E3 Radio creator and Queer News podcast host Anna Deshawn joins Janaya to discuss the first season of WETV's Brat Loves Judy reality series featuring rapper Da Brat and her partner Jessica. Plus, Janaya shares an unexpected reality TV show that she's come to love.. even though the cast isn't very diverse. Felt like something was missing from this conversation? Message us on social media with your thoughts! Please leave a review on the Apple Podcasts app to ensure you see more episodes of The Fem...
Jan 21, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Even in queerness, many folks struggle to be honest about their attraction to men and how it has changed as they've evolved as people. Earlier this year, friend of the show Yemko got real about how compulsory heterosexuality made it difficult for her to be honest about her no-attraction to men. She realized she wasn't pansexual, she's lesbian. Even Kehlani has a similar revelation recently. Things got REAL. Here we discuss why many queer folks struggle to be honest about complexities in their at...
Dec 10, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Here we are again, talking about The L Word: Generation Q , but this time in full force. Y'all know I wasn't too keen on the first iteration of the show so this week we're joined by Santierra , a friend, PR professional , Columbus, Ohio native and lover of The L Word, including its first run that started in 2004. This week we're diving deep into what we've loved, hated, and didn't particularly care for in the Generation Q reboot in Season 1 and Season 2. Get ready for a wild ride. This is a long...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Season 3Ep. 3
"I don't dream of labor" has become a widely popular statement online since the start of the pandemic. With many unable to return to work for safety concerns, other being laid off, and others simply walking away from jobs due to being overworked, many people are reimagining their relationship to work at large. This week Janaya speaks with Nancy Sánchez Tamayo , a femme Chicanx transdisciplinary artist, educator, curator, dj and spiritual healer from Back of the Yards, Chicago. Did we miss someth...
Oct 08, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Have you heard someone say " Bisexual men are just gay ." 🥴 Yikes, we have too. In honor of Bisexual Awareness Week , we're talking to musician and Ph. D student Andre about his experience as a bisexual man navigating how to be his authentic self in a world that refuses to acknowledge the sexual fluidity of Black men. Ignorance is not bliss, beloveds. Let's do better! Felt like something was missing from this conversation? Message us on social media with your thoughts! Please leave a review on ...
Sep 24, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Do your friendships with other queer people hit a lil' harder than your friendships with straight people? Or do they feel the same? This week I'm introducing you to one of my closest friends Saaji , who is a writer, artist, podcaster and more! We get into the nitty gritty of friendships, how all chosen family don't stay "chosen family" 🥴, and the best ways to assess if your lack of friends may actually reflect how you show up in friendships. Have any thoughts on friendships with queer folks tha...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Is marriage a priority for you or is long-term partnership enough? Maybe neither? Is this unique to queer people? The Femmecast is SO excited to welcome media professional and social entrepreneur Anna Deshawn as our FIRST guest host! This week we discuss why there are queer folks who don't prioritize marriage as much as others, and we reflect on the latest season of Netflix's Master of None, titled Moments in Love. Because like many other parts of life, marriage isn't a walk in the park. Have th...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Your partner of two weeks already has a dresser and toothbrush at your place? Babes... you might be on track for a U-Haul situation. This week Janaya & Kia realize they aren't as free from U-Haulin' relationships as they thought. Plus, they investigate why U-Hauling has a bad rep, and if it's even a bad thing at all. Have thoughts? Message us on Instagram and please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Queer Musicians of Color Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/1mXhNIclKe6Ix0GvG9K4kS --- Music...
May 21, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Do you have a type when it comes to dating? We all have some kind of preference when it comes to attraction but have you ever unpacked that sis? Is there really such a thing as healthy preferences? Does body type really play a role in attraction? Janaya and Kia unpack their own queer dating preferences and discuss why it is important to keep an open mind, especially in the LGBTQ+ community. Queer Musicians of Color Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/1mXhNIclKe6Ix0GvG9K4kS --- Music produced by ...
May 07, 2021•52 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Are partnered social media influencers wrong for posting their children online before they can knowledgeably consent? What role do queer couple influencers have in furthering larger conversations on LGBTQ+ identities , if they should have any role in that at all? Do we as queer folks have anything to gain from queer couple influencers on social media? Janaya and Kia discuss it all, and then some. What are your thoughts on queer couple influencers? Queer Musicians of Color Playlist: open.spotify....
