Ep. 100 "Churning Butter Churning Feelings: A Mormon Gay Awakening Story" with Hayley Faulkner

This week on Kristin Knows Blank, my guest is  comedian, social media influencer, travel enthusiast, and activist Hayley Faulkner! She grew up Mormon, spent her childhood churning butter, and then had her big gay awakening while watching Phantom of the Opera. We laugh, we spill, and we churn out some seriously good stories.   👉 Reminder: You can only WATCH this episode on YouTube! Don’t just listen—come see the fun.  

It's time for another Kristin Knows Blank podcast takeover by LESBIAN ARMY RADIO!  Kristin Key and Nicole Melnyk are back again for a deep dive into Netflix's steamy new hit The Hunting Wives.  Set in a conservative Texas town, this show has it all: lesbians, drama, and lesbian drama (with a hint of murder mystery). Join Kristin and Nicole as they hilariously recap the show's gayest moments, weirdest plot holes, and the importance of learning to drive stick. If you also binged the show and still can't figure out if you loved or hated it, this episode is for you.  Watch ONLY on YouTube (@kristinkeycomedy), and don't forget to drop your questions or comments below for next week's breakdown!

🎙️ New Episode! Kristin Knows Blank with Erin Foley  This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by Erin Foley, the hilarious comedian and women's sports podcaster. We bond over our shared WNBA obsession and how fun it was to perform together at the WNBA All-Star Weekend Comedy and Drag Brunch in support of the Working Families Party. We also tried to not wake up Erin's visiting mom in the next room despite some legit LOL moments. Then we shift into Five Quick Questions and a custom RadLib called "My First WNBA Game." You could say it's a real slam dunk.  ✏️ Chapters include: • Fangirling over the WNBA • Five Quick Questions • A MadLib About Erin's First WNBA Game 🎪 Catch me on tour this summer with my brand-new comedy show: 👉 Camp Kristin: S’more Lesbians, S’more Tour! Get dates and tickets at kristinkey.com 👀 Watch full episodes on YouTube: 📺 @KristinKeyComedy 🎧 Or listen wherever you get your podcasts! Spotify, Apple, Stitcher, the works. Hit that like, comment, or leave a review—but ONLY if your hair is at least a little bit gay.

This week, Kristin Knows Blank has been taken over once again by LESBIAN ARMY RADIO! It’s part 2 of our deep dive into The Ultimatum: Queer Love on Netflix because a show this gay demands more discussion. Kristin Key is joined by returning guest and fellow sapphic superfan Nicole Melnyk to unpack the drama, the dilemmas, the U-Hauls, and the unexpected twists. From emotional growth to chaotic edits, nothing is off limits. Grab your emotional support flannel and let’s break it all down. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube 🎟️ Get tickets to the Camp Kristin tour at kristinkey.com

This week, the Kristin Knows Blank podcast has been hijacked—by LESBIAN ARMY RADIO! 🎙️🌈 Kristin Key and guest Nicole Melnyk dive deep into The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 with strong opinions, unfiltered commentary, and plenty of hilarious hot takes. From red flags to U-Haul energy, no reality-show lesbian drama goes unjudged. 👀 Watch ONLY on YouTube (@kristinkeycomedy), and don't forget to drop your questions or comments below for next week's breakdown!

🎙️ New Episode! Kristin Knows Blank with Sydney Stigerts ✂️💬 This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by the hilarious and heartfelt Sydney Stigerts—comedian, improviser, ex-nanny, and current queer internet treasure. We bond over lesbian hair journeys, dive into some Barber Chair Confessionals (bring tissues and/or hair product), and talk about Syd’s new podcast that’s making waves. Then we shift into chaos with Five Quick Questions and a custom RadLib called “The Secret to Lesbian Hair.” It’s educational. It’s emotional. It’s emotionally educational. 🎪 Catch me on tour this summer with my brand-new comedy show: 👉 Camp Kristin: S’more Lesbians, S’more Tour! Get dates and tickets at kristinkey.com 👀 Watch full episodes on YouTube: 📺 @KristinKeyComedy 🎧 Or listen wherever you get your podcasts! Spotify, Apple, Stitcher, the works. Hit that like, comment, or leave a review!

This week on Kristin Knows Blank, comedian, activist, and all-around badass Dana Goldberg joins Kristin for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation. Dana clears up that she is definitely not a lady, shares her coming out story, and dives into how she uses comedy as a tool for social change. The two swap stories about performing on Olivia Cruises, discuss the power of staying positive in tough times, and play a lightning round of Five Quick Questions before wrapping up with a custom RadLib that takes things in a delightfully ridiculous direction. 🎥 Don’t just listen—watch this episode on YouTube for the full experience! 🎤 And catch Kristin live on the Camp Kristin Tour, coming to cities across the country. Tickets and dates at KristinKey.com. Tune in for laughs, insight, and a little celesbian sparkle!

This week on Kristin Knows Blank, Kristin sits down with writer, podcaster, and queer TikTok icon Alexi Melvin to talk all things Cate Blanchett, Queer Panic, and the Sapphic Panic Podcast. They dive into coming out stories, Star Wars fandom, and what it’s like creating for lesbian TikTok. Plus—Five Quick Questions and a hilarious round of RadLibs! 👉 Watch now at @kristinkeycomedy Then come see me LIVE on the Camp Kristin Tour! 🎤 🎟️ Tour dates & tickets: kristinkey.com   🚨 Sapphic Panic Alert! 🚨 Watch now and panic sapphically with us.  

This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by the insightful and inspiring Mackenzie Dunham—therapist, activist, and all-around truth-teller. We talk about the biggest misconceptions surrounding trans youth, how parents can create truly safe spaces, and the pure joy of watching kids thrive when they’re free to be themselves. It’s a powerful, heartfelt, and surprisingly funny conversation about identity, allyship, and acceptance. Whether you're a parent, an educator, or just a human who wants to do better—this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube For merch and tour dates go to Kristin's Website! 

🎙 This Week on Kristin Knows Blank My guest is the unstoppable Camryn Manheim — Emmy winner, trailblazer, and all-around badass. We dive into her most iconic roles (The Practice, Ghost Whisperer, Law & Order), her early career as an ASL interpreter, and how she literally gamed her way into showbiz by challenging David E. Kelley to a board game. It’s heartfelt, hilarious, and full of behind-the-scenes gems. 🧠 Watch only on YouTube, hit subscribe, and check out KristinKey.com for Camp Kristin: S’more Lesbians S’more tour dates.