The Strapdown

Two funny Black Queer femmes talk about dating, news, queer parties, Hoochie Daddies, and whatever else we want cause we free. We'll interview guests, play stupid games, win stupid prizes, and have deeply unserious debates. Watch and listen to The Strapdown hosted by NYC comedians Sheria Mattis, and Aurea Young.

Femme4Femme Flirting, The Queer Ho Phase, & Asiahn

Hit us up on Patreon for early, uncut, uncensored episodes at Patreon.com/TheStrapDownPodcastThis week we give some tips, tricks, and personal experiences with femme for femme flirting. We give some Solicited Auntie Advice to a listener entering their ho-phase, Put You on Strap Game to Asiahn's Queer R&B masterpiece album "Free", and give out our first "Talk You Through It Award" for the best comment we got this week!Femme Topics: Femme for Femme FlirtingAuntie Advice: How to navigate your Queer Ho Phase, ethicallyPut You On Strap Game:  ⁨@iamasiahn⁩  's album Free

10-02
01:25:22

Black Lesbian PDA, Lazy Loser Lesbians, & Kitty Pic Advice | S2. Ep. 18

This week, Aurea and Sheria talk about the lack of Black lesbian romantic representation, talk about having compassion for the unmotivated sapphics, and give some advice about how to take a decent kitty pic, and how to go from casual dating to something more seriousPlus Aurea Puts You On StrapGame to women-owned sports bar, Wilka's and sports apparel shop playasociety.com . Also an epic update from Artist in Residence, ksst. Follow, rate us 5 stars, and share to STAY STRAPPEDpatreon.com/thestrapdownpodcastJoin the Patreon for longer, uncensored episodes, Bloopers, exclusive videos, and more!

09-25
01:55:02

Pew Pew Nation, Long Distance Relationship Advice, & Meta FanArt| S2.Ep. 17

THERE IS A WEIRD STATIC NOISE AT 2:48 AND 3:10-5:36 IN THE CENSORED UPLOADS WE ARE TRYING TO FIX IT ASAP AND REUPLOAD IT WITHOUT THAT! IN THE MEANTIME PLEASE GO TO OUR PATREON FOR A VERSION WITHOUT ALL THE STATIC! Patreon.com/thestrapdownpodcastPlease be patient while we figure out WTH went wrong 😩 sorry! https://www.patreon.com/posts/pew-pew-nation-139153810?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkFull uncensored episode available to Patreon Subscribers and anyone who wants to pay $5 to hear us go all the way off. Support our attorney fees! In this episode's Femme Topics we talk about the very tragic demise of patriot martyr Charles W. Kirkland. We discuss our very different feelings on the matter, ask why Jennifer Coolidge, Selma Blair, and Kristin Chenowith felt safe revealing the real face of "gay icons", untangle Gen Z mayo boy nihilism, tell you why that little lesbian Dean Withers was really crying, and lament that none of this will bring us true liberation.We also give some SOLICITED Auntie Advice to a listener trying to keep her Long Distance Relationship strong, Put You On Strap Game to the new Hemlocke Springs single and video, relive some Black lesbian joy from our time at Gladys Books & Wine, and share an art update from StrapDown Artist In Residence, ksst along with a metatextual response from our first Patreon subscriber Cassie.

09-18
01:16:06

"Teaching Pronouns in School?" SNL YNs & Black Trans Femmes in Fargo | Ep. 16

This week we cover the conservative-friendly YN recently cast on SNL, why the dumbest parents are crashing out over Teacher Robi, and give some solicited advice to a Black trans femme looking for love in *checks notes* North Dakota? We also Put You On Strap Game to innit Zendaya R&b singer Ama Lou, call Sheria out for stealing, show off Artist in Residence ksst's new artwork, and celebrate our first Patreon subscriber, Cassie! Follow, rate us 5 stars, comment &Subscribe to our Patreon at Patreon.com/TheStrapDownPodcastto STAY STRAPPED

09-12
01:25:25

Raven's Wife, Snoop's Switchup, & Queer Fatphobia | S.2 Ep. 15 #wlw #ravensymone #snoopdogg #queer

This week we sigh in collective black lesbian resignation at the latest shenanigans from Raven Symone's wife, talk about Snoop's harrowing Lightyear experience and ask why homophobic rappers make lesbian bangers, and give some unsolicited Auntie Advice to a Redditor whose fatphobia is keeping them from being attracted to their girlfriend. Plus we Put You On Strap Game to Durand Bernarr's album, Bloom and share more important political fan art from our Artist In Residence, ksst. Follow, rate 5 stars, and comment to STAY STRAPPED.

