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Purse First is the podcast about the culture of femme rap.

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    • Apr 4, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 80 EPISODES

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    The Purse First podcast is an absolute delight for any fan of hip hop and pop culture. Hosted by Pierre and Sesali, this podcast feels like a KiKi with your homegirls. With a perfect blend of tea, critique, and interviews, each episode keeps you engaged from start to finish. Episode 4 in particular stands out as a gem, revealing the keys to the kingdom. Whether you're a long-time fan of the Freaky Boiz music or Sesali's writing, this combo of Pierre and Sesali is sure to satisfy your cravings for insightful discussions on femme hip hop.

    One of the best aspects of The Purse First podcast is the deep dive into femme rap without any fluff or misogyny. Pierre and Sesali are not only contributors but also critics of the culture, providing honest and refreshing coverage that we don't often hear enough of. Coming from Chicago, their unique perspective adds an extra layer to their analysis. This podcast offers a thrilling take on pop culture and everything in between, making it perfect for listening during work breaks or unwinding with a glass of cognac in the evenings. You'll feel like you're part of a close-knit family hanging out after all the guests have left, where no topic is off-limits.

    While The Purse First podcast excels in many areas, there are minimal downsides to note. Some listeners may prefer a different style or tone when it comes to podcasting, but that ultimately comes down to personal preference. The occasional interruption or tangent can also occur during conversations between Pierre and Sesali, which might slightly detract from the flow of an episode. However, these minor imperfections hardly affect the overall enjoyment and value that this podcast brings.

    In conclusion, The Purse First podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in women and femme rappers in hip hop. Pierre and Sesali's chemistry shines through in every episode as they deliver hilarious and engaging conversations. Their focus on highlighting femme rap artists outside of the mainstream is commendable. By documenting and dissecting this pivotal moment in history, Purse First is making a significant contribution to the culture. This podcast is open, raw, and full of energy, keeping you both entertained and informed about the hip hop world. Don't miss out on being an official baddie amongst the Purse First family!



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    Latest episodes from Purse First

    Bonus Episode featuring Pinky Doll!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 17:21


    Pierre and Sesali sat down with viral TikTok creator Pinky Doll who just joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop Miami and is pursuing music. This special bonus episode of Purse First was made in partnership with VH1.Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @PrinceCharmingP. Follow #pursefirstshow on socials: @PurseFirstShow

    Episode 70: Best of 2024 (Season 5 Finale!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 36:46


    Purse First Show's annual Best of Awards is here! Today is the day Sesali and Pierre decide who will take home wins for Best New Artist, Most Innovative Artist, Verse of the Year, Song of the Year, Baddest Bitch of the Year, Best Episode of Purse First, and the Paper Trail Race. Thank you for another amazing season of Purse First, the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp. Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content!Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 69: Memory Lane

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 24:05


    This week Pierre and Sesali are going back to 2021 to listen to the pilot episode of First Purse. Spoiler alert: Not much has changed. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp. Watch a video recording of this episode on the ⁠Purse First YouTube⁠ channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content!Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram ⁠@PurseFirstShow⁠.

    Episode 68: Love & Hip Hop Gworls

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 30:50


    This week, in honor of the Season 6 premiere of Love & Hip Hop Miami, Pierre and Sesali are taking a look at all the rap girls who have graced the franchise over the years. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp. Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content!Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 67: Chromakopia

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 53:47


    This week Pierre and Sesali are reviewing Tyler, the Creator's very emotional new album, Chromakopia.  Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content!Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Our Review Of Chromakopia

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 2:27


    If you want to listen to Episode 67: Chromakopia early, it's available right now on Patreon!

