Just Drawz

About Just Drawz

Welcome to Just Drawz, the space where real conversations live and performative nonsense does not. This is a show hosted by two Black gay men who are smart, sometimes funny, and not afraid to say the quiet parts out loud. Darius and Jeff talk life, love, sex, culture, mental health, politics, pop culture, and everything in between from a Black queer lens that stays honest, unfiltered, and rooted in truth. Sometimes it is educational. Sometimes it can get a lil messy. Sometimes it is deep. But one thing it always is? Is real. You're in the right place!

Publisher

Just Drawz

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Aug 2023

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

102 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   When Should You Tell Someone You are HIV Positive and other S3x Ed Questions

   In this episode, we explore comprehensive sexual health strategies, STI prevention, and the importance of regular testing, especially within Black and Latino communities. Our guest, Dr. Jonathan Lucas, shares over 30 years of expertise in infectious disease research and treatment. We explore the latest in HIV prevention, treatment options, and the social dynamics surrounding STI disclosure and stigma and what’s on the horizon in new prevention methods. “Just… The Tip” _______________________________ Listen to Our 1980’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJSnSgL_BXLs (https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJSnSgL_BXLs) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YLiasel6QMVcJDggeqU4S?si=gwA2sRT4Sp-SsXw8oVbMAQ (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YLiasel6QMVcJDggeqU4S?si=gwA2sRT4Sp-SsXw8oVbMAQ) Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-80s/pl.u-zPyLmGLIpvk0pX (https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-80s/pl.u-zPyLmGLIpvk0pX) _______________________________ Guests: Jonathan Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded (https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ (https://x.com/DMCureton%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ (https://linktr.ee/deeemcee) Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ (https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup) _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ (https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz) _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded (https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) _______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin (https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, STI prevention, sexual health, HIV, testing, health disparities, Black communities, Latino communities, monogamy, condoms, PrEP HIV prevention, PrEP, STI, HIV treatment, community health, biomedical research, HIV laws, undetectable equals untransmittable, STI testing, HIV stigma _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance#Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #SexualHealth #STDPrevention #KnowYourStatus #SafeSex #EndTheStigma #HealthEducation #MensHealth #PrEP #UequalsU #BlackGayMen #LatinoGayMen #GayHealth #SGL #BIPOCLGBTQ #QueerHealth #blackgaymen #blackgaypodcast #rvsd  #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #RedDressRun #NewOrleans #gaydiscourse #gaydebates #socialcommentary

2. 

   18 Sept 2026

   Experiences from the Red Dress Run - The Impact of Black Gay Men on the New Orleans Event

   We are back from hiatus and Season 4 continues as Jeff and Darius explore the cultural significance of the Red Dress Run in New Orleans. We get into the viral event's history, and the role the Black LGBTQIA community has played bringing the event to the front and center of our timelines every summer. We discuss the event's impact on tourism, social dynamics, and how it intersects with pride and identity. In this episode, Jeffrey Fleming shares his insights on participating in the Red Dress Run, the importance of charity contributions, and challenging traditional gender norms through fashion and self-expression. The conversation explores the social and cultural significance of the event, personal experiences, and ways to support meaningful causes. “Just… Red Dress Mess” _______________________________ Listen to Our 2000’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/604IsBo6mmjTlJPvsViznN?si=NDtn2EJGTkyJkFH7xKyWGQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-00s/pl.u-yZyVW5mTBJ9KB7 _______________________________ Guests: Jeffrey: https://www.instagram.com/Sonofhoward (https://www.instagram.com/Sonofhoward) https://www.tiktok.com/@sonofhoward17?_r=1&_t=zp-91g8oecaue7 (https://www.tiktok.com/@sonofhoward17?_r=1&_t=zp-91g8oecaue7) https://linktr.ee/Sonofhoward (https://linktr.ee/Sonofhoward) My First 17: https://a.co/d/0eotMPMT (https://a.co/d/0eotMPMT) Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded (https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ (https://x.com/DMCureton%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ (https://linktr.ee/deeemcee) Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ (https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup) _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ (https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz) _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0) _______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin (https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) _______________________________ Keywords: acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability _______________________________ #JustDrawz #Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #RedDressRun #NewOrleans #gaydiscourse #gaydebates #socialcommentary

3. 

