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BFF: Black, Fat, Femme

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"The B.F.F. Podcast” gives voice to two of the leading queer, fat and Black changemakers while calling in the world to examine and understand what it means to love oneself unapologetically - in a world where loving oneself often feels impossible.

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the Black Fat Femme Podcast, Jon and Joho are fresh off the conference circuit and asking a simple but radical question: what does it actually look like to put yourself first when the world keeps telling fat people to shrink?

Send us an email with... more

This week you BFF's are joined by Scott Turner Schofield thriving in a dying industry (entertainment) and what it means to become a man in 127 steps. We also get into a conversation knowing to when to put up or shut up and why we are all sick of auto... more

This week you BFF's are joined by the grandiose David Brandyn to talk everything Red Light Special. The dolls talk sexual education (and mis-education), the perfect playlist for getting it on and why will continue to scream "F**K ICE" until we can't ... more

This week your BFF's revisit our sit down with the one & only Bunny McKensie Mack to dish around why we should be paying more attention to A.I, where to get the best food in Cali & Chicago and how (and why) liberation doesn't start with a pride flag.... more

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Recent Guests

David Brandyn
Creator, educator, and host of the show 'Butch Queen After Dark'
Episode: Show Me What's for Me! (Featuring David Brandyn)
Bunny McKensie Mack
A leading voice on power, politics, and pop culture; founder and CEO of MMG Earth.
MMG Earth
Episode: The A.I. Jedi (2025 Rewind) (Featuring Bunny McKensie Mack)
Christian A. Smith
A commentator on current social issues, particularly concerning health and community welfare
Independent
Episode: A Year of Yes Ma'am (and No Ma'am Pam)
Emily Rumble
Author and educator focusing on literary contributions from marginalized communities
Independent
Episode: A Year of Yes Ma'am (and No Ma'am Pam)
DeAndre Ubshaw
Social activist and commentator on cultural issues
Independent
Episode: A Year of Yes Ma'am (and No Ma'am Pam)
Krystina Arielle
Dynamic actor, host, and performer, and passionate advocate for inclusion.
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Episode: You Need a BOQBONE! (Featuring Krystina Arielle)
Jessica Rose
Writer, creator, and mother
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Episode: 36 Hours of Hotep (Featuring Jessica Rose AKA She Really Had a Baby)
Kristian A. Smith
A multifaceted leader and pastor
Episode: It’s Not Jesus - It’s the Fanbase (Featuring Kristian A. Smith)
DeAndré Upshaw
Pop culture expert and self-proclaimed gay menace
Episode: Were You In Sister Act 2? (Featuring DeAndré Upshaw)

Hosts

Doctor Jon Paul Higgins
Co-host, recognized for advocating for intersectional identities, self-love, and empowerment for marginalized individuals.
Joho Daniels
Co-host, known for vibrant discussions about identity, activism, and community support.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 373 ratings
  • Victims

    Embarrassing weirdos that will never get far in life. Get an education, go to community college and get a degree.

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    Mr Blind
    United States6 months ago
  • Incredible Podcasters

    Got the book-already loving it!

    Thank you so much!

    Buy the book babes ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Ribbon Day
    United States9 months ago
  • Favorite Pod

    Thank you both so much! Sending you so much love. I look forward to your pod each week.

    Buy the book babes ♥️ I can’t wait to get it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Ribbon Day
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nope

    Some occasionally interesting and worthy topics, but the hosts are utterly intolerable, with insufferably affected disingenuous tones

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    1
    Veloracer
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great

    Always has me cracking up and thinking deeply. Love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xoxo**
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners enjoy the sense of community fostered by the show, often mentioning that it feels like spending time with friends.
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Some feedback indicates that people feel challenged by certain discussions around body positivity and self-acceptance, reflecting a diversity of opinions.
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Criticism sometimes leans towards the hosts' personalities, with some viewers finding them hard to connect with.

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The A.I. Jedi (2025 Rewind) (Featuring Bunny McKensie Mack)
Q: How has the internet helped you find, create, or shape chosen family and community?
Bunny describes how seeing Black Femmes grounded in their power and politic online shaped their view of themselves and how the internet has potential to connect marginalized people.
New Year, Hold the Resolutions
Q: What did this year give you?
This year gave me the continuation of the show as the biggest gift, and seeing how folks responded to some of the episodes.
A Year of Yes Ma'am (and No Ma'am Pam)
Q: What are your thoughts on the current state of body positivity?
I really want people to stop asking the question, has ozempic killed body positivity?
You Can't Buy a Home with Hope
Q: Do you think you have been underpaid in your work?
I have booked some things, but I often do a lot of activism for free as it's driven by a desire to serve the community, not just for a paycheck.
You Can't Buy a Home with Hope
Q: What's your thought on being labeled?
Being labeled as an activist can be frustrating, as it often comes with expectations that may not align with one's true self or intentions.

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1. David Brandyn
2. Bunny McKensie Mack
3. Christian A. Smith
4. Emily Rumble
5. DeAndre Ubshaw
6. Krystina Arielle
7. Jessica Rose
8. Kristian A. Smith

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