Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know
Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know
Max Emerson
Adolescence sucks for everyone, but especially for queer kids. In a world that is openly hostile to queer people, Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know hosted by Max Emerson is here to help. From questioning, to coming out, to navigating the perils of sex/drugs/emoji filled texts, this survival guide promises to be a crucial resource and wellspring of joy for anyone currently going through it. Although curated from a gay man’s perspective, this project aims to include resources for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY!
Celebrity Photographer On: Self Love, Coming Out, Social Change, Colorism + Homophobia | Henry Jimenez
Welcome back to Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know! In today’s episode, we’re exploring the vibrant world of creative vision with the talented Henry Jimenez. At just 24, Henry has made waves in fashion and celebrity photography, using his art to challenge norms and advocate for social change. Join us as we discuss his journey from a young boy in Comalcalco, Mexico, to a dynamic force in Los Angeles, touching on topics like colorism, identity, and the power of storytelling. Whether you’re an aspiring creative or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with insights and advice you won’t want to miss! Timestamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:48 - Who The Hell Are You 00:09:01 - Henry’s backstory  00:11:05 - Colorism on TV 00:12:36 - Photographing celebrities  00:13:16 - Mexican heritage and living in LA 00:15:26 - Machismo, homophobia, and coming out  00:17:53 - Religion  00:21:54 - Feeling like an outsider 00:23:51 - Henry coming out to his mom 00:29:15 - Max’s coming out story  00:31:08 - Henry’s childhood and triggers  00:33:40 - Max’s father  00:35:21 - Artistic vision and Henry’s Angels  00:36:59 - Feeling beautiful  00:38:33 - Growing up in the panhandle  00:41:19 - Colorism around the world 00:42:45 - Collaboration  00:44:35 - Advice for aspiring creatives  00:45:09 - Ignoring the haters  00:46:38 - What’s next for Henry 00:47:50 - Fight me  Sponsored By: BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use code MAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Puori Go to Puori.com/maxemerson and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Sparkle Club Get your limited edition hard copy today Check Out Henry: Instagram Tik Tok Youtube Check Out Max: Instagram YouTube TikTok Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson
Oct 7, 2024
51 min
Coming Out, Dating Apps, Alligator Attacks, + Shoe Size? | Solo
Welcome to today’s Ask Me Anything episode, where I tackle the intriguing questions you've sent me on Instagram! From my shoe size (a surprisingly popular topic) to the mystery of Sarge's backup food guy, we’ll cover it all. We’ll also discuss coming out in theater school, dealing with bullies, navigating dating apps, and even how to escape an alligator attack! Get ready for a fun mix of curiosities, confessions, and some relationship advice.  Timestamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:03 - Shoe Size?  00:01:25 - Sarge 00:01:46 - Traveling  00:03:46 - Coming out in theater school  00:08:08 - Bullying  00:09:13 - When to come out  00:09:55 - How to run away from an alligator  00:10:50 - Social media & boundaries  00:13:31 - Dating apps  00:18:48 - Finding “the one”  00:20:25 - Relationship Advice  00:21:16 - Marriage  00:21:35 - Therapy  00:21:44 - Writing and publishing  00:22:40 - Bottoming  00:23:33 - Max’s Underpants 00:23:55 - Financial advice  00:24:58 - Diet  00:25:34 - Only Fans   00:26:55 - The future  00:27:13 - Skincare Routine  00:28:01 - Adoption  00:28:40 - Fight me!  Show Links:  Hot Sissy  Max’s Underpants  Hooked Movie  Only Fans, Self-Love, Burnout, Celebrity Glam + Queer Advocacy | Kyle Krieger Adoption, Surrogacy, + Being Gay in the US Army | Andrés Camilo Max’s Patreon Andre’s Instagram Andre’s Patreon  Coming Out Resources:  The Coming Out Handbook (The Trevor Project) Coming Out - GLSEN Prep Resources:  Learning Resources - PrEP  PrEP Action Kit Sponsored By:  Puori Go to Puori.com/maxemerson and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Shilajit  Use code: max for 15% off your first order at blacklotusshilajit.com  Check On Max Emerson:  Instagram YouTube TikTok Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson
Sep 30, 2024
30 min
Tik Tok Fame, Embracing the Chaos, Highs And Lows Of Stardom + Max’s Haunted House? | Spencewuah
Welcome back to Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Spencer Hunt, better known as Spencewuah, a TikTok sensation famous for their "Daily Scream" series. Join us as Spencwuah shares the highs and lows of stardom in the digital age, the unofficial 6th borough, and the time someone used their photos to catfish. Stay tuned for dating horror stories, chaotic meet and greets and advice for aspiring content creators. Also…I think my house is #haunted?  Timestamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction  00:01:31 - Who the hell are you  00:09:29 - Rise to chaotic tik tok fame  00:14:23 - Catfishing & number leak  00:16:05 - The unofficial 6th burrough & New Jersey 00:22:07 - Florida vs Jersey 00:23:01 - Ghosting & cat parenting 00:27:11 - The Daily Scream & working at Starbucks 00:32:45 - Haunted House 00:33:41 - The REAL Spencewauh Hunt 00:35:28 - Meet & greets  00:39:28 - Content creation 00:42:14 - Tik Tok fame 00:43:24 - Cancellation, fake tweets, internet fame  00:48:49 - Being authentic on social media 00:53:07 - FIGHT ME!  Sponsored By:  BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use codeMAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Puori Go to Puori.com and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Sparkle Club Get your limited edition hard copy today Check Out Spencewuah: Tik Tok Instagram Youtube  Check Out Max: Instagram YouTube TikTok Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson
Sep 23, 2024
56 min
Only Fans, Self-Love, Burnout, Celebrity Glam + Queer Advocacy | Kyle Krieger
Welcome back to another episode! Today, we’re thrilled to host Kyle Krieger, a Los Angeles-based celebrity hairstylist to a beloved online personality with over 2 million followers. Kyle discusses sustainable creativity, sharing insights on how he balances his creative passions with self-care, handles burnout, and remains grounded. We also explore his advocacy for LGBTQ+ causes and his unique approach to creative projects, including his work on OnlyFans. Tune in for a candid conversation about creativity, self-love, and community connection! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:01:16 - Who the hell are you?  00:07:27 - Starting as a content creator  00:09:00 - From celebrity hair styling to content creation  00:11:29 - Struggling with self esteem  00:14:10 - Handling burnout   00:20:55 - Staying grounded  00:23:44 - Refilling your cup  00:25:20 - The limitations of creative projects  00:29:39 - Picking projects to pursue  00:31:36 - Queer advocacy  00:33:22 - Connecting with community  00:38:58 - Creative control and Only Fans 00:40:41 - Committing to Only Fans 00:45:18 - Boundaries & Only Fans 00:47:44 - FIGHT ME! Sponsored By: Black Lotus Shilajit Use code: max for 15% off your first order at blacklotusshilajit.com  Patreon Get your exclusive access  Puori Go to Puori.com and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Check Out Kyle: Instagram More Kyle Check Out Max:  Instagram YouTube TikTok  Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson
Sep 16, 2024
52 min
Adoption Announcement, Surrogacy, Being Gay In The US Military | Andrés Camilo
Ep. #2 In this episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I'm thrilled to welcome my fiancé and incredibly talented guest, Andrés Camilo. We’ll explore his fascinating journey from growing up in Medellín to serving as a US Army Veteran, and how he channels his experiences into his visual art and social media presence. Today, we’re tackling the complex topic of family planning—covering everything from surrogacy and adoption to the ethical and emotional aspects involved. Whether you're considering parenthood yourself or just here to learn more about Andrés, this episode is packed with insights and personal reflections. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about love, creativity, and building a future together. Timestamps:  00:01:28 - Who the hell are you?  00:06:18 - Andrés’ backstory and art  00:09:21 - Military experience  00:14:33 - Authenticity and social media   00:15:59 - Storytelling & the creative process  00:18:42 - Creating reels and tiktoks  00:20:20 - Advice for aspiring artists  00:21:53 - Important relationship conversations 00:23:58 - Deciding we are ready for children  00:24:58 - Surrogacy 00:32:22 - Do your research  00:33:26 - Interviewing with different agencies  00:37:14 - Ethics and communication  00:41:39 - The adoption process  00:44:57 - Matching with a birth mother 00:46:18 - Waiting to get matched  00:49:36 - Preparing for parenthood 00:50:26 - Tips for family planning 00:53:16 - FIGHT ME!  Adoption Resources:  https://menhavingbabies.org https://www.helpusadopt.org/ https://www.adopthelp.com/ Sponsored By:  Puori Go to Puori.com and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use codeMAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Check out  Andrés:  Linktree Art Instagram Tik Tok Patreon Check Out Max: Instagram YouTube TikTok Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson
Sep 9, 2024
59 min
Queer American History, Gay Villains, History of Pride Parades + Gay Representation | Dr. Eric Cervini
Ep. #1 Welcome to the debut episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I’m thrilled to welcome the remarkable Dr. Eric Cervini, author of The Deviant’s War. We explore Queer American history, uncovering the pivotal figures and events that have shaped our community. Dr. Cervini shares insights from his award-winning book and Emmy-nominated docu-series, The Book of Queer. Tune in as we discuss everything from early LGBTQ+ activism to gay rights and wrongs, and discover how these moments continue to influence us today. Topics Discussed: 00:01:46 - Who the hell are you?  00:05:35 - Balancing all your career aspirations  00:06:37 - Dr. Eric Cervini  00:07:23 - From Texas to Harvard  00:08:22 - Spanish & french lesson  00:09:07 - Political activism  00:14:52 - Texas campaign incident  00:16:54 - Gay representation  00:19:51 - Harvey Milk  00:21:24 - The Mattachine Society  00:25:25 - The history of Pride parades  00:27:14 - Frank Kameny  00:31:45 - The Dowdy Trial 00:36:57 - Allstora & book publishing  00:43:39 - The Book Of Queer  00:47:05 - Queer Historians 00:49:29 - Akhnaten & gay villains   00:50:21 - Queer role models throughout history  00:54:18 - Neurodivergence throughout history  00:56:29 - The importance of intersectionality  00:58:48 - Ways to get involved  01:01:53 - FIGHT ME!  Sponsored by:  BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use codeMAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Puori Go to Puori.com and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Sparkle Club Get your limited edition hard copy today Check out Eric Cervini: Website Instagram Allstora The Deviant’s War The Book Of Queer Check Out Max:  Instagram YouTube TikTok  Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson
Sep 9, 2024
1 hr 7 min
Trailer - Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know
Sep 4, 2024
1 min