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Purse First is THEE podcast about female and queer rappers. Hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) & "Prince" Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP)

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S7 · E100
May 21 · 38 min
Episode 100: We'll Holla (Series Finale)
In the final episode of Purse First, Pierre and Sesali discuss the high and lows of covering the female and queer rap game ver the past 5 and a half years. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Continue you to support these legends on Patreon where you can get access to the full archive of bonus content. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow to see what they're up to next.
S7 · E99
May 14 · 26 min
Episode 99: Sounds About White + HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT
In this week's episode: For the first time ever, Pierre and Sesali are talking about white women of female rap, including: Iggy Azalea, Bhad Bhabie, Kreayshawn, Tay Money, MariahLynn, and Fergie. For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, they discuss the girls with white moms. They also have a huge announcement about the future of Purse First. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E98
May 7 · 24 min
Episode 98: Virgo Women Don't Rap
In this week's episode, Pierre and Sesali are doing an astrology deep dive of the female rap game. Why are there so many Gemini's? How come Virgo women don't rap? Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E97
April 30 · 45 min
Episode 97: The Ice Spice Machine Is Working
In this week's episode: Sesali and Pierre discuss new singles: “Spend Dat” by Yung Miami and “GOMF” by Latto featuring GloRilla. TS Madison had finally released her sit down interview with Lil Nas X. Does this conversation humanize or hurt our nephew? They recap the impact of Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama tour, which wrapped this month Is Sexyy Red in a one sided beef with Megan thee Stallion? What actually happened with Ice Spice fighting at McDonald’s? For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, they are diving into the breaking news that Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson have broken up. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E96
April 23 · 30 min
Episode 96: Speaking to the Manager, KD
In this week’s episode, Pierre and Sesali are joined by multi-hyphenate and former artist manager for Trina, Karen KD Douglas! They’re having an honest conversation about what actually needs to go on behind the scenes for the rap girls. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join the Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content. Follow the show on Instagram @pursefirstshow Email us at pursefirstshow@gmail.com
S95 · E7
April 16 · 31 min
Episode 95: Moulin Meg!
In this week's episode: Sesali and Pierre celebrate DreamDoll’s new freestyle “Clockin It” They also recap the rap girls at Coachella including, BIA, Natalie Nunn, and the surprising link up between Sexyy Red and Lizzo. They also touch on Remy Ma’s freestyle that has the internet in a frenzy. Monaleo is recovering and returning to the road to tour. She also posted up on Instagram with fellow Houstonian, Beyoncé. Lil Nas X was granted a mental health diversion program in his ongoing legal battle. Will he come out better on the other side? For this week’s main course, Sesali went to see Moulin Rouge on Broadway, starring Megan Thee Stallion, and she’s giving her honest review of the theater hottie’s performance. For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, Pierre and Sesali talk about Latto’s presence since announcing her pregnancy and the ongoing beef between Remy Ma, her ex Papoose, and his new girlfriend Claressa Shields Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E94
April 9 · 35 min
Episode: Let's Talk About Ageism
In this week's episode: Pierre and Sesali have an honest conversation about ageism in female rap. Are women allowed to age gracefully in this industry? Which girls are doing it right (Kash Doll, Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Kim) and whose brand is stretching (Nicki Minaj, City Girls) with the years? Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E93
April 2 · 35 min
Episode 93: Caresha... Please
In this week's episode, Sesali and Pierre are in the studio together! They discuss: Sesali’s review of Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama tour after attending a show in person. Is she an underrated performer? JT got to perform with her hometown boyband, Pretty Ricky, in Miami and documented it like a real social media girlie. Whatever happened to the album Nicki Minaj was supposed to drop? Caresha sat down with Charlamagne tha God for an in depth interview about her career and new music. Pierre and Sesali have a lot of thoughts. For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, they wonder about the nature of Caresha’s relationship with Diddy. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E92
March 26 · 36 min
Episode 92: Big Mama
In this week's episode: Zeus Network, the streaming platform home to reality series like Baddies and Joseline’s Cabaret, has it’s own network. Their first artist, Biggie, is a Baddies castmember. Following the success of Stunna Girl, Joseline Hernandez’s music breakthrough, and Natalie Nunn’s popular singer, is the future of female rap Baddies coded? Come get your chain. Pierre and Sesali discuss Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama tour stops in Detroit and Cleveland where she brought out Kash Doll, Fendi the Rapper, and Chance the Rapper. Coi Leray might have a banger with her new single “Better Than Yours.” Saucy Santana might not need to return to the booth. He’s allegedly making tens of thousands of dollars a month on TikTok Live. Tasha K is scrambling to pay Cardi B the $4 million she owes after losing a defamation suit. And Cardi is not taking her foot off Tasha’s neck. The biggest story of the week is Latto’s new single, “Business & Personal”, which also doubled as her pregnancy announcement. Pierre and Sesali dive deeper into her pregnancy on Ass Last. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@Badfatblackgirl) and “Prince” Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E91
