Cordaro Johnson

Daro’s Daring Thoughts

Society EN ↓ 164 episodes

“There’s no real way to be invisible...or passionate about EVERYTHING!” -Dawkins My name is Cordaro and my goal is to make a positive impact in other people’s lives. I run a podcast called Daro’s Daring Thoughts, which is a weekly show about current events, news, political topics, trends etc; and how my mind navigates through the authenticity - while eliminating the bones. I want people to have a positive experience with this podcast, but also learn a perspective they never knew existed. My Rants will have you Raving! Email darodaresu@gmail.com

Author

Cordaro Johnson

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Jan 16, 2026

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Episodes

Melanin Edition: The Dating Pool Has Piss In It with Nude Radio 25.09.2023

Dating isn't easy, but it's worse than ever. People make crazy assumptions, they see each other at face value, and most of the time all they want is sex. What if you actually want to get to know someone? Cordaro and Kenny Heflin (Nude Radio) talk about what they want from dating, and what they're getting. Then, hear where they're looking to meet new people these days... Connect wit...

Melanin Edition: This Is 50 with Didi 18.09.2023

50 seems like a milestone we don't ever want to reach. Dare Bears, the bestie Didi is here to tell you just how wrong you are - and why 50+ is EVERYTHING. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram using @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Scary A Word 06.09.2023

...Apologize? Is it worth it? Dare Bears, let's be honest for a few minutes. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: I Don't Know You 04.09.2023

Years don't equate to healthy relationships. We hold on to people for too damn long. It's time to look at some of these people and say "I Don't Know You."

Melanin Edition: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop with Justin 21.08.2023

Cordaro and Justin discuss the history and culture of 50 years of hip hop...what's your take? Follow Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Move Out Da Way 14.08.2023

When meta friends want to move funny, they can move out da way. Did you catch that? Be direct - or stay out of Cordaro's circle. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Leave Us Alone - O'Shea Sibley 07.08.2023

Following this tragedy, Cordaro transparently shares about safety, the BS of allyship, what it will actually take as BLACK and QUEER community members to find safety in our communities, and more. Missed the headline? https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/31/nyregion/stabbing-gas-station-brooklyn.html Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Meta Relationships with Crystal 24.07.2023

Are Meta relationships real? Cordaro and Crystal chat about how they became friends, the Clubhouse scene, and more. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Renaissance Impact with Mojo 17.07.2023

What was the impact of Renaissance on Ballroom culture? Daro and Mojo talk colorism, homophobia, fatphobia, and more on this episode. Find Mojo on all platforms @mojodisco Find Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Can I Date a F*ck Buddy? 10.07.2023

Dare Bears, you know Cordaro loves his F*ck Buddies...but what happens when he catches feelings? Do you have to choose between a n*t and a broken heart? Find out his answers in this episode! Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro with podcast suggestions using darodaresu@gmail.com Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review this show!

Melanin Edition: Living With Chronic Pain 03.07.2023

This sh*t ain't for the week, Dare Bears. Living with chronic pain impacts my life every f*cking day. Listen if you want to learn or relate. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro at darodaresu@gmail.com

Hot Topics with Makeup Artist KP 26.06.2023

Catfishing stories, Beyonce cringe, colorism in the entertainment industry, do fat girls deserve ugly men, and more with KP. Follow KP on Instagram @_makeupbykpatterson Follow Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro with topic suggestions and feedback using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: You Mad Cuz It Ain't You 19.06.2023

Byron Perkins being read 5 seconds after coming out, biracial dating, Durann Bernarr's take, and more. Be honest, you mad, or you mad cuz it aint' you? Follow Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email show suggestions and feedback to darodaresu@gmail.com

Season Five Opening Episode 16.06.2023

We're back Dare Bears! Here's what you can look forward to, rain or shine, each week. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro at darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Music & Fashion with Notorious Shad 22.03.2023

You can’t talk fashion without music and you can’t talk music without fashion. Notorious Shad and Daro discuss the evolution of both from the 90s to current times. What trends that have evolved music in a good way...and what have been bad... Who are artists that are giving us exactly what we what to see and hear? What does fashion look like with all these trends? Listen for the tea Dare Bears. Con...

Melanin Edition: Switching Up My Network 16.03.2023

Cordero has dedicated his who life to supporting cis gender women in what they do. The older he gets, the more he realizes that has hurt him more than it has helped him. He is nearly 37, and he doesn’t have a core group of professional, black gay men he can network with. So how does he switch up his circle? Follow Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Poly Poly Poly with Kiana 08.03.2023

Cordaro pops his pansexual cherry on today's episode - his first pansexual guest Kiana joins him to talk about her poly lifestyle, love, sex, and more. Listen for all the tea. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Connect with Kiana and browse her jewelry on Instagram @kianamuseart

Melanin Edition: Dating Ain't No Heaux with The Dating Coach 01.03.2023

Dating as a gay black man is hard in these streets, but there are some uncomfortable truths and I must accept the part I play. Join me and The Gay Dating Coach in that conversation. Connect with Lamont White on Instagam @thegaydatingcoach Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago

Melanin Edition: My Superpower 18.01.2023

Do you have natural traits that you ignore or treat as a weakness?  In this episode, learn how Daro discovered his superpower of being open to others, in tune with his feelings, and trusting his gut.   Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaros_santiago Email Cordaro at darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: Sag Season Got Me 16.01.2023

...got me f*cked up. Career, family, health, PTSD, my car. Listen. The new year starts in March as far as I'm concerned. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro at darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: He Wants The Scent with Kenny Heflin 11.01.2023

The Nudist joins Cordaro to chat SEX. Just listen and find out.

Melanin Edition: We Can't Be Friends 30.12.2022

Y'all ever break up or have a situationship or crush and think you can "still be friends." NO. We can't still be friends, unless you wanna be friends with a jealous b*tch. Cordaro gets emotional as he thinks about the people he's loved, tried to keep as friends, and had to give up.

Melanin Edition: We Are Doomed 23.12.2022

Rude communication between so-called "friends," transphobic GAY people, and more...times are changing. Are we doomed? Follow Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro at darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: It Is What It Is 23.11.2022

It's tough out here in these streets. People wanna play with my emotions and promise relationships that are never gonna happen. Dare Bears, let me be the one to give you all permission...have an "It is what it is" moment with me. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro using darodaresu@gmail.com

Melanin Edition: I Topped 18.11.2022

Dare Bears...did any of us see this *coming*? The tea is piping in this one. Connect with Cordaro on Instagram @cordaro_santiago Email Cordaro at darodaresu@gmail.com

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