cancel energy into (hint, it's Chick Fil A again) And our first Bad Ally writes in. Shoutouts:Shana - Philaye - CEO of Philaye Films - Producer, Actor, Writer, Director - Amazing Tik Toker the content is HILARIOUS and fire. Follow @philayeKris - Jozzy - Artist, writer, producer. Ch...
2021-06-211h 05Bad QueersBurger Queen I Episode 64Burger King has entered the ring for the annual battle against Chick Fil A. All the emotions for the Pose finale. The intersex symbol is added to the Pride flag. Honoring the 5th Anniversary of Pulse. Rainbow capitalism has gone too far. And of course, our Bad Queer opinions!Shoutouts:Shana - Kelanna Spiller - Comedian I came across on the Tik Tok. Has hilarious LGBTQ content, but just great content in general on both YouTube and her IG page. Kris - Sam Jay - Pause with Sam Jay on HB...
2021-06-1455 minBad QueersPose: The Musical I Episode 63It is Pride Season. The time for corporations to change their logos and people being shamed for purchasing it. We continue our Unofficial Pose Podcast with a review of Pose: The Musical and finally share our thoughts around Ellen Degeneres. Am I a Bad Queer, If I use different identities around different people? And the rainbow emoji is still the superior emoji. Shoutouts:Shana - Them - They have always highlighted the stories and identities that needed to be highlighted and this 2021 Now List they have created that Awards LGBTQ+ Visionaries throughout the month o...
2021-06-071h 05Bad QueersAnd that's on Intersectionality (with Krystina Wray Jackson) I Episode 62We finally have the honor of hosting Krystina Wray Jackson! Former Ms. Wheelchair California and current co-host of BraveMaker, Krystina drops gems about intersectionality and representation, dating during COVID and her experiences at Pride. You won't want to miss all the gems that are dropped! Shoutouts:Shana - Queerency: Space for you to hear about the queer economy, and shares queer business news. They highlight business leaders, facts, finance tips, and so much more around queers making money. And you should buy their most recent shirt “Queer as in Fuck you pay me” K...
2021-05-311h 17Bad Queers#BlameRyanMurphy (with Minoritea Report Podcast) I Episode 61This week we welcome our special guests, Minoritea Report Podcast! We do a full review of Pose, Episode 4 with Billy Porter. You're not ready for these hot takes. What being in a relationship looks like during and post COVID. Plenty of Black Queer Joy in this group. Shoutouts:Shana - Jasmine’s Garden (@bigchaos2020) on IG. Jasmine’s tik toks are hilarious, especially the one where she discusses bot being able to be Bi - too good. Also, will lift you up in the time of need Kris - HER i...
2021-05-241h 24Bad Queers"The Trunk" I Episode 60It was a Muvva's Day Celebration and a full review of the third episode of Pose, "The Trunk". We had some stories for "Am I a Bad Queer?" from a Black man who is discreet (while citing Pete Buttigieg) to first time having sex woes. Lastly, the world is opening up. Let's change our attitudes when we are at the club, shall we? Shoutouts:Shana - Willow Smith - Mother’s Day surprise bringing back Jada’s Rock Band (who knew) and slaying it! Kris - Ziwe for her new...
2021-05-1754 minBad QueersThe Unofficial Pose Podcast I Episode 59Bad Queers is officially the unofficial stan podcast for Pose on FX. Caitlyn Fucking Jenner doing Caitlyn Fucking Jenner things. And everyone please check in on our girl Janet Mock. What is the real lesbian dream? And which Ryan Murphy show is the best. Shoutouts:Shana - @the_yvesdropper - Shoutout to their new song “Niggas Can Be Gay Too”. They did a series of bops from a beautiful broken hearted boy” and you just need to follow. Kris - @heytonytv on Tiktok. CEO of Quarter Brick High.The 25...
2021-05-101h 26Bad Queers*Long Lost Episode* Meghan Shocked Oprah I Episode 58Sometimes you skip an episode and get to post it as a bonus later. Well, here is our review of the Meghan Markle and Oprah interview. Anti-trans bills are the hot ticket item across multiple states *face palm*, the truth about undercuts and are you a Gay Villain? Better late than never in our long lost episode. Shoutouts:Shana - Sydney's Lesbian and Gay Mardi Gras - I remember the wonderful days of this and they survived to celebrate in 2021Kris - Lil Nas X for his complete clearing of Te...
