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Episodes

Sept. 10, 2022

QSOM S6: The Queens of Queens Pt. 1

Marquis leads the gurls in this week's show highlighting the death of Queen Elizabeth, exploring Uganda's Gay King Mwanga II of Buganda. Make sure to follow QSOM on Instagram and visit our website to get info on events, promotions, special episodes and more! QSOM is produced by QueerMinded and broadcast by Radio Free Brooklyn.
Aug. 20, 2022

QSOM S6: We Been Knew! Pt. 1

Some of our legends couldn't be themselves, but fortunately the road is easier for some now due to those who paved the way. In part 1 the gurls discuss the adorable Zaya Wade and the big step her parents took for her, and why Queen Marsha Warfield said what she said about Luther Vandross getting outed. The gurls are joined in the studio by singer/performer Jayse Vegas sharing his latest updates in Part 2. Make sure to follow QSOM on Instagram and visit our website to get info on events, promoti...
Aug. 20, 2022

QSOM S6: We Been Knew! Pt. 2

Interview and music from Jayse Vegas
Aug. 13, 2022

QSOM Brunch with Imani VanZap Pt. 2

The gurls are joined by the incomparable Imani VanZap in the studio discussing all the hot topics and more. Imani is known for her amazingly hilarious social media duets and live videos, has a line of fabulous merchandise, and is taking the world by storm. In Part 2, we speak with the mastermind content creator and Imani's nephew, Erik Dillard. Erik talks about how he brought Imani to life, what his creativity comes from and more. Make sure to follow QSOM on Instagram and visit our website to g...
Aug. 13, 2022

QSOM Brunch with Imani VanZap Pt. 1

The gurls are joined by the incomparable Imani VanZap in the studio discussing all the hot topics and more. Imani is known for her amazingly hilarious social media duets and live videos, has a line of fabulous merchandise, and is taking the world by storm. Learn more about Social Media's #1 Auntie in this special episode. Make sure to follow QSOM on Instagram and visit our website to get info on events, promotions, special episodes and more! QSOM is produced by QueerMinded and broadcast by Radi...
Aug. 6, 2022

QSOM Summer Dance Party 2022 Pt. 2

Join the gurls as they gather for a summer dance party in this special edition of QSOM. We also talk about the odd experience of getting the MPV vaccine.
Aug. 6, 2022

QSOM Summer Dance Party 2022 Pt 1

Join the hosts of QSOM as they spin their favorite tracks and discuss the growing MPV spread across the country.
July 30, 2022

QSOM Summer Remix Part 2

Micah leads this lookback on QSOM best segments, with an interview with Bushwick Daily Publisher Alex Meeker. Make sure to follow QSOM on instagram @QSOMNYC and visit our website to keep up to date with all things Queer State of Mind.
July 30, 2022

QSOM Summer Remix Part 1

Take a listen to this remix episode of QSOM shows of the past with the girls weighing in on the threat to same sex marriage, Love and Hip Hop silliness and more.
July 17, 2022

We Come in Cycles

In this episode, the gurls celebrate the last week of Pride Month. We discuss the release of Beyonce's Break My Soul and why we love house music and how it affects us as queer Black people, the repeal of Roe v Wade by the Supreme Court and the fallout and consequences, Pride, and we highlight a friend of the show who recently won an Emmy.
July 16, 2022

Getting Ourselves Right (maybe) Part 2

Exploring Wellness with Kiara Imani and Jay Pabon
July 16, 2022

Getting Ourselves Right (maybe) Part 1

MPV, Abortion & Azealia's Bop
June 24, 2022

Celebrating Black Joy (with sprinkles of Shade)

It’s all about experiencing Black joy this Juneteenth weekend, as Deron, Saidue and Chris kiki about pop culture and nostalgia, while Orie checks in via Bronx Pride. The crew also pays tribute and celebrates the birthday of dear friend Jeremy McLoyd who passed away a year ago.
June 17, 2022

Pride FULL

In this episode, the gurls are split between the studio and on location for Brooklyn Pride! They are joined by musical guest LEONE and discuss the attempted murder of Supreme Court Justice Brett Cavanaugh, Rebel Wilson coming out of the closet, and updates on the festivities at Pride. LEONE debuts his new EP and we hear some of the new tracks.
June 17, 2022

Happy Pride 2022!

In this episode, the gurls are joined by friend to the show Justin Blakey and Reginald Barnes from B-Boy Blues. They discuss the death of Julio Ramirez, Mayor Adams marching in the pride parade in NYC amid protests, and an in-depth interview with Reginald discussing his play, B-Boy Blues which recently premiered on Bet+ and is directed by Jussie Smollett.
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May 26, 2022

Who all gon be there?

In this episode, the gurls are joined by former co-host Terron Austin. We do the world premiere of his new song and discuss his touring with Erykah Badu, celebrating Notorious B.I.G.'s birthday, Oklahoma banning abortion at fertilization, something we want to do for summer including what we bring to the cookout, and monkeypox.
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May 22, 2022

Spring Awakenings

In this episode, the gurls are joined by special guests Olivia Durfey and Alec Meeker. They discuss a new trans X-men character, birthdays, and Alec shares his work with local journalist outpost, The Bushwick Daily. The gurls also get a surprise guest!
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April 28, 2022

And What We Not 'Gon Do...Is THAT!

In this episode, the gurls are joined by friend to the show Justin Davis. They discuss Janelle Monae and gender identity, the return to office and commuting in NYC, and spring cleaning and what we are cleaning out of our lives.
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April 23, 2022

The Crying Game

In this episode, the gurls discuss the subway shooter, the case of Ed Buck and sentencing, and handling situations where white people hit on Black people and how we react.
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April 14, 2022

Cry For You

In this episode, the gurls are joined again by Atinuke Adebowale (@tinuadebowale). They discuss birthday celebrations, what happens when friends don't show up for one another, how we can do better for each other, and being ready for love.
April 7, 2022

Nigerian Girl

In this episode, the gurls are joined by Atinuke Adebowale (@tinuadebowale). They discuss Nigeria, the slap heard round the world, Lupita Nyong'o's reactions, and what makes a good person.
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April 1, 2022

Lush Life

In this episode, Marquis takes the reign moderating for the first time. They discuss the latest with Ukraine and Black refugees, Jussie Smollett's release from jail, Lia Thomas, and define what lush life is for each of the hosts.
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March 24, 2022

She is Free

In this episode, the gurls are all together for a special therapy session! They discuss Abbott Elementary, the release of Jussie Smollett, astrology, emotional intelligence, how we present ourselves at work, and the pros and cons of being popular.
March 20, 2022

The Women

In this episode, the gurls do a musical show. They talk shop including musical theatre, voices, and Ukraine.
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