#134 | Bring Back the Riot w/ Nicki Jizz
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Bay Area drag royalty Nicki Jizz returns to SOFEpod for a hilarious, unfiltered hang full of sass, laughs, and fierce fandom! We talk all things Beyoncé, drag family dynamics, and how Nicki keeps the spirit of rebellion alive in and out of the club. Plus… we’re thrilled to announce Nicki as the first official cast member of MeMeCherry’s Big Bake Live Show this August at Oasis SF! 🎉 🍰 👑 Nicki dishes on the state of drag, her legendary performances, and which ATLA characters would be the messiest cousins at a family reunion. 💖 Join the after party & get bonus content/mail...
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#133 | Cake Eater w/ Carl Radke
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Carl Radke joins SOFEpod to talk about life after Summer House, the grief that reshaped everything, and how sobriety led him to launch SOFT Bar Café, a dry social experience that’s anything but boring. He opens up about the meaning behind his upcoming memoir Cake Eater and shares a surprising story involving Ben Roethlisberger that affirmed the title’s power. We get into the realest parts of his healing journey, play a round of Who Said That?! featuring iconic Bravo taglines, and wrap with an unfiltered Patreon bonus segment just for the real ones. This is Carl like you’ve never heard...
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#132 | Highly Intelligent w/ Shanna Christmas
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Comedian Shanna Christmas joins MeMeCherry for a wickedly smart, hilarious, and powerful conversation that will leave you laughing and thinking. From her special “Don’t Look Like a Victim” to being mistaken for a trans woman and the bold choice to include her sexual assault story on stage—Shanna’s storytelling is raw, real, and razor-sharp. We play holiday games, unpack the politics of perception, and talk about how humor becomes a form of healing. This one goes deep—and it goes off. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes with drag artists, comedians, creatives & unhinged geniuses....
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#131 | Viva MeMe Vegas
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In this solo recap episode of Series of Fortunate Events (SOFE), host MeMeCherry spills the sweet tea on everything happening behind the scenes—from the wild Vegas podcast sprint (with amazing guests from Mavericks and beyond!) to major updates on her micro bakery dream, Little Batch Co. She also gets real about startup life in her Tales from the Deep End segment, sharing lessons, pivots, and how she’s building multiple businesses with heart, hustle, and a dash of frosting. 🎟 Live Show Tickets: 🎉 Bonus episodes, recipe cards & BTS access: 💌 Sign up for our VIP email list aka...
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#130 | Sex & Intimacy w/ Finn Deerhart
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In this raw and liberating conversation, intimacy coach Finn Deerhart opens up about the healing potential of queer erotic connection — and why real intimacy starts long before clothes come off. We unpack the emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of gay and queer sex, the damage caused by internalized shame, and how pleasure can become a pathway to wholeness. 🔗 Connect with Finn Deerhart: Website: finndeerhart.com Instagram: @finndeerhart 🎟️ LIVE SHOW – August 7th in San Francisco! ✨ MeMeCherry’s Big Bake: A Night of Comedy & Drag – The Bay’s First Reverse...
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#129 | Resilience is the Secret Ingredient w. Craig from June’s Pizza
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🚨 Note: We had a few minor audio hiccups during recording, but the conversation was too good not to share! Thanks for rocking with us through it — we promise it’s worth it. 💖 This week on Series of Fortunate Events, MeMe Cherry sits down with Craig, the heart and hustle behind June’s Pizza in West Oakland — a pizzeria that’s not just about incredible pies, but about resilience, community, and creativity. Craig shares the real story behind June’s — from the first ever pizza order, to the emotional day they were forced to shut down due to permitting challenges, to the...
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#128 | Waking Up in the Morning w/ Amir Yass
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Welcome back to another episode of the Series of Fortunate Events Podcast—this time with iconic guest Amir Yass (TikTok star, PR expert, co-host of The Vault Podcast. 💖 Support the pod + get bonus content & exclusive games: patreon.com/MeMeCherryProductions 🎟 Grab your ticket to the live show: sofeepod.com/live 🔗 Connect with Amir Yass: 📸 Instagram/TikTok: @AmirYassOfficial 🎙️ Podcast: The Vault with Monica & Amir 🔗 Connect with MeMeCherry: 📸 IG: @MeMeCherryIG 🌐 Site: sofeepod.com 👕 Merch + Stickers: sofeepod.com/shop #SOFEPod #AmirYass #BravoTea...
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#127 | On My Mama w/ Chris May
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From Bay Area roots to nationwide laughs, Chris May is a relentless force in comedy and entrepreneurship! In this episode of Series of Fortunate Events (SOFE), MeMeCherry sits down with the founder of Relentless Billionaire—a brand as bold and ambitious as Chris himself. We talk about building a comedy empire from the ground up, surviving travel nightmares, motivating others through struggle, and why Tommy T’s will always feel like home. We also dig into the wildest heckles, hypothetical sitcom lives, and the cookie that perfectly captures his comedic flavor. 💥 Whether you're chasing...
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#126 | Swan Pond with Bella
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In this uniquely fabulous episode of Series of Fortunate Events, MeMeCherry sits down with the radiant and razor-sharp Bella Schleiker—a Vegas-based performer who’s redefining ballet with a twist of comedy, character, and chaos (in the best way). From Missbehavin’s Mavericks to Eagles game days, Bella brings her full, feathered self to the stage and beyond. 💃🏈 💖 Support & Follow: ✅ Follow Bella 📲 Instagram: [] 📬 Get bonus content + goodies: Patreon.com/MeMeCherryProductions 🖥️ Catch up on episodes: SOFEpod.com 🎟️ Live...
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#125 | Blind Items w/ Jakey
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Strap in, babes—because this episode might get us in trouble 😅 MeMeCherry is joined by drag drama detective and pop culture prophet Jakey for an unfiltered look at the wildest celebrity blind items, including one about Britney Spears that might involve an alleged on-set orgy (!!!) based on a real interview from a backup dancer. We're talking the deep internet lore of pop music, the shady side of Disney Channel, and the reality behind your favorite drag legends. Nothing is off limits—and everything is alleged. 💅 ✨ In this episode: – Britney’s rumored behind-the-scenes chaos 👀...
info_outlinePodcasting legend Rod Morrow (The Black Guy Who Tips) returns to Series of Fortunate Events for a deeper dive into the business of podcasting, building a brand, and making comedy work. 🎙️💡 🔹 The Podcast Blueprint – What keeps TBGWT fresh in a changing media landscape 🔹 Both Rod & MeMeCherry model their shows after the OG indie podcast pioneers, Keith and the Girl 🔹 Recap of Rod’s show with Bomani Jones + MeMe pitches a brand-new Bake-themed live event mixing drag, comedy, and a reverse roast of MeMe! 🔹 The Art of Booking Guests – Dream guests, impossible bookings, and what really makes a great interview 🔹 Work & Love in Podcasting, running a show with your partner 🎮 GAME TIME: Marvel Trivia! – Can you beat Rod at superhero knowledge? 🎟️ MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE EXCLUSIVE PATREON SEGMENT – “What’s in My Snurse?” Patreon.com/MeMeCherryProductions 📢 SUPPORT THE SHOW: 💖 Join our Patreon for behind-the-scenes content & exclusive perks! 📲 Follow us on social & leave 👼🏻😂 emojis if you loved this episode!