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In positive news: We've had a LOT of wins in the Olympics. We discuss Team LGBTQ+ and how our favorite sports (women's gymnastics, soccer, basketball, rugby and Coco Gauff) are performing so far. Couldn't ignore the political mess of Trump's interview during the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) conference and a recent study about adults coming out.  In Am I a Ba...

Maybe living in precedented times is overrated? In an all-new episode, we discuss the craziest two weekends in recent American political history between the Trump assassination attempt, Joe Biden stepping down, and Kamala stepping TF up. Rest in power to Sonya Massey. We discuss the current details of the senseless murder by the police in Illinois. The Summer Olympics are here and over 175 out Oly...

Happy Christmas in July to all those who celebrate. As a present, we're gifting yall a special episode full of all the Bad Queer Opinions from our guests so far this year.  Whether you've missed some or want to hear your favorites back, enjoy the Bad Queer Opinions below. Episode notes: [0:00] Intro [0:59] Mx. Eden's Bad Queer Opinion - Ep 190 [3:18] Siena Liggins' Bad Queer Op...

Politics are politicking.   In this special episode, Shana and Kris dig into the current political goings-on including the horrific Project 2025 plans, the recent Supreme Corrupt decisions, and fallout from the first presidential debate.  Not to totally bum yall out, we end the show sharing what we're currently watching and what's on our to-watch list. Episode notes: [1:17] Category is:...

Victoria 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 t...

The 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 folk...

The 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 watc...

Welcome 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 thei...

This 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...

Our 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 sha...

This 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...

This 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 crown...

We'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 MO...

Some 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...

We'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 li...

We'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 f...

This 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 wi...

Welcome 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 be...

After 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. Pl...

We 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 C...

We 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...

200 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 cel...

This 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 “...

Rest 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...

This 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 opinion...