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We Need to Talk with Pariah Sinclair

We Need to Talk with Pariah Sinclair

By Pariah Sinclair

Baltimore drag performer Pariah Sinclair brings you a new podcast highlighting the queer people that make Baltimore special. Each week Pariah will bring on a local queer icon to talk some shit and share their opinions on issues impacting the Baltimore community and beyond. Listen every Wednesday for real and unfiltered conversations!
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We Need to Talk about Weed (w/ Josh Crossney)

We Need to Talk with Pariah SinclairMar 03, 2021

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We Need to Talk about Movies, TV, and other Pop Culture BS (w/ DDM)

We Need to Talk about Movies, TV, and other Pop Culture BS (w/ DDM)

We Need to Talk is happy to have our first two-time guest, DDM! Pariah and DDM talk about everything from their favorite movies and tv shows of 2022 to cancel culture.

Follow DDM:

IG/Twitter: dapperdanmidas

Stream DDM on all music platforms!

Jan 18, 202355:24
We Need to Talk about Brooklyn Drag (w/ MaamShe)

We Need to Talk about Brooklyn Drag (w/ MaamShe)

On this episode of the podcast, Pariah talks with Brooklyn queen and social media sensation, MaamShe! They talk all about drag, tiktok, and aspirations to be on reality tv!

Follow Maamshe:

IG/Twitter/Tiktok: @missmaamshe

Jan 04, 202357:08
We Need to Talk About Being a Drag Transplant (w/Evry Pleasure)

We Need to Talk About Being a Drag Transplant (w/Evry Pleasure)

On this episode of We Need to Talk, Pariah welcomes DC drag diva, Evry Pleasure! We talk about Evry growing up in Puerto Rico and the differences between drag there versus DC. Later, we discuss balancing drag, a full-time job, and having a social life! 

Follow Evry Pleasure:

Twitter and Instagram: @EvryPleasure

Dec 21, 202246:34
We Need to Talk about Being Gorgeous (w/ Jolina Jasmine)

We Need to Talk about Being Gorgeous (w/ Jolina Jasmine)

New Jersey's own Jolina Jasmine joins Pariah for this week's episode of We Need to Talk. We talk about being a drag performer in Jersey, their drag inspirations, and what it takes to become a beautiful queen! Later, we learn about Jolina's dislike for broadway.

Follow Jolina on social media:

Twitter: @jolinajasmine1

IG: @jolinajasmine

Dec 14, 202201:15:39
We Need to Talk about OnlyFans (w/ Austin Summers)

We Need to Talk about OnlyFans (w/ Austin Summers)

Drag performer, sex worker, and OnlyFans content creator, Austin Summers stops by on the pod! We discuss doing drag in Fort Lauderdale and her life as a sex worker. This episode was recorded in April when she went by Lana and now she goes by Austin.

Follow Austin Summers:

Twitter: @austinxsummers

Onlyfans: onlyfans.com/austinxsummers

Dec 07, 202246:09
We Need to Talk About Sex Work (w/ Spectra Cosmos)

We Need to Talk About Sex Work (w/ Spectra Cosmos)

On this week's episode, drag performer and OnlyFans content creator, Spectra Cosmos aka Cleo Mercury, stops by on the pod! They talk about everything from living in Lexington, KY to drag to sex work. Later, we discuss the importance of staying on the ground while performing!

*This episode was recorded in April, so aspects of the conversation might be outdated*

Follow Spectra:

Facebook: @xtinewicker

Twitter: @cleomercuryxxx

IG: @wickercult and @spectra.cosmos

Nov 30, 202257:19
We Need to Talk about MTCS (w/Little Piece)

We Need to Talk about MTCS (w/Little Piece)

Get ready for an episode of fast talking and chaos! Philadelphia's own Little Piece joins Pariah on the pod to talk abut everything from being cringey to going viral. Later, we find out all about Moderate Tavere Cunt Severity!

You can follow Little Piece on:

Twitter: @lildicklegend
Instagram: @littledicklegend

Stream MTCS!

Nov 23, 202201:07:19
We Need to Talk About LGBT Rights (w/ Philip Westry)

We Need to Talk About LGBT Rights (w/ Philip Westry)

We Need to Talk is back!!!!! Our first guest for the second half of season 2 is the now Executive Director of FreeState Justice, Philip Westry. We talk about the life changing work the organization does and Philip's position. Later, we learn all about Philip's city council run! To learn more and to donate, please go to https://freestate-justice.org/.

PS: This episode was recorded in April, so parts of our conversation will not be current. 

Nov 16, 202243:50
We Need to Talk about an LA Icon (w/ Kornbread Jete)

We Need to Talk about an LA Icon (w/ Kornbread Jete)

On this week's episode, LA drag icon and IG sensation Kornbread stops by to talk some shit! Kornbread and Pariah chat about everything from being a full-time queen to doing drag in straight venues.

Follow Kornbread:

@kornbreadthesnack on IG

Follow Pariah:
pariahsinclair.com

Aug 11, 202158:29
We Need to Talk about Chicago Drag (w/ Maureen SanDiego)

We Need to Talk about Chicago Drag (w/ Maureen SanDiego)

Chicago drag icon and comedy queen Maureen SanDiego is this week's special guest! Pariah and Maureen talk about everything from drag inspirations to baby queens to Maureen's stint on Judge Mathis. 

Follow Maureen:
@MaureenSanDiego on everything

Follow Pariah:
pariahsinclair.com

Aug 04, 202101:03:60
We Need to Talk about the Philly Drag Scene (w/ Eric Jaffe)

We Need to Talk about the Philly Drag Scene (w/ Eric Jaffe)

Philly bearded drag legend, Eric Jaffe, joins Pariah to discuss everything from digital drag to curating queer art. Later, Eric and Pariah bond over their hate of Facebook.

Follow Eric:
@theericjaffe on IG and Twitter

Follow Pariah: pariahsinclair.com
@pariah_sinclair on all platforms

Jul 28, 202146:25
We Need to Talk about DC Drag (w/ Pussy Noir)

We Need to Talk about DC Drag (w/ Pussy Noir)

DC drag icon, Pussy Noir, joins Pariah on the Season 2 premiere of We Need to Talk! The queens dish about everything from drag post-pandemic to their favorite stand up comics! 

Follow Pussy Noir:
@gracedrones on IG

Follow Pariah Sinclair: 

pariahsinclair.com
@pariasinclair on all platforms

Jul 21, 202101:00:53
We Need to Talk about the Season Finale (w/Vinchelle)

We Need to Talk about the Season Finale (w/Vinchelle)

Philly drag icon Vinchelle joins Pariah on the season finale of We Need to Talk! They talk about everything from Vinchelle's start in drag to lessons learned during the pandemic.

Follow Vinchelle:
@vinchelle on IG
vinchelle.com

Follow Pariah and buy her merch: pariahsinclair.com

Apr 28, 202101:14:29
We Need to Talk about Being a Philly Queen (w/ Ebony Icon Fierce)

We Need to Talk about Being a Philly Queen (w/ Ebony Icon Fierce)

Philly drag performer and event producer Icon Ebony Fierce joins Pariah on this week's episode! They talk about everything from Icon's start in drag to the Philly Drag Town Hall.

Follow Icon Ebony Fierce:
@iconebonyfierce on IG
https://www.burdevents.com/

Follow Pariah and buy her merch: pariahsinclair.com

See her at The Manor every Friday for RPDR Viewing Party

Apr 21, 202101:03:29
We Need to Talk about Being a Baltimore Drag Icon (w/ Brooklyn Heights)

We Need to Talk about Being a Baltimore Drag Icon (w/ Brooklyn Heights)

Baltimore and DC drag icon Brooklyn Heights joins Pariah on this week's episode! They talk about everything from Brooklyn's start in drag to show producing during a pandemic.

Follow Brooklyn Heights:
@iambrooklynheights on IG

See her at The Manor every Saturday for brunch.

Follow Pariah and buy her merch: pariahsinclair.com

See her at The Manor every Friday for RPDR Viewing Party

Apr 14, 202155:37
We Need to Talk about Being a Clothing Designer (w/ Rich Rocket)

We Need to Talk about Being a Clothing Designer (w/ Rich Rocket)

On this week's episode, designer, artist, and host, Rich Rocket, joins Pariah to talk about everything from owning a clothing line to being a queer creative in Baltimore. Later, Rich Rocket breaks down what he has planned for the future.

Follow Rich Rocket:
iamrichrocket.co
@richrocket on every social media platform

Support Vintage Thrivals:
Shop at Royal by Sbe on the weekends at 775 Washington Blvd Baltimore MD

Follow Pariah and buy her merch: pariahsinclair.com

Apr 07, 202151:52
We Need to Talk about Being an Independent Artist (w/ DDM)

We Need to Talk about Being an Independent Artist (w/ DDM)

This week Baltimore rapper and icon DDM joins Pariah to talk about everything from their love of going to the movies to RPDR. Later, DDM discusses the life of being an independent artist and what he has planned for the future.

Follow and Stream DDM:
@ddm on IG, Facebook, Twitter, Spotify, and Apple Music

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SecretaryOfShade

Follow Pariah and buy her merch: pariahsinclair.com

Mar 31, 202101:05:46
We Need to Talk about Being #Realistic (w/ Jasmine Blue)

We Need to Talk about Being #Realistic (w/ Jasmine Blue)

On this week's episode, DMV drag icon Jasmine Blue stops by to chat about everything from her start in drag to her takes on this season of RPDR. Later, she gives some advice to performers on how to balance drag and a day job. 

Follow Jasmine Blue: @therealjasmineblue on IG 

Follow Pariah: pariahsinclair.com

Mar 24, 202152:53
We Need to Talk about Being a Drag Legend (w/ Shawnna Alexander)
Mar 17, 202101:10:60
We Need to Talk about Being a Traveling Queen (w/ Jessica L'Whor)

We Need to Talk about Being a Traveling Queen (w/ Jessica L'Whor)

On this week's episode, Denver drag icon Jessica L'Whor stops by to talk about everything from being a full-time queen to performing in the midst of a pandemic.

Follow Jessica:
jessicalwhor.com


Follow Pariah:
pariahsinclair.com

Mar 10, 202140:03
We Need to Talk about Weed (w/ Josh Crossney)

We Need to Talk about Weed (w/ Josh Crossney)

On this week's episode, CEO and founder of the Cannabis Science Conference, Josh Crossney, joins Pariah to talk weed and more. They discuss Josh's journey with cannabis and how he turned it into business. Later, Pariah and Josh dish about the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City and why they feel bad for Mary Crosby.

Learn more about the Cannabis Science Conference:
https://www.cannabisscienceconference.com

Follow Josh:
@joshcrossney on everything

Follow Pariah:
pariahsinclair.com

Mar 03, 202101:04:35
We Need to Talk about Being a Show Producer (w/ Chris Jay)

We Need to Talk about Being a Show Producer (w/ Chris Jay)

On this week's episode, drag king and fellow podcaster, Chris Jay stops by the show. He talks about creating the daily talk show/podcast, Coffee with Chris, as well as his past managing two Baltimore venues. Later, Chris and Pariah discuss what goes...
Feb 24, 202159:04
We Need to Talk about Being Sober (w/ Donna Slash)

We Need to Talk about Being Sober (w/ Donna Slash)

On this episode, we are welcomed by DMV drag icon and co-founder of GAYBASH, Donna Slash! She talks about getting sober over the course of the pandemic and where she sees herself in the future. Later, Pariah and Donna talk about the legendary party...
Feb 17, 202156:37
We Need to Talk about Being a Problematic (w/ Abbi Kadabra)

We Need to Talk about Being a Problematic (w/ Abbi Kadabra)

On this week's episode, former Baltimore queen and current Michigan resident, Abbi Kadabra, joins Pariah to talk about everything from drag to lessons learned throughout the pandemic. Later, Abbi discusses some of her "problematic" and controversial...
Feb 10, 202158:57
We Need to Talk about Being a Queer Rapper (w/ Kotic Couture)

We Need to Talk about Being a Queer Rapper (w/ Kotic Couture)

On this week's episode, Baltimore rapper, Kotic Couture stops by to discuss their start in music and their upcoming album! Pariah and Kotic then talk about everything from Baltimore Pride to Drag Race to THE problematic fave, Azealia Banks.Follow Kotic...
Feb 03, 202101:13:47
We Need to Talk about Doing in a Pandemic (w/ Betty O’Hellno)

We Need to Talk about Doing in a Pandemic (w/ Betty O’Hellno)

On this week's episode, Baltimore's burlesque drag diva, Betty O'Hellno, stops by to talk some shit! Betty discusses her start in burlesque and drag, and then talks about working in the midst of a pandemic. Later, Pariah and Betty discuss the insanity...
Jan 27, 202159:21
We Need to Talk about the Journey of Gender (w/ Anastasia Belladonna)

We Need to Talk about the Journey of Gender (w/ Anastasia Belladonna)

On this week's episode, Baltimore drag icon, Anastasia Belladonna joins Pariah to talk about why she is now living in Kentucky! They discuss Ana's progression in drag, as well as her journey with her gender identity.Also prepare yourself for some sound...
Jan 20, 202148:16
We Need to Talk about Getting Your Own Weight Up (w/ Shaunda Leer)

We Need to Talk about Getting Your Own Weight Up (w/ Shaunda Leer)

On this week's episode, Baltimore drag staple, Shaunda Leer, stops by to discuss everything from drag race to her start in drag. Along the way, we find out about all the now-closed venues Shaunda used to work at.Follow Shaunda Leer:IG, FB, Twitter,...
Jan 13, 202101:01:13
We Need to Talk about Being Queer in Baltimore (w/Jabari Lyles)

We Need to Talk about Being Queer in Baltimore (w/Jabari Lyles)

On the FIFTH episode episode of the podcast, Jabari Lyles stops by to talk about the Baltimore queer scene. He also discusses his journey to working in the Mayor's office! Later, Pariah and Jabari chat about the highly anticipated Wendy Williams...
Jan 06, 202149:51
We Need to Talk about the Hustle of Drag (w/ Naomi Ratchet)

We Need to Talk about the Hustle of Drag (w/ Naomi Ratchet)

This week's special guest is the hilarious Naomi Ratchet. The two Baltimore drag queens discuss balancing their day jobs and drag, as well as being queer in the workplace. Later, we find out why Naomi's breastplate is more popular than she is. Follow...
Dec 23, 202057:19
We Need to Talk about Drag Race (w/ Jake Leizear)

We Need to Talk about Drag Race (w/ Jake Leizear)

Surprise! This is a special edition of the podcast where it is all about Rupaul's Drag Race! Baltimore comic and RPDR super fan Jake Leizear joins Pariah to discuss the casts of the upcoming seasons of drag race US and UK. They give their honest...
Dec 17, 202001:03:16
We Need to Talk about Being a Baltimore Comic (w/ Violet Gray)

We Need to Talk about Being a Baltimore Comic (w/ Violet Gray)

This week's episode special guest is Baltimore comedian and hilarious Facebook poster Violet Gray. She joins Pariah to talk about navigating the Baltimore comedy scene as genderqueer and what she thinks comedy post-covid will look like. Pariah breaks...
Dec 16, 202054:06
We Need to Talk about Therapy (w/ Teara Newhole Gsus)

We Need to Talk about Therapy (w/ Teara Newhole Gsus)

On the debut episode of "We Need to Talk", Pariah is joined by her drag mother Teara Newhole Gsus. They discuss the origins of their mother/daughter relationship and eventually get to the topic of therapy. Both share their journeys in therapy and then...
Dec 08, 202001:04:04