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Ask us how much we loved oversharing about our sex life in this episode? We LOVED it! We talk about everything from Queer Sexual Education, to strap-on Etiquette, to our favorite sex toys that make our lives so much more interesting. We also discuss Lil Nas X and his recent escapades. Tune in for our spiciest episode yet. Send us any of your favorite toy recommendations or episode suggestions! Kia's Sex Toy Recommendation (Not an Affiliated link, just sharing the wealth sis): https://www.womaniz...
Apr 09, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The United States' healthcare system? Trash. It's even worse for us marginalized folks. This week Janaya & Kia discuss the difficulties finding affordable and accepting spaces to receive health care in medical and mental health fields. Have resources to share? Email or DM us on social media so we can share with all who listen. Queer Musicians of Color Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/1mXhNIclKe6Ix0GvG9K4kS --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on I...
Mar 26, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode, Kia & Janaya dissect Lee Daniels’ The United States vs. Billie Holiday movie. This Hulu Original Biopic is set in the 40s, centering the late, great Billie Holiday. Join us as we discuss the portrayal of this black queer musician and let us know what you think of the movie on Twitter, Facebook, or via email. Queer Musicians of Color Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/1mXhNIclKe6Ix0GvG9K4kS --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Ins...
Mar 12, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 3
How do you remember being introduced to queerness in music? Katy Perry? 🥴 Yeah.. us too. Janaya & Kia reflect on queer baiting, the progress of queer artists in the music industry and all the ways the music industry could be supporting LGBTQ+ artists much, much more. Click here for a treat—and support queer musicians (aka stream, and buy, their music). Queer Musicians of Color Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/1mXhNIclKe6Ix0GvG9K4kS --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud...
Feb 26, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 2
... and we back. Janaya & Kia discuss the 2020 holigay films they loved, hated, and didn't care for; how to not be sad on Valentine's Day; and understanding queerness as a single person vs. understanding queerness as a partnered person. Is there a difference? Regardless.. queerness is infinite! Teaser playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1mXhNIclKe6Ix0GvG9K4kS?si=4PNQJR_bSQ6GOxcIZ8thoA --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femm...
Feb 12, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We don't need to tell y'all how trash 2020 has been. This is what we would've told our pre-pandemic selves if we knew what we know now. Thank you for supporting us on our first season! Please share this show with your friends this holiday season and PRETTY PLEASE stay safe. See you in 2021! Love, Janaya & Kia --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst. Email us for advertising rates at femme...
Nov 20, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Queer spaces are always special, but queer parties are on another level. What's the queer party scene like in your city/town? Message us on Twitter or Instagram and we'll shout you out next episode! --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst. Email us for advertising rates at femmecastpodcast@gmail.com....
Nov 09, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Good queer film & TV feel like a dime a dozen, especially for us black gays! Janaya & Kia run through the cinema they love, hate, and are in-like with. Are we sleeping on great queer movies and tv? Message us some of your faves on Twitter or Instagram. --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst. Email us for sponsorship rates at femmecastpodcast@gmail.com....
Oct 23, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 8
We're just finding our own way. Let's let folks find what works for them, without judging. --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst.
Oct 09, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Can you turn the queer off when you're on the clock? --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst.
Sep 25, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 6
DATS MY TYPE, NIGGA DATS MY TYPE! -Saweetie There are so many "types" in the lady pond. Janaya & Kia share their track records and all the types they're still trying to get to know. Think we missed some folks? Message us on social media and let us know! --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst....
Sep 11, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 5
We're tired of going in and coming out of the closet for folks who aren't ready to accept that we're gay. One day we'll lock the revolving door for good. --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst....
Aug 26, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Survey says... dating is trash. But, maybe not so much for everyone? We don't fucking know. --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst.
Aug 05, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Oop– ya biphobia is showing. Yes, we're bisexual. And yes, we date women, forreal forreal. --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst.
Jul 22, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Janaya & Kia discuss looming feelings of a lackluster Pride 2020, how The Femmecast was born, and what the two see and don't see it for in Black, queer media. Related Links: 'Will I find Pride in 2020?' in Zora Mag by Janaya: https://zora.medium.com/will-i-find-pride-in-2020-27d1bdb91925 Chicago Black Drag Townhall Clips : https://www.twitch.tv/dragmatinee/clips?filter=clips&range=30d --- Music produced by Tano. Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecas...
Jul 08, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to The Femmecast! Meet hosts Janaya & Kia. -- Music produced by Tano . Follow @GoTano on Soundcloud. Follow The Femmecast on Instagram at @femmecastpodcast and Twitter at @femmecastpodcst.
Jun 24, 2020•2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
