Just Drawz - The Podcast

Subscribers new and old, welcome! We present to you moments from 2025 and our third season. If you've missed something, and want to go back, this is the bonus episode for you!00:16 - Let's Talk About Sex -00:38 - And Then There Were Two -00:26 - Inauguration Aggravation -01:11 - Tips for Navigating the Dating Scene - 01:29 - Infidelity and Dishonesty in Gay Relationships - 02:22 - International Gay Travel - 02:41 - A Matter of Faith - 03:18 - Infidelity and Dishonesty in Gay Relationships - 03:35 - Losing Our Same Sex Virginity - 03:56 - The Six Stages of Dating - 04:37 - Serving Vulnerability Realness - 05:27 - Performative Queerness - 05:57 - Unsolicited Advice 2 - 06:27 - Uncommon Common Sense - 07:37 - Bonus Questions and Answers - 08:14 - Gaying Over 40 - 08:47 - Unfriended - 09:53 - Thanksgiving 2025 Special - 10:39 - Christmas 2025 Special -We also have our Performative Blackness episode and DMC's solo episode from this season as well!______________________________Listen to Our Fall 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. III [Fall 2025]⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Apple Music⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, authenticity, accountability, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, identity, childhood, platonic relationships, self-perception, chosen family, support, misunderstanding, peace, LGBTQIA, platonic, men and women, healing, protection, boundaries, guarding, heart to heart,_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA

Happy Holidaze!It's our third Christmas show and this year, we discuss some of our holiday traditions, the significance of gift-giving, and how we spend Christmas Day. What's the first decoration to go up? What are our favorite holiday themed movies and shows? And would we wear matching pajamas with our significant others? From food to what Christmas means to us, we talk about that and more! “Just… Deck The Drawz”______________________________Listen to Our Christmas 2025 Playlist:Happy Holidaze - A Playlist from Just Drawz The PodcastYouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtzbcOhWeiHAGEVtYuDLp7NcSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4J3SYvmGGS1vT4t7KhFGpf?si=jvNvNOFXRxCP8CmRNZjVHgApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-happy-holidaze-vol-i-2025/pl.u-MDAWv8qTevJMemSpotify Exclusive Continuous Version:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1NdDczd0UySYCZAwz8kTN8?si=eb0b6b9527eb4fae_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemceeJeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Christmas, holiday traditions, gift giving, family time, Christmas movies, decorations, holiday spirit, Christmas gifts, Christmas activities, Christmas locations, Christmas, gifts, nostalgia, holiday traditions, music, food, family, reflections, regifting, adulting, relationships, identity, safe spaces, personal growth, LGBTQIA+,LGBTQ, LGBTQIA, gay, Black gay men_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA #gayconversations #Christmas #holidaytraditions #giftgiving #familytime #Christmasmovies #decorations #holidayspirit #Christmasgifts #Christmasactivities #Christmaslocations #gifts #nostalgia #holidaytraditions #music #food #family #christmastime #holidaycheer #2025

This show, DMC and Jeff wrap up the “Performative” series with “Performative Blackness” having already covered Performative Masculinity and Performative Queerness. We explore the concept of performative Blackness, discussing its historical roots, contemporary interpretations, and personal experiences with identity. Then delve into the expectations and stereotypes associated with being Black, the impact of social media, and the nuances of language within the Black community. We touch on cultural appropriation and the challenges of explaining Black culture to others, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and reflection in navigating these complex topics. The dialogue also touches on interracial relationships and the societal expectations surrounding Black identity, ultimately emphasizing the importance of embracing one's authentic self without the need for performance.“Just… Acting Black”_______________________________Takeaways: Performative Blackness is a dynamic and socially constructed identity.Historical performances often relied on stereotypes and distorted representations.Contemporary Black performers use their art to resist racism and explore identity.Code-switching is a common experience for many black individuals in different spaces.Social media can amplify performative aspects of identity.Language and vernacular play a significant role in cultural expression.Cultural appropriation raises questions about appreciation versus exploitation.Proximity to Blackness can influence how individuals express their identity.Authenticity in Blackness can be a feeling rather than a definition.Navigating spaces of Blackness can vary based on comfort levels.Rejecting respectability politics is crucial for authenticity.Blackness is expansive and encompasses a wide range of experiences.Our Blackness does not need to be validated by others.______________________________Listen to Our Christmas 2025 Playlist:Happy Holidaze - A Playlist from Just Drawz The PodcastYouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtzbcOhWeiHAGEVtYuDLp7NcSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4J3SYvmGGS1vT4t7KhFGpf?si=jvNvNOFXRxCP8CmRNZjVHgApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-happy-holidaze-vol-i-2025/pl.u-MDAWv8qTevJMemSpotify Exclusive Continuous Version:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1NdDczd0UySYCZAwz8kTN8?si=eb0b6b9527eb4fae_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemceeJeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:performative Blackness, identity, cultural appropriation, social media, Black culture, activism, stereotypes, language, personal experiences, historical context, Cultural Identity, Blackness, Interracial Relationships, Authenticity, Shared Experiences, Cultural Practices, Identity, Race, CommunitySame gender loving, SGL, , , se, family, personal growth, self reflections, identity, self-perception, cultural differences , identity, personal growth, LGBTQIA+,LGBTQ, LGBTQIA, gay, Black gay men_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #selflove #personalgrowth #LGBTQIA  #gayconversations #queerissues #gayconversations #samegenderloving #SGL #authenticity

