10 episodes

Comedians and delusional queer icons Shawn banks and Joshua Hampton break down the queer psyche one week and one topic at a time.

Don't Be Gay Shawn Banks & Joshua Hampton

    • Comedy
    • 5.0 • 5 Ratings

Comedians and delusional queer icons Shawn banks and Joshua Hampton break down the queer psyche one week and one topic at a time.

    Don't Be A Season Finale

    Don't Be A Season Finale

    Hello there! The time has come for our final episode! Josh and Shawn talk about what thye have learned while podcasting over the past few months as well what is in store for the spring/summer! Josh talks about new shows they willbe perfoming on and Shawn talks about what new ventures he will be diving into when it comes to drag and comedy. Shawn also talks about the Renaissance prep process and Josh shares their fav moments from the podcast. Thanks so much to everyone for listenting and make sure to stay tuned for season 2!
    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!
    INSTAGRAM:
    Shawn; https://www.instagram.com/bankzzyy/
    Josh; https://www.instagram.com/thejoshham/
    Podcast; https://www.instagram.com/dontbegaypodcast/
    The Lincoln Lodge; https://www.instagram.com/thelincolnlodge/
    Theme music by Becca Nix Tham!

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Don't Be a Drag (Ft. Pagina)

    Don't Be a Drag (Ft. Pagina)

    This weeks episode! We dive into all things drag with our special guest Pagina! They talk to us about how they got there starting to drag and how drag has helped them become the amazing performer that they are today! Shawn talks about his experience starting drag, and the three of them talk about some of their favorite queens in the Chicago scene, and how RuPaul’s drag race has affected the lives of local queens! This week's episode is anoything but a drag, so go ahead and enjoy!
    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!
    INSTAGRAM:
    Shawn; https://www.instagram.com/bankzzyy/
    Josh; https://www.instagram.com/thejoshham/
    Pagina; https://www.instagram.com/69nickelback420/?hl=en
    Podcast; https://www.instagram.com/dontbegaypodcast/
    The Lincoln Lodge; https://www.instagram.com/thelincolnlodge/
    Theme music by Becca Nix Tham!

    • 1 hr 8 min
    Don't Be a 90's Baby (Ft. Riley Cosgrove)

    Don't Be a 90's Baby (Ft. Riley Cosgrove)

    Hello, hello hello! This week we are back with another episode and our special guest this week is the one and only Midwestern queen of comedy Riley Cosgrove! On this episode, we talk about all things, pop, culture and nostalgia from the 90s! As 90s babies, we discuss, iconic, pop, diva moments, razor flip phones, and what we wore back in the day and would never wear ever  wear again! Riley and Shawn also talk about being new roommates and the 3 also discuss performing stand up comedy in the Midwest! This one is wild, so please take a breath, and get ready to dive in! 


     

    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!
    INSTAGRAM:
    Shawn; https://www.instagram.com/bankzzyy/
    Josh; https://www.instagram.com/thejoshham/
    Riley;https://www.instagram.com/riley__cosgrove/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D 
    Podcast; https://www.instagram.com/dontbegaypodcast/
    The Lincoln Lodge; https://www.instagram.com/thelincolnlodge/
    Theme music by Becca Nix Tham!

    • 57 min
    Don't Be A Girl Boss Hater (Ft. Grace Bahler)

    Don't Be A Girl Boss Hater (Ft. Grace Bahler)

     Hello everyone! This week we have a truly special guest on the podcast, one of our dearest friends and also one of Chicago's finest comics, Grace Bahler! Grace talks about how her love of comedy and performing came into fruition, being biligual, and what it really means to be a girl boss. We also talk about doing mushrooms, dating as a comedian, and how truly important it is to believe in yourself, no matter what! This week you all are in store for some fun and good vibes in your earpods, so listen and enjoy!!
    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!
    INSTAGRAM:
    Shawn; https://www.instagram.com/bankzzyy/
    Josh; https://www.instagram.com/thejoshham/
    Grace; https://www.instagram.com/veryspontaneous/?hl=en
    Podcast; https://www.instagram.com/dontbegaypodcast/
    The Lincoln Lodge; https://www.instagram.com/thelincolnlodge/
    Theme music by Becca Nix Tham!

    • 47 min
    Don't Be Sex Negative

    Don't Be Sex Negative

    Hello Hello Hello! We are back this week to discuss LOVE, SEX, RELATIONSHIPS PART 1! This week we are focusing on the SEX part of the Love triangle. This week Shawn and Josh talk about their worst and best hookup stories, dating apps, and their sexual preferances. Things get wild as Shawn shares his opinion on the fetsihization of people of color in the queer community, and reads actual Grindr messages from a terrible expericence he had. Josh and Shawn also talk about the term "Side", and how they identify with the controversy about this sexual preferance. This one is a super intimate episode, so grab a drink and get ready for the ride!
    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!
    INSTAGRAM:
    Shawn; https://www.instagram.com/bankzzyy/
    Josh; https://www.instagram.com/thejoshham/
    Podcast; https://www.instagram.com/dontbegaypodcast/
    The Lincoln Lodge; https://www.instagram.com/thelincolnlodge/
    Theme music by Becca Nix Tham!

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Don't Be In Love

    Don't Be In Love

    Hello Hello Hello! This week, Shawn and Josh are tackling all things LOVE, SEX, & RELATIONSHIPS! This week they're focusing on Love and Relationships, as they dive into their past relationships and talk about their exes and what they have learned from their raggedy partners. The two also tackle monogamy, and discuss if it even exists anymore, and their thoughts on why open relationships are the best way to love. You'll simply love and adore what we have to say, so enjoy the episode!!
    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!
    INSTAGRAM:
    Shawn; https://www.instagram.com/bankzzyy/
    Josh; https://www.instagram.com/thejoshham/
    Podcast; https://www.instagram.com/dontbegaypodcast/
    The Lincoln Lodge; https://www.instagram.com/thelincolnlodge/
    Theme music by Becca Nix Tham!

    • 1 hr

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