Synopsis
Gay romance author Kris Cook and pop culture aficionado Chadrick Douglas bring you lively conversations about about gay men, lesbian women, bisexual and transgendered people falling in and out of love. Explore the world of books, movies, music, television and so much more through big gay colored glasses. You'll also hear interviews with authors, entertainers and other fascinating people more than happy to share their passions, desires, fears and funny moments with you! Come join us and explore all things romantic and gay ... even if you're neither!
Episodes
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How Much Are Eggs at the Twatwaffle House?
28/02/2025 Duration: 27minGrab your Dr. Pepper (and maybe some vodka), because this week on Ranting Out Loud, the gang dives headfirst into chaos—complete with audio echoes and plenty of snark. Chadrick rails against Apple (but begrudgingly supports them for the gays), Mike introduces us to “twatwaffles” (our new official insult for corrupt politicians), and Lee is ready to take down Texas’ discriminatory antics one wheelchair ramp at a time. Plus, we unpack Easter egg inflation, marriage equality threats, and why Baby Jessica still owes us an apology for interrupting Designing Women. It’s messy, it’s fabulous, and it’s unapologetically queer.
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Spatch Cock: Private Eye
21/02/2025 Duration: 27minLove is in the air, but so are rants, and Ranting Out Loud is here for it! This week, Chadrick spills on Valentine's fails, Lee recounts a hot dog-induced dental disaster, and Mike teaches us the art of butterflying (or spatchcocking) a chicken while dragging spineless politicians. From a snowbound chocolate binge to the cult of Flag Day for Trump, this episode is a rollercoaster of laughs, snark, and LGBTQ realness. Oh, and keep your planes on the ground—2025’s off to a turbulent start.
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Football Fumbles and Oscar Facepalms
14/02/2025 Duration: 27minThis week on the show, the gang tackles everything from Super Bowl chaos to anti-Muslim Academy Award drama with their signature LGBTQ flair and plenty of snark. Chadrick spills the tea on annoying party guests who don’t know a touchdown from a fumble, while Lee pitches a dystopian love story involving Sigourney Weaver and hell itself. Meanwhile, the Oscars are aflame as Amelia Perez’s star gets dimmed by old tweets (and bad reviews), proving once again that sometimes, even the gays can’t save you. It’s a fabulous mess—just how we like it.
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Hair Trauma, Drama And A Musky Stench
07/02/2025 Duration: 27minFrom bad haircuts to Oscar snubs, Romance Out Loud is serving high drama and higher stakes this week! Chad recounts the ultimate haircut horror story, complete with lies, tears, and a rogue stylist who’s definitely not the manager. Meanwhile, Lee and Mike debate the Oscars’ relentless obsession with indie films no one’s seen, and predict how “Wicked” will sweep—or not. Plus, Ted Cruz has a new scapegoat (spoiler: it’s the gays), and Elon Musk gets blamed for, well, everything. Snarky, sassy, and served with a side of fabulous—this episode will leave you gagging in all the best ways! ✂️
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Just A Hand Gesture? How About A Middle Finger?
31/01/2025 Duration: 27minIt’s a rollercoaster ride of snark and sass this week on Romance Out Loud! The trio unpacks everything from shady streaming price hikes (looking at you, Netflix) to the complicated dance of queer political advocacy in wine country. Chadrick gives us the tea on Bubba, the middle-of-the-road dairy farmer turned hero commissioner, while Mike plots a global streaming service boycott (spoiler: it’s dramatic). Plus, Lee muses on whether America is just one giant Twilight Zone episode. It’s messy, it’s fabulous, and as always, it’s unapologetic.
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Hair We Are
24/01/2025 Duration: 27minFrom curls that defy gravity to bald spots that demand a buzz cut, this week on Romance Out Loud is all about hair—and the queer drama that comes with it! Lee contemplates going full buzz, Chadrick battles his unruly curls with an arsenal of overpriced products, and Mike just tries to keep the conversation on track (spoiler: he fails). Along the way, the trio takes a detour through Peanuts’ sexual dynamics, Crystal Gayle’s hair logistics, and the queer history of mousse. It’s a snarky, fabulous romp through the tresses we stress over.
