Relationsh!t Podcast
The weekly podcast, hosted by Marko and Steve is a vibrant and insightful exploration of dating and relationships through the lens of Black queer experiences. In each episode, they dive deep into the nuances of love, attraction, and intimacy while tackling the challenges and joys unique to the queer community. Marko and Steve bring their personal stories and lived experiences to the conversation, creating a safe, open space where listeners can relate, learn, laugh, and feel seen.
Episodes
65 episodes
Please and Thank You's
Somewhere between the first date and settling into a routine, “please” and “thank you” tend to fall off. This week, Marko and Steve dig into the quiet shift from intentional politeness to comfortable carelessness—and whether that shift is harml...
Switching Up Positions
This week, Marko and Steve are getting real about the quiet pressure many people feel in the bedroom—specifically, the idea that “good sex” means constantly switching things up. Blame it on porn, hookup culture, or just plain insecurity, but so...
Value-based Dating
This week, Marko and Steve are diving into the real foundation of modern relationships: values. Because let’s be honest—chemistry might get you through the first few dates, but alignment is what determines whether something actually lasts.<...
EMDR Therapy
This week, Marko and Steve sit down with Dr. Thomas Whitfield (@drthomaswhitfield) to unpack one of the most talked-about trauma therapies right now: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization ...
Work Spouses
This week, Marko and Steve dive into the world of work spouses—the coworker you vent to, laugh with, and probably talk to more than your actual partner during the day. They break down why these relationships feel so essential at work, and why t...
Breadcrumbing
In this episode, Marko and Steve dive into one of the most frustrating modern dating behaviors: breadcrumbing. You know the type—just enough attention to keep you interested, but never enough to actually go anywhere. The guys break down what br...
The Swipe Life pt. 2
Part two is here, and Marko and Steve are back with Eduardo to continue unpacking the occasionally hopeful world of dating apps. This week, the trio dives deeper into the psychology of swiping—why we make snap decisions in ...
The Swipe Life pt. 1
This week, Marko and Steve are joined by their bestie Eduardo to dive headfirst into the wild world of dating on the apps: the good, the bad, and the deeply confusing. From matches that go nowhere to conversations that mysteriously die mid-sent...
Y'all Were Busy
Marko and Steve are back, baby! After a two-month winter break following the end of Season 12, your favorite hosts are dusting off the microphones and catching up on everything that’s happened while they were away.In this episode, the gu...
Did You Miss Us?
Season 13 drops on Wednesday, March 11th. See you there!
ENCORE: Are You Annoying?
In this week’s ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve dive into a painfully universal truth: we’re all annoying to someone. The guys ask the question none of us really want to answer — “Are you annoying?” — and break down the everyda...
ENCORE: Or@l Sex
This week, Marko and Steve dive mouth-first (yes, we said it) into a topic that’s as fun as it is foundational: the importance of or@l sex in your relationship or situationship. In the ENCORE episode, they unpack why good oral chemistry can mak...
ENCORE: Exes
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve dive into the tricky world of exes — and how they can impact your current relationship. Should you stay in touch with an ex, or is that automatically disrespectful? Does your new partner get a sa...
ENCORE: Making Out
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve dive into the art of making out — why kissing can make or break a connection, and just how much a good (or bad) makeout session can tell you. They’re joined by their best friend and honorary thir...
ENCORE: Size Queens
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve are tackling one of gay culture’s longest-standing debates — literally. This week, it’s all about penis size and the ever-fascinating world of size queens. Why are we so obsessed with measurement...
ENCORE: S3xuality
After catching up on new music and the latest gay news in this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve welcome Travelle Barksdale (@bigboynerd) to the show for a powerful conversation about embracing ...
ENCORE: Moving for Love
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve dive into the big leap of moving for love. Is love alone enough to justify packing up your life? What should your future together actually look like once you make the move? And—maybe the most imp...
ENCORE: Nitpicking
In this week’s ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve are joined by Jerrell (@rellrome)—your Auntea and co-host of the Minoritea Report Podcast (
ENCORE: Lvbe
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve slip into a slippery subject: personal lubricant. From water-based to silicone, flavored to specialty blends, the guys break down the different options and brands on the market. They share their own go-to...
Circle Back
In the final (recorded) episode of Season 12, Marko and Steve close things out by revisiting some of the most memorable listener emails from Seasons 11 and 12—and finally finding out what happened after the guidance was given. From dat...
Be Our Guest
Marko and Steve wrap up 2025 by looking back at some of the standout conversations from the past two seasons of Relationsh!t. This finale episode revisits memorable interviews from Season 11 with Will (
Losing My Religion
Marko and Steve sit down with Auntea Kerel (@iamkerel) of the Minoritea Report Podcast (@minoriteareport) for an honest conversa...
Body Count
In this episode, Marko and Steve dive headfirst into the messy, loud-whispered, and oh-so-queer conversation around “body count.” Does your sexual history shape how desirable you are as a partner, or is it just another outdated trope w...
ENCORE: M@sturbation
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve dive into the often-taboo topic of masturbation within committed relationships. They explore how self-pleasure can be a healthy, personal form of sexual expression, even when one has an available and will...
