Just Drawz - The Podcast

Just Drawz
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  • Society & Culture
  • Updated Semiweekly

Welcome to Just Drawz, the space where real conversations live and performative nonsense does not. This is a show hosted by two Black gay men who are smart, sometimes funny, and not afraid to say the quiet parts out loud. Darius and Jeff talk life, love, sex, culture, mental health, politics, pop culture, and everything in between from a Black queer lens that stays honest, unfiltered, and rooted in truth. Sometimes it is educational. Sometimes it can get a lil messy. Sometimes it is deep. But one thing it always is? Is real. You're in the right place!

  1. 2d ago

    When Should You Tell Someone You are HIV Positive and other S3x Ed Questions

    In this episode, we explore comprehensive sexual health strategies, STI prevention, and the importance of regular testing, especially within Black and Latino communities. Our guest, Dr. Jonathan Lucas, shares over 30 years of expertise in infectious disease research and treatment.  We explore the latest in HIV prevention, treatment options, and the social dynamics surrounding STI disclosure and stigma and what’s on the horizon in new prevention methods. “Just… The Tip” _______________________________ Listen to Our 1980’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJSnSgL_BXLs Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YLiasel6QMVcJDggeqU4S?si=gwA2sRT4Sp-SsXw8oVbMAQ Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-80s/pl.u-zPyLmGLIpvk0pX _______________________________ Guests: Jonathan Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded _______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, STI prevention, sexual health, HIV, testing, health disparities, Black communities, Latino communities, monogamy, condoms, PrEP HIV prevention, PrEP, STI, HIV treatment, community health, biomedical research, HIV laws, undetectable equals untransmittable, STI testing, HIV stigma _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance#Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #SexualHealth #STDPrevention #KnowYourStatus #SafeSex #EndTheStigma #HealthEducation #MensHealth #PrEP #UequalsU #BlackGayMen #LatinoGayMen #GayHealth #SGL #BIPOCLGBTQ #QueerHealth #blackgaymen #blackgaypodcast #rvsd  #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #RedDressRun #NewOrleans #gaydiscourse #gaydebates #socialcommentary

  2. Sep 18

    Experiences from the Red Dress Run - The Impact of Black Gay Men on the New Orleans Event

    We are back from hiatus and Season 4 continues as Jeff and Darius explore the cultural significance of the Red Dress Run in New Orleans. We get into the viral event's history, and the role the Black LGBTQIA community has played bringing the event to the front and center of our timelines every summer.  We discuss the event's impact on tourism, social dynamics, and how it intersects with pride and identity. In this episode, Jeffrey Fleming shares his insights on participating in the Red Dress Run, the importance of charity contributions, and challenging traditional gender norms through fashion and self-expression. The conversation explores the social and cultural significance of the event, personal experiences, and ways to support meaningful causes. “Just… Red Dress Mess” _______________________________ Listen to Our 2000’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/604IsBo6mmjTlJPvsViznN?si=NDtn2EJGTkyJkFH7xKyWGQ Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-00s/pl.u-yZyVW5mTBJ9KB7 _______________________________ Guests: Jeffrey: https://www.instagram.com/Sonofhoward https://www.tiktok.com/@sonofhoward17?_r=1&_t=zp-91g8oecaue7 https://linktr.ee/Sonofhoward My First 17:  https://a.co/d/0eotMPMT Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup _______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #RedDressRun #NewOrleans #gaydiscourse #gaydebates #socialcommentary

