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Bad Queers

Shana & Kris
LGBTQ+ Community
Queer Identity
LGBTQ+ Rights
LGBTQ+ Representation
WNBA
Trans Rights
Intersectionality
Love Is Blind
Mental Health
Queer Urban Dictionary
Beyoncé
Representation In Media
LGBTQ Rights
Community Support
Transgender Rights
Gender-Affirming Care
Queer Community
Queer Culture
Queer Representation
Non-Binary Identity

This 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 v... more

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This week, South Carolina signs an anti-trans bathroom law that could isolate students in porta-potties, a Wisconsin school board bans a Black gay composer’s Marsha P. Johnson tribute, and Kehlani announces a world tour just as we get news of a women... more

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This week, the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art opens the first and largest exhibition of LGBTQ+ African art, Isaiah Rashad opens up about accepting his bisexuality, and WNBA opening weekend reactions and overreactions. 

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This week, we discuss the Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Act ruling, Natasha Cloud’s next move, and the 2026 Met Gala.

In Am I A Bad Queer?, we talk petty dating app behavior, queer friendship dynamics, and screenshotting relationship arguments. Plus... more

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This week, the Supreme Court is weighing whether faith-based preschools receiving public funding can exclude children with same-sex parents, Meg Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s breakup shakes the internet, and Paige Bueckers tells everybody to mind... more

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Episode: Harriet Studman (w/ Crissle West) | Episode 300
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Episode: The Wired Bra (w/ The Baddie Galore) | Episode 297
Mal Wright
A reality TV standout from Netflix's Queer Ultimatum Season 1, known for her grounded energy, sharp wit, and unfiltered authenticity.
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Episode: Loretta Devine was a stud (w/ BFF: Black, Fat, Femme Pod) | Episode 283
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Brandon Kyle Goodman
Writer, actor, and sexual wellness advocate
Known for work on Netflix's Big Mouth and Human Resources
Episode: Heaux Church (w/Brandon Kyle Goodman) I Episode 278
Feignix Rain
Sex entertainer, educator, and one half of The Vagina Based Collective
The Vagina Based Collective
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Hosts

Kris
Host of Bad Queers; co-host with Shana, known for sharp, informed commentary on queer life, culture, and politics.
Shana
Co-host of Bad Queers; brings humor and critical take on pop culture, politics, and queer identity.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 401 ratings
  • Yasssss

    This is the kind of podcast we need. I love the coverage ranging from the news, politics with a human rights focus, to sports, to pop culture and Hollywood buzz! The banter is unmatched. And I loooove the advice section towards the end. Thank you for putting this into the world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madz62417
    United States5 months ago
  • Fantastic podcast and episode. I was very excited to hear the shoutout to my friend Alexis' book, Trans Kids, Our Kids. I always enjoy the humor these two exceptional women bring. I'll post another review when I have more time, but thanks for this podcast, and I'll be looking forward to more!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    TedinRVA
    a year ago
  • Thank you for your service!

    Haven’t been offended by this show yet but have been relieved to feel seen. Hosts break down queer stereotypes and talk about timely culture references with humor and realness. Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calen Ann
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic podcast and episode. I was very excited to hear the shoutout to my friend Alexis' book, Trans Kids, Our Kids. I always enjoy the humor these two exceptional women bring. I'll quit another review when I have more time, but thanks for this podcast, and I'll be looking forward to more!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    TedinRVA
    a year ago
  • Please brush up on transgender terminology

    “biological men” is wildly transphobic. please do your research.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BlairWitchProjector69
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' sharp insights and relatable banter.
Show is described as funny, inclusive, and educational, with strong activism themes.
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Disaster Lesbian | Episode 306
Q: Britt asks how to know if she was always gay and how to distinguish genuine attraction from social conditioning.
Both hosts share personal coming-out timelines and emphasize that there is no single path; attraction can be present from a young age for some, while others discover it later; the takeaway is to follow your gut and honor your own journey without pressuring labels.
Disaster Lesbian | Episode 306
Q: AJ asks if changing hair or presentation affects dating outcomes and whether she should adjust to attract particular types of partners.
They emphasize authenticity and remind that attraction varies; you will attract people who appreciate your true self, and you don't need to conform to external expectations; Pride season amplifies opportunities to meet aligned partners.
Disaster Lesbian | Episode 306
Q: Kim asks if she is a bad queer for flirting poorly with women and how to communicate interest without feeling fake.
The hosts encourage practice and directness, suggest specific compliments and light, deliberate gestures, and reassure that rejection is normal; the core guidance is to initiate conversations more directly, be explicit about interest, and use small, intentional actions to signal attraction.
Thank You Bisexuals | Episode 305
Q: Am I a bad queer if I am attracted to my ex's friend?
Keep interactions platonic and communicate openly with your friend; avoid complicating the existing relationship and respect boundaries.
Thank You Bisexuals | Episode 305
Q: Am I a bad queer if I've catfished my friend's new partner to test their loyalty?
Recognize the behavior as psycho and harmful; end the deception, come clean, and cut off the fake account; focus on healthier ways to address concerns.

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What is Bad Queers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, humor-forward show that tackles LGBTQ+ culture, rights, and intersectional identity through a blend of news, pop culture, and personal storytelling. The hosts mix candid opinions with guest insights, often balancing activism and advocacy with playful banter and relationship advice. Noteworthy is the unapologetic, community-first lens—frequent guests come from queer media, comedy, and activist spaces, keeping conversations fresh, provocative, and highly relatable for a diverse, urban audience.

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1. Crissle’s Couch
2. Furious Thoughts
3. The Read
4. Jade + X. D.
5. The Friend Zone

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Bad Queers launched 6 years ago and published 322 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Bad Queers include:

1. Amber Abundance
2. Lexi Fully
3. Crissle West
4. The Baddie Galore
5. Mal Wright
6. Dr. John Paul Higgins
7. JoHo Daniels
8. Brandon Kyle Goodman

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