Bad Queers
by Shana & Kris
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 very fluid, very real LGBTQ+ experience.
Episodes
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Welcome Finger Bang | Episode 328
This week on Bad Queers, we’re talking about the Last Ditch lesbian bar closing, Meta paying anti-LGBTQ+ accounts, and Nicki Minaj’s anti-trans rhetoric at a Trump rally. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re discussing skipping events because of past drama, being someone’s first queer experience, and…
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Religion of Rest | Episode 327
This week on Bad Queers, we’re covering trans issues on the ballot in five states, encouraging new research on trans youth mental health, and Ron DeSantis’ statue literally melting in the Florida heat. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re debating church with your girlfriend, choosing not to have kids, and...
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Sports & Transphobia | Episode 326
This week on Bad Queers, we’re talking about the money behind anti-trans WNBA discourse, J.K. Rowling’s upcoming BBC documentary, and the WNBA Finals showdown between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re debating queer matchmaking, supporting your friends’...
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Clothes Burn & Chill | Episode 325
Finally, a week of reckless speculation! We’re getting into Candace Owens denying lesbian rumors, Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris secretly getting married, and the latest WNBA playoff updates. In Am I A Bad Queer, we’re talking dating someone who’s always in crisis, setting boundaries with family,...
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The Last Ditch | Episode 324
This week we’re getting into the Last Ditch lesbian bar controversy, including the mask mandate drama, accessibility, and community fallout. We’re also talking about the Trump administration rolling back federal Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students and the WNBA playoffs. In Am I A Bad Queer,...
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Baby-Daddy-Mama w/ Punkie Johnson | Episode 323
This week, we’re joined by comedian, actor, and writer Punkie Johnson! We’re getting into her gay upbringing in New Orleans, moving to LA to chase her comedy dreams, her time on SNL, and what she’s building next, including her upcoming comedy special and first movie. Plus, Punkie gets real about...
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Out Them! | Episode 322
This week, we’re talking about a MAGA investor joining, then quickly resigning from, the EqualPride board, Team USA’s FIBA World Cup win, and the crackdown on LGBTQ+ organizations in Turkey. Plus, the controversy over Jasmine Crockett honoring Chris Brown, your questions in Am I A Bad Queer?, and...
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It starts with Kehlani | Episode 321
This week, we're saying goodbye to WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert, getting into the latest FIBA World Cup updates, and asking: did Black Panther star Letitia Wright get married to a woman? Then it's time for Am I A Bad Queer?, where we tackle white queer bars, WNBA drama, and setting…
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Sad & Confused | Episode 320
This week, we're talking about the tragic Tucson gay bar shooting, Trump's latest anti-trans comments, and how the late, great Dolly Parton helped inspire a Texas judge to strike down the state's drag ban. Plus, Am I A Bad Queer? tackles bad texters, cheating friends, and whether your girlfriend...
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Stunt Queen | Episode 319
We lost a good one this week. We’re remembering the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a country legend and longtime Black and LGBTQ+ ally. Then we get into Enes Kanter’s latest WNBA antics as he earns the title of Stunt Queen, celebrate Amber Ruffin and Kelsi’s double engagement, and tackle your...
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Probably Nonbinary? | Episode 318
This week, we're talking about the untimely death of Hayden Panettiere, the arrest of My Sister’s Room co-owner Jen-Chase Daniels, and a police officer accused of using surveillance technology to stalk her ex. Plus, we circle back to a listener’s transition journey in Am I A Bad Queer?, tackle…
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Flagrant Fouls | Episode 317
This week, we're getting into the latest WNBA drama, from DiJonai Carrington's hard foul on Sophie Cunningham to the backlash and Stephanie White's call for the league to reject the hate and division. We also talk about the latest attempt to exploit the WNBA's trans inclusion policies, Lauren...
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No Love & Basketball | Episode 316
This week, we're talking Brittney and Cherelle Griner's divorce after eight years of marriage, plus the latest WNBA drama around trans inclusion and anti-trans activism. We also get into LGBTQ+ representation in this summer's biggest movies, answer your questions in Am I A Bad Queer?, and share…
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+++ Many More | Episode 315
We're back with an all-new episode, and we have a lot to catch up on. Shana recaps her WNBA All-Star Weekend experience, Kris shares what it's been like settling in after a cross-country move, and we unpack everything we've missed while we were away. Plus, Bad Queer Opinions on the word "female"...
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A Lil Straightening w/ Ace in Grace | Episode 314
This week, we're joined by therapist, educator, and Ace in Grace founder Ashabi for a conversation about asexuality, Black ace identity, and belonging in queer spaces. We explore their journey creating the new asexuality pride flag, the conversation and controversy that followed, what people…
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Spicy Straights w/ Charmeé Taylor @Bi_Astrology | Episode 313
This week, we're joined by actor, author, and creator Charmeé Taylor of @bi_astrology and The Good Bi Podcast. We talk about coming out later in life, building bisexual community online, femme-for-femme relationships, bisexual representation in media, and the history behind some of the biggest...
