The Queer Quest Podcast

Running multiple businesses sounds glamorous — until you're scrubbing cigarette smoke out of the walls two hours before your next Airbnb guests arrive… all while juggling client calls and recording podcasts.In this episode of Dear Christiano, queer transformation coach and entrepreneur Christiano Green pulls back the curtain on the real, unfiltered truth about being a queerpreneur. From leaving a high-paying corporate role leading 300 people to moving to Bali to start fresh, Christiano shares how he built not one, but two thriving businesses — a queer-focused coaching practice and a growing Airbnb portfolio with his partner.✨ In this episode, you'll hear:– The leap from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship– Why burnout made staying riskier than leaving– How moving to Bali cut expenses by 75% and created space to heal and build– The story behind launching an Airbnb business with his partner– The reality of balancing coaching clients, content creation, and urgent property issues– Why “pressure is a privilege,” but not without its tollWhether you're building your first side hustle, dreaming of leaving your 9-to-5, or already running your own business, this episode is a candid, inspiring reminder that success is rarely as tidy as it looks on Instagram.

This is not just a meditation — it's a sacred homecoming for every queer soul who's ever been haunted by shame.In this deep, soul-touching journey, we gently hold the ways shame shows up at the worst possible times — and instead of spiraling, we learn to alchemize it into a source of truth, compassion, and queer power.You'll move through three powerful phases:Meeting Shame in the Body — with tenderness and truth.Reframing the Shame Story — learning how shame was a survival tool, not your identity.Alchemising Shame into Queer Sovereignty — reclaiming your radiant, sacred self.Whether you're healing from religious trauma, internalised homophobia, transphobia, rejection from family, or the silent burdens of being “too much” or “not enough,” this meditation is for you.Let this be your safe space to soften.To reparent the younger you.To stop running.To start remembering.

What are the stages of queer healing? In this soulful, honest, and empowering episode, Christiano Green walks us through the 18-stage spiral roadmap of LGBTQ+ healing — from breakdown and identity loss to spiritual embodiment and queer joy.Drawn from the free guide The Journey to Queer Healing, this conversation explores everything from inner child work and boundary setting to ancestral connection and radical self-trust. Perfect for queer folks who are healing from trauma, reclaiming their truth, or leading others in love.

Can you be a fit, healed, empowered queer human — and still binge sugar in a shame spiral?In this honest and deeply human episode of Dear Christiano, queer coach Christiano Green reflects on a recent experience that triggered old patterns of shame, perfectionism, and self-judgment. From emotional eating to body image, Christiano explores what it means to heal while still being messy — and why duality is not a failure, but a feature of growth.✨ This episode explores:– Why queer people often carry shame that doesn't belong to them– The link between food, feelings, and worthiness– How coaches and “healers” still face real emotional spirals– What it means to allow conflicting emotions without guilt– How to stop performing healing and start embodying truthIf you've ever felt like you're not allowed to fall apart because of how others see you — this one is for you.

Letting Go of the Need to Push Through and Finally Giving Yourself Time to HealIn a world that demands productivity, perfection, and constant performance — this guided meditation is a sacred rebellion.This journey invites you into the deep, slow waters of queer healing.It's for the moments when you're tired of pretending you're okay.For the seasons when pushing through just isn't going to cut it anymore.And for the parts of you that are still aching to be heard, held, and allowed to rest.Together, we'll explore:

Coming out is not a single moment — it's a lifelong journey of courage, identity, and self-love. In this episode, Christiano Green takes you through the raw, real, and powerful coming out stories that will leave you breathless, inspired, and seen.From the first time we admit our truth to ourselves, to the terrifying moment we say it out loud to the world… from coming out later in life to finding chosen family and community after rejection — this episode is for every queer person, at every stage of their becoming.You'll hear Christiano's personal stories, the psychology behind delayed coming out, awkward and hilarious real-life moments, and a deep reminder that your story is valid — whether it's loud and proud or whispered into the dark.This isn't just about being LGBTQIA+ — it's about being fully you.Whether you're out, closeted, questioning, or still healing — this episode is a permission slip to be exactly who you are.

