What makes a summer unforgettable?In this episode of Unpacking Live, Joe and I get personal. We share some of our most meaningful summer memories—first crushes, childhood vacations, poolside obsessions—and reflect on how growing up gay shaped the way we experienced it all.We also talk about the real-world heaviness we’re all feeling lately, and why holding onto joy—especially queer joy—is its own kind of resistance.Come for the lifeguard thirst traps.Stay for the honesty and nostalgia.Leave with a few laughs, some travel tips, and maybe a new favorite tank top.Skip to your favorite part using the chapters below:CHAPTERS0:00 – Welcome & Vibes Check2:00 – Heavy Headlines vs. Queer Joy5:00 – B*tch? No, Beach. 😅6:00 – Joe’s Summer Memories & Crushes12:00 – My Turn: Beach Boys & Heartbreak16:30 – Hairy Daddies by the Pool 🧔‍♂️💦20:00 – Lifeguards, Speedos, and Myrtle Beach Moments23:00 – Budget Summer Tips 💸🌞26:00 – Finding Joy in the Small Things27:30 – Shirt Talk 👕🧜‍♂️30:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find UsStuff we wore in this episode:

• Osote Embroidered Dad Cap
• Drag is Not a Crime LGBTQ+ Shirt
• Pride of the Seas Tank (Mythical Merman Magic)

You can shop everything at https://hunkytops.comLet me know your favorite summer memory in the comments. And as always: stay cool, stay queer, stay hunky.