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Swirl Talk 901
by Patrick and Phillis
Swirl Talk 901 is a space to speak on the intersections of social justice and faith, with some sass in the mix! We’re centering the margins by showcasing the perspectives of People of Color and the Queer community. Get to know your hosts in our Pilot, then meet activists, drag performers, preachers, trailblazers, and more! Available wherever you listen to fabulous podcasts.🎙✊🏾✝️🏳️🌈🎧 [email protected](901) 264-0074Hosts Patrick and PhillisEdited, produced, engineered by Jon BurnettIntro music by Mary RobynCover Art by Allen Jones
Episodes
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Think Before You Vote
Patrick and Phillis stress the importance of voting starting at the local level and discuss the need for candidates that work with the people as well as for the people.
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Two Robs in a Pod
Hey guys! This episode is slightly different. Not only is it the 2025 season finale it is also featuring Robert Morgan Pearson, my lovely husband, and Pastor Rob Van Ess,a dear friend, one of the first guests on this podcast, and the former minister at my church. They are discussing trans people…
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Trio de los Muertos
Today's episode is somewhat morbid. Janet from HR and I sit down to discuss the power of three, what it pertains to, especially with celebrity deaths. We discuss some of the great and not so great ones that we have lost.So have a listen and of course let us know what you think.
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Why Did I Get Married?
Hey, Everyone!!! So in this weeks episode we break down why the hell did we get married? We sit with our guest Robin and of course, Janet from HR to figure out what motivated that decision. Janet tells us why he has been married 3 times (wow!) and Patrick conveys how he truly feels about his...
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Check in With Alex and Mary
This episode is a fun one. We sit down with former co-host Alex and former producer Mary. We discuss with them what they have been up to and how much the missed me (hint,hint it’s a lot). So come in and have a listen to us.
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What Can White Women Do?
For Black History Month, Patrick is joined by old friend and middle-aged white woman Robin Haggitt to discuss the ways white women are navigating the current political landscape and how they can listen to Black Women, leverage their privilege, and learn to lead a charge without leaving others...
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Year End Wrap-Up
2024 Wrap and Rant!
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Polyamory Myths
This month's episode is regarding family. Not the traditional one that you're born into, but the one that you choose. We sit down with the Love Goddess (lovely wife of Freak Nasty) and the Mind Doctor to discuss polyamory, polycules, and some of the different relationship types that this world…
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Religious Trauma- Part 2
So this episode is a continuation of last month's Religious Trauma episode. We speak to one of my favorite sisters-in-law, Catey, about what it was like for her at the church she attended. Unfortunately, she didn't give me any names or specifics, but I tried to find out! So sit back and enjoy…
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Religious Trauma- Part 1
Patrick and Phillis are joined by Catey and Robin to discuss religious trauma, purity culture, and growing up in the Bible belt as a woman.
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Kink Myths
In this month's episode, we get a little down and dirty. Mistress Freak, one of the kinky individuals I know, explains to us some of the myths that she knows about Kinkdom. Plus she answers a lot of questions from Janet in HR. So come join us as we get down and dirty. And as always, if you have…
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Eclipse Bonus Episode- Subculture Wars Crossover
Join Patrick as he discusses the Twilight series (Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, and Breaking Dawn) with Jon and Robin on a new episode of Subculture Wars. Take a peek into the expanding multi-verse of TJB Production Group. No special glasses required!
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ENM/Poly
Phillis and Patrick welcome their friend Robin to discuss monogamy and ethical non-monogamy. (Producer's note: The person mentioned during the discussion gave consent for her identity to be left in.)
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ST901 Kyle Rittenhouse at U of M
Patrick and Freak discuss the impact and just pure WTF of the University of Memphis’s decision to bring Kyle Rittenhouse to speak to the students.
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2024 Kick Off!
Well, this is a new year!! And we have a brand spanking new episode for you. With the amazing new co-host Freak Nasty!!! In this episode, we are all together in one room talking about the change we want to see in 2024 for the podcast. We discuss Katt Williams, Kanye West, and Janet from HR, ideas...
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Meet Zoey!
So in this episode, we say goodbye to 2023. This year has brought about a lot of change to our swirltalk family, one of the biggest being the loss of Alex and Mary, to bigger and better things, but the show must go on!! So without further ado, I introduce you to my new cohost, the absolutely...
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Meet Robin!
In this episode, we meet my bestest best friend, Robin Haggitt. We talk Buffy and babies and why we're both so awesome!
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Spooky SwirlTalk 2023
In this episode, we get a little spooky with it!!! My boo-tactular co-host is one of the bestest friends I have. She is the first-wife in my world Robin Stevenson Haggitt. This was her first time on a pod-cast, but it certainly won't be her last. Our guest this time is the country girl who hangs...
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Patrick goes off!
Patrick made the mistake of asking Janet from HR what was on his mind. Then Janet couldn’t record. So Patrick goes off about the state of…well, lot’s of things. You know what grinds his gears? Find out!
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Meet the Pearson’s
In this episode, Janet from HR takes over the hosting duties while Patrick and his husband Robert become the guests! Sit back while Janet lives out his childhood dream of being a game show host.
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Meet Shahin!
