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In this episode of Snack Size, Lala sits down with professional wrestler Devon Monroe — the Twin City Twister — for a conversation that blends athletic grit, queer joy, and pure showmanship. Devon shares how they got started in wrestling, the evolution of their character, navigating a traditionally masculine space as a queer performer, and the balance between storytelling and physical intensity in the ring. They talk fashion, signature moves, fan moments, and the realities of training, injuries, and staying motivated through the highs and lows of an eight‑year career. It’s heartfelt, funny, inspiring, and full of the kind of honesty that reminds you why chasing your dreams matters. 00:00 Sponsor Message 00:24 Welcome to Snack Size 01:17 Meet Devon Monroe 02:46 Origins and Training 03:39 Breakout Pride Booking 05:26 Character and Style 06:11 Gear and Presentation 06:46 Queerness in Wrestling 09:06 Wrestling Craft Explained 10:48 Training and Nerves 12:05 Injuries and Inspirations 14:36 Signature Moves and Moments1 7:23 Going National and Advice 20:03 Life Lessons and Love 20:32 Where to Follow and Shows 21:36 Five Year Vision and Farewell 22:21 Outro and Credits _____ Still hungry? Check out ⁠https://www.snacksizepodcast.com/⁠ for all the episodes! Follow Devon at @thedevonmonroe, and catch both Devon and Lala at upcoming First Wrestling events. Intro music for this podcast is by Dayfox, called "Your Love"

On Snack Size, host Lala interviews Lo Colby, Miss International Queen USA 2025, a Hawaii-born entrepreneur, advocate, and performer now based in West Hollywood. Lo shares her journey from hustling in the corporate world and drag to building an event production company that created large RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing parties in LA, and discusses obstacles like imposter syndrome, getting sober at 25, and adjusting to LA. She describes preparing for a year and a half for Miss International Queen USA, winning by leaning into authenticity and personality, and what visibility as a trans woman means today. Lo highlights her focus on LGBTQ+ economic empowerment and her free workforce tool, Negotiate Your Narrative, created with Be: the Transformational Change Fund to help queer and trans people navigate interviews, workplace dynamics, and advancement. She also previews competing in Thailand for the international crown. 00:00 Sponsor Message 00:24 Welcome to Snack Size 01:19 Meet Lo Colby 02:38 Hustle and Origins 04:11 Turning Drag Into Business 05:32 Sasha Colby Mentorship 06:52 Imposter Syndrome and Sobriety 09:13 Winning the Crown Prep 10:57 Victory Moment Story 11:41 Visibility and Advocacy 12:48 Economic Empowerment Mission 14:08 Negotiate Your Narrative 17:32 Workplace Future Vision 19:03 Entrepreneurship Real Talk 19:53 Drag Show Ebbs and Flows 23:24 Costs and Community Support 24:18 Thailand Crown Next Steps 25:25 Pageant Authenticity Edge 27:23 Rapid Fire Drag Questions 29:17 Secret to Fulfillment 30:18 Where to Follow Lo 30:46 Closing and Credits _____ Still hungry? Check out https://www.snacksizepodcast.com/ for all the episodes!

Host Lala welcomes poet, writer, historian, activist, and former Minneapolis City Council president Andrea Jenkins to Snack Size. Jenkins introduces herself as a multidisciplinary artist and advocate for marginalized communities, especially Black trans women, and shares that she is currently focused on being a full-time writer. She recounts early inspiration from meeting Gwendolyn Brooks, later encouragement from Haki Madhubuti, and her path to publishing and performing. Jenkins discusses her historic election as the first out Black transgender woman in U.S. public office, mentorship and support during her time on the council, and the challenges and creative inspiration of the pandemic and George Floyd era as she works on a memoir combining public service and art. She reflects on community spaces for Black trans joy, defines success as overcoming adversity while opening doors for others, emphasizes living authentically, finds hope in Harriet Tubman’s example amid political backlash, and previews upcoming books, readings, and plays. 00:00 Welcome to Snack Size 00:55 Meet Andrea Jenkins 02:59 Finding Her Writer Identity 04:57 Chicago Roots and Poetry Beginnings 07:45 Memoir and Public Office Art 09:52 Mentors and Minneapolis Moments 11:28 Moms Advice on Love 12:27 Being Out in Black and Queer Spaces 15:06 Inspired by Young Black Trans Leaders 16:54 Drag Culture and Visibility Shifts 20:25 Defining Success and Authenticity 22:51 Hope in Hard Times and Whats Next 24:40 Closing

On this episode of Snack Size, Lala sits down with Rae, a renowned Twin Cities seamstress, costume designer, and creative force behind some of Minnesota’s most memorable drag costumes and custom stage looks. With decades of experience in fashion design, sewing, and drag performance costuming, Rae shares how her passion for creativity evolved from learning to sew at a young age into a career dedicated to helping performers express confidence, individuality, and authenticity. Rae reflects on her impact on the Minneapolis and St. Paul drag community, collaborating with local drag queens, entertainers, and artists to create one-of-a-kind costumes that celebrate self-expression and artistry. She also opens up about her personal journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer, discussing her treatment, recovery, and gratitude that the disease was detected early. Inspired by her experience, Rae transformed a challenging chapter into a mission of advocacy and support by launching Cancer Is a Drag, a community-driven breast cancer fundraiser benefiting the Park Nicollet Foundation. The event brings together drag performers, local businesses, and supporters to raise awareness and funding for breast health, women’s health services, and cancer care programs throughout Minnesota. Join Lala and Rae for an inspiring conversation about creativity, resilience, community, drag culture, cancer awareness, and the power of turning personal challenges into meaningful action. Rae also shares her vision for growing Cancer Is a Drag into an annual fundraising event that honors survivors, remembers loved ones, and supports future generations through compassionate care and giving. 00:00 Sponsor Message 00:24 Welcome to Snack Size 01:12 Meet Raye 02:54 Learning to Sew 04:22 From Bridal to Costumes 05:31 Breaking Into Drag 07:55 Designing for Queens 08:44 Pride Dress Highlight 10:46 Passion Advice 11:39 Breast Cancer Journey 12:34 Fundraiser Origins 15:54 Event Details 18:31 Wall of Messages 19:35 Final Questions 22:30 Closing and Outro

Bessie Snow on Burlesque, Community, and Owning Volstead’s EmporiumHost Lala welcomes burlesque performer, producer, and new Volstead’s Emporium owner Bessie Snow to Snack Size to discuss art, reinvention, and building spaces where people feel seen. 00:00 Sponsor Message 00:24 Welcome to Snack Size 01:05 Meet Bessie Snow 02:42 Finding Burlesque 03:25 Wearing Many Hats 04:26 Feeling Seen After Divorce 05:32 Receiving Praise and Feedback 07:02 Burlesque as Play 08:02 Misconceptions and Harm 09:14 Building Real Community 09:51 Van Life Leap 11:26 Lessons From the Road 12:46 Creating Appetite Show 13:46 Curating With Standards 14:21 Who Gets Platformed 15:13 Defining Real Talent 16:15 Buying The Venue 17:41 Mystery Vs Marketing 19:08 Immersive Vaudeville Plans 19:58 Fire Round Favorites 20:29 Name And Ritual Origins 21:26 Joy Beyond Nightlife 21:59 Secrets To Fulfillment 23:02 Where To Follow And Shows 23:24 Podcast Farewell