Misha Petrov

Common sense first. Lesbian. Anti-woke Left. Anti-woke Right. Commentary on culture & modern social behavior.

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Friday · 48 min
I’m Sorry…
Today I am looking at the reactions, contradictions, and increasingly absurd places the identity debate has taken us. 0:00 Black Women vs. Trans Women 6:55 The Self-Identification Argument 18:34 Trans Misogyny 25:36 What Is a Woman? 31:35 Being “Educated” 34:20 Species Dysphoria 36:35 People Are Waking Up 39:48 Activism 42:56 Non-Binary 44:36 Gender Identity in Schools 46:06 Trans Entitlement Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 23 · 3 min
I’m a Therian.
After years of species dysphoria, I’m learning to embrace my authentic self as a fish therian. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 22 · 2 min
Transracial Morning Routine
Today I’m taking you through the morning routine of a chronically online queer activist, from practicing community care to navigating everyday ableism. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 20 · 31 min
Leftists Are MAD That I’m Trans-Black
Today I’m reacting to the internet’s response to my viral “Trans-Black” videos and addressing some of the arguments, accusations, and outrage surrounding them. Apparently, coming out as Trans-Black has become a little controversial. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 19 · 21 min
WokeTok Has Lost Its Mind
Today, I’m reacting to woke TikToks about gender identity, trans issues, reparations, policing, religion, and unhinged internet activism. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 17 · 11 min
I’m Trans-Black
Today I’m coming out as Trans-Black and sharing my journey toward living authentically as the Black woman I’ve always known myself to be. I discuss my identity, passing, dysphoria, and self-identification. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 14 · 28 min
Why So Many LGBT People Are “Disabled” Now
Today I am discussing the strange overlap between LGBT identities, chronic illness, disability, mental health diagnoses, and the growing collection of increasingly specific labels online. We’ll look at whether social media and victimhood culture are encouraging people to define themselves through vulnerability, marginalization, and an ever-expanding catalogue of identities. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 13 · 2 min
My Trans-Black Journey
Discussing My Trans-Black Journey Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 12 · 49 min
The New Rules of Being a Woman
Today I am discussing the new definition of womanhood that has become increasingly popular online. Let’s talk about why I believe reducing women to stereotypes is a huge step backward.0:00 What Is a Woman? 11:28 How Do You Know You’re a Woman? 16:38 Women’s Bathrooms 18:40 Who Understands Womanhood Better? 22:44 Gay vs. Queer 24:10 Is Womanhood a Performance? 28:50 Is Mulan Trans? 30:55 Nonbinary Identity 34:30 Joan of Arc, Brienne & Merida 39:45 What Does Biology Say? 42:43 Trans Sports & WNBA 48:00 Intersex & Womanhood vs. Femininity Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 11 · 11 min
We Can’t Ask Black People This… Apparently
My camera focusing on my shirt instead of my face the entire video was actually intentional. I identified as Black while filming this and the camera respected my identity. Please do the same. Today I am discussing the viral controversy surrounding a woman who was labeled racist after asking a simple question about the cost of braids. I break down the backlash, the apology that followed, and how curiosity is now being mistaken for racism. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 8 · 28 min
Reacting to Your Woke HR Horror Stories
Today I am reacting to the craziest DEI, HR, and workplace “cancel culture” stories submitted by my subscribers. 0:00 ADHD TikTok Gets Them Fired 8:45 Identity Shields Bad Behavior? 15:48 Scarf = Islamophobia? 17:55 Anti-White DEI Speech 20:04 Bus Joke to HR 23:30 Pronoun Conflict 25:12 HR Goes Too Far Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 6 · 23 min
Crumbl Cookie Needs to Be STOPPED
Today we’re talking about the rise and downfall of Crumbl Cookies, how it mastered viral marketing and FOMO, why its products became increasingly excessive, and what its success says about America’s food culture and obesity crisis. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 4 · 20 min
Ariana Grande's Fans Are Finally DONE
Today we're talking about Ariana Grande's health concerns, her team's recent statement, and the "Petal" music video that's got everyone talking. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
August 2 · 30 min
Can’t Get a Girlfriend? Just Date Yourself!
Rahul Ray has millions of followers, but his bizarre relationship skits and recurring jokes involving fictional children have sparked growing backlash online. Today, we’re breaking down why so many people think TikTok’s creepiest “comedian” finally crossed the line. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
July 28 · 25 min
Who’s the REAL Threat to the LGBT Community?
Several of the most prominent terrorist attacks targeting LGBT people in the West have involved Islamist extremists. So why does that conversation seem to be off limits? Why is it easier for some activists to attack J.K. Rowling than confront the ideology behind repeated attacks on our community? Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
July 26 · 33 min
TikTok Dating Advice Is Destroying Modern Women
From manifestation and high-value dating to cheating, custody battles, and the rise of the female red pill, let’s break down the Wizard Liz controversy and what it says about modern self-help culture. 0:00 Who Is The Wizard Liz? 2:25 Her Dating Advice 7:54 The Backstory 9:00 Cheating 15:30 Alpha Female 22:00 Child Custody 29:45 Toxic Hypocrisy 31:00 Red Flags Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
July 24 · 44 min
Woke 3.0 Is Even Worse…
From fat liberation and identity politics to race, LGBT debates, and viral online activism, we’re breaking down the latest examples of what I call Woke 3.0. Let’s take a look at where woke culture appears to be heading next. 0:00 Fat Liberation9:18 Cancel Culture11:41 Pride Pick Me12:43 Race15:35 Children20:15 Feminism21:46 Trans Ideology30:58 Identity Politics32:30 Disability 38:42 Gay Cruise 42:12 Family & Extremism Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
July 21 · 48 min
The Rise of “Male Lesbians”
What is a lesbian, and why has such a simple definition become so controversial? In this video, I break down the difference between biological sex, gender expression, bisexuality, and lesbianism, while responding to the increasingly contradictory claims surrounding who can use the label. 0:00 Trans Lesbians8:04 He/Him Lesbians11:13 Berrisexual15:55 Can Men Be Lesbians?17:30 “Just Date a Man”18:46 Bisexual Lesbians22:33 What Is a Lesbian?23:20 Why This Debate Matters25:08 Are Definitions Exclusionary?29:42 Masc vs. Male30:13 The New Definition of “Lesbian”33:13 Lesbian Spaces42:58 Gay vs. Lesbian44:36 Is Lesbian a Culture?46:14 Nonbinary Lesbians Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
July 18 · 30 min
The Pick Me Trend Has Gone Too Far
Today I’m reacting to viral clips and discussing what I think pick me behavior really is, from dating and celebrity culture to the “I’m just a girl” trend, Taylor Swift, Pearl Davis, and more. 0:00 Voice Memo1 1:08 Gay Stereotypes 13:00 Pick Me Defined 15:50 Pearl Davis 17:00 Alpha Males 18:22 Infantilization 21:00 Trans Debate 22:55 Spicy White 24:20 Just a Girl Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.
July 15 · 21 min
The Hazbin Hotel Fandom Is Out of Control
Today I’m exploring the Hazbin Hotel fandom. From obsessive fans to uncomfortable convention moments, let’s find out whether its reputation is actually deserved. Commentary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmishapetrov Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JjQPGcfGjQUZrE3BKchk9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misha-petrov/id1828496332 Podcast YouTube: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YVH38ovwYcoecCX8r4Ub7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imisha/id1853723607 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmishapetrov Merch: https://mishapetrov.com Commonly Asked Questions“Why do you have a male name?”I wasn’t aware it was illegal.“What religion are you?”Pastafarian.“Are you a Republican or a Democrat?”I’m an enlightened centrist.“You’re a lesbian. Are you also a feminist?”I do love cats“What’s your cat’s name?”Her name is Alois. Got something you want my take on? Need advice or have a question? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/rdMGZkvsS9zJTVBTA FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This content is transformative and intended for commentary and educational purposes.

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