What happens when you're committed to healing — but still find yourself spiraling, overwhelmed, and energetically drained?In this solo episode of Dear Christiano, queer transformation coach Christiano Green shares a raw and relatable letter to himself about the emotional crash that sometimes follows deep inner growth. If you're a queer person who's ever felt shame around rest, guilt around doing nothing, or frustration with your own sensitivity — this is the episode for you.✨ Topics include:– The emotional rollercoaster of queer healing– The myth of constant productivity– How rest can be a radical act of self-love– Navigating overstimulation as an empath or HSP– Reclaiming your peace through presenceThis is not your average self-help podcast.This is healing with honesty, softness, and soul.

There comes a time in every queer soul's journey when we realize:we may never be fully understood by the people who raised us.And…we get to let go anyway.This powerful guided meditation is a healing journey through grief, release, and reclamation.It's for every LGBTQIA+ person who's ever twisted themselves to fit their family's expectations — and is ready to come home to truth, clarity, and deep queer peace.

What does it mean to be truly seen in a world that still erases, distorts, or sidelines queer lives? In this 4-part solo episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, host Christiano Green unpacks the cultural and emotional weight of queer representation in media — and why it still matters now more than ever.Across this journey, you'll explore:The difference between visibility and being truly seenHow tokenism and trauma-only narratives harm queer mental healthWhy queer authorship and casting mattersThe stories that are still missing — and who gets left outAnd the revolutionary power of queer joy, complexity, and creationPart personal story, part cultural call-to-action, and part visionary manifesto, this episode is for every queer person who's ever felt invisible — and every ally who wants to understand why that matters.You'll walk away inspired, affirmed, and ready to reclaim your own narrative.

In this vulnerable solo episode of Dear Christiano, on The Queer Quest Podcast, queer transformation coach and storyteller Christiano Green shares a personal letter to himself — exploring the pain, love, and emotional complexity of family as a queer person.If you've ever felt unseen by your family, or struggled to reconcile love with boundaries, this episode will speak to your soul.You'll hear Christiano reflect on:– The invisible work queer people do to survive family– Why healing can trigger those closest to us– How to move forward when others don't (or can't) understand– Loving people for who they are — without betraying yourselfThis is for anyone in the LGBTQIA+ community doing the hard work of breaking cycles and returning to wholeness.

What if you could see yourself clearly — beyond the shame, survival, and distortion?What if you could meet your truest queer self… and fall in love?This powerful guided meditation is a sacred journey into deep self-recognition, emotional healing, and queer embodiment. In this three-part immersive experience, you'll move through the masks you've worn, step into your full truth, and return home to your sacred self — radiant, real, and fully seen.

In this powerful, reflective, and deeply affirming episode, we explore the ever-evolving meaning of being non-binary in 2025.We talk about:Living beyond the binary in a binary worldVisibility vs tokenism in media and cultureThe intersection of queerness, neurodivergence, and raceHistorical and global roots of gender-expansive identitiesThe future of gender liberation — playful, sacred, and radically freeWhether you identify as non-binary or are simply learning, this episode is a love letter to those who don't fit in boxes — and a rally cry for a world that doesn't need them.✨ Listen now and remember: You are not broken. You are beyond.

Let's get real: queer mental health is often misunderstood, dismissed, or completely left out of the conversation. In this episode, Christiano Green takes us deep into the unspoken truths — from quiet grief to burnout to the revolutionary act of rest — and shows us how queer folks are redefining what healing looks like.Expect raw honesty, cultural truth-telling, and deep affirmation for your mind, body, and identity.

Welcome home, beloved.This is a sacred guided meditation to heal, reparent, and integrate your queer inner child. It's a deeply introspective, soul-nourishing journey through the forgotten corridors of your childhood — and a tender return to the magical, soft, vibrant parts of you that were once silenced or shamed.In this immersive experience, you will:

What does queer activism actually look like in 2025?It's not just about voting.It's not just about waving a flag in June.It's about how we show up — every single day — for ourselves, each other, and the future we're building.In this bold and tender episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, Christiano breaks down the state of queer political life post-Pride 2025, and offers a radically honest, deeply hopeful conversation on how LGBTQIA+ people are fighting back, healing forward, and reclaiming their power beyond the ballot box.Whether you're burnt out by rainbow-washed corporations or unsure how to contribute to real change — this episode will leave you with clarity, empowerment, and the permission to be both soft and strong.

In this vulnerable and spiritually charged solo episode, I share the story of my recent solo mushroom ceremony — a 5-gram journey that brought me face to face with ego death, deep grief, sacred clarity, and the truth of my queer purpose.This episode is not just about plant medicine — it's about what happens when you meet yourself at the edge of your own becoming… and choose to stay.Inside this episode:The behind-the-scenes of my solo 5g mushroom journeyWhat ego death really felt likeCrying through generations of queer griefHow I realized queerness is my divine giftThe power of integrating shadow with self-leadershipA closing invitation for your own healing pathIf you're a queer soul on a spiritual path — or simply longing to feel more alive, more whole, and more connected to yourself — this episode is for you.

How do you create a life that honours both your queer identity and your neurodivergence?In this intimate episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, Christiano Green guides you through the messy, magical world of neurodivergent queerness. From self-diagnosis and masking to chosen family and sensory-safe love — this is the healing conversation so many of us have been craving.We explore:Queerness and neurodivergence: the overlapSelf-diagnosis, unmasking, and neuroqueer liberationADHD, autism, sensory needs & emotional regulationLove, communication, and ND relationshipsBuilding chosen family and decolonizing “normal”This is your permission slip to stop performing and start belonging.

In this powerful post-Pride episode, Christiano Green dives deep into how queer folks in 2025 are reshaping what “home” means — emotionally, practically, and politically.From redefining partnership and solo nesting, to communal queer households, healing domestic trauma, and fighting for housing justice, this episode explores it all with heart, honesty, and vision.Whether you've found your sanctuary or are still building it, this episode is a love letter to every LGBTQIA+ person who has ever wondered if they belonged.

What makes queer books so powerful — and why do they still go deeper than most film and TV?In this episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, we spotlight the top LGBTQIA+ books of 2025 and dive into:The complexity of queer characters in literatureThe authors writing with truth, depth, and fierce queer loveWhat identities are still missing in queer lit todayWhy books offer a sacred space for healing, joy, and reflectionFeaturing brilliant new releases like Stag Dance by Torrey Peters, Love, Misha, Hungerstone, Woodworking, and more — this is more than a review. It's a love letter to queer readers and writers everywhere.

What does it take for a queer movie to really hit? In this powerful Pride Month episode, host Christiano Green explores the top LGBTQIA+ films of 2025 — the ones that moved us, healed us, made us feel seen, and left us craving more.From indie gems to groundbreaking global releases, we unpack:– This year's best queer films (and why they matter)– The characters who cracked us open– What stories are still missing in queer cinema– And how you can be part of shaping the future of queer filmIt's emotional, it's cinematic, it's real AF.

This is not just a meditation — it's a homecoming.The Temple Within is a powerful guided journey into your sacred queer essence. Designed specifically for LGBTQIA+ beings, this ceremonial meditation leads you through breathwork, body reclamation, ancestral healing, shadow release, and divine queer embodiment.You'll begin by grounding into your body and releasing stored shame… and then travel inward to meet your truest self — the radiant, sovereign version of you that has always existed beyond society's limitations.In this journey, your breath becomes a ritual. Your body becomes your temple. And your queerness becomes the portal to deep peace, presence, and power.

