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

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

What does it mean to be authentically Black and Queer? Taking care of your mental health is hard enough in today’s current social climate, and belonging to multiple marginalized groups comes with unique challenges. The intersectionality of the Black Queer lived experience can add complexity to the pursuit of love, romance, happiness, and fulfillment. As you know, it takes a village in the modern age, and we are a part of that village. This drives the topics and stories we bring to the table on Town Hall: A Black, Queer Podcast. Let Miss Peppermint (RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 9 runner-up, Broadway Star, musician) and Bob the Drag Queen (RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 8 winner, Host of Sibling Rivalry Podcast, co-host HBO’s We’re Here) be your hosts and guides into real-life, firsthand stories and accounts from the community at large and potentially – you. Every Episode of Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, we’ll journey through a theme by sharing stories, music, poetry, and art of varying depth and hilarity. Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast is dedicated to continuing the work of the Black Queer Town Hall Organization by amplifying Black Queer voices and telling Black Queer stories. This is a Black, Queer podcast. Did we mention—it’s BLACK and QUEER? For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy

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December 18, 2024 92 mins
Welcome to Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, where we explore profound themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art—blending deep emotions with humor. In this episode, Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen examine the concept of freedom: what it means, what it could look like, and the barriers that stand in its way. Dr. Truesdell returns to the podcast to discuss abolitionism as she bridges academia and spirituality. She inspire...
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Welcome to Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, where we explore profound themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art—blending deep emotions with humor. In this episode, Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen examine the concept of freedom: what it means, what it could look like, and the barriers that stand in its way. Dr. Jon Paul sheds light on the enduring economic impact of chattel slavery, connecting historical injustices to p...
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Welcome to Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, where we explore themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art—navigating deep emotions with humor. In this episode, Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen dive into the world of kink in the Black and queer community, exploring its complexities, joys, and personal significance. Our first guest, Wolfpup Saturn, is a 34-year-old kinkster and activist from Austin, Texas. A newcomer to the ...
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Welcome to Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, where we explore profound themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art—balancing deep emotions with humor. This is part two of our Trans Joy episode, where Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen continue celebrating identity, confidence, and the power of living authentically. First, we hear from a young trans Canadian who shares their journey of self-discovery and finding confidence in...
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Welcome to Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, where we explore themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art—navigating deep emotions with a touch of humor. In this episode, Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen celebrate Trans Joy, spotlighting the creativity, resilience, and brilliance of trans artists and trailblazers. First, we meet Saturn, a multidisciplinary artist who has graced stages at Outside Lands Festival, LA Pride, a...
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Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast," where storytelling, music, poetry, and art intersect to explore today's most pressing themes with heart, humor, and depth. In this episode, hosts Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen break down the impactful 2024 U.S. Election results. Bob and Peppermint dive into Trump’s resurgence and the setbacks of the Harris campaign, unpacking how the ongoing Palestinian conflict might have shaped v...
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Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast," where storytelling, music, poetry, and art blend to explore profound themes with heart and humor. In this episode, hosts Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen dive into the complex layers of Misogynoir—the prejudice, aversion, and discrimination specifically faced by Black women. Our first guest, D’arby Rose (@darbylovesboundaries), a Boundaries Guide dedicated to empowering Black women an...
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Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast", where we explore themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art, navigating deep emotions and humor. In this episode, Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen continue to tackle the power and complexities of The Black Vote. Their first guest, Camilla, tells us how excited she is to cast her vote in her very first presidential election. Next, Jenks, a writer and abolitionist, explains why...
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Welcome to "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast", where we explore themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art, navigating deep emotions and humor. In this episode, Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen tackle the power and complexities of The Black Vote. Our first guest, Shaman (@shamantherebel), is a musician and tattoo artist based in Los Angeles who identifies as a free-thinker. Shaman shares his disillusionment with the Democ...
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This episode, as well as Season 3 in its entirety is dedicated to Bob’s beloved Mother, Martha Caldwell. "Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast" closes its third season with an episode on "New America". As the presidential election approaches, Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen share their vision for a brighter, more inclusive America. They discuss creating a country where everyone, regardless of race, gender, or sexuality, feels at...
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June 19, 2024 24 mins
"Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast" dives into the topic of Juneteenth. Join Miss Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen as they discuss the history of Juneteenth, the movement to make it a national holiday, and what this day of freedom represents in contrast to the continued enslavement many Black people faced. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlac...
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June 12, 2024 105 mins
"Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast" dives into the topic of truth and consequences. Join Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen as they explore the ramifications and punishments Black queer people often face when honest about their experiences in the workplace, at home, and in society. This episode features interviews with Gene Gragg (@pepsi_jenner), a Black and non-binary individual from San Francisco’s Lower Haight district, who shares...
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June 5, 2024 113 mins
Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast is back from hiatus, diving into the complexities of colorism. Join Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen as they explore this crucial topic. This episode features interviews with Lashawn (@love.lashaaawn), a drag queen, comedian, epic fantasy writer, and community builder proudly belonging to the Afro-Caribbean, queer, and gaming communities; Amryn (@peppermintpattytypegalpal), a visual artist, creativ...
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April 3, 2024 63 mins
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 thr...
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March 27, 2024 66 mins
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 in...
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March 20, 2024 76 mins
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,...
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March 13, 2024 78 mins
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 ...
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March 6, 2024 67 mins
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...
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February 28, 2024 36 mins
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...
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February 21, 2024 85 mins
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 Rust...
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