Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This week Monét talks with author and activist Amanda Seales! She shares what caused her to leave stand-up comedy, buying her book back from her publisher and why she's not consistently funny.
Visit GrowTherapy.com/MONET today to get started!
0:00 - 2:42 Intro
2:43 - 9:11 What animal would you be?
9:12 - 15:30 Meeting with Kamala Harris
15:31 - 21:40 Getting out of Hollywood
21:41 - 26:30 Capitalism
26:31 - 30:25 Slave owners are on our money
30:26 - 35:10 Chaneling our ancestors
35:11 - 45:20 From standup to writing her book
45:21 - 52:01 Amanda’s book writing nightmare
52:02 - 54:28 “I’m not making money.”
54:29 - 58:40 Slaves knew they were free
58:41 - 1:00:43 Critical thinking is a skill
1:00:44 - 1:09:00 “Ancestor Hotline” Game
1:09:01 - 1:12:00 Respect community
1:12:01 - Buy Amanda’s book
About The Podcast:
Superstar Monét X Change invites you to join her each week for an hour of fun and mayhem, with a dazzling array of guests from fellow queens, pop culture icons, and maybe even an ex-boyfriend (or four). Monét Talks features captivating conversations that divulge the industry’s hottest gossip, secrets to success, and how to show resilience in the midst of adversity. You can also expect spontaneous games and provocative segments— all infused with Monét’s signature wit and charm. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just tuning in, Monét’s infectious energy and genuine spirit will have you laughing, learning, and loving every moment!
Watch new episodes here every Thursday and catch up on episodes you might have missed! youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRjgHss_MCTZzAevdYrz6zb-1cD5wVPQN
Follow Monét: @monetxchange
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: bit.ly/MonétTalks
Credits:
Created By & Starring: Monét X Change
Executive Producers: Patrick Minor and Jay DiFeo
Produced By: Jonathon Mitchell and Robbie Soares, Associate Produced by Tracy Marquez
Creative Director: Patrick Minor
Filmed & Edited By: Dalton Belew, Audio: Land Romo
Set Design & Art Direction: Samuel Keamy-Minor
Monét Talks theme written and produced by Monét X Change, Cannon Mapp, Eritza Laues, Mr. International.
#monetxchange #dragqueens #dragpodcast #dragrace #siblingrivalry
This week Monét talks with author and activist Amanda Seales! She shares what caused her to leave stand-up comedy, buying her book back from her publisher and why she's not consistently funny.
Visit GrowTherapy.com/MONET today to get started!
0:00 - 2:42 Intro
2:43 - 9:11 What animal would you be?
9:12 - 15:30 Meeting with Kamala Harris
15:31 - 21:40 Getting out of Hollywood
21:41 - 26:30 Capitalism
26:31 - 30:25 Slave owners are on our money
30:26 - 35:10 Chaneling our ancestors
35:11 - 45:20 From standup to writing her book
45:21 - 52:01 Amanda’s book writing nightmare
52:02 - 54:28 “I’m not making money.”
54:29 - 58:40 Slaves knew they were free
58:41 - 1:00:43 Critical thinking is a skill
1:00:44 - 1:09:00 “Ancestor Hotline” Game
1:09:01 - 1:12:00 Respect community
1:12:01 - Buy Amanda’s book
About The Podcast:
Superstar Monét X Change invites you to join her each week for an hour of fun and mayhem, with a dazzling array of guests from fellow queens, pop culture icons, and maybe even an ex-boyfriend (or four). Monét Talks features captivating conversations that divulge the industry’s hottest gossip, secrets to success, and how to show resilience in the midst of adversity. You can also expect spontaneous games and provocative segments— all infused with Monét’s signature wit and charm. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just tuning in, Monét’s infectious energy and genuine spirit will have you laughing, learning, and loving every moment!
Watch new episodes here every Thursday and catch up on episodes you might have missed! youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRjgHss_MCTZzAevdYrz6zb-1cD5wVPQN
Follow Monét: @monetxchange
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: bit.ly/MonétTalks
Credits:
Created By & Starring: Monét X Change
Executive Producers: Patrick Minor and Jay DiFeo
Produced By: Jonathon Mitchell and Robbie Soares, Associate Produced by Tracy Marquez
Creative Director: Patrick Minor
Filmed & Edited By: Dalton Belew, Audio: Land Romo
Set Design & Art Direction: Samuel Keamy-Minor
Monét Talks theme written and produced by Monét X Change, Cannon Mapp, Eritza Laues, Mr. International.
#monetxchange #dragqueens #dragpodcast #dragrace #siblingrivalry
