Best This Qpoc Life Podcasts (2024)

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Diosa Femme: The Queer Femme Goddess 40:49

2+ y ago40:49

40:49

Get ready for a dose of HIGH-FEMME, because host Camila Camaleón gets on the mic with the one and only Diosa Femme! Diosa talks about what it means to take ownership of her narrative and space as a queer femme goddess and how that led to the creation of Locatora Radio with her co-host, Mala Muñoz. You don't want to miss when Camilia and Diosa share…

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Building Pride: Moving Forward Unfiltered 38:50

3y ago38:50

38:50

In this episode of Color Me Queer, Host Camila Camaleón sits down with Christian Port, the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center's Vice President. Christian’s story speaks of Building Pride to innovate space and decrease health disparities for LGBTQ+ folks based in the San Gabriel Valley. Today’s unfiltered conversation delves into his personal mission i…

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When Nature Calls 22:01

3y ago22:01

22:01

In this episode of Color Me Queer, host Camila Camaleón sits down with Cassandra Tham to talk about her story and experience with community-based organizations. Learn why environmentally conscious work is important to Cassandra, and what are some simple actions that you can take to help our planet. We thank Cassandra for the sustainable development…

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Planting the Flag 31:21

3y ago31:21

31:21

In this episode of Color Me Queer, Camila Camaleón sits down with Aaron Saenz, and they discuss how the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center first started, and we also find out what Aaron learned while being in the driver's seat as the President of the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center. www.sgvlgbtq.org Aaron Saenz is one of the co-founders of the San Gab…

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Camila: She/Her/Ella/Presidenta 36:52

3y ago36:52

36:52

In this episode of Color Me Queer, Sara Acevedo sits down with Camila Camaleón, and they discuss ALL things QUEER. Listen to Camila talk about her leadership journey as a trans person of color, and her vision as the first Madam President of the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center. www.ColorMeQueer.com Camila Camaleón Pronouns She/Her/Ella President San…

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Trailer 0:22

3y ago0:22

0:22

The LGBTQ+ community in the San Gabriel Valley is widespread but welcoming. We are many people from many different walks of life and this podcast seeks to share in those differences. From QTalk Radio, and the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center, welcome to Color Me Queer This podcast is brought to you by the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center and QTalk Ra…

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2021. Wow. 44:48

3+ y ago44:48

44:48

Hello. Hi. Happy Thanksgiving. Merry Christmas. Happy Kwanza. Happy New Year. Hello new President. Hello Capitol Riots. Hi Winter. Hello Daylight Savings Time coming and going. Hello 1 year anniversary of pandemic lockdown. That's how long it has been since we made an episode. AND YET WE ARE ALIVE! Hey glory! --- Send in a voice message: https://po…

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Food and Fatphobia 32:03

3+ y ago32:03

32:03

It's the holiday season and you know what that means: FOOD! And folks complaining about how much food they're eating on how it's going to have an impact on their body/ weight etc. In this episode we explore our favorite foods and then we get into it about fatphobia and dealing with that in this world of social media gaze. Johnathan: @blasianFMA - C…

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Shady Politics 25:23

3+ y ago25:23

25:23

As we are ALL still reeling from the results of the 2020 presidential election, our QPOC fam dissects the early returns, shares how they participated in this year’s election, and discuss what the future of the political world is looking like for us. We also take time to celebrate the many LGBTQ+ folks who recently won both local and national electi…

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Bi Bi Bi (Racial) 32:09

3+ y ago32:09

32:09

This week, the This QPOC Life crew is talking about being biracial. We start off with personal stories from our lives and then pivot into Kamala Harris's identity and how we think that may or may not have an impact on voters in the 2020 presidential election. Follow us on Social Media: Johnathan: @blasianFMA Carlos: @tresfabuleux Ashley: @ashleylne…

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A Girl Like Me: A Special Interview With Peppermint 34:09

3+ y ago34:09

34:09

Peppermint is EVERYONE’S favorite flavor! On today’s episode we have an extra-special interview with the iconic, legendary, fabulous Peppermint. Known for her starring roles on Broadway and RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 9, along with being a musician and a trans activist, Pep won’t let Covid-19 slow her down. Carlos and Zach sit down with Peppermint to…

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WAP: Black Woman Empowerment 37:32

3+ y ago37:32

37:32

Gobble me, swallow me, drip down the side of me...that’s right y’all, today we are talking about none other than the Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion hit “WAP”! And as a song that celebrates Black Woman empowerment, there’s plenty to cover: the double-standard of men versus women being sexual, the debate over where the song empowers or degrades wome…

