Bad Queers

This week we wrap up our thoughts on the University of South Carolina vs. Iowa Women's Basketball Game and our hopes for the WNBA draft. Bad Queer Opinion - Can't be the G.O.A.T. without a championship. Rest in Power to Carlos Collins and we share the top 10 most challenged books in 2023. In AIABQ? we discuss the decision to only date queer women of color and how to initiate a friends with benefits relationship. Bad Queer Opinions are shared on fans continuing to show the same energy they showed in March Madness to the WNBA and managing friends breaking up.

Shoutouts:
Kris: Lesbians of Color History - Archiving and celebrating lesbians of color, their lives, loves, activism, and existence throughout history and today. Follow on IG: @lesbiansofcolorhistory 

Shana: BaeBlackBoy - Bringing Black queer men and others together to build community. They host events (like Hot Yoga, brunch, Beyoncé parties and more) to create spaces where Black, queer people can connect and love on each other. Follow and join their next event @baeblackboy on IG

Episode Notes
[00:24] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[02:17] - Category is: Women's Basketball - Iowa vs. South Carolina 
[25:01] - Category is: Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2023
[26:43] - Category is: RIP Carlos Collins 
[31:46] - Am I A Bad Queer?
[40:05] - Bad Queer Opinions 
[49:44] - 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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Welcome to our special Cowboy Carter review! We start off the episode discussing Jerrod Carmichael's new reality TV show and the awkwardness that ensues. We continue our predictions for the NCAA Women's Basketball - March Madness tournament (we are a South Carolina podcast) and a full review of the Elite 8 games and controversy surrounding LSU (I mean, Kim Mulkey). All of this happens before we welcome Joshua Mackey, Assistant Editor of INTO, for a deep dive on Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album. We discuss the symbolism behind lyrics, behind the scenes, our unpopular opinions about the album and share our top 5-ish songs from the album.

Shoutouts:
Shana: IN THE LIFE Archive 2.0 - An oral history project archiving the stories of how Black Queer and Trans people lived and loved. Follow, support and learn @inthelifearchive2.0 

Kris: Quietly Hostile by Samantha Irby Essay about the gory particulars of her real life, all that festers behind the glitter and glam. Follow on IG @bitchesgottaeat

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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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After a month of travel, we're back with a live-ish, fast-and-furious episode– we have a LOT to cover. Fake news got exposed this week as Media Matters released their study on  The New York Times anti-trans misinformation in their reporting. The madness of March is upon us and hasn't disappointed, we talk the first two rounds of the Women's BBall tourney and Sweet 16 predictions. Plus we button up this season of Love is Blind with our final thoughts on the finale and reunion.

Shoutouts:

Shana: Tuesday Harper: Author, creative, and entrepreneur who writes love stories about Black Queer Women. Not only that, Tuesday has pulled together a list of WLW books for your reading pleasure. Check out their books Queen of the Banished, Someone Like Her and The Bedroom Trilogy. Follow on IG @tuesdaywrites 

Kris: No Skips with Dani Janae: Recently launched newsletter by former guest and BQ friend Dani Janae.  Dani reviews albums that she thinks "no skips" from years past. First one was on Toni Braxton 1993 self-titled classic.  Follow Dani on IG: @bell.biv.dahoe
Subscribe on Substack: https://noskps.substack.com/

Episode Notes
[00:18] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[04:10] - Category is: Real Fake News | Feels Fake but Real News 
[11:50] - Category is: March Madness
[26:18] - Category is: Love is Blind Finale/Reunion Final Thoughts
[37:55] - Am I A Bad Queer?
[46:00] - Bad Queer Opinions 
[49:30] - 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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We have company! Hope Giselle joins the show to discuss her Miami upbringing, how dance and theater shaped her life, and her trans-awakening while attending an HBCU.
We also dive into her new role as Executive Director, President, and CEO of the National Trans Visibility March, what to expect from this year's march, the stress and excitement of planning her upcoming wedding, and Hope's Cowboy Carter predictions. 

