Bad Queers

You know what we deserve? More diversity in media's representation of queer sex scenes. We attempt to put a positive atmosphere to the shitty news of the world in regards to Roe V. Wade, Brittney Griner and how BET continues to only have "queer moments". Am I a Bad Queer for having too many red flags? We discuss all this and more.  Shoutouts: Shana: Pride South Side - Pride South Si...

Beyoncé made this bop for the queers, and no one can tell us otherwise. Sassy Aubrey...tried. Regardless, house music is here and queer for the summer. We define toxic femininity and parallel polyamory. Brittney Griner's missed phone call and do you still listen to your exes playlist?  Shoutouts: Shana:  Kolby Brianne Leather - Custom-sized leatherwear handmade for ALL bodies - It’s Black &am...

 This week we welcome Emcee, Party Promoter, Event Host and Media Personality, Bo$$ Britt. We discuss how they got into hosting parties, transitioning from the Cincinnati queer scene to the Atlanta queer scene and the transition of events pre and post pandemic. We also discuss their "Girls Need Love" YouTube dating series - it's the queer dating show we deserve. Shoutouts: Shana:  N...

This week we welcome Founder and Executive Director of Oakland Black Pride, Olaywa K. Austin (they/them) to discuss how Oakland Black Pride came to be, their queer history in Oakland and how we can celebrate Pride better.   Shoutouts: Shana: The Trace App - The first ever transition tracking app that includes a curated community. This app provides support during transitions and a safe place to cel...

 This week we welcome queer filmmaker Natalie J. Harris to discuss her short film, Pure. Pure explores coming-of-age experiences through the pressures of a debutante ball (when your crush is a woman), showcases Black joy, and reimagines liberation for marginalized communities. We discuss the creation of the film, boarding school, Black queer friends and how Black queer media representation is lack...

The sequel to Think Like a Man, we introduce "Think like a Bottom". Trigger warning: We discuss the Uvalde shooting, how the monkey pox virus is trending in gay circles (similar to HIV) and Cherelle Griner's media tour to get Brittney back. Shana's Mom visits for the first time while she has lived with a partner and Caitlyn Jenner, have several seats.  Shoutouts: Shana:  Queer...

It's a heavy news week where we discussed the Buffalo terrorist shooting, an update on Brittney Griner and a school in Brisbane who attempted to expel students for being LGBTQ+. On a lighter note, we review Kendrick Lamar's 'Auntie Diaries' and feel free to continue walking by your ex like you don't know them, especially when they did YOU wrong.  Shoutouts: Shana:    Aleja...

We'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...

We are circling back to our recording that we did with award winning writer and NYT Bestseller, George M. Johnson. We wanted to shed light on the book ban, that All Boys Aren't Blue is on, and mainly the incredible story that is All Boys Aren't Blue. All Boys Aren't Blue is an incredible memoir-manifesto about the black LGBTQ+ experience. Shana and Kris had the opportunity to have a...

This week we welcome Amber J. Phillips to discuss her short film ' Abundance' .  Along with building spaces for Black creators, sharing your full self and having a hot stud summer.  Shoutouts: Shana:    Stud Model Project - They’ve curated a platform that allows women to show up as exactly who they are and be celebrated for their admiral features. Stud Model Project Offers professional s...

We tell the story of Zaya Wade on Easter and all the joy and support she had. Isaiah Rashad settled his sex tape comments at Coachella. And the fight for kink to be banned at Pride has begun again. Racism and microaggressions within the LGBTQ+ community, and do you like to pick up the phone, text or none of the above? Shoutouts: Shana:    Janelle Monae's new book The Memory Librarian (and oth...

What is proper strap on etiquette when you're dating? Your own strap? New ones for new folks? We get into it. Jussie Smollett released a new...song? And studs won the WNBA draft. You need to see Sam Jay's Bust Down and finish Abbott Elementary (then promptly rewatch it). Am I a Bad Queer for going to Pride alone after my friends ruined it for me last time? Shoutouts: Shana:    A Strange...

Shoutout to the South Carolina Gamecock's for winning the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament! WNBA Draft is tonight, watch it. International Asexuality Day was this week and we go through new terms we have learned. The category is: Anti-lynching bill, teachers own the Don't Say Gay Bill, Jerrod Carmichael HBO Special and officially Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson! Am I a Bad Queer? Sa...

JK we are definitely talking about The Oscars and the slap heard across the world (sorry not sorry). We also review the positives, like Ariana DeBose being the first openly queer woman of color to win and Lady Gaga's shade to Caitlyn Jenner. Governor Ron DeSantis signs the "Don't Say Gay Bill" and the jealousy we have around Gen-Z's and their queer upbringing.  Shoutouts:...

Between 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 - T...

This 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...

We 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. Shout...

We 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...

It'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 epi...

The 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...

Now 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...

To 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 P...

We'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...

If 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 - De...

We 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 - Stylin...