The Strapdown
The Strapdown is a comedy podcast hosted by NYC comedians Sheria Mattis and Aurea Young. Two funny Black queer femmes talk about dating, news, queer parties, Hoochie Daddies, and whatever else they want because they are free. Episodes include guest interviews, silly games, stupid prizes, and deeply unserious debates. It is an unfiltered, freewheeling show.
Episodes
What the Reality Check ANTM Documentary Reveals about Tyra Banks
We break down some of the most controversial moments revisited in the documentary, including the infamous crime scene photoshoot and the GOT MILK partnership racially insensitive race-swap shoot. What milk has to do with black face? We'd love to know. We also revisit the legendary judging panel moment involving Tiffany Richardson and Tyra’s “We were rooting for you!” meltdown that still circul
We Trusted Tyra! Recapping Netflix's ANTM Documentary
Was America’s Next Top Model empowering young black women… or quietly exploiting them for entertainment? This week on The Strapdown Podcast we unpack the messy legacy of Tyra Banks, reality TV ethics, and why the new documentary has people rethinking everything we thought we knew.In this episode, we dive into the Netflix documentary Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, which revisits th
Did Bridgerton Finally Give Us a Real Lesbian Love Story? | Francesca & Michaela Breakdown
Did Bridgerton finally give us a real lesbian storyline or just another crumb of queer representation? In this episode of The Strapdown Podcast, we break down the chemistry, tension, and possible slow-burn romance between Francesca and Michaela and what it means for lesbian and queer fans watching closely.Bridgerton dipped its toe into new territory with Francesca and Michaela, the show’s first sa
Did Bridgerton Give Us Lesbian Crumbs? | Season 4 Francesca & Michaela Explained
Did Bridgerton really give us a lesbian storyline… or did they give us crumbs in a corset? This week we’re talking about Season 4, Francesca, Michaela, and why queer audiences are tired of celebrating “representation” that barely shows up on screen.In this episode, we break down the hype around Bridgerton’s first sapphic storyline and whether it actually delivered. While queer media praised the in
Is GloRilla Wrong for Not Paying Her Sister? | GloRilla & Brorilla Drama Explained
When the money gets long but the boundaries get longer. What do you owe your family?This week we’re unpacking the very public drama between GloRilla and her sister, Brorilla, and asking the uncomfortable question: when you make it out, is everyone entitled to your success?In this episode, we break down the back-and-forth between GloRilla and Brorilla and what it reveals about family expectations,
Why Paying WNBA Players More Makes People Uncomfortable | WNBA CBA Explained
They swear “nobody watches the WNBA”… but the numbers say otherwise.This week on The Strapdown Podcast, we break down the WNBA collective bargaining agreement drama and why people get real loud (and wrong) when Black queer women ask to be paid what they’re worth.In this episode, we unpack the latest conversations around the WNBA CBA negotiations, debunk the tired “it’s not profitable” and “no one
Why was this Stud's Surprise Wedding Dress so Controversial?
What if your masc/stud surprised you at your wedding in a wedding dress? On this episode of The Strapdown Podcast, we get into the conversation around masc and studs who choose wedding dresses instead of suits on their big day. We talk about gender expectations in queer spaces, why people love to police masculinity, and why a dress doesn’t cancel anyone’s identity. Also, be on the look out for RED
Will we ever get a Black Sapphic Heated Rivalry?
In today's femme topic we talk about the phenomenon around Heated Rivalry, what a fujoshi is, and why there are no Black people involved. Sheria discusses her Black Girl Bechdel Test and we talk about the fear of Black lesbians in media (as evidenced by the Netflix Lara Croft memes). We also give some special Solicited/Unsolicited Gay Auntie Advice to a 34 year old soft-masc looking for commun
Ezee's fat suit is a tool of oppression REUPLOAD
Sorry Riders, Technical difficulties continue to plague your gay Aunties.We have had Ginger up day and night trying to properly export this file to bring you this episode. Thank you so much for your patience we are really trying to grow and change and learn how to get the bitrate bit right. We love you.Read the back story here: https://people.com/plus-size-creator-samyra-responds-to-skit-mocking-h
Strap Up, F**k ICE, & Cut Your Dirty Nails | The StrapDown Season 3 Ep.2
In this episode we talk about what the Renee Good/the ICE situation happening in Minnesota means for racialize communities. On a lighter note, we give some SUGAA about how to prioritize your sexual health and role play how to talk to your partner about their dirty nails (because love and hygiene matter). We're also Putting You on Strap Game to Cat Burns’ new album- get your tissues ready! Don’
Nicki Minaj, The Funeral Stud, & Being Gay at Work - The StrapDown Season 3 Ep.1
1-2-3 Release Em! We're back for Season 3! In this episode we talk about all the queer stories and nonsense we missed. From the creepy stud-stitute teacher who was fired on her first day, RHOA Porsha's new girlfriend, Nicki Minaj tap dancing for Turning Point USA, and Neace Robinson, the stud funeral singer who stole our hearts. 0:00 Intro Clip 1:16 Welcome to Season 3 2:02 Stories we miss
The Druski Studs, Male-centered Mascs, & Queer representation| Season 2 Finale
It's the Season 2 finale and we're getting real with the femme topic today.We cover the interesting obsession with studs (black masculine presenting lesbians) by comedian and influencer, Druski. Is this obsession with studs weird? Is it genuine appreciation? Or are we too woke?New Name Alert!!! SUGAA (Solicited/Unsolicited Gay Auntie Advice): This week, we are talking about emotional manip
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 A
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
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_sour
"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
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'
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.
