The Strapdown

We break down some of the most controversial moments revisited in the documentary, including the infamous crime scene photoshoot and the GOT MILK partnership racially insensitive race-swap shoot. What milk has to do with black face? We'd love to know. We also revisit the legendary judging panel moment involving Tiffany Richardson and Tyra’s “We were rooting for you!” meltdown that still circul...

Was America’s Next Top Model empowering young black women… or quietly exploiting them for entertainment? This week on The Strapdown Podcast we unpack the messy legacy of Tyra Banks, reality TV ethics, and why the new documentary has people rethinking everything we thought we knew. In this episode, we dive into the Netflix documentary Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, which revisits t...

Did  Bridgerton  finally give us a real lesbian storyline or just another crumb of queer representation? In this episode of The Strapdown Podcast, we break down the chemistry, tension, and possible slow-burn romance between Francesca and Michaela and what it means for lesbian and queer fans watching closely. Bridgerton  dipped its toe into new territory with Francesca and Michaela, the show’s firs...

Did Bridgerton really give us a lesbian storyline… or did they give us crumbs in a corset?  This week we’re talking about Season 4, Francesca, Michaela, and why queer audiences are tired of celebrating “representation” that barely shows up on screen. In this episode, we break down the hype around Bridgerton’s first sapphic storyline and whether it actually delivered. While queer media praised the...

When the money gets long but the boundaries get longer. What do you owe your family? This week we’re unpacking the very public drama between GloRilla and her sister, Brorilla, and asking the uncomfortable question: when you make it out, is everyone entitled to your success? In this episode, we break down the back-and-forth between GloRilla and Brorilla and what it reveals about family expectations...

They swear “nobody watches the WNBA”… but the numbers say otherwise. This week on The Strapdown Podcast , we break down the WNBA collective bargaining agreement drama and why people get real loud (and wrong) when Black queer women ask to be paid what they’re worth. In this episode, we unpack the latest conversations around the WNBA CBA negotiations, debunk the tired “it’s not profitable” and “no o...

What if your masc/stud surprised you at your wedding in a wedding dress?  On this episode of The Strapdown Podcast, we get into the conversation around masc and studs who choose wedding dresses instead of suits on their big day. We talk about gender expectations in queer spaces, why people love to police masculinity, and why a dress doesn’t cancel anyone’s identity.  Also, be on the look out for R...

In today's femme topic we talk about the phenomenon around Heated Rivalry, what a fujoshi is, and why there are no Black people involved. Sheria discusses her Black Girl Bechdel Test and we talk about the fear of Black lesbians in media (as evidenced by the Netflix Lara Croft memes). We also give some special Solicited/Unsolicited Gay Auntie Advice to a 34 year old soft-masc looking for commun...

Sorry Riders, Technical difficulties continue to plague your gay Aunties. We have had Ginger up day and night trying to properly export this file to bring you this episode. Thank you so much for your patience we are really trying to grow and change and learn how to get the bitrate bit right. We love you. Read the back story here: https://people.com/plus-size-creator-samyra-responds-to-skit-mocking...

In this episode we talk about what the Renee Good/the ICE situation happening in Minnesota means for racialize communities. On a lighter note, we give some SUGAA about how to prioritize your sexual health and role play how to talk to your partner about their dirty nails (because love and hygiene matter). We're also Putting You on Strap Game to Cat Burns’ new album- get your tissues ready! Don’...

1-2-3 Release Em! We're back for Season 3! In this episode we talk about all the queer stories and nonsense we missed. From the creepy stud-stitute teacher who was fired on her first day, RHOA Porsha's new girlfriend, Nicki Minaj tap dancing for Turning Point USA, and Neace Robinson, the stud funeral singer who stole our hearts. 0:00 Intro Clip 1:16 Welcome to Season 3 2:02 Stories we miss...

It's the Season 2 finale and we're getting real with the femme topic today. We cover the interesting obsession with studs (black masculine presenting lesbians) by comedian and influencer, Druski. Is this obsession with studs weird? Is it genuine appreciation? Or are we too woke? New Name Alert!!! SUGAA (Solicited/Unsolicited Gay Auntie Advice): This week, we are talking about emotional man...

