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
83 episodes
Summertime Sadness
After a much-needed summer break, Marko and Steve are back for Season 14 of the Relationsh!t Podcast — and, apparently, the world decided not to wait for them to return before getting messy.For the first episode of the new season, the gu...
Did You Miss Us?
Season 13 drops on Wednesday, March 11th. See you there!
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
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.<...
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...
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...
Lavender Marriages
This week, Marko and Steve dive into the fascinating and often misunderstood world of lavender marriages — relationships historically formed to conceal someone’s sexuality in order to protect careers, reputations, family expectations, ...
Just Checking In pt. 2
This week on Relationsh!t, Marko and Steve are skipping the research, ditching the structured topic, and just sitting down for a real conversation. No deep dives. No hot takes. No agenda. Just two friends checking in with each other ab...
Cuddle Bug
This week, Marko and Steve are getting cuddly as they dive into the surprisingly important role cuddling plays in our dating lives and relationships. From casual hookups to long-term partnerships, physical affection can communicate comfort, saf...
No Fats, No Fems
This week on Relationsh!t, Marko and Steve dive into one of the most uncomfortable—and important—conversations happening in LGBTQ+ spaces today: the prejudice, judgment, and exclusion that can exist within our own community. Inspired by the rel...
Love Me, Love My Interests
Do couples need to share the same interests to have a successful relationship? In this episode of the Relationsh!t Podcast, Marko and Steve, joined by retired podcast host Tony Critelli (@thecri...
Gay While Black
This week, Marko and Steve are joined by Jerrell Owens-Robinson to tackle a topic that doesn't get enough honest conversation in queer spaces: what it's like being Black in predominantly white gay spaces, and how race can shape dating, relation...
Stay Ready
Pride Month is here, and for many gay men that means parades, parties, travel, hookups, and plenty of opportunities for some unforgettable memories. But while everyone is focused on what they're wearing (or not wearing), Marko and Steve are ask...
Dating is a Drag
To close out Pride Month and the 13th season of Relationsh!t, this week Marko and Steve are joined by the chaos demon herself, drag performer Skye Walker (@itsskyewalker), for an hon...
ENCORE: Same Argument Over & Over Again
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve dive into the all-too-common experience of having the same argument repeatedly with your partner. They explore how these recurring conflicts can lead to frustration and emotional fatigue, especially when ...
ENCORE: Traveling While Gay
In this ENCORE episode, Marko and Steve reflect on their recent trip to Spain, sharing highlights from their time in Madrid and Barcelona. They humorously question why they even came back to the U.S., clearly missing the energy and vibe of thei...
ENCORE: Doing the Work
Marko and Steve kick off this ENCORE episode still buzzing from their Cowboy Carter Tour experience, sharing stories and reactions from seeing Beyoncé live. The excitement and emotion of the concert set the tone before they welcome back returni...
ENCORE: Thr33somes
Marko and Steve dive into the topic of threesomes and explore the gay community’s fascination with group sex in this ENCORE episode. They ask the question: when did one sexual partner stop being enough? The conversation covers the r...
ENCORE: Head First
Marko and Steve talk about diving headfirst into dating — and even marriage — without knowing what lies ahead. Is it bold and freeing, or just reckless? They explore the thrill (and risk) of saying "yes" to love without all the facts. Then, the...
