The Good, The Brad & The Ugly

Need a regular pick-me-up that’s legal and affordable? Join Brad Pritchett each week as he fabulously unpacks life’s baggage full of the ups, downs and all arounds. From topics of pop culture to popping pimples - the filters are off and the fun is on! Combine Brad’s spirit of LGBTQ inclusivity, a dash of an entertaining guest and a pinch of required sass and you have a recipe for your next favorite addiction. Buckle up – it’ll be a trip that’s BrAD to the bone!

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Episodes

BFFU: Wondery presents Do No Harm

Wondery (Dr. Death, Dirty John, The Shrink Next Door) and NBC News (Dateline, The Thing About Pam, Motive for Murder) present Do No Harm. The Bright family was thrust into a medical and legal system so committed to protecting vulnerable children from abuse, it failed to protect innocent parents. From the hospital room to the courtroom, we walk in the footsteps of the Bright family as they battle to keep their children and fight against a system determined to tear them apart. Listen today at: won...

Nov 10, 2020•4 min

BFFU: Moving In with Bobby Berk

Ryan & Brad are joined by ‘Queer Eye’ resident design guru Bobby Berk, who breaks down the best ways to move-in with your love and how to mix your styles (and not get divorced). If that isn’t enough, we also learn why size does matter in the design world and the guys share their new favorite (and fake) gay bars — because why the hell not! CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.ins...

Nov 04, 2020•47 min

BFFU: 2020 Halloween Special with Snooki

Joined by our friend Nicole, most call her 'Snooki,' Brad and Ryan give her a Halloween History pop-quiz. They also break-down the holiday's history, give love to our favorite costumes in herstory, and dive-into why the LGBTQ+ community loves All Hallows Eve and All Hallows Lot! CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleypritch...

Oct 28, 2020•40 min

BFFU: Wondery Presents: Dr. Death Season 2

If someone you love is diagnosed with cancer you want them to get the best treatment from the best doctors. In 2013, patients in Michigan thought Farid Fata was that doctor. Between his prestigious education, years of experience and pleasant bedside manner, Fata was everything you could want in a doctor. But he was not who he appeared to be. From Wondery, this is the story of hundreds of patients in Michigan, a doctor, and a poisonous secret. Laura Beil, returns with a second season of the award...

Oct 27, 2020•4 min

BFFU: Uplevel Your Lexicon w/ Special Guest Adam Rippon

Brad breaks down common LBGTQ vernacular, Ryan gets Pronoun 101 and stresses the importance of using correct pronouns and they are both joined by Adam Rippon to break the ice and get the dish on what’s next for him (and his beau). OH! And an all new ‘Dealing with David!' CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleypritch...

Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 11 min

BFFU: Spirits up! Bullies Bye!: Unpacking the Effects of Bullying and How a Little Spirit Goes a Long Way

Brad and Ryan dive head first in stories of bullying, and how their experiences gave them a better sense of self. Each year, millions go purple for Spirit Day to support LGBTQ youth in a united stand against bullying, and to talk more about this amazing day Brad and Ryan welcome Anthony Ramos, Head of Talent Relations from GLAAD. CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/br...

Oct 14, 2020•57 min

BFFU: Stamina vs. Endurance: How to Keep Going No Matter What the World Throws at You

Joined by special guest Michelle Buteau, this week BFFU talks through the importance of endurance through times as crazy as this. Michelle also shares how being herself, owning her individuality and sneaking a few tips from J. Lo helped her push through all the industry bull-shiz and become the fierce fire we love today. CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleyprit...

Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 8 min

BFFU: Self-Brand: Take a Stand. Be Yourself. Repeat.

This week Brad and Ryan are joined by Broadway star and author Andrew Keenan-Bolger to break down the importance of being consistent in living your truth. How do you want people to perceive not only YOU but what you do, what you stand for, and what you bring to the table? CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleypritch...

Sep 30, 2020•56 min

BFFU: Hater-ade: How to Make it, Serve it (and Also How to Kick Cancer's Ass)

Ryan and Brad share stories of being knocked down by hate and how to get back up and refunnel that energy into the driving force of what will ultimately put you back on top. Joined by their friend Jennifer Pompa, a hair guru, who shares her story of beating cancer, loosing her own hair and laughing at how whacked life can get. CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradl...

Sep 23, 2020•50 min

BFFU: Second Act: Special Guest Todrick Hall

Ryan and Brad welcome singer, actor and choreographer Todrick Hall to the BFFU campus to talk about the world of performance. Not only do they dive into why knowing yourself is half the battle but they also unpack the battle itself, and what ammunition you need to survive as a young gay man in Hollywood. CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleypritch...

Sep 16, 2020•50 min

BFFU: Model Citizen: Breaking the Rules (and How to Change Them)

The guys dive into why it's important to break the rules when you know it's for the greater good. They are also joined by Brittany Brower from America's Next Top Model fame (and Ryan's 15-year BFF), where they break down hacks to help you beat your face and how to face your own insecurities head-on. CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleypritch...

Sep 09, 2020•48 min

BFFU: Gay Married: Marriage Equality and Tips from a Real Housewife

Brad and Ryan are joined by LeaAnne Locken from Real Housewives of Dallas to talk about what they learned when planning/getting married, what they would NEVER do again and why saying 'gay married' is 'straight up silly' -- oh, and LeeAnne proves why her big day was WAY gayer than both of theirs. CONTACT BFFU: BFFUPodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/bffupodcast/ FOLLOW RYAN: https://www.instagram.com/RyBrockington FOLLOW BRAD: https://www.instagram.com/bradleypritch...

Sep 02, 2020•56 min

BFFU: Firsts: Coming Out and Standing Out

This week's BFFU is all about "Firsts." Ryan and Brad talk about tackling those growing-up gay firsts like coming out in the early 2000's, finding cities who accept everybody and share things they learned that empowered them to find power in who they are and show it to the world. Brad school's us on what's off limits for the podcast, Ryan shares when he knew moving away from home was what would keep him together and they both welcome special guest Kristi Flanders, their first bestie as out-and-p...

Aug 26, 2020•1 hr 1 min

BFFU (Trailer)

Besties for 25 years, Brad & Ryan unpack what they learned together while growing up “straight” and turning out gorgeously gay. Their mission: to teach you a thing or two about being your most authentic self, even if that means acting like someone else along the way. From love and family to playing the corporate ladder game, their stories are stacked with drama—just the way they like it. Coming Soon...

Jul 29, 2020•1 min

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