Our Season Finale!!!!!! We share some of the most important lessons learned from this first season! Thank you for all of the love, views, likes, and subscribes! See you for SEASON 2!

We’re back with another powerful conversation! For Episode 6 of the Be For Real Podcast, we’re spotlighting some true community powerhouses—members of our Inaugural Be For Real Community Health Worker Training alongside our amazing facilitators. 💥

Together, they’re getting real about what our communities actually need, where the opportunities for growth are, and how Memphis can continue to evolve into a safer, healthier, and more affirming city for our LGBTQ+ community. 🌈✨

This episode is full of insight, passion, and hope—rooted in lived experience and driven by a shared vision for a better Memphis. Tap in, turn it up, and be part of the conversation.

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Headliners Memphis: @Headliners901

Monica Lusk: @monica_lusk

Phillis Lewis: @lovedoesnthurt

DeWayne Murrell: @its_thedm, @thepaige901

Phoenix Lemount: @phoemount

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨

We’re back with Be For Real and joined by our very own BFR Community Health Worker Training alum, Kedron Pryor! 🙌

This episode dives into the real conversations—religion, faith, and PREP—and how they shape health in our communities. You don’t want to miss it! 💬✨

Tune in now! 👇🎧

In this special host takeover episode of the Be For Real Podcast, we’re turning the mic over to an incredible lineup of powerhouse voices — Jasmine Tasaki, Kayla Gore, Lena Chipman, and Tamesha Prewitt! These dynamic women take us deep into real, raw conversations about Trans Rights, protecting the dolls, and navigating politics that directly impact the trans community.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Be For Real without a little laughter, love, and a touch of tea being spilled along the way. 💅🏾

Tap in and take a listen to this unforgettable episode celebrating sisterhood, strength, and the voices that keep it all the way real. #BeForReal #TransVoices #WhereMyGirlsAt #HeadlinersMemphis #Headliners901 #BlackLGBTQ #PartyWithAPurpose #Memphis #PrEP901 #TransGirlsRock #BeForReal #BFR

Headliners Memphis

@Headliners901 on IG and Facebook

Follow Their Socials:

Jasmine Tasaki - @mstasaki

WeCareTN - @WeCareTennessee1

Kayla Gore - @ms_Kaylagore

My Sistah’s House -@mshmemphis

Tamesha Prewitt - @skinnyplenty901

Lena Chipman - @lenaoflune

Just as the title states, this will be an audio-only release for this episode. Enjoy one of our earlier recordings, and this chill and relaxed episode. The Doube Ds are delving into their friendship, and really talking about how Demmie and Danny grew our bond over 14 years of friendship. Let's get into the tea and Be For Real!

In this second episode of The Be For Real Podcast, we’re joined by guest cohost Jessie Claudio for a real conversation about the recent arrival of the National Guard coming to our beloved city of Memphis. Together, we unpack what this means for our neighborhoods, how communities are feeling in this tense moment, and—most importantly—what resources and organizations are out here offering guidance, safety, and support.

From knowing your rights to finding trusted community hubs, this episode gives listeners practical tools to stay informed, stay grounded, and stay safe while we navigate these challenging times.

Memphis 2025- Know Your Rights & Safety Tips.pdf

In our very first episode, we’re taking it back to where it all started. Join us as we share the story of how Headliners Memphis came to life, the mission that drives our work, and the journey that led us to launching The Be For Real Podcast. From community conversations and grassroots beginnings to building a platform where we can talk openly about real issues, this episode sets the stage for what’s to come.