2021-05-031h 01Bad QueersBlack Queer Joy! (One Year Anniversary Episode) I Episode 57Bad Queers is officially 1 years old! While the news tried to knock us down, we are here to spread some Black Queer Joy to all of you. Let's celebrate by cheering on the WNBA draft, women's sports period and reflecting on our favorite moments from the past year. Thank you for being apart of the Bad Queers Club! This episode is sponsored by Sony Music. The views, opinions, and recommendations represented in the podcast do not reflect those of Sony Music and its affiliates and are for entertainment purposes only.Shoutouts:Shana -
2021-04-261h 13Bad QueersPrince is a Rich Lesbian (w/Drew & Andy from Aural Fixation Podcast) I Episode 56Welcome Drew & Andy from the Aural Fixation Podcast. A musically charged episode where we discuss our dance floor go to's, iconic queer music moments and LGBTQ+ nightlife between the UK, US and Australia. As well as Australia's lockout laws, Beyoncé and how good is your gaydar?This episode is sponsored by Sony Music. The views, opinions, and recommendations represented in the podcast do not reflect those of Sony Music and its affiliates and are for entertainment purposes only.Shoutouts:Shana - GiRLTHING Party - Sydney’s Biggest Queer Girl Dance Party - @gir...
2021-04-191h 25Bad QueersQueer Codes I Episode 55Whether it's Janelle Monáe's bisexual lighting or a bandana, we are breaking down the history of coded language in the LGBTQ+ community. After that, we ask if you want to go lie down as we reflect on The Bett's Red Table Talk episode. Let's not forget the Verzuz, NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament, SAG Awards and the Anti-Trans bills. This episode is sponsored by Sony Music. The views, opinions, and recommendations represented in the podcast do not reflect those of Sony Music and its affiliates and are for entertainment purposes only.Shoutouts:Shana...
2021-04-121h 13Bad QueersThe Montero Healing (w/Brian Falduto) I Episode 54Give a Bad Queer welcome to our special guest, Brian Falduto! Naturally, we have to review Call Me By Your Name from Lil Nas X and then we deep dive into religion, being an ally within the LGBTQ+ community and what gay men were really doing to date during quarantine. All this and more in this weeks episode!This episode is sponsored by Sony Music. The views, opinions, and recommendations represented in the podcast do not reflect those of Sony Music and its affiliates and are for entertainment purposes only. Shoutouts:Shana -
2021-04-051h 16Bad QueersThe Heterosexual Rights Movement I Episode 53New day, same "heterosexual rights movements", except this time lead by Lil' Mama. We stand with our AAPI community and standing with Ghana's LGBTQ+ community. How the LGBTQ+ friend is the new black friend and the root of toxicity. We go in this episode! This episode is sponsored by Orbitz: orbitz.com/prideShoutouts:Shana - Trans Boxing - @transboxing - Trans boxing is an art project in the form of a boxing club that centers trans and gender variant peopleKris - Jackée Harry - actress, si...
2021-03-2957 minBad QueersSuper Straight I Episode 52Do you identify as Super Straight? Beyoncé gracing the Grammy's stage and setting history with her daughter and manager, Blue Ivy. Kirk Franklin's son snitching and what is the equivalent of grey sweatpants for queer womxn? All this and more in this weeks episode. This episode is sponsored by Orbitz: orbitz.com/prideShoutouts:Shana - B. Scott - BET announced the elevation of B. Scott to Executive Producer at the network. B.Scott is the first trans non-binary host, executive producer for BET.Kris - Ryan Ken act...
2021-03-221h 07Bad QueersPolysphere (w/Small World Collective) I Episode 51We are talking all things polyamory with our special guests Small World Collective! This episode is the best how it started vs. how it's going. From who does the everyday tasks to the stereotypes around being black and non-monogamous, you won't want to miss this conversation. Also, Chicago queer life, cliterference, strap and our Bad Queer Opinions. This episode is sponsored by Orbitz: orbitz.com/prideShoutouts:Shana - The Queer Black Lounge on ClubHouse - they have amazing topics, feature other black queer creators. Shoutout to Nay Forde and Queen Kukoyi f...
