Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat

Welcome back to Knee Deep in Beats, Part 2 — our continued conversation with Sacramento’s very own audio engineers/producers @splashrecordz and @msvameproductions . This episode gets into: What it really looks like to be AFAB & queer in the music industry How streaming platforms shape who “makes it” The tension between authenticity + capitalism The renaissance of physical media (vinyl supremac...

In this episode of Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , hosts Cady Moore and Sharilyn Wester sit down with Sacramento-based producers and engineers Sam Splash and Ms. Vame (Vanessa Neves-Jackson) for a deep dive into queerness, feminism, and identity in today’s music industry. They break down what it means to be AFAB behind the boards, how queer artistry has shifted mainstream sound, and why communit...

This week, Cady and Sharilyn get knee deep in queer sex ed and are joined by Eva Bloom (@whatismybodydoing) — queer and trans late bloomer coach, inclusive sex educator, and host of Out in Bloom — for a cozy and frankly, charming, conversation about what it means to come into your queerness later in life, how to unlearn compulsory heterosexuality, and why sex ed should be way gayer. Together, they...

What happens when you love your partner but living together just isn’t working? Cady and Sharilyn dive into the concept of de-nesting — choosing to live apart while staying together — and how it can reshape what commitment looks like. Cady shares her personal story of de-nesting with her husband Navarre after nearly a decade of cohabitation, revealing what led to the decision, how neurodivergence...

Welcome back to Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , your favorite GayDHD podcast hosted by Cady and Sharilyn. This week, we’re taking the scenic route through non-monogamy : how we practice it, what it means to us, and how we manage everything from jealousy to joy (and all the chaos in between). 💬 In this episode, we talk about: How hierarchy, solo poly, and kitchen-table dynamics actually play out...

It’s officially spooky season, and we’re bringing the chills, laughs, and queer chaos straight to your ear holes! In this “minisode”, Cady and Sharilyn get real about their complicated relationships with horror, swap hilarious Halloween stories, and dig into why spooky season feels so special. From haunted house trauma to legendary costumes (hello, Big Naturals Gandalf!), this episode is part nost...

In this episode of Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , Cady and Sharilyn welcome Lindy — a powerhouse in the Kansas City rope community and the foundress of the Sisterhood of Artistic Rope (SOAR) . Together, we unravel the art of Shibari: its rich history, its role in queer culture, and how rope can be both sensual expression and radical empowerment. Lindy opens up about building safer, more inclusi...

Welcome to Season 2!! In this episode, Cady and Sharilyn journey into the realm of fantasy. Together, they unpack its origins, representation, and how gender bias has shaped the genre. They tackle the Bechdel Test and shine a light on why romance deserves more respect in fantasy storytelling. The conversation celebrates under-recognized voices, highlighting the importance of diversity, strong fema...

Buckle up for a season finale ride! In this episode of Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , your hosts Cady and Sharilyn get personal (per usual) - talking about the chaos of moving, what they’ve learned from season one, and why community really is everything. We dig into the power of storytelling, the harm of medical misinformation, and why centering diverse voices is non-negotiable when it comes to...

In this episode, we finish our crucial conversation with Dr. Thalia McCann, an infectious disease specialist, about the power of trust and communication—especially for queer patients navigating the medical system. We unpack the impact of anti-science propaganda on public health and why effective science communication is more important than ever. But that’s not all—we also discuss an exciting new p...

In this episode, Cady and Sharilyn sit down with Dr. Thalia McCann, an infectious disease specialist, for a deep dive into the messy, fascinating world of public health and medicine. From the dangers of C. diff to the promise of phage therapy, they unpack the latest in infectious disease research and policy. The conversation explores the human side of healthcare - how intersectionality shapes pati...

In this episode of Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , Cady and Sharilyn hit start on a deep dive into the intersection of gaming and identity. From childhood nostalgia to the ways video games shape self-expression, they explore how gaming serves as both an escape and a tool for self-discovery. They share personal stories about growing up with The Sims , getting lost in World of Warcraft , and navig...

🎙️ Syphilis, Sex Ed, and Waffles, Oh My!—With Epidemiologist Stephanie Booth 🍁 In this episode of Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , Cady and Sharilyn sit down with epidemiologist Stephanie Booth to unpack the alarming rise in syphilis cases across the U.S. and the urgent need for improved public health strategies—especially for LGBTQ2S+ communities. They dive into the barriers queer folks face in...

In this episode of Knee Deep in the Passenger Seat , Cady and Sharilyn take a deep dive into the world of pleasure—what it means, why it matters, and the barriers that keep us from fully embracing it. From the science of how stress and guilt hijack joy to personal anecdotes about navigating purity culture and inadequate sex education, they unravel the societal layers that fuel shame around pleasur...

Buckle up for a deep dive into the highs and lows of reproductive healthcare with special guest MJ Hetland (aka @uterusnurse)! From the behind-the-scenes realities of labor and delivery nursing to the systemic challenges around abortion access and maternal mortality, we’re unpacking it all. MJ joins us to chat about the critical role of midwives, the overlooked significance of the APGAR score, and...

Cady & Sharilyn are back with a ✨juicy✨ rundown of their Top Ten Lists for 2024 and a peek into their Ins & Outs for 2025 (spoiler: boundaries are IN). This episode takes a thoughtful look at the highs and lows of the past year—caregiver burnout, the joy of creativity and cosplay, and the vital role of queer community—and sets the stage for an intentional and empowered year ahead. We exp...

In this episode, Cady and Sharilyn sit down with Jill Lissner—educator, content creator, and student—to dive deep into reproductive justice and abortion care. Together, they unpack systemic barriers to access, the power of personal stories, and how misinformation impacts abortion rights. But that’s not all! The conversation takes a creative turn as they explore the sapphic vibes in Wicked , polar...

This week, Cady and Sharilyn take you on a whirlwind ride through the worlds of non-monogamy, queer identity, ADHD life hacks (or lack thereof), and all that jazz (yes, we’re talking musicals). 🎶 Expect spicy takes on relationship dynamics, chaotic tangents that only ADHD kids can deliver, and heartfelt discussions on what it means to be queer and thriving.  Tune in for laughs, feels, and the kin...

In which Sharilyn and Cady realize that they yapped too much in their first episode and that they’d have to split the episode or alienate their ADHD ass fanbase before they even got started.  Translation: Our first episode was 90 minutes long, so we yanked some stuff and made Episode 0, which, if you’re not a D&D kid, is a term that refers to the session before you start your campaign where yo...