In The Basement with McLemore

LGBTQ – Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Bryant McLemore-Smith as he peels back the layers of identity within the LGBTQ community. In episode 8, Bryant delves into the profound world of "T"—for Trans—through a candid and illuminating conversation with Vera, a 35-year-old trans femme who began her transition 13 years ago. Vera’s story is one of self-discovery, courage, and transformation,...

SPILL THE TEA - Step into the shadows with In The Basement with McLemore, where host Bryant McLemore-Smith gets recklessly real with Napolean Mathis Jr. This episode pulls no punches—it's a raw, dangerously intriguing dive into WRECKLACE SEXUAL BEHAVIOR, HIV, and POZ. What does it truly mean to live on the edge, navigating life and love with HIV in a world where some play it safe, but others throw...

Experience one of the most powerful podcasts yet. Sit down, grab your favorite drink, and get ready for “In The Basement with McLemore.” Host Bryant McLemore-Smith has an in-depth conversation with Mr. Jerome Braggs that you won’t want to miss. Jerome’s book ONLY FEED ME LIFE is NOW available on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. The day he published his book, I lit a candle and said a prayer: “Ma...

In this captivating episode of “In The Basement,” host Bryant McLemore welcomes the remarkable Mr. Leslie Givens for an inspiring conversation. Leslie’s journey began at just 18 years old, igniting a passion for helping others that has only grown stronger over time. As Affinity’s first male board member, Leslie shattered barriers and set new standards for community leadership. His commitment to se...

In the latest episode of “In the Basement with McLemore,” host Bryant McLemore-Smith sits down with Mr. Charles Nelson, President of the Chicago Chapter of Adodi, to discuss the enduring legacy and vital role of Adodi. Described as “a building of community,” Adodi has become a source of support, brotherhood, and healing for many same-gender-loving men of African descent, as well as those with Lati...

In The Basement, Host Bryant McLemore-Smith is joined in a detailed conversation with fellow Adodi (adodi.org) member Grey Jones. Adodi National is an intergenerational brotherhood of Black-Same-Gender-Loving (SGL) Men across the African Diaspora, and childhood friend Scott Allen of Nupraise Media nupraisemedia.com, to discuss gay dating in retirement age, the generation gaps between the old and n...

Bryant McLemore-Smith host of In the Basement with McLemore Episode #2, have an indepth conversation with Writer - Director and Producer of BlkOut Theater Project Play Lovers An Original Horror Story Roman Mitchell. Lovers An Original Horror Story. Lovers is not just a story about relationships. It's about what relationships are being forced to carry in a society that has hollowed out everything e...

In The Basement with McLemore – Is a show within itself. Filled with insightful conversation around the LGBTQ community. Join Bryant McLemore-Smith, a seasoned activist fighting for gays rights, black and brown rights, as he discusses life in the LGBTQ community. Discrimination of White gays against Black gays, the relationship between the church and gays. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....