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Porn, Panties, and Prepaid Funerals: Queering the Afterlife
17/01/2025 Duration: 27minWho cleans out your nightstand when you’re gone? This week on Romance Out Loud, Lee, Chadrick, and Mike tackle the ultimate LGBTQ estate planning dilemma: who’s your designated porn cleaner? From discussing “Antiques Roadshow” dildos to creating the business model for posthumous reputation management (complete with Gideon Bibles), the gang turns life’s messiest questions into hilarious fodder. Plus, chaotic home décor debates, foggy weather woes, and the evolution of porn—from VHS to... everything else. It’s snarky, queer, and probably TMI. You’re welcome.
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Take The High Road? See You In The Basement, Bitches
10/01/2025 Duration: 27minWelcome to 2025, where the resolutions are snarky, the punch is lethal, and the baby New Year might already be dead. The gang rings in 2025 with tales of drunken neighbors, chandelier-dangling Christmas ornaments, and a punch recipe so lethal it should come with a warning label. Chadrick reveals his bold resolution to "dig under low," while Lee preaches zen-like balance (good luck with that). Meanwhile, Mike contemplates the cosmic futility of it all—because why not? With snarky takes on New Year’s Eve broadcasts, Elon Musk's empire, and a biblical lesson on "girding your loins," this episode is a champagne-soaked riot you won’t want to miss. Cheers, queers!
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Dead Celebs, Live Resolutions
03/01/2025 Duration: 27minNew year, same snark! Romance Out Loud is back, and we’re bringing 2025 in with a bang (and maybe a grim reaper or two). Join Lee, Chadrick, and Mike as they break down 2024’s greatest hits—like epic celebrity deaths, chaotic holiday traditions, and queer milestones that made us proud. From Die Hard debates (Christmas movie or not?) to a hilarious game of “Dead Celeb One-Word Descriptions,” this episode is packed with laughs, shade, and a healthy dose of shady optimism for the queer community. Here's to a fabulous new year—cheers, queers!
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You Can't Spell Santa Without Satan
20/12/2024 Duration: 27minDeck the halls and hide the reindeer, because this week on Romance Out Loud, we’re unwrapping holiday chaos like only we can! Lee, Chadwick, and Mike spill the eggnog on everything from light tours that rival Disneyland to the tragic downfall of inflatable Santas. Is Santa on a BDSM cross too far? Not for this show. Plus, we discuss Christmas etiquette for drunk plane passengers, Hallmark movie alternatives, and why LEDs might just save your holiday sanity. Whether you’re into peace on earth or reindeer humping shenanigans, this snark-filled holiday special is sure to sleigh.
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G.I. Ho. That's It. Oh, And We're All Gonna Die.
13/12/2024 Duration: 27minThe gang's all alive! After a brief respite to emerge from Pompeii Position (look it up), Lee Swift broadcasts from an undisclosed bunker, Chadrick Douglas is snug in a blue-state bubble, and producer Mike ... well, he's somewhere with three VPNs and a fresh set of panties. After surviving the election blues and plotting new paths for mental health, the trio dives into a sea of absurdity and wit. From the tragic comedy of putting on underwear to the perils of lotion-laden Kleenex, we’re serving self-care tips you didn’t know you needed (or wanted). Also, Lee contemplates turning GI Joe into an OnlyFans star—doll ... fans, rejoice! Meanwhile, Chadrick reminisces about a Wizard of Oz childhood, and Mike rants about tech that’s always listening (seriously, watch your butt dials). Join us for another unapologetically queer and hilariously offbeat episode that proves no topic is too taboo or too tiny—especially when it’s doll-sized.
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Secret Votes and Closet Notes
01/11/2024 Duration: 27minJoin Lee, and Chadrick and Mike as they wade through pre-election tensions with humor and candor. From secret ballot fantasies and hidden voters to the ins-and-outs of political closet talk, they share candid reflections on everything from local campaigns to national hope. With a fair share of side-eye at Ted Cruz's closet escapades and wild conspiracy theories, they explore the possibility of a post-election America that can finally catch its breath. So grab a glass (or bottle) and tune in for a lively ride through the highs and lows of election season—Romance Out Loud style.
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Cartoons, Crotches and Climate Change
25/10/2024 Duration: 27minIn this laugh-out-loud episode, Mike, Lee, and Chadrick dive headfirst into a chaotic mix of topics from classic cartoons like The Flintstones and The Jetsons, to the evolving world of AI trickery. From reminiscing about cartoon laugh tracks and bulging crotches on adult diapers, to AI-generated beauty and climate change conspiracies—nothing is off-limits. Expect snappy one-liners, nostalgic deep dives, and sharp social commentary as the trio tackle everything from Trump as Rambo to the uncomfortable truths about advertising, aging, and modern politics.