So here we go with another new episode. It is our first episode without Alex (5& ( (wad, but instead I have the uncomparable, the incredible, Ms. Freak Nasty as my co-host. We sit down and rap with Shahin Samiei of TEP. We discuss the legislative and the laws being brought against drag performers...
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Alex’s Send Off!!
In today’s drop we discuss a new chapter of Swirl Talk 901’s journey as Alex steps down as cohost. It’s been an incredible three years, and there are many more to come, however different. Join us as we reminisce about our favorite episodes and tease what the future holds!
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Showing Our Sass: Police Brutality Against Black Bodies
‼️Watch before the episode‼️ 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRtRsyMB/ While we love to laugh, it’s important that we use our platform to discuss suffering in marginalized communities. We face another tough topic today - police brutality specifically against Black folx. Swirl Talk 901 is going...
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Meet Jon!
So here we go with another new episode. It is our 2nd one this year so hopefully this will be a trend. Alex and Patrick sit down for a little back and forth with SwirlTalk901’s new producer Jon “Janet from H.R.” Burnett. So have a listen and learn about “Janet” and why he loves SwirlTalk901 so...
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Showing Our Sass: White Savior Complex
New year - new content!! Swirl Talk 901 is back and sassier than ever! Like everyone, we’ve had a bumpy ride over the last few years. Though we have had struggles producing and releasing new material for you, we are so grateful to be back in action! We hope you enjoy our new episode “Showing Our...
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Showing Our Sass: Cancel Culture
Without further ado, we’re Showing Our Sass in this fiery conversation on Cancel Culture! Recognizing the social concept and consequences are complex, Patrick and Alex speak to what (and who) they consider cancel worthy and debate examples of local and national cancellations. We thank you again…
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Meet Taylor and Ashley
BDSM. What is it? What does it mean to the people that practice it? Join us as we ask these questions directly to two people who “eat, sleep, and breathe” it. Taylor and Ashley are deeply involved of the local Memphis Kink scene. We interview them about how they discovered their kinks, how they...
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Showing Our PRIDE!
We hope you all have enjoyed Mid-South Pride Live and In Color 2.0!! In honor of our own local celebrations and Global Pride Month, we are releasing a special Pride episode! Join Alex and Patrick as they take a trip down memory lane and recall their most memorable and impactful Pride experiences....
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Meet SAY Yang
Patrick and Alex talk to the incredible author and human being, SAY Yang! SAY is an engaging speaker on creativity, diversity, and storytelling. Their journey to coming out as non-binary and Queer in their late 30s is nothing short of captivating and inspiring. They’ve delivered talks to global...
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Showing Our Sass: This Pandemic Insanity
Patrick and Alex discuss Patrick’s stroke and how it has affected him. Mary reveals what lengths she is willing to go to to avoid singing in public. Anti-maskers who caught COVID, and generally just how insane this whole Pandemic has been. End credit music by Gmac.
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Meet Pastor Rob Van Ess
We interview Pastor Rob Van Ess of Holy Trinity Community Church in Memphis, TN about The Artist Formerly Known as Mr. Potato Head, what he has to say to anyone who does not feel welcome in God’s church, and what it means to be a Queer minister for Church hurt and traumatized people in the Deep...
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Showing Our Sass: This Election Insanity
Patrick and Alex discuss the 2020 Election and the ensuing insanity, including the Capitol Insurrection. Showin’ our sass all over the place. Come get some.
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Meet Phillis “Freak Nasty” Lewis (Part 2)
The second part of our interview with Phillis “Freak Nasty” Lewis. She is a prominent performer in the Memphis drag community, as well as the Founder and CEO of Love Doesn’t Hurt, a Domestic Violence outreach and emergency assistance program focused on the LGBTQIA community in Shelby County, TN....
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Meet Phillis “Freak Nasty” Lewis (Part 1)
The first part of our interview with Phillis “Freak Nasty” Lewis. She is a prominent performer in the Memphis drag scene, as well as the Founder and CEO of Love Doesn’t Hurt, a Domestic Violence outreach and emergency assistance program focused on the LGBTQIA community of Shelby County, TN.
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Meet our Trailer
We made a trailer! Share it with your people so they can all come join our conversation! See you at the corner of real talk and shade. This is Swirl Talk 901.
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Meet Patrick and Alex
Our first episode! Patrick and Alex will tell you all about themselves and what they hope to accomplish. A great place to start listening if you want your talk with a little swirl. Email us with comments or questions at [email protected]
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Swirl Talk 901 is a space to speak on the intersections of social justice and faith, with some sass in the mix! We’re centering the margins by showcasing the perspectives of People of Color and the Queer community. Get to know your hosts in our Pilot, then meet activists, drag performers, preachers, trailblazers, and more! Available wherever you listen to fabulous podcasts.🎙✊🏾✝️🏳️🌈🎧 [email protected](901) 264-0074Hosts Patrick and PhillisEdited, produced, engineered by Jon BurnettIntro music by Mary RobynCover Art by Allen Jones
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Swirl Talk 901 is a space to speak on the intersections of social justice and faith, with some sass in the mix! We’re centering the margins by showcasing the perspectives of People of Color and the Queer community. Get to know your hosts in our Pilot, then meet activists, drag performers,...
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