The Transition Period

HELLO! Welcome back to the Transition Period! This episode is a LOT. We discuss the Renaissance World Tour, Tyler Perry, Dragula, and something I have been dying to talk about for YEARS. Strap in, grab a snack, and get ready. This episode is a doozie. #KeepYourHeadToTheSky

Happy (Post) Pride Month from The Transition Period! In this episode Gary discusses what pride means to them, Homophobia, Interracial Relationships discourse, Bob the Drag Queen's downfall, coming out, and more!

Happy Black Month from The Transition Period! In this episode, Beyonce, Renaissance, Beyonce, Sam Smith and the fatphobic debacle, More Beyonce, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15, and the "fandom", The Last of Us, and much more!

Welcome Back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary celebrates their return to the podcast game and they discuss where they've been for the last few months, their trip to Chicago, Wicked, and Customer Service f*ck sh*t. It's good to be back on the period.

Welcome Back to The Transition Period! In this episode, we take a deep dive into Broadway, The Tony Nominees, Pattie Lupone mask smackdown, Jesse Williams' nude leak, The Death of the Horrid, Late Kevin Samuels, The Story of Vicky and Casey White, and Kendrick Lamar Auntie's Diary......yeah, it's a lot. #ProtectBlackWomenTW/CW: I do cover the recent Buffalo, NY Shooting @  30:17 - 35:15 = Skip if needed. If you'd like to make a donation:Cashapp - $GaryFuquaVenmo - @thegaryfuquaFREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, walk with class, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

In this VERY special episode, we discuss the Will Smith vs. Chris Brown Oscars SMACKDOWN and all of the annoying anti-black, misogynistic bullsh*t that came after. #ProtectBlackWomenIf you'd like to make a donation:Cashapp - $GaryFuquaVenmo - @thegaryfuquaFREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

(CW: mention of s*icide, fatphobia, transphobia, addiction, and severe depression)I didn't know what to label this episode. This is probably one of the bravest things I have ever done. I hope this can help someone, somewhere. If you'd like to make a donation:Cashapp - $GaryFuquaVenmo - @thegaryfuquaLink to help Ukraine (Master thread): https://twitter.com/aliceepagani/status/1496718515591684097?s=21FREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaBe kind to yourself today.

