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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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This week the BFF's are joined by Black Women Taught Us award winning author, educator and scholar to discuss why we are in the mess we are in and why we need to listen to Black women the first time. We also get into why Cheesecake Factory needs to s... more

This week on Black Fat Femme, we’re joined by our good sis Simone Mariposa for a powerful conversation on divine embodiment—what it means to listen to your body, mind, and spirit in a world that constantly pulls us out of alignment. We break down how... more

We got one of People Magazine's "Sexiest Men Alive" - Brian Michael Smith - on Black Fat Femme this week, and we get into discussions about authentic trans narratives, wanting more mediocrity (?!?), and the power of tranformative storytelling.

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This week on Black Fat Femme, we sit down with the brilliant Ericka Hart to talk about their powerful new book Nasty Work—a deep dive into sex, power, and the labor of intimacy. We get into what it means to claim pleasure unapologetically, especially... more

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Recent Guests

David Victor
DJ, founder of Club 1BD
Club 1BD
Episode: 10 Towns Down (Featuring DJ David Victor from Club 1BD)
Mx. Pucks A'Plenty
Creator and director of FatCon, focuses on fat liberation and Black, queer, fat experiences
FatCon
Episode: I Saw Mindy Kaling at Ikea...(Featuring Mx. Pucks A'Plenty)
Brandon Collins
Comedian, screenwriter, producer, host of Drunk Black History
Drunk Black History
Episode: What's New with the Chicken Wraps? (Featuring Brandon Collins of Drunk Black History)
James Corbin
Model turned artist, British Kenyan Caribbean
Fashion/Music
Episode: Our Bodies Can Be Art (Featuring James Corbin)
Danielle Young
Award-winning journalist, producer, writer, comedian, and host
Essence / Ebony / BET (as guest on the show, introduced as media content queen)
Episode: Now That's What I Call Discourse! (Featuring Danielle Young)
Marquis the Honey Bear
Multihyphenate creator, fashion writer, podcaster
MrBearLA2023 / Style and Spagger
Episode: I Support Gay Rights & Wrongs (Featuring Marquis the Honey Bear)
Guy Branum
Comedian, actor, writer, Emmy Award winner
Self
Episode: The Joke That Saved My Life (Featuring Guy Branum)
Ronald Young Jr.
Host and creator of Wait For It and Leaving the Theater, cultural critic and podcaster
Wait For It, Leaving the Theater
Episode: You Say Fat Like It's a Bad Thing (Featuring Ronald Young Jr.)
Nick Guillory
Black, Gay, and Abroad; travel writer/creator and guest on the episode
Black, Gay, and Abroad (blog/brand)
Episode: Keep Your Head on Da Swivel (Featuring Nick Guillory)

Hosts

Jon Paul
Host of the show with a focus on segmenting conversations and driving discussion.
Joho
Co-host who guides topics and facilitates guest conversations.
Jordan (Joe Ho)
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Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 381 ratings
  • To all the Haters

    Wonderfully insightful, witty and funny as ever, warm and inclusive. The tiddle wave of negative reviews is from people leaving bad faith ratings and opinions because they probably don't like themselves more than anything. A real shame but should not take away from this gem and what it has to offer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ari_Safari
    Australia4 months ago
  • Victims

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mr Blind
    United Statesa year ago
  • Incredible Podcasters

    Got the book-already loving it!

    Thank you so much!

    Buy the book babes ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Ribbon Day
    United Statesa year 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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Veloracer
    Australia2 years ago

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10 Towns Down (Featuring DJ David Victor from Club 1BD)
Q: What prompted the apartment party idea and how did Club 1BD start?
David explains he began hosting apartment parties to give people an opportunity to hear his DJ sets, then formalized the concept after early videos went viral, which validated the brand identity and community focus.
The Joke That Saved My Life (Featuring Guy Branum)
Q: When did you first realize that comedy was more than just something you did, but something that helped you stay alive?
It was a gradual awareness that humor carried strength, especially in college and among people who appreciated my voice; comedy became a way to endure and connect with others who share similar experiences.
I Am Not an AMPM Cup (Featuring Nicole Daniels)
Q: The conversation touched on parasocial dynamics and online harassment. What practical advice would you give listeners about engaging with fans while protecting their own wellbeing?
Set clear boundaries, don't engage with every comment, and seek legal or professional help when harassment crosses into doxxing or threats. Remember that the audience's perception is not a substitute for your own sense of self and safety.
I Am Not an AMPM Cup (Featuring Nicole Daniels)
Q: How do you balance your personal identity with the personas you perform, especially given public recognition and audience expectations?
I stay grounded by maintaining a small circle of trusted friends, setting screen-time boundaries, and keeping a clear distinction between the work and the person. It's a continual process of self-check-ins and creative experimentation while honoring my own needs.
I Am Not an AMPM Cup (Featuring Nicole Daniels)
Q: Nicole, thinking about the spectrum of characters you've created, what drew you to character work and when did you realize this could be a sustainable path creatively?
It started with childhood plays and morning announcements in school, then moved through day jobs that fed those characters. Turning to online video allowed me to craft a consistent world and build a following around these identities, showing that this kind of performance can be both healing and commercially viable.

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A bold, intersectional show centers Black, fat, and queer identities through candid conversations, pop culture critique, and personal storytelling. Episodes feature guests from journalism, fashion, comedy, music, and activism, examining representation, self-acceptance, and community resilience with humor and empathy. The format blends cultural critique with practical insights on navigating media, creativity, and everyday life, often weaving in historical context and current events. A standout thread is the unapologetic celebration of marginalized voices and the power of storytelling to shift norms and inspire action.

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Recent guests on BFF: Black, Fat, Femme include:

1. David Victor
2. Mx. Pucks A'Plenty
3. Brandon Collins
4. James Corbin
5. Danielle Young
6. Marquis the Honey Bear
7. Guy Branum
8. Ronald Young Jr.

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