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Don't Be GayDon't Be A Season Finale Hello there! The time has come for our final episode! Josh and Shawn talk about what thye have learned while podcasting over the past few months as well what is in store for the spring/summer! Josh talks about new shows they willbe perfoming on and Shawn talks about what new ventures he will be diving into when it comes to drag and comedy. Shawn also talks about the Renaissance prep process and Josh shares their fav moments from the podcast. Thanks so much to everyone for listenting and make sure to stay tuned for season 2!
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Don't Be GayDon't Be a Drag (Ft. Pagina)This weeks episode! We dive into all things drag with our special guest Pagina! They talk to us about how they got there starting to drag and how drag has helped them become the amazing performer that they are today! Shawn talks about his experience starting drag, and the three of them talk about some of their favorite queens in the Chicago scene, and how RuPaul’s drag race has affected the lives of local queens! This week's episode is anoything but a drag, so go ahead and enjoy!
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Don't Be GayDon't Be a 90's Baby (Ft. Riley Cosgrove)Hello, hello hello! This week we are back with another episode and our special guest this week is the one and only Midwestern queen of comedy Riley Cosgrove! On this episode, we talk about all things, pop, culture and nostalgia from the 90s! As 90s babies, we discuss, iconic, pop, diva moments, razor flip phones, and what we wore back in the day and would never wear ever wear again! Riley and Shawn also talk about being new roommates and the 3 also discuss performing stand up comedy in the Midwest! This one is wild, so please take a breath, and ge...2023-03-1557 min
Don't Be GayDon't Be A Girl Boss Hater (Ft. Grace Bahler) Hello everyone! This week we have a truly special guest on the podcast, one of our dearest friends and also one of Chicago's finest comics, Grace Bahler! Grace talks about how her love of comedy and performing came into fruition, being biligual, and what it really means to be a girl boss. We also talk about doing mushrooms, dating as a comedian, and how truly important it is to believe in yourself, no matter what! This week you all are in store for some fun and good vibes in your earpods, so listen and enjoy!!
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Don't Be GayDon't Be Sex NegativeHello Hello Hello! We are back this week to discuss LOVE, SEX, RELATIONSHIPS PART 1! This week we are focusing on the SEX part of the Love triangle. This week Shawn and Josh talk about their worst and best hookup stories, dating apps, and their sexual preferances. Things get wild as Shawn shares his opinion on the fetsihization of people of color in the queer community, and reads actual Grindr messages from a terrible expericence he had. Josh and Shawn also talk about the term "Side", and how they identify with the controversy about this sexual preferance. This one is...2023-02-151h 09
Don't Be GayDon't Be In LoveHello Hello Hello! This week, Shawn and Josh are tackling all things LOVE, SEX, & RELATIONSHIPS! This week they're focusing on Love and Relationships, as they dive into their past relationships and talk about their exes and what they have learned from their raggedy partners. The two also tackle monogamy, and discuss if it even exists anymore, and their thoughts on why open relationships are the best way to love. You'll simply love and adore what we have to say, so enjoy the episode!!
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Don't Be GayDon't Be A Troll (Ft. Cassidy Kulhanek)Hello there! This week we are very excited to have the incredibly talented and hilarious Cassidy Kulhanek on the podcast! The three talk about all things Social Media, and Cassidy tells us the origin of their Iconic Instagram name how to create memorable content! They discuss being featured on Bustle, Elon Musk's unfortunate purchase of Twitter, and talk about how social media can influence your body image. Also Cassidy talks about being disrespected at a Holiday Market, and Shawn learns about the origin of Reese's candy! Grab a seat and get ready to get schooled in the art of...2023-02-0149 min
Don't Be GayDon't Be Home For The HolidaysHello! This week Shawn and Josh take a trip down memory lane and talk about the Holidays! Josh and Shawn talk about their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, as well as their favorite Thanksgiving Clapback memes! They also talk about the queer experience when visiting family members, as well as choosing to celebrate with their chosen fam. Shawn also talks about the infamous Mariah Carey lawsuit scandal, and also discuss the poor representation when it comes to queer holiday movies! Grab a plate and get settled in because this one is a Holiday miracle!
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Don't Be GayDon't Be From ChicagoHello Girlies and welcome back to the Don't Be Gay LLC! This week Shawn and Josh talk about their obsession with Renaissance, discuss the movie "Bros" and "Black Panther", and Josh teaches Shawn the difference between Marvel and DC Comic movies. And speaking of movies, Shawn and Josh also talk about their favorite movie theatres in Chicago, their favorite places to perform, and the two have the age-old classic debate of... which restuarants have the best Deep-Dish Pizza. Also, Josh teaches Shawn some traditional Chicago slang and continue their weekly segment of "What The HET" where Shawn talks about...2023-01-1848 min
Don't Be GayDon’t Be A Podcaster!Hello all, and welcome to the Pilot episode of the Don't Be Gay Podcast!
In our inaugaural episode, we introduce oursleves and give you plenty of information about your gorgeous hosts. Shawn, who is originally from DMV area, talks about how he got his start in comedy and all the long nights he had hustling in the DC comedy scene. Josh, who hails from Chicago, talks about their start in comedy and what inspires their humor. The two discuss improv, queer representation in comedy, the origin of the "Don't Be Gay" title, and their plans to take...2023-01-1152 min
Comics Deserve BetterEpisode 90: Ice Cream Man vol 1 Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, Good Old Neon, and Shanna MatuszakSpooky Season is already here at the CDB Pod with Richard's pick: Ice Cream Man vol 1 Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, Good Old Neon, and Shanna Matuszak (Image). The crew talks about Neapolitan, spiders, drugs, and whether or not they want ice cream after reading this book,. They also choose their favorite book of the season and Carrie surprises us all with her pick.Other books discussed:Hellboy vol. 1-12 and Hellboy in Hell vol. 1-2 by Mike Mignola and Dave Stewart with John Byrne, Richard Corben, P. Craig Ru...2022-09-291h 19