Queerify Wellness

By: V Vasquez
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  • Welcome to Queerify (formerly known as QUEST: A Journey To Wellness) where we help to demystify wellness for queer people of color. By sharing stories from folks who have opened their hearts to radical acceptance, and are taking their wellbeing into their own hands. Our mission on this podcast is for you to feel less alone, more connected to yourself and to community. We hope this podcast brings you joy where you'll learn, laugh, heal, and grow. Hosted by V Vasquez (all pronouns), a two-spirit human, joy influencer, energy worker, and dad joke connoisseur.
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Episodes
  • Resilience & Hope w/ Yinka Freeman | Episode 34

    Resilience & Hope w/ Yinka Freeman | Episode 34
    Nov 5 2024
    Tensions, anxiety, and uncertainty is high on this historical day in American history, and we wanted to ground you in hope and unity. We share an important conversation with Yinka Freeman (She/her), CEO of Triple Pocket Events and Know Other Festival, a queer wellness festival based in California, created to cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and the LGBTQ+ community. Yinka discusses her passion for creating wellness spaces for the queer community, and her joy as a first time voter in this country. As an immigrant from Sierra Leone who fled during the country’s civil war, Yinka’s unique life experiences encompass true resilience and hope. FEATURED GUEST: Yinka Freeman (She/her) @yinkagenevieve / @triplepocketevents / @knowotherfestival Yinka Freeman is a trailblazer in the event industry and has over fifteen years of experience designing, producing, and executing events. She’s an event production expert, and fiercely passionate about making her client’s vision come to life. As a mission-driven individual, Yinka started Triple Pocket Events with the sole desire to create diversified, valuable experiences for all kinds of people. Yinka has spearheaded events for San Diego Pride, Sum of Us Festival, Clexacon, Kaiser Permanente, and many more. Notable press features include The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Voyager, and Shoutout LA, among others. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Introduction to Radical Acceptance 00:39 Welcome to Queerify 01:09 Election Day Special 03:29 Meet Yinka Freeman 04:05 Yinka's Journey and Triple Pocket Events 05:18 The Queer Wellness Festival 08:58 Yinka's Childhood and Cultural Experiences 15:42 Navigating Racism and Immigration 21:44 Becoming a U.S. Citizen During COVID 23:13 The Importance of Voting and Resilience 29:01 Support System and Accountability 29:43 Coming Out Journey 30:42 Family Reactions and Challenges 33:12 Chosen Family and Community Support 38:16 Building a Business Empire 47:21 Festival Mission and Activism 52:41 Self-Care and Radical Acceptance 59:40 Closing Thoughts and Socials 📇 Check out all the wellness resources mentioned on the podcast here including: Win With Black Women, a network is leading the way to ensure ballot access. We are partnering with Sisters Lead Sisters Vote and Vote.Org to provide online access Bex Mui author of “House of our Queer: Healing, Reframing, and Reclaiming Your Spiritual Practice” Juju Bae author of “The Book Of Juju: Africana Spirituality For Healing, Liberation, and Self-Discovery” 🌿🍄 Podcast organically grown by ♊ V Vasquez (All/Any) ⁠@lovenessmonsta⁠, ♋ Leah Jackson (She/Her) ⁠@djmsjackson⁠, and ♈ Raphaella Landestoy (She/Her) ⁠@la.vida.bruja14⁠. 🎛️ Edited and sound design by Leah Jackson of ⁠Puka Puka Creative. 🎨 Cover art by Allena Braithwaite. 🎶 Music produced and composed by ⁠BASK⁠ aka Eric Guizar Vasquez (He/Him). Follow us on Instagram ⁠@queerifywellness and email us to be a guest on the show queerifywellness@gmail.com⁠.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • STFU Susan w/ Gangsta Gurry | Episode 33

    STFU Susan w/ Gangsta Gurry | Episode 33
    Oct 29 2024

    Happy Spooky Season! 👻🧙🏽‍♀️🎃


    Step into the dark side with us as we discuss all things Scorpio energy with the amazing Gangsta Gurry aka Gary D’Andre (He/him) who's the creator and host of Mystic Moments podcast, and writer of, “Tarot For You and Me: A Queer, Gender-Queer, Non-Binary and Allies tarot deck that is inclusive, joyful and dynamic”.


    We dig into the Scorpio theme of death and rebirth, and discuss how this energy can be used to evolve and elevate your personal life. overcoming your inner saboteur, and how finding fun and light hearted ways to do just that can be so helpful.


    Hope you enjoy! 💕🎃


    FEATURED GUEST:

    Gangsta Gurry aka Gary D’Andre (@gangstagurry) (he/him), is a queer Black mystic, healer, educator, and writer based in Brooklyn. The creator and host of Mystic Moments Podcast, through Flawless Noises Media Network, he shares what’s happening in our world energetically while teaching his listeners practical tools to help them stay grounded through the shifts and upheavals of life.


    His work has previously been featured in Vogue, InStyle, Oprah Daily, BuzzFeed, The Toronto Star, and Teen Vogue. He is also the resident energy forecaster for The Purple Pants Podcast, hosted by Brice Izyah. He’s committed to helping the world find themselves and break free from the matrix, one step at a time with love, compassion, a little sass, and care. He currently lives in Brooklyn, New York, and is obsessed with all things competitive reality television.


    EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

    00:00 Introduction to Grace and Acceptance

    00:21 Welcome to Queerify

    01:03 Meet Gary D’Andre aka Gangsta Gurry

    01:45 Understanding Scorpio Season

    02:01 Navigating Emotional Waves

    02:24 Personal Insights and Fun Facts

    16:06 Spirituality and Personal Growth

    20:01 Growing Up Queer and POC

    27:05 Mystic Moments Podcast

    28:12 The Power of Vulnerability and Connection

    29:56 Navigating Spirituality and Wellness

    31:15 Struggles and Accountability in Wellness

    36:36 Introducing the Tarot Deck

    38:18 The Journey of Creating the Tarot Deck

    47:36 Radical Acceptance and Grace

    50:43 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information


    📇 Check out all the wellness resources mentioned on the podcast here.


    🌿🍄 Podcast organically grown by ♊ V Vasquez (All/Any) ⁠@lovenessmonsta⁠, ♋ Leah Jackson (She/Her) ⁠@djmsjackson⁠, and ♈ Raphaella Landestoy (She/Her) ⁠@la.vida.bruja14⁠.


    🎛️ Edited and sound design by Leah Jackson of ⁠Puka Puka Creative. 🎨 Cover art by Allena Braithwaite. 🎶 Music produced and composed by ⁠BASK⁠ aka Eric Guizar Vasquez (He/Him).


    Follow us on Instagram ⁠@queerifywellness and email us to be a guest on the show queerifywellness@gmail.com⁠.
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    56 mins
  • Bitch You Are Doing the Best That You Can w/ Black, Fat, Femme Podcast | Episode 32

    Bitch You Are Doing the Best That You Can w/ Black, Fat, Femme Podcast | Episode 32
    Oct 15 2024
    Hey lovelies! We’re so excited to finally be back in your ear balls with our first full episode of Season 4! We sit and chat with the amazing duo, Jordan ‘Joho’ Daniels (He/Him) and Dr. Jon Paul (They/Them) of the Black, Fat, Femme Podcast (BFF). We dive into the intersectional experience of being queer, POC and fat plus how to use fear as a catalyst for change, how to maintain your self worth through the current political season, and building a mindset and life for yourself, where the limit does not exist (don't listen to your inner plastics). We hope you enjoy this episode! FEATURED GUESTS: Dr. Jonathan Paul Higgins (They/them) Instagram | Twitter | Website | BioSite Dr Jon Paul is a Leo and an educator, professor, national speaker, freelance journalist, thought leader, and media critic who is passionate about television and film. A Culture Strike 2021 Disruptor and Twitter Spaces Spark Creator, Dr. Higgins is a trailblazer who is creating, sharing, and crafting the stories their ancestors didn’t get to tell. Dr. Higgins has held positions at both Chernin Entertainment & Edith Productions and currently consults at United Artists, Amazon, and other media leaders. Some fun facts about them are that they were on “Nailed It” and that they are an avid user of Peloton. Jordan 'JoHo' Daniels (He/Him) Instagram | Twitter JoHo is a Libra and a Fat Queer Afro-Jew writer, photographer, activist, and fashionista. As co-host of the BFF: Black Fat Femme podcast, JoHo focuses on diving deep into the guests' experiences, their power as BFFs, and their joy. As a creative, Jordan has been featured locally and nationally in publications such as Tablet Magazine, Essence, and San Diego Voyager. During his free time, Jordan plays kickball in his queer kickball league, volunteers in the community, and spends his weekends at museums and art galleries." EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Welcome to Queerify! 01:48 Introducing the New Season and Guests 02:49 Meet Dr. John Paul and Joho 03:41 Diving into Personal Quirks and Interests 05:08 Discussing the Spectrum of Sexuality 05:50 Celebrity Crushes and Attraction 11:00 The Birth of the Black Fat Femme Podcast 15:40 Navigating Identity and Intersectionality 29:12 Wellness Journeys and Self-Care Practices 37:21 Nature and Personal Preferences 37:50 Relaxation and Popcorn 38:37 Social Media Habits 39:38 Good and Evil Inclinations 42:10 Advocacy and Fear 45:33 Standing Your Ground 49:07 The Power of Collective Action 54:44 Messages of Hope and Resilience 01:02:50 Radical Acceptance 01:07:57 Closing Remarks and Socials 📇 Check out all the wellness resources mentioned on the podcast here. 🌿🍄 Podcast organically grown by ♊ V Vasquez (All/Any) ⁠@lovenessmonsta⁠, ♋ Leah Jackson (She/Her) ⁠@djmsjackson⁠, and ♈ Raphaella Landestoy (She/Her) ⁠@la.vida.bruja14⁠. 🎛️ Edited and sound design by Leah Jackson of ⁠Puka Puka Creative. 🎨 Cover art by Allena Braithwaite. 🎶 Music produced and composed by ⁠BASK⁠ aka Eric Guizar Vasquez (He/Him). Follow us on Instagram ⁠@queerifywellness and email us to be a guest on the show queerifywellness@gmail.com⁠.
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    1 hr and 11 mins

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