Nuance & Nonsense

We wrap up Season 2 with everyone's favorite guilty pleasure: reality TV. Q explains how Momtok made her go viral, B shares his Millionaire Matchmaker secret and we guess the zodiac signs of the Bravo Housewives based on some of their most iconic moments.

Special education teacher and mom of 2, schools us on what it takes to balance being an educator and a parent and drops a few gems on a topic your hosts know nothing about...raising kids.

Q breaks down reproductive justice & the origins of the "pro-life" movement and we unpack the "pink pill" epidemic that has us constantly saying, "it's more than just sourdough" in this heavy, but crucial episode. ‘ Understanding Reproductive Justice: Transforming the Pro-Choice Movement ’ by Loretta Ross, National Coordinator - SisterSong  Q’s podcast intervi...

This week, we discuss creating, consuming and critiquing music with someone who not only makes but actually majored in music: Q's childhood friend Patrick. Whether you're a casual listener or a full-on music nerd, this episode hits all the right notes.

There's right, then there's wrong but who gets to decide? We get into the technicalities of morals, ethics, and legalities in one of our most nuanced episodes yet.

How long does it take to master folding a dumpling? Can you really open a restaurant without an investor? Do Michelin stars even matter? Find out in this episode featuring Chef Josh, retired b-boy, executive chef and co-owner of Sampa LA!   wearesampa.com  449 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles  No Reservations, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays  Winter Menu  @ sampa.la  @joshm3lo  Josh’s AGT episode https://youtu.b...

In this episode, we talk about fast fashion, trends returning from the "1900s" and our guest Nica gives us the lowdown on how upcycling can be incorporated into our everyday lives.

What do Fall Ball, March Madness and the 20% of parents who believe they're raising a D1 athlete have in common?...This episode! With our friend and former sports journalist Dan, duh.

Twinks and Otters and Bears, Oh my! In this episode B and our special guest Jeff (a Cancer) take Q over, under and through the rainbow with a crash course in gay lingo, queer culture and gay awakenings. (00:00) Intro (01:22) Jeff, Sun sign: Cancer (13:04) When did you pick the gay life? (33:33) What's a Potato Queen? The gay education of Q. (47:04) Category is: Queer History (49:43) A message...

In honor of Filipino American History Month, Q and B further discuss their family history, the contrasting experiences they had growing up and give us a little background on what FAHM means to them. Timestamps (00:00) Welcome to Season 2 (05:39) Q & B's FAHM-ly Background (22:41) Filipino History Lesson (40:10) Understanding & Breaking Generation Curses

In this nonsense episode we discuss our food likes/dislikes and everything in between, B's culinary quirks and Q speaks on dining etiquette. (03:55) Welcome to the final course) (33:27) Dining Etiquette (49:22) TTYL

From Kesha, to Cassie, to the late Kobe, we're getting into the layers of "grape"-culture, the court of law vs. the court of public opinion, and why it's important to believe survivors of assault and abuse. Brace yourself for this one! (00:00) Intro (01:56) Celebrity Controversies (26:46) Justice for Cassie (34:30) Free Kesha (39:12) Survivor' Plea

B gets kicked out of Catechism, Q upsets some *Duwende*, and other stories that shaped our relationships with spirituality and religion. *Bonus: a mini tarot lesson & spread by B (00:00) Q and B's Catholic Upbringing (15:50) Filipino Folklore (20:13) Beauty in Religion (29:10) How B discovered Tarot & Mini Tarot Lesson (43:26) B interprets Q's Tarot Spread

In this nuanced conversation we learn how our guest Eric blends alternative healing with western practices, B talks Reiki and Q tells us what she won't put up her yoni. (00:00) Meet our guest Eric (11:27) What is NuVillage Wellness? (21:35) Has alternative medicines been co-opted? (30:43) Hot Yoga...takes (39:53) Putting a price on wellness

We’re talking art for arts sake, art as activism and Q shares how she ended up catching the Cowboy Carter closing show in this light hearted conversation.  (03:26) Q goes to Cowboy Carter (14:23) Giving Bey her flowers (24:52) Art as Activism (44:55) Mona Lisa's Smile (50:07) The Bigger Message

In this week's nuance episode Q brings to light the dark side of social influence, B talks digital dating boundaries and a discussion is had on how to keep social media a safe space for all. Timestamps (00:00) Intro (13:59) Dating Apps Discussion (19:53) Dark Side of Social Media (31:56) Exposure vs. Experts (43:54) Wrong Side of the Algorithm

In this week's nonsense episode Q discusses what it means to really glow up, the ex-factor and B gets elemental with astrology. (00:00) Intro (09:12) Elements of Astrology

The conversation on body image continues as B shares his experience navigating body dysmorphia in this nuanced episode featuring his personal trainer and business client Amit S . (00:00) Q and B talk Body Dysmorphia (24:58) Q and B featuring Amit of Standing Tall Fitness If you or someone you know may be struggling with an eating disorder and/or Body Dysmorphia please visit: www.nationaleatingdiso...

From B’s purple to Q’s lip filler, unpack beauty standards, self-image and vanity with us & special guest Dylan K. the esthetician (00:00) Dylightful Skincare Interview (28:57) Q & B talk beauty (45:11) Q & B talk astrology (The big 3) www. Dylightfulskincare.com

Q starts her podcast...with some help!