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The Swirl 30:37

4y ago30:37

30:37

Are you down with “the swirl?” This QPOC Life is BACK and ready to tackle dating across racial lines. Dating as a QPOC is tough enough, so what happens when you decide to date someone from a different race or ethnic group? Our hosts talk about the highs and lows of their dating experiences.#love #lgbt #qpoc #tqpocl #podsincolor #dating #queer #inte…

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Hello Moto(ki) ft. Motoki Maxted 37:03

4y ago37:03

37:03

This week we welcome Motoki Maxted, a multi talented content creator and all around "nice guy." In this episode we talk about Motoki's career in social media, his rise to popularity, growing up Asian in a rural and Christian area, and more. Motoki is also the host of the Exposed Podcast. GROW THE COMMUNITY If you believe in the work we are doing, i…

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Bob the Drag Queen and Performing Performance 44:17

4y ago44:17

44:17

It's a This QPOC Life summer special with none other than Bob the Drag Queen! The Black Lives Matter movement has taken center stage in the national conversation in America. And as many White people (and brands, sports teams, etc.) are “waking up” to the ills of systemic racism, we can’t help but wonder if it’s real or if it’s all for show. On toda…

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Black Voices | David: From Rage to Optimism 6:26

4y ago6:26

6:26

In this episode, the mic is passed to David, a teacher, artist, and filmmaker in Austin, Texas. David shares his experience living as a black person in America, and how Black Lives Matter, anti-racist protests, and political action happening around the world are affecting his spectrum of feelings - from rage and pain to awe and optimism. Ways you c…

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Zoom, Boom, Stuck in My Room 1:01:54

4y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

On the Season 3 Finale of This QPOC Life, we talk about the goals we set at the beginning of the season and the changes we had to make. We discuss Zoom exhaustion, Zoom bombers, and how COVID-19 disproportionately affects BIPOC. As a note: This episode was recorded prior to the homicide of George Floyd. As we march to demand justice for Black lives…

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The Legendary Legacy of Ballroom as told by Michael Roberson 1:00:03

4y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Michael Roberson discusses the ballroom community -- which drew mainstream notice courtesy of Madonna's 1990 "Vogue" video and Jennie Livingston's 1991 documentary Paris Is Burning -- and its ability to unify traditionally excluded individuals. These self-made families forge bonds that span a lifetime and has developed into a global subculture. He …

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I Am Not My Hair 40:41

4+ y ago40:41

40:41

You, dear listener, might have wavy, curly, coily, or kinky hair. TODAY, we're talking about the obsession with our hair. Not our own obsession with our hair, #TeamNatural. Rather, the obsession non-POC seem to have with touching our hair. You probably had a variation of this conversation at least once in your life: “I just love your hair! It’s so …

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Ask Ashley! Black and Lesbian in Corporate America 26:18

4+ y ago26:18

26:18

Working a corporate gig can be complicated and political enough. Now add being POC to the experience. Okay, now add being queer. NOW, add being a woman. Today, Carlos is flying solo with a special guest, Ashley Nesby. Ashley shares her experience as a black woman and a lesbian navigating her way through the corporate world. She also shares her comi…

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Letting Go of Toxic People 34:34

4+ y ago34:34

34:34

Leaning in (and leaning over) to 2020, you might be examining your relationships and grappling with people who are toxic in your life. The blurring edges between social media and real life don't make that a walk in the park. As the conversation about "cancel culture" heats up, is it okay to cut those people from your life? The Core Four dive pretty…

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This is 2020 30:48

4+ y ago30:48

30:48

We’re This QPOC Life and this is... 2020! The core four are back with a self-care check-in and setting our intentions for a new decade. Carlos gets mixed and mingled, Johnathan gets bit by the travel bug, Jo Lee breaks shackles, and Zach is here with a prophecy. GROW THE COMMUNITY If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, beco…

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These QPOC Dice (A Dungeons and Dragons Extravaganza) 36:02

4+ y ago36:02

36:02

The Core Four are joined by the illustrious Raffy Regulus. It's Carlos's first time rolling the d20s. For vets like Johnathan, Zach, and Jo, it's still an adventure we didn't expect. Raffy takes us on a Dungeons and Dragons adventure as only a QPOC could. What twists and turns await our aspiring adventurers? What lurks in the forgotten places of Wa…

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Rice Queen, Potato Queen - It's Just a Preference! 30:40

4+ y ago30:40

30:40

This week Johnathan interviews Steven Wakabayashi, about racial fetishization in Gay Asian dating practices. GROW THE COMMUNITY If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons. Subscribe to (and rate) the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify! Follow This QPO…

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The Boy Who Kicked the Beedrill's Nest 33:41

