Snack Size: The Podcast

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 hi

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 he

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

Host Lala talks with award-winning burlesque performer and producer Tré Da Marc about how burlesque helped him build confidence and express himself through movement and storytelling. Tré shares the artistry behind creating acts, navigating masculinity and femininity as a Black performer, and producing Juneteenth Jubilee, his annual showcase celebrating Black liberation, joy, and equitable opportunities for Black entertainers. 00:00 Sponsor Message 00:24 Welcome to Snack Size 01:19 Meet Tre Demar

Designing DreamsIn this episode of 'Snack Size,' hosted by Lala from Snacks by Lala, guest Midori Monét shares her inspiring journey from competing in Miss Teen Pride to winning the prestigious Miss International Queen USA title. Midori discusses her experiences in pageantry, advocating for the transgender community, and the impactful bonds formed within the ballroom culture. She emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-care, and being unapologetically oneself. Midori also gives a snea

In this episode of *Snack Size*, Lala invites Michael Herkes, also known as the Glam Witch , to discuss their book * Glamstrology *. They explore the transformative power of combining fashion, astrology, and personal expression. Michael shares their journey into witchcraft and how the glamorization of witches in Hollywood influenced their path. They delve into the concepts of manifestation, the use of fashion as a form of spellcraft, and the importance of aligning one’s style with their astrolog