  3. Jul 10

    Escaping from Drug Addiction to Sobriety and Recovery: "Brandon's" Story

    "I chose me." - Brandon In this deeply personal episode of the Just Drawz Podcast, we sit down with Brandon, who courageously shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and what it means to choose healing one day at a time. Together, we have an honest conversation about substance use in the LGBTQ+ community, particularly among Black gay men, and examine the factors that often go unspoken: the search for belonging, the pressures of certain social spaces, mental health, trauma, loneliness, and the courage it takes to ask for help. Brandon opens up about his life before recovery, his experience living in a sober living community, and the lessons he's learning as he continues to rebuild his life. His story is one of accountability, 6resilience, and hope. This episode is not about judging people or sensationalizing addiction. It's about understanding how people become hooked, celebrating the possibility of healing, and reminding anyone who may be struggling that recovery is possible and that no one has to walk that journey alone. A Gentle Note: This conversation explores the realities of addiction and the path toward recovery. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being as you listen. Should you or a loved one need a safe space to turn, the SAMHSA National Helpline offers free, private support around the clock at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Remember, you are never truly alone. "Just...Hooked Yet Healing" Resources: Narcotics Anonymous “Big Book”: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Qlxqbxikq802gFA_71ueeqR-3dCjT74/view?usp=drive_link  12 Steps Infographic:  https://i5.walmartimages.com/seo/The-12-Steps-of-Alcoholics-Anonymous-Poster-therapy-Wall-Art-for-Living-Room-Bedroom-Aesthetics-Decor_d7d24baa-7da5-4c41-9f14-082ed5f35165.4322afac7c38836c975ba972343e638b.jpeg?odnHeight=768&odnWidth=768&odnBg=FFFFFF  12 Traditions of Narcotics Anonymous: https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://imgv2-1-f.scribdassets.com/img/document/939172370/original/96ac6c5a63/1?v%3D1&tbnid=9MWIwnvy9xbx4M&vet=1&imgrefurl=https://www.scribd.com/document/939172370/12-Traditions-of-NA&docid=1smRxstoSbHE1M&w=768&h=1024&hl=en-US&source=sh/x/im/m1/3&kgs=826230aef3293e70&shem=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe&utm_source=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe,sh/x/im/m1/3  Crisis Help: www.samhsa.gov  | TEXT NUMBER: Text your zip code to 435748 Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

  4. Jun 26

    Are We Sure We're Not a Monolith? Unspoken Rules of Black Gay Culture with HellaChisme

    Surprise!! Darius and Jeff of JustDrawz have linked up with Dana from HellaChisme to bring you a supersized and extra long episode combining all of our personalities together! The topic is the Black Gay Monolith. Are we as a culture monolithic? Do we always put the same artists, content creators, and cultural moments on? If so, why do we always say “We are not a monolith” then?Well we dive into that thinking and challenge ourselves and you to talking about this. Are we really the same? Or do we have just enough differences as a culture? Watch and listen to our takes on this special collaboration!Be sure to check watch, like, and subscribe to HellaChisme as well! “Just… Monolithic” _______________________________ Key Topics: Defining the Black Gay Monolith. Challenging the thought of community versus the perception of conformity. Are Black Gay Men allowing different or quieter voices the space to be heard or feel seen? How does desirability factor in who we 'put on'? _______________________________ Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Special Guest Host: Dana: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/hellachismepod/ Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/hellachismepod/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup _______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #bodyimage #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #cheating #lying #manipulation #boundaries #bodyimage

    Are We Sure We're Not a Monolith? Unspoken Rules of Black Gay Culture with HellaChisme

  5. Jun 19

    Giving Advice from r/AskBlackGayBros, r/AskGayBlackMen, and Other Subreddits - Part 2

    And we are wrapping it up with this edition of our advice series. On this one, we’re dealing with hairy Black men, if watching adult content is cheating, struggling with smell and taste, checking your best friend pushing up on your boyfriend, and more! “Just… Unsolicited Advice: 3 Part 2” _______________________________ Key Topics: Relationship honesty and trust. Personal growth and second acts in your 30s. Building authentic connections without social media. Overcoming body image issues and self-acceptance. _______________________________ Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Guests: John: https://www.instagram.com/stories/mrbradfordjr Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #bodyimage #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #cheating #lying #manipulation #boundaries #bodyimage

  6. Jun 12

    Reading Reddit Advice Stories - r/AskBlackGayBros, r/AskGayBlackMen, and Other Subreddits - Part 1

    It’s that time again! We’re dishing out some good old fashioned Just Drawz advice and this time, John is back with us!You know how we do! In the first half, we’re covering what to do when your partner lies about a cheeseburger, the best ways to take advantage of your youth before getting ‘old’, finding gay friends without going to the bar, and getting comfortable going topless as a man and more! All of this with some personal stories and inspiration! “Just… Unsolicited Advice: 3 Part 1” _______________________________ Key Topics: Relationship honesty and trust. Personal growth and second acts in your 30s. Building authentic connections without social media. Overcoming body image issues and self-acceptance. _______________________________ Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Guests: John: https://www.instagram.com/stories/mrbradfordjr Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving, improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #bodyimage #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #cheating #lying #manipulation #boundaries #bodyimage

  7. Jun 5

    Diving Deeper into the 50/50 Relationship Theory. The dating, dowries, weddings and more!

