The Rainbow Crossing Podcast

Send us a textIn light of Men's Mental Health Month, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss their own personal experiences with mental and emotional struggles. They also talk about a variety of common mental issues that affect the gay male community and techniques that they have used to overcome them. Support the show

Send us a textIn celebration of Pride month, Daniel (Gen X) shares his recent Puerto Vallarta Pride experience with roommate Julio (Gen Z). The two expand on the conversation with a discussion of all things gay Pride related, including some of their most memorable Pride moments. They also talk favorite Pride anthems and who would make it up on their queer Mount Rushmore. Support the show

Send us a textDon't swipe left on this one! Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) dish on their dating app turn-offs. What does a Tinder or Hinge profile require to get their attention and, more importantly, to lose their interest? From the practical to the petty, find out what it takes to lose out on a match from these two. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss the recent incident at a Boston hotel where a cisgender woman was confronted by a male security guard asking her to prove her gender when she went into the women's restroom. They continue the discussion with a look at the numerous amounts of anti-trans bills that are currently under consideration in the United States despite all evidence showing that trans people are not committing any bathroom-related offenses. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) talk about everyone's favorite topic: sex! But more specifically, they're talking about good sex, what constitutes it, and how to cultivate it whether you're with a longtime partner or a one-time hookup. From communication to aftercare, they go over a variety of elements that anyone can introduce into their sex life for a heightened experience. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen X) discuss the  Kennedy v. Braidwood Management, Inc. case that was recently heard by the Supreme Court regarding the plantiffs religious objections to the Affordable Care Act's no-cost coverage of PrEP. They talk about the implications of the decision to not only the gay community but society at-large and what we can do as more of our rights and privileges are being revoked in the United States. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome fitness coach Angel (Millenial) to the podcast to discuss his journey from bartender to trainer, sober advocate, and gay mentor. The three talk about fitness with a purpose and goals that go beyond surface-level, as well as tips for listeners who want to get started on their own health and wellness journey but might be intimidated. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome Hill Country Ride for AIDS ride director Eli (Millenial) to discuss the non-profit's upcoming 26th annual fun ride. They talk about how getting involved in fundraisers benefits everyone in the community from the participants to the volunteers to the beneficiaries. They also chat about what makes this particular charitable ride so unique and how anyone can get involved no matter their skill set or location. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are joined by local bar owner and chair of the Austin LGBTQIA+ Quality of Life advisory commission Scott (Millenial) to discuss trends and activism in the community. They talk about the resurgent need for gay spaces, the disconnect between white gay males and the rest of the queer populace, and much more. Support the show

Send us a textBack from their trip to Puerto Rico, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) recount their first travel experience together, including the beaches, the drinks, the drag queens, and the boys (in speedos). The two discuss what makes a vacation a gaycation and how to successfully survive one with friends.  Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome adult superstar and all-around sweetheart Cody Seiya (Millenial) for a conversation on breaking out of heternormative traditions and forging our own paths. From being raised by an immigrant Chinese mother and Jewish father to helping friends start their own family, Cody shares how he's lived his life on his own terms. Support the show

Send us a textJulio (Gen Z) bravely and perhaps foolishly dares to peek into the mind of his roommate Daniel (Gen X) as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of Daniel's 25th birthday. Yes, it happens to even the best of us - Daniel is celebrating his golden birthday at 50 years old! The two discuss what it was like being a kid in the olden times, coming to terms with being gay during the height of the AIDS epidemic, finding a tribe as an adult, and so much more. Support the show

Send us a textIn honor of Women's Appreciation Month, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) invite longtime friend Jody (Millenial) to talk about her life as an LGBTQ+ ally and an elementary school teacher in Texas. They discuss Jody's experiences as an educator preparing for gun violence and ICE raids, as well as her love for the gay community. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) spill the tea on their greatest temptations - from boys to illicit substances to good old fashioned gossip. They share stories about their struggles with these and other common temptations, as well as methods to combat and overcome these often sinister seductions. Support the show