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Big Tex, Little Paxton
18/10/2024 Duration: 27minStrap on your boots and grab your corny dogs because Romance Out Loud is tackling the real horrors—State Fair prices, Big Tex’s creepy makeover, and, of course, the nightmare of Walmart people. Join Lee, Chadwick, and Mike as they dish on Texas traditions, question Big Tex’s questionable new boots, and dive deep into why some kids (and dogs) are just not cute. Also, who knew State Fair lawsuits could be this messy? Spoiler alert: Ken Paxton might need a new job soon. It’s a snarky romp through Texas-sized drama, Halloween madness, and more than a few shady side-eyes.
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Tricks, Treats, and Trumpers
11/10/2024 Duration: 27minHold onto your broomsticks, girls and ghouls, because this week on Romance Out Loud, we're taking Halloween to new heights—like 12-foot skeleton heights! From haunted house decorations that never come down to ghost stories of Trumpers feasting on conspiracy theories, it’s spooky season with a political twist. Join Lee, Chadrick, and Mike as they spill the tea on Halloween costumes, Roseanne’s blood-sucking rant (yep, that’s a thing), and why Tucker Carlson might need a new safe word. Plus, we talk about spooky movies, neighborhood trick-or-treat drama, and what it takes to terrify your neighbors—gay style!
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Two Scoops and a Swirl, Girl!
04/10/2024 Duration: 27minGrab your broomsticks, queers, because this week on Romance Out Loud, we’re serving politics with a spooky twist! Join Lee, Chadrick, and Mike as they dive into the North Carolina governor's race, where the so-called "Black Nazi" candidate is making more waves than your Halloween cauldron. From Maggie Smith’s legacy to Trump’s latest distraction (hint: it involves airplanes and Iran), the drama just keeps coming. Plus, why is everyone mad about ice cream machines and McDonald’s employee records? It’s all hilarious, a little terrifying, and extremely gay. Trick or vote, witches!
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Grab 'em by the Ballots
27/09/2024 Duration: 27minBuckle up, babes! This week on Romance Out Loud, we’re diving headfirst into the chaotic glitter storm of politics, where Kamala plays 4D chess and Trump’s pulling toddler tantrums on the debate stage. Chad, Lee, and Mike break down the latest political circus, from debates that went off the rails to abortion laws that are literally killing us. If you thought your Golden Girls-themed bathroom was dramatic, wait until you hear about the GOP's latest scandals, featuring the lieutenant governor who should probably stay off PornHub. Oh, and don't forget to vote, darling—because the only thing scarier than Trump is missing your chance to box him up and ship him out. #GrabThemByTheBallot
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Gay, Golden and in 4K
20/09/2024 Duration: 27minGet ready for a hilarious romp through wallpapered bathrooms, giant TVs, and more Golden Girls references than Blanche had boyfriends! This week, the fabulous trio—Mike, Lee, and Chadrick—talk about everything from turning powder rooms into Sophia’s throne to the life-changing magic of peel-and-stick wallpaper. Plus, what happens when you upgrade your TV and suddenly realize just how bad the 90s makeup game was? Spoiler alert: It’s tragic.
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Moderate This ... I Need Another Drink
13/09/2024 Duration: 27minPour yourself a glass of rosé and slip into your best rainbow attire because this week’s episode is serving politics with a side of fabulous! Hosts Lee, Chadrick, and Mike spill the tea on everything from small-town Pride parades in Oregon wine country to the chaotic spectacle of U.S. elections. Who knew local politics could be this queer? Dive into how a vineyard-owning lesbian mayor is setting the stage, the wild future of debates, and why Trump better watch out for Kamala’s stiletto. It’s witty, it's fierce, and trust us, you won’t want to miss this one. Recorded before the recent Presidential debate/debacle, let's see what the boys ended up getting right or wrong before it happened!
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10-4, Good Gay Buddy!
06/09/2024 Duration: 27minFrom CB radios (still a thing?) to political shenanigans, the gang goes full throttle into the quirks of CB radio lingo and its unexpected evolution, from innocent trucker chatter to code for secret hookups. Join Lee, Chadrick, and Mike as they explore the wild world of truck stop tales, Grindr crashes at political conventions, and the untold story behind Southern Decadence. With their signature humor, they also dive into the wild ride that is modern politics, the fallout of Trump's chaos, and the jubilant energy of Kamala's campaign. Buckle up for an unfiltered mix of laughs, shade, and insights! 10-4, Good Buddy!