Stay ConnectedThis podcast is for people who feel like they came out of the closet and got placed in a box. It’s time to put the u-haul theory to bed, and connect over being Bad Queers.
Join Kris and Shana, fellow Bad Queers, to discuss breaking stereotypes, owning your identity and their unpopular queer opinions. Bad Queers will leave you both offended and inspired by the news, stories and advice about the very fluid, very real LGBTQ+ experience.
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We review the most recent updates with Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Bill and identify the hypocrisies of it (especially when it comes to Critical Race Theory). Sending all of our positive thoughts to Brittney Griner for a safe and speedy return home. And we forgot to talk about the Euphoria finale! And how do gender roles show up in same sex relationships? Lez talk about it.
Shoutouts:
Shana: Y’all - A Community making space for queer+ folks who care about building families of the future - Follow on IG at yall_
Kris: Sam Jay’s new show on Peacock, Bust Down - premieres March 10. Bust Down stars Sam Jay, Jak Knight, Langston Kerman, and Chris Redd as four casino employees living dead-end lives with dead-end jobs in middle America, and the massive mess they manage to make out of it. Follow Sam Jay on IG @samJaycomic
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Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
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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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
We are celebrating Jessica Betts and Niecy Nash (aka The Betts) on being the first same sex couple on the cover of Essence. The trans bills are still happening, Da Brat gets married and the WNBA continues to not have nice things. We review some of our top Bad Queer Opinions and help out closeted queers in Am I a Bad Queer?
Shoutouts:
Shana: Out Youth - Serves central Texas LGBTQ Youth and their allies with programs and services to ensure these promising young people develop into happy, healthy, successful adults. Follow @outyouth on IG
Kris: The Transgender Education Network (TENT) - TENT is an organization dedicated to furthering gender diverse equality in Texas. We work to accomplish this through education and networking in both public and private forums. Through our efforts we strive to halt discrimination through social, legislative, and corporate education. Follow @transtexas on IG
Want to talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
It's only right that our 100th episode rounds out Black History Month! To celebrate this blackity black and queer special episode, we hosted award-winning writer, creator, producer, actor, and CEO, Lena Waithe to join the conversation. We discuss Twenties, making stud friends and finding out who she rides for in our Bad Queer Opinions. And of course, Shana and Kris reflect on the last 100 episodes! Thank you for joining this adventure and here's to 100 more!
Shoutouts:
Shana: Arlan Hamilton Founder & Investor of Backstage Capital, Founder & CEO of Runner and Author of It’s About Damn Time. Follow on IG @arlanwashere
Kris: Black, queer owned - Deon Libra - an adaptogenic beauty brand formulated to support the body’s natural ability to handle stress and activate lasting skin health. Founders are Devin McGhee and Brit Kirkland - Follow on IG @deonlibrabody
Lena: Black Market Vintage Owners, Jay and Kiy. They were the inspiration for scenes in Master of None. Follow them on IG @blkmktvintage
Want to talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
The Oscars nominees may still be #sowhite, but the hosts are giving us Black, Queer, comedy excellence. Naturally, we review the Super Bowl halftime show and we finally finished Twenties. Am I a Bad Queer? Explores age differences, becoming official and how to end it while dating casually.
Shoutouts:
Shana: Diagnosis: Queer - Understanding the intersection of queer identity and medicine through queer stories. Visit site for resources, allied health professionals and more. Follow on IG @diagnosis_queer
Kris: Impacted Scents - Black owned business, focusing on deep luxurious masculine scents, Hand Poured Soy Wax Candles & Wax Melts. Follow on IG @impactedscents
Want to talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
Now that they've won the battle on critical race theory, Florida decided to introduce the "Don't Say Gay" Bill. We are still reeling from Euphoria's cardio episode and the question that dropped everyones jaws. We circled back on the WNBA dunking debate. Oscars are still white and straight. And are you a Bad Queer if you don't go to your friends wedding, because of how their family treats you? All this and more!