It’s Thanksgiving week, family! And we recorded an episode about food and our relationship with it. But the conversation took a little bit of a shift as we ended up talking about body image and social media. Let’s call it a ‘side’ to the entree of our main conversation. This is an expanded show that runs a little bit longer than we normally go for one sitting but we think this dish is best served hot and complete. _______________________________Takeaways: Social media can significantly impact self-image.Early food memories can affect what we like and don’t like as adults.Pound cake, peach cobbler, and banana pudding are soul food stables.Likes on social media can serve as a form of validation.There is a noticeable difference in engagement between innocent and provocative posts.People may seek motivation from the validation they receive online.Social media can create a cycle of seeking approval through likes.Understanding this dynamic is crucial for mental health awareness.Awareness of these patterns can lead to healthier social media habits.______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:⁠https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gU⁠Spotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490d⁠Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem⁠_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemceeJeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, toxic masculinity, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, masculinity, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, masculinity, vulnerability, identity, childhood, role models, shame, self-perception, cultural differences, mental health, family dynamics, colorism, queerness, support, legacy, relationships, identity, safe spaces, personal growth, LGBTQIA_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA #gayfem #masc4masc #fem4fem #mascformasc #gayconversations #thirstrap #queerissues #masculinity #Thanksgiving #engagement #socialmedia #engagementfarming #gayconversations

Darius and Nikki continue their revealing conversation about their decades long friendship. Witness recovery and healing in action through their conversation with heartfelt moments, laughter, and new understanding of each other. "Just... Unfriended: Part 2"_______________________________Takeaways: Friendships can endure long periods of silence and still reconnect.Consistency in communication is vital for maintaining friendships.Life changes can impact friendships significantly.Understanding each other's perspectives can lead to healing.Mourning the loss of friendships is a natural process.Self-reflection helps in recognizing one's role in relationships.Family dynamics can shape how we approach friendships.It's important to express love and appreciation regularly.Time spent with friends creates lasting memories.Vulnerability can strengthen the bond between friends. It's important to gauge situations based on individuals, not past experiences.Communication is key to understanding expectations in friendships.Expressing love and appreciation is crucial for maintaining relationships.Self-discovery is a vital part of personal growth and healing.Quality of friendships matters more than quantity as we age.Men often struggle to express vulnerability and emotions.Losing friends can be a painful experience that isn't often discussed.______________________________Listen to Our Fall 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. III [Fall 2025]⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple Music⁠⁠_______________________________Guest:Nikki:https://www.instagram.com/nikkinicole78/Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, authenticity, accountability, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, identity, childhood, platonic relationships, self-perception, chosen family, support, misunderstanding, peace, LGBTQIA, platonic, men and women, healing, protection, boundaries, guarding, heart to heart,_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA

In this episode, Darius and Nikki, one of his oldest friends, explore the complexities of long-term friendships, focusing on their own relationship that has spanned over 40 years. They discuss the challenges of maintaining connections through life changes, the importance of communication, and the process of mourning friendships that have faded. The conversation highlights the significance of consistency, self-reflection, and vulnerability in nurturing relationships, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of each other's perspectives and the value of time spent together. _______________________________Takeaways: Friendships can endure long periods of silence and still reconnect.Consistency in communication is vital for maintaining friendships.Life changes can impact friendships significantly.Understanding each other's perspectives can lead to healing.Mourning the loss of friendships is a natural process.Self-reflection helps in recognizing one's role in relationships.Family dynamics can shape how we approach friendships.It's important to express love and appreciation regularly.Time spent with friends creates lasting memories.Vulnerability can strengthen the bond between friends. It's important to gauge situations based on individuals, not past experiences.Communication is key to understanding expectations in friendships.Expressing love and appreciation is crucial for maintaining relationships.Self-discovery is a vital part of personal growth and healing.Quality of friendships matters more than quantity as we age.Men often struggle to express vulnerability and emotions.Losing friends can be a painful experience that isn't often discussed.______________________________Listen to Our Fall 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Fall 2025]⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Apple Music⁠_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, authenticity, accountability, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, identity, childhood, platonic relationships, self-perception, chosen family, support, misunderstanding, peace, LGBTQIA, platonic, men and women, healing, protection, boundaries, guarding, heart to heart,_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA

On this show, Jeff and DMC explore the experiences of being Black gay men over 40, discussing the evolution of their social lives, dating dynamics, and sexual experiences. They reflect on how their perceptions of self and body image have changed over the years, the impact of club culture on social interactions, and the role of confidence in their sexual lives. The discussion also touches on the importance of connection and community, physical health, and mental health care. They discuss setting boundaries in relationships and their aspirations for the future _______________________________Takeaways: Being gay after 40 can bring new perspectives and experiences.Social lives can expand with age and self-acceptance.Finding a supportive community is crucial for personal growth.Body image issues can persist but evolve over time.Clubbing culture has shifted significantly over the years.Younger men often seek older partners, changing dating dynamics.Confidence plays a key role in sexual experiences as one ages.Sexual enhancement drugs can be fun but are not always necessary.Self-perception impacts social interactions and relationships.The importance of living in the moment and enjoying experiences.Physical health becomes a priority as we age.Mental health care is essential for overall well-being.Comfort in life is a key aspiration for many.Aging does not mean the end of opportunities.Self-care practices are vital for health.Future aspirations can drive personal growth.______________________________Listen to Our Fall 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Fall 2025]YouTube MusicSpotify Apple Music_______________________________Hosts:DMC:https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemceeJeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, toxic masculinity, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, masculinity, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, masculinity, vulnerability, identity, childhood, role models, shame, self-perception, cultural differences, mental health, family dynamics, colorism, queerness, support, legacy, relationships, identity, safe spaces, personal growth, LGBTQIA_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA

The conversation continues between DMC, Jeff, and guest DeMarco Majors on the complexities of growing up as Black, same gender loving males. They explore themes of vulnerability, identity, and the impact of societal expectations on self-perception. They discuss early awareness of sexuality, the influence of family dynamics, and the role of cultural differences in shaping masculinity. The conversation highlights the importance of role models in the LGBTQ community and the challenges of navigating shame and performative masculinity. Through personal stories and insights, they emphasize the need for authenticity and connection to one's body and identity. In this conversation, the speakers delve into their personal experiences with family dynamics, colorism, and the journey of growing up queer. They discuss the importance of support systems, the impact of societal expectations, and the legacy they wish to leave behind. The dialogue emphasizes the need for safe spaces within the community and the significance of understanding one's identity in relationships. Be sure to check out Part 1. _______________________________Takeaways: Growing up gay often involves navigating shame and confusion.Early awareness of sexuality can be complex and nuanced.Cultural differences significantly impact perceptions of masculinity.Performative masculinity can be a survival mechanism.Exploring one's body and identity is essential for personal growth.Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. Family dynamics can shape personal choices and relationships.Support from family and friends is crucial for personal acceptance and growth.Creating safe spaces is essential for marginalized communities.It's important to acknowledge and address the struggles of others in the community.______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:⁠⁠https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gU⁠⁠Spotify:⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490d⁠⁠Apple Music: ⁠⁠https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem⁠⁠_______________________________Guest:DeMarco:⁠https://www.instagram.com/demajors/⁠Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, toxic masculinity, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, masculinity, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, masculinity, vulnerability, identity, childhood, role models, shame, self-perception, cultural differences, family dynamics, colorism,, support, legacy, relationships, identity, safe spaces, personal growth_______________________________

