Hung Up Podcast

This week on Hung Up Podcast feat. Nell Simmons of The Don’t That Make Sense Podcast: PrEP is not just for Queer men- let’s talk about how HIV has been impacting the straight community recently (00:04:57) What precedent is Philly setting by banning the face ski mask? There are arguments on both sides (00:13:33) Rocks in the sink, and why it went viral this week (00:27:53) Philadelphia Parking Authority is hell! (00:33:46). The infamous K&A (Kensington & Allegheny) in Philly (00:44:13) Why are there so many rules for straight men?! We debate toxic masculinity and straight men watching porn before wrapping up (00:48:34).

Hung Up Fam I finally got my Frat Brother on my podcast! Nell is a father, basketball official, and co-Host of The Don’t That Make Sense Podcast. This week we have a candid conversation about going through your spouse’s phone. And we unpack toxic relationship norms.

Things get a little spicy as Tony and Eric sit down with their next in-studio guest! The cohosts meet up with Philly Socialite/Influencer Bryheim, and Rapper, songwriter, and serial entrepreneur Ra Blanco. The cast members discuss their new queer reality showed, based right here in Philadelphia and upcoming projects. Bryheim on IG @bry.heiim RA Blanco on IG @rablanco

Tony and Eric sit down with another in-studio guest, we meet up with Philly Experience Enthusiast Mo, aka Mo B Outside! Mo sits down with the cohosts to talk about being outside in Philly and what the city has to offer from art, to fashion, to food! Get into this episode as we dive into the MO EXPERIENCE. You can find Mo on IG @mo_b_outside Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Interested in being a guest or have a topic to discuss? Email us at hunguppod@gmail.com Catch Us

Bonus Episode Intro @MistyKnight40 TikTok “Stop Telling People NOT to Vote!” Project 2025 06:35 Israel-Palestine War; my thoughts. 10:17 Thank you Vincent Marc aka MarcMyStyle Philly Tennis Photoshoot. 11:45 What Happens When You Become The Single Friend in the Group? 17:00 Shout out to 1Philadelphia and Innovation Weekend celebrating equity in Philly’s Tech community.

This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony are joined by John of Bomaye. They discuss everything with medical marijuana, Bomaye, and how he is helping the Black and brown community become better advocates for themselves. Catch Us

This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony are joined by singer-songwriter Dominic Patrick to discuss his background as a musician. They talk inspiration, the song writing process, Dominic's time on The Voice, and play some song association at the end of it all. Make sure to tap in with the episode! #HungUP Catch Us

For part 2 of my sit down with Rich J aka BlackBoyPhantasy we get into censorship of Black content creators on platforms like Instagram and ways we can build community for creators in spaces that are more inclusive and less competitive. Lastly, Rich J unpacks how he uses his creative expression to tap into his inner child. IG @BlackBoyPhantasy @PhantasyPhotoz Twitter @PhantasyPhotos

This week Rich J aka BlackBoyPhantasy dials into the Hung Up Podcast. For the first time, we get to hear from the man behind the infamous Black Queer erotic pop art illustrations and photography. I take advantage of this time with BlackBoyPhantasy which is why this is a 2 part podcast. We start with how we got here- who was Rich growing up and how drawing was a big part of his artistic expression. Rich unpacks early influences like growing up drawing with his grandmother. We also talk about fighting the IG algorithm, his transition from drawing to digital art, and highlighted the all the ways you can indulge and support BlackBoyPhantasy. IG @BlackBoyPhantasy @PhantasyPhotoz Twitter @PhantasyPhotos

This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony unpack femme-phobia and its impact to dating, advocacy, and how we show up as individuals and for each other. How did we get here? What role do we all play in perpetuating femme-phobia? Tony and I share this and we end with ways we ourselves embrace our femme. #HungUp Catch Us

This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony dive into some thought-provoking listener feedback and explore the fascinating story of Nanny of the Maroons. Tune in to learn more and comment along as we examine this interesting piece of Black history! #HungUp Catch Us

