Happy To Be Here

For this season finale, we're getting spooky. In this episode, I'll be discussing media that truly frightened me–not just jump scares. I'll be talking about media like Skinamarink (2022), Ethel Cain's Perverts, Junji Ito's Manga, and more. I'll also be discussing the ways that media creates a scary atmosphere. What makes something scary?If you like horror movies and are fascinated by how they create fear, this episode is for you. Sources:"creating suspense in horror films – a video essay” by Academy of Edits “the scariest genre of horror” - 4 Plus “What Makes a Movie Scary” - Now You See It “Are You Becoming Immune to Horror?” - Crowmudgeon

This week on H2BH, I have a wonderful new guest on the show with me! They're the host of the podcast, Long Arm Stapler, an artist, a zine maker, and they're happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Maira!We discuss how Maira got into zines, the favorite zines they've made, how zines are a unique art form, and how they can be a way to organize/spread information. We also discuss podcasting, the importance of community, and how these topics intersect. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely returning guest on the show. She's a Cancer sun, a teen librarian, a light in my life, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Claire! This week, we're discussing librarianship: working with kids vs. teens, why libraries are important now more than ever, and our role as librarians during this time. We will also rank famous children's book characters in a meme chart ranging from lawful good to chaotic evil. Tune in!

*Spongebob Narrator Voice* 4 YEARS LATER... Welcome to the 4-year anniversary episode of my podcast, Happy 2 Be Here! In this episode, I reflect on my journey with the podcast and the growth I've made over the past four years. This episode also features a special segment: Which well-known TV characters would have a good podcast, and would I tune in? I'll go through characters like Sue Sylvester and Phil Dunphy and share my thoughts.Thank you to all the guests who have been on my show, it's always a pleasure. You have helped make the show what it is! A special thank you to my listeners. You are all so special to me. I am happy to be here with all of you.

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful returning guest on the show with me. She's the host of The Quarter Life Happy Hour podcast, a Virgo, she's one of my besties, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Davita! This week we're talking all about the Oscars! We share our predictions for who we think will win, some films we feel should have been nominated this year, and our favorite Oscar-nominated films from this year. Tune in!

For this week's episode, I have a lovely returning guest back on the show with me. She's a libra, one of my very best friends, a self-proclaimed certified yapper, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Mackenzie! In this episode, we're covering a lot of ground. We discuss logging off social media & knowing when to step back, saying fuck you to "body trends" & social media algorithms pushing said "body trends," weight lifting, and why we should party more. We also envision our ideal night out from the pregame to the last bar of the night. Tune in!

This week it's Valentine's Day. So this week it's all about rom coms. I'll be discussing what sets a rom com apart from a comedy movie and a romance movie.I am avid lover/watcher of rom coms, so I thought I'd put my knowledge up to the test. I will be placing various rom coms into the following categories: lawful good, neutral good, chaotic good, lawful neutral, true neutral, chaotic neutral, lawful evil, neutral evil, and chaotic evil. Join me for an episode of v-day fun!

This week, I have a wonderful returning guest joining me. They are a consultant, a pop music enthusiast, a true delight, and they're happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Ray! This episode is all about the Grammys! We will be discussing Grammy snubs in the past, criteria for nominations, and who we think will win. Will Charli go spring breakers? Will there be a Chappell sweep? Tune in to hear what we think!

On this episode, I am diving into the reasons I decided to delete the app on everybody's mind: TikTok. While my account is still up (as a personal digital archive of my 20s), I decided to remove myself from participating and viewing any more content. From the overload of ads to algorithms, I go on a deep dive into how TikTok's content has changed for me and others. Since the personal is political, I also discuss the U.S. government's attempts to censor TikTok, limit free speech, and how censorship can be a slippery slope. Whether you're on the fence about deleting the app or maybe you want to hear about the changes in TikTok since its creation, tune in for a one-on-one with me.

