Bad Queers

This week we welcome back singer-songwriter Siena Liggins! We discuss her FIRST tour (kicking off this week in Chicago!) what goes into planning a tour, local talent that will be joining and how she hopes folks will experience the shows. Before we got to the tour, we caught up from when Siena was last on show. Breakups, new albums, top three disappointments (hint: Nicki Minaj, Detroit Lions and COVID) for the week and her Bad Queer Opinions.

Shoutouts:
Shana:  Dom + Bomb: 5XL - XS accessories, personal styling, tailoring. Black woman and queer woman-owned fashion brand that encourages you to wear what makes you feel like you. - Follow @domandbomb on IG 

Kris: Skye Falling - a novel by Mia McKenzie. A woman who’s used to going solo discovers that there’s one relationship she can’t run away from in this “hilarious, electric” novel, a probing examination of the complexities of family, queerness, race, and community. Available everywhere you read or listen to books. Follow @miamckenzie on Twitter's Ex

Siena: Not Sorry Goods (@notsorrygoods). Extra Crispy (@extracrispystudios) and ,Werqfest (@werqfestl). Awesome queer owned/queer-led organizations that bring people together through fashion and entertainment. 

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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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Covering it all in this episode. The Biden administration invests almost $700k in sex education for trans male youth. The Abbey's disturbing allegations have finally caught up with the infamous WeHo club. And the Oscars wouldn't be the Oscars if they didn't snub anyone– we talk nominations and controversy over who was left out.   

In Am I A Bad Queer, we question the timing of "cis" being considered a slur. Is there any personal responsibility for staying with someone who cheated on you four times?  Plus, how to avoid hanging out with your coworkers during your off hours.

The thought journeys continue in Bad Queer Opinions as Shana breaks down WNBA free agency and Kris makes a case for gossiping being genderless.

Shoutouts

Shana: New queer, Black play party launches in Oakland. B. Tourmaline’s vision is to make safe spaces for queer and trans Black people through events, community and the normalization of Black pleasure. Recently had a play party called Routes: Volume 2 - Follow @b.tourmaline_ on IG 

Kris: Natalie J. Harris, former guest, and friend to BQ, who premiered her latest film, Grace, at the Sundance Film Festival. Follow updates on Natalie’s IG  @nataliejasmineharris

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Lil Nas X dropped his latest video for his single "J Christ" and we have...thoughts. Awards season continues as we recap the Critic's Choice and Emmy awards. In good news,  discuss a new study on how aunts, tias, and aunt-like figures support LGBTQ+ youth.

How can you tell if your friend(s) are hitting on you? How do you keep things casual with a friend you're attracted to but don't want to mess up the friends and more in Am I A Bad Queer.
 
In Bad Queer Opinions, Shana asks if bottoms can take care of tops and Kris shares some critical "community notes."


Shoutouts

Shana: Shoutout to our Bad Queer Fam - Dr. David J. Johns @drdavidjohns for winning BET’s Black + Iconic Active Advocate Award. And Translash Podcast and Imara Jones @imara_jones_ were nominated for Outstanding Podcast and INTO for Outstanding Online Journalism Article to our friend Josh Mackey @j_mack09, Assistant Editor at INTO

Kris: Fly And Famous Black Girls on IG- a Digital Museum of Black Hollywood- archival images of Black Women actors and musicians across decades. Follow on IG - @flyandfamousblackgirls

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For the second year in a row, Angela Bassett did the thing. This time with Regina King.

This week, we circle back to Katt Williams' interview and the fallout from  Claudine Gay's resignation from Harvard and the emerging anti-DEI culture war. In politics, trans youth in Louisiana are suing the state over their ban on gender-affirming care. 

In Am I A Bad Queer, we talk friends with benefits vs. dating apps (and the limitations of vibrators) and if having an LGBTQ+ family member you respect prevents you from being homo/transphobic.

 Are lesbians who intentionally try to "turn" straight women a service to the community or problematic? Is Lil Nas X the most disrespected young superstar of all time? We answer in Bad Queer opinions.

Shoutouts:

Shana: Black Alphabet - Black LGBTQ+ nonprofit arts organization based in Chicago with national/international programming. They are committed to giving the Black LGBTQ+ community a voice through the arts and media. They host art therapy, film festivals and more  - Follow @black_alphabet 

Kris: Segregation By Design - IG page featuring data & remastered historic photos documenting the destruction of communities of color by redlining, highways & urban renewal IG: @segregation_by_design

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We're back from holiday break to discuss the wild start to the year. Shana shares a glowing review of The Color Purple. In the most predictable story of the year, sometimesy-Christian, Boosie, throws a tantrum over a lesbian scene in The Color Purple and gets packed up by TS Madison. Dave Chappelle continues to destroy his own legacy in his latest "comedy" special. Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper NYE hosting only makes us miss Don Lemon.  In politics, Iowa’s “Don’t Say Gay” Law has been blocked by a federal judge in another big LGBTQ+ rights win. USA Boxing introduces new strict guidelines for trans boxers.

