You're invited to our Halloween Live Party!

Have you ever seen the hilariously terrible, offensively affectionate, 1988 self-proclaimed shitty movie Curse of the Queerwolf? It's one of those movies you spend the first 15 minutes trying to decide which slur it's calling you, only to realize it was sticking up for you. If it feels dangerous to go alone, take us with you! Join Queernecks for a watch party on Halloween at 8:00 pm EST. Queernecks is a podcast about growing up queer in Appalachia, hosted by two hilarious cultural studies profs. For access to the Hall-O-Kween Live party join the $2 Broke Tier @ https://ko-fi.com/queernecks

This episode covers memorable birthday stories, struggles with quitting smoking, and reflections on queer culture and celebrity crushes. From discussing the intricacies of dissertation writing to sharing experiences with tattoo art, the hosts provide an intimate and candid look at their lives. Plus, dive into their humorous take on scarecrows as well as insights into Appalachian traditions like forecasting winter using persimmon seeds. Don't miss their chat on favorite horror movies and the challenge of navigating queer identity in a heteronormative world. Tune in for laughter, heartfelt stories, and warm camaraderie.

00:00 Welcome to Queernecks

00:27 Birthday Memories

01:17 Quitting Smoking Struggles

03:41 Continuing the PhD Journey

07:24 Fall Vibes and Horror Movies

12:51 First Crushes and Celebrity Admiration

19:39 The Persistence of Print Media

20:17 Trivia Enthusiasts Unite

21:05 Celebrity Crushes and Queer Experiences

25:14 Cultural Appropriation and Queer Culture

30:30 Therapy and Mental Health

34:54 Appalachian Weather Predictions

37:14 Car Talk and Personal Stories

40:13 Podcast Wrap-Up and Announcements