Bad Queers

March Madness indeed. 

This week, we discuss Signal-gate, Janelle Monáe's upcoming graphic novel, and recap the latest in march madness results. 

In Am I A Bad Queer? we share ways to navigate the priority shifts of coupled up friends and walking away from things that don't serve you. 

In Bad Queer Opinion, are we too dismissive of hyperfemme lesbian experiences? 

Shoutouts:
Kris: The Culture Decides Podcast - new, Black queer music review and commentary hosted by Li. You can catch episodes anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow on IG: @theculturedecides

Shana: Jonathan Paul Higgins - also known as Doctor Jon Paul on their new book Black. Fat. Femme. Revealing the Power of Visibly Queer Voices in Media and Learning to Love Yourself. It delivers an honest and extraordinary new take on how Jon, and other Black Fat Femmes like them, have come to find and understand their identity. Purchase their book and follow @doctorjonpaul on IG

Episode Notes:
1:16 - Queer Urban Dictionary - WLW and Butch Queen
3:49 - Category Is: DUI Hire Group Chat
14:47 - Category Is: Janelle Monáe Announces Graphic Novel
20:44 - Category Is: March Madness
41:33 - Am I A Bad Queer?
1:00:27 - Bad Queer Opinions
1:09:00 - Shoutouts

Bad Queer Opinion article: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/03/does-my-hyperfemininity-make-me-a-bad-lesbian/

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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’re joined by award-winning professor, writer, and abolitionist Jenn M. Jackson for a conversation that’s as insightful as it is hella sapphic. We dive into their latest book, Black Women Taught Us, and explore their journey growing up queer in the Bay, marriage and parenthood, and, of course, our Bad Queer Opinions.

Shoutouts:

Shana:  The Podcast Salon - Hosted by Anna DeShawn, it’s a night of live podcasting, music and community at varying locations that celebrate Black and/or the LGBTQ+ community around Chicago. Keep an eye out, Bad Queers will be coming to the podcast salon soon! Follow and support @thequbeapp 

Kris: DykeTv: IG account centering dykes, dolls, femmes, studs, and bullys. Follow @dyketv 

Jenn: Jessica Betts & Niecy Nash - I want to be a throuple with me in the middle

Follow and support Jenn below:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/jennmjacksonphd/ 

Substack: https://jennmjacksonphd.substack.com/

Purchase their latest book, Black Women Taught Us An Intimate History of Black Feminism, from a Black-owned bookstore today: https://rep.club/

Episode Notes:
1:04 - Queer Urban Dictionary - Urge to Merge and TGNBI+
2:20 - Jenn M. Jackson Introduction
3:55 - Jenn's Hella Sapphic Journey
17:00 - Growing up in The Bay, Queer Awakening
25:26 - Marriage and Parenthood
37:34 - Breakdown of their latest book, Black Women Taught Us
58:33 - Guilty Pleasures
1:05:22 - Bad Queer Opinions
1:24:30 - Shoutouts

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And we're back.

We're picking up right where we left off with a quick circle back to Shana's South Africa trip, her adventures in dating so far, and getting deeper into lovers and friends. 

Watch the full video on Patreon here.

Catch up with Heart Life Vol. 1 here. 

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Harmful and harmless trash best characterizes this week's news. We react to Trump's 99 min address to Congress and the ways the Democrats "resisted". Shana (bravely) recaps Love is Blind and we discuss Cynthia Ervio's night at the Oscars as well as her being named a headliner for World Pride.

Later in the show, we explain when it's ok to avoid coming out to a family member and if pretty privilege should excuse another queer person's ignorance. Plus why you should never judge a stud by her past.

