Bad Queers

The results are in and so are our feelings.

We get right into election night 2024 aftermath, from our thoughts to the blame game exit polls and the few wins from the night. We take a much-needed dissociation break with a Love Is Blind reunion recap. Because, honestly, we all deserve it.

Shoutouts:
Kris: The Queer Arts Center is a grassroots, interdisciplinary collaborative of Oakland, California-based disabled, Black, Indigenous + Brown LGBTQ+ identified artists and wellness practitioners serving a global community. Follow the on IG @queerartscenter

Shana: Transfigure Print Co. -Trans and queer owned LGBTQIA+ Inclusive print studio - Their shop is now open! Go buy some stuff - follow on IG @transfigureprintco and @transfigureshop


Episode Notes:
[0:51] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[3:15] Category is: Election Night Thoughts
[16:39] Category is: Exit Poll Results & Good Election News
[39:16] Category is: Love is Blind Reunion Recap
[50:59] Bad Queer Opinion
[1:01:50] Shoutouts 

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The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. 

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Election Day is nearly here, and Dr. David Johns is back to help us think beyond the ballot. David breaks down ways to stay civically engaged (minus the burnout), necessary conversations vs. grifting for a check, and how to better value activists and movement workers.

Plus we mix politics with reality TV as David shares stories about his decision to appear on the RHOA and Love Is Blind season 7 thoughts.

Shoutouts:

Shana: Queer Sober Social - Hosts virtual and in-person events in Chicago for any soper or sober curious folx who identify along the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. The sole purpose is to socialize in a relatively unstructured environment - Follow on IG @queersobersocial 

Kris: Pansy Collective - an all-trans artist collective founded in 2016 as a response to rising fascism in the US following the election of Trump to support those most affected by oppressive policies and hateful ideologies. Please donate to further the great work they’re doing. Follow on IG @Pansy.Collective

Dr. David Johns: Our Black, Queer, Trans Elders - Check out this year's NBJC Audre Lorde Wisdom and James Baldwin Legacy honorees

Episode notes:
[0:51] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[2:17] - Dr. David Johns intro and updates since our last recording
[8:44] - Necessary conversations vs. grifting in activism
[21:38] - Biden's steps aside and Kamala’s 100-day sprint to the election
[30:25] - Addressing the idea that voting is the end of civic duty
[44:10] - Dr. David’s experience on RHOA while working for the Obama admin
[52:13] - Love Is Blind Season 7 thoughts and reunion predictions
[1:09:00] - 3 impactful actions to take after Election Day
[1:14:33] - Shoutouts

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She was gone for a minute, but we got Shelli Nicole back! We catch up on being an independent writer, relationships and what Shelli is watching. Reflecting on previous writings that center Black and queer voices, along with shifting her writing and digging deeper into her own voice without having to only write about LGBTQ+ topics. Along with a list of shows and movies to add to your watch list.

Shoutouts:
Shana: Kinky Black House - Experiences, resources and workshops for 21+ QTBIPOC community curated by House of Black which is a Black BDSM pleasure based organization with the effort to multiply marginalized people's experiences that further that journey. Follow and support @kinkyblackhouse on IG 

Kris: Paola Ramos - queer latina journalist and author of Defectors: The Rise of the Latino Far Right and What It Means for America. Defectors is an exploration of how race, identity and political trauma have influenced the rise in far-right sentiment among Latinos, and how this group can shape American politics. Available everywhere you get books. Follow on IG @paoramos

Shelli: Monday Coffee - Located on the west side of Chicago, just opened their brick and mortar. @drinkmondaycoffee on IG

Shelli's Substack: https://www.hishelli.net/

Episode Notes
[0:50] - Queer Urban Dictionary 
[2:27] Shelli Nicole Introduction 
[3:11] Shelli Nicole Interview 
[55:38] Bad Queer Opinions 
[1:06:59] Shoutouts 

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The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. 

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This week we welcome company from the Bay Area! DJ Lady Ryan, one of the best DJs and event hosts in the Bay joins Bad Queers to discuss creating safe spaces for Black and Brown LGBTQ+ folks, the future of LGBTQ+ events and working with your partner while still being romantic. 

Shoutouts:
Shana: Old School Ballroom - Paying homage to the New York City ballroom scene from the early 90s and beyond. Follow on IG @oldschoolballroom and check out full videos on their YouTube 

Kris: Hood Mid Century Modern - Created by Jerald “Coop” Cooper, the IG is devoted to making connections between Modern architecture and Black culture by highlighting the unique designs of mid-century buildings in Black neighborhoods across America. Follow on IG @hoodmidcenturymodern 

Lady Ryan: Oakland LGBTQ Center - They have so much to offer. Programming for aging folks, homeless coalition, housing advocacy, transgender advocacy, youth club and so much more. Follow on IG @oaklandlgbtqcenter 

Episode notes: 
[0:50 ] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[2:48] DJ Lady Ryan Introduction 
[4:31] DJ Lady Ryan Interview 
[52:26] Bad Queer Opinions 
[1:06:56] Shoutouts

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A little bit election countdown, a little bit WNBA Finals and a whole lot of Love is Blind recap. The election is under 30 days away, have you made your voting plan? The Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty begin the final playoff series, and we share our final predictions. Most important, Shana and Kris break down the first nine episodes of Love is Blind, the good - the bad - the mess - the drama. Spoilers full steam ahead. 

Shoutouts:
Kris: Black Boi Swap - a style hub & in person shopping experience that centers, affirms, and inspires the Black trans masc and masc presenting communities in LA. Follow on IG @blackboiswapla

Shana: BLK in the South Summit - A one day event convening in NOLA, BLK in the South Summit aims to address HIV in the Southern US among the Black Community - Follow and attend in the future @blkinthesouthsummit

Episode Notes: 
[0:50] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[6:27] Category is: Under 30 days until the election
[12:50] Category is: WNBA Finals
[22:26] Category is: Love is Blind: Episodes 1-9
[1:10:51] Bad Queer Opinion
[1:18:23] Shoutouts 

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The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. 

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The theme of this episode is range. Justice has been served in the cases of Naasire Johnson, Savannah Ryan Williams and Cecilia Gentili. Kris and Shana share their WNBA playoff predictions and weigh in on the firing of coaches Teresa Weatherspoon, Curt Miller and, most recently, Tanisha Wright. Love is Blind: DC recap is coming!

In Am I a Bad Queer? Folks wrote in about what they really need to do to be an at home activist, being jealous of a partner's friend group and sleeping with their ex partner's...current partner. And in Bad Queer Opinions, could reverse conversion therapy work? And where have all the tall studs gone? You're in for a ride on this weeks episode.

Shoutouts:
Kris: Surface Level Podcast- For their newest project “The Personal is Political” - a three-part series, bringing political topics to the “kitchen table” of our community. I got the chance to participate in their queer healthcare episode. Please check out and support the whole series on Youtube - subscribe to their page @SurfaceLevelPodcast

Shana: Queer the Vote - A page where queer people and our allies can help democrats win elections. They have links to register, request absentee ballots, and share content around the election. Follow on IG at @queer_the_vote

Episode Notes:
[0:51] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[9:02] Category is: Justice? For Naasire Johnson, Savannah Ryan Williams and Cecilia Gentili
[12:15] Category is: WNBA Coaches Getting Fired & Playoffs
[30:24] Category is: Love Is Blind - Season 7 is on our radar. Review soon.
[35:29] Am I a Bad Queer? 
[48:20] Bad Queer Opinions
[59:31] Shoutouts 

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Heavy news week this week between the lynching of Marcellus Williams and learning the word "diabolical" truly applies to Diddy. In lighter news, our WNBA playoff predictions are in, Shana has some exciting (?) fantasy news to share while Kris dissociates.

In Am I a Bad Queer?, they discuss adjusting to your newly-moved-in partner's mental health needs and answering the centuries-old lesbian question of "Should you tell your best friend you like her".

Shana tries out some queer mom jokes in Bad Queer Opinion, and Kris' shares her mom packed her up for giving Ryan Murphy work a pass over Lee Daniels.

