Welcome back to Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know! Today we’re joined by the fabulous Betsy Volk, a model and adventurer whose journey is as inspiring as it is exciting. At just 27, Betsy has been navigating the modeling world since she was 16, moving from the Midwest to Los Angeles and traveling the globe while embracing her authentic self as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Join us as we explore her experiences in the fashion industry, her adventurous lifestyle, and her journey of self-discovery—from her early days with Abercrombie to her candid reflections on coming out and personal growth. Whether you're a budding model or just seeking connection and inspiration, this episode is packed with insights and real talk you won't want to miss!

Sponsored By:

• Nutrisense


• 
  Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month


• Puori


• Go to Puori.com/maxemerson and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off 


• Shilajit


• Use code: max for 15% off your first order at blacklotusshilajit.com
  


• Max’s Patreon 


• Join today and make the internet more colorful

Timestamps:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction 


• 00:01:40 - Who the Hell Are You? 


• 00:07:37 - Starting Out in the Modeling Industry 


• 00:08:33 - Abercrombie Modeling 


• 00:09:25 - How Agencies Work 


• 00:10:40 - The Abercrombie Campus 


• 00:14:59 - Betsy & Max's Adventures 


• 00:15:47 - Max’s Crashpads & Bicoastal Living 


• 00:20:02 - Betsy's LA Move 


• 00:24:35 - International Travel 


• 00:28:05 - Promoter Dinners 


• 00:30:41 - Coming Out 


• 00:31:44 - Pride Campaign 


• 00:35:15 - Living in London 


• 00:37:36 - Model Housing and Drama 


• 00:39:47 - Advice for Young Models 


• 00:41:37 - Social Media and Modeling 


• 00:42:44 - Staying Grounded 


• 00:44:01 - TikTok 


• 00:46:28 - Betsy’s F*ckboy Era 


• 00:48:25 - Room Raiders 


• 00:49:39 - FIGHT ME!

Check Out Betsy:

• Instagram

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