The Good Bi Podcast

Today’s episode features the award-winning Temi Wilkey, who is a British- Nigerian playwright, performer, and comedian. She is currently performing Lover Girl, the one-woman follow-up to her popular show Main Character Energy, which debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe. Lover Girl is an epic story about “love, loss and romantic misadventures”. Today we talk about her process of performing and the connection between being a Bi Black performer and how that informs her work. Follow Temi here Temi Wilkey on InstagramGet Tickets to Lover Girl Here Follow me on Tik Tok:⁠Charmee Tik Tok⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠@Bi_astrology⁠Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠

This week, we are joined by Aaron Hammersley. We explore coming out, toxic masculinity, health disparities, sexual assault survivorhood amongst bisexuals and Bi Representation on Screen.Aaron is a producer, writer and creative, a multidisciplinary creative and advocate with an 18-year career spanning film, television, animation, music videos, and commercials. He has contributed to projects at every major film studio and has produced more than 90 Hollywood red carpet premieres, collaborating with a wide array of high-profile talent. Since 2022, Aaron has worked in the Physical Production department of the Live Action Feature division of Walt Disney Studios, helping bring big-budget theatrical releases to life. In 2024, he co-authored the first comprehensive industry guide to the portrayal of bi+ characters in film and television—a landmark resource for inclusive storytelling. Beyond the screen, Aaron is an active voice in the nonprofit space; advocating for LGBTQ+ representation, environmental sustainability, and social equity.Aaron HammersleyRewrite The Bi LineRewrite The Bi Line Instagram Resources for Sexual Assult RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization and operator of the National Sexual Assault HotlineLos Angeles LGBT Center 24 Hour Hotline Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠Follow me on Tik Tok:⁠Charmee Tik Tok⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠@Bi_astrology⁠

This week, we do a deep dive into the very first drag queen who also was the first queer American Hero, William Dorsey Swann, Queer Resistance, and Dyke Day. Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠Follow me on Tik Tok:⁠Charmee Tik Tok⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠@Bi_astrology⁠

This week, we explore the history and consequences of the false science of conversion therapy. A content warning: we talk about wacky and discredited pseudoscience that has caused a lot of harm to the LGBTQ+ community. I encourage everyone to speak with a licensed and Bi+affirming therapist with resources below. Bi Affirming Therapist The LGBTQ+ Mental Health Workbook Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠Follow me on Tik Tok:⁠Charmee Tik Tok⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠@Bi_astrology⁠

In this rewind episode, we are joined by Amanda Timpson, the internet's favorite queer historian, to talk about the term “femme.” We talk about the origins of the word, who can and cannot use it and the biggest question of all: “Are Bisexuals allowed to use the word femme?”Yesterqueers WebsiteYesterqueers Tik Tok Yesterqueers InstagramYesterqueers Podcast: Wild Violets Femme Resources:Gender Trouble Becoming VisibleStone Butch BluesThe Persistent Desire: A Femme-Butch ReaderBi Community and ResourcesLA Bi Task Force Rewite The Bi LineCharmee's ThingsBi My Book 💖💜💙⁠Follow me on Tik Tok:⁠Charmee Tik Tok⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠@Bi_astrology⁠

Grabs some snacks from Trader Joe's to welcome in Taurus season because this week, we discuss queercoding vs queerbating, and favourite queercoded characters from the past. We also dive into the money behind Coachella, the Los Angeles mayoral election, and of course, Lesbians! Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠Follow me on Tik Tok:⁠Charmee Tik Tok⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠@Bi_astrology⁠

This week, we talk about the problematic term “Gold Star Lesbian”, The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives, Bridgerton getting a sapphic season and How To Be A Good Bi In A Bad World.   Charmee’s stuff ;)⁠Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠⁠Charmee TikTok⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram:The Good Bi Podcast Instagram

This week, we are joined by podcast producer and professional bisexual Farrah Safari as we discuss the internet's favorite question: is having a boyfriend embarrassing, but with a Bi twist. We also cover some Bi hot topics and end with a rant on calling your cis het boyfriend a lesbian! Find Farrah’s Instagram HereFarrah’s TikTok HereCharmee’s stuff ;)⁠Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠⁠Charmee TikTok⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram:The Good Bi Podcast Instagram

This week, we talk about the BAFTA’s  fiasco and how the world decided to talk inaccurately about ableism. And we roll out a new segment called The Good Bi News with news on Ex-files reboot, a new Gallup poll confirming that representation matters, Megan Thee Stallion's Broadway Debut, and how to undo internalized biphobia.Crutches and SpiceCharmee’s stuff ;)⁠Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠⁠Charmee TikTok⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram:The Good Bi Podcast Instagram

This week, we talk about the very controversial essay titled “Lowkey, I Choose To Be A Lesbian”. We discuss the good, the bad, and the nuance. LA Bi Task Force Ways to help fight back:1) Call your Representatives:5 Calls Apphttps://5calls.org2) Give to Mutual Aid:https://linktr.ee/chirlahttp://Linktr.ee/mplsmutualaidhttp://www.mibfc.org/donateCharmee’s stuff ;)⁠Bi My Book 💖💜💙⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠⁠Charmee TikTok⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram:The Good Bi Podcast Instagram