Welcome to the One Year Anniversary of The Transition Period!In this special episode, we bring in 2022 on a high note! I reintroduce myself for the new year, discuss the highs and lows of 2021, look back at the very first episode of The Transition Period and see if my New Years Resolutions actually rang true, and discuss who and what deserves to stay in 2021.If you'd like to make a donation:Cashapp - $GaryFuquaVenmo - @thegaryfuquaSONG OF THE YEAR! - "go to work" by kiwifrooot - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QRsiirlnPs | follow them! - @toofrooot on Twitter & @realkeilahkitching on InstagramFREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to of The Transition Period! In this episode, we switch up the format to introduce The Pop Culture Corner! In this inaugural episode, we discuss the 2021 VMA's, dive into the Met Gala....looks?, get into Nicki Minaj and the Swollen Testicle debacle, introduce ourselves to Nikita Dragun and her poor decisions, and you hear my genuine reaction to Lil Nas X's debut album, "Montero" and the new music video for "THAT'S WHAT I WANT"!MONTERO Album - www.WelcomeToMontero.comSONG OF THE WEEK! - "Pressure" by Ari Lennox - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E604eZ81_YQFREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to Season Two of The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary gets into The Lil Nas X phenomenon reads Da Baby for FILTH for his recent HIV/AIDS ignorance, and reveals the true tea as to where they've been the past 4 1/2 monthsTickets to The Last 5 Years!( https://tennesseevalleyarts.org/the-last-five-years/ )FREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary gets into the Royal Family Debacle, reads the f*ck outta Lil Mama and her dumb ass movement, discusses the Kirk Franklin, discusses The tired ass Grammy's, discusses and mourns the Atlanta Anti-Asian hate crimes, and much more! PLUS, they reveal a big secret at the end.....Skip 37:30 - 43:33 to miss the hate crime discussion. How to help #StopAsianHate: https://www.stopasianhate.info/FREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary gets into the 6ix9ine vs Lil Nas X TikTok Debacle, reads the f*ck outta this Governor Abbott, discusses the racist/transphobic inconsistencies of "Cancel Culture" with the @Arielleismynam3 situation, discusses the James Charles controversy, lusts over Megan Thee Stallion & Anthony Ramos' Calvin Klein ad campaign, and talks about their love for drag!TW: Gr**ming/P*dophilia - Skip -- 22:34 - 30:10FREE Sexual Health Resources:heymistr.com - Free at home PrEp & STI Testing (@heymistr)together.takemehome.org - Free OraQuick HIV testsSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodDrag Instagram: @theonlyafreakkkaPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary celebrates an Instagram milestone, reads the f*ck outta this Southern Ice/Snow Storm, sends condolences to Thee Rolling Ray, discusses the Sh*rry P*e interview, speaks on the #FindSai Twitter Debacle, clocks the tea on Tessica Brown -- aka Gorilla Glue Girl, and gets pretty emotional during a very personal story. HELP TEXAS -- Venmo ResourcesDallas: @feedthepeopledallasHouston: @mutualaidhouAustin: @austinmutualaid OR @austinmutualaidhotelsSan Antonio: @pmgmutualaid OR @trinitymutualaid LINKS for Texas: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11GplfTTLRv6yV-2AC6GFw5Gy4izlPdGSay1HdRQcRjQ/preview?pru=AAABd9pVbII*LC32cRz1KKhcYt7W4tvTMwINTRO/OUTRO Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7ChP4XEJxAAll Credit to RemixGodSuede & Ms. Tessica BrownSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

TW: S*xual Harassment/Coercion -- SKIP - 26:44 - 44:51 Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary congratulates Jojo Siwa on her official coming out, discusses the Lady Gaga oreo and the Lil Uzi Vert/Steven Universe Crossover, and discusses a very personal story. Social Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary jams 100 things in this episode, celebrates Tr*mp's final departure, discusses the Azealia Banks cat debacle and her severe fatphobic comments, “welcomes” Jojo Siwa to the community, clocks the tea on Drag Race, spits a quick verse for their drag persona, and discusses the monotony of the media and cancel culture. Social Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary expresses their gratitude for YOU, the listeners, clocks the tea on The Weeknd's new mug, discusses the surprise rumor on Jeffree "the slave owner" Star and Kanye "the tap dancer" West, clocks the tea on Drag Race, and discusses what the absolute F**K happened on January 6th. Time Stamps: 3:18-5:14 - The Weeknd's Mug5:15-9:49 - Jeffree and Kanye's Alleged Entanglement9:52-14:18 - Drag Race 14:19-39:12 - Georgia Election/White Folks Going NUTS/WhitnessSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome back to The Transition Period! In this episode, Gary explains the infamous and "scary" promo and cover art for TTP, spills their thoughts on the cast of Season 13 of RuPaul's Drag Race, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, and reads Mitch "the scrotum" McConnell about these Stimulus Checks and, unfortunately, drags Tiffany "New York" Pollard.Time Stamps: 5:22-24:13 - Drag Race24:15-36:15 - Ma Rainey's Black Bottom *SPOILERS*36:16-37:54 - CupcakKe Diss Record 37:55-40:16 - B*tch McConnell40:16-45:07 - The Dragging of New YorkSocial Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!

Welcome to the first installment of The Transition Period! In this very first episode, Gary introduces themselves, discusses how sh*tty 2020 was, explores their new year's resolutions, and you find out how this black and queer ass podcast came to be!Social Media Links! Instagram: @transitionperiodpodTwitter: @transperiodpodPersonal IG/Twitter: @thegaryfuquaAs always, wash your hands, wear a mask, talk some sh*t and shake some a$$!