Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast with Bob the Drag Queen & Peppermint

Join the fabulous Miss Peppermint for the thrilling sequel of our deep dive into Capitalism. In this electrifying episode, we unveil the crucial importance of supporting Black queer-owned businesses and advocating for policies that dismantle barriers and promote equality. Our special guest, Brian Thompson, is not only a tax attorney but also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, bringing his expertise to the forefront as he guides us through the maze of capitalism, empowering Black queer individuals to navigate and thrive within this complex system. Get ready for an enlightening conversation packed with insights, strategies, and empowerment as we strive to build wealth, break down barriers, and level the playing field in pursuit of economic justice. Tune in and join the movement towards a brighter, more equitable future! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Peppermint for an enlightening exploration of capitalism in this episode, where we're joined by Dr. Nicole Truesdell (@drnicoletruesdell), an abolitionist, creative, astrologer, and anthropologist whose Ph.D. expertise sheds light on the intricate workings of societal structures. Dr. Truesdell guides us through a nuanced deconstruction of capitalism, revealing its mechanisms of control and suppression while delving into its intersections with race, gender, and sexuality, emphasizing its disproportionate impact on marginalized communities. Drawing from anthropology, she unpacks the historical and cultural roots of capitalism, inspiring listeners to envision a world liberated from its grip, where justice, equity, and collective well-being prevail. Through storytelling and analysis, she offers practical strategies for resistance and transformation, empowering us to confront capitalism's grip and cultivate alternative modes of existence rooted in community, solidarity, and liberation. Join us in this thought-provoking exploration as we reimagine our world and reclaim our agency in shaping a more just and equitable society, where all individuals can thrive free from the shackles of exploitation and inequality. Welcome to a conversation that ignites dialogue and inspires action toward a brighter future for us all. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Bob the Drag Queen and Miss Peppermint explore the theme of "Love". Tony-nominated star of Slave Play, Ato Blankson-Wood, defines what love feels like and highlights the power of finding a chosen family, AkeeLah Blu and Derek from HBO’s We’re Here describe what unconditional love looks like, Comedian Liza Dye opens up about the struggles of dating as a black lesbian in LA, Seth Michael White shares what he learned about himself through loving another, and we hear a story from a man who's chance meet-cute led to some of the deepest love he’s ever known. This episode includes renditions of excerpts of Nat King Cole’s 1948 song “Nature Boy written by Eden Ahbez as well as of the Traditional American Folk song “Johnny Appleseed as performed by Ato Blankson-Wood. Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlackQueerTownHall Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast", where themes are explored through storytelling, music, poetry, and art, with hosts Bob and Peppermint continuing their deep dive into polyamorous relationships. In this episode, they engage in enlightening conversations with two remarkable guests. First up is Deshawn Jenkins (IG & TikTok @DeShawnJenkins.Official), a multidisciplinary performance artist based in New York, sharing their transformative journey within a polyamorous triad. Then, Marisa Zimmerman (IG @loveshutterbug), a Fashion Historian and Photographer, discusses her 20-year journey of ethical non-monogamy with her husband, highlighting the complexities of raising children within this relationship structure. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast", where themes are explored through storytelling, music, poetry, and art, traversing depths of emotion and humor alike. Join hosts Bob and Peppermint as they embark on a deep dive into the world of polyamorous relationships. In this episode, they engage in enlightening conversations with two remarkable guests. First, Marco Dias (@marcoisfromvenus), aka St. Marco, a nonbinary hair stylist and poet originally from Brazil now residing in Dublin, Ireland, shares their journey of decolonization, leading to an embrace of polyamory for a more authentic way of loving and living. Then, Ianne Fields-Stewart (IG @thefreeactorvist, TikTok @lesbianneluvr), a multi-hyphenate creative at the intersection of art, activism, and pleasure, sheds light on the logistics of navigating multiple romantic partnerships while advocating for living without shame, culminating in Bob and Peppermint's own reflections on polyamorous love. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of polyamory infused with candor, curiosity, and compassion. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast", where we embark on explorations of themes using storytelling, music, poetry, and art, blending depth with hilarity. In tribute to Black History Month, our latest episode marks the second installment of our two-part series on "Historical Icons & Activists". Join your hosts Bob and Peppermint as they dive deep into the profound legacy of queer Black icons from the annals of history. From the pioneering endeavors of Angela Davis to the impassioned activism of James Baldwin and the indomitable community leadership of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, this episode promises a captivating odyssey through the lives and contributions of these remarkable figures. Tune in as we pay homage and celebrate the enduring voices that have left an indelible mark on Black and queer history. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast", where we explore themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art of all depths and hilarity. In honor of Black History Month, this week's episode kicks off our two-part series on "Historical Icons & Activists". Join hosts Bob and Peppermint as they delve into the rich legacy of queer Black icons from history. From the groundbreaking work of bell hooks to the activism of Bayard Rustin and the artistry of Alvin Ailey, this episode offers a captivating journey through the lives and contributions of these influential figures. Tune in as we celebrate and honor the voices that have shaped Black and queer history. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Town Hall returns for its third season, plunging into the turbulent waters of love and loneliness with our theme, "Lonely Hearts: Tales of Unrequited Longing & Loneliness" - perfect for Valentine's Day, whether you're cuddled up or flying solo. Grab your chocolates, roses, or simply cozy up as we serve up an array of poignant stories. From Isaac (@eye.zik), host of Chocolate: The Podcast (@chocolatethepodcast), discussing systemic racism's role in unrequited love, to Laurnie Wilson (@laurnie.wilson), a hypnotherapist, who took her loneliness and turned it into solitude, Jenks (@callmefag) reflecting on how their childhood influences their attraction toward unrequited love, and Problem Child (@problemchild_nyc), an Asexual Drag Artist, sharing their experience of feeling isolated in hypersexualized performance spaces. Tune in now for a journey through the highs and lows of human connection, exclusively on Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready to sleigh the holiday season with the festive flair of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast! Join the fabulous duo, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen, as they sprinkle some merry magic in this week's episode. 🌈 This jolly installment unwraps heartwarming tales and cherished memories from the Town Hall Team, as they dish out their most beloved holiday moments alongside Bob and Peppermint's own delightful anecdotes. 🎄✨ But wait, there's more! Brace yourself for the uproarious and side-splitting saga shared by the sensational Barbie Q, featuring a Christmas Cookies catastrophe that'll leave you ho-ho-ho-ing with laughter! 🍪😂 Bob and Peppermint are dashing through the snow of Christmas extravagance, diving deep into the enchanting realm of holiday cheer! Tune in for a yuletide celebration filled with joy, laughter, and a sprinkle of fabulousness! 🎁✨ Check out God’s Love We Deliver: https://www.glwd.org/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen conjure the Halloween spirit as they beckon forth members of their vibrant Black, Queer community to weave spine-tingling tales of the supernatural! Marcus Alan Wynn (@malanwynn), the Assistant Company Manager on THE SHARK IS BROKEN, opens the crypt to share cherished Halloween memories and ghostly encounters. Prepare to be enchanted as D'arby Rose (@darbleezy), a video virtuoso dedicated to empowering BIPOC and marginalized individuals, recounts her hair-raising ghostly encounters. Dominique Alford (@dom.j.alford), a former Marine hailing from Houston, regales us with multiple bone-chilling tales from his time in service. And, as the moon casts its eerie glow, Bob and Peppermint delve into the realm of terrifying cinema and perform spine-tingling renditions of Creepypasta stories. You won’t want to miss this spooky episode! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's enlightening episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen boldly venture into the intricate realm of Wealth. Brace yourself for a power-packed lineup of guests, starting with Brian Thompson (www.btfinancial.com), a tax attorney and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ at Brian Thompson Financial, who passionately advocates for LGBTQ entrepreneurs and delves into the pivotal importance of wealth-building. Next up, we're joined by the remarkable Dr. Nicole Truesdell (@drnicoletruesdell), an abolitionist, creative visionary, astrologer, and dreamer, as she fearlessly unpacks the art of deconstructing societal mindsets and paints a vivid picture of an emancipated world free from oppressive systems. Rounding out this stellar trio is the incomparable Maurice Harris (@bloomandplume), the artistic genius behind Bloom & Plume, who shares the profound struggles and triumphs in his journey towards building wealth in a nation historically set on disenfranchising the black community. Get ready for an episode that's as thought-provoking as it is empowering, as these brilliant voices challenge the status quo and pave the way for a brighter, more equitable future. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's riveting episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, brace yourself for an unfiltered exploration of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The vivacious Miss Peppermint and the incomparable Bob the Drag Queen embark on a heartfelt journey, bringing you stories of resilience and courage from those who have weathered the storm. Glen Hill, a 71-year-old who's navigated 38 years of living with HIV, joins the podcast to reflect on the harrowing impact of the AIDS Crisis on his LA community and the profound ways he's devoted himself to both the HIV and sober communities. Joining this candid conversation is Bob the Drag Queen's Uncle Steve, who shares his own poignant experience with HIV/AIDS and the boundless love and hope he's shared with others. And finally, Robert Evans (@robbsway86) opens up about the personal shame he had to conquer after his diagnosis at 19 and the transformative work he's undertaken within queer spaces since. Get ready for an episode that's as raw as it is inspiring, as these powerful voices shed light on a topic that's shaped their lives and the queer community at large. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen take you on a journey into the realm of intersectional feminism. Joining them is the dynamic Kori Beaman (@kay_sinae), a trailblazing Social Impact Leader and Diversity Educator, who delves into the nuances of radical versus intersectional feminism, sparking illuminating conversations and fresh perspectives. Later, educator and host of "Black To The Future Podcast," Xay De Fisher (@pinkpryncess_xay), graces the mic, discussing how trans and cis women can forge a powerful bond and cultivate an unshakable community. Prepare for an educational ride through the world of feminism, laced with plenty of laughs, and interesting stories – it's Town Hall at its finest! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen explore the topic of black queer joy. Ezra Ongongo (@br0kenb0ne333), a Gender, Race, & Indigenous Studies Student, joins the podcast to speak on the joy of discovering his non-binary, masc identity. DK Uzoukwu (@dkuzla), a Los Angeles- based writer and actor originally from Maryland whose credits can be seen on IMDB, discusses his journey of coming into his identity and finding artistic success through proudly embracing all parts of himself. And lastly, Danielle Parker (@novelsshewrote), a Young Adult Novelist whose novel ‘You Bet Your Heart’ debuted in May of this year, speaks about finding joy in grief and expresses the joy of being a mother and celebrating each unique chapter of her life. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen explore the topic of race. We then hear from Dr. David Green (@DiversityDocta), a Black Queer male feminist, social justice educator at Cal State LA, who discusses the importance of recovering and telling the rich and complex stories of Black Queer people in the United States. And lastly, Ebony Jewel (@ebanojoya), a former musician and designer originally from Los Angeles but now living in Mexico City, speaks about the difference in safety he feels as a Black man in Mexico vs. “The Divided States of America”. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen dive into the complicated topic of interracial dating. Inspired by a Twitter thread that called out black drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race for dating white people, Bob and Peppermint discuss their personal thoughts on the nuances of dating someone of a different race. We then hear from Quentin Belt (@buffydavampireslayer2), a NYC-based photographer who is known online for his very hot takes on only dating white men. Alysha Menakaya (@amenakaya), producer of the live stand-up show BIPOCalypse, joins the podcast to speak on what it’s like to be the child of an interracial relationship and discusses how her upbringing influences who she dates as an adult. And lastly, we hear from Brontez Purnell (@brontezpurnell), a Writer, Musician, Dancer and Director out of Oakland, who shares his thoughts on how race plays into sex and kink in the queer community. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Miss Peppermint and Guest Host, Producer Cory Nixon, explore what it means to be "Alternatively Black". We first hear from Cleopatra TataBele (@afrobrujx), an alt black femme punk in NYC, who leads Black and Indigenous two-spirit education programs. Cleopatra shares her experience finding community in the NYC punk scene and what it was like leaving Christianity and finding love in polyamory. Next, self-proclaimed Nerd, Jason (@_gaignun_), discusses his experience in the online gaming community and how it led him to love in Australia. S'aint Panic (@saintpanicworld), a multi-hyphenate creative working in NYC nightlife, talks about the power of connecting with others and curating the right energy in clubs. And towards the end of the episode, M. Lamar (@lamar_m_lamar), an artist who created the term “negro-gothic”, speaks about the beauty and power he has found in the gothic aesthetic and the healing power of music. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the second half of a very special two-part episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast in honor of Pride Month, Bob the Drag Queen and Miss Peppermint dive deep into the great, glittering, glamorous history of drag, with a special focus on the black queer icons who paved the way. Bob and Peppermint break down the lives and impact of legends RuPaul, Pepper LaBeija, and Willi Ninja. Bob and Peppermint also highlight each other's remarkable careers and share stories of the first drag queens they ever met in a new segment called "Queen on Queen" featuring Drag Queens Blackie-O and Mistress Formika. You won't want to miss a single second of this special episode! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the first half of a very special two-part episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast in honor of Pride Month, Bob the Drag Queen and Miss Peppermint dive deep into the great, glittering, glamorous history of drag, with a special focus on the black queer icons who paved the way. Writer, Director, and Actor of “The Real Black Swann: Confessions of America’s First Black Drag Queen”, Les Kurkendaal-Barrett, shares the powerful story of William Dorsey Swann, a trailblazer in the world of drag. Bob and Peppermint discuss New York City’s racist drag pageant system which led icon Crystal LaBeija to create “The Royal House of Labeija” where black and brown queens could showcase their talent. They also discuss The Lady Chablis' legacy and Marsha P. Johnson's fearless activism. You won't want to miss a single second of this special episode! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special bonus episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, Bob the Drag Queen and Miss Peppermint discuss Drag Bans. Peppermint highlights the work GLAAD does beyond their awards to help queer communities, Bob breaks down the drag bans sweeping parts of the country right now, and the two discuss the lifesaving benefits of drag and the recurring patterns between racism and bigotry in our country. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices