Welcome to the BFF Black Fat Femme Podcast

Smucker's Crustable Nostalgia

Catching Up with Joho

Upcoming Beyoncé Night Events

Introducing Reverend Don Abram

The Divine in Nature and Movement

Finding Spirituality in Unexpected Places

The Power of Human Connection

The Body as a Sacred Text

Ballroom as a Spiritual Home

Ballroom as Sanctuary: A Modern Black Church

The Power of Notes and Divine Timing

The Quest for Black Queer Sanctuary

Upcoming Event Promotion

The Black Church and Ballroom Intersections

Cultural Significance and Solidarity

Yes Ma'am, No Man Pam Segment

The Toll of Violence and Discrimination

Jameela Jamil's Inspiring Message

Yes Ma'am and No Ma'am of the Week

Gloria Steinem's Legacy and Intersectionality

Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Toward Pride and Dr. John Paul

Spicy Hot Takes and Final Thoughts

Social Media and Website Promotion

This week your BFF's are joined by Rev. Don Abram to reflect on navigating both the beauty (and the harm) of the Black Church. We dive into what it means to reconstruct faith beyond toxic theology and how (and why) being in community with other Black queer people should be viewed as a sacred space.

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Follow Rev. Don Abram: Instagram | Website 

This week your BFF's are joined by Rev. Don Abram to reflect on navigating both the beauty (and the harm) of the Black Church. We dive into what it means to reconstruct faith beyond toxic theology and how (and why) being in community with other Black queer people should be viewed as a sacred space.
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"The B.F.F. Podcast” gives voice to two of the leading queer, fat and Black changemakers while calling in the world to examine and understand what it means to love oneself unapologetically - in a world where loving oneself often feels impossible.

"The B.F.F. Podcast” gives voice to two of the leading queer, fat and Black changemakers while calling in the world to examine and understand what it means to love oneself unapologetically - in a world where loving oneself often feels impossible.

BFF: Black, Fat, Femme

The Body is a Sacred Text (Featuring Rev Don Abram) 

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This week, your BFF’s talk about the things no one told them about adulting and where they currently are in life. They pose a question that many of us are still trying to figure out, W.T.F. and W.T.A.F.? 

We want to hear from you! Send us an email with your thoughts/comments about the show: BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com.

Also, don’t forget to watch and subscribe on YouTube! 

Buy DoctorJonPaul's book here! 

Follow the show on social: Instagram | BlueSky | Threads | Tik-Tok | Facebook 

Follow Dr. Jon Paul: Instagram | Website | Tik-Tok | Threads 

 Follow Jordan: Instagram | Website |

This week, your BFF&rsquo;s talk about the things no one told them about adulting and where they currently are in life. They pose a question that many of us are still trying to figure out, W.T.F. and W.T.A.F.?&nbsp;
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Imma Do The Best I Can with What I GOT! 

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Welcome to the Black Fat Femme Podcast

Shoutout to the Responsible Ones

The Desire to Be a "Fuck Up"

Introducing Guest Nori Reed

Nori's Upcoming Tour and Background

Her Flowers, Not Ours: Representation for

Embracing Features Once Considered

The Power of Comedy as Truth-Telling

The Art of Holding Tension in Comedy

Connecting with Audiences Across Differences

Owning Your Identity on Stage

Owning Your Size and Stage Presence

Navigating Vulnerability and Audience

The Art of Reading the Room

Comedy, Identity, and Cultural Context

Finding Your Unique Comedy Voice

The Power of Memorable Moments

Comedy Icons and Mentors

Appreciation and Respect for Trans Comedians

Podcast Break Announcement

What's Poppin': Ed Sheeran and Macklemore

The Mountain You Would Die On

Yes Ma'am, No Ma'am, and Spicy Takes

Wrapping Up and Contact Information

The Spicy Take on Pokemon's Popularity

The Origins of Pokemon

Celebrity Collectors and Extreme Enthusiasm

Noria's Social Media and Tour Information

Social Media and Contact Information

Joe Ho's Social Media and Upcoming Events

Glee's Impact on Musical Taste

Dr. John Paul's Services and Literary Agent

Unfit Professionals Subscription and Watch

Standing by Your Bad Takes

Closing Remarks and Sign-off

This week, your BFF's sit down with the hilarious and real comedian Nori Reed to discuss how and why comedy needs to address social truths in this moment and why there needs to be more representation for ugly people. We also look at the complexities of what's happening around the event folks can't stop talking about and why KFC is better than Popeyes. 

We want to hear from you! Send us an email with your thoughts/comments about the show: BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com.

Also, don’t forget to watch and subscribe on YouTube! 

Buy DoctorJonPaul's book here! 

Get tickets to Nori's show here! 

Follow the show on social: Instagram | BlueSky | Threads | Tik-Tok | Facebook 

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 Follow Jordan: Instagram | Website | Tik-Tok

Follow Nori: Instagram | Threads | Website 

This week, your BFF's sit down with the hilarious and real comedian Nori Reed to discuss how and why comedy needs to address social truths in this moment and why there needs to be more representation for ugly people. We also look at the complexities of what's happening around the event folks can't stop talking about and why KFC is better than Popeyes.&nbsp;
We want to hear from you! Send us an email with your thoughts/comments about the show: <a href="mailto:BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com">BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com</a>.
Also, don&rsquo;t forget to watch and subscribe on <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoNjbsOPGels3DOxduxid0w&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi00oC6pfiJAxVbJEQIHTheKDsQFnoECBQQAQ&amp;usg=AOvVaw3aoTNjgFaFYUNU3LofKx49">YouTube</a>!&nbsp;
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<a href="https://www.norireed.com/tourdates">Get tickets to Nori's show here!&nbsp;</a>
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The Revolution Will Be Hilarious (Featuring Nori Reed)

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Heat Wave and Hurricane Anxiety

Celebrating Black Pride Success

Introducing Amber Cooper from Match Group

The Purpose of Past Relationships

Black Love and Dating Challenges

BLK App and In-Person Events

Lessons from Marriage and Dating

The Evolution of Listening in Marriage

Learning to Compromise and Hear Your Partner

The Challenges of Dating on Dating Apps

Navigating Black Love Without Stereotypes

The Importance of Communication in Dating

BLK App Promotion

Beyoncé's $1,000 Box Controversy

The Ethics of Celebrity Merchandise

NBR Break

Yes Ma'am and No Man Pam Segment

The 80s Nostalgia Debate

The AI Dilemma - Creativity vs. Convenience

AI's Role in Content Creation

The Value of Dupes and Smart Shopping

Wrapping Up and Call for Feedback

Spicy Hot Takes of the Week

BLK's Social Media and Content

This week your BFF's sit down with Amber Cooper from the Match Group to discuss the one thing that has everyone stressed more than gas prices: DATING + RELATIONSHIPS. We also ask a very important question that so many of us wonder in every relationship we have - is every connection meant for us to learn something? We also discuss why the BLK app is where it's at! 

We want to hear from you! Send us an email with your thoughts/comments about the show: BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com.

Also, don’t forget to watch and subscribe on YouTube! 

Buy DoctorJonPaul's book here! 

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Follow Dr. Jon Paul: Instagram | Website | Tik-Tok | Threads 

 Follow Jordan: Instagram | Website | Tik-Tok

Join the BLK APP: Instagram | Website 

This week your BFF's sit down with Amber Cooper from the Match Group to discuss the one thing that has everyone stressed more than gas prices: DATING + RELATIONSHIPS. We also ask a very important question that so many of us wonder in every relationship we have - is every connection meant for us to learn something? We also discuss why the BLK app is where it's at!&nbsp;
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We want to hear from you! Send us an email with your thoughts/comments about the show: <a href="mailto:BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com">BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com</a>.
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Thank You, Next! (Featuring Amber Cooper) 

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The Body is a Sacred Text (Featuring Rev Don Abram)

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