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 t
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 Lavern
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
The Ultimatum: Queer Love Mega Review Part 2 | The StrapDown
Part 2 of our The Ultimatum: Queer Love mega review.Make sure to watch Part 1 before you watch this one. We talk about them going back to their original partners, Dayna working her manipulation tactics on Magan, AJ, Britney, & their baby Vitaluxx, Marie getting done dirty by Mel, the proposals, and that frustrating reunion! Justice for Marie! Drop your Brussels sprouts recipes in the comments!
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 inter
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
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 t
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 t
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.
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:
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://nc
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.
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_bir
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 #
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 mi
Bi Performance, Project 2025 & Hoochie Daddies Season 2 - The Strapdown Episode 10
We talk about Megan Thee Stallion and other Black femmes being accused of performative bisexuality by the children on TikTok, play a little game about Project 2025, and get weirdly deep about Hoochie Daddies Season 2 Episode Dodge-Hoes. Like, comment, subscribe and follow us @TheStrapDown on all platforms.
The Strapdown is a podcast where two Black Queer femmes talk about current events, gay r
Femme Topic - How to Flirt & Hoochie Daddies Season 2 Episode 3 Review - The Strapdown Ep 9
We're back. In this week's Femme Topic, Sheria and Aurea teach you femmes how to flirt successfully (not really it's mostly complaining). And ... HOOCHIE DADDIES WATCH IS BACK! We break down what happened in episode 3. We talk about Nelly B's bodyshaming, 24K's casual transphobia, and Wootie being surprisingly adorable. Like, follow, @TheStrapDown and comment with your femme
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and the WNBA Race War - The Strapdown Episode 8
Aurea and Sheria talk about the ongoing WNBA controversies, how Caitlin Clark has been positioned as the Great White Hope of the league, what the new women's basketball "fandom" reveals about our deeply entrenched racism and is oat milk making the frogs gay?
Follow us @Thestrapdown on IG, TikTok, and Youtube to keep up with our nonsense.
Where are the Black lesbian rom-coms? - The Strapdown Ep 7
WHERE ARE THE BLACK LESBIAN ROM-COMS? Aurea and Sheria investigate the lack of Black Queer love on-screen, blame the government, reassess the Black rom-coms we grew up on and talk about the few instances of Queer poc love on screen. Comment with your favorite rom-com or tell us what we missed.
No more palm-colored Prides - The Strapdown Ep 6
In this episode of The Strapdown Aurea and Sheria show you how to put some color in your Pride events. We discuss the importance of Black Queer events, rest, safety, and stud strippers. Find the list of the event pages we mentioned below plus some extra we forgot to mention.
Raw Honey
ImFinnaTalk
BklynBoiHood
BlackTransCollective
FunkyReggaeHouseParty
PapiJuice
Gush NYC
Queer Brown Babes
Happy
Target not gay no more? - The Strapdown Ep 5
Sheria and Aurea talk about Target removing their Pride merch from stores, how Subaru marketed to lesbians, the history of the Pride flag, and give thanks to our queer ancestor DaBrat. We also highlight some queer-owned, more sustainable pride merch options. Add your favorite local queer creator and brand in the comments.
Check out the full list here:
https://mygreencloset.com/ethical-pride-merch
Hoochie Daddies Season 2 - The Strapdown Ep 4
Aurea and Sheria discuss episodes 1 & 2 of the Emmy award worthy docuseries Hoochie Daddies Season 2. We express undying love for our fave sassy studs Baby Jackson and Ra, question the integrity of the Hoochie Daddies competition, and pitch several spin-offs that desperately need funding and major distribution.
Please rate us 5 stars, follow, and share our nonsense and carrying on.
Raven's Home - The Strapdown Ep. 3
Aurea and Sheria bring up old sh*t and talk about the real reason Black millennials are so mad at Raven Symoné's white wife, the compulsion to undercut Black women's accomplishments, and have a Cheetah Girl's sing-a-long for liberation.
Follow, rate us 5 stars, and check us out on the socials if you actually care about the cultural impact of Zenon
The StrapDown Ep.2 - Just the tip
In episode 2, Sheria and Aurea discuss their first femme topic: what to do about straight people in queer spaces. How closely should you supervise your straight friend at Cubbyhole? Are straight people dogs? Find the answers to these questions and more on The Strapdown.
Follow, like, and share for more Black queer femme nonsense.
The Queer Femme Struggle - Episode 1
Sheria and Aurea talk about coming out on stage, going back in the closet, going to the gay bar, and the lack of awkward Black lesbian representation. We also uncover ancient WLW lore like why were all the lesbians white? How do femmes hit on women? And what is an AG?
This is mostly an intro to the show. Please be patient We just getting started. Follow, give us 5 stars, be nice to us we tiiiiie
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