Shoutouts:
Shana: Queer Fem Parties: Cultivating a community celebrating QTBIPOC pole and drag artists in the Bay Area. They have a mix of fundraisers, parties, brunch and more. Follow and support @queerfemparties on IG

Kris: Black House Radio: a YouTube series for Black DJs and Black sound paying homage to the past, present, and future of house music. Follow on YT/IG @blackhouseradio

Hope: Black Trans Femme Collective: creates spaces for the production and preservation of Black trans art and culture by building community with Black trans femme artists and providing them with the resources and support necessary to thrive. Follow and support on IG @btfacollective

Ways to follow and support Hope Giselle
IG/TW/FB: @hopegiselle
TikTok: @hopegiselle1
National Trans Visibility March: @transvisibilitymarch
Website: https://www.hopegiselle.com/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hopedisguised

Episode Notes
[00:16] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[03:28] -  Hope intro
[04:46] - Growing up in Miami and in the arts
[09:00] - Starting and coaching the first dance team at Miami Senior High
[15:51] - Hope’s Trans Awakening 
[24:06] - Experience at Alabama State
[33:29] - New role as Exec Dir, President, and CEO of National Trans Visibility March
[37:25] - Ways to support and what to expect at the National Trans Visibility March
[45:39] - How Hope met her fiancé + wedding planning 
[52:23] - Cowboy Carter predictions 
[59:00] - Bad Queer Opinions 
[1:16:30] - 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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We have company! We're diving into the world of travel with Neicy and Noiry of Queer Queens Travel (QQT).  The Toronto natives share how they met, the QQT origin story, the current state of Black queer travel, and travel advice for introverts and planning friend trips.

Shoutouts:
Shana: Queer Aunties- an online platform and creative agency exclusively celebrating Black and Brown Queer culture and community. Follow on IG @queerauntiesla

Kris: Devon Blow - multi-talented queer illustrator, designer, and writer. Follow on IG @devthepineapple

Neicy: Lady Phyll - activist, writer, and community organizer internationally known for her work for racial, gender and LGBT+ equality. Lady Phyll is the co-founder and Chief Executive of UK Black Pride and executive director of Kaleidoscope Trust. Follow on IG @ladyphyll 

Noiry: Enchanté Network - a national network connecting and supporting over 200 pride centres and 2SLGBTQI+ service providers across Canada. Follow on IG: @enchantenetwork

Support Queer Queens Travel
IG: @queerqueenstravel
Website: https://www.queerqueenstravel.com/

Episode Notes
[00:19] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[02:21] -  Intro to Neicy and Noiry of Queer Queens Travel
[05:53] - How Neicy and Noiry met, Black in Asia experiences, and first trip together
[14:04] - Earliest travel memories
[17:25] - Motivation behind starting Queer Queens Travel
[24:35] - Managing multiple personalities in large travel groups
[33:13] - Vetting process for safe queer travel
[35:22] - Advice to introverts for group travel
[41:22] - Tips for planning trips with friends
[53:07] - Bad Queer Opinions 
[1:18:19] - 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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200 episodes is insane! A big thank you to everyone who supports our show weekly and anyone who's taken the time to listen.  We truly appreciate y'all!

We have company for episode 200! Jade Fox is back, we have a LOT to catch up on since episode 27. Jade fills us in on her time in Portland and moving back to LA,  new learnings,  shifts in her content creation process, connecting with celebs, style tips, Beyoncè predictions, and cutting her hair off.

Shoutouts:

Shana: The Bisi Alimi Foundation (BAF) is a charity that aims to work towards a Nigeria where everyone is equal irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity.  Follow and support @bisialimifoundation on IG

Kris: Style is Freedom - streetwear brand focused on liberating and celebrating the TOMBOI culture through fashion. Follow on IG @styleisfreedom

Jade: Tending The Garden - healing services for Sexual Assault Survivors who identify as having marginalized identities.  Founded by Jimanekia. Follow on IG @tendingthegarden.4.sas

Follow and support Jade Fox
IG: @iamjadefox
Patreon: Jade Fox
Youtube: @iamjadefox
Shop: hillfoxclub.com

Episode Notes
[00:18] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[02:47] -  Shana and Kris talk 200 episodes
[06:29] - Jade Fox intro
[08:50] - Filling us in on the last four years
[14:29] - New approaches to content creation
[23:29] - The most profound thing Jade has learned in the past 4 years
[33:40] - Style tips for people trying to figure out their style
[41:40] - Beyonće Act 2 (&3) predictions
[54:10] - The big chop
[58:04] - Bad Queer Opinions 
[1:07:33] - Shoutouts 

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This week in queer news, in a landmark verdict, a man was charged with a federal hate crime for killing Dime Doe, a Black trans woman in South Carolina. Ron DeSatan tries to distance himself from his OWN book-banning laws. In "What About the Kids?!" news, Texas passes on a $450 million summer lunch program for low-income families. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor criticized “The Color Purple” for “sanitizing” lesbian romance–opening up a lane for Kris to NOT watch the new movie. Gaslighting and audacity team up for episodes 7-9 of Love is Blind, and we recap the madness.

