Grizzly Kiki | Pop Culture & Interviews With Queer Artists

"I have walked this earth, Black, Queer, and HIV positive, but no transgressing against me has been as powerful as the hope I hold within" ~ Mykki Blanco (Born 1986) On this episode, we talk Q.U.I.L.T.B.A.N.G., a more inclusive acronym for the queer community; the NYPD's official apology for the Stonewall Riots; & Madonna's "Dark Ballet" music video, featuring queer rapper Mykki Blanco as Joan of Arc. In this week's Keto Korner, we share two of our new favorite recipes from Headbanger's Kitchen & Sweet As Honey. Check out the recipes below. Headbanger's Kitchen "Almond Flour Pancakes" Sweet As Honey "Kale Pizza Crust"

"I'm not a party gay, I'm a homebody. A homosectional you could say." ~ EGCreation On this episode, we talk about Queens Pride & how to find the best pride events in NYC. To check out some amazing events during the month of June, check out the the links below to articles from Gothamist & The New York Times: Where To Celebrate Pride Month In NYC (Gothamist) Pride Events: Here's How to Celebrate (The New York Times) Since we love being at home, we also provide some tips on how to celebrate Homebody Pride with some of our favorite LGBTQ-themed movies!

SPOILER ALERT: If you have not watched the finale of Game of Thrones, TURN BACK NOW! On this episode, we welcome, Queen & J., the hosts of "Tea with Queen and J." to the Grizzly Cave. After a 3-hour long pre-podcast kiki, we got to business & dissected the final season & series finale of Game of Thrones. Doing what they do best, these "two womanist race nerds" helped us delve deep into the conversation surrounding race and optics in GOT.

"Camp is...the love of the exaggerated, the 'off,' of things-being-what-they-are-not." ~ Susan Sontag On this episode, we bring you our review of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's latest Costume Institute exhibition, "Camp: Notes on Fashion." Drawing inspiration from Susan Sontag's seminal 1964 essay, "Notes on Camp," the exhibition explored the ways in which designers have employed camp sensibility in the creation of their haute couture garments & accessories. While it is the first Costume Institute exhibition to explicitly center homosexuality in the presentation of the works, it is a dated conservation that generally excludes the contributions of Queer POCs. Our discussion of the exhibition focuses on this erasure, our favorite pieces, and a lesson in etiquette for museum visitors. We also discuss the most recent attacks on reproductive rights, which are proposing the implementation of the most oppressive restrictions since the early 20th century. To find out more about the impending abortion bans and how to participate in protests, donate to grassroots organizations, or become an abortion-clinic escort, check out THE CUT's article, "How to Protest Extreme Abortion Bans Across the Country."

"One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art." ~ Oscar Wilde The "First Monday In May," "Party Of The Year," & "Met Gala" are all names for New York City's most exclusive social event. Each year, the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute throws a grand affair to celebrate the opening of its Spring exhibition & raise money for the department. Held to inaugurate the exhibition, "Camp: Notes on Fashion," the 2019 Met Gala dress code was "Studied Triviality," challenging attendees to compete for the spotlight in the campiest creations ever seen on the steps of the Met. Join us as we discuss our favorite looks from this year's Met Gala, why we think they best adhered to the theme of the exhibition, and which looks fell a bit short. In this week's Keto Korner, we share a delicious recipe for No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake, courtesy of Headbanger's Kitchen.

"I Was Feeling Sexy, So I Started To..." On this episode, we talk about taking a more active role in caring for our health & how to be supportive in the workplace during times of crisis. We also discussed "News That Makes You go 'Hmmmm...'": A soldier fell into a volcano while trying to get a "better" view; a man from the U.K. has a peculiar fetish involving horses; spilled gravy got an Iowa man into hot water with the Geek Squad; & Chemsex Survival Kits are providing people with safer ways to indulge in their sexual activities. In the Keto Korner, we rave about a new recipe we discovered for Keto Bagels from Low Carb Yum. NOTE: for the bagel recipe, we used superfine almond flour instead of coconut flour. Simply replace one part coconut flour with four parts superfine almond flour.

Caution, Spoilers Ahead! On this episode, we celebrate our 7-year wedding anniversary; review Ryan O'Connell's Netflix series, "Special"; & talk about the new PBS documentary, "State Of The Art," featuring our dear friend from Latinos Who Lunch, Favy Fav! We also talk about an update from one of our listeners. Keep those questions & messages coming!