Hit us up on Patreon for early, uncut, uncensored episodes at Patreon.com/TheStrapDownPodcast This week we give some tips, tricks, and personal experiences with femme for femme flirting. We give some Solicited Auntie Advice to a listener entering their ho-phase, Put You on Strap Game to Asiahn's Queer R&B masterpiece album "Free", and give out our first "Talk You Through It...

This week, Aurea and Sheria talk about the lack of Black lesbian romantic representation, talk about having compassion for the unmotivated sapphics, and give some advice about how to take a decent kitty pic, and how to go from casual dating to something more serious Plus Aurea Puts You On StrapGame to women-owned sports bar, Wilka's and sports apparel shop playasociety.com . Also an epic updat...

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This week we cover the conservative-friendly YN recently cast on SNL, why the dumbest parents are crashing out over Teacher Robi, and give some solicited advice to a Black trans femme looking for love in *checks notes* North Dakota? We also Put You On Strap Game to innit Zendaya R&b singer Ama Lou, call Sheria out for stealing, show off Artist in Residence ksst's new artwork, and celebrate...

This week we sigh in collective black lesbian resignation at the latest shenanigans from Raven Symone's wife, talk about Snoop's harrowing Lightyear experience and ask why homophobic rappers make lesbian bangers, and give some unsolicited Auntie Advice to a Redditor whose fatphobia is keeping them from being attracted to their girlfriend. Plus we Put You On Strap Game to Durand Bernarr&#39...

This week we talk about Betty Who's nonsense screed about the alphabet mafia on the Made it Out Podcast, give some unsolicited advice to a redditor whose girlfriend doesn't drink water, and shout out Tubi and some incredibly moving fan art we received in our email. Follow, rate us 5 stars, and leave us comments to stay strapped.

This week, Aurea and Sheria discuss whether we should be worried about losing gay marriage rights, give some unsolicited advice about how to split finances in a Queer relationship when one is struggling and the other is making good money, we Put You On Strap Game to  ⁨@amandamaryanna⁩  's new short film, Sugar Honey and celebrate the hero who threw a hero at that ICE agent. If you'd like t...

Note: We filmed this episode before The Olay & Friends Livestream with Laverne Cox, which adds a lot of context to Laverne's story. We also understand that as cis women we are speaking from a position of relative privilege and ignorance but felt it was important to discuss this and extrapolate it to the larger issue of Black Queer desirability politics. In this episode we talk about Lavern...

Welcome our first guest, the lovely Diamond from Studs LA and Studs Atlanta. We talk about the fights she endured to become a fan favorite, how she got on the show, what's going on in her life and career, and she plays a silly little Strap Game with us. Thanks so much to Diamond for joining us on the podcast. We can't wait to see what you're up to next. Follow Diamond  @girlzlovediamon...

Part 2 of our The Ultimatum: Queer Love mega review. Make sure to watch Part 1 before you watch this one. We talk about them going back to their original partners, Dayna working her manipulation tactics on Magan, AJ, Britney, & their baby Vitaluxx, Marie getting done dirty by Mel, the proposals, and that frustrating reunion! Justice for Marie! Drop your Brussels sprouts recipes in the comments...

Sorry for the wait... it's finally on Spotify! The Ultimatum Review heard a little bit on YouTube! Get 10% off at WetForHer.com with code: WETFORSTRAPDOWNDisclaimer: The StrapDown receives a commission from sales with the use of the discount code. We're strapping down The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 in a massive 2- part mega review/recap. We had a lot to say about the show, the wlw inte...

How's Pride going? Not so great for your fave Black femmes, so we've had to film this episode from our respective bunkers. Laugh at our misfortune while we get a bit ignant about Pillow Princesses, Touch-me-nots, fake tops, and strap theatrics. We also answer some solicited advice from a listener, Put You on Strap Game to the lesbian reality dating show "I Kissed A Girl" and rant about the way the...

We talk about the TikTok question heard round the wlw, interracial lesbian relationships, Black lesbian love, and ask why all your favorite Black queer creators are renouncing homosexuality and joining the church ... hint: it's the fascism. We also do a Queer Black History lesson on Harlem Renaissance icon, Gladys Bentley, play a Queer Love The Ultimatum Strap Game, and Put You on Strap Game t...