Shoutouts:
Shana: Play Play DC - Exploring your inner child, building community and intentional connections with nostalgic, flirty, active and virtual play experiences. Follow @playplaydc
Kris: Queer on Purpose for hosting a Black Queer Summit on Feb 18-20. The purpose is to empower our community by providing workshops and panels that will give us the tools to thrive. Follow @queeronpurpose on IG
Want to talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
To lower the rim or not lower the rim? The WNBA Free Agency is underway and NWSL pre-season has begun. It's Black History Month and you need to do your research on Black Queer History. DaBrat and fiancé Jessica Dupart are expecting! And how good is your face rodeo?
Shoutouts:
Shana: Refinery29’s ROOTS, their annual Black History Month Series. Their first article of the month is by Amber J Phillips, titled “What We Lose When We Erase Queer Black History”. Check it out and follow @r29unbothered
Kris: Natalie Jasmine Harris and her newest film Pure. On the eve of her cotillion ball, Celeste, a seventeen-year-old closeted poet, experiences an unexpected new love that shifts her role in the traditional rite of passage ceremony. Natalie is a Black queer filmmaker based in NYC. Follow at @nataliearising and @purethefilm
Want to talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
We're Bad Queers for doing this...but Alicia Keys should've been queer. And we speculate all around it. Have you heard about the Lia Thomas NCAA saga? And a full recap of Harlem (obviously spoiler city). Would you break up with your partner if they didn't like your social media? All this and more on this weeks episode.
Shoutouts:
Shana: Amor Binders - Australia’s first binder brand that is ethical, sustainable and size inclusive. Its a trans and autistic owned small business in Melbourne - Follow at amor_binders
Kris: Patterns Clothing - Queer owned clothing brand- their snapbacks are dope- mostly ATL ones but I’m def going go @patternsclothing_
Want to talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
If you're an Aquarius make some noize!!! It's Shana's bday!! And she finally allows Kris to read through some Aquarian traits- tells us if it lands. We also discuss the legacy of the late, great, Andre Lèon Talley, Savage x Fenty's upcoming men's lingerie line, and revisit our gold star lesbian stance (what's there to celebrate?!)
Shoutouts:
Shana: Haus of Codec - Dedicated to ending transition-age youth homelessness in Rhode Island. Period. It’s Providence’s first youth shelter and it was established in 2021. Follow @hausofcodec on IG
Kris: Turnt Out with TS Madison - Ts Madison's new show on Fox Soul. Make sure you check it out and engage with it. Follow Ts Madison on IG @therealtsmadison
Talk to us? Check out our new suggestion, correction, question form here.
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
We are back from our COVID cave and ready with a new episode! Congrats to MJ Rodriguez for making history at The Golden Globes, Kris apologizes for her initial stance on fanny packs and your best friends don't deserve all of you. We circle back on our conversation around pillow princesses aka pillow royalty and time to retire Carol and Happiest Season.
Shoutouts:
Shana: The Barb Shop - Styling Products for women and folks with short hair - LGBTQ+ owned and operated. Become a Barb and follow @thebarbshop
Kris: Flo App for letting me learn more about my body, my moods, everything. I encourage all studs to be sure to have Flo or another menstrual tracker to just know when you’re not yourself. Follow @flotracker
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Shop for official Bad Queers Apparel
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
Welcome back Max! We go through the before-during-after process of top surgery. How he met his girlfriend and the impact she had during this journey. And Max's chosen family not only being supportive, but the way they share healthcare tips with each other, including how to heal from designer nipples.
Shoutouts:
Shana: E3 Radio - It’s the #1 LGBTQ Radio Station - Playing Queer and Independent music in high rotation centering BIPOC and QTPOC Creatives. Follow @e3radio on IG
Kris: bell hooks - the queer black feminist and write passed this week at the age of 69. The author of Ain’t I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism, All About Love: New Visions and dozens of other essays, poetry, children books.
Max: Ben Pechey - Writer, Speaker, D&I Consultant, Fashion Icon & LGBTQIA Advocate. They bring joy and educational content to their IG. Follow them @benpechey
Bad Queers is co-hosted by:
Shana Sumers: @shanahasagram
Kris Chesson: @kris.chess
Let's keep in touch:
Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on Instagram
Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok
Shop for official Bad Queers Apparel
Love our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaliggins
Shoutout to our sponsor HER App
Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here
PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast
Subscribe to our Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast
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.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.
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