09-04
01:13:29

Betty Who's Mullet Malarky, & Political Fan Art | The StrapDown Ep.14

This week we talk about Betty Who's nonsense screed about the alphabet mafia on the Made it Out Podcast, give some unsolicited advice to a redditor whose girlfriend doesn't drink water, and shout out Tubi and some incredibly moving fan art we received in our email. Follow, rate us 5 stars, and leave us comments to stay strapped.

08-28
01:15:08

Going 50/50 with a Broke gf, Gay Marriage, & ICE Sandwiches | Ep 13 #wlw #queerpodcast #blackwoman

This week, Aurea and Sheria discuss whether we should be worried about losing gay marriage rights, give some unsolicited advice about how to split finances in a Queer relationship when one is struggling and the other is making good money, we Put You On Strap Game to  ⁨@amandamaryanna⁩  's new short film, Sugar Honey and celebrate the hero who threw a hero at that ICE agent. If you'd like to solicit some advice, questions, or recommend something for us leave a comment, dm us @thestrapdown on TikTok and Instagram or email us at TheStrapDown@gmail.comFollow, rate 5 stars, and leave us a comment to Stay Strapped!

08-21
01:03:54

Laverne, 613 Culture, & Decolonizing Queer Desire | The StrapDown Podcast | Ep.12

Note: We filmed this episode before The Olay & Friends Livestream with Laverne Cox, which adds a lot of context to Laverne's story. We also understand that as cis women we are speaking from a position of relative privilege and ignorance but felt it was important to discuss this and extrapolate it to the larger issue of Black Queer desirability politics. In this episode we talk about Laverne Cox's Hwite MAGA-cop bae, talk about that masc with the mean "straight" ex gf on The Cut, show off a sweet dm and some cool Black wlw art, and give solicited advice to a subscriber who wonders if they're "unstrappable".Follow, rate 5 stars, and comment to stay strapped!

08-07
51:43

Studs Need Strap Too ft. Diamond of Studs LA | The StrapDown| Ep. 11

Welcome our first guest, the lovely Diamond from Studs LA and Studs Atlanta. We talk about the fights she endured to become a fan favorite, how she got on the show, what's going on in her life and career, and she plays a silly little Strap Game with us.Thanks so much to Diamond for joining us on the podcast. We can't wait to see what you're up to next.Follow Diamond  @girlzlovediamond  on all platforms and check her out in Studs LA here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5gO60w9-9dHO0q0GWgkHjUToBjgUR2JO& Studs Atlanta here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5gO60w9-9dGKY7zSeb5hHrRPegBjsreRon  @Ezee  's channel!

07-25
01:16:40

The Ultimatum: Queer Love 2 Mega Review Part 1 | The StrapDown Bonus Episode

Sorry for the wait... it's finally on Spotify! The Ultimatum Review heard a little bit on YouTube!Get 10% off at WetForHer.com with code: WETFORSTRAPDOWNDisclaimer: The StrapDown receives a commission from sales with the use of the discount code. We're strapping down The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 in a massive 2- part mega review/recap. We had a lot to say about the show, the wlw internet's exceedingly wrong takes, and the straight host whose name we only kind of remember sometimes.Follow, rate us 5 stars, and comment with who you think the real villain is to stay strapped.

07-16
01:35:16

Pillow Princesses, Touch Me Nots, & Strap Theatrics- The StrapDown Episode 10

How's Pride going? Not so great for your fave Black femmes, so we've had to film this episode from our respective bunkers. Laugh at our misfortune while we get a bit ignant about Pillow Princesses, Touch-me-nots, fake tops, and strap theatrics. We also answer some solicited advice from a listener, Put You on Strap Game to the lesbian reality dating show "I Kissed A Girl" and rant about the way the two Black femmes were egregiously mistreated on the show. We also recommend adult coloring books, and thank you all for over 10,000 TikTok Followers! Follow, rate us 5 stars, and leave us a comment to get strapped and stay strapped!

06-19
01:20:23

Do I look like I date White women? - The StrapDown - Episode 9

We talk about the TikTok question heard round the wlw, interracial lesbian relationships, Black lesbian love, and ask why all your favorite Black queer creators are renouncing homosexuality and joining the church ... hint: it's the fascism. We also do a Queer Black History lesson on Harlem Renaissance icon, Gladys Bentley, play a Queer Love The Ultimatum Strap Game, and Put You on Strap Game to a Black web-series and the Hoochie Daddies Season 3 auditions hosted by Wootie and Tee Sanders. Follow and rate us 5 stars to stay strapped.