Send us a textSince they're both dipping their toes in the dating scene, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) share their top five questions to ask when seriously dating someone in order to feel out if he's truly boyfriend material. They also discuss their icons of the week, the Zelensky vs. Trump/Vance battle, English as the "official" U.S. language, and the online portal with unsettling reminders of 1950s' McCarthyism, enddei.ed.gov. Support the show

Send us a textAfter successfully completing his first marathon, Julio (Gen Z) and roommate Daniel (Gen X) discuss apply the practices of enduring a successful long distance run to tackling life, in general, but particularly during trying times. They also talk about the United States' new self-proclaimed king, a disturbing display at the happiest place on Earth, and the uprising against GOP rhetoric at town halls in right-leaning districts.Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome adult superstar Angel Rivera to the pod to discuss mental health, addiction, and therapy. Angel shares his story on entering the adult business, how it helped fuel his addictions, and what it took to begin breaking free of those vices after several years. He also talks about his past with Joey Mills as an adult super couple and how he views their breakup today. Support the show

Send us a textWith the hashtag "leaving MAGA" trending on social media, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss the motivations behind right-leaning voters abandoning newly elected President Trump. They theorize that while many Democratic voters are more community-minded when it comes to elections, Republicans seem to often vote solely for their own interests. Is it a question of empathy and, if so, how does one become more empathetic and teach those traits to others? Support the show

Send us a textOnly two weeks into Trump's second term, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are combating the chaos, fear, and exhaustion with suggestions on how to stand proud against efforts to wipe away the  LGBTQ community and other minority groups' existence. They also discuss the similarities of the current U.S. regime's attack on information to that which occurred in Germany in the 1930s, and what we can do to fight it. Support the show

Send us a textAfter Daniel (Gen X) spent a week in Sin City, he and roommate Julio (Gen Z) reunite and catchup with a few Las Vegas tales, including Daniel's befriending of RuPaul's Drag Race season 17 standout Lexi Love. Their conversation takes a more serious turn, however, when they discuss the flurry of executive orders taken by the new U.S. administration. The two react to a few of the more polarizing orders and share how they plan to stand up for themselves and their fellow humans. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss the importance of keeping their eyes on the future in order to meet their goals, be open to unexpected blessings, and for the sake of their own mental health. They also discuss a variety of hot topics and recent events such as the Gaza peace treaty, Carrie Underwood performing at Trump's inauguration, Bob the Drag Queen slaying on The Traitors, the TikTok ban, and more. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) take their conversation about connections a step further as they explore how to overcome the inevitable conflicts and life changes to maintain positive relationships. They also discuss the recent death of The Vivienne from the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise, the tragedy of the LA fires, and the Queer Eye creator's comments about listening to Trump voters.Support the show

Send us a textBack from their holiday break, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) serve up season two of the pod with two new segments: Hot Topics (featuring exploding Teslas, drones, and Beyonce - oh my!) and Icon or I Can't (featuring RuPaul's Drag Race season 17). As they catch up on the last couple of weeks, they reflect on the new connections they've made, the old ones they've reestablished, and how forging connections, in general, can help change one's perspective and life. Support the show

Send us a textAs the insanity that is 2024 comes to an end, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss a few of the more extreme moments from the year including the alleged actions recently taken by Luigi Mangione against the UnitedHealthcare CEO and what the implications may be in the New Year. They also talk about their personal experiences and successes in 2024, their goals for 2025, and also their hopes for the LGBTQ+ community in the coming year. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are preparing for the holiday season, but it's not always fun and mistletoe when you're LGBTQ+. They discuss the challenges that many gay people face during Christmas and ways we can combat the seasonal depression and protect our mental health. On a lighter note, as they prepare to decorate their Christmas tree, they've compiled a list of things you can say not only while trimming the tree but also in the bedroom. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss their recent viewing of the phenomenal and extremely queer Wicked movie, as well as reflect on the Thanksgiving holiday. They talk about what they're thankful for, as well as the power of gratitude and how to practice it on a daily basis. Support the show

Send us a textIn honor of Julio's (Gen Z) 26th birthday, his roommate and co-host Daniel (Gen X) is getting him to spill the tea with 26 thought-provoking and amusing questions. We're covering Julio's most embarrassing moment, funniest childhood memory, biggest pet peeve, and so much more. Here's your chance to get into the mind of an elusive and complex Gen Z'er! Support the show

Send us a textHours after the 2024 election was called in favor of Trump/Vance, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) sit down for the first time to talk about their reactions. As they sort through their feelings of exhaustion, anger and depression, they discuss what went wrong with the Harris/Walz campaign, why so many people are now afraid of the upcoming Presidential term, and how the LGBT community can move forward. They also discuss some important and historic Democratic wins and the strong need for more. Support the show

Send us a textA conversation regarding Shawn Mendes' recent vulnerable statement about figuring out his sexuality sparks a discussion between gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) about bravery. They discuss the courage often required to simply be part of the LGBT community, famous gay individuals who took bold stands for the betterment of their peers, and ways anyone can nurture and grow their own bravery. Support the show

Send us a textFinding happiness in your everyday life isn't necessarily a gay-only issue, but many members of the LGBT community do struggle with it at some point in their lives due to societal pressures surrounding their identities. Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss their own trials and tribulations regarding happiness and the methods that they've taken to facilitate long-term and meaningful joy in their lives. Spoiler alert: happily ever after doesn't need to include a Prince Charming! Support the show

Send us a textIt's the most wonderful time of the year - gay Christmas aka Halloween! Join roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) as they discuss some of their favorite Halloween traditions while getting in the holiday mood by wearing costumes chosen by each other.  The two also explore the origins of Halloween, as well as the historical significance of the holiday to the LGBTQ+ community. Support the show

Send us a textRoommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome their first Baby Boomer guest. Austin weatherman and public address announcer for various University of Texas sports, Rich Segal, joins the podcast to share stories of navigating being gay during the very closeted 60s, finding and losing the love of his life in the 70s, surviving the AIDS crisis of the 80s, and building his chosen family in Austin in the 90s. Support the show

Send us a textForgiveness doesn't always come easy, especially when the offending party doesn't ask for it. Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) explore moments where they've offered up forgiveness in their lives and when they've withheld it. They also discuss ways to make forgiving others easier and why it's important for YOU to forgive. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates and unlikely friends Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are tackling the oft-controversial topic of gay stereotypes. From being fast walking party animals to promiscuous fem boys, which of these ring true for the hosts and which are antiquated fallacies? The roommates also discuss the negative impact of stereotypes, in general, and the power of embodying them, nonetheless. Support the show

Send us a textGrab your camo and polish those boots because this week, we're looking for a few good men. Roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are joined by their millennial friend David, who spent 20 years serving in the U.S. Army. David shares his experiences as a closeted man in the military during the "don't ask, don't tell" era, as well as the dramatic changes that took place after the repeal. Support the show

Send us a textIn honor of their 13th episode, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) open up about their fears, particularly as gay men. Although many fears are universal (fear of death is a prime example), some fears are more profoundly felt by the gay community. The two hosts have very different relationships with fear, from Julio's bold "man without fear" approach to Daniel's cautious "safety first" mindset. How do they both overcome fear as gay men to live their best, most fulfilled lives? Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) are joined by long-time friend Nate (Millennial) as they discuss a topic that's sure to raise some holy hell: religious trauma. All three former church-goers account their time being raised in Christian households and the effects it had on them and their families before, during and after their coming out experiences. They also talk about religious traumas faced by others in the queer community, as well as resources for LGBT youth currently struggling in Christian communities and LGBT adults struggling with past religious ordeals. Support the show

Send us a textGay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) tackle a topic that's regularly on the minds of the men in their community - the male body. With an extremely high percentage of gay men suffering from body image issues, including the extreme body dysmorphic disorder, the two roomies discuss the pervasiveness of the problem within the gay community and their personal experiences with it. They also talk about the causes and the potential solutions for this oft-times mentally and physically debilitating problem. Support the Show.

Send us a textAs the 2024 presidential election quickly approaches, gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) talk about the unprecedented nature of this particular election cycle, including Trump's felony counts, Biden's withdrawal, Harris's wave of fundraising dollars, and Walz's charm. But is the Democratic party's energetic vibes enough to sway Julio into voting blue without conversations about policies, particularly when the Green party's platforms are everything he wants for the country? The guys discuss voting your conscience, the impact of "wasting" a vote on someone other than the top two candidates, and the importance of keeping Trump out of office for the sake of the queer (among others) community.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss all things MEN. From their first male role models to the moments when each felt like they became a man, the two cross-generational friends share their very different experiences regarding their transitions from boyhood to manhood. They also debate the characteristics they deem to be "manly," as well as the traits that many associate with being a man but they consider to be toxic. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) welcome music agent and KOQ Agency founder Javi Simons (Gen X) onto the podcast to discuss LGBTQ representation in music. They talk about Javi's impressive client list, which ranges from LeAnn Rimes, Big Freedia, Crystal Waters, and Chaka Khan to Shea Coulee, Trixie Mattel, Jimbo, and Alyssa Edwards. Javi explains the state of the music industry today, particularly as it relates to traditionally underrepresented groups and how trailblazers like RuPaul paved the way for artists like Kim Petras and Lil Nas X to excel today. Javi also offers advice on those breaking into the industry and seeking representation. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Daniel (Gen X) and roommate Julio (Gen Z) discuss the gay excellence at the 2024 Paris Olympics, as well as few eyebrow-raising moments from the games. They also talk about the history of gay bars and what role they played in fostering a community at a time when being gay was an arrestable offense. But given the advent of the internet and our ability to virtually connect to other gay people, do gay bars even matter anymore? They debate the issue, as well as share their first gay bar experiences. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Roommates Julio (Gen Z) and Daniel (Gen X) invite their houseguest Lawrence (Millennial) to join them as their very first podcast guest! After sharing a story of their first public recognition as podcast hosts during a RuPaul's Drag Race viewing party with Miss Vanjie, the roommates discuss their love languages. Where does gift giving, acts of service, quality time, words of affirmation, and physical touch fall in each of their love arsenals? Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.As Daniel (Gen X) continues to dip his toes back into the dating pool after being single for the last year, he and Julio (Gen Z) discuss some of their relationship red flags (such as avoidant behavior and failure to put grocery carts where they belong!), green flags (active listeners and timely responders to the front!), and even yellow flags (like lack of common interests and too talkative!).Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.After overcoming a broken heart and being single for a year, Daniel (Gen X) gets back on the dating apps horse and rides (figuratively) again! He and Julio (Gen Z) discuss the ups and downs of online dating, share personal stories of being catfished, and debate digital versus in-person dating. Plus Daniel shares what it was like being back on Tinder after a four-year hiatus and what the results were of his first week of online dating. Will he kiss and tell? Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.The cross-generational roommates discuss a very applicable topic: age gaps in dating. While this trend is prevalent in the gay community, it's not without its detractors. How big of an age divide is too much? How young is too young (within legal parameters)?  When does dating younger transition from a preference to a problem? Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) tackle these questions and more as they share their own age gap dating experiences. Daniel also explores his history with adult star Austin Wolf and shares his thoughts on the actor's arrest and charges. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) discuss their personal experiences with same sex dating, including the losses of love and life, and how those traumatic encounters forever changed their lives. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Gay roommates Daniel (Gen X) and Julio (Gen Z) kick off their first podcast discussing some of their gay firsts, from crushes to coming out. Support the Show.