    Episode 66: Featuring Shar Jossell

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 45:07


    Sesali and Pierre are joined by award-winning journalist and president of the Los Angeles chapter of NABJ, Shar Jossell. She is lending her news lady voice to talk about the rap girls she knows (Lil' Kim, Megan Thee Stallion, and Caresha) and the ones she doesn't (Anycia, Monaleo, and Bbymutha). Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp).  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 65: Megan Act II & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 36:46


    Happy Halloween! Pierre and Sesali are in costume to talk about the rap girls taking over Homecoming season, Caresha's Hood Oprah tribute, but mostly Megan Thee Stallion's Act II. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 64: The Doll Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 21:47


    This week Sesali and Pierre are taking a trip down memory to talk about the Doll Wars where rappers Kash Doll, Dream Doll, Asian Doll, and Cuban Doll made the moniker its own little battleground. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 63: Glorious!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 55:18


    Pierre and Sesali couldn't wait to review Glorilla's debut album, Glorious! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 62: Da Baddest Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 48:11


    Pierre is interviewing journalist and trap authoress, Sesali Bowen about collaborating with Trina on her new memoir, Da Baddest! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel! Hear exclusive bonus content and support the show by joining out Patreon.

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    Episode 61: Monaleo Throwin Bows

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 47:59


    This week Pierre and Sesali are reviewing Monaleo's new mixtape, Throwin Bows. They're also discussing Yung Miami's triumphant return to Caresha Please.  Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Bonus Episode: Pink Friday 2 Tour Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 11:59


    We took a break this week! So we're offering a mini episode about Pierre's experience at the second leg of Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday 2 tour. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 60: 2024 VMAs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 41:37


    Sesali and Pierre and recapping the 2024 MTV VMA's, hosted by Megan Thee Stallion. This year's event left a lot to be desired for lovers of hip hop. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by author Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp, one half of the legendary Freaky Boiz. Watch the video podcast on the Purse First YouTube channel. Get early access to episodes and exclusive bonus content on Patreon.

    Episode 59: Revisiting 'Tina Snow'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 42:05


    In honor of Megan Thee Stallion hosting this year's VMA's Pierre and Sesali are revisiting her breakthrough 2018 mixtape, Tina Snow.  Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by author Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and Pierre Phipps @princecharmingp, one half of the legendary Freaky Boiz. Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 58: Alligator Bites Never Heal

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 50:04


    This week Pierre and Sesali are reviewing Doechii's latest project, Alligator Bites Never Heal. What does this project say about female rap and the industry in general? Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp).  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 57: Best Female Rap Collabs Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 47:16


    This week Pierre and Sesali are reviewing some of their favorite female rap collabs of all time. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp).  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 56: The Realest Bitch In Rap

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 32:30


    Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and "Prince" Pierre Phipps.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow. Follow Pierre @PrinceCharmingP & Sesali @badfatblackgirl

    Episode 55: Sugar Honey Iced Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 69:04


    This week Pierre and Sesali share their honest thoughts on Latto's new studio album, Sugar Honey Iced Tea.  Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and "Prince" Pierre Phipps.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 54: The Missy Elliott Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 32:42


    This week Sesali and Pierre are doing a deep dive into the legendary Missy Elliott. They've officially crowned her the real queen of hip hop. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and "Prince" Pierre Phipps.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 53: City Cinderella & Y2K!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 50:06


    This week the rap girl auntie and uncle are discussing JT's first solo mixtape, City Cinderella, and Ice Spice's debut studio album, Y2K! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and "Prince" Pierre Phipps.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 52: Featuring King of Reads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 73:21


    Sesali and Pierre are joined by YouTuber and cultural commentator Justin a.k.a King of Reads to talk about Sexyy Red's brand, Megan Thee Stallion's flow, JT's solo launch and the real reason the rap girls aren't selling concert tickets. Check him out on YouTube. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and "Prince" Pierre Phipps.  Watch a video recording of this episode on the Purse First YouTube channel! Join our Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content! Follow #pursefirstshow on Instagram @PurseFirstShow.

    Episode 51: Show Gworld

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 40:25


    This week Sesali and Pierre are discussing their favorite queer and female rap performers and performances, from Lil Nas X and Doja Cat to Tierra Whack and Left Eye. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about the girls and gays and rap hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp). For early access and exclusive content, check us out on Patreon. You can also watch this episode on YouTube.

    Episode 50: Season 5 Premiere!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 52:41


    Sesali & Pierre are officially back for Season 5 of Purse First, the only podcast exclusively about the girls and gays who rap! They're catching up on music rollouts from JT, Megan Thee Stallion, Glorilla, Monaleo, Latto, and KentheMan; rating this year's BET's performances, which included Ice Spice and Doechii; and congratulating Maiya the Don, Lay Bankz, and ScarLip on their XXL Freshman Class honors.

    Bonus Episode: Trina's New Memoir with Sesali + R.I.P. City Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 59:47


    Da Baddest has written a memoir with our very own Sesali! She and Pierre talk about telling Trina's story for the upcoming book, City Girl's beed, GloRilla slapping rap bitches, Cardi B clocking Ice Spice, and more! Pre-order Da Baddest by Katrina "Trina" Taylor with Sesali Bowen. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Bonus Episode: Rockstarr Music Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 66:13


    Pierre and Sesali went to Miami to cover Trina's Rockstarr Music Festival. They interviewed Maiya the Don, Jessica Dime, Taylor Moon, Billy the GOAT, Zoey Brinxx, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Bonus Episode: "Hiss" vs. "Big Foot"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 72:14


    The Biggest Barb and the Head Hottie had to come off of their hibernation to weigh in on Megan Thee Stallion vs. Nicki Minaj. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 49: Best of 2023 Awards (Season 4 Finale!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 66:45


    It's the end of the year and Sesali and Pierre are giving the girls their 10s for a job well done. See who won for album, verse, song, performance, and music video of the year. Plus who won this year's Paper Trail Race? Who was their best new artist? And who was the baddest of them all? Happy holidays and thank you all for a great season! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 48: Revisiting Cardi B's 'Invasion of Privacy' Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 46:41


    Yes, Sesali and Pierre are revisiting the iconic debut from international superstar, and regular, degular schmegular girl from the Bronx, Cardi B. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 47: Pink Friday 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 60:38


    Nicki Minaj has finally blessed the kingdom with her highly anticipated 4th studio album! Now on this Pink Thursday, Sesali and Pierre are giving their full honest thoughts! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 46: Where Are the Gays?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 37:36


    It's time for Pierre and Sesali to have a serious conversation about the state of gay rap. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 45: November Rewind

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 51:41


    It's the last monthly recap of 2023! Pierre and Sesali talk new releases, Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday 2 rollout, 2024 Grammy nominations, Cardi B's collab with Patti LaBelle and more! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Happy Thanksgiving! Cobra Reaction Sneak Peak

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 6:03


    Sesali and Pierre are taking the week off for Thanksgiving but they HAD to talk about "Cobra" first. Check them out on Patreon to hear the full reaction and subscribe to their YouTube channel. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 44: Fashion Killas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 25:51


    This week Pierre and Sesali are talking about the best-dressed girls in rap! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 43: Rubi Rose & The Baddie Curse

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 33:25


    This week Pierre and Sesali are doing a deep dive on Rubi Rose's rap career and why she might be so underrated. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 42: October Rewind

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 45:39


    Sexyy Red's pregnancy, sex tape, and Trump views. Nicki Minaj's album getting pushed back. Tasha K still has to pay Cardi. Kaliii new mixtape. City Girls potentially breaking up. The list goes on. This is Pierre and Sesali's October Rewind! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 41: Best Feature Verses

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 34:07


    This week Pierre and Sesali are going over some of their favorite female rap feature verses! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 40: Rap Girls & Stan Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 32:47


    We're finally breaking down stan culture, fandoms, and the impact they're having on the rap girlies. Beyhive and Barbs, we're looking at you. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 39: Revisiting Nicki Minaj's 'Queen' Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 33:12


    We're finally doing a deep dive into Nicki Minaj's controversial 'Queen' album! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 38: September Rewind

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 57:05


    For our first monthly recap video we're talking Doja Cat's 'Scarlet', GloRilla dropping the rakes, Megan Thee Stallion's Seize the Awkward campaign, where we think Nicki Minaj "Big Difference" is headed with the new album, and more!  Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠Patreon⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 37: Where Did BIA Come From? + HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 21:34


    This week Pierre and Sesali are investigating the mysterious rap career of BIA. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our ⁠Patreon⁠. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    EPISODE 36: Rap Girls In Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 36:16


    Pierre and Sesali are doing a rundown of rap girls that have appeared in films. One of them was playing herself, one of them, deserves an Oscar, and one of them made the best-selling female rap album of all time. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our Patreon. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 35: Sexyy Red, The Chosen One

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 71:24


    This week: Pierre switched up and decided to cape for Iggy Azealea. Asian joined the hoe team and Azealia Banks is upset. Is Cardi B Black? Akbar V has interesting feet. For our main dish, we are sharing our honest thoughts on Sexyy Redd! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our Patreon. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 34: The Hood Bitch Renaissance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 71:59


    The rap game is being dominated by the girls in the hood and we love it! but does the music industry know what to do with them? Does it matter? We're also talking about Doja Cat joining the IIlluminati, Joseline Hernandez's new single, why Pierrre doesn't want to watch the VMA's with Sesali, and the 10 year prison sentence of Megan Thee Stallion's biggest opp. Our Patrons are being treated to a seething read of Iggy Azalea and Stefflon Don for supporting him. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our Patreon. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 33: Back to 304'n

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 51:55


    This week we're reviewing KentheMan's first project since being signed to RocNation. We also have one drops from Ice Spice and Cardi, a defense of Flo Milli, and a review of Latto's acting debut. Our patrons are gettnig a justification of Yung Miami and her son being ghetto and us addressing whatever is going on with Doja cat.  Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp)! Support us and get early access to episodes and exclusive content by joining our Patreon. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch us in action and follow us on Instagram & TikTok @pursefirstshow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 32: Ice Spice & These Gen Z Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 64:07


    This week we're doing a deep dive on Ice Spice and the power of Gen Z in female hip-hop. We're also celebrating KentheMan signing to RocNation, JT's solo debut, and more! We are the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp) Support Purse First by joining our Patreon! Subscribe to our Youtube channel to watch us in action Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @pursefirstshow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 31: Leap of Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 122:52


    Purse First is back like we never left! This week we're finally discussing the Megan Thee Stallion case and the artists that we're most excited about for 2023 including Maiya the Don, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Monaleo, and Doja Cat! We are the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@princecharmingp) Support Purse First by joining our Patreon! Subscribe to our Youtube channel to watch us in action Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @pursefirstshow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pursefirstshow/message

    Episode 30: Purse First Best of 2022 Awards!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 43:21


    It's our Dirty 30th episode, the Season 3 finale, and the first ever Purse First Best Of the year awards. We are honoring the female and queer rappers that carried this year!

    Episode 29: In GloRilla We Trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 44:33


    Happy Thanksgiving! We're talking Grammy nominations, AMA's, the rise of our niece GloRilla, and Latto ghostwriting. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and Pierre Phipps. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can get bonus content, like album and music video reviews by supporting us on Patreon.

    Episode 28: The Sound of Silence

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 34:17


    The rap girls stopped beefing to enjoy Halloween and Purse First is not mad at it. RIP Takeoff. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and Pierre Phipps. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can get bonus content, like album and music video reviews by supporting us on Patreon.

    Episode 27: Double Agents & The IT Factor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 99:29


    This week co-hosts expose a double agent in the Barbz organization and discuss the star quality of people like Caresha and why it matters in the industry. Lakeyah's tour, Nicki Minaj's Grammy nomination drama, her beef with Latto and how Sukihana and Chika got involved are also on the docket. Enjoy! Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen and Pierre Phipps. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can get bonus content, like album and music video reviews by supporting us on Patreon.

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