Hello, my lovely bop-loving bis! I hope this edition of the Minis finds you well — and maybe even indulging in a little treat. Personally, I’ve always had a soft spot for Zingers.
I know it’s been a while since Taylor Swift was “feelin’ 22”, but that’s not the case for this column! I do strive to find a variety of queer media in short form that can form a nice little bi buffet! Like a buffet that has a little something for everyone, I hope this edition offers exactly what you’re craving. Now, let’s dig in and see what else is on the menu!
Before we dive in, here are a few disclaimers. First, SPOILERS are ahead for the content I’ll be covering. Most of the works are linked here (except for one), so feel free to explore them before reading my thoughts. Second, some content may involve sensitive topics or explicit language—consider this your content warning. And lastly, if this is your first time here, you can learn all about the Scale.
Ok, ready for a heaping plate of bi goodness? Great. Hope you brought your appetite.
1) Lucy Dacus — "Kissing Lessons"
Let’s talk about queer childhood crushes! What better way to kick off this volume than with a song about those first explorations? I love how Dacus not only captures this experience as a common rite of passage for many queer and questioning youth but also reflects on the heteronormative dreams we’re often encouraged to idealize — or at least mimic — before we even understand them. I can’t recall who recommended this song to me, but I’m grateful they did. Bonus points for how it ends: with a reflective thought and an abrupt musical stop, much like how childhood crushes often fade just as quickly as they start.
2) Apretude commercial
First, I want to clarify that I’m not a doctor and can’t say whether Apretude is right for you. What I can say is that seeing this commercial felt like a personal revelation. While it looks like a typical pharma ad, it portrays queer life and culture with care — and includes bi folks taking steps to protect themselves from HIV. It’s the kind of representation young me could never have imagined. It may only be a minute long, but its psychological impact runs far deeper. More of this, please!
3) “Fame”, David Bowie & John Lennon
Post-Beatles Lennon and Bowie, during some of his prime years, teamed up to create this unusual Billboard hit. Both a meditation on the ephemeral and damaging nature of their, well, fame, as well as with a few pokes at critics focusing on Bowie’s queerness more than his talent, the song almost goes too much into inside-baseball of the music business to be relatable. Instead of falling into a “poor me” mentality, “Fame” takes a sharper approach with angry accusations and pointed remarks — a noticeable shift for both bi icons collaborating on the track. It’s a song that keeps me coming back for more.
4) “The Bachelor, Parts 1 & 2”, Game Changer (Dropout TV)
This was definitely a “TikTok made me try it” moment. Game Changer ads were all over the app, and after seeing so many clips, I decided to check out the show — and the rest of the Dropout platform.
Now, I’ve got Dropout brain rot. I can’t stop thinking about these smart, hilarious shows created by former College Humor minds. For months, Dropout’s content has been my go-to, especially their unique shows and tabletop role-playing game campaigns, and honestly, it’s been worth every penny.
Game Changer is exactly what it sounds like — the game’s rules change every episode, and it’s up to the contestants to figure them out in real time to win points and prizes. But what makes Dropout special is the sense of community. It’s clear they’re a close-knit, supportive team. For example, they even dedicated a whole episode to help a co-worker propose to her girlfriend.
One standout series on the platform is their twist on The Bachelor. Grant O’Brien — an actor, writer, and improv artist — hosts the show and is openly, proudly bisexual. Seeing the show go the extra mile to make sure Grant has meaningful options truly warmed my heart. The episodes are funny, unexpectedly sweet, and culminate in one of the queerest, most satisfying endings I could imagine. I felt truly seen.
5) “Bongos”, Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion
And the hits just keep on coming! Both ultra-famous and super-bi rappers have once again collaborated to bring us the follow-up to their smash hit, “WAP”, with “Bongos.” Whipping up everything from references to 80s childhood franchises to pop culture nods, directing the haters to the left, and everything in between, Megan and Cardi grace us with yet another bi bop-bop-bop. I wonder what kind of hot girl magic they’ll pull together to complete the trilogy.
6) Sub-Radio — “Bi Bi Bi”
Yanking us back to the present while filtering it through a nostalgic lens is our closer from this American pop band. Often popping up on my Instagram feed — and those of my friends — with parody songs, Sub-Radio released what initially seemed like a purely satirical snippet of “Bi Bi Bi”, channeling both NSYNC and a comedic take on coming out. But when frontman Adam Bradley dropped a full version, I realized it was also a fun way of engaging with the queer scene. Clever, catchy — no strings attached.
And that’s what I’ve got for you this time! Be sure to check back soon — I’ve got more columns coming your way! Take care, and —