In this week's episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, we dive deep into The Independent's Pride List 2025 — a celebration of LGBTQIA+ leaders, artists, activists, and change-makers who are shaping queer culture right now.From grassroots disruptors like Munroe Bergdorf and Reeta Loi, to culture-shifting creatives like Rina Sawayama, Travis Alabanza, and Dean Atta, this episode honors the brilliance and bravery of today's most influential queer voices.

What are the top queer shows of 2025—and which legendary LGBTQIA+ series still deserve their flowers?In this episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, we break down the Ultimate Queer Watchlist:✨ The best LGBTQ+ shows of 2025✨ Forever faves that raised us✨ What queer media is still missing✨ And where queer TV is headed nextFrom Heartstopper and Euphoria to Pose, RuPaul's Drag Race, and hidden gems that center queer joy, rage, and complexity—this episode is a love letter to queer stories that see us.

Find your inner peace with this calming video, allowing you to relax and simply be. Take a moment for mindfulness and let the stress relief wash over you. Use this as a 5 minute meditation to recharge and cultivate calm.

This week on The Queer Quest Podcast, we're diving into the Queer Glossary of 2025—because language is liberation, and you deserve words that see you.We explore identity terms like nonbinary, genderfluid, and transmasc, playful queer vernacular like zaddy and they/them pussy energy, and powerful words of healing and resistance like queer rage, chosen family, and intersectionality.This episode is equal parts educational, empowering, and emotionally resonant—designed for anyone who's ever wondered if they're “queer enough,” or just wanted the right language to feel whole.

In this episode, queer transformation coach Christiano Green shares an intimate story about coming out and the long-lasting impact of a single sentence: “Life will be harder for you now.”For almost 20 years, Christiano carried that belief—until he discovered that queerness doesn't have to equal pain. It just means our path is different… not worse.Listen as Christiano explores:The emotional weight of coming outHow internalised beliefs shape our livesWhy comparison keeps us stuckAnd how queer people can reclaim their power and rewrite their storiesThis is a must-listen for any queer person navigating identity, healing, or self-worth.

Welcome home, beloved soul. Take a breath and let yourself land in this sacred space. Let the noise of the outside world dissolve for a moment with this calming meditation as a form of stress relief. Inhale deeply and slowly exhale again to promote healing and mindfulness.

What does Pride mean when you've lived a life fighting to simply exist?In this storytime episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, I share my own queer journey—from hiding in plain sight to stepping into my full, radiant truth.It's raw. It's emotional. It's empowering.You'll hear about:My own coming out and coming alive experienceThe mental and emotional toll of being closetedHealing from queer shame and societal rejectionWhat Pride really means to someone who's walked through the fireThe spiritual and emotional awakening that changed everythingWhether you're still figuring yourself out or leading your own queer revolution, this episode is a powerful reminder that you are not alone—and you are more than worthy of thriving.✨ Because Pride isn't just a celebration—it's a reclamation.

In this episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, host Christiano Green unpacks the ongoing issue of queerbaiting in mainstream media — and why LGBTQ+ audiences deserve so much more than subtle glances, vague hints, and performative pride.We cover:What queerbaiting is and how it shows up in 2025How it psychologically harms queer audiencesThe difference between true representation and exploitationThe reality of rainbow capitalism & corporate allyshipWhat authentic queer storytelling really looks likeHow queer people are reclaiming the narrative in film, TV, and onlineWhether you've been burned by false promises or are just waking up to how the media plays our identities — this episode offers clarity, healing, and a powerful invitation to rise together and demand real visibility.

This Pride Month, let's get real.Behind the glitter and parades, many queer people are still healing. Still grieving. Still searching for a Pride that actually feels like home.In this soul-opening episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, we reclaim Pride as more than a party — but a portal for reflection, self-love, and radical queer empowerment.We'll explore:✨ The roots of Pride as protest

What happens when a queer person spends years surviving but never truly healing?In this raw and powerful episode, we break open the silent crisis of mental health in the LGBTQIA+ community. From high-functioning anxiety to emotional numbness, we explore the hidden weight so many queer people carry — and why it's time to lay it down. You'll learn how systemic oppression, rejection, and internalized shame affect our mental well-being, and what real healing looks like when it's done through a queer-affirming, trauma-informed lens.This isn't just about therapy — it's about reclamation.It's about learning that you're not broken — you've been bruised by a world that taught you to shrink.

In this deeply personal solo episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, I take you on a journey into the heart of inner child healing through a queer lens. If you've ever felt disconnected from your emotions, your creativity, or your sense of worth—this one's for you.Growing up queer in a world that tried to shame us into silence leaves deep wounds. Many of us learned to hide our magic, suppress our emotions, and disconnect from our most innocent, joyful selves. But what if the key to your healing lies in finally turning toward that younger version of you with love?Join me as I share reflections, real talk, and healing insights on:The impact of queer childhood trauma on adult identityWhy healing your inner child is key to queer liberation and self-acceptanceTools to reconnect, reparent, and reclaim the parts of yourself you lost along the wayThis is more than self-help. It's a spiritual and emotional reclamation of our queer joy.

Ever feel like you're carrying emotional baggage that isn't even yours? Yeah, same. In this episode, I dive deep into the tender (and wildly relatable) topic of queer repression-those repressed feelings we've been taught to hide, suppress, and bury just to survive in a world that doesn't always know how to hold us.I share a raw chapter of my own story-from growing up emotionally muted, to dragging around a metaphorical backpack full of unprocessed queer pain, to the moment in Peru where I drank Ayahuasca and quite literally purged an energetic slug (yep, you read that right) that had been feeding on my suppressed emotions for years. And let me tell you… that slug? Iconic. Traumatic. Freeing.This one's for the queer hearts carrying invisible weights, looking for relief, and wondering if there's a way back to emotional aliveness, freedom, and joy.We talk about:Why queer people repress feelings to surviveThe "backpack full of stones" metaphorHow emotional repression affects the bodyMy Ayahuasca ceremony in Peru (and the slug)The beauty of emotional release and queer healingA gentle invitation to start letting goIf you've ever felt numb, overwhelmed, too much, or not enough-this episode is your warm hug and permission slip to finally feel it all.Resources:

In this heartfelt solo episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, I, Christiano Green, delve into my personal health journey—from a childhood devoid of health education to the challenges of queer party culture, body image struggles, and the path to holistic wellness.I discuss the transformative steps I took, including embracing sobriety, structured fitness, and nutritional awareness, leading to achieving optimal health and well-being.Explore More:

What happens when your deepest rejection becomes your biggest lesson?In this deeply personal solo episode, I share the raw story of my most painful rejection — and how it shattered my self-worth as a queer person. But I also share how that pain became a portal. To healing. To deeper self-love. And eventually, to becoming the version of myself who now helps others rise.Whether you've faced heartbreak, abandonment, or emotional exile — you'll find yourself in this story. This is for the queer soul who's still healing. For the single queer person wondering, “Am I too much? Will I ever be loved again?”✨ This episode is your reminder: rejection is never the end — it's the beginning of your queer comeback.Links Mentioned:

In this soul-stirring solo episode, Queer Quest founder and transformation coach Christiano Green shares the 18 most powerful queer-affirming spiritual practices he's discovered through years of healing, reclaiming, and evolving as a queer person.From beginner rituals like intentional journaling and altar building to mystical advanced practices like queer tantra, shamanic journeying, and plant medicine in queer-held spaces — these are spiritual tools for us, by us.✨ This episode is for you if:You feel disconnected from spirituality after religious traumaYou're looking to integrate your queerness into your healingYou want to call in more peace, love, power, and purposeYou're craving a sacred practice that sees ALL of you