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful returning guest! She's a light in my life, a former barista, a law student, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Allie! For this week, we're talking about the downfall of Starbucks. From spicy refreshers to switching CEOs in a little over a year to attempting boba, Starbucks has been flailing. As former baristas, we have something to say about it! We'll be discussing their flopped drinks, the most underrated drinks, what we think the future of Starbucks holds, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I am joined on the show by a lovely new guest. She works with me at the library, she's an avid reader, a true delight, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Hannah! This week we are discussing our top 5 reads of 2024. We're also sharing books we were disappointed in that came out last year. Looking ahead, we're sharing books we're looking forward to reading this year. Grab your TBR and tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest joining me on the show. They are full of queer joy, always making me laugh, had a brief stint as a reality TV star, and they're happy to be here! Welcome to the show, Nathan. We are discussing all things Christmas and Reality TV: Nathan's appearance on a reality TV show, Milf Manor, The Ultimatum, and more! This episode also features a new segment: Gay or Nay. We guess the sexualities of your beloved Christmas characters like the Grinch, Hermey, the conductor from Polar Express, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely returning guest joining me on the pod. She's the host of The Quarter Life Happy Hour, she's a virgo, a pop culture queen, and she's happy to be here! Welcome back to the show, Davita.  This week we're talking about Wicked: Arianna Grande's performance, who will take home the awards this year, and our overall thoughts. We're also discussing Sabrina Carpenter's Christmas Special, the end of the Eras Tour, and more! Tune in! 

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful returning guest back on the show! They're a Gemini, host of the podcast, Queers These Days, a fellow lesbian, and they're happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Piper!” This week we're talking gay holiday movies. Topics discussed include: Is Carol a Christmas movie? Why do Kristen Stewart and Aubrey Plaza not end up together in Happiest Season? This episode also features a live Tarot Card reading from Piper. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest. She works with me at the library, she always makes me laugh, and she's happy to be here! Welcome to the show, Frances! This week we're discussing the bleak political landscape post election and how we're still holding onto hope. On the other hand, we also discuss the bleak landscape of dating, the absence of casual dating, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely returning guest on the show! They're a Sagittarius, full of queer joy, a musical artist, and they're happy to be here! Welcome back to the show, Mila La Lorena. For this episode, we're talking movies: top movies of 2024, movies we feel should be a part of the queer canon, movies with queer characters we love, and more! Tune in.

For this week's episode, I have a wonderful new guest. They are a consultant, they make me laugh, and they're always ready to talk pop culture. Welcome to the show, Ray! This week we're discussing iconic pop star flop eras: Pop stars who have had album(s) that didn't quite hit the mark. But that led to some iconic moments. We're talking about everyone from Katy Perry to Jennifer Lopez. Tune in!

On this week's spooky episode, we have a brand new guest joining me on the show. They're creative, talented, a bundle of queer joy, and they're happy to be here! Welcome to the show, Madeline. This week we're discussing The Substance, Barbarian, and other horror movie favs. We also share our worst and best Halloween costumes, from dressing up as a beaver to Shego. Tune in, if you dare.

On this week's episode, we have a fan favorite returning to the show. She's a Virgo, a student, never afraid to speak her mind, and she's happy to be here! Welcome back to the show, Kayla! This week we're discussing the SWEAT TOUR, ranking our favs on Charli's new remix album (and our least favs), why concerts are so expensive (that's lame), and more. Tune in!

Welcome to Season 6! Starting off this season with a lovely returning guest. She's a gemini, an archivist, and a pop music connoisseur. Welcome back to the show, Hanna! This week we're discussing the era of the pop girl: how pop stars like Charli XCX and Chappell Roan have risen to mainstream fame so quickly and face higher expectations and standards. We also discuss parasocial relationships, reading at concerts, and more. Tune in!