2021-03-151h 09Bad QueersBeing Black & Queer at the Golden Globes I Episode 50We are at 50 episodes!! Can you believe? Black and Queer people were winning the Golden Globes...with and without winning the Golden Globes. Hear us explain that, what we are watching on Queer Netflix and things we have to apologize for in the future. We get our first Am I a Bad Queer? update and discuss how we need to leave Oprah alone and do better at LGBTQ history. This episode is sponsored by Orbitz: orbitz.com/prideShoutouts:Shana - Pinkmantaray - Schuyler Bailar - 1st Trans D1 NCAA Swim Men’s...
2021-03-081h 01Bad QueersStay Outta Trans Business (w/Max, Trans Content Creator & Activist) I Episode 49This week we have another special guest. Welcome Max, Trans content producer, activist and Head of Global Partnerships at HER. Listen to Max's fun dating adventures, coming out, safe spaces and obstacles for Trans folx in the UK healthcare system. We also settle the debate of what was more disappointing: Brexit or Just Karen Rowling. This episode is sponsored by Orbitz: orbitz.com/prideShoutouts:Shana - Krystina Jackson: Cohost of the Bravemaker Show on YouTube. Actor, LGBTQ+ and differently abled advocate, singer, designer and Ms Wheelchair California 2018 Kris...
2021-03-011h 27Bad QueersQueer Sex Playlist (w/Shelli Nicole) I Episode 48The queen has arrived. Shelli Nicole joined us this week for Bad Queers. You've definitely read her amazing works in Autostraddle, Marie Claire and more (and if you haven't, you should!). We covered so many topics, but high key summary includes pop culture, writing gems for black LGBTQ+ people, "those" white queers and what would be on our sex playlist. This episode is sponsored by Orbitz: orbitz.com/prideShoutouts:Shana - Cicely Tyson - Rest in Paradise Queen. Thank you for paving the way for actors. 96 years - left us with...
2021-02-221h 32Bad QueersBig Switch Energy I Episode 47It's big switch appreciation week (not really, but it should be!)! Baby Gay celebrities are taking over in the best ways. Who invited The Weeknd to the Superbowl? Can't say that we are surprised but Lovecraft Country and all LGBTQ+/Black films deserve better than these Not So Golden Globe nominations. At least the NAACP did a bit better. Also, are you a straight chaser? Shoutouts:Shana - Ria @they.them.ri nonbinary content creator who is working to empower more people in the community and educate others on how to live authentically themselves
2021-02-1555 minBad Queers"You're too pretty to be gay" I Episode 46This week's category is: LGBTQ+ Celebrity Relationships, Reddit and an update on Shana's dating life (her feelings about this are clear in the episode). Elliot Page, Evan Rachel Wood and Niecy Nash are just a few that we explore. SNL's Pete Davidson and John Krasinski kiss was cringy and what we think about the phrase "you're too pretty to be gay". Shoutouts:Shana - Stacey Abrams for being nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize Kris - RIP to Sophie, the pioneering trans electronic music producer who revolutionized pop, ha...
2021-02-0858 minBad QueersWhat's the U-Haul timeframe? (w/A & Bee from One and a Half Lesbians Podcast) I Episode 45This week we are talking about dating with special guests from One and a Half Lesbians, A & Bee. Brief intro into the first week of presidency and reviewing Keyshia Cole vs. Ashanti - we deep dive into dating. U-Hauling, sexting, club vibes, what really goes down in the DM's and can we have more femme for femme loving, please? Shoutouts:Shana - Joe Biden - Reversing Trump’s Transgender Ban from the Military which kept trans people from serving in the militaryKris - Tessa Thompson for signing a new pr...
2021-02-011h 00Bad QueersLet's Get LOUD I Episode 44Let's get loud about our predictions for the election. Honestly, we called it. From Lady Gaga to Kamala Harris to J-Lo's setlist. Unfortunately, snitch Mitch and Trump make an appearance too. Banning conversion therapy in Kentucky, trans youth rights in Montana and how LGBTQ+ meme pages need more diversity. And Kris tries to get Shana in her feelings around dating. Shoutouts:Shana - United States vs. Billie Holiday film that is about to come out. The film follows Holiday during her career as she is targeted by the Federal Department of Narcotics wi...
2021-01-251h 07Bad Queers#NoFlyList I Episode 43We are back from #vagaytion and honestly...we leave for one week and shit goes down. You know we are talking about the #NoFlyList shenanigans, lesbians holding their conservative families accountable and Bridgerton. Am I a bad queer? Has some shade and listen to Heaux Tales if you haven't. Shoutouts:Shana - TV Personality Jayla Roxx for launching first Black-Owned LGBTQ Vegan & Cruelty free makeup brand. Batme cosmetics. Each purchase donates a profit to various trans led organizations and fundraisers - Follow @batmecosmetics Kris - #BussItChallenge - thank you for g...
2021-01-1859 minBad QueersThe Great Zoom Date Escape (w/ CEO & Founder of HER Robyn Exton) I Episode 42Happy New Year! We needed to start the year off right, and what better way than to have the CEO of HER, Robyn Exton, join to discuss online dating trends, how to successfully escape zoom dates annnnnnd she's single so join for our unofficial live dating show! Shoutouts:Shana - This is potentially the only shoutout that 2020 will get. Shoutout to those who were able to find themselves, come out, speak things into existence, make needed changes, be so unapologetic about trauma/mental health/etc. And just be so blackity black and queering up...
2021-01-041h 19Bad QueersTeam Keyshia Cole or Ashanti? I Episode 41Even though the Keyshia Cole vz. Ashanti was postponed, we had to weigh in. Kris has watched The Prom and hearing her review will make your day. Today's topics also include: Ellen Degeneres and COVID, Tulis Gabbard making us face palm once again and, as queer womxn, what we need to start normalizing. Shoutouts:Shana - Indya Moore and the Transanta Instagram Page. Do something good this holigay season! Kris - Bianca’s Design Shop is a small independent shop that features rad pins, creative goods, & other cute things made wit...
2020-12-2858 minBad QueersDon't F*ck Up Allyship (w/ Otoja Abit Writer/Director of A New York Christmas Wedding) I Episode 40We have our first Ally (yes, breeder!) on Bad Queers. This week we welcome Otoja Abit, Writer/Director of A New York Christmas Wedding on Netflix. We discuss how Hollywood needs to do better, performative allyship, religion, secret gems of the movie and of course, Keyshia Cole or Ashanti. Be sure to watch the film and enjoy your holigays!Shoutouts:Shana - Imara Jones and TransLash Media for the Trans-Owned Business Directory Kris - To @lottidot on Twitter for creating a new Black Holiday. Supposedly, according to Twitter commenters on...
2020-12-211h 26Bad QueersElliot Page's Happiest Season I Episode 39This week we had a solid deep dive about the following people: Elliot Page. Candace Owens. Harry Styles. Noah Cyrus. Dionne Warwick. Jimir Reece Davis. Also, hear our unfiltered and unapologetic review of the Happiest Season and you won't want to miss the absolute mess in this weeks advice segment "Am I a Bad Queer?". Reminder that if you live in Georgia, please vote 🗳Shoutouts:Shana - A New York Christmas Wedding & Georgia Senate Race (VOTE!)Kris - Holding Court Podcast on Black Effect Podcast NetworkSta...
2020-12-141h 25Bad QueersShoot your Shot (with Drag King Maxxx Pleasure) I Episode 38This week on Bad Queers we had special guest Maxxx Pleasure to talk all about the life of a drag king. From stereotypes and telling your family to how it started vs. how it's going, you'll learn so much this episode (along with our Bad Queer Opinions)!Shoutouts:Shana - thems health, an amazing page on IG whos mission is wellbeing beyond the binaryKris - HauteButch is a queer black owned brand creating masculine clothing tailored to fit women’s bodiesMaxxx - The Kingdom of...
2020-12-071h 01Bad QueersThe L Word is not our Friend I Episode 3728% of the LGBTQ+ Community voted for Trump. Let that sink in. Nobody asked Candace Owens for her opinion on Harry Styles wearing a dress, but here we are. Studs can wear makeup, he/him lesbians are not a thing and who would Kris begrudgingly hang out with on The L Word? Shoutouts:Shana - Lucky Skivvies (@luckyskivvies) The most comfortable gender neutral boxer briefs, ever.Kris - Show & Tell Concepts Shop (@showtelloakland) Oakland based. Show and Tell Concepts shop is here for all the style that will bring you joy...