HungUpPodLIVE (FULL VID ON YOUTUBE) with Eric and Tony season two kicks off with content creator, blogger and host of Upfront with Tre Real, TreReal. After the icebreaker we hear about season 2 of Tre’s YouTube show and talk about the philly creative space- the good and the bad! Catch Us

This week I am dropping the audio from my InstaLive conversation with Artist, Advocate, and Survivor Jewel the Gem. First we get into the 2 new singles Jewel has out right now, "Hair Me Out," and "Mirror Mantra." Then we talk about what Queer artist support looks like- or should. Jewel opens up about her own experiences with being a Queer artist, not getting paid at Pride events, and being the opener for non-Queer artists.

☎️ Erica Mena was wrong- and the LHHATL Producers! Racism and anti-Blackness is never okay, Why are some Black people siding with Erica? Spotify Q & A: Are you Team Erica, Team Spice or Team Everyone Was Wrong? Accountability doesn't always feel good. I learned that first hand this past weekend. Instagram Live audio with the Co-Host of the Positive Voices Podcast, Malachi Stewart. Malachi shares his thoughts on the upcoming season of his show and how he has been creating his own Queer affirming space in the kickboxing sport.

☎️ HungUpPodLIVE YouTube show is coming back this fall! Say Their Names: Angela Michelle Car, Jerrald De Shaun Gallon, and AJ Laguerre Jr., Jacksonville tragedy and why mass shootings keep happening. InstaLive with Nishaa Godfrey aka #YallBetterComeUpandGetYouOneofThese Nishaa gives some raw and REAL advice to restaurants when it comes to food and customer service reviews.

☎️ Vincent Marc, more publicly known as Marc, is a Black queer creative director, stylist & photographer. Born and raised in North Philadelphia, Marc became engulfed in the Black culture offered by the city of “Brotherly Love”, leading him down a path of following his passion and talent for creating.  A visionary at heart, Marc’s work explores the themes of identity, sexuality, fantasy and community, pushing beyond the boundaries of traditional storytelling, showcasing Black art in a way that speaks to the mind, body, and soul.  That is a little about Marc but you all can read his full bio on his website at www.vincentmarc.net

Intro: Episode Dedication to O’Shae Sibley. Personal Journal entry- When will ALL Black lives matter? Nina Simone- What it Means to be Free   Educator and Equity Practitioner Sterling Grimes reflects on balancing Blackness, Queerness, and friendships while navigating personal career changes.

☎️ Intro credit: @shop_aif Instagram This week Justin Coleman owner and creator of Bake’n Bacon dials in to talk about Philly’s first and only bacon-inspired restaurant and food truck business. Justin shares the highs and the lows of entrepreneurship and how he used his own creative interior design skills to build his first restaurant located at 11th and Ellsworth. IG @Baken_BaconFoodTrucks @baken_bacon www.bakenbacon.com

☎️ Intro: Phyllis Hyman: The Life & Tragic Death of an R&B Queen No Rights This week I check in with some thoughts around AI in the LGBTQ community and share and article by PinkNews called ‘How will AI impact the LGBTQ+ community?’ that features Queer AI senior research scientist, Kevin McKee. Instagram live *69 kicks off with DV/IVP Advocate Ryan Canty and Sex Positive Public Speaker and Freelance Writer Henry Philyaw. Full video on the @hunguppod Instagram page. Season 2 of HungUpPodLIVE with Tony Purnell returns with an upcoming happy hour more details coming soon!

☎️ Into Credit: LEGENDARY: 30 Years of Philly Ballroom (no rights) The 5th season of the Hung Up Podcast kicks off with PRIDE 2.0 featuring Mindfulness Leadership Coach and founder of MyMessyRoots, Mario Javon. Mario works with organizations to strengthen their work and promote productivity. Using his tailored coaching curriculum, Mario helps organizations improve productivity and decrease stress. Pride 2.0 is our way of continuing to highlight pressing societal issues that are impacting the LGBTQ+ community- from a life coaching lens. This week we are focusing on religion and ideology. IG @mariojavon @mymessyroots