In Am I A Bad Queer, we get an update on a previous story. Plus, does it make sense to share an apartment building with your ex to co-parent your pet?

Shoutouts:

Shana: Crissle and Kid Fury from The Read for meeting getting invited to the Cécred launch party and Beyoncé. Showing us that dreams really do come true. Follow and support @thisistheread 

Kris: Invisible Histories - locates, collects, researches, and creates community-based, educational programming around LGBTQ history in the Deep South. Invisible Histories believes archiving is resistance to oppression and history leads to liberation. In our work, we center joy and community while never erasing the painful and complicated experiences of our folks. So far they’ve recovered 1K+ pieces of LGBTQ history. 

Follow on IG: @invisiblehistoriesproject where you can donate and learn more.

Episode Notes
[00:18] - Queer Urban Dictionary
[01:36] - Category Is: Queer News
[12:11] - Category Is: More About Color Purple | Kris backs out of watching The Color Purple
[25:22] - Category Is: Love is Blind Recap
[57:00] - Am I A Bad Queer?
[1:02:14] - Bad Queer Opinions | Community Notes
[1:06:14] - Shoutouts 

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Rest in Power Nex Benedict and Cecilia Gentili. Caitlin Clark breaks records and Sabrina Ionescu shows out during NBA All Star weekend. Finally, Kris and Shana get to break down the absolute mess that is Love is Blind Season 6. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?' we talk about sharing space with exes, when your friend is the red flag and inviting straight folks to queer events. You don't want to miss Bad Queer opinions where discuss being opposed to stud for stud relationships and double standards between men and women on their sexual preferences. 

Shoutouts:
Shana: Inches Gourmet Hot Dogs - based in ATL Black and LGBTQ+ owned 100% gourmet and vegan hot dogs. With names like Doggy Style, Raw Dog and Slob on the Knob it’s truly a place, as they say, where size matters - follow for their next pop up @inchesatl 

Kris: Quita Loves Sports- I love sports, join me as I journey to celebrate the wonderful world of women’s basketball. I focus on WNBA commentary, NCAAW commentary and anything else related to women’s basketball @QuitaLovesSports on Youtube

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This week in category is we review Beyoncé's Superbowl, Usher's performance and that's really the main focus. Mo'Nique gave a tell all interview and how 30% of adult Gen-Z identifies as queer. In Am I a Bad Queer? We respond to questions about "reverse racism" in dating, shifting from long distance to living together and not going to church weddings. Bad Queer opinions discuss how to get the straights to disagree with the anti-trans/LGBTQ+ laws and minding your business.

Shoutouts:
Shana: Kah Yangni - Artist/Illustrator of Not He or She, I’m Me, which was recently named the Stonewall Honor Book by the American Library Association. The book is about a day in the life of a non-binary child, with things like gleefully getting dressed, hugging their parents, going to school and playing with friends - Follow @kahyangni 

Kris: The Black Sportswoman - Bria Felicien founded The Black Sportswoman in 2020. The Black Sportswoman’s mission is to amplify the stories of Black women athletes in sports history. Subscribe at https://www.theblacksportswoman.com/ and on IG: @theblacksportswoman 

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If you weren't on Tik Tok, you may have missed the Queer Bar Drama that happened at the Cubbyhole with a straight woman, straight man and a lesbian - it's as messy as it sounds. We discuss our reactions to The Grammy Awards and all of the changes happening during WNBA Free Agency. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?' we discuss the use of baby/boo as flirting, Aunties being safe spaces and not wanting to celebrate Valentine's Day due to trauma. 

Shoutouts:
Shana: Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance - A non-profit organization for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in the inland Empire. They provide a safe space for young people to meet, make friends and participate in various weekly events and activities. Some of these include conferences, study rooms, book clubs and more - Follow and support @rainbowprideyouthalliance on IG 

Kris: Exterminate All The Brutes - 2021 4 part documentary directed by Raoul Peck (I Am Not Your Negro). It explores the exploitive and genocidal aspect of European colonialism, from America to Africa, and its effects today. I’d encourage anyone who hasn’t seen it to take the time to watch it. It’s dark but very insightful and powerful to watch. You can stream it on Max, YouTube, AppleTV and Google Play. 

We’ll leave the series page in the description: https://www.hbo.com/exterminate-all-the-brutes

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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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