2020-11-3048 minBad QueersProud to be Butch (with Moj Mahdara) I Episode 36Welcome to the Bad Queers family, Moj Mahdara! Moj is the CEO of BeautyCon and joined Kris and Shana to discuss all things butch identities, black lives matter, the real gay agenda, how all queers don't know each other and how Moj's wife is a genius. All this and more on this week's episode. Shoutouts:Shana - Black LGBTQIA+ Groceries (@blackandqueergroceries) Bay Area solutions for Black Queer Food insecurity Kris - Intelexual Media (@intelexualmedia) by Elexus Gionde shares facts and stories about race, history, sexuality, black progression, culture and pride
2020-11-231h 34Bad QueersWe Don't Deserve Black Women | Episode 35What a difference a week makes. You can't steal our joy.We discuss the election- the good, bad, and the ugly and congratulate Madam Vice President Kamala Harris, Stacey Abrams, Karrine Jean-Pierre, Symone Sanders and ALL the Black Women who saved our undeserving selves AGAIN.Shoutouts:Shana - Matt Bernstein @mattxiv has absolutely incredible content, is the white queer ally we need - also makeup skills on point, here for itKris - Donate to Fair Fight Action and GASenate.com- you don't have t...
2020-11-161h 13Bad QueersDon't put your ex in the friendzone I Episode 34Congrats to Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe on their engagement. Lil Nas X did that during Halloween. Who says your queer best friend can't be the background on your phone? Exes do not deserve to be your friend. And Taiwan is the only place handling COVID right, with their Pride Celebrations! *BAD HAIR SPOILER* 15:17 - 27:24Shoutouts:Shana - Gaby Dunn (Road? Both?) for all of their live reads of films with all LGBTQ+ castsKris - In and Out Apparel Based in Washington, DC, we are a black, female, and...
2020-11-0958 minBad QueersCoochie Quarantine I Episode 33Fully in preparation mode for this election. Also realized Shana meant to talk about Tiffany Trump, not Ivanka, for the Pride rally. But don't care about either of them, so whatevs. Defining Intersex and Gender-Expansive. Niecy Nash coming to daytime television? And, did you catch the Coochie Quarantine? All this and more for your listening pleasure.Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Voters. Barack Obama. Beyoncé for the Ivy Park releaseKris - FLAVNT Streetwear is an Austin-based independent clothing brand for everyone within and anyone who supports the LGBTQ+ community founded by C...
2020-11-0249 minBad QueersStuds are Black I Episode 32Read that title again. Sue Bird is dropping facts about the differences between women's soccer and basketball, Jaden and Willow Smith speak out about being excluded by the black community and we finally talk about Ratched in all it's glory. Advice around having friends who support Trump and our Bad Queer opinions about using pronouns and Michael K. Williams (honestly not even a bad opinion, we just love him). Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Feelmore Oakland & Berkeley sex shop. Black and queer owned and run!Kris - Brown Estate Vineyards is the f...
2020-10-261h 11Bad QueersStraight media made me queer I Episode 31Honestly breeders, straight tv/movies/media is to blame for our queerness. Rest in power to Monica Roberts, a genuine shoutout to Pete Buttigieg and Bill Burr's SNL skit was actually hilarious. Also, fake girlfriends, wives who are fuckboi's and giving phone numbers to straight men. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Sue Bird for her fourth WNBA Championship Kris - Lebron James for his fourth NBA Championship Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:
2020-10-191h 14Bad QueersProud Boys...but make it gay I Episode 30In case you hadn't guessed, queer is no longer a slur. This week we give advice around age gaps, making a playlist for your ex and hitting on someone you don't know is queer. Reclaiming our pride with the Proud boys hashtag, conservative judges trying to take back our rights and Rihanna gracing us the with Savage x Fenty fashion showShoutouts This Week:Shana - Golden Gaze Bed and Breakfast. Sustainable, Affirming, Queer AF, Cannabis friendly and most importantly, Canadian.Kris - Red Bay Coffee. Black Owned Coffee Roasters. Founded 2014 by...
