This week on Bad Queers, we’re covering trans issues on the ballot in five states, encouraging new research on trans youth mental health, and Ron DeSantis’ statue literally melting in the Florida heat. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re debating church with your girlfriend, choosing not to have kids, and calling out cliques in queer sports leagues. Plus, Bad Queer Opinions on Todrick Hall’s Midnight l and when it’s worth having conversations to educate others.

Shoutouts:

Kris: The L Table - WLW Dinners with Strangers & other WLW Events🌈

LIVE in 20 cities across US. I’ve had the pleasure of attending their Masc & Matcha event, my wife recently attended their Dinner with Strangers for this month, it’s a great way to meet WLW in your area. Check out their IG for upcoming events near you. @theltable_

Shana: Trans Journalists Association: Promoting more accurate, nuanced coverage of trans rights and communities. Supporting gender-expansive journalists in their workplaces and careers - Follow on IG @transjournalists

Episode Notes:

1:36 - Queer Urban Dictionary
9:39 - Category Is: Trans Issues are on the Ballot in 5 states
14:48 - Category Is: Study Finds Positive Shift in Trans Youth Mental Health
16:32 - Category Is: Ron DeSatan Melted
19:19 - Am I A Bad Queer?
38:32 - Bad Queer Opinions
52:00 - Shoutouts

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This week on Bad Queers, we’re talking about the money behind anti-trans WNBA discourse, J.K. Rowling’s upcoming BBC documentary, and the WNBA Finals showdown between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re debating queer matchmaking, supporting your friends’ businesses, and dating a friend’s former crush. Plus, Bad Queer Opinions on AI flyers and whether it’s time to retire “clock it” and “ate that.”

Shoutouts:

Kris: Dr. David Johns - friend of the show and two-time guest has a new book coming out this month, The Black Papers: A Policy Agenda for Black Liberation in the 21st Century.

Presenting the most comprehensive Black policy agenda produced in a generation, offering concrete, actionable recommendations across every dimension of Black life in America, this book features contributions from over 100 leading scholars, policymakers, and community organizers to transform research into policy action.

Also Congratulations to David on his recent wedding, sending love to the newlyweds. Follow @drdavidjohns on IG

Shana: The Mahogany Pages - Black and Brown Queer Events near you, curated with locals who know the scene. Run by the polycule Soft Queer Wealth, they currently have events listed in DC, Baltimore, ATL and NYC - Follow @themahoganypages

Episode Notes:

1:09 - Queer Urban Dictionary
2:45 - Category Is: The WNBA’s Anti-Trans Discourse Is Making People Money
7:14 - Category Is: Just Karen Rowling will be the subject of new BBC documentary about her transphobic vitriol
13:02 - Category Is: WNBA Finals Are Set
20:38 - Am I A Bad Queer?
35:12 - Bad Queer Opinions
44:09 - Shoutouts

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Finally, a week of reckless speculation! We’re getting into Candace Owens denying lesbian rumors, Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris secretly getting married, and the latest WNBA playoff updates. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re talking dating someone who’s always in crisis, setting boundaries with family, and refusing to forgive your friend’s toxic ex. Plus, Bad Queer Opinions on "integrated" queerness in A Different World and why the internet is weird about people’s relationships.

Shoutouts:

Kris: Lil Nas X is back with a new single and beautifully shot video for “World’s Greatest”. Follow and support on IG @lilnasx

Shana: Sincerely Fearless - Curated collection of novelty and interactive jewelry that is fun, functional and fashionable. Sincerely Fearless exists for the unconventional, the expressive and the ones who don’t shrink themselves to fit in. Follow and support @sincerelyfearless on IG

Episode Notes:

1:08 - Queer Urban Dictionary
5:14 - Category Is: Candace Owens denies she’s a lesbian
12:12 - Category Is: Sophia Bush Reveals She and Ashlyn Harris Secretly Married
19:11 - Category Is: WNBA Playoff Updates
35:21 - Am I A Bad Queer?
47:11 - Bad Queer Opinions
51:30 - Shoutouts

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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.