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Bad Queers

Shana & Kris
LGBTQ Youth
Queer Relationships
Emmys
Award Shows
Queer Identity
Other Mothering
The Color Purple
Taylor Swift
Love Is Blind
Bisexual Plumber Chic
Mental Health
Fashion Trends
Auntie Support
Grammys
LGBTQ+ Rights
Trans Youth Rights
Lil Nas X
Floozy
SZA
Mo'nique

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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Latest Episodes

It’s our 300th episode, and we’re celebrating with the iconic Crissle West as we talk podcasting, therapy, dating, her favorite Beyoncé album and songs, and one very necessary Bad Queer Opinion on the overuse of “partner.”

Shoutouts:

Kris: Trans Ma... more

We're nominated for a Webby award for Best Indie Podcast! We’d love your vote and support 🖤

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This week, we break down the IOC’s transphobic new testing ... more

We’re back with a Love Is Blind Season 10 bonus episode, breaking things down couple by couple, revisiting the reunion, and sharing our final grades on the season.

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PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPo... more

In da clurb, we all aren't fam.

We’re back from our Queerties break with an all-new, Category Is-heavy episode. This week, we recap the Queerties, get into anti-LGBTQ crackdowns across Africa, our reaction to the EJ Johnson interview, Julez Smith pl... more

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Recent Guests

The Baddie Galore
LGBTQIA+ digital creator and event curator based in Washington DC; part of The Frequency Class
The Frequency Class, The Baddie Galore LLC
Episode: The Wired Bra (w/ The Baddie Galore) | Episode 297
Anna DeShawn
A host of Queer News Podcast
Queer News Podcast
Episode: We're a Christian Podcast (w/ Anna DeShawn) - 2025 Recap Pt. 2 | Episode 288
Mal Wright
A reality TV standout from Netflix's Queer Ultimatum Season 1, known for her grounded energy, sharp wit, and unfiltered authenticity.
Autostraddle, For Them
Episode: Flavor of Love (w/ Mal Wright) | Episode 284
Dr. John Paul Higgins
Educator, professor, national speaker, journalist, and media critic. Creating and sharing untold stories of Black, queer individuals.
Black Fat Femme Podcast
Episode: Loretta Devine was a stud (w/ BFF: Black, Fat, Femme Pod) | Episode 283
JoHo Daniels
Fat, queer, Afro-Jew writer, photographer, activist, and fashionista; co-host of BFF, Black Fat Femme podcast.
Black Fat Femme Podcast
Episode: Loretta Devine was a stud (w/ BFF: Black, Fat, Femme Pod) | Episode 283
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
Episode: Foreplay All Day (w/Vagina Based Collective) I Episode 277
Autumn Breon
Multidisciplinary artist investigating the visual vocabulary of liberation through a queer Black feminist lens.
Episode: I did that (w/Autumn Breon) I Episode 275
Amber J. Phillips
A storyteller, writer, and creative director focused on Black queer narratives.
Toxic Femininity (Substack)
Episode: Anti-Ellie (w/Amber Abundance) I Episode 274

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 400 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 States3 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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The Wired Bra (w/ The Baddie Galore) | Episode 297
Q: How do you handle dating life and boundaries on social media, especially when relationships become public content?
We set clear boundaries with partners, post only what is comfortable, and avoid turning personal relationships into public content to protect those involved.
The Wired Bra (w/ The Baddie Galore) | Episode 297
Q: What is your process for choosing topics week to week, and how do you decide what deserves a deeper conversation versus a quick take?
We focus on the most viral and most impactful topics, do thorough research, and rely on receipts and factual timelines rather than personal opinions to guide the discussion.
Come Home P-Valley | Episode 292
Q: Am I a bad queer if I use my queerness to get out of work stuff?
Lying to get out of work is risky, and while some people do it, it might not be necessary to fabricate stories about your commitments.
Come Home P-Valley | Episode 292
Q: Am I a bad queer if I'm attracted to someone who voted differently than me, and I'm considering just not asking or talking about politics?
It's generally not worth pursuing a relationship with someone who would vote against your existence.
Come Home P-Valley | Episode 292
Q: Am I a bad queer if I don't tell dates I'm sober until the third date?
It's okay to share your sobriety when you're comfortable, and you don't owe anyone that information upfront.

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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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These podcasts share a similar audience with Bad Queers:

1. Crissle’s Couch
2. The Friend Zone
3. The Read
4. Gettin' Grown
5. Unsupervised with Syd & TP

How many episodes of Bad Queers are there?

Bad Queers launched 6 years ago and published 316 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. The Baddie Galore
2. Anna DeShawn
3. Mal Wright
4. Dr. John Paul Higgins
5. JoHo Daniels
6. Brandon Kyle Goodman
7. Feignix Rain
8. Autumn Breon

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