Bad Queers

Clearly, the NAACP Image awards do not get the kudos they deserve. Ahn-Ja-lah (Angela) Bassett and Davis did the thing. Congratulations to Zaya Wade for legalizing her gender and name change. Do you feel overwhelmed by all the anti-trans bills? You're not a Bad Queer for feeling that way. Last but not least, go ahead and cancel that New York Times subscription.                               ...

Another week, another attack on our trans community. From the New York Times, professional surfing competitions and lawmakers - when will it ever end? We give our "better late than never" reactions to the Super Bowl and Grammy's as well as AIABQ? advice that has Shana and Kris divided. And folks who identify as STEMs or Futches deserve their own fashion line. Shoutouts: Shana: Britt...

This week we welcome writer, executive producer, showrunner and novelist, Rasheed Newson. We discuss Rasheed's newest must-own book, "My Government Means to Kill Me: A Novel" , what it takes to center Black, queer stories and making modern history accessible. We also get candid about Rasheed's 20+ years in Hollywood, writing on shows like Bel-Air, The Chi, and Lie to Me as he s...

RIP to Tyre Nichols. Another Black life lost at the hands of police. Utah officially passed a bill that banned transition related care for minors. The WNBA free agency is already blowing our minds. Sam Smith's new video came out and so did the haters who feel like being sexy is just for thin, white, queer folks. And we double down on our opinions about Beyoncé performing in Dubai. Shoutouts:...

Currently, there over 100 anti-LGBTQ+ before state legislatures, with Texas taking the lead by having 36 bills. The WNBA free agency is already causing chaos and the fight for charter flights for players is ongoing. The L Word: Generation Q finale finally brought us Black Love with Sophie and Pippa. Shana shares her review on Velma. And the rage against Beyoncé's performance in Dubai needs to...

Two words: George Santos. If you don't know, we are going to fill you in on the lies and deception from this gay, republican,  congressman. We recap The L Word: Generation Q and ask the important question, "where is Gigi?". Is Velma the new LGBTQ+ show we want or should we pass? AIABQ? For telling my friend I don't want to be anything more than friends? And more. Shoutouts: Sha...

This week we welcome writer Dani Janae from Autostraddle. We discuss growing up queer in Pittsburgh, the top 5 fictional characters that influenced our queerness and reviewed The White Lotus and The L Word: Generation Q. We broke down whether we felt "the gay voice" was real and representation in writing. Shoutouts: Shana: The San Diego Black LGBTQ Coalition for hosting their first Black...

Someone needs to get their girl Oklahoma and all these bills she is trying to pass. Shana gives a full recap of The L Word: Gen Q - The Musical since Kris won't watch it. Congratulations for Robin Roberts on her engagement. We receive an AIABQ? update and how to manage if you don't like the word "queer".  Kris applies anti-gender affirming healthcare "logic" to questi...

At the beginning of 2023 we do a full 2022 recap so y'all remember what we're not going to do in 2023. We welcome Founder of E3 Radio, Anna DeShawn, to identify highlights, lowlights and everything in between. Starting with MJ Rodriguez historical win at the Golden Globes, the entirety of Brittney Griner's time in Russia and so much more.  2022 Shoutouts: Shana:    Brittney Griner a...

The last episode of 2022 we go through a recap of our favorite shows, movies, music and books. We also break down the last two episodes of The L Word: Generation Q and how much Kris is looking forward to the musical episode 😉. Bad Queer Opinions talk about the lack of Black love on The L Word: Generation Q and stop encouraging your friends to hook up with more friends. Shoutouts: Shana:   Black Q...

Brittney Griner is free! Kris & Shana take the time to celebrate Brittney's release and the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act. Barbados decriminalizes gay sex and Kehlani's recent run in with a**holes (Trigger warning: Sexual assault 22:43 - 26:12). What does it even mean to be a January Aquarius? And a full update about why we don't see more Black & Brown Drag Kings. ...

Kehlani in The L Word: Generation Q. Kehlani with Letitia Wright. Kehlani, PERIODT. Needless to say, Kehlani won this week. In queer news, Indonesia banned sex outside of marriage for locals and foreigners, Domestic terror threats to LGBTQ+, Jewish and migrant communities and the latest Brittney Griner update (the day before she was released!) and the state of Georgia came through again. We are up...

Continuing with our Wakanda is Queer theme, now the LGBTQ+ community is lusting over Letitia Wright and imagining a world with Vibranium Strap-ons. The L Word Generation Q is here, queer and we have our full review of the first two episodes. What's the difference between friends with benefits and situationships? And explaining the Respect for Marriage Act like we are five.  Shoutouts: Shana:...

This week we welcome Emmy Award Winning Director, Nneka Onuorah. Nneka joins us to discuss her documentaries and directing, including Lizzo's "Watch Out for the Big GRRLs" and The Same Difference. Nneka shares how she builds relationships with each person she works with, what it was really like directing Barack Obama and how to consistently show up as your authentic self no matter t...

Kris 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 allie...

Midterm elections came through in the US...kind of? The LGBTQ+ Community had wins and that is what counts. Brian Michael Smith was added to People Magazine's list of Sexiest Men Alive and we give a high key summary of the recent season of The Crown. Bad Queer Opinions that you won't want to miss about a coming out onboarding and straight people playing LGBTQ+ characters.  Shoutouts: Shan...

Shelli shares how she is the prodigal dyke daughter to her parents. If we have to tell y'all again to leave Zaya Wade alone, let this child live her life. We take a guess at what The L Word: Generation Q's season will look like, discuss the secret wedding of Miss Puerto Rico and Miss Argentina and celebrate the first Trans Woman to own The Miss Universe Pageant. Finally, there is some in...

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! This week we welcome comedian, event producer and activist, Kia Barnes (aka Kia Comedy). We discuss how Atlanta has been in these s...

Kris 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 crea...

This week we welcome writer, filmmaker,and Black Studies PhD student at Northwestern University, Charlene A. Carruthers. Charlene is the creator of the short film "The Funnel" a short film about Black queer love and ancestral power. We get to discuss Charlene's recent marriage, coming out story, Chicago life and the behind the scenes insight of creating "The Funnel". Shout...

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 i...

[This is a repeat of Episode 75 w/Amber Hikes] We 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 impac...

Happy reminder that Kris is on maternity leave! This week we welcome our special guest host, Culture Editor of Autostraddle, Shelli Nicole. We jump right into discussing lesbian bed death, celebrate the WNBA Champions Las Vegas Aces and are queer women dedicated to LGBTQ+ bars that center them? Shoutouts: Shana: Oakland to all - Bay Area Ballroom Scene. Founded by Shireen aka Hype Kitty and Sailor...

Congratulations 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&a...

We are circling back in honor of Max's recent engagement! This 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 Rowl...