   10 Jul 2026

   Escaping from Drug Addiction to Sobriety and Recovery: "Brandon's" Story

   "I chose me." - Brandon In this deeply personal episode of the Just Drawz Podcast, we sit down with Brandon, who courageously shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and what it means to choose healing one day at a time. Together, we have an honest conversation about substance use in the LGBTQ+ community, particularly among Black gay men, and examine the factors that often go unspoken: the search for belonging, the pressures of certain social spaces, mental health, trauma, loneliness, and the courage it takes to ask for help. Brandon opens up about his life before recovery, his experience living in a sober living community, and the lessons he's learning as he continues to rebuild his life. His story is one of accountability, 6resilience, and hope. This episode is not about judging people or sensationalizing addiction. It's about understanding how people become hooked, celebrating the possibility of healing, and reminding anyone who may be struggling that recovery is possible and that no one has to walk that journey alone. A Gentle Note: This conversation explores the realities of addiction and the path toward recovery. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being as you listen. Should you or a loved one need a safe space to turn, the SAMHSA National Helpline offers free, private support around the clock at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Remember, you are never truly alone. "Just...Hooked Yet Healing" Resources: Narcotics Anonymous “Big Book”: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Qlxqbxikq802gFA_71ueeqR-3dCjT74/view?usp=drive_link  (https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Qlxqbxikq802gFA_71ueeqR-3dCjT74/view?usp=drive_link ) 12 Steps Infographic: https://i5.walmartimages.com/seo/The-12-Steps-of-Alcoholics-Anonymous-Poster-therapy-Wall-Art-for-Living-Room-Bedroom-Aesthetics-Decor_d7d24baa-7da5-4c41-9f14-082ed5f35165.4322afac7c38836c975ba972343e638b.jpeg?odnHeight=768&odnWidth=768&odnBg=FFFFFF  (https://i5.walmartimages.com/seo/The-12-Steps-of-Alcoholics-Anonymous-Poster-therapy-Wall-Art-for-Living-Room-Bedroom-Aesthetics-Decor_d7d24baa-7da5-4c41-9f14-082ed5f35165.4322afac7c38836c975ba972343e638b.jpeg?odnHeight=768&odnWidth=768&odnBg=FFFFFF ) 12 Traditions of Narcotics Anonymous: https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://imgv2-1-f.scribdassets.com/img/document/939172370/original/96ac6c5a63/1?v%3D1&tbnid=9MWIwnvy9xbx4M&vet=1&imgrefurl=https://www.scribd.com/document/939172370/12-Traditions-of-NA&docid=1smRxstoSbHE1M&w=768&h=1024&hl=en-US&source=sh/x/im/m1/3&kgs=826230aef3293e70&shem=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe&utm_source=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe,sh/x/im/m1/3  (https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://imgv2-1-f.scribdassets.com/img/document/939172370/original/96ac6c5a63/1?v%3D1&tbnid=9MWIwnvy9xbx4M&vet=1&imgrefurl=https://www.scribd.com/document/939172370/12-Traditions-of-NA&docid=1smRxstoSbHE1M&w=768&h=1024&hl=en-US&source=sh/x/im/m1/3&kgs=826230aef3293e70&shem=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe&utm_source=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe,sh/x/im/m1/3 ) Crisis Help: www.samhsa.gov (www.samhsa.gov)  | TEXT NUMBER: Text your zip code to 435748 Listen to Our 90’s Playlist: YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe _______________________________ Hosts: DMC: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded (https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠ (https://x.com/DMCureton%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠ (https://linktr.ee/deeemcee) Jeff: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup (https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠ (https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup) _______________________________ Just Drawz on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠ (https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz) _______________________________ Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded (https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) ⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0)⁠⁠⁠_______________________________ Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin (https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

12,319

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 62 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

62

Social presence

97

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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