Shoutouts:

Kris: The Bulldagger Chronicles - podcast, show created by A. Toni Young. The Bulldagger Chronicles seeks to center those of us who are masculine: our love, our history, and our transformation from invisible to invincible within the LGBTQIA community but also within professional and commercial enterprises. Follow and support on IG @bulldaggerchronicles

Shana: Black Alphabet - Chicago based LGBTQ+ arts, media and wellness nonprofit. Committed to giving the Black LGBTQ+ Community a voice through arts and media. Black Alphabet is home to the Black Alphabet Film Festival and is Chicago’s first Black LGBTQ film festival. Follow and support on IG @black_alphabet 

Episode Notes:
0:50 - Queer Urban Dictionary - Velvet Butch and Weekend Gay
3:05 - Category Is: Reactions to Trump's Speech to Congress
17:49 - Category Is: Love is Blind & Oscars Recap

39:06 - Category Is: World Pride
41:35 - Am I a Bad Queer? 
52:25 - Bad Queer Opinion
58:20 - Shoutouts 

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After the last few weeks of mess in the news, we are bringing positive stories to your eyes and ears. We breakdown the 'Conception Begins at Erection' Bill, Amber Ruffin shares accountability in not coming out sooner and share our favorite highlights from the NAACP Image Awards. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?' we break down the essence of the 'delivered' queer person, being skeptical of your exes behaviors after you breakup and pretending to know the indie queer artists. Would you watch a WNBA Queer Reality TV show? Probably the best idea from our Bad Queer Opinions. 

Shoutouts:
Kris: Daniel Thomas- THEE Hairstorian for his hilarious and clever content exploring past and present Black hairstyles and fashion. Follow on IG @danielfunnyashell

Shana: National Gay & Lesbian Human Rights Commission: An independent human rights institution working for legal policy reforms towards equality and full inclusion of sexual and gender minorities in Kenya - Follow and support their work @nglhrckenya on IG 

Episode Notes:
0:49 - Queer Urban Dictionary - 50/50 Myth and Lesbian Boyfriend 
3:16 - Category is: Conception Begins at Erection 
7:25 - Category is: C'mon Out - Amber Ruffin coming out accountability 
14:37 - Category is: NAACP Image Awards 
26:17 - Am I a Bad Queer? 
43:30 - Bad Queer Opinion
53:07 - 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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Trigger warnings, politics and culture. Hate to start the episode this way, but we are 30+ days into the Trump Administration, and it's just mess. RIP to Sam Nordquist, the violence against the Trans community needs to end. Then we review Love is Blind season 8, A'Ja Wilson's shoe line, Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Shana attends Unrivaled. 

In AIABQ? Shana and Kris fight to keep it together while giving advice on using lube, codependency and coming out journeys. Bad Queer opinions about sticking around for Love is Blind's incredibly small LGBTQ storyline and fighting back in politics. 

Shoutouts:
Kris: New Disabled South - nonprofit org working to achieve liberation and justice for disabled people in the South. Follow them on IG @Newdisabledsouth

Shana: Blk N Out - Black and Queer Tech Community. A collective of professionals who are unapologetically Black, out and proud @weareblknout

Episode Notes: 

0:49 - Queer Urban Dictionary 
3:15 - Trigger Warning: Five arrested for the murder, torture of Sam Nordquist 
9:05 - One Month into the Trump Administration
20:55 - Culture Catch up: Super Bowl, A'Ja Wilson's shoe, Love is Blind Season 8, Cynthia Erivo hosting the Tony's, Unrivaled 
46:25 - Am I a Bad Queer? 
1:02:56 - Bad Queer Opinions 
1:07:52 - 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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In this episode, Shana and Kris from Bad Queers Podcast join Destiny from Closeted History LGBTQ+ Stories of the Past to discuss the incredible LGBTQ+ film, Pariah (2011). Starring Adepero Oduye, Kim Wayans and Aasha Davis. It has won many awards and accolades including the 2012 GLAAD Media Award and a Cinematography Award at the Sundance Festival in 2011. 

Episode Notes: 

0:01 - Introduction of Pariah Film & Bad Queers
1:18 - Bad Queers thoughts on Pariah 
5:41 - Parental impact in Pariah 
10:20 - Internalized homophobia and coming out 
14:53 - Oversexualization in the LGBTQ+ Community 
20:16 - How religion shows up in the LGBTQ+ experience
21:57 - Laura and Lee's relationship 
33:04 - How the film portrays first love and heartbreak 
37:37 - Gender norms 
46:01 - The Mom's in the film 
49:58 - Societal expectations of Black womanhood 
55:11 - Wrapping up the show! 

