Daro’s Daring Thoughts
By Cordaro Johnson
My name is Cordaro and my goal is to make a positive impact in other people’s lives. I run a podcast called Daro’s Daring Thoughts, which is a weekly show about current events, news, political topics, trends etc; and how my mind navigates through the authenticity - while eliminating the bones. I want people to have a positive experience with this podcast, but also learn a perspective they never knew existed. My Rants will have you Raving!
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Daro’s Daring ThoughtsApr 30, 2024
SH Martha's Vineyard Recap EP 1-6
Come listen as I recap the first 6 episodes of season two's Summer House Martha's Vineyard on Bravo. If you are also watching this show, you may want to tap in for this recap.
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Melanin Edition: Therapy Works
Does therapy actually work? Cordaro finally found a therapist he likes, and here is what he learned...
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Melanin Edition: Release The Wiggle
Daro shares his ENTIRE experience with the Renaissance tour, the good, the bad, the fatphobic, and the drama of it all.
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Melanin Edition: How Far Would You Go For Love?
In light of my recent therapy sessions I’ve realized that I’ve spent a lot of my time seeking love from others without loving myself. I will be sharing my therapy update with you guys but before I do that please check out this episode I dropped last year, originally titled "Desperate For Love."
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Melanin Edition: My Light Comes From Jesus
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Melanin Edition: The Dating Pool Has Piss In It with Nude Radio
Dating isn't easy, but it's worse than ever. People make crazy assumptions, they see each other at face value, and most of the time all they want is sex. What if you actually want to get to know someone? Cordaro and Kenny Heflin (Nude Radio) talk about what they want from dating, and what they're getting. Then, hear where they're looking to meet new people these days...
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Melanin Edition: This Is 50 with Didi
50 seems like a milestone we don't ever want to reach. Dare Bears, the bestie Didi is here to tell you just how wrong you are - and why 50+ is EVERYTHING.
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Melanin Edition: Scary A Word
...Apologize? Is it worth it? Dare Bears, let's be honest for a few minutes.
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Melanin Edition: I Don't Know You
Years don't equate to healthy relationships. We hold on to people for too damn long. It's time to look at some of these people and say "I Don't Know You."
Melanin Edition: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop with Justin
Cordaro and Justin discuss the history and culture of 50 years of hip hop...what's your take?
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Melanin Edition: Move Out Da Way
When meta friends want to move funny, they can move out da way. Did you catch that? Be direct - or stay out of Cordaro's circle.
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Melanin Edition: Leave Us Alone - O'Shea Sibley
Following this tragedy, Cordaro transparently shares about safety, the BS of allyship, what it will actually take as BLACK and QUEER community members to find safety in our communities, and more.
Missed the headline? https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/31/nyregion/stabbing-gas-station-brooklyn.html
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Melanin Edition: Meta Relationships with Crystal
Are Meta relationships real? Cordaro and Crystal chat about how they became friends, the Clubhouse scene, and more.
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Melanin Edition: Renaissance Impact with Mojo
What was the impact of Renaissance on Ballroom culture? Daro and Mojo talk colorism, homophobia, fatphobia, and more on this episode.
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Melanin Edition: Can I Date a F*ck Buddy?
Dare Bears, you know Cordaro loves his F*ck Buddies...but what happens when he catches feelings? Do you have to choose between a n*t and a broken heart? Find out his answers in this episode!
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Melanin Edition: Living With Chronic Pain
This sh*t ain't for the week, Dare Bears. Living with chronic pain impacts my life every f*cking day. Listen if you want to learn or relate.
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Hot Topics with Makeup Artist KP
Catfishing stories, Beyonce cringe, colorism in the entertainment industry, do fat girls deserve ugly men, and more with KP.
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Melanin Edition: You Mad Cuz It Ain't You
Byron Perkins being read 5 seconds after coming out, biracial dating, Durann Bernarr's take, and more. Be honest, you mad, or you mad cuz it aint' you?
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Season Five Opening Episode
We're back Dare Bears! Here's what you can look forward to, rain or shine, each week.
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Melanin Edition: Music & Fashion with Notorious Shad
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Melanin Edition: Switching Up My Network
Cordero has dedicated his who life to supporting cis gender women in what they do. The older he gets, the more he realizes that has hurt him more than it has helped him. He is nearly 37, and he doesn’t have a core group of professional, black gay men he can network with. So how does he switch up his circle?
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Melanin Edition: Poly Poly Poly with Kiana
Cordaro pops his pansexual cherry on today's episode - his first pansexual guest Kiana joins him to talk about her poly lifestyle, love, sex, and more. Listen for all the tea.
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Melanin Edition: Dating Ain't No Heaux with The Dating Coach
Dating as a gay black man is hard in these streets, but there are some uncomfortable truths and I must accept the part I play. Join me and The Gay Dating Coach in that conversation.
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Melanin Edition: My Superpower
Do you have natural traits that you ignore or treat as a weakness? In this episode, learn how Daro discovered his superpower of being open to others, in tune with his feelings, and trusting his gut.
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Melanin Edition: Sag Season Got Me
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Melanin Edition: He Wants The Scent with Kenny Heflin
The Nudist joins Cordaro to chat SEX. Just listen and find out.
Melanin Edition: We Can't Be Friends
Y'all ever break up or have a situationship or crush and think you can "still be friends." NO. We can't still be friends, unless you wanna be friends with a jealous b*tch. Cordaro gets emotional as he thinks about the people he's loved, tried to keep as friends, and had to give up.
Melanin Edition: We Are Doomed
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Melanin Edition: It Is What It Is
It's tough out here in these streets. People wanna play with my emotions and promise relationships that are never gonna happen. Dare Bears, let me be the one to give you all permission...have an "It is what it is" moment with me.
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Melanin Edition: I Topped
Dare Bears...did any of us see this *coming*? The tea is piping in this one.
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Melanin Edition: Side Piece Energy
Baby do you give side piece energy? Whether it's his zodiac, his past, or a past LIFE, Cordaro explores why he thinks he just gives off side piece energy.
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Melanin Edition: Fatphobia Is Real Y'all
Why are y'all so mad at fat people? Why does the media hate Lizzo? And can skinny b*tches be trusted? Cordaro and Sean BK break it down on this episode.
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Melanin Edition: Purpose with Amber (Part 2)
Amber and Cordaro talk about support (and not getting it), how it feels when people exit your life, the challenges of being a creative, and more.
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Melanin Edition: Purpose with Amber (Part 1)
Cordaro and Amber talk finding your purpose, childhood influences, how life looks different when you don't have support, and the way your circle changes when you start walking purposefully.
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Melanin Edition: You Irritate Me But Got Good D
What's the D got you doin? Cordaro spills ALLL - well, almost all - the tea in this one. #unfiltered
Melanin Edition: Returning To The Office
Why do y'all hate on people with remote jobs? Cordaro shares his challenges in finding work that allows him to travel, and what he wants to do next.
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Melanin Edition: Scorpios Ain't Sh*t
That's it. That's the caption. From one Scorpio to the rest of y'all.
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Melanin Edition: Don't Play With Your Health
Don't play with your health y'all! A pain in Cordaro's leg went from a Sciatic nerve issue to a diabetes scare to an unexpected diagnosis.
The most frustrating part is that it could have been avoided if he had received proper health care earlier. However, people who are overweight continue to struggle with healthcare inequity.
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Melanin Edition: Random Sex Sh*t
Cordaro reflects on having lots of sex, toxic F-buddies, having a good time, insecurities, and more.
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The Melanin Edition: Single Life is Ok
Cordaro isn't a hypocrite, he's just embracing the journey. Hear why he decided to NOT start going out, and what he's doing instead...
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Melanin Edition: Mid-Season Check In
Cordaro shares what to expect from the podcast, music, his writing, and more. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a thing!
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Melanin Edition: Love You Granny
Cordaro and his cousin share memories about their granny, discuss how her life impacted them, and more. Enjoy this walk down memory lane centered around one woman's life built in Chicago in the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
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Melanin Edition: FU*K Politics with Jimmy (Part 2)
Racism, Abortion law, religion, the Supreme Court and more. Hear why Jimmy and Cordaro are TIRED, and what they think about everything that's going on in America these days.
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Melanin Edition: FU*K Politics with Jimmy (part 1)
This world is crazy, and it's time to talk about gun laws, abortion, and more with Cordaro and his political expert Jimmy.
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Melanin Edition: 100th Episode Celebration with Nisha!
Happy 100th to all the loyal Dare Bears! A special thanks to those who have been loyal listeners - and congratulations to the 100th episode contest winner Nisha! She is joining Cordaro on this very special episode - tune in for the tea, to learn a little more about Nisha, and to celebrate with Cordaro.
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Melanin Edition: I'm Not Going Out Again
Y'all act funny around fat people, charge too much for basic drinks, men won't dance with the fat girls, and aren't making it fun, so Cordaro is done going out. Period.
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Melanin Edition: The Real City Girl - Den
Tune in for the kiki of the summer. Cordaro and Den chat all things love, friendship, DL men, college experiences, future goals, and more.
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Melanin Edition: Zeus Network I Got Smoke
Why does Zeus Network constantly portray gay men, especially female presenting gay men, as always being ghetto? Cordaro shares why he refuses to buy into the constant push of fighting, angry, catty behavior on reality TV.
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Melanin Edition: Masculine DL Men Only
Welcome back Dare Bears! In this episode, Cordaro lights up and lets it all out - the challenges of being a plus size gay man, starting an Only Fans, the best sex he's ever had, and more. You aren't ready for this episode, but hit play anyway LOL.
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