Together Real Bad

In this episode, we talk about boundaries within relationships—how to say no without guilt, how to stop being passive when you really mean “no,” and how to build emotional safety so honesty doesn’t feel like rejection. We break down real-life examples (intimacy + tiredness, overwhelm and household tasks, going out boundaries), and how past relationship experiences can shape how you communicate today. We also touch on therapy, proce...

Welcome back to Together Real Bad—your Chicago-based WLW relationship podcast where we keep it real about love, life, and building together.

This episode is a full life update: our Denver birthday trip (food, scooters, and a first-ever NFL game) Trying snowboarding at Winter Park (humbling, hilarious, and painful in the right ways) navigating grief and family reality after a sudden loss and why we’re locking in on boundaries so we ...

In this heartfelt episode of Together Real Bad, Ace and Beautifulll dive into what it really means to give yourself permission — to grow, to rest, to want more, and to stop asking for approval that you never needed in the first place.

From coming out stories and healing through therapy to learning when to let go of friendships, this episode explores the freedom that comes when you finally tell yourself, “It’s okay.”

💬 Topics We Co...

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In this episode of Together Real Bad, Ace and Beautifulll get real about the ups and downs of navigating emotions in relationships. 💭❤️

We share personal stories—yes, even our little flag football tiffs 🏈—to show that your emotions are valid, e...

**YALL, WE ARE SO SORRY, WE DIDN'T PUBLISH THIS EPISODE TWO WEEKS AGO!! WE NEGLECTED TO UPLOAD IT HERE, BUT HERE IT IS AND IT IS ON YOUTUBE, YOU WILL HAVE 2 EPISODES THIS WEEK! ENJOY!!**

In this week’s Together Real Bad episode, Beautifulll & Ace dive into the real question behind sharing your location with your partner: Is it about love and safety—or control and possessiveness?

From past relationships filled with sneaky Snap...

In this episode of Together Real Bad, we dive deep into what happens when exes spin the block. From an old flame asking about a “pass,” to a wild dream about becoming our baby daddy, to a surprising threesome proposal—this week brought it all.

We open up about the respectful, the messy, and the off-limits, while breaking down how queer couples navigate trust, boundaries, and unexpected interactions with people from the past.

If you...

This week, we dive deep into the messy, beautiful, and sometimes dangerous world of queer PDA (public displays of affection). From debates about what’s “appropriate” to the very real risks of holding hands in the wrong neighborhood, this episode is as raw and real as it gets.

We open up about our own experiences—navigating affection in front of kids, parents, church communities, and even at work events. How much of our hesitation i...

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In this raw and vulnerable Patreon episode, Beautifulll & Ace dive deep into relationship responsibility, emotional triggers, and real-life stressors, all while keeping their signature mix of humor and honesty.

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In this  episode of Together Real Bad, we dive deep into how generational communication habits in Black families impact our adult relationships—both romantic and platonic.

Beautifulll and Ace share stories from their childhood, how they were raised to handle (or avoid) conflict, and what it’s like navigating communication with family as out, queer Black women. From unspoken tensions and "what happens in this house stays in this hou...

In this episode of Together Real Bad, your favorite queer couple podcast dives into what happens when you mix travel, friends, and relationship expectations. Beautifulll and Ace get vulnerable about a recent trip to New Orleans — and how a birthday vacation quickly turned into a lesson on boundaries, communication, and prioritizing your partner.

💬 They discuss:

• How to navigate travel with friends vs. travel with your girlfri...

In this episode of Together Real Bad, we’re diving into the deep end of what love, gender energy, and fluidity actually look like in our relationship. From surprise birthday letters and edible arrangements in New Orleans to unpacking who “wears the pants” at home, we're getting real about how we show up for each other in ways that break the mold.

We get personal about:

Why labels like “stud” or “femme” don't fully fit us—and how we...

This exclusive Patreon video episode gets into the real, real of what it means to build (and keep building) a long-term relationship. Beautifulll shares what it’s like to be in her longest relationship ever, and Ace reflects on lessons from two 8-year loves. The talk growth, communication, triggers, and how to stay soft when life (and your ex) tried to harden you.

In this episode:

• Posting your partner for the first time 😳

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In this episode of Together Real Bad, Beautifulll and Ace open up about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of launching their new business venture together — Jem Junkies. From working the Black Boy Art Show in Chicago to building a brand that blends beauty and culture, the duo shares what it’s really like to start a business with your partner.

They talk about:

• 👩🏾‍❤️‍👩🏽 The real behind mixing love and entrepreneurship

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In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to really come out — not just once, but in layers. Inspired by a touching DM from a listener in London and a major coming out moment with family, we peel back the curtain on the fears, family dynamics, social media choices, and joy that come with showing up fully as yourself.

✨ Inside:

• Funny & frustrating bed-making battles

• A Mother's Day coming-out story (with a twist!)

• B...