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Welcome to Black History Month! We’re kicking things off by asking the real questions—did we actually enjoy the Grammys? Did Beyoncé’s tour announcement revive us? Plus, we break down key headlines impacting the LGBTQ+ community and news to pay attention to. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?', Kris and Shana share advice on astrology ruling your relationship, unproblematic white queers, and the art of the soft launch. And in Bad Queer Opinions, we’re showing love to LGBTQ+ Divine Nine members and making a case for cuddling your queer friends.

Shoutouts:
Kris: Black Farmers Index - Black Farmers Index (The Index), addresses food insecurity, food system failures and inequities in agriculture in our commitment to ensure that Black farmers and growers thrive. Follow on IG @blackfarmersindex

Shana: AU Pro Basketball - Season 4 of 5x5 Basketball begins. This was the original offseason, in the US basketball league. It’s a great time, watch on ESPN+, Fanduel and the WNBA App - Follow @auprobasketball on IG 

Episode Notes:
0:49 - Queer Urban Dictionary 
2:39 - Grammys  
26:54 - Cowboy Carter Tour
36:27 - The World is on Fire - LGBTQ news round up 
42:47 - One of Them Days recap and review 
46:30 - Am I a Bad Queer?
1:00:18 - Bad Queer Opinions
1:04:49 - Shoutouts

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This week, we sit down with legendary content creator, Amber Whittington—aka AmbersCloset—to talk about her journey from YouTube pioneer to TV and her next big move… politics? 👀 

We get into the real challenges of staying authentic in the public eye, dating as a creator, friendship breakups, and the real LA.

Plus, Amber weighs in on the bisexual studs debate for this week’s Bad Queer Opinion.

Shoutouts

Kris: Rage: On Being Queer, Black, Brilliant… and Completely Over It - Lester Fabian Brathwaite debut book. Rage is a darkly comedic exploration of Blackness, queerness, and the American Dream, at a time when creative anger feels like the best response to inequality. Now available everywhere you buy books. Follow Lester on IG @lefabrat

Shana: InterConnect Support Group - Intersex support and community organization providing affirming spaces for intersex people, their families and allies - Follow and support on IG @interconnect_support 

Amber: Lambda Legal  - is a civil rights organization that focuses on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ) communities as well as people living with HIV/AIDS (PWAs) through impact litigation, societal education, and public policy work. Support them @lambdalegal

Episode Notes:
0:50 - Queer Urban Dictionary
2:45 - AmbersCloset Introduction 
3:40 - Origin Story 
8:20 - Queer awakening + First lesbian to come out on Youtube
20:58 - Jump from social media to TV 
35:21 - Dating as a content creator, friendship breakups
45:09 - Dealing with negativity online, politics
1:01:18 - Bad Queer Opinions
1:24:30 - Shoutouts

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Last week was possibly the longest short week ever.

The Trump administration started as chaotically as expected with the signing of countless Cheesecake Factory–menu–looking executive orders attacking everything from DEI to undocumented immigrants.
In other news, the inaugural season of Unrivaled basketball kicked off with a bang and the GLAAD Media Awards were announced and included some of our favs.

Have the Gays 4 Trump found us? We answer a few eyebrow-raising questions in Am I A Bad Queer and end with some timely Bad Queer Opinions.

Shoutouts:
Kris:The 7-10 Split: A Spicy Rivals to Lovers Sapphic Small Town Sports Romance - By Karmen Lee. 
Former best friends and bowling rivals Ava and Grace reunite as co-coaches of a high school team, reigniting fierce competition, unresolved feelings, and undeniable chemistry in this spicy sapphic rom-com. Available where you get books

Shana: Episcobal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde - Who delivered the sermon that called on Trump to “have mercy” on LGBTQIA+ people and migrants - What a way to take a moment and advocate 

Episode Notes:
[0:50] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[2:29] Category is: GLAAD Media Award nominees
[11:16] Category is: ACLU files lawsuits against Trump admin 
[17:38] Category is: Unrivaled Basketball
[25:13] Am I A Bad Queer?
[39:08] Bad Queer Opinions
[42:40] Shoutouts 

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