In Bad Queer opinions, Shana swears off themed parties and Kris gives an apology to the DVD community.


Shoutouts:

Shana: Inclusive Guide - The inclusive guide helps you identify safe and welcoming spaces for all. They recently launched a DEI Resources platform which include live trainings at your own pace. Follow and check it out @inclusiveguide on IG 

Kris: Jonica Booth - for a great second season as Chastity on Rap Sh!t. Follow on IG: @jonicablubooth 

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We welcome in the New Year with company! Mx. Eden is your favorite Femme Daddy, dominating audiences from the classroom to the dungeon, and now on Bad Queers. We reminisce on nights out in DC and Baltimore, MD., discuss how to create safe spaces. Black drag kings and our need for more Stud Strippers. Don't forget, Kia Souls are for the everyday, modern queer. And we wrap up with Bad Queer Opinions you won't want to miss (hint: parent chokehold on fashion and coparenting pets).

Shoutouts

Shana: One Roof Chicago: an emerging initiative to build an LGBTQ+ intergenerational community for older adults and youth in need of affirming housing. Follow @one_roof_chicago  

Kris: ColorCreative - Management company supporting & developing the voices of the future while enabling women & people-of-color creators to reach their greatest potential. Follow on IG: @colorcreative

Eden: My shoutouts are gonna be Kai Brown aka Stud Slayer (@stud_slayer_) GiGi Holliday (@gigiholliday)

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We continue our End of Year recap with Anna DeShawn. From July to December highlights include the release of Janelle Monáe's Lipstick Lover, the Montgomery River Brawl, Robin Roberts marriage and Brittney Griner's story being released. Low lights include the conflict in The Congo and Israel/Gaza/Palestine, RIP O'Shae Sibley, transphobia on the rise and Cassie gets justice from Diddy. This is just an overview, plus our end of year Bad Queer Opinions and shoutouts.

*Our next episode will release on TUESDAY January 2nd instead of Monday.*

Shoutouts:
Anna: The films; The Dads, Kokomo City, Rustin, We Live Here: The Midwest, Old Lesbians 

Kris: Native Son 101 List - Class of 2023 has been announced. Their Class of 2023 list celebrates Black gay and queer men who have made an impact throughout the year. Make sure you visit the Native Son website - https://nativeson.us/ to view the beautiful profiles of each honoree. Follow on IG @nativesonnow

Shana: The Sanctuary: 100% sustainable Black, queer woman owned apothecary, apparel and home decor boutique in the bay area. They specialize in locally sourced environmentally sustainable products. Follow and support @thesanctuary.energy 

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Welcome to Part 1 of our End of Year Episode with award winning podcast producer and host, Anna DeShawn. In this two part episode we go over the mess that was 2023. Part 1 reviews January to June, which includes Ron DeSatan trying to come for Disney, the beginning of the George Santos saga, Janelle Monáe and Beyoncé gifting us with their talents, good news from Brittney Griner, bills-bills-bills, too many lives lost, The L Word Gen Q finale and so much more. Let's get into it!

Part 2 of this episode will be released on December 26th! 

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Our chaotic episodes are always our favorite episodes. Lots of slippery slopes from AOC putting congress in check over trans girls rights in sports to Harlem, The Chi and Brittney Griner's documentary. The Renaissance film recap to the fight for peace. In AIABQ we discuss lesbian conservatives and choosing sperm donors and Bad Queer Opinions about women taking poppers and Saucy Santana not wanting a gay son. Try and keep up with this wild and wonderful episode. 

Shoutout:

Shana: BLMP - Black LGBTQIA+ Migrant Project envisions a world without forced migration, where all black LGBTQIA+ people are free and liberated. They build and center the power of Black LGBTQIA+ immigrants through organizing, base-building, strategic communications and long term viability and sustainability. Follow and support @officialblmp on IG

Kris: Viarae prosecco - sparkling white wine from Issa Rae released in October and already a staple in my home. Follow on IG @viaraewines to see where you can buy near you. 

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From trolling Moms for Liberty to staging walk outs over anti-trans policies, the kids are alright. We breakdown the timeline of what has been happening with Angel Reese and how folks are showing out as a result. The Soul Train Awards showed how progressive they were to de-gender an award to celebrate Janelle Monáe's accomplishments. AIABQ shares some bad queer opinions around gay bars and circling back on a missed connection. Allies...you don't need your own flag and it's time to hold gay men accountable. 

Shoutouts:
Shana: LGBTQ+ Business Week - It’s a 7-day celebration of queer-owned small businesses. Their goal is to spread some queer business cheer and help you #BuyProud - And they hosted their first virtual summit on December 1st, which featured some of our fam - Anna DeShawn, Dr. David Johns, and more - Follow @lgbtqbusinessweek 

Kris: Destin Conrad - queer artist, songwriter who gained popularity with his projects, Colorway and Satin. Go support his latest project “Submissive” on all streaming platforms and for purchase. Follow on IG @destinconrad

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