4+ y ago33:41

33:41

This week Johnathan interviews Steven Wakabayashi, content creator and mindfulness guru known, lately, for his response to Queer Eye Japan. GROW THE COMMUNITY If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons. Subscribe to (and rate) the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast…

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What's in a Name 31:54

4+ y ago31:54

31:54

This week the QPOC crew discusses names, dead names, and the role social media plays in either affirming individuals who do not go by the names on their government documents or how those social media giants act as hurdles to people who have moved on from that chapter of their life. GROW THE COMMUNITY If you believe in the work we are doing, invest …

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Werqplace Violence 36:15

4+ y ago36:15

36:15

Acclimatizing to workplace culture can already be a tricky thing to navigate. That's especially true in corporate culture. The whole crew attended an LGBTQIA+ event that Zach put together. The panel brought folks together sharing different experiences as far as their ability to self express at work. This had us thinking about what it's like being Q…

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Thanks for Trans Awareness 20:31

4+ y ago20:31

20:31

As we step into Transgender Awareness Month, please remember that trans allyship is ongoing, every day of the year. Do the work. We dedicate this episode to the memory of trans women of color whose lives were taken from them in 2019. Dana Martin, Jazzaline Ware, Ashanti Carmon Claire Legato, Muhlaysia Booker, Michelle “Tamika” Washington, Paris Cam…

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The Great(est) Pumpkin 35:41

4+ y ago35:41

35:41

It's the final week of scary pumpkin season! We get into a discussion about scary movies and all things spooky. The crew has lots to share on self-care this week. Jo Lee's perspectives are changing, Zach is pulling through, Carlos drops a word, and Johnathan starts new routines. The whole QPOC gang wishes you a fabulous and safe Halloween! Pull som…

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Let's Get Freaky 32:13

4+ y ago32:13

32:13

As Halloween month continues, the crew is ready to explore their freaky sides. Sex can be a scary conversation for some, especially for queer and trans people of color. There can be shame attached to our experiences. Sometimes, we don't have all the information. Messaging we receive as young people has consequences. In the age of internet hookups, …

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Hello from the Other Side 40:27

4+ y ago40:27

40:27

Spooky Season continues as we delve into the seasonal traditions of just some of our QPOC ancestral worship. The spread of Christianity through colonization has reshaped spiritual culture for many people of color. In many cases, especially for African Americans, it's meant the outright erasure and rejection of those traditions. GROW THE COMMUNITY I…

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Fear in Space 29:08

4+ y ago29:08

29:08

This week, the Credibility Crew tackle the topic of "safe space". Specifically, we discuss the lack of virtual and tangible spaces for nonbinary People of Color. Externally, it's easy to find language about "brave space", but where can nonbinary people turn to address their fears and concerns? Zach seems tongue-tied. Johnathan's getting the casting…

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Ghost Stories and Spooky Tales 35:33

4+ y ago35:33

35:33

Ghosts? Gargoyles? Witch books!? October means everyone’s favorite spooky time of year. Halloween is coming which got us to thinking about ghost stories. The gang shares their experiences getting ghosted (and being the ghost). We also talk about ghosting on platonic friends. What are your ghost stories? Johnathan feels better, #ThisKetoLife gives Z…

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The Oblong Boys: Better than the Beatles (and Way More Zolo) 40:59

4+ y ago40:59

40:59

"Life is Meaningless," said The Oblong Boys, Austin's weirdest and most zolo band ever. In this episode, I talked to Oblong A, Mr. E, Pat A. Physics, and Lockemup about how The Oblong Boys were spawned, the concepts behind their unique brand of music and performance, and their late night guerrilla escapades. Think DEVO meets the Residents meets Fra…

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Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall 24:10

4+ y ago24:10

24:10

To our new listeners, HELLO! We're happy you're here. To our returning listeners, get ready get ready! Season 3 of The Award Winning This QPOC Life starts off with a reintroduction to the core crew, catches up with their Summer shenanigans and looks to the 2019-2020 season. As things begin to change, some things remain the same. Get ready, get read…

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From Ninja Turtles to Youtube 20:11

5y ago20:11

20:11

YouTube has dramatically changed my life and creative process in the last 2 years. Here are 3 powerful and important methods you can use to can grow your YouTube channel and social media presence — and, most importantly, your HEART. Get ready to make your soul super swole. (That should be a shirt...) Music in this episode is from my album “Obscurio…

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Glow Up, Show Up, Ho Up 1:02:05

5y ago1:02:05

1:02:05

The Season 2 Finale sees a whole bunch of people in our little ole studio reflecting on the past season (both show and personal). Keep us in your hearts throughout the Summer and we'll see you some time in September! Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our P…

