Purse First

Pierre and Sesali are pleasantly surprised with the female and queer rappers nominated for Grammy’s this year, including GloRilla and Sexyy Red. They’re giving Salt-N-Pepa their flowers for being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and sharing honest thoughts on JT’s new single “Girl’s Gone Wild”.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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This week Pierre and Sesali are joined by YouTuber and singer, Zach Campbell. The legendary pop culture commentator talks the state of female rap, dealing with fanbases, and spills industry tea!

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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This week, art is imitating life for Pierre and Sesali as they review Monaleo's latest project, Who Did the Body. They make the case for her being the latest in a lineage of conscious rappers and celebrate her clever wordplay and symbolism in her work. They also offer some initial thoughts on LOVER GIRL, the latest release from Megan Thee Stallion.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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After the drama from female rap's juggernauts last week, Pierre and Sesali are covering two quieter album releases from the rap girls: Bia's BIANCA & Pluto's PLUTO WORLD.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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After a week off, Pierre and Sesali are finally sitting down to discuss the barrage of rap beefs that have sparked in the wake of Cardi B’s Am I the Drama? Release. Nicki Minaj vs. Cardi B. JT vs. Cardi B. Santana vs. JT. Ice Spice vs. Cardi B. Even Latto caught a stray. They also carved out time to celebrate Monaleo’s upcoming album. For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, they address the discourse about Cardi’s fourth pregnancy and body policing experienced by New York rapper, Maiya the Don.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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We’re taking a break this week but we’ll be back next Thursday, October 16!

After 7 long years, Cardi B has delivered her sophomore album, Am I The Drama? She held nothing back, dissing a roster of female rappers and her soon-to-be ex-husband, Offset. Were diving into the lyrics, production, impact, and yes, the drama of it all.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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This week Pierre and Sesali are getting into the rap girls, or lack thereof, at New York Fashion week. They’re also covering new drops from Pluto, Connie Diiamond, Saucy Santana, Bia, and a Young Thug diss track from Glorilla. They celebrate Santana’s gold certification for “Material Gworl”, proof that the music industry is not always about instant gratification. With Glorilla hitting a historic milestone, they discuss her place as one of the greats in female rap. Has she surpassed Meg?

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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In this episode of Purse First, we’re paying tribute to queer icon and personality, The Big Purrr, Rolling Ray, in the wake of his passing. We also have updates on the Lil Nas X incident and Cardi B’s civil case. Ice Spice has surprised all of us by collaborating with Latto for a new single, plus new drops from Erica Banks and Lizzo that we love and hate. We’re offering our opinions on the Big 3 of female rap debate sparked by Billboard and the disappearance of female rappers from the 2025 VMAs.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

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Sesali and Pierre are revisiting Ice Spice, this time to examine the rise and fall of her career. What does the “Munch” rapper’s experience reveal about music industry dynamics, the impact of social media, and the challenges faced by female artists? They discuss the importance of authenticity, artist development, and Gen Z’s search for a superstar to call their own, while also addressing body image and public perception. The conversation highlights the complexities of fame in the ever-evolving music landscape.

Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP).

Join the Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content.

Follow the show on Instagram @pursefirstshow

Email us at [email protected]