Before the freedom, before the glow-up, before the healing—there was fear. In this intimate solo episode, I take you behind the curtain of my own coming out journey. The anxiety. The repression. The deep ache of not being seen. And the courage it took to say, “I'm not hiding anymore.”If you're queer, single, and searching for more than just a swipe-right love story—this episode is for you.✨ We talk:Emotional repression & queer traumaHealing after years of pretendingHow dating changed once I embraced my truthWhat it really means to love yourself unapologetically

This one's for every queer soul who's ever disappeared into survival mode.For the ones who gave their magic away, forgot their joy, or started dimming their light to survive in a world not built for them.In this solo episode, Christiano Green—Queer Transformation Coach and founder of Queer Quest—shares what it really means to make a queer comeback.Not a glow-up for the 'gram.Not a reinvention for someone else.A sacred return to the real you.

Why is it so damn hard to make queer friends? Especially when you're single, lonely, or craving deeper connection?In this honest and heartfelt solo episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, Christiano Green (Queer Transformation Coach + Founder of Queer Quest) explores why so many LGBTQIA+ folks struggle to make meaningful queer friendships — and how to change that.You'll discover:

What if self-discipline wasn't about punishment… but about deep self-honouring?In this powerful solo episode, we reclaim self-discipline through a queer and spiritual lens — and break it down into 5 evolutionary levels, from survival mode to sacred soul-led living.Whether you're a single queer person trying to love yourself more fully, or you're navigating the world of dating, healing, and becoming — this episode will show you how self-discipline can become your most sacred act of devotion.

Queer Dating in 2025 is here, and we're unpacking the 20 must-know tips for LGBTQ+ singles in this fun yet heartfelt episode!

In this week's episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, Christiano shares a podcast episode from the Be Alive podcast where he was interviewed.Christiano discusses his journey from a high-figure corporate career in Australia to becoming a transformational coach for the queer community. The conversation covers Christiano's personal experiences with bullying, coming out as gay, and overcoming substance abuse, as well as the formation of his movement, Queer Quest.He also shares insights on journaling and self-acceptance, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, self-worth, self-confidence, and self-care. The episode underscores the power of community, leadership, and radical self-acceptance in personal growth.To check out Queer Quest PRO visit https://courses.queerquest.vip/queer-quest-pro/Check it out and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe so someone else in the queer community who needs it can see this video.

Coming out doesn't erase the trauma we've carried. In this episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, we're getting real about how queer people internalize pain, develop unhealthy coping mechanisms, and struggle to heal. From alcohol and hookup culture to social media doom-scrolling, we break down why these habits help us survive but don't actually help us thrive.What we dive into:

Queer loneliness is real. But what if there's a way out?In this episode of The Queer Quest Podcast, I sit down with Tyler Wasson, a Queer Men's Mindfulness Coach & Psychologist, to unpack what loneliness really is—and how queer people can break free from it for good.

This week on 'The Queer Quest Podcast', host Christiano Green shares his brand new webinar 'How to Love Your Queer Self Unapologetically Without the Fears of Society's Judgments' with the queer community. Christiano runs this webinar live every few weeks and there are countless questions as to if there would be a replay available so Christiano has made that wish a possibility and shares the full webinar for his amazing followers. In the 'How to Love Your Queer Self Unapologetically Without the Fears of Society's Judgments' webinar you will uncover the 3 secrets of queer excellence: 1. How Generic Personal Development is Failing You: Discover the Queer-Centric Approach That Transforms Lives 2. How Fear Is a Sign You're On the Right Path: How to Embrace It and Move Forward 3. How Waiting for the ‘Right Moment' is Stopping You: Why Now is the Time to Start Your Queer Quest If you're curious to find out how queer-centric personal development can help you further on your journey then this episode is for you. Check out Queer Quest PRO today here: https://courses.queerquest.vip/queer-quest-pro