Podcasts about Coming out

What’s the secret to lasting friendships? How does queer community show up through the ebbs and flows of life? And what’s the REAL story behind the “YMCA” song? In the first episode of Silver Linings, The Old Gays dive into an essential part of queer life: chosen family. They discuss the vital love, support, and sense of belonging that community provides, especially during life's toughest moments. They open up about what “queer” means to them, how chosen family has impacted their lives, and how to maintain close bonds over time–including their love for each other! “We’ve come a long way, baby.” Family isn’t just what you’re born with; it’s the people who show up, shape you, and stick around. With over 300 years of combined wisdom, indulge in the raunchy reflections and personal silver linings. New episodes every other week, where the laughs are as big as the personalities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Memorial Day, the America's Founding Series honors Dr. Joseph Warren who was one of the Revolution's earliest martyrs whose legacy has faded from public memory. Before Washington commanded armies, Warren stood at the heart of Boston's resistance, rallying patriots with his words and ultimately giving his life at Bunker Hill. Join Professor Nick Giordano as he brings this forgotten hero's story to life. His passion, sacrifice, and enduring message that the liberty of “millions yet unborn” rests on courageous action. This is the story of a doctor who became a symbol of freedom and paid the ultimate price before America was even born. Episode Highlights: The untold story of Dr. Joseph Warren's rise from physician to revolutionary leader How Warren's actions set the Revolution in motion, including the midnight ride and the siege of Boston A powerful Memorial Day tribute to one of America's first fallen patriots who gave his life for liberty

Alexi Melvin joins the Lesbian Chronicles for our 300th episode!!! Alexi shares how her affinity for Gillian Anderson (aka FBI Special Agent Scully) led to her TikTok and Instagram following -- and what it's like dating in NYC! Follow Alexi on Instagram and on TikTokBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

What You Put In Is What's Coming Out

We chat with BENITO SKINNER and SCOTT KING, Exec Producers of the new Prime Video series OVERCOMPENSATING, based on Benny's real life story. We talk about how the show came together, and the powerhouse cast that's packed with gay and straight icons. There's a lotta star power here and onscreen in the show.

Barbara shares the story of embracing her gay brother after he came out later in life, highlighting her family's unconditional love. In this heartfelt interview, she reflects on why being gay should never be a reason to disown a loved one.

In this episode, I sit with Comedian, Quiz Host and Corporate Trainer, Courtney Maldo (she/her), otherwise self-described as Perth's Punk Princess of Comedy.   We recorded this episode during Melbourne International Comedy Festival, IRL, from Naarm, which was a real treat!   We discuss Courtney's next solo show Gender, Drugs and Rock and Roll, Courtney's exploration of herself before coming out, feelings of isolation in growing up in a rural area, how much can change generation to generation, theatre in highschool leading to Courtney's first fan mail, how being alive is just a phase, what “passing” means and how that is different for every trans and gender non-conforming person and that things get better: rocky starts happen but the journey is yours.  

In this episode of The Energy Upgrade, I'm inviting you behind the scenes of my signature program for a deeply transformative exploration of energetic sovereignty and rapid spiritual growth. Together, we'll uncover what it truly means to ground yourself, protect your energy, and step into your higher purpose—especially as the world accelerates and calls us into a new level of leadership and embodiment. Inside this episode, you'll hear about: Rapid Spiritual Ascension: Why spiritual growth is speeding up right now, and what that means for the challenges and gifts we're experiencing. Energetic Sovereignty: How to discern your own energy from others', protect your energetic boundaries, and become the unshakable pillar of light your community needs. Power of Water & Grounding: Simple yet profound practices for grounding yourself, moving emotions, and using water as a tool for emotional and energetic cleansing. Coming Out of Hiding: The importance of revealing your deeper, mystical self and aligning your business and life purposefully with your soul's mission. Tune in to this episode and find out how to work with these energies, show up as your most authentic self, and create the impact you're here to make. If you're feeling called to step into your higher frequency and connect with a community of visionary women, this episode will inspire you to bloom, ground, and lead through the season of transformation. I can't wait to share these insights with you—let's rise together! Episode Highlight “The boldest CEO move you can make is to show up as your truest self — right now — and start inviting others in. Lead with what feels like a full-body yes, and trust that it's more than enough.” - Vanessa Resources: - What is Your Hidden Archetype? Take the QUIZ here: https://vanessagrutman.coach/the-hidden-archetype-quiz Other helpful resources here for you: - Join my private Facebook group for events, challenges and content: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackerfemme- Explore my website: https://www.vanessagrutman.com/- Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa.grutman/- Join me on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vanessagrutman Disclaimer: Vanessa Grutman, IHP does not treat, cure or diagnose disease. This show doesn't offer medical advice. Always verify with your physician before undertaking a new protocol or trying a new product.

