Find your circle and your man. Hosted by Jarrod D. King, Tony Purnell, Renee Vanessa, Sarun Chan, and Melvin Foreman.
As a treat, here's the first episode of a short YouTube series I'm working on. And yes, BoyFriends is coming back! So stay tuned.Get inspired to start your creative journey by listening to my start in music. Giving this path a full shot led me to try several other things until I found what worked (more on that in future episodes). Listen to my music with me, get my reactions, and let me know which was your favorite. And subscribe to my brand new Patreon to access all the songs (and more) in full (link below)!* All music is copyrighted by me, and the tracks to 2 Sexy, Me and My Man, Exclusive, and Missing were properly leased by Glory Muzic, Gummy Beatz, PSBeats, and SinVStyle, respectively.Listen to the full tracks on my Patreon: https://patreon.com/boyfriendspod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkSubscribe Now: https://www.youtube.com/jarrodking?sub_confirmation=1Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKingTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddkingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/
After several behind-the-scenes disappointments, I've decided to cut this season of BoyFriends early, but what does that mean for the show's future? Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
While rooting for your friends who are doing well in life, do you secretly feel envious of what they're able to do? Or sad that you're not further along in your life by comparison? Travel influencer, Amanda Cherie, joins the cast to talk about our insecurities when it comes to having successful friends and what we can do about them. She also gives us some great travel tips so we can enjoy all the vacations we see others enjoying on Instagram. Guest Hosts: Amanda Cherie | @amandacherietravels Website: https://www.pinacoladapassport.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amandacherietravels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandacherietravels/ Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee_vanessaa Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
We took your questions and got an expert on the case! Lamont White of Better Way To Meet and Shoot Your Shot Wednesday fame joined the cast to help us all be better daters. Take out your notebooks! Guest Host: Lamont White | https://betterwaytomeet.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thegaydatingcoach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thegaydatingcoach Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGayDatingCoach/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thegaydatingcoach Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan Note: I had to upload the YouTube version of this episode because Spotify would not accept my Spotify file for some reason. Please excuse the weird end screen. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
Ever felt like the odd man out? Maybe you're in a group of coupled-up friends or a bunch of beautiful singles who get all the attention. We talk about feeling this way and what to do about it. Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
In this episode, we're joined by Susan Mitchell of Be Single No More to talk about dealing with dating fatigue and how speed dating can help you get back on track to finding love. Past co-host Renee also joins us to give her two cents! Upcoming Be Single No More Events (all Philadelphia based): 4/10 - Gay Men Speed Dating: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gay-men-speed-dating-tickets-861340100427?aff=erelexpmlt 4/18 - LGBTQ+ Speed Friending: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lgbtq-speed-friending-tickets-865289051847?aff=erelexpmlt Follow Be Single No More: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/besinglenomore Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/be-single-no-more-llc-17174709254 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besinglenomore/ Guest Co-Host: Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
Ever run into an acquaintance and they pretended not to see you? What is up with that? Gay communities in many cities have a sense of smallness to them, and many of us at least know of each other. So how can we avoid this awkward moment that seems to keep happening? Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
How do the differences between straight men and gay men affect how we relate to each other? And are we that different at all? Two straight guests, Pavan Patel and Justin King, join the gay hosts of BoyFriends to explore these questions and more. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan Camcorder Graphics - Vecteezy.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
Bestie betrayals and broken hearts - it sucks when we lose our friends. What do we do to pick up the pieces and move on? Jarrod, Noel, and new host Greg discuss their experiences with friendship breakups and what they've learned because of them. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Gregory Drey | @perfectlypinkgreg Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/perfectlypinkgreg/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
Is it necessary that the person you're dating call you their boyfriend or girlfriend? We discuss relationship labels as well as when to make it known that that's what you want. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Mike Hagan | @hagan_018 | @pettikashllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hagan_018/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pettikashllc Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
When you're on a date and don't already know if the other guy is a top or bottom, when is the appropriate time to ask? Voted on by our Instagram followers, the hosts explore this topic and discuss why they need to know immediately or not. Support This Podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Mike Hagan | @hagan_018 | @pettikashllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hagan_018/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pettikashllc Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan Sounds Effects: Record Scratch by SoundJay; Licensed on Envato Market Vinyl Slowdown Emulation by E-505; Licensed on Envato Market --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
The pursuit of a perfect body and the best looks has long been a sore spot for gay men. We discuss our struggles with our own body image and leave you with some advice on how to manage any negative feelings so that you can go into social situations feeling your best. Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Mike Hagan | @hagan_018 | @pettikashllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hagan_018/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pettikashllc Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