March 19 · 52 min
Episode 91: Runaway Rap Girls
In this episode: Bay area legend Kamaiyah made history as the first female rapper to headline the Fox Theater in Oakland. Staying local might be the key to longevity for female rappers. Nicki Minaj claims to be neurodivergent, while Doja Cat admits to a borderline personality disorder diagnosis and Lil Nas X addresses fans after court for a battery charge related to his own alleged mental health crisis. Female rap’s decline is sending the girls overseas. Despite becoming the first female rapper this year to surpass 700 million streams on spotify this year, Doja’s biggest booking yet is in Rwanda for Global Citizen’s Move Afrika Festival. Similarly, industry veteran Lil’ Kim is headlining two shows in Australia, Vivid Sydney and Melbourne's Rising. This is her first time in Australia in 15 years. Has public opinion finally turned against GloRilla? Some are accusing her of being a Pick Me. For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, we are following up on a theory about Doja Cat and congratulating the latest expecting mom in female rap. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and "Prince" Pierre Phipps (PrinceCharmingP). Join our Patreon for bonus content and early access to episodes. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
S7 · E90
March 12 · 26 min
Episode 90: The WAP Reunion
In this episode: Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B reunited at the Houston stop of Cardi’s Little Miss Drama tour, proving that there is no beef between them. Former Purse First guest Kaliii, dropped a new single featuring Frankie Bleu. She’s spilling tea about being dropped from her label and body shamed for her postpartum weight. Is this another sign of the declining state of female rap? Eve’s Grammy-winning sophomore album Scorpion turned 25 years old last week. The hosts reflect on the early aughts and her crossover success. Sesali and Pierre send their love to Monaleo, who had to cancel the remainder of her Who Did the Body? tour after requiring emergency surgery to repair a cyst that caused an ovary and fallopian tube to be removed. Sesali has been so entertained by Doja Cat’s social media but she has a theory about her recent retort to Timothee Chalamet. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @PrinceCharmingP. Join our ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on socials: @PurseFirstShow
S7 · E89
March 5 · 45 min
Episode 89: Everybody Need Some Money
On this episode: The hosts discuss Caresha a.k.a. Yung Miami’s recent solo rollout. The former city girl dropped two singles, “Tea Time” and “News Flash”. Do we see a future for her in music or should she pursue other avenues? Sesali is loving Megan Thee Stallion’s feature verse on Juvenile’s “BBB”. Both she and Pierre are so happy to hear that the Hot Girl Coach is headed to Broadway, becoming the first woman to play Zindler in Moulin Rogue The Musical. In February, for the first time this decade there wasn’t a single female rapper on the Billboard Hot 100. Is this a sign that female rap is officially dead? Are we losing our rappers to their relationships? Da Brat sat down for an interview with Angie Martinez and Sesali is frustrated that the legendary rapper’s sexuality is still the topic of discussion. She and Pierre also discovered that she did prison time in the early aughts. Ice Spice shut down rumors that she was on Ozempic, claiming that depression contributed to her weight loss. Is this a result of her career making a decline? GloRilla’s sister doesn’t understand how the media works and tried to charge the Breakfast Club $5,000 for an interview. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @PrinceCharmingP. Join our ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on socials: @PurseFirstShow
S7 · E88
February 26 · 28 min
Episode 88: Revisiting Cardi B's Gangsta Bitch Music Vol. 1
In this episode, hosts Sesali and Pierre are revisiting Cardi B's first mixtape, Gangsta Bitch Music Vol. 1! This 2016 banger introduced her music to the world and marked the beginning of a new wave in female rap. Listen along as they go through the project track by track and discuss the cultural significance of this hip-hop debut. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @PrinceCharmingP. Join our ⁠Patreon⁠ for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on socials: @PurseFirstShow
S7 · E87
February 19 · 29 min
Episode 87: Coochie & Drama & "Eat It"
In this episode of Purse First: Sexyy Red's sampling of Michael Jackson's "Beat It" caused a stir. Is it a disrespectful take on a legendary song or the Sexyy's playful side at work? Sukihana's socia media presence is strong and multifaceted, Pierre and Sesali put their marketing hats on and suggest some branding moves that could take her Coochie World brand to the next level. Against their will, the hosts provide a couple of updates on Nicki Minaj, since the queen of rap has fully embraced MAGA and several conspiracy theories. During the 2026 Grammys she tweeted about blood rituals and attempted to out the hosts. Nicki claims that her album is delayed while she renegotiates her contract, but Pierre and Sesali doubt there was ever an album. The Barbz are also still active, as they attacked comedian Mike Epps for jokes he made about her affiliation with Trump. On a lighter note, Sesali is very excited about Cardi B's Little Miss Drama tour. For Ass Last, available exclusively on Patreon, the duo discuss Cardi's Super Bowl cameo and breakup. They also talk about Coi Leray's stance that liking pictures on Instagram is cheating. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @PrinceCharmingP. Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on socials: @PurseFirstShow
S7 · E86
February 12 · 50 min
Episode 86: Season 7 Premiere!