2020-10-1253 minBad QueersSo Many Gems (with Imara Jones) I Episode 29This week we had Imara Jones from Translash Media join us, and believe us when we tell you she dropped GEMS on us! So many that we couldn't even choose a title that was worthy. We explored how cis women need to do better when it comes to the trans community, blocking our blessings and the all black lives matter movement. And that is just a sprinkle of what you will get from this weeks podcast. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Meg Linehan for holding NWSL soccer reporters accountable when using incorrect pronouns
2020-10-0559 minBad QueersProtect Your Energy. I Episode 28Barbados continues to woo us (well, sort of). Brittani Nichols and Issa Rae have a queer show coming. Mara Brock Akil and Girlfriends get their flowers- while Kris asks the universe (specifically Mara Brock Akil and Lena Waithe) to make a Girlfriends for us black queer womxn. Shana challenges queer womxn to use their big clit energy to shoot your shot. You can be a social top sometimes. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Janelle Monae for Turntables, Antebellum, and her NEW HAIRDO. Btw- the songs we were referring to are Q.U...
2020-09-2845 minBad QueersThank you for being Black (with Jade Fox) I Episode 27This week Bad Queers welcomes creator, Youtuber and comedian, Jade Fox to discuss content, marching band, brunch, fashion and SZA because, obviously we should always talk about SZA. Come join for all the laughs.Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Lovecraft Country on HBOKris - P-Valley on StarzJade - Automic Gold Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueerspod@gmail.com or DM on Instagram...
2020-09-211h 34Bad QueersNIECY NASH?!?! I Episode 26Niecy Nash is fam y'all!! Coming out here with the plot twist of all plot twists. And then we talk about black excellence, heteronormativity and call people out on their relationship blindspots. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Gabby Williams and Stefanie Dolson for their Black Trans Lives Matter shirts before their WNBA gameKris - Maya Moore for her social justice work Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice...
2020-09-1456 minBad QueersDown Low I Episode 25If you've watched Law & Order: SVU then you have an idea of what being on the "down low" is. If not, go watch the show, what are you doing? As well, we share in queer news about Jacob Blake and give advice around exes who lurk on Instagram stories. WNBA continues to be great and more on this weeks episode. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Milwaukee Bucks for boycotting gam 5. WNBA, NBA, NWSL, MLS for boycotting games and/or speaking upKris - Kyrie Irving for calling what happened with boycotting. And paying...
2020-09-071h 11Bad QueersFuck boys are timeless (with Sam Jay) I Episode 24Surprise! In honor of Beyoncé's birthday, we brought you TWO episodes this week. Joined by our special guest, Sam Jay, from Netflix's 3 AM comedy special and SNL - we talked all things with girlfriends, holding responsibility in writing jokes and how strap ons are played out. Get all this and more in our special surprise episode. Happy Birthday Queen Bey!Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Translash Podcast - They just launched Thursday the 20th, they have created a space to discuss creating a fairer world for all, especially at this height of anti t...
2020-09-0454 minBad QueersA Flannel Filled Pride I Episode 23Pride in October needs to be a thing! Get your bussy all over this episode with our discussion on Karine Jean-Pierre as Kamala Harris's Chief of Staff, exes hiding the truth about their funds and stop saying that tops are always masculine. Join this weeks convo for this and more! Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Aaron Phillip and Chella Man for their feature in Vogue Kris - Our unofficial third member of Bad Queers, Melody!Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chess
2020-08-3149 minBad QueersMore Intersectionality (with Gayish Podcast) I Episode 22This week we are joined by the amazing hosts of Gayish Podcast, Mike and Kyle, to continue our discussion about intersectionality. We did this with a slight twist, by asking questions that Shana and Kris typically receive as black, queer women and flipping it to ask white, gay men. Spoiler alert: we had a blast. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Moss the Doula, a trans & queer centered doula & childbirth educator. You can find them mossthedoula.com and @mossthedoula on IG! Also, King Yaa (@queerbirthworker / https://www.kingyaa.co.za/) and Erika Davis (@_wholebodypregnancy_ / https...
2020-08-241h 04Bad QueersBette Porter is our VP! I Episode 21Alright, not Bette Porter, but her doppleganger Kamala Harris is officially the Democratic Nominee for Vice President. And when we weren't discussing this, Zoe Kravitz called out Hulu's diversity problem, the WNBA continues to make moves in athlete protests and period leave is becoming a thing. Bad Queer opinions around lesbians and gays being bullies to bisexual people and bro culture needs to be cancelled. All this and more in this weeks episode! Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Janelle Monáe Kris - Mimi Faust and Ty Young for getting engaged...
