Live! with Fefe and Freddy

Felicia "Fefe" Minor and Freddy Prinze Charming

"Live! with Fefe & Freddy" is an engaging podcast where Phoenix-based drag entertainers Felicia "Fefe" Minor and Freddy Prinze Charming bring you unfiltered, authentic conversations about life, culture, and everything in between. With humor, heart, and creativity, we dive into current events, LGBTQ+ issues, and the stories that shape our world, fostering a space where every listener feels respected and inspired. Join us as we celebrate individuality, embrace authenticity, and build community.

  1. 3d ago

    Down with the Sickness, Religion, and more | S14E25

    This week’s episode moved between religion, politics, current events, theater, queer community conversations, and the kind of headlines that make you stop and ask, “What is actually happening right now?” We opened with personal updates, including Freddy sharing that he’s been fighting off “some sort of crud” for nearly two weeks, plus a recap of seeing Angels in America performed in a full-day experience that lasted nearly seven hours between Parts 1 and 2. We also talked about local music, community spaces, and reconnecting with familiar faces at Thunderbird Lounge. Then we moved into “Just the Tip,” where we took a closer look at the Book of Leviticus and the way certain Bible verses are selectively used in modern political and social conversations. We discussed: Leviticus as a broader collection of laws and religious codesVerses surrounding adultery, lying, idol worship, tattoos, mixed fabrics, immigration, and loving your neighbor How some people focus heavily on one verse while ignoring the larger context of the textThe difference between faith, selective interpretation, and weaponizing religion against marginalized peopleThe conversation explored how scripture is often applied inconsistently in public discourse, especially around LGBTQ+ identities, while other teachings in the same text are routinely ignored. From there, we shifted into current events and cultural commentary, including reactions to political headlines, celebrity news, and commentary on public spectacle and accountability. We also highlighted a major moment in queer leather history as Honey Davenport won IML, sparking debate in some circles about drag representation within leather communities. This episode moves between humor, frustration, history, and commentary — asking what happens when people selectively use morality while ignoring compassion, context, and accountability.

    1h 30m
  2. Flagging, Queer History, and Being Seen | S14E23

    Apr 30

    Flagging, Queer History, and Being Seen | S14E23

    Welcome back to YOUR Wednesday night conversation. This week’s episode moves between personal updates, queer history, and a sharp look at current events — all grounded in one central idea: how we communicate who we are, even when we don’t say it out loud. We opened with life updates, including Freddy officially becoming a Canadian citizen and announcing an upcoming performance at Thrust Fest, alongside the usual behind-the-scenes moments that keep things grounded in real life. From there, we moved into “Just the Tip,” and this week’s focus was the history of flagging in queer communities. We broke down flagging as a system of communication — visual cues, symbols, and coded language used to express identity, desire, and safety, especially during times when being openly queer was not safe or even legal. The conversation traced: The origins of flagging before the modern hanky codeThe evolution of the hanky code in the 1970s and beyondThe use of coded language like PolariHistorical examples across communities, including lesbian flagging practices and cultural symbolismHow flagging still exists today — from subtle signals to visible expressions of solidarityWe also highlighted why visibility still matters — especially in a climate where anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric continues to surface — and how even small signals can create connection and safety. From there, we moved into current events, including commentary on political narratives, public spending priorities, and ongoing advocacy efforts — including a major campaign launch by the Human Rights Campaign ahead of upcoming elections. This episode connects past and present, asking how history informs the way we show up now — and how we continue to signal to each other that we’re not alone.

    1h 25m
  3. Voting Orange, Asking For Forgiveness, Headlines, and more | S14E22

    Apr 23

    Voting Orange, Asking For Forgiveness, Headlines, and more | S14E22

    This week’s episode opened the way many real conversations do — a little unpolished, a little chaotic, and fully in the moment. Freddy began the show solo while Felicia joined shortly after, setting the tone for a conversation that moved between humor, frustration, and reflection. We started with a quick catch-up — from Drag Bingo + Cats to Cat Bingo moments that had us questioning people’s choices (yes, including that Chick-fil-A cup). Then we moved into “Just the Tip,” and this week’s focus was clear: artificial intelligence. We broke down what AI is and why it feels so divisive right now. We talked about different forms of AI, including generative tools and more advanced systems used across industries — and how these tools are already embedded in daily life. But the core of the conversation wasn’t just about what AI does. It was about impact. We discussed: The environmental cost, including massive energy use and water consumption tied to data centers The effect on artists and creative industries, including concerns about replacement and originality The impact on critical thinking and mental health, especially with unregulated use The need for regulation and intentional use, particularly in educationAt the same time, we acknowledged where AI is helping — from accessibility to medical advancements and efficiency. The takeaway was simple: AI isn’t going anywhere, but that doesn’t mean we stop questioning it. From there, we moved into current events. We discussed the controversy surrounding Caitlyn Jenner and her passport renewal being marked male despite legal documentation changes, and what that says about policy, identity, and consequence. We also reacted to political commentary, including public figures walking back past support and what it means to face the outcomes of political decisions — what we referred to as “having the day you voted for.” We highlighted advocacy efforts from Human Rights Campaign, including a major campaign aimed at upcoming elections. This episode moves between humor and accountability, asking a central question:Just because something is inevitable — whether technology or policy — does that mean we stop examining it?

    1h 29m
  4. Where is SHE? New Dump Truck Savior, Tidbits and Headlines, and more | S14E21

    Apr 17

    Where is SHE? New Dump Truck Savior, Tidbits and Headlines, and more | S14E21

    This week’s episode took an unexpected turn — and we leaned into it. Freddy opened the show solo while Felicia worked through a long day and tech issues, creating a different kind of energy from the start. It was unpolished, a little chaotic, and very real — the kind of episode that reminds you this show is built in the moment. From there, we moved into a conversation we revisit for a reason: privilege. We broke down what privilege actually means — not just money, but the full spectrum: race, gender, class, ability, religion, “passing,” and citizenship. We talked about how privilege can be invisible to the people who have it, and why “I grew up poor” doesn’t cancel out other forms of advantage. The conversation deepened into what we called “privilege blindness” — the inability or refusal to recognize those advantages — and how that shows up in everyday language, behavior, and even intentions. We used the “boots and sandals” analogy to explain how some people move through the world without feeling the impact of systems that affect others. We also challenged the idea that celebrating one group diminishes another. It doesn’t. Recognition is not subtraction — it’s context. From there, we moved into current events and commentary, unpacking political headlines, media narratives, and moments that left us asking how we got here. The tone shifted between humor and frustration, but always came back to awareness and accountability. We closed with community updates, upcoming events, and a reminder that this space continues because of the people who show up for it.

    1h 8m
  5. New "Accessories", Getting Older, News, & More | S14E19

    Apr 2

    New "Accessories", Getting Older, News, & More | S14E19

    Welcome back to YOUR Wednesday night conversation. This week, we had one of those episodes that starts playful and honest… and then slowly opens up into something deeper. We kicked things off just being ourselves — joking, getting ready on camera, figuring things out in real time — and reminding everyone that this space is exactly that: real, unfiltered, and ours. Then we moved into our “Just the Tip” segment, and this one hit. We talked about getting older — what that actually feels like, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. We got real about being closer to 50 than 40, how our bodies are changing, how our energy shifts, and how that forces you to think about things like time, mortality, and what really matters. But it wasn’t heavy for the sake of being heavy. We talked about choosing joy anyway. Still traveling. Still performing. Still doing the things we love — even if we need a little ibuprofen and sunscreen to get through it. We talked about friendships, about showing up for people, and about not letting comfort or fear keep us from living fully. From there, we shifted into current events — and there was a lot to unpack. We covered: TSA workers are owed over $1 billion due to the government shutdownSupreme Court decisions impacting conversion therapy lawsOngoing legal battles around birthright citizenshipImmigration rulings affecting thousands of peopleAnti-drag legislation moving forward in OhioLGBTQ+ history moments and wins, including trans excellence on national stagesGlobal progress toward ending HIVAnd as always, we balanced it — calling out what’s not okay while still recognizing moments of progress and resilience. This episode is a reminder that we’re all figuring it out as we go.

    1h 27m
  6. We're Back, Two Week Recap, Headlines, and More

    Mar 26

    We're Back, Two Week Recap, Headlines, and More

    Welcome back to YOUR Wednesday night conversation! This week on Live! with Fefe & Freddy, we came back with a full two-week catch-up and a whole lot to say. We started by getting into life updates. Freddy shared about his anniversary trip to Universal — from Super Nintendo World to the struggle with all those 3D rides — and the chaos of getting to Tucson for WWWC after forgetting props (and basically everything else). Despite the heat and the hurdles, the show turned out amazing, and the weekend was full of reconnecting with the community. I kept it real on my side too — busy as always, but we had an incredible time at Irish Tea Drag Bingo at Drink Me! Tea Room. It was one of those events where the energy, the laughs, and the celebration just hit the right note. Then we moved into current events, and… whew. We talked about the impact of a government shutdown affecting TSA and how quickly things escalated when ICE stepped in. We unpacked how that felt, what it says about priorities, and why it raised eyebrows for us. We also covered: A wild and tragic criminal case involving an athleteA major lawsuit where a jury found Meta and YouTube liable for contributing to social media addiction and mental health harmA political shift where a Democrat flipped a Republican-held seat in FloridaA major loss in our community with the death of Black trans activist and performer Shyyell Diamond Sanchez-McCrayAnd yes — we had to take a moment to honor that. Catch the replay on Facebook or YouTube, or listen wherever you stream.

    1h 23m
5
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3 Ratings

About

"Live! with Fefe & Freddy" is an engaging podcast where Phoenix-based drag entertainers Felicia "Fefe" Minor and Freddy Prinze Charming bring you unfiltered, authentic conversations about life, culture, and everything in between. With humor, heart, and creativity, we dive into current events, LGBTQ+ issues, and the stories that shape our world, fostering a space where every listener feels respected and inspired. Join us as we celebrate individuality, embrace authenticity, and build community.