06-05
01:43:09

Queer Partying after 30, Black Masc Safety, & a Spicy WLW Web Series - The StrapDown- Season 2 Ep. 8

We talk about Queer parties after 30, demand justice for Miashah Moses, give you a Queer Black History lesson on civil rights lawyer Joan Gibbs, and put you on Strap Game to the new WNBA season and a spicy lesbian web series by the creator of New York Girls TV. Donate to the Justice for Miashah Moses Legal FundCall Lt. Brandon Watkins918- 596-9135Demand lead detective Jason White be removed from this case. Contact Tulsa District Attorney, Steve Kunzweiler and ask that they bring charges against Leon Perkins III for taking Miashah Moses' life.Tulsa County Courthouse500 South Denver Avenue, Suite 900Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103Phone Numbers:District Attorney:  918-596-4805DA Supervision:  918-596-4990Victim Witness Center:  918-596-4915Email: districtattorney@tulsacounty.orgWatch New York Girls TV https://www.youtube.com/@NewYorkGirlsTVGet your WNBA League PassFollow The StrapDown and rate us 5 stars to stay strapped.

05-22
01:15:27

The Stud Who Couldn't Pick Up Her Girlfriend - The StrapDown Season 2 Ep. 7

We talk about the graduation photoshoot fail that shook the lesbian internets to its core, the confusion over He/Him lesbians, Raven Symone's white wife kicking her out of the bedroom, how Big Brother UK delivert JoJo Siwa from lesbianism, and more! Please follow, and rate 5 stars to stay strapped.

05-08
01:11:28

Toxic Lesbian TikTok Couples, Age Gaps, & Strict Girlfriends - The StrapDown Ep. 6#podcast #wlw

On this episode we talk about the Tati and Prince breakup and why influencer couples are a sign of cultural demise. We talk about the WNBA draft, Coachella, Issa Rae trying to be gay on Black Mirror, and teach you a little Black Queer History. Follow, Rate 5 Stars, Comment, & share to stay strapped.Song: springs! - Magnetic [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/MagneticWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/MagneticAT/youtube

04-24
01:18:31

Male-Centered Mascs, Body Hair, & Lesbian TikTok Drama - The StrapDown Season 2 Ep5

We talk about the latest lesbian TikTok drama, lesbians who refuse to date bi girls, bush shaming,Tracy Chapman and Alice Walker's drama, and romance books for Black queer people. Follow, rate us 5 stars, and tell us what you think in the comments to stay strapped. Song: springs! - Magnetic [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/MagneticWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/MagneticAT/youtube

04-10
01:15:44

Lesbians Dating Straight Girls? - The StrapDown Podcast - Season 2 Ep 4

We talk about Dijonai Carrington coming out as straight on Angel Reese's podcast, ask why synthetic hair is killing Black women, and play Lay, Bae or Slay with lesbian icons, TV shows, and accessories. Like Subscribe, and comment to get strapped and stay strapped.

03-27
01:29:48

Bad Butches, Gassy Girlfriends, & Gangsta Baes - The Strapdown Season 2 Ep 3

Today on @thestrapdown we trawl reddit and give advice about tooting, talk about butch icon Storme Delarverie, gay villain Lori Lightfoot, play "Lay, Bae, or Slay" with the gangsta lesbians from Power, Top Boy, & Set it Off, and Put You on Strap Game to new fave rapper Big Mali. Follow & rate us 5 stars to stay strapped. Check out Big Mali: @bigmalii Find Auggie and the gang @the_green_bird_brigade#wlw #wlwtiktok #blackhistorymonth #lgbtqplus #blackgirlpodcast #comedy #queerhistory #podcasts #interview #hiphop #orangeisthenewblack #power #setitoff #topboy #fyp #blackhistory #news #popculture

03-13
01:21:34

Girlfriend Twins, Bad Billionaires, & Lena Waithe - The Strapdown - Season 2 Ep 2

On this episode of The StrapDown we teach you a little Queer Black History about Ericka Huggins and Lucy Hicks Anderson, give you a rundown on the news with a deep heavy sigh, play some games and put you on Strap Game to Love Never Lies and wlw rom-com Umjolo: There is No Cure on Netflix. Please Like, Subscribe, and comment for more of our mess.#wlw #podcast #blackwomenpodcasts #blackgirlpodcast #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #queerhistory #comedy #lgbthistory #queerpodcast #blackwoman #comedyvideo #comedypodcast #funny #blacklgbtq #kehlani #kwn #netflix #umjolo #netflixseries #transrights #history #blackgirlcreator #blackcreators

02-27
01:34:27

The Last Black History Month - Season 2 Episode 1

It's your favorite awkward Black sapphics, wlw, whatever term YouTube won't hide... we're back to get you strapped. We share Queer Black History facts, talking about Leon's musky coup, have an unserious debate about long nails vs. short nails in the bedroom, and put you on Strap Game with some health and workout info, and tell you what's been keeping us from fully losing our minds during this trying time. Like, Subscribe, and follow us so you don't miss another episode.

02-13
55:33

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