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The Dramatics 58:37

5y ago58:37

58:37

There has been so much drama in the atmosphere lately. From James Charles to Game of Thrones, sit back and relax as we chat it up. Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons. Subscribe to (and rate) the Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Sp…

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Freewriting for the Grieving wEirDo 12:04

5y ago12:04

12:04

What is freewriting and how can you benefit from it? Does it help with grief? In this episode, host Ben Aqua discusses how freewriting influenced his grieving process after experiencing a profound loss and becoming a young widow. Ben also recites a few whimsically intimate, bizarre pieces from his freewriting journal. Let's add some Absolutely Nons…

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Queens and Princes 59:31

5y ago59:31

59:31

We're joined by special guest, Ianne Fields Stewart, of Topics Include, our dawtah podcast. We talk about pronouns, the stage adaptation of Prince of Egypt, The Battle of Winterfell on Game of Thrones, and Mixed-ish. Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our P…

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Identity Politicked 1:00:26

5y ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Whew chile, a lot was said this time.... Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons. Subscribe to (and rate) the Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify! Follow This QPOC Life on Twitter: @thisqpoclife Join our Discord channel here: http…

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The Golden Jubilee 1:07:00

5y ago1:07:00

1:07:00

It's a double celebration! With your help, This QPOC Life brought home BRIC's B Free Award for People's Choice in time for our 50th episode. It's a very special Golden Jubilee. Thank you to all our listeners, patrons, and friends for an incredible display of love and support. We couldn't do this without you. Thanks for including us in your lives an…

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Why is Art Important? 17:34

5y ago17:34

17:34

In this 1st ever (proper) episode of Absolutely Nonsensical, host Ben Aqua and special guests discuss art and why it's important. Follow Ben Aqua: Youtube: http://youtube.com/b3naqua Instagram: http://instagram.com/b3naqua Twitter: http://twitter.com/b3naqua Buy some stuff in the Ben Aqua shop: http://benaqua.shop Tag @b3naqua #absolutelynonsensica…

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Issa Setup! 57:57

5y ago57:57

57:57

Hot off the heels of a GRUELING 3 weeks of performance arts activities, the crew are back to talk about everything from self care, to Trans Day of Visibility, to Jussie Smollett, Kim Burrell, and Summer goals. Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons.…

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White Vessel or A History Of Black Youtube Content Creators 1:16:56

5y ago1:16:56

1:16:56

In this week's episode, Johnathan and Darien aka XY Powerpop aka Nigreaux from the internet ponder why Black Queers often end up dating White men. They also chat about their own histories with Black Queer Youtube, the rise of social media, the encounters they've had along the way, their influence, and their continued works. Grow the Community If yo…

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Tonedeaf 1:09:38

5+ y ago1:09:38

1:09:38

Tonedeafness comes in many forms... Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons. Subscribe to (and rate) the Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify! Follow This QPOC Life on Twitter: @thisqpoclife Join our Discord channel here: https://d…

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Beautiful Gowns 52:34

5+ y ago52:34

52:34

In this episode we welcome back Mary Martha and we talk about the Oscars. Grow the Community If you believe in the work we are doing, invest in our success, become a Patron on Patreon! Thank you to all our Patrons. Subscribe to (and rate) the Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify! Follow This QPOC Life on Twitter: @thisqpoclife Jo…

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Grillz and Billz 59:49

5+ y ago59:49

59:49

Hand tattoos and Rent has the Fab Four talking about grillz and billz. Johnathan goes under the knife, Zach does the BIG chop, Carlos is ready for ghostbusters, and Jo Lee don't dance now. Today, we get into it about Beyoncé asking fans to go vegan, Ariana's tattoo faux pas, RENT Live, and the GayVN's. We also discuss Cory Booker's presidential bid…

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Simple and Clean't 1:01:03

5+ y ago1:01:03

1:01:03

We're flying without Carlos and Zach this week, but Johnathan and Jojo bring the dynamics and the duo. Johnathan talk about win-wins and Jo Lee makes the face melt. We cover a lot in this episode. Kingdom Hearts 3 is being released, new works by POC to celebrate, Kamala Harris is running for POTUS, and you're never too young to wear MAGA hats. We a…

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Commander in McChief 55:22

5+ y ago55:22

55:22

2019 is off to a blazing start and leaving us gagged. You know we had to talk about the Commander in McChief serving McDonald's at the White House. (Does that make it the White Castle?) This leads us into a discussion about wealth, decadence, and spending. Johnathan goes super-saiyan, Zach tucks for the first time, Jo Lee gets into them coins, and …

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