A Jem of a Secret Podcast

Hop in and buckle up for The Drive Home, where drag meets drive! In this episode, we ride shotgun with a fierce and fabulous queen as she spills the tea on life behind the scenes, the magic of drag, and the wild adventures that come with the gig. From makeup mishaps to unforgettable performances, this is the ultimate ride-along for anyone who loves a little drama with their drive. Grab your wig and let's hit the road!

Join us in this captivating episode as we dive into the transformative power of drag and the vibrant experiences at Misfits Bar & Lounge. Host Coco Jem Holiday shares touching stories, including a heartfelt moment at a queer-affirming event and a powerful message of inclusion and safety for the Black LGBTQ+ community. Explore the intersection of politics and identity as Coco discusses the current political climate, data leaks, and the impact on marginalized communities. With humor and candor, Coco reflects on the challenges of maintaining safe spaces and the importance of community resilience amidst adversity. From thrilling dance floors to intimate storytelling, this episode offers a unique perspective on empowerment, activism, and the complexity of human connections. Tune in for an engaging journey through the world of drag, personal growth, and societal change.

The conversation covers a range of topics, including branding, drag names, identity, mental health, and the complexities of social and political issues. It delves into the nuances of personal experiences, societal expectations, and the challenges of navigating various aspects of life. The discussion also touches on the impact of mental health on relationships and the importance of holding individuals accountable while recognizing the complexity of human experiences. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including activism, social media, cancel culture, and the long-term impact of advocacy work. It delves into the complexities of activism, the challenges of sustaining long-term engagement, and the different ways individuals can contribute to social change. The hosts, Coco Jem Holiday and Carlee J. Phoenix share personal experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of diverse approaches to activism and the need for understanding and support within the activist community.

Coco Jem Holiday relives a moment that happened with her at her day job as well as talking about small businesses with her aunty. 

Coco Jem Holiday speaks about the recent Portland scandal around the HIV Awareness competition. 

Coco Jem Holiday takes a deep dive into Cowboy Carter. NOTE: There were microphone troubles for the second part of the episode. Apologies. 

Coco Jem Holiday sits down with Kourtni Capree Lady D.U.V. The Baddest ButchQUEENnDrag MC to talk about their Portland drag herstory as well as some of their upcoming projects. This episode touches on topics of sobriety and community advancement for da black kids, HENNY!

Coco Jem Holiday talks about the two year anniversary party at Triple Nickel Pub as well as her recent depression spiral over some events that happened in the Portland drag scene. 

Coco Jem Holiday recaps some of the Portland drag drama and provides advice that no one really asked for. haha. 

Coco Jem Holiday add her two cents to the conversation about Nicki and Megan. She also welcomes you into black history month

This episode is dedicated to Addam's birthday next week. It's a bit of a mushy episode so if you're not down, we'll see ya next week. 

Coco Jem Holiday talks about physical health and detaching yourself from abuse. 

Coco Jem Holiday interviews Poly Poptart about several subjects including her thoughts and opinions about what's happening in the Middle East. 

We are skipping a week of the podcast as Coco is getting ready for the holidays. 

Coco Jem Holiday recounts her response to Poison Waters as well as communicates about the recent incident at her home where someone tried to create havoc at her house. 

Coco Jem Holiday and Carlee J. Phoenix bounce into the deep conversations about polyamory. You will hear some positives and negatives. 

Coco Jem Holiday went home for the holidays and interviewed her mama

Coco talks about some of her family moments and then runs off on a tangent about Matt Rife

Coco Jem Holiday talks about queer bars and collaboration within the Portland queer community

Coco Jem Holiday interview her Camp Wannakiki sister Carly. They talk about the show, fitness and growing with drag. 

Coco Jem Holiday gets the pleasure of interviewing Ada Vox who was on American Idol as well as Queen of the Universe. Ada will be performing in Portland on November 5th, 2023 at Misfits Bar + Lounge

Coco Jem Holiday gives you an unedited rant on love. 

