Together Real Bad

Beautifulll & Ace
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Together Real Bad is a queer relationship based podcast, encouraging you to communicate more freely and openly, in your own relationships, to reap the amazing benefits of uninhibited healthy communication. Join us bi-weekly as we discuss topics such as, pop culture, relationship dynamics, date night activities and maybe even a little flag football! Discover how we nurture our growing relationship with intentional acts, questions, love and service.

  1. MAR 3

    Personal Hygiene in Relationships | Real Talk on Body Odor, Oral Hygiene, Periods & Comfort in Love

    In this episode of Together Real Bad, we get real about personal hygiene in relationships — the funny parts, the awkward parts, and the honest conversations couples do not always know how to have. We talk about everything from body odor, sweating, deodorant, oral hygiene, and grooming habits to the bigger question of what it really means to be comfortable with your partner.  We also dig into how hygiene issues are not always just about cleanliness. Sometimes they can point to stress, burnout, depression, or something deeper going on emotionally. We discuss the importance of approaching these conversations with honesty, care, and compassion instead of judgment.  This episode also gets very real about the everyday things couples eventually have to face if they are building something lasting: farting, showering together, being on your period, grooming changes, and learning to accept each other as full human beings instead of polished versions of ourselves. It is funny, transparent, and very much us.    We also spotlight a Black-owned streetwear brand, Made It Through the Struggle (MITTS 217), and share a little love for the story behind the brand.    What we talk about in this episode: How to bring up hygiene issues in a relationship The difference between normal body funk and a real hygiene concern Oral hygiene, deodorant, and grooming habits When hygiene issues may be connected to mental health Flatulence, periods, and body acceptance in relationships Why comfort and transparency matter in long-term love A Black business spotlight you should check out    Closing thought: Real intimacy is not just about attraction — it is also about acceptance, honesty, and being able to handle the unglamorous parts of being human together.

    49 min

  2. FEB 17

    Boundaries in Relationships: How to Say No Without Guilt (and Still Feel Safe)

    In this episode, we talk about boundaries within relationships—how to say no without guilt, how to stop being passive when you really mean “no,” and how to build emotional safety so honesty doesn’t feel like rejection. We break down real-life examples (intimacy + tiredness, overwhelm and household tasks, going out boundaries), and how past relationship experiences can shape how you communicate today. We also touch on therapy, processing vs blurting, and why boundaries get clearer as you grow.

    1h 4m

  3. FEB 10

    Grand Opening Hangover — Taking a Beat

    We just finished our grand opening and it really wore us out, so we’re taking this week to recover and get reorganized. We’ll return with a new episode next Tuesday. Thanks for your patience — have a good week!

    28 sec

  4. JAN 27

    Welcome Back: Denver Birthday Trip, Family Grief, & Our Jem Junkies Grand Opening (Chicago)

    Welcome back to Together Real Bad—your Chicago-based WLW relationship podcast where we keep it real about love, life, and building together. This episode is a full life update: our Denver birthday trip (food, scooters, and a first-ever NFL game) Trying snowboarding at Winter Park (humbling, hilarious, and painful in the right ways) navigating grief and family reality after a sudden loss and why we’re locking in on boundaries so we don’t lose us in the middle of business. And yes—BIG NEWS: we’re officially opening our studio and throwing our Jem Junkies Grand Opening on February 7 at Lacuna by Catalyst (2150 S Canalport Ave) with an open studio, vendors, raffles, and a super-limited beginner grill-making class. Content note: This episode includes discussion of grief and death.   Grand Opening Quick Info (add to notes) Date: February 7 Location: Lacuna by Catalyst, 2150 S Canalport Ave, Chicago Open Studio: 1–4 PM (walk-ins + appointments) Jan 2026 Trans First 5 guests: free single tooth gem Jan 2026 Trans Evening event: ~5:30–8:30 PM + vendors + raffles  Beginner grill-making class: limited small groups; free for grand opening only    If you rocked with this episode: follow, rate, and write a review (it helps WLW/LGBTQ podcasts get surfaced). And send this to a friend who’s balancing love + life + big dreams.

    45 min

  5. 10/28/2025

    Celebrating 3 Years and A Break

    Hey Yall! No fancy description for y'all today! Just an episode where we talk about our last three years with each other.   Please note **WE WILL BE TAKING A BREAK UNTIL THE SECOND WEEK IN JANUARY 2026**   UNTIL THEN! PEACE!!

    57 min

  6. 10/15/2025

    Sometimes You Need Permission: Learning to Be Yourself Out Loud

    In this heartfelt episode of Together Real Bad, Ace and Beautifulll dive into what it really means to give yourself permission — to grow, to rest, to want more, and to stop asking for approval that you never needed in the first place. From coming out stories and healing through therapy to learning when to let go of friendships, this episode explores the freedom that comes when you finally tell yourself, “It’s okay.” 💬 Topics We Cover: Permission to be yourself (even when others don’t understand) Permission to outgrow people, places, and patterns Permission to rest — without feeling guilty about slowing down Permission to feel what you feel (and not shrink your emotions) Permission to want more — emotionally, financially, and creatively Relationship talk: learning to give each other space and grace 🎙️ Moments to Listen For: “I had to be okay with losing my family before I came out.” “When I let that friendship go, I could finally breathe.” “Sometimes you just need permission to want more — and stop apologizing for it.” 👭 Hosted by: Ace & Beautifulll 🎧 Podcast: Together Real Bad — A LGBT relationship podcast that’s raw, funny, and full of real conversations about love, growth, and learning each other in real time. 📲 Follow Us: IG: @together.real.badpod TikTok: @together.real.badpod relationship podcast, queer couple podcast, love and communication, emotional growth, permission to be yourself, relationship advice for couples, therapy and self-growth, queer love stories, Together Real Bad podcast, self-acceptance and healing outgrowing friendships, permission to rest, relationship boundaries, black queer podcast, LGBTQ couples podcast, giving yourself grace, emotional safety, healing through therapy, modern relationships, women in love podcast, Chicago podcasters #RelationshipPodcast, #QueerLove, #LGBTQPodcast, #TogetherRealBad, #PermissionToBe, #HealingJourney, #LoveOutLoud, #QueerRelationships, #RelationshipGrowth, #EmotionalHealing, #CoupleConversations, #PodcastForCouples, #RealLoveStories, #RelationshipAdvice, #AuthenticLove, #BlackQueerPodcast, #LoveAndHealing, #GiveYourselfPermission

    1h 4m

  7. 10/14/2025

    See Yall Wednesday!

    What’s up yall it’s been a long weekend and we are excited to tell you about it….on Wednesday! See yall then!!

    14 sec

  8. 09/30/2025

    Location Location Location: When your partner asks for your location, is it about safety—or control?

    **YALL, WE ARE SO SORRY, WE DIDN'T PUBLISH THIS EPISODE TWO WEEKS AGO!! WE NEGLECTED TO UPLOAD IT HERE, BUT HERE IT IS AND IT IS ON YOUTUBE, YOU WILL HAVE 2 EPISODES THIS WEEK! ENJOY!!**   In this week’s Together Real Bad episode, Beautifulll & Ace dive into the real question behind sharing your location with your partner: Is it about love and safety—or control and possessiveness? From past relationships filled with sneaky Snapchat tracking and late-night casino check-ins to their current healthy balance of trust and transparency, the duo keeps it all the way real. They explore what healthy boundaries look like when partners share locations, how trauma and past experiences shape trust, and what it really means to feel safe in love. The conversation unfolds naturally—with laughter, storytelling, and a heartfelt look at how communication can make or break modern relationships. As always, Beautifulll & Ace remind listeners that vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s a bridge to deeper connection. In This Episode: When location sharing crosses from caring to controlling How past partners used tracking apps for manipulation What healthy trust looks like in a queer relationship How safety and independence can coexist in love Real talk about boundaries, reassurance, and transparency Date Night Diary: The pair also recap their elegant night out at the Carmen ballet and a five-star dinner at Hawksmoor in Chicago. Expect a little art, a little steak, and a whole lot of laughter. Black Business Spotlight: Shout out to Marquita of Organized Peoples, a professional organizer helping busy women bring order and peace back to their homes and minds. queer relationships, relationship advice podcast, location sharing relationships, possessive partner, healthy communication in relationships, queer love podcast, couples podcast, Together Real Bad, Kristy Ramsey podcast, Beautifulll podcast, LGBTQ couples talk, relationship boundaries, emotional safety in relationships, trust and control, queer couple dynamics, black queer love podcast relationship trust issues, girlfriend location sharing, controlling partner signs, communication in relationships, LGBTQ content creators, lesbian podcast, black lesbian couple podcast, queer love discussions, Chicago podcast, couple therapy talk, modern relationship dynamics, intimacy and trust

    46 min
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Together Real Bad is a queer relationship based podcast, encouraging you to communicate more freely and openly, in your own relationships, to reap the amazing benefits of uninhibited healthy communication. Join us bi-weekly as we discuss topics such as, pop culture, relationship dynamics, date night activities and maybe even a little flag football! Discover how we nurture our growing relationship with intentional acts, questions, love and service.

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  • Creator
    Beautifulll & Ace
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Together Real Bad
  • Provider
    Kristy Ramsey

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