It's Brat Summer and it's a new special episode of Happy 2 Be Here. . . with a new special guest. She's a Pisces, she's an icon, a good friend of mine for many years, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Claire! Tune in for all things BRAT: Brat explained, favorite tracks, pop culture duos that we think should work it out on the remix, and more. SEASON 6 COMING THIS FALL

On this season finale, I am joined by a wonderful new guest. She's a college student, an athlete, a Taurus, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Brie! Brie shares her experience as a woman in STEM, and we discuss how women are treated differently in sports, STEM, and in life. We also discuss tattoos, moving back in with your parents, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I am joined on the pod by a wonderful new guest. He's a life coach, host of the podcast, Be You Do You, and a soon to be clinical counselor. Welcome to the show, Sam! Sam shares his journey of transitioning, the inner work he's done, how he invested in himself, and more. We also discuss community building through podcasting, importance of vulnerability, and more. Tune in! Be You Do You Podcast

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest joining me on the show! We went to graduate school together, and she is a lovely children's librarian. She's also a cancer sun sign, a baddie, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Claire! We discuss transitioning from grad school to full time work, the lack of 3rd spaces, what we love about being children's librarians, shortcomings of capitalism, and more. Tune in!

For this week's episode, I am joined by a lovely new guest. She's a queer author, a romance-genre book connoisseur, an advocate of happy-ever-afters, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Dana! Dana shares how her path lead her to becoming an author and shares her first experience reading queer literature. This week we're talking about the importance of positive queer representation in media, romance topes, our fav queer authors, and more. Tune in! Dana Hawkins Website | Instagram | Books

On this week's episode, I am joined by a lovely new guest. She's an international burlesque sensation, a business owner, a Cancer sun sign, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Perle Noire! Perle shares her journey to burlesque and one of her favorite performances. We discuss healing your inner child, self-seduction, claiming your legacy, and more. Tune in! Healing Through Seduction | Follow Perle Noire on Instagram

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest. She's an artist, a comic, a Taurus, the owner & instructor of BrushCapades, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Anjl! Anjl shares her journey starting her company, BrushCapades, and now she teaches classes virtually across the globe! We discuss the importance of creativity, why comedy is so vital, how everyone can be an artist, connecting through vulnerability, and more. Follow Anjl Rodee on Instagram | BrushCapades

On this week's episode, I am joined by the one and only, Davita Jo. She's an icon, host of the podcast The Quarter Life Happy Hour, a red-haired beauty, the Virgo to my Libra, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Dav! This week we're talking about Valentine's Day: social media posting, straight & queer couples celebrating the holiday, the importance of female friendships, and more. We also discuss Taylor's upcoming album, getting proposed to on holidays (yay or nay), Instagram accounts for babies, and more. Tune in! Follow the QLHH on Instagram and Buzzsprout.

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful new guest on the show with me. She's an archivist, an avid book reader, a Gemini, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Hanna! This week we're talking about our top 3 books of 2023, 4 books we're excited for in 2024, romance tropes in novels, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful returning guest on the show with me. They're a Gemini sun, host of the podcast, Queers These Days, a fellow lesbian, and they're happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Piper! This week we're wearing pink and talking all about Mean Girls (2024): Regina George being a lesbian, intense homoerotic-competitive friendships in cinema, changes in the new movie, and more. We also guess Regina's astrological chart and other main character's charts in the film. Tune in!

On this week, I have a wonderful new guest on the show with me! She's a Virgo sun, a model, an icon, and she's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Jules! This week we're talking all about astrology: how the different element signs interact, which signs have the best & worst pr, underrated signs, getting your palms read, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest on the show. They're a sexologist, they're a fellow Libra, the host of the podcast, Blood Slut, and they're happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Gem! This week we're talking all about taboo topics: periods, labias, shame, patriarchy, and more. Gem also shares how they got into sexology, their journey, and more. Tune in! Listen to Gem's Podcast: Blood Slut Podcast Find Gem on Social Media: TikTok Instagram Free resources:  https://iamawildgem.com/menstrual-blood-ritual https://iamawildgem.com/womb-healing-immersion Outie Sanctuary Membership: ⁠https://iamawildgem.com/outie-sanctuary-membership⁠ Period self-care guide:  https://iamawildgem.com/shop Sex Coaching: https://iamawildgem.com/sex-coaching

On this week's episode, I have a lovely returning guest on the show. She's a Virgo, an Insta baddie, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Mackenzie! Mackenzie shares her experience navigating labels and her experience with the label asexuality. We also discuss changing/growing identities in your 20s, growth, people asking probing questions about your sexuality, fumbling through your 20s, navigating adult life, and more. Tune in!

On this episode, I have a lovely returning guest on the show with me. She's a a Taurus, a soon-to-be college grad, a hottie, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show Allie! This week we're talking NYE: being in a couple vs. being single, where does it rank among other holidays, is NYE a romantic holiday, and more! It's time for a 2023 pop culture wrap up! We're talking about celebrity couples this year, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Gwyneth Paltrow getting sued, and more. Tune in! Happy New Year

On this week's episode, I am joined by the one and only: Cairo Ali!!! They are a season one OG guest, they're a drag queen, a Virgo, and they're happy to be here. This week we're talking about queer icons: writers, musicians, drag queens, actors, and more! We also discuss adulthood, Jennifer Lopez's Virgo slander, George Santos, and more. Tune in!  Find Cairo Ali on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠!

On this week's episode, I am joined by a wonderful returning guest. She's a cancer sun, an imminent college graduate, a fashion sustainability queen, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Lexy! This week we're talking about Lexy's petition to end the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising's partnership with SHEIN & the environmental harms of fast fashion. Lexy also shares her experience at fashion week in London and Paris! Tune in for an episode about fashion and caring for our planet with what we wear. Sign Lexy's petition Sororities Unite: Ditch SHEIN, Protect Our Health, Environment, and Ethics! To learn more => Check out this article from Sixth Tone about SHEIN's shady labor practices

On this week's episode, I am joined by the one and only Davita Jo! She's a Virgo, host of the podcast The Quarter Life Happy Hour/podcast baddie, one of my best friends, and she's happy to be here. This week we're talking about Matt Rife, punching down comedy, the impact of jokes about yourself vs. jokes about someone else, identity & comedy, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I am joined by a wonderful new guest. He's a Cancer sun, an artist, a creator, a college student, and he's happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Syd! This week we're discussing zines, art, getting messy with art, queer creation, creating art with friends, and more. Tune in! Order a copy of GENDERBENDER ZINE here!

For this week's episode, I have a wonderful new guest on the show. She's a full-time book publicist, a part-time writer, a Scorpio, and she's happy to be here! Welcome to the show, Amelia! We're discussing Amelia's new book, Lesbian Love Story, what it means to be a lesbian, lesbian visibility, Boy Genius, and more. Tune in! Purchase Lesbian Love Story here.

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest joining me on the show. She's a college student, an Aries, a college student, a baddie, and she's happy to be here. This week we're talking about situationships: the stages, lack of communication, lack of boundaries, and more. We're also talking breakups, working out, and changing friendships in your 20s. Cely and I give you our top ten break-up songs from angsty to sad to healing. Tune in! Check out our breakup playlist here.

It's the 100th episode!!!!!!! Who else would I have on for the 100th episode other than Davita Jo. She's the host of the podcast, The Quarter Life Happy Hour, she's one of my best friends, and she's happy to be here. As we reflect on 100 episodes, Davita and I discuss our growth as podcasters and as people. We also discuss our different TS eras and what TS era we're in right now. Big *HUGE* thank you to everyone who's listened or supported me & my show through the years. I appreciate it more than you know

On this week's episode, I have a returning guest on the show. She's a libra, a baddie, one of my best friends, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Mackenzie! This week we're talking relationships, dating, & love bombing: the different signs, financial vs. emotional love bombing, and our experiences with it. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a lovely new guest on the show with me. He's an artist, an actor, the host of the podcast The Gustavo David Show, and she's happy to be here! Welcome to the show, David. This week we're talking about gender, liberation, labels: who are they for?, homophobia in the U.S. & Panama, and more. Tune in!

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful guest returning from S4: They're a lesbian, a Gemini, the host of the podcast Queers These Days, and they're happy to be here! Welcome back to the show, Piper. We're talking all things lesbian: what it means to be a lesbian, early encounters with lesbianism, lesbian visibility, and our picks on our ultimate lesbian playlist. Tune in!

It's season 5!!!! My name's Kate and I'm truly happy to be back recording for you. For this season premiere, I have a lovely returning guest on the show with me. She's queer, a Virgo, always speaking her mind, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show Kayla! We're here to talk about incels, patriarchy, de-centering men and marriage, women who hate other women, and more. Tune in!

We're finally here at the finale episode!!!!! *Truly* can't believe we've reached the end of season four. For this episode, I'm joined by one of THE original guests of the show. She's a baddie, a drag queen, and she's happy to be here. Welcome back to the show, Jayme! Jayme catches us up with what's new and how her drag journey is going. Of course, we are keeping up with our tradition and reviewing Target's 2023 pride collection: slay or nay? We review different products ranging from t-shirts to home decor. Tune in! Note: This episode was recorded in early May before Target started receiving major backlash for their pride collection. Some of the items we reviewed have been recalled. This is extremely disappointing, and I hope corporations like Target can do better. - Follow Jamye on Insta

This week's episode is another segment of Kate's Korner. On these solo episodes, I talk about topics I don't always get to cover with my guests and I talk about what's on my mind right now. It's pride month, and I wanted to talk about everything happening right now in the LGBTQIA+ community. While I love glitter, rainbows, and gay bars, pride month is also about recognizing queer pain and the struggles we're going through as a community and individually. I discuss the rise of anti-trans and homophobic legislation in the United States and countries like Uganda. I also discuss the importance of queer friendships and being in queer spaces that accept and support you. During pride month, I also find myself reflecting on my past, so I share parts of my coming out journey. Tune in!

Something new is happening this week on HTBH!!! My podcast confidant and the host of the Quarter Life Happy Hour, Davita Jo, collaborated for a special two-part episode recapping Netflix's newest messiest reality dating series, "The Ultimatum: Queer Love." Check out the first episode on Davita's show for a recap of episodes 1-4. On this episode, we'll be discussing the new couples, all the drama that's ensued, who we think will end up with who, guessing each contestant's zodiac sign, and more! We'll also be discussing topics like sapphic dating, gender identity, avoidant personalities, and more. Stream the Quarter Life Happy Hour on Spotify and Buzzsprout Find the Quarter Life Happy Hour on Instagram

On this week's episode, I have a wonderful new guest on the show with me. They're a nonbinary lesbian, a Gemini, the host of the podcast, Queers These Days, and they're happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Piper! Piper shares their journey coming out *twice*, discovering their identities, and more. We also discuss our experiences as nonbinary lesbians, gender presentation, families and coming out, and more. Tune in for an authentic conversation about identity and being your authentic self.

On this week's episode, I am joined by a lovely new guest. They are a self-relationship coach, queer, the host of their own podcast Bitches, Witches and Queers, and they're happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Christina Carlson! Christina shares about their podcast, self-relationships, and more. They also talk about their personal self-relationship journey and how queerness is their spirituality. We also discuss what being nonbinary means to us, freeing ourselves from labels and boxes, intersectionality, going against people-pleasing tendencies, and the human desire to be seen. Tune in! Check out Christina's Podcast, Bitches, Witches and Queers Check out their website

On this week's episode, I have a new guest on the pod with me! He's a rapper, performer, infamous astrologist, and he's happy to be here. Welcome to the show Chrysocolla Sifi!!! We discuss his podcast Nug and Nay Night which he hosts with his friend, Sister Leonne. Sifi also shares his creative journey as a performer & rapper, and he shares the story behind his stage name. Of course, we discuss astrology: our fav signs, signs we're not a fan of, and more! Tune in. Check out Chrysocolla Sifi on Instagram Listen to their music on Spotify