2020-08-171h 09Bad QueersLeave Billy Porter Alone I Episode 20Unpopular Queer Opinion: Pose literally deserves SO MUCH more, but attacking Billy Porter won't help. We break down pronouns, steamy dreams about exes and both the Emmy's and GLAAD awards. Audio via The Hollywood ReporterShoutouts This Week:Shana - 1. Slutbot with is a product of Juicebox, a messaging bot that helps you with dirty talk in the bedroom.2. Black is King by Beyoncé, duh. Kris - 1. Lena Waithe for being The Hollywood Reporter's TV Producer of the Year2. British Vogue for featuring Professor Angela Davis and J...
2020-08-101h 07Bad QueersDon't Mess with the Ex I Episode 19Remember, your ex is trash that needs to stay on the curb, don't bring that back in your house. In other news, Barbados and Mexico are winning, I guess Taylor Swift dropped an album...and studs/MOC folks deserve a genderless clothing line. That and more in this weeks episode.Shoutouts This Week:Shana - NWSL and the Houston DashKris - WNBA and Kyrie IrvingBad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers...
2020-08-0355 minBad QueersRight Under & Behind the Ear I Episode 18After facing casting backlash, Rub & Tug commits to a trans lead for the role of Dante “Tex” Gill. The Pentagon bans Confederate flags from all military bases then cancels the progressive step by banning the Pride flag. The workplace culture at The Ellen DeGeneres show is exposed. We explain why/how communication, patience, and possibly the neck is the way to free your touch-me-not studsband. And we gotta let carpet muncher/carpet munching go - the phrase not the act. Shoutouts This Week:Shana - Autostraddle: You Need to List...
2020-07-2752 minBad QueersAll Boys Aren't Blue (with George M. Johnson) I Episode 17All Boys Aren't Blue is an incredible memoir-manifesto about the black LGBTQ+ experience. Shana and Kris had the opportunity to have a socially distanced talk with George about the book, leading with love and how everyone is actually a vers in our Bad Queer Opinions. Check out our shoutouts:Angelica Ross for Episode 4 of Pose (@angelicaross)Jade Fox for the Black Introvert Shirt (@iamjadefox)Raquel Willis (@raquel_willis)Pose (@poseonfx) especially MJ Rodriguez (@mjrodriguez7)Billy Porter (@theebillyporter)Kalen Allen (@thekalenallen)Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers...
2020-07-201h 14Bad QueersChristian Cooper, No Relation - Episode 10You know we have to break down Christian Cooper vs. Amy Cooper (No Relation) situation. We have found a couple of companies doing it right, before Pride month. Say his name, #GeorgeFloyd. Am I a bad queer? Discusses being over only talking about my queerness to what happens when you don't like sex toys during sex? Also, Kris hates musicals. What a week.Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueerspod@gmail.comFollow us @badqueerspod on...
2020-06-0158 minBad QueersKris is Offended - Episode 8Do you prefer the rainbow emoji or the pride emoji? Have you heard the phrase Uncork the Pork? Calling out studs who make the stud community look bad and a socially distanced walk through of this hot mess week in LGBTQ+ news.Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueerspod@gmail.comFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokLove our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsShoutout to our sponsor HER App
2020-05-1852 minBad QueersJust Like an Aquarius - Episode 1Unpopular Queer Opinion: Astrology is unnecessary and makes no sense. Now that we have your attention, Bad Queers Kris & Shana discuss Lena Waithe, digital pride and are a bad queer for still eating Chick Fil A? All that and more in our first EVER episode! Bad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueerspod@gmail.comFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsShoutout to our...
2020-04-2949 minBad QueersWelcome to the Bad Queers Club!Welcome! You're officially part of the Bad Queers Club. A space where co-hosts Kris and Shana discuss breaking stereotypes and share stories that are often overlooked. We’re dedicated to those who feel like they came out of the closet only to be placed in a box they don't belong to. Here, our conversations are like stepping into an intimate gathering among your closest queer friends - sometimes messy, sometimes serious, but always real.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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