Kunyit Squared

Kunyit Squared

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Kunyit Squared episodes

  • Episode 11: Drag in Malaysia (w/ Carmen Rose & Kumela Kumslut)

    They're baaaack! In this first episode of season 2, the Kunyits kiki with Carmen Rose and Kumela Kumslut, 2 leading performers of the local drag scene. The queens spill the tea on their experiences and challenges performing in the Malaysian drag circuit and discuss the future of drag in a conservative society. For Pop Culture you’ve got Party Monster and Pose, with Ted Radio Hour and Shameless Sex rounding out Brain Teaser.

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    Intro: Future Bass Logo by Hooksounds

    41 min
  • Episode 10: Mental Health & Ellen Degeneres' Relatable

    How are gay men affected by mental health issues and what are the available coping strategies? In the season finale, the Kunyits discuss how some circumstances lead to increased risk of mental health and addiction problems. They also talk about the Ellen DeGeneres special Relatable, and talk about the link between being late and an interesting positive trait.

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    31 min
  • Episode 9: Sexual Roles, Wendy Williams, & Ted Bundy

    What different labels are there for sexual roles, and how does stereotyping affect the perceptions of what it means to be associated with a certain role? By drawing on surveys and articles the Kunyits navigate the intricacies of gay sex life. They also talk about the Wendy Williams Show, and shed some light on the inappropriate appeal of serial killers.

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    34 min
  • Episode 8: Sex Pt.2, Michael Henry, & Sex Map of Britain

    What other types of sex acts are enjoyed out there? In this continuation of last week’s sex talk, the Kunyits get into the nitty gritty details of orgies, kinks, and chemsex, all while sharing first-hand recollections of their own. They also shine a light on witty gay Youtuber Michael Henry and the startling BBC Three Documentary called Sex Map of Britain.

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    43 min
  • Episode 7: Sex Pt. 1, Sexual health, & Cucumber and Banana

    Why do gay men cruise, and how does promiscuity and saunas fit into gay hookup culture? The Kunyits unpack the significance of sex to gay men and the different avenues formed to explore ever-evolving sexual desires. They also highlight the importance of being informed about one's own sexual health, and the impactful British television series Cucumber and Banana.

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    34 min
  • Episode 6: Coming Out, Dee Kosh, & Billion Dollar Whale

    How can a gay person come out in a conservative society? The Kunyits share their own (non-) coming out experiences and discuss acknowledging their sexuality to themselves, family and friends, as well as to their bosses. They also put a spotlight on bold, queer Singaporean YouTubers Hirzi Zulkiflie and Dee Kosh, and chat briefly on the tale that is the Billion Dollar Whale.

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    31 min
  • Episode 5: Relationships Pt. 2, Bandersnatch, & NPR Hidden Brain

    Is monogamy really the only form of relationship? What are throuples? The Kunyits share details of their experiences with unconventional relationships (including holidays with exes) and discuss cheating on partners. They also talk about (yet another) Netflix phenomenon Black Mirror: Bandersnatch and NPR's Hidden Brain podcast.

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    35 min
  • Episode 4: Relationships Pt. 1 & Body2Body

    Why is it so difficult to have lasting gay relationships and what role does Grindr play in all of this? The Kunyits share some light hearted tales of their past relationships and attempt to uncover the secret to finding a boyfriend. In addition, they take a walk down memory lane and discuss the pivotal Malaysian queer anthology Body2Body.

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    35 min
  • Episode 3: Gay Bashing, Spillin' the Tea, & Unobscured

    What forms of bullying are gay men subjected to and why do they exist? The Kunyits share some insights on the bullying of gay men in Malaysia including recent cases of assaults and hate crimes, and discuss avenues for seeking help. Also revealed is the meaning of the term "kunyit" and the reason behind using it for the podcast. Other topics talked about are Spillin' the Tea web series and Unobscured podcast.

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    33 min
  • Episode 2: Catfishing, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, & Elite

    What does MTV have to do with the birth of a modern scam? By drawing on their personal experiences the Kunyits have a chat about the motivations behind this act of deception. And what episode on duplicity would be complete without a discussion on Netflix favourites Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Elite?

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    26 min

About Kunyit Squared

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Two kunyits (or gay men in Malay) talk about being queer in Malaysia while laughing over salacious semburit stories.