"Mirror, mirror on the wall, don't say it ’cause I know I'm cute" On this episode, we celebrate Lizzo's new album "Cuz I Love You," with a track-by-track review. The album is an unabashed declaration of self-love, power, & independence, while simultaneously affirming that being vulnerable does not negate one's own strength. This message is conveyed through eleven beautifully written & produced tracks that we are obsessed with. We also introduce some new segments this week; Keto Corner & I'm So Excited. Listen to find out how we are progressing on our Ketogenic journey & what we are into this week.

These Fashions Were Farm Fresh & Organic! On RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 Episode 7, the 9 remaining Queens get into quick drag for a potato sack race where they have to showcase their best boobography. For the Maxi Challenge & Runway, Alyssa Edwards pays a visit to coach the girls on how to walk the walk in their Farm to Runway looks and perform in a country breakfast dance routine for RuPaul. Many of the eco-conscious organic looks would no doubt have been sustainable, while others were single-use only! Joining us on this episode is Pinche Queen!

Travis Wall Is Sooooooo Dreamy! On RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 Episode 6, the Top 10 Queens practice Galisthenics with the Jane Fonda of drag, Love Connie, and perform in free-style floor programs for the Draglympics. In the end, was it Team Tuckpantistan or Team Glamazonia that won the gold? In keeping with this week’s Olympics-themed challenges, the Runway was “All That Glitters.” The Queens sauntered down the main stage clad in 24 karat couture and blinded us with their solid gold looks. Joining us on this episode are the hosts of The Shade Parade podcast, Viki Villainess & Ari Kiki! Come back every Monday for our unsolicited opinions about each episode!

Witch Please! On RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 Episode 5, the Queens transform themselves into living dolls for the Mini Challenge, the Ra'Jah vs. Yvie drama continues, and Nina shares an emotional life experience in "Untucked." The Maxi Challenge/Runway this week is The Monster Ball.  The Queens are tasked with serving three unique Halloween-inspired looks on the runway: Trampy Trick-or-Treater, Witch Please!, & Monstress I'd Like To Freak Realness. Come back every Monday for our unsolicited opinions about each episode!

Yvie Was Robbed! On RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 Episode 4, the Queens perform in "Trump: The Rusical," a hilarious Grease parody about the Trump administration. With the past few seasons falling flat in the "Rusical" department, "Trump: The Rusical" was a refreshing change of pace. On the Runway, the 12 Queens sound the alarm in their brightest Orange Alert looks! Joining us on this episode from The Tony Soto Show is Rachael Sanders! Come back every Monday for our unsolicited opinions about each episode!

Cue The Whistle Tone! On RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 Episode 3, the Queens split into groups to create televangelist-themed diva worship talk shows. Replete with church hats and hymns of praise, each show was hell bent on converting non-believers to the church of Britney Spears & Mariah Carey! On the Runway, the 13 Queens boogie oogie oogied in their finest fringe! Come back every Monday for our unsolicited opinions about each episode!

"Beyoncé What?" On RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 Episode 2, the Queens split up into groups to perform in parodies of "Black Panther" & "Get Out." The final products were funny, yet problematic, and one team was clearly in the lead. Will it be Team Silky's "Good God Girl, Get Out!" or Team Brooke's "Why It Gotta Be Back, Panther?" to be awarded Best Picture? On the Runway, the 14 Queens look to the stars for inspiration for their "What's Your Sign?"-themed couture. Some of the looks were out of this world, while others barely made it off the ground. Joining us on this episode is Favy Fav, Co-Host of Latinos Who Lunch and Host of The Art People Podcast. Come back every Monday for our unsolicited opinions about each episode!

Off To The Races! After a very Very VERY short off-season, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 premiered this past week. On what was one of the most action-packed premieres to date, we were introduced to 14 new queens and re-acquainted ourselves with Season 10 viral sensation, Miss Vanjie! During the premiere, the Queens had to hold their own in photos with past Drag Race contestants; Miley Cyrus was sent undercover into the Werk Room; and Silky Nutmeg Ganache gave us reality show gold as she vied for the attention of every camera. For the first runway, the Girls had to create looks based on the contents of steamer trunks "belonging" to Queens from previous seasons. Joining us on this episode is the one and only Queen of Shade herself, Miz Jade! Come back every Monday for our unsolicited opinions about each episode!