Shoutouts:
Kris: Jade Fox for her interview with Kid Fury. Talk about an instant click. Two of my fav iconic Black queer creators sat down for a great interview. Check it out on Jade’s Youtube- @iamjadefox, make sure to like and subscribe to her channel

Shana: George M Johnson - Yesterday (as of recording) announced their new book, Flamboyants, was released. Flamboyants is a collection of empowering essays about Black and Queer icons from the Harlem Renaissance. Buy Flamboyants and follow @iamgmjohnson on IG

Episode Notes:
[0:50] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[2:38] Category Is: So Republicans aren’t pro-life
[10:25] Category is: Diddy is arrested 
[19:40] Category is: WNBA Playoffs
[37:20] Am I a Bad Queer? 
[58:54] Bad Queer Opinions
[1:08:29] Shoutouts

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This week on Bad Queers, we welcome Kevin Ortega-Rojas, the unapologetic host of Here’s Why With Kevin and co-host of BYLATINMEN. Kevin’s got hot takes on everything from hating lesbian bars (yes, you heard that right) to why straight actors playing gay roles isn’t a big deal. We dive into his media journey, growing up queer, and what it’s like curating content in the age of misinformation.

Shoutouts:

Shana:  Gender Liberation Movement - an emergent and innovative grassroots and volunteer-run national collective that builds direct action, media and policy interventions centering bodily autonomy, self-determination, the pursuit of fulfillment, and collectivism in the face of gender-based sociopolitical threats. Happening Sept 14 - Follow and support year-round @genderlib

Kris: Letti New York - LGBTQIA+ & Filipino-owned everyday jewelry store. Follow on IG @lettinewyork  

Kevin: Nico Lang - Writer and founder of Queer News Daily. New book coming out Follow @queernewsdaily and pre-order AMERICAN TEENAGER.

Follow Kevin:
IG: @hereswhykevin
TikTok: @kevin.ortegarojas
BYLATINMEN podcast

Episode Breakdown:
[0:51] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[3:15] Kevin Intro
[12:43] Here's Why With Kevin origin story
[27:20] Separating personal life from content life 
[38:04] Bad Queer Opinions
[49:54] Shoutouts

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Kamala Harris smokes Donald Trump in their first (and probably last) presidential debate. We dive into Cathy Engelbert's controversial comments on CNBC's Power Lunch and more WNBA & NWSL news.
 
In Am I a Bad Queer, we tackle coming out at work, dating outside the community, and supporting non-binary partners. And for our Bad Queer Opinions, Kris debates boxer vs. strappy harnesses, while Shana questions supporting corporate gays, especially Black men.

Shoutouts:
Kris: A reminder to check your voter registration STATUS! You can go to Vote.gov to check your status. We have the link in our IG bio and we’ll include in the description for the episode here.

Shana: Deafies in drag - Selena Minogue and Casavina who are deaf duo drag queens that mix ASL, comedy and drag. They are incredibly entertaining. Follow and support @deafiesindrag

Episode Notes:
[1:44] Queer Urban Dictionary
[4:12] Category Is: Presidential Debate Recap
[17:43] Category is: Cathy…. AACK! WNBA & NWSL news
[32:09] Category is: Kendrick Super Bowl & NLE Choppa Queer Baiting
[40:00] Am I a Bad Queer?
[53:00] Bad Queer Opinion
[1:00:31] Shoutouts

Video Credit: CNBC Power Lunch - 9/9/24

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This episode was recorded before we went on vacation. Topics may be a bit older, but we still needed to talk about them. Our final review of the Olympics, Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit and we do our best to figure out what is going on with Kehlani. In AIABQ? We answer questions about families that are too supportive and going back to a partner after a break up.

Someone needs to hit up Billie Eilish about her uncle at the cookout outfits and should the word “straight” get a rebrand?

Shoutouts:
Kris: Shouting out Quita Loves Sports again. Quita’s coverage of women’s basketball and WNBA is the place to go. Quita has a really excellent breakdown of the Dearica Hamby lawsuit if you want to know more. Subscribe to her Youtube Channel @QuitaLovesSports

Shana: Lesbifriends Travel - Provide unique and intentional travel and social experiences for queer people of color while creating an environment that supports building lifelong bonds and friendships. This year they are going to Portugal & Spain, Thailand and Belize and they already have 2025 trips listed. Follow and support @lesbifriendstravel on IG 

Episode Notes: 
[0:50] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[4:45] Category Is: Olympic wrap ups
[18:08] Category is: Dearica Hamby Lawsuit
[29:56] Category is: What is going on with Kehlani? 
[44:36] Am I a Bad Queer? 
[52:43] Bad Queer Opinion 
[59:50] Shoutouts

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