A big part of being gay is our sexual liberation. There are so many sub-communities that cater to different things and we push sex positivity, but how can that impact your search for a relationship? Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Mike Hagan | @hagan_018 | @pettikashllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hagan_018/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pettikashllc Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
A hot guy with muscles tweets out a complaint about how vapid the gay community is. Now he's getting a barrage of negative responses about how he's part of the problem. Is this warranted or are we just upset when the messenger doesn't look how we want? Jarrod, Mike, and Noel discuss this along with how they see their own attractiveness. They even dig a bit into what gives them the ick on social media. Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Mike Hagan | @hagan_018 | @pettikashllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hagan_018/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pettikashllc Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
The hosts answer questions from the audience and each other that range from insightful to weird to spicy! Meet our newest co-host, Mike, and get to know a bit more about us than you wanted to. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Mike Hagan | @hagan_018 | @pettikashllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hagan_018/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pettikashllc Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
When you start dating or enter into a relationship, it's generally accepted that some compromises and sacrifices will have to be made in order for it to work. But what happens when one feels like they're making all the sacrifices? The hosts discuss this scenario with anecdotes from their own lives. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #dating #relationships --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
You get an unexpected text at 9 p.m. that reads "Hey" and it's from someone you dated or tried to get to know, but disappeared on you. What do you do? Do you answer and let them back into your life or do you have a clear boundary? The hosts discuss their responses to this circumstance and what to do when it happens. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyfriends/support
There's a group of guys that seem like they have it all: looks, style, access, and strong connections with other cool people in the community. You make your bid to be a part of the group, and they may even be nice, but they won't let you all the way in. How do you get to that deeper level of connection you want with them? And is it even worth it? Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends/support
When you date, you get burned and learn what you are willing and unwilling to put up with. But are your new boundaries healthy? In response to this viewer question, the hosts discuss maintaining your standards and whether they're unrealistic. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Vanessa | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Noel Christian | @chefchristian Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefchristian/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends/support
Dealing with a breakup can range from bad to downright hellish depending on the depth of your feelings. How do we handle those feelings and when is it a good time to date again? The hosts discuss this viewer question and give their own experiences as well in this season finale episode. Please donate and help us take BoyFriends to the next level: Cash App - https://cash.app/$JarrodDKing Venmo - @jarroddking Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Hosts: Alejandro Meza | @alejomde https://www.instagram.com/alejomde/ Jennifer Love Williams | @jenniferlove1976 https://www.instagram.com/jenniferlov... https://jenloveproject.org/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
Having a crush on a straight man is something many of us have gone through, but how do you process those feelings? Do you leave him alone or take a chance? We're joined by two guests, Alejandro Meza and Jennifer Love Williams, and talk about what to do when sharing your feelings risks more than just rejection. Please donate and help us take BoyFriends to the next level: Cash App - https://cash.app/$JarrodDKing Venmo - @jarroddking Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Hosts: Alejandro Meza | @alejomde https://www.instagram.com/alejomde/ Jennifer Love Williams | @jenniferlove1976 https://www.instagram.com/jenniferlove1976/ https://jenloveproject.org/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
Many times you'll hear people say "He's out of my league", but is it real or is it all in their heads? Perhaps you've had this thought about someone you wanted to pursue but didn't. We talk about why we think this way and ways to overcome it. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Hosts: Kevin Lorenzetti | @kzetti Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kzetti/ Juan Salas | @juanfelipe19911 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juanfelipe19911 Alex Demcenko | Alex Demcenko Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexdemcenko/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #dating #gaydating
"If only you were closer" is a common refrain in our increasingly online-dating-centric world. But what if you could make it work? What does it take to make a long-distance relationship successful? I pulled in some of my closest friends for a chat about just that and more! Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Hosts: Kevin Lorenzetti | @kzetti Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kzetti/ Juan Salas | @juanfelipe19911 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juanfelipe19911/ Alex Demcenko | Alex Demcenko Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexdemcenko/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
In the quest to find friends and relationships, loyalty is a huge part of the equation that isn't always spoken of. The hosts discuss what loyalty means to them and help you understand how to be loyal. They also discuss how to steer clear of people who misuse loyalty. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Co-Host: Mama Shay Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shaybug_pa/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Love__Eternal Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
Oftentimes, we get excited about new relationships because of the promise of what we can receive. But what about what we can give? How do we safely extend ourselves to someone else without getting taken advantage of? We answer these questions and have little debate over being "flewed out" in this episode. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Host: Mama Shay | @shaybug_pa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shaybug_pa/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Love__Eternal Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
This week, we discuss what it takes to attract the people we want to be around, whether for friendship or romance. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
"How are you going to help us find 'our circle' when you can't even keep yours?" This was the comment that spurred on the topic for this episode. Kerel from the Minoritea Report podcast joins us as we (briefly) reflect on the on-screen drama between the hosts and discuss how to learn and move on from breakups between friends. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest Hosts: Kerel | @iamkerel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkerel/ Podcast: Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/minoritea-report/id1458662102 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6FCmGoy0Noc9Qk6fnvQaL3 Website: https://minoriteareport.libsyn.com/website Arvin Alivia | @arvinsible Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arvinsible/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
This week, we come back for an interview with Timothy McLemore about his experience with domestic abuse and how it spurred him on to write a brand new book, 'Love is not Abuse', and create a non-profit organization, Essential Haus, that provides a safe place for individuals in the LGBTQ+ community who have been affected by domestic violence and homelessness. Learn who in our community is most affected by abusive relationships and what to do to get out of one. Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Guest: Timothy McLemore Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/essentialhauss https://www.facebook.com/essentiallytim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/essentialhauss/ https://www.instagram.com/essentiallytim/ https://www.instagram.com/gayswithstories/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
A quick update on what's happening with the BoyFriends podcast. We've got a host shakeup and announce the date for the new episode. Thanks so much for sticking with us! Subscribe Now: https://www.youtube.com/jarrodking?sub_confirmation=1 Submit your questions for the hosts: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Watch our previous episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuKMYB6z1nX4FFsMC1G8yULRQ17QFWY7u Subscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Created & Produced by Jarrod D. King Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
A viewer asked us to touch on this topic and we obliged. What are the challenges when it comes to race in the gay community? How do we overcome them? We discuss our personal stories about how racism has affected us and how to navigate preferences as well. Submit your questions for the cast: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #gay #race
In this episode, we help out a viewer struggling to communicate with his boyfriend. When they shut down, what more can you do? And is this a sign of narcissism? We give our best advice while explaining our own encounters with controlling people. Submit your question for the cast: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #controlfreak #relationshipadvice
Relationships, whether platonic or romantic, go through ups and downs, but what about the really tough moments of betrayal? How open are you to forgiving and moving on? And in what circumstances should you cut your losses and leave? Subscribe Now: https://www.youtube.com/jarrodking?sub_confirmation=1 Submit your topic idea: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Watch our previous episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuKMYB6z1nX4FFsMC1G8yULRQ17QFWY7u Subscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Special Guest: Roy Belzer | @roybelzerfitness TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@roybelzerfitness Website - https://www.roybelzerfitness.com/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
Many of us have struggled with our body image at one time or another. And it's no different in the gay community. There's a standard of beauty that seems near impossible for most of us and our inability to achieve it can be a real confidence killer. How do we get past the judgment of others (and ourselves) to be more confident when dating? Special guest, Roy Belzer, a rising body positivity TikTok influencer and certified trainer, joins us to discuss. Special Guest: Roy Belzer | @roybelzerfitness TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@roybelzerfitness Website - https://www.roybelzerfitness.com/ Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #DatingAdvice #BodyPositivity
You've made a new friend or started dating someone you really like and want to keep things growing in a positive direction. How do you do it? In this episode, the cast discusses how to grow deeper in your relationship and strengthen bonds so that it becomes much more than surface level. Submit your questions: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #datingtips #relationship
You may have heard of the 24-hour rule or you may immediately start texting after getting someone's number. But which is the right way to go? The whole crew is back to discuss the rules of this particular moment in the dating game! Submit your questions: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #datingadvice #datingtips
What's Your Love Language? | In this episode, we discuss our love languages and the importance of attending to your partner's love language. Take the love language quiz: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language Submit Your Topic: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Special Guest: Le Thomas of Philly Black Pride - phillyblackpride.org Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
Coming out is a scary process because you can never be sure what the response from your closest friends or family members will be. We discuss what to expect, our own coming out experiences, and how it all relates to the dating world. With special guest, Le Thomas, President of Philly Black Pride. For a list of events, visit https://phillyblackpride.org/ Submit Your Own Question for the Cast: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
Another way of putting this is "How do I balance dating to find a relationship and just vibing to see where things go?" When we're interested in someone, it's hard for many of us to slow ourselves down and let things grow organically. Are we being too pushy when dating with intention? Or are people who just want to vibe way too casual? Submit your question for discussion (scroll down and complete the form): https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice
Feel like you have no friends? When you ask for help, the common response is to join a community group. But, for various reasons, making friends in these groups is not as easy as it sounds. So how do you find success? We discuss this in the latest episode and set you up with ways to make your search for more friends successful. Subscribe Now: https://www.youtube.com/jarrodking?sub_confirmation=1 Submit your question for the cast (click link and scroll down): https://linktr.ee/jarroddking Donate to the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia, who have been so great as to offer us a space to record this podcast: https://www.cagp.org/ Watch our previous episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuKMYB6z1nX4FFsMC1G8yULRQ17QFWY7u Subscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriends Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #friendship #friendshiptips
Should I Move In Before Engagement? | Many times we wonder what the right steps are to take to get what we want in a relationship. The fear of moving in before getting engaged is there's no strong commitment or plan for marriage in the works and you could end up in limbo. This question comes from Instagram user, @quortney_love. We also have a special guest, Mama Shay! Submit your question: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking (scroll down and open up the form to submit) Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #relationshipadvice #datingadvice
Get to know the cast more as Tony walks them through a series of questions that range from sweet to super spicy! *Note: My sincerest apologies for releasing this so late. There was a problem with the service I use to upload these and as a result, there is no video attached (for Spotify listeners). If you'd like to watch the episode, please go to https://youtu.be/XSk4s0R6EeY Submit Your Questions: https://linktr.ee/jarroddking (scroll down and open up the form to submit) Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
What to Include in a Dating Profile | If you need dating profile tips, we've got you covered! The whole gang is back and rating each other's dating (and hookup app) profiles in an attempt to see what works, what doesn't, and leave you with some ideas about how to give your profile a refresh. Jarrod, Tony, and Melvin also have a tense discussion about the shade thrown between them. Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #datingadvice #onlinedating
Love it or hate it, small talk is a necessary skill when meeting new people and creating connections. But how do we do it effectively? The hosts give their two cents and explain why it's needed even if some of them may hate it too. Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #relationshipadvice #datingadvice
Have you ever felt like this? You may have no trouble finding hookups, but finding someone interested in more seems near impossible. Sometimes you do all the things right when dating, but after having sex, the guy leaves. How do we navigate this? How do we attract by being sexy, but respected as a potential partner? Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan
When looking for love, oftentimes our securities get in the way. We don't feel like we measure up to the ideal boyfriend because of what we lack. Is what we're telling ourselves entirely true? Or are we ready for love even when we're a work in progress? Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddking Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/JarrodDKing/ Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #datingadvice #relationshipadvice
You got your circle and your man, but can they coexist? In a perfect world, many would like it if their friends could be cool with their significant other, but it doesn't always pan out that way. We discuss whether it's a requirement and give advice on keeping the peace between the two camps. Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/JarrodDKing/ Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #relationshipadvice #datingtips
You've heard the "Sorry I've just been so busy" excuse, but is it genuine? Why does it seem like they have time for everything else in the world except for building on the initial interest you both had in each other? The hosts discuss this, give you some answers, and it gets a little feisty! Visit our blog for a deeper look at what we discuss: http://www.jarroddking.com/blog Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/JarrodDKing/ Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #relationshipadvice #datingtips
Ever wanted your relationship with a friend to be something more? It's a tough spot to be in because you never know just what their reaction will be once you share your feelings. We discuss how you got into the friend zone in the first place, if you should even broach the subject with your friend, and how to do it if you decide the answer is yes. Purchase your own Leaning Masculine or Leaning Feminine Tee today: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BoyFriendsShop?ref=shop_sugg Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/JarrodDKing/ Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #relationshipadvice #datingtips
Oftentimes we're told that we have to be happy by ourselves and with ourselves before we can find love, but is that true? In our first (and hopefully only) virtual conversation, the co-hosts mull over this question and provide answers to aid you in your journey. Visit our blog for a deeper look at what we discuss: http://www.jarroddking.com/blog Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/JarrodDKing/ Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #datingadvice #relationshipadvice
We're currently on a holiday break, but we will be back with more episodes starting January 10th. In the meantime you can go to instagram.com/jarroddking to tune into the Instagram Live Q+A we did just last night. Stay tuned for more!
When trying to attract a potential date or boyfriend, many times we question if who we are is enough. We explore femininity vs. masculinity, what attracts what, and help you come to an understanding about how to behave when trying to attract the man of your dreams. Hosts: Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/JarrodDKing/ Sarun Chan | @sarun.nuras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarun.nuras/ Melvin Foreman | @melvin_foreman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melvin_foreman/ Renee Montalvan | @renee_vanessa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/renee_vanessa/ Tony Purnell | @tonypurnelllightworker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tonypurnelllightworker/ Music Credit: Like A Polaroid - Spazz Cardigan #datingadvice #gaymen #relationshipadvice