Episode Overview

Episode Title: Episode 72+: Purple Panties Trailer
Podcast: Bawdy Storytelling
Host: Dixie De La Tour
Date: May 6, 2019

This special episode features a preview of "Purple Panties," a new erotic fiction podcast created by bestselling author Zane and produced by Stitcher. The segment functions as a cross-promotion, introducing listeners to a fresh, scripted series that centers around the personal and professional lives of three women in Atlanta as they embrace their sexuality and personal truths.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Introduction and Recommendation by Dixie De La Tour

• Dixie enthusiastically introduces "Purple Panties" to her audience, emphasizing the connection with storytelling and sex positivity. She underscores the reputable background of Zane, referencing her bestselling books and cultural reach (notably, Zane’s mention in HBO's "Insecure").
  • "You may know Zane from the books she's written, books like Addicted Afterburn and the Heat Seekers. And they've even been featured in … Issa Rae's HBO series Insecure." (00:34)
• Dixie frames the show as a natural fit for Bawdy’s audience, promising both sexiness and depth in the storytelling format.
  • "Purple Panties is sexy and funny, and more importantly, it's a story about finding out who you are and living in your truth." (00:52)
• The episode transitions into the audio trailer for Purple Panties.

2. Preview of "Purple Panties" – Scripted Trailer

• Character-Driven, Multi-Voiced Drama:
  The teaser immerses listeners in a narrative following three main women—Lauren, Maddox, and Stephanie—in Atlanta. The dialogue hints at their intertwined relationships and the challenges of navigating love, friendship, sexual identity, and ambition.
  • Lauren describes her connection to Maddox:
    "I basically helped her retire when my law firm litigated a case for her a few years back. She was one of my best friends now. I was so excited to see her and I needed a break from K." (01:29)
  • Maddox offers a candid reflection on her romantic choices:
    "Some could say I was alone by choice. I mean, yeah, there was a little truth to that... Instead of being with another lesbian, there I was with these confused ass—" (01:48)
• Unapologetically Honest Dialogue:
  The excerpt features tension and vulnerability between characters—especially in the dynamic between Lauren and Patricia, where Lauren’s flirtation brings out issues of fidelity and boundaries.
  • Patricia sets firm limits with Lauren:
    "Understand this. I love my wife." (02:42)
  • Lauren replies, pushing the boundary with a teasing retort:
    "That's why you don't let me sleep on her side of the bed. Right?" (02:46)
• Open Sexuality and Empowerment:
  The sample doesn’t shy away from explicit, confident sexual agency.
  • Maddox shares about Stephanie:
    "Stephanie couldn't get enough of me. The louder she moaned, the deeper I went. If someone's not giving you, there's always someone else that will." (02:54)

3. Zane’s Closing Invitation

• Personal Address from Zane:
  Zane personally introduces herself at the end, reiterating her credentials, expressing her excitement, and inviting listeners to the new show.
  • "Hi, I'm Zane. You might be familiar with some of my New York Times best selling books like Addicted Afterburn and the Heat Seekers. I'm excited to introduce a new podcast that I created... called Purple Panties. It's a scripted fiction drama that's sexy, funny, but more importantly, it's a story about finding out who you are and learning to walk and live in your own truth." (03:06)
• Call to Action:
  Listeners are encouraged to subscribe, listen, and visit the Purple Panties website for more information.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• Dixie De La Tour:
  "Purple Panties is sexy and funny, and more importantly, it's a story about finding out who you are and living in your truth." (00:52)

• Lauren:
  "I couldn't wait to have lunch with Maddox the next day... I was so excited to see her and I needed a break from K." (01:28)

• Maddox:
  "Some could say I was alone by choice. I mean, yeah, there was a little truth to that... Instead of being with another lesbian, there I was with these confused ass—" (01:48)

• Patricia and Lauren:

  • Patricia: "Understand this. I love my wife." (02:42)
  • Lauren: "That's why you don't let me sleep on her side of the bed. Right?" (02:46)

• Maddox:
  "If someone's not giving you, there's always someone else that will." (02:54)

• Zane:
  "It's a scripted fiction drama that's sexy, funny, but more importantly, it's a story about finding out who you are and learning to walk and live in your own truth." (03:06)

Important Timestamps

• 00:00 — Dixie introduces "Purple Panties" and Zane's background.
• 01:21 — Start of "Purple Panties" trailer: begins with voiceover.
• 01:28 — Lauren and Maddox’s storyline and context introduced.
• 02:31 — Patricia and Lauren’s tense, flirtatious conversation.
• 02:54 — Maddox’s explicit, empowered reflection on love and sex.
• 03:06 — Zane’s message to listeners, summary of series, and call to action.

Overall Tone & Impressions

The tone of the episode matches Bawdy Storytelling’s hallmark of candid, celebratory, and unfiltered discussions about sexuality, identity, and real-life experience. The "Purple Panties" trailer promises a show that is unapologetically erotic, layered, witty, and empowering—welcoming listeners who want more honest stories about women embracing their full selves.

Summary for First-Time Listeners

This episode of Bawdy Storytelling is a cross-promotional showcase, offering a sneak peek into "Purple Panties," a scripted erotic drama crafted by Zane. It’s an invitation into a world where complex, queer Black women in Atlanta navigate love, friendship, ambition, and authenticity—all with humor and sexual frankness. The preview spotlights multidimensional characters, charged dialogue, and a commitment to storytelling that’s both titillating and transformative.

To explore further, listeners are encouraged to search for “Purple Panties” wherever they get their podcasts.