Que Dijo? A Queer Latino Podcast

Join us as we venture out the studio and take you for a ride in our car. As we drive, we hit record and discuss navigating friendships and family in adulthood and how being the bigger person may not always be the best solution during hardships. No video for this week's episodeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokMusic Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

Welcome Becky and Donna to Que Dijo! This week, we reminisce growing up in a Mexican household, play "You Know You're Mexican When..." and laugh at the crazy sh*t our parents said to us during our childhood. All while under the influence, of course. All for your listening pleasure.Watch full episode on YouTube Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokMusic Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

We surveyed fellow allies on social media, as well as family and friends, and asked if they had any unanswered questions that they may have hesitated to ask a gay guy.Watch full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokMusic Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.comNightchaser by Shane Evers @ https://www.silvermansound.com

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Jenny is back! This week, we're playing "Thoughts On the Rocks." We'll be drawing topics from a bucket and if any subject is too controversial or spicy for us to handle, we have to take a sip of our drink. Prepare for some chaotic and messy a$$ conversations!Topics covered: straight pride, pursuing relationships with DL people, queerbaiting, body counts, coming out, and other personal questions regarding our s*x lives. Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram & TikTokFollow Jenny on her Personal Instagram or Photography Page Music Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

This week, we're highlighting queer love with a special interview featuring Ingrid and Sheila, a pansexual couple who have been together for two and a half years. Join us as we unravel their story, exploring how they nurture each other's personal growth and overcome challenges. To wrap things up, we also play "Most Likely To" Couples Edition. Tune in to embrace the power of queer love and discover the beauty of their relationship.Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokListen to Sheila on Death Threats RadioFollow Death Threats Radio on InstagramSheila's InstagramIngrid's InstagramMusic Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

Erick's mother-in-law, Celia, is back in the studio! This week, they dive into Celia's remarkable transformation from being resistant to accepting her gay son's identity to becoming a passionate ally. They explore the challenges she faced, including her past mistakes and struggles, and how she eventually embraced her son with love and support. While there are numerous coming out stories out there, this episode takes a unique perspective by highlighting the journey of a parent with a queer child. Celia generously shares her valuable advice for parents, emphasizing the significance of self-education, open communication, and active listening. Get ready for an enlightening conversation that celebrates growth, understanding, and the power of a mother's love.Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokMusic Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

Happy First Day of Pride! This week's discussion revolves around rainbow washing corporations, and how to recognize genuine allies. Erick will also be presenting Rainbow Awards to our corporate overlords, recognizing outstanding achievements in categories like the Most Cringeworthy Pride Product and Most Inauthentic Ally.Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokQueer Owned & Proud Businesses:Bokksu: Website & InstagramKirrin Finch: Website & InstagramMoon Mother Apothecary: Website & InstagramResources:HRC's Corporate Equality Index Employer SearchSources:Target and Bud Light show hypocrisy of ‘corporate Pride'Target Pulls some LGBTQ+ merch from Pride Collection25 rainbow-flag waving companies that donated to anti-gay politiciansBud Light Anti-Trans BacklashTinder Trying to End LGBTQ+ Blood BansThe most impactful 2022 Pride campaignsAbsolute Continues 40+ Years of LGBTQ AllyshipMusic Used :Clowning Around by Shane Evers @ https://www.silvermansound.comSound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

Our Kickstarter to crowdfund Season 2 is officially live!Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeMusic Used :Through the Woods by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

Dropping in to say hi and give you some updates on Season 2. Check out Que Dijo on YouTube Instagram & TikTokMusic Used :Sound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

For this Season 1 finale, we're having a super mega gay game night! Erick and his friend Jenny play some queer-inspired games, all while under the influence, of course. All for your chaotic pleasure!Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Threads, & TikTokMusic Used :Clowning Around, Robotertanz, & Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

Erick and Raul share the story of their 9 year relationship and discuss what the future holds.Check out Que Dijo on YouTube, Instagram, Threads, & TikTok

It's midnight. Erick and Raul are cold-calling their straight family and friends to test their allyship and quiz them on LGBT+ slang. Watch this episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram & Tik TokListen to Erick's other podcast It's Giving Drag - A Rupaul's Drag Race Recap ShowMusic Used :Clowning Around by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

No full length episode this week, but popping in quickly to say Happy New Year and share some updates on Que Dijo for 2023!Check out Que Dijo on  YouTube, Tik Tok, and InstagramListen to Erick's other podcast It's Giving Drag - A Rupaul's Drag Race Recap ShowMusic :Groovy Funky Disco by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

It's Christmas Eve Eve Eve and this week Erick, his suegra—Celia—and Raul remember some of their fondest holiday memories and take a quiz to test their knowledge of Christmas traditions in Mexican culture.Watch the full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram & Tik TokMusic : Christmas Spirit by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSound Effects & Music from https://www.zapsplat.com

