Listener sentiment
Bad Queers is overwhelmingly well-received, with the large majority of recent ratings reflecting enthusiastic appreciation for hosts Kris and Shana. Listeners consistently praise their humor, chemistry, and relatability, often describing the duo as feeling like close friends. The show's blend of queer news, pop culture commentary, guest interviews, and the recurring "Am I a Bad Queer" advice segment is frequently cited as a standout formula, and the hosts' perspective as Black queer women is valued as a rare and needed voice in the LGBTQ+ podcast space. A small number of critical reviews do stand out, however — one flags the use of trans-exclusionary language, another takes issue with the hosts' political leanings as too centrist and classist, and a separate review raises serious concerns about a guest's history of alleged harassment of trans community members. These critiques are isolated rather than systemic, but they point to recurring sensitivities around trans inclusivity that a handful of listeners feel the show has not always handled with care.
Apple4.8 · 38
Summary generated Aug 3, 2026