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Your Fellow Woman w/ Imara Jones | Episode 312
This week, we're joined by our first-ever three-time guest, the incomparable Imara Jones. We unpack the escalating attacks on trans rights, what Democrats and progressives are getting wrong, the policies flying under the radar, and where real hope still exists. Shoutouts: Kris: Syd - Third album…
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Couples Therapy Season 5 Recap | Bonus Episode
In our latest TV recap special bonus (speshbon?) episode, we share our thoughts and reactions to season 5 of Couples Therapy. Head over to the Bad Queers Podcast Patreon to watch the full video episode. Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here Support the show PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast...
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The Cost of Prideteenth | Episode 311
This week, there's a verdict in the killing of O'Shae Sibley, a new analysis questions how The New York Times has covered trans rights, and we're celebrating Black queer excellence from the Native Son Awards to our latest WNBA check-in. In Am I A Bad Queer?, we're talking surviving the honeymoon...
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Joe Rogan Queers | Episode 310
This week, the trashy Freedom 250 event gives new life to an old Michelle Obama conspiracy theory, a Sister Act actress confirms what queer women have known for decades, the SF Giants find themselves in hot water after Pride Night, and Jay-Z's Target partnership. In Am I A Bad Queer?, we’re…
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Early Aughts | Episode 309
The early aughts tangents were stronger than us this week. This week features a proposed federal rule with sweeping implications for transgender people and other protected communities, New York City Hall’s first-ever Pride Ball celebrating ballroom culture, and highlights from this year’s Tony...
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What About Your Friends? | Episode 308
This week, Category Is is packed: a major court ruling on transgender troops, new polling shows declining support for same-sex marriage, Karamo Brown breaks his silence on the Queer Eye drama, and Cara Delevingne shares how she realized she’s a lesbian. In Am I A Bad Queer?, we’re talking dating...
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Yes M.A, No M.A | Episode 307
Happy Pride y’all! This week, Pornhub launches a sapphic site for queer women and nonbinary viewers, Queen Latifah and Colman Domingo share their coming out stories, and we get into the latest WNBA updates. In Am I A Bad Queer?, we’re talking lying about your body count, whether you’ve made your...
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Disaster Lesbian | Episode 306
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’s basketball rom-com. In Am I A Bad Queer?,...
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Thank You Bisexuals | Episode 305
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. In Am I A Bad Queer?, we’re talking staying close with your toxic...
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Baddies in the Sky | Episode 304
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, a Bad Queer Opinions discussion on Dominique...
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H.A.G.S. With Us Meg | Episode 303
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 their business when it comes to her and Azzi...
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Trust in the Nasty | Episode 302
This week, the fake Christians are trying to whoop KevOnStage into submission (again), Dave Chappelle plays in our faces (again), and Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe's breakup (fake) rocks the lesbian community just in time for Lesbian Visibility week (happy belated!). In Am I A Bad Queer?, we’re...
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Effing Straggots | Episode 301
This week on Bad Queers, we break down Tennessee’s anti-trans healthcare bill, celebrate some very queer Hall of Fame wins, and get into the biggest WNBA Draft moments. Plus, we answer your Am I a Bad Queer? questions on staying for the rent, needy friend dynamics, and catching feelings for a...
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Harriet Studman (w/ Crissle West) | Episode 300
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 Masc Studies: is a research project by Ellis…
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Love & Basketball | Episode 299
We're nominated for a Webby award for Best Indie Podcast! We’d love your vote and support 🖤 Vote here: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/podcasts/features/best-indie-podcast This week, we break down the IOC’s transphobic new testing policy, the Supreme Court ruling against…
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Love Is Blind Season 10 Recap | Bonus Episode
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. Share your Am I A Bad Queer? here Support the show PATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast Subscribe to our Youtube...
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The Oscars go to the CBA! | Episode 298
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 playing in our faces, and a major win for the…
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The Wired Bra (w/ The Baddie Galore) | Episode 297
This week, we’re joined by The Baddie Galore — digital creator, event curator, and co-host of The Queer Agenda — for a fun conversation on intentional content creation, queer recaps and gossip, dating in D.C., and building community through nightlife and events. Plus, Baddie closes us out with a...
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Too Dick-y | Episode 296
This week, we break down Gallup’s latest data showing LGBTQ+ identification holding at 9% in the U.S., then get into Kansas’ new law voiding updated gender markers on IDs—and why we’re underreacting to how dangerous that is in real life. Plus: BAFTAs fallout, Unrivaled playoff predictions, and Am…
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Hope this helps | Episode 295
This week, we break down the arrest of 25 protesters in D.C. opposing proposed federal rules that would restrict gender-affirming care for trans minors, and we pay tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and his lasting impact on civil rights. Plus, Unrivaled 1:1 results, what we’re watching, and an Am…
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Hedda Watch Party (w/ The Strap Down Pod) | Bonus Episode
We linked with our play cousins, Aury and Sheria of The Strap Down podcast, to review Hedda (2025) for this bonus episode. Get into this in-depth and (un)serious review of remade classic starring bicon, Tessa Thompson, and directed by Nia DaCosta. We discuss how this version holds up to the...