Coco interviews Sophie, one of the owners of one of Portland's newest queer+ spaces. 

Coco Jem Holiday speaks with one of Portland's newest drag artists, Khng Fu Fight Her. We clean up all the spilled tea. 

​Coco Jem Holiday and Savannah O Bennington talk about drag producing and the drag economy. Of course, they do spill some of that inside tea!

Coco Jem Holiday and Autumn Rainz talk about their upcoming shows, but also talk about some recent issues happening within the Portland drag community.  Promo Code: Jemofasecret    

Coco Jem Holiday details out why she parted ways with Back 2 Earth. 

​Coco Jem Holiday interviews Rose Empress LXII Shima B. Foxx about her experiences with the Imperial Sovereign Rose court as well as continuing the conversational about mental health.

Coco Jem Holiday uses this week's online Portland drag scene to talk about how we as an audience may perceive situations on the internet when we don't have all the information. 

Coco Jem Holiday and Kimber K. Shade talk about the business of drag, gatekeeping, and opportunities for the community. 

Coco Jem Holiday brings on the lippy bird herself to finally peel back the layers of the one and only Feather Dusted. 

Coco Jem Holiday had an amazing friend reach out because they wanted to talk about mental health in the drag community. Craven Horrors helps guide the conversation into self-care, mental health, therapy, online drama and more.  NOTE: If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, consider calling the national suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or 988

Coco Jem Holiday interviews Carlee J. Phoenix about SA and abuse. We understand this subject matter can be triggering for some, and we hope that we did a great job in speaking about these topics for you. 

Coco Jem Holiday weighs in on the conversation about Lizzo

Coco Jem Holiday takes some time to reflect on her own gender identity while providing advice about handling bigotry.

Listen to Coco Jem Holiday almost cry on the podcast after recounting her Portland Pride Weekend

It's Portland's Pride Week. Autumn Rainz and Coco Jem Holiday interview Coco's drag children. Her newest baby is unnamed so they call him TBD. Then they interview Kherry O'Kay.    NOTE: This was interviewed with one microphone so the audio quality isn't the best. 

Coco Jem Holiday interviews Dahilia Belle. This episode revolves around stand-up comedy and breaking into drag. 

Coco Jem Holiday interviews one of her drag babies. It's none other than the talented Crucifix Magnetic. 

Coco Jem Holiday talks a lot about money in this episode as she recounts the story of those who died on the titanic submersible. 

Coco Jem Holiday explores Juneteenth and blackness as we approach the holiday. 

Pat Robertson Is Dead Everyone On this episode of a Jem of A Secret Podcast, Coco talks about religious trauma. 

It's the first day of pride month so Coco Jem Holiday takes a stab at answering the difficult questions involving having cops at pride. 

Polyamory: The practice of engaging in multiple romantic (and typically sexual) relationships, with the consent of all the people involved. On this episode of a Jem of A Secret Podcast, Coco Jem Holiday has an in-depth discussion about the poly life. 

On this episode of a Jem of a Secret Podcast Coco takes you through a lesson in love. 

Coco Jem Holiday interviews Rob Dabilder about their trans experience and drag career. 

Coco Jem Holiday interview Cheeki Khant! This was filmed during the Austin International Drag Festival. Listen to why Cheeki talks about Rosebuds. 

Coco Jem Holiday talks about the lessons learned from watching Jerry Springer after school to adulthood. The recent online scandal is front and present. 

Coco Jem Holiday speaks about gender in the first half, but then holds another interview with the QUING of camp Clinica Deprecious. 

Coco Jem Holiday interviews Autumn Rainz about STAG PDX and the recent scandal. This episode contains conversations about SA and predatory behavior. It may not be suitable for all audiences. 

Coco Jem Holiday interviews the one and only Coleslaw! Catch them on Season 4 of Camp Wannakiki!