    Be sure to watch Part 1 of of this conversation first! We conclude the conversation on 50/50 relationships and dating. Anjeleigh, Ray, Jeff, and DMC talk about dating, transactional situations, and handling different responsibilities in today's dating world compared to the past. "Just... The 50/50 Theory: Part 2"_______________________________ Takeaways: Why perfect equality is unrealistic and potentially unfair. Emotional and financial contributions: balancing responsibility versus capacity. Unlearning traditional gender roles and societal expectations around partnership. The importance of full-hearted investment and showing up 100-100. How reciprocity and intentionality shape healthy relationships. The impact of cultural backgrounds and upbringing on partnership dynamics. Flexibility in love: seasons of giving more or less. _______________________________ Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Guests: Anjeleigh: https://www.instagram.com/anjeleighpart1 Ray: https://www.instagram.com/oquendoduke Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠_______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, adult content, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, cultural differences, emotional healing, expectations, family, future aspirations, gay, gay marriage, healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, love, marriage, marriage views, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, proposals, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving, same sex marrige, self improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, 50-50 relationships, Partnership dynamics, Emotional contributions,Gender roles, mutual support in love, relationship flexibility, cultural impact on relationships, financial, balance in partnerships, unlearning societal norms, reciprocity in relationships _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #SameSexMarriage #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #SocietalPerceptions #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #reciprocity

  8. May 29

    Is the 50/50 Relationship Theory an Unrealistic "Relationship Goal" Fantasy or Does it Really Work?

    In this first part of a two part episode, Jeff and DMC explore the evolving dynamics of relationships beyond the common 50-50 rule. They unpack the complexities of partnership, traditional roles, emotional equity, and what it really means to show up fully for each other, whether in heterosexual, LGBTQ+, or unconventional arrangements. Returning to the panel is frequent guest Anjeleigh in her first appearance with DMC and Jeff! Her point of view comes from the female end of a heterosexual marriage. We're also welcoming Ray who is brings the view point from a long term same sex marriage.  Be sure to watch Part 2 of this conversation! “Just… The 50/50 Theory" _______________________________ Takeaways: Why perfect equality is unrealistic and potentially unfair. Emotional and financial contributions: balancing responsibility versus capacity. Unlearning traditional gender roles and societal expectations around partnership. The importance of full-hearted investment and showing up 100-100. How reciprocity and intentionality shape healthy relationships. The impact of cultural backgrounds and upbringing on partnership dynamics. _______________________________ Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Guests: Anjeleigh: https://www.instagram.com/anjeleighpart1 Ray: https://www.instagram.com/oquendoduke Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup ⁠⁠⁠_______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, adult content, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, cultural differences, emotional healing, expectations, family, future aspirations, gay, gay marriage, healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, love, marriage, marriage views, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, proposals, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving, same sex marrige, self improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, 50-50 relationships, Partnership dynamics, Emotional contributions, gender roles, mutual support in love, relationship flexibility, cultural impact on relationships, financial, balance in partnerships, unlearning societal norms, reciprocity in relationships _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #SameSexMarriage #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #SocietalPerceptions #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #reciprocity

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Welcome to Just Drawz, the space where real conversations live and performative nonsense does not. This is a show hosted by two Black gay men who are smart, sometimes funny, and not afraid to say the quiet parts out loud. Darius and Jeff talk life, love, sex, culture, mental health, politics, pop culture, and everything in between from a Black queer lens that stays honest, unfiltered, and rooted in truth. Sometimes it is educational. Sometimes it can get a lil messy. Sometimes it is deep. But one thing it always is? Is real. You're in the right place!

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  • Creator
    Just Drawz
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Just Drawz
  • Show Website
    Just Drawz - The Podcast

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