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Be Like Billy Porter | Episode 294
It’s all Category Is and Bad Queer Opinions this week. We break down the 2026 Grammy Awards — from Durand Bernarr dedicating his win to butch queens, to Kehlani and Bad Bunny using their moments to say fuck ICE, plus big nights for Lady Gaga, Cynthia Erivo, Doechii, and more, including the In...
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January was Awful | Episode 293
January gave us 31 straight days of heavy headlines, complicated feelings, and very little rest. This week, we unpack the aftermath of Alex Pretti’s killing, talk through Kanye West’s latest apology (and what’s conveniently happening next), and discuss Brittney Griner’s new documentary debuting…
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Come Home P-Valley | Episode 292
Y'all. Bad Queers was just nominated for a Queerties award for Best Podcast. Our first nomination! We'd love your support, vote for our podcast daily until 2/17! https://www.queerty.com/queerties/vote/?category_id=2609 ----- This week we dive into Angel Reese joining The Hunting Wives, Karamo…
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ABCDEFUCKICE | Episode 291
It’s one of those weeks. We’re all Category Is this episode, covering escalating ICE violence, Supreme Court arguments on trans sports bans, a Golden Globes recap, a tale of two gospel legends (Yolanda Adams and Donnie McClurkin), Ezee’s fatphobic ragebait skit, and Matt Rogers needing to keep...
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Lesbianville | Episode 290
We’re back with our first new episode of the year. We reflect on the five-year anniversary of the J6 insurrection, unpack a troubling California court ruling impacting LGBTQ+ students, and break down the latest Tyler Perry lawsuit. We also recap the action-packed opening of Unrivaled, take a…
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White First (w/Aury and Sheria of The Strap Down Pod) | Episode 289
We close out our winter break run with nonstop laughs, joined by Aury and Sheria of The Strap Down Podcast. We get into their origin story, queer journeys, life as Black queer comedians in NYC, why Druski’s stud obsession is deeply weird, and—casually—solve racism along the way. Shoutouts: Kris:...
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We're a Christian Podcast (w/ Anna DeShawn) - 2025 Recap Pt. 2 | Episode 288
We’re back with Anna DeShawn to break down the back half of the year — from the WNBA championship and CBA negotiations to Snoop’s Lightyear comments, renewed attacks on trans athletes, and a much better Election Day than last year. We close out with our year-end Bad Queer opinions, shoutouts, and...
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Niecy Nash Year (w/ Anna DeShawn) - 2025 Recap Pt. 1 | Episode 287
For our third in a row, we're joined by our dear friend and E3 Radio founder, Anna DeShawn, to recap the year. For part 1, we share our top stories from January through June and end the episode with our favorite social trends and queerest moments of the year. Follow and support Anna below E3…
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Documentary Diss Track | Episode 286
Can a documentary tell the truth when the person behind it hasn’t told theirs? This week, we unpack the Netflix Diddy doc and dive into politics, sports, and queer culture — from Jasmine Crockett’s Senate run to A’ja Wilson’s historic season, a new celebrity romance, and the fight over Pride at…
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The Nays Have It | Episode 285
We’re back with an all-new episode, catching up on the week’s news — from the heartbreaking loss of Girlalala, to Porsha Williams soft-launching her new romance, to the latest in WNBA contract drama and the SCORE Act mess. We get into the serious, the petty, and the queer of it all — and of…
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Flavor of Love (w/ Mal Wright) | Episode 284
Mal Wright has been on our wishlist for a minute, and shooting our shot finally paid off. We get into her background, her time in ATL, how she earned her nickname, all things The Ultimatum: Queer Love, and what life was looking like post-show — including who was in her DMs and who she still keeps...
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Loretta Devine was a stud (w/ BFF: Black, Fat, Femme Pod) | Episode 283
We’re happy to be joined by Jonathan Higgins and Jordan “JoHo” Daniels of BFF: Black, Fat, Femme. We talk origin story, the love + lessons in their friendship, the success of their show, Jonathan’s book Black. Fat. Femme: Revealing the Power of Visibly Queer Voices in Media and Learning to Love...
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You play 2k? | Episode 282
This week, the Supreme Court tells Kim Davis to get a life, the 2026 Grammy noms are in, and studs are making moves — 2K style. Shoutouts: Kris: DeAndré Upshaw - Content creator and producer. His Y2K and pop culture content is some of the best online. “Follow if you miss flip phones and TRL”. You...
About this show
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 very fluid, very real LGBTQ+ experience.
Hosted by
Shana & Kris