Guest DeMarco Majors, joins DMC and Jeff for a discussion on the complexities of growing up as Black, same gender loving males. They explore themes of vulnerability, identity, and the impact of societal expectations on self-perception. They discuss early awareness of sexuality, the influence of family dynamics, and the role of cultural differences in shaping masculinity. The conversation highlights the importance of role models in the LGBTQ community and the challenges of navigating shame and performative masculinity. Through personal stories and insights, they emphasize the need for authenticity and connection to one's body and identity. In this conversation, the speakers delve into their personal experiences with family dynamics, colorism, and the journey of growing up queer. They discuss the importance of support systems, the impact of societal expectations, and the legacy they wish to leave behind. The dialogue emphasizes the need for safe spaces within the community and the significance of understanding one's identity in relationships. The term, “Same Gender Loving” was first coined by activist Cleo Manago. Read more about the significance of SGL here: https://web.archive.org/web/20131015005535/http://bmxnational.org/faqs/what-is-same-gender-loving/_______________________________Takeaways: Growing up gay often involves navigating shame and confusion.Early awareness of sexuality can be complex and nuanced.Cultural differences significantly impact perceptions of masculinity.Performative masculinity can be a survival mechanism.Exploring one's body and identity is essential for personal growth.Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. Family dynamics can shape personal choices and relationships.Support from family and friends is crucial for personal acceptance and growth.Creating safe spaces is essential for marginalized communities.It's important to acknowledge and address the struggles of others in the community.______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:⁠https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gU⁠Spotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490d⁠Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem⁠_______________________________Guest:DeMarco:https://www.instagram.com/demajors/Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Same gender loving, SGL, vulnerability, healing, self-discovery, toxic masculinity, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, masculinity, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, masculinity, vulnerability, identity, childhood, role models, shame, self-perception, cultural differences, family dynamics, colorism,, support, legacy, relationships, identity, safe spaces, personal growth, _______________________________

Who inspires us? Who do we think is cute? Find out on this special bonus episode! Shout out to ATL Basement Studios for hosting this session and their production assistance. https://www.instagram.com/atlbasementstudio/_______________________________Takeaways: Recognizing compatibility earlier rather than later is key. Self-esteem plays a significant role in dating and attraction.Catfishing and misrepresentation is still and issue.It's essential to learn from each dating experience, whether good or bad.Navigating ex-relationships requires clear communication and boundaries.First dates should be low-stakes to foster genuine connections.Planning dates around mutual interests can enhance the experience.Understanding dating etiquette can help avoid awkward situations.______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:⁠https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gU⁠Spotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490d⁠Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem⁠_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:dating, relationships, catfishing, dating experiences, dating tips, self-esteem, ex-relationships, dating etiquette, memorable dates, dating advice_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp  #dating #talkingstage #datingadvice #gaydating #gayconversations

We are back in the studio! This show, our conversation heads into the world of dating. We share our personal experiences with both good and bad dates. Should you end a date early? Do you know when there’s a “spark?” Why do people catfish with all of the technology we have to prove we are who we are?  We talk about the lessons we’ve learned and how to have an enjoyable time!“Just: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Dating”Shout out to ATL Basement Studios for hosting this session and their production assistance. https://www.instagram.com/atlbasementstudio/_______________________________Takeaways: Recognizing compatibility earlier rather than later is key. Self-esteem plays a significant role in dating and attraction.Catfishing and misrepresentation is still and issue.It's essential to learn from each dating experience, whether good or bad.Navigating ex-relationships requires clear communication and boundaries.First dates should be low-stakes to foster genuine connections.Planning dates around mutual interests can enhance the experience.Understanding dating etiquette can help avoid awkward situations.______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gUSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490dApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:dating, relationships, catfishing, dating experiences, dating tips, self-esteem, ex-relationships, dating etiquette, memorable dates, dating advice_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp  #dating #talkingstage #datingadvice #gaydating #gayconversations

We welcome Anjeleigh back to JustDrawz as she and DMC explore the perplexing world of common sense—or the lack thereof. From personal anecdotes to societal observations, they discuss why common sense seems to be a rare commodity these days. Expect laughter and a touch of chaos as they have a candid conversation through topics like education, healthcare, and the quirks of everyday life."Just... Uncommon Common Sense"_______________________________"The Last of the Sunkist Soda" - ⁠https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_EbOK-TOxrwb-DTl1R2X2q0e6hn0ioXO/view?usp=sharing⁠ _______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. 2 [Summer 2025]YouTube Music:⁠https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtxSzuDtZyKL8WbGnacTPykO⁠Spotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4hARKFatEu385YaxfPwlr5⁠Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-ii/pl.u-XkD04oLtBxRPBA⁠_______________________________Guest:Anjeleigh: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/anjeleighpart1/Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:common sense, friendly conversation, medical help, mental health, education, book smarts, street smarts, _______________________________#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #advice #askreddit #dearabby #help #advicecolumn #asktheelders #gayconversations #justdrawz_______________________________#JustDrawz

We are concluding this edition of Unsolicited Advice with some sexy topics. Selfies. Bath houses. Plain sex. We're giving our take on what we would do if put in the situations presented by some redditors. Take our advice if you want to... results not guaranteed. We are not telling you what to do... just what WE would do. Like our advice? Want us to do this again? Let us know in the comments!Or hit us up at AskJustDrawz@gmail.com! "Just.. Unsolicited Advice 2 - Part 2" _______________________________Listen to Our Summer 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. 2 [Summer 2025]YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtxSzuDtZyKL8WbGnacTPykOSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4hARKFatEu385YaxfPwlr5Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-ii/pl.u-XkD04oLtBxRPBA_______________________________Guest:Terico: http://⁠www.linktr.ee/terico29⁠Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:advice, podcast, unsolicited advice, dining alone, gay friendships, attraction, gym crush, weight loss, dating, personal growth, mental health, weight loss, self-image, confidence, gay culture, body positivity, health, dating, selfies, public nudity, vanilla sex_______________________________#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #advice #askreddit #dearabby #help #advicecolumn #asktheelders #gayconversations#justdrawz_______________________________#JustDrawz

Once again, we found some random people looking for help on a few subreddits and we are giving our takes on what we would do in these situations. We were not asked. We just did it. It's Unsolicited Advice! We're tackling how to deal with friends trying to push up on your man, a Black guy working on finding other Black men attractive, approaching that gym crush, and how to go about a fitness journey. This time, we are joined by Terico!Take our advice if you want to... results not guaranteed. We are not telling you what to do... just what WE would do. Like our advice? Want us to do this again? Let us know in the comments!"Just.. Unsolicited Advice 2" _______________________________Listen to Our Spring 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:⁠https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gU⁠Spotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490d⁠Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem⁠_______________________________Guest:Terico: www.linktr.ee/terico29Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:advice, podcast, unsolicited advice, dining alone, gay friendships, attraction, gym crush, weight loss, dating, personal growth, mental health, weight loss, self-image, confidence, gay culture, body positivity, health, dating, selfies, public nudity, vanilla sex_______________________________#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #advice #askreddit #dearabby #help #advicecolumn #asktheelders #gayconversations#justdrawz_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA #gayfem #masc4masc #fem4fem #mascformasc #gayconversations #gendertheory #queerissues #masculinity #masc4masc #queer4queer #femme #butchqueen #gayconversations #judithbutler

In this episode, we dig into performative queerness—how queer identity is expressed, curated, and sometimes judged in today’s world. We talk social media, authenticity, fast fashion, family dynamics, and the pressure to perform for both online and offline audiences. It’s a real conversation about identity, expression, and the power of being true to yourself—even when the world’s watching.  We wrap up with ways one can unlearn and check one’s own performativity as well. “Just… Unclear for Queer”Shout-out to Judith Butler: Queer performativity is rooted in her work where she argued that gender is not something one is, but something one does through repeated acts. When we put that in terms of queer theorising, it is about delinking gender, sex and sexuality (Lind, 2009) by showing that these elements do not have a linear relationship to each other based on biology. So, for the purpose of this episode, we wanted to address what her work in ‘gender performativity’ means for queerness today.Lind, A. (2009). Governing intimacy, struggling for sexual rights: Challenging heteronormativity in the global development industry. Development, 52(1), 34-42._______________________________Takeaways: - Queer identity is constructed through behavior, not fixed by nature.- Social media shapes—and often pressures—how queerness is presented.- Authenticity is essential, but hard to maintain in curated spaces.- Style and self-expression are valid forms of queer identity.- Family, community, and social dynamics impact how we show up.- Unlearning performance can lead to more honest, grounded queerness._______________________________Listen to Our Spring 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gUSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490dApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Keywordsvulnerability, healing, self-discovery, toxic masculinity, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, masculinity, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, _______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #LGBTQIA #gayfem #masc4masc #fem4fem #mascformasc #gayconversations #gendertheory #queerissues #masculinity #masc4masc #queer4queer #femme #butchqueen #gayconversations #judithbutler

We welcome Joshua Cruz to the show in a discussion on vulnerability, healing, and the impact of toxic masculinity on emotional expression, particularly for Black and brown gay men.  We discuss the importance of self-discovery during, the journey of unlearning negative self-perceptions, and the role of chosen family in personal growth. Joshua shares his experiences with vulnerability, the challenges of online criticism, and the significance of embracing one's softness. "Just... Serving Vulnerability Realness with Joshua Cruz"_______________________________Takeaways: Vulnerability is often seen as a weakness, but it is actually a strength.The pandemic forced many to confront their inner struggles and traumas.Unlearning negative self-perceptions is crucial for personal growth.Toxic masculinity can hinder emotional expression and connection.Journaling is a powerful tool for self-discovery and understanding.Chosen family plays a vital role in supporting one's healing journey.It's important to set boundaries while remaining open to emotional connections.Healing does not mean you are broken; it means you are brave.True love comes from being your authentic self.Facing your truth is essential for personal growth._______________________________Listen to Our Spring 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gUSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490dApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem_______________________________Hosts:Guest:Joshua:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaFWXTq-HYR5TmWoiAij2ywhttps://www.instagram.com/joshuamichaelcruz/reels/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@joshuamichaelcruzDMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________Keywords:Keywordsvulnerability, healing, self-discovery, toxic masculinity, emotional strength, mental health, LGBTQ+, black and brown men, chosen family, personal growth, masculinity, queerness, self reflections, self improvement, self love, success, influence, _______________________________#justdrawz #blackpodcast #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #selflove #success #masculinity #queerness #liberation #personalgrowth #healing #mentalhealth #lgbtq #lgbtqia #gayconversations

The Talking Stage timeline debate from Twitter and X was too irresistible for us not to tackle on Just Drawz. We break down the progression of dating in to six stages. Is your "Talking Stage" another man's "Dating Stage?" Let's align on what these mean and provide our perspective and give you some of our personal stories. "Just... The Six Stages of Dating"_______________________________Takeaways: Every stage of this dating journey has its own lessons.Some people are milestone based while others are chronological based for progression.It's important to communicate openly about feelings and expectations.Respecting each other's space is crucial in a relationship.Understanding your partner's love language can enhance the relationship.Labels in relationships help define boundaries for others.There is no perfect timeline for relationships; it's about what works for you. _______________________________Listen to Our Spring 2025 Playlist:The Just Drawz Podcast Presents: Cheekz & Beatz Vol. I [Spring 2025]YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwLZ43_C5MK5NDZtu49A_mg&si=qclBkWFenao4M9gUSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2dkJDkB8ekDK1Rc4s8bZtw?si=aec470a275b2490dApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-cheekz-beatz-vol-i/pl.u-MDAWvo6uevJMem_______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠Jeff:⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠_______________________________

Make sure you catch Part 1!This conversation concludes with this episode. We're talking about sex education for queer people, the aftermaths of our transitions from "straight" to gay, and throw it back a bit to when we came out."Just... The First Time Part 2"_______________________________Takeaways: Everyone has a unique first time story.First sexual experiences shape our understanding of intimacy.Myths about sex can lead to confusion and anxiety.Learning about sex often starts with media exposure.First encounters can be awkward and unplanned.Expectations around sex can vary greatly among individuals.Vulnerability is key in discussing personal experiences. Many people do not receive proper sexual education from their parents.School often serves as the primary source of sexual knowledge for many.Open conversations about sex are crucial for healthy development.Sex education should encompass emotional intelligence alongside physical aspects.Experiences with sexual partners can build confidence over time.Navigating relationships can be complex, especially in the LGBTQ+ community.The stigma around discussing sex can hinder open communication.Hookup culture varies greatly among individuals and their experiences._______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠Jeff:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠⁠_______________________________sexual experiences, first time stories, vulnerability, relationships, LGBTQ, myths about sex, personal stories, intimacy, self-discovery, sexual education, LGBTQ+, relationships, intimacy, coming out, sexual experiences, confidence, advice, hookup culture, emotional intelligence, virginity, gold star gays, gay virginity_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #firsttime #virginity #goldstargay #puberty #sexed #sexeducation #gayvirginity #blackgaytalk #gayconversations

We're talking about our first sexual experiences, our personal stories, societal myths, and the evolution of intimacy.  We share some of our humorous experiences, misconceptions we were told about sex, and discuss the impact of our first... entanglements and our current perspectives. This is a candid and insightful conversation about our youth and our sexuality."Just... The First Time"_______________________________Takeaways: Everyone has a unique first time story.First sexual experiences shape our understanding of intimacy.Myths about sex can lead to confusion and anxiety.Learning about sex often starts with media exposure.First encounters can be awkward and unplanned.Expectations around sex can vary greatly among individuals.Vulnerability is key in discussing personal experiences. Many people do not receive proper sexual education from their parents.School often serves as the primary source of sexual knowledge for many.Open conversations about sex are crucial for healthy development.Sex education should encompass emotional intelligence alongside physical aspects.Experiences with sexual partners can build confidence over time.Navigating relationships can be complex, especially in the LGBTQ+ community.The stigma around discussing sex can hinder open communication.Hookup culture varies greatly among individuals and their experiences._______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠Jeff:⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠_______________________________sexual experiences, first time stories, vulnerability, relationships, LGBTQ, myths about sex, personal stories, intimacy, self-discovery, sexual education, LGBTQ+, relationships, intimacy, coming out, sexual experiences, confidence, advice, hookup culture, emotional intelligence, virginity, gold star gays, gay virginity_______________________________#JustDrawz#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #applepodcasts #youtubepodcast #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #fypシviralシfyp #firsttime #virginity #goldstargay #puberty #sexed #sexeducation #gayvirginity #blackgaytalk #gayconversations

In this episode, Darius opens up about the real meaning of blood family versus chosen family, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. He reflects on childhood experiences, growing up as a quiet, chubby kid with Sears Toughskins jeans, and how early lessons in independence and self-discovery shaped his understanding of family.From navigating college life and finding his tribe, to challenging old-school beliefs about identity, Darius shares personal stories about building lasting connections with his chosen family—those who offer unconditional support, understanding, and love without judgment.Along the way, using humor, honesty, and heart, he explores the boundaries, blessings, and even the bittersweet goodbyes that come with growing and evolving relationships."Just Thoughts: Blood VS Chosen Family"_______________________________Takeaways: Blood family shares your DNA, but chosen family often shares your soul.Friendships and chosen connections require intentional care and sometimes tough boundaries.Growth often means re-evaluating who has access to the most personal parts of your life. Just because someone is blood doesn't mean they automatically get a backstage pass to your life.Not everyone you lose was meant to stay—and that's okay.Community isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a need for survival and thriving, especially for marginalized folks.Love, loyalty, and understanding can come from unexpected places—and those bonds can be just as strong (if not stronger) than blood ties.Chosen family often sees the real you before you even fully recognize yourself.It's okay to compartmentalize relationships to protect your peace and mental health.The bonds you build through shared dreams, struggles, and wins can be deeper than DNA.Setting boundaries isn’t disrespect—it’s self-respect.Sometimes the people you meet on your journey are the ones who teach you the meaning of home.Emotional support doesn’t always come from where you expect—but it always comes when you need it most.Your story (even the crunchy, messy parts) can be a roadmap for somebody else's healing._______________________________Hosts:DMC:⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠Jeff:⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jefflevelsup⁠Spill - @jeffevelsup-⁠ https://spill.com/p/jefflevelsup?id=756127e9-e8f8-472f-8d94-062e3d4e9148⁠_______________________________Just Drawz on Social Media:⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/⁠⁠https://x.com/TheJustDrawz⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustdrawzpodcast⁠https://bsky.app/profile/justdrawz.bsky.social_______________________________Edited and produced by:⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/jefflevelsup.bsky.social⁠_______________________________Music:"Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/⁠_______________________________family dynamics, chosen family, LGBTQ+, emotional support, personal growth, relationships, acceptance, community, self-discovery, vulnerability_______________________________#blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #podcast #blackpodcaster #youtube #applepodcasts #trailertuesday #youtubepodcast #gaycreators #blackpodcasting #LGBTQpodcast #blackmen #lgbtqia #blackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen #fypシ #fyp #LGBGQIA #JustDrawz