Sesali and Pierre are back for season 7! In this week's episode: Chit chatting about the lackluster Grammys Discussing the drama with GloRilla & her sister, StudRilla Sharing insights from JT's Cutting Room Floor Interview about being a fashion girlie Taking a look at the young hoe takeover of rap with reviews of songs by Taffy and Trim. (Patreon subscribers get access to the full reaction! For Ass Last, exclusively on Patreon, Sesali is venting about the Brat’s stagnant style Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen @badfatblackgirl and "Prince" Pierre Phipps @PrinceCharmingP. Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus content!Follow us on socials: @PurseFirstShow
January 22 · 26 min
Bonus Episode: Barb Down!
In this bonus episode, Pierre has officially cancelled his Barb card, allegedly. After Nicki Minaj joined Erika Kirk at the Turning Point USA's AmericaFest—a conference that highlights conservative speakers—to spew anti trans rhetoric, Sesali and Pierre make it clear where they stand. The hosts also ask Yung Miami a.k.a. Caresha, which two fingers touching? And with the opening of her Popeye's franchise, Megan Thee Stallion might be one of the smartest rap girls in the game. Purse First is returning for it's 7th season on February 12, 2026! For bonus content and early access, subscribe to the Patreon. Follow the show on socials @pursefirstshow
Dec 25, 2025 · 17 min
Bonus Christmas Episode: Featuring Shelby Swain
Surprise! For this special holiday episode, we are joined by raptress who made the perfect Christmas rap girl album, Shelby Swain! And please forgive my sound, I was accidentally recording through my headphones. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join the Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content. Follow the show on Instagram @pursefirstshow Email us at pursefirstshow@gmail.com
S6 · E85
Dec 11, 2025 · 38 min
Episode 85: Best of 2025 (Season 6 Finale!)
Pierre and Sesali are awarding their best of 2025 in female and queer rap. Who was the best new artist, the most innovative, and the baddest bitch in the genre? Hear them decide in real time which song, verse, and music video from the rap girls deserves the crown as they wrap another season. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join the Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content. Follow the show on Instagram @pursefirstshow Email us at pursefirstshow@gmail.com
S6 · E84
Nov 27, 2025 · 29 min
Episode 84: The Diamond & Princess Deep Dive
Pierre and Sesali are discussing the story and impact of Diamond and Princess. As the female members of Crime Mob—the legendary hip hop group that brought us “Knuck If You Buck”—these two teenage girls from Atlanta put on a stamp on fashion, beauty, and female rap. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join the Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content. Follow the show on Instagram @pursefirstshow Email us at pursefirstshow@gmail.com
S6 · E83
Nov 20, 2025 · 40 min
Episode 83: JT's Lips & One Hit Wonders
This week, Sesali and Pierre share their honest thoughts on JT’s new Culted Magazine cover. The City Girl was her own creative director but did she overlook some of the racial overtones? For the main episode, the hosts go over a list of some of their favorite one hit wonders. Purse First is the only podcast exclusively about female and queer rap, hosted by Sesali Bowen (@badfatblackgirl) and Pierre Phipps (@PrinceCharmingP). Join the Patreon for early access and exclusive bonus content. Follow the show on Instagram @pursefirstshow Email us at pursefirstshow@gmail.com

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