CHAPTERS:00:00Introduction and Setting the Scene03:03John's Journey of Self-Discovery06:07College Life and Relationships08:55Love and Loss: The Story of Ted12:11Reflections on Coming Out14:58Life After Antioch: Moving and New Beginnings18:05The Impact of the AIDS Epidemic21:01Family Dynamics and Acceptance23:57Final Thoughts and Reflections24:20Coming Out and Family Dynamics28:32Life in New York and the Search for Belonging32:53Embracing Identity and Personal Growth36:30The Journey of Writing a Memoir41:43Struggles with Addiction and Recovery48:55The Future: Theater Adaptation and Life LessonsTAKEAWAYS:John's journey of self-discovery began in college.He had a significant coming out moment while biking.His relationship with Ted was transformative and deeply impactful.Family acceptance played a crucial role in his life.John reflects on the challenges of navigating love and loss.The AIDS epidemic shaped his experiences and relationships.He emphasizes the importance of embracing one's identity.SUMMARY:In this engaging conversation, John Giarelli shares his personal journey of self-discovery, coming out, and navigating love and loss within the LGBTQ community. He reflects on his experiences at Antioch College, the impact of the AIDS epidemic, and the complexities of family acceptance. John discusses the lessons learned throughout his life, the importance of embracing one's identity, and the motivation behind writing his book. The conversation culminates in a heartfelt exploration of belonging and the ongoing quest for self-acceptance.BIO:John Giarelli was born in Connecticut in 1957. He received his BA from Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio in 1980 and his MA from the University of Connecticut in 1988. He taught English literature and writing for 30 years at several colleges and universities across the country. He has lived in Boston, Washington, DC, San Francisco, New York City, and Los Angeles, and has traveled extensively throughout Europe. He is done with cities and currently lives in a small town in the mountains between Los Angeles and Palm Springs. His recently published memoir, “A Gay Boomer Story,” is a roller coaster ride through the past seven decades. His story begins in the straight-laced 1950s, and runs through the tumultuous 60s, “Coming Out” in the Disco era of the 70s, moving to San Francisco in the 80s, and wandering through America's Gay ghettos in the 90s. He finally settled down with dogs and nature in the mountains, and is currently producing a theatrical adaptation of his book and taking it on the road. Contact John:    Email: jliterati@gmail.com.        Phone# 323-271-8788Contact Wilkinson: BecomingWilkinson@gmail.com

John's storytelling contest entry: "No happy endings"SummaryThis episode offers a unique twist as host John Ball shares a personal and vulnerable story he delivered in a storytelling competition. John discusses the challenges of storytelling, including balancing humour with emotion and ensuring the story's core message shines through. The episode concludes with John's triumph in the storytelling competition and an invitation for listeners to engage with future episodes and offer feedback.You can watch all the stories from that evening here: https://youtu.be/LXVlgEbR0B0?si=CNY8bmxUEa6jCtB9 and please Subscribe to the En Route Storytelling channel whilst you're thereChapters00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Content00:30 Storytelling Competition Announcement02:05 Personal Story: Coming Out Journey11:50 Reflecting on Storytelling Techