Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know

Welcome back to another episode! Today, we’re thrilled to host Kyle Krieger, a Los Angeles-based celebrity hairstylist to a beloved online personality with over 2 million followers. Kyle discusses sustainable creativity, sharing insights on how he balances his creative passions with self-care, handles burnout, and remains grounded. We also explore his advocacy for LGBTQ+ causes and his unique approach to creative projects, including his work on OnlyFans. Tune in for a candid conversation about creativity, self-love, and community connection! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:01:16 - Who the hell are you?  00:07:27 - Starting as a content creator  00:09:00 - From celebrity hair styling to content creation  00:11:29 - Struggling with self esteem  00:14:10 - Handling burnout   00:20:55 - Staying grounded  00:23:44 - Refilling your cup  00:25:20 - The limitations of creative projects  00:29:39 - Picking projects to pursue  00:31:36 - Queer advocacy  00:33:22 - Connecting with community  00:38:58 - Creative control and Only Fans 00:40:41 - Committing to Only Fans 00:45:18 - Boundaries & Only Fans 00:47:44 - FIGHT ME! Sponsored By: Black Lotus Shilajit Use code: max for 15% off your first order at blacklotusshilajit.com  Patreon Get your exclusive access  Puori Go to Puori.com/maxemerison and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Check Out Kyle: Instagram More Kyle Check Out Max:  Instagram YouTube TikTok  Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson

Ep. #2 In this episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I'm thrilled to welcome my fiancé and incredibly talented guest, Andrés Camilo. We’ll explore his fascinating journey from growing up in Medellín to serving as a US Army Veteran, and how he channels his experiences into his visual art and social media presence. Today, we’re tackling the complex topic of family planning—covering everything from surrogacy and adoption to the ethical and emotional aspects involved. Whether you're considering parenthood yourself or just here to learn more about Andrés, this episode is packed with insights and personal reflections. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about love, creativity, and building a future together. Timestamps:  00:01:28 - Who the hell are you?  00:06:18 - Andrés’ backstory and art  00:09:21 - Military experience  00:14:33 - Authenticity and social media   00:15:59 - Storytelling & the creative process  00:18:42 - Creating reels and tiktoks  00:20:20 - Advice for aspiring artists  00:21:53 - Important relationship conversations 00:23:58 - Deciding we are ready for children  00:24:58 - Surrogacy 00:32:22 - Do your research  00:33:26 - Interviewing with different agencies  00:37:14 - Ethics and communication  00:41:39 - The adoption process  00:44:57 - Matching with a birth mother 00:46:18 - Waiting to get matched  00:49:36 - Preparing for parenthood 00:50:26 - Tips for family planning 00:53:16 - FIGHT ME!  Adoption Resources:  https://menhavingbabies.org https://www.helpusadopt.org/ https://www.adopthelp.com/ Sponsored By:  Puori Go to Puori.com/maxemerison and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use codeMAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Check out  Andrés:  Linktree Art Instagram Tik Tok Patreon Check Out Max: Instagram YouTube TikTok

Ep. #1 Welcome to the debut episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I’m thrilled to welcome the remarkable Dr. Eric Cervini, author of The Deviant’s War. We explore Queer American history, uncovering the pivotal figures and events that have shaped our community. Dr. Cervini shares insights from his award-winning book and Emmy-nominated docu-series, The Book of Queer. Tune in as we discuss everything from early LGBTQ+ activism to gay rights and wrongs, and discover how these moments continue to influence us today. Topics Discussed: 00:01:46 - Who the hell are you?  00:05:35 - Balancing all your career aspirations  00:06:37 - Dr. Eric Cervini  00:07:23 - From Texas to Harvard  00:08:22 - Spanish & french lesson  00:09:07 - Political activism  00:14:52 - Texas campaign incident  00:16:54 - Gay representation  00:19:51 - Harvey Milk  00:21:24 - The Mattachine Society  00:25:25 - The history of Pride parades  00:27:14 - Frank Kameny  00:31:45 - The Dowdy Trial 00:36:57 - Allstora & book publishing  00:43:39 - The Book Of Queer  00:47:05 - Queer Historians 00:49:29 - Akhnaten & gay villains   00:50:21 - Queer role models throughout history  00:54:18 - Neurodivergence throughout history  00:56:29 - The importance of intersectionality  00:58:48 - Ways to get involved  01:01:53 - FIGHT ME!  Sponsored by:  BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use codeMAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Puori Go to Puori.com/maxemerison and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Sparkle Club Get your limited edition hard copy today Check out Eric Cervini: Website Instagram Allstora The Deviant’s War The Book Of Queer Check Out Max:  Instagram YouTube TikTok  Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson

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