This week, Erick and Samantha read true crime stories that took place during the holidays while seeing who can build the best gingerbread house. Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram & Tik TokMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Erick, Raul, and Mikey continue their conversation on bottom shaming within the LGBT+ community and read comments from Que Dijo's TikTok videos.Watch this episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram & Tik TokMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Erick, Raul, and Mikey link up for a little gay therapy and discuss their critiques of the gay community in 2022. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Taking a week off this week to spend some time with family for Day of the Turkey, but want to quickly say hi!Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube

Back from his Mexican vacation, Erick recaps his trip and how he reconnected with his estranged father. His favorite suegra, Celia, also joins him in discussing some of the cultural differences between Mexico and America and the importance of remembering your roots. Lastly, Erick and Celia play a game of "Guess That Dicho" (Mexican Sayings)Watch full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram & Tik TokMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Why are people scared to talk about dying? What is the purpose of death? This week, Erick is back in the studio with his suegra and breast cancer survivor, Celia. Drink in hand, they sit back and remember the loved ones they've lost, come to terms with their mortality, and laugh hearing funny stories at funerals. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.comResources:- Seven Lessons I Have Learned From the Dying by Dr. Malhotra- Five Life Lessons I Learned from the Dying by Dr. Bluerock- How to Have Everyday Conversations About Death

What's the difference between brujas (witches) & curanderos (healers)? How do you know someone is performing black magic on you? This week, Erick and Sandra share their encounters with witchcraft, read 7 possible signs of a curse, and narrate stories from people who've been affected by brujeria. Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram and Tik TokMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

In Part 2, Erick and Raul freak themselves out and read three horrific stories of real life cults. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

How do you identify a cult? Why do people join them? How do leaders, corporations, and celebrities develop a cult-like following? In part 1 of this Cult episode, Erick and Raul read some of the characteristics of a cult and go over 7 addictions of the human mind that cult leaders manipulate to their advantage. References:Characteristics of a Cult7 Addictions of the Human MindCheck out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

In part 2 of this week's Ghost & Demons episode, Erick and Sheila listen and react to EVPs found on Reddit. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Muhahahaha! Turn off the lights and huddle under the blankets! Because in part 1 of this Ghosts & Demons episode, Erick and his favorite witch, Sheila, narrate four scary stories they found online and share their personal experiences with the paranormal—while under the influence, of course. All for your spooky pleasure. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic & Sound Effects from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Taking a week off this week, but wanted to quickly give you some updates on some upcoming episodes in October and say thank you for tuning into this show and following us on social media. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube

In part 2 of the Horror is Queer mini-series, Erick and Raul reveal the gay subtext in classic horror films, such as: Saw, Insidious, It Chapter 1, Carrie, and Friday the 13th. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

It's spooky season! Erick and Raul are back in the studio analyzing classic horror films and finding the gay subtext in them. They also discuss queer coding and share their opinions on why the horror genre is queer and resonates with the LGBT+ community. Films discussed in Part 1: Child's Play, The Exorcist, Silence of the Lambs, Jeepers Creepers, and Scream. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

“The hood" is not as bad as people make it out to be! In this episode, Erick and Sandra are sharing their tales from the barrio and recognizing how the hood has shaped them into the strong, proud Latinos they are today.Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Why are some Latinos ashamed of their roots? When they come to America, why are some of them embarassed to talk about where they are from? It's Hispanic Heritage Month and, this week, Erick's father-in-law, Raul Sr., is proudly sharing his story of migrating to the United States and the hard lessons he's learned along the way. Embrace your culture, mi gente! Don't let us fade away in America.Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

It's 2am. After a long day of wine tasting, Erick and Jackie hop on the mic and let it all hang out. In this hilariously chaotic episode, they reminisce on Mexican pop culture and the memories that defined their childhood. They are laughing at the pain they've endured and choosing to forgive the people that have wronged them throughout the years; because, at the end of the day, we all deserve peace.Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.com

Why does saying "I Rather Be Gay Than Straight" make people uncomfortable? We can all peacefully co-exist and be confident in our identities together! In this episode, Erick and his friend, Sheila, are embracing gay culture, sharing the struggles of navigating the queer lifestyle, and playing trivia games to test their gay lingo.Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from  https://www.zapsplat.comPosteriosis by Shane Ivers

It's time to go after what you want! We're all on this planet trying to make something of ourselves; and success looks different on everybody. In episode 2 of Que Dijo, Erick and his partner, Raul, strike down the belief that you need to have life "figured out" by a certain age, offer advice on how to take criticism when people knock your dreams down, and discuss the importance of finding a career that fulfills you; all while calling out some of the toxic narratives Latinos push when it comes to working and getting money. Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from https://www.zapsplat.com

Life is too short to have bad sex! Erick and his suegra, Celia, discuss where they think sexual taboo, shame, and confusion comes from and use their personal experiences as advice on how to talk to your partner about sex.Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YoutubeMusic from https://www.zapsplat.com

Get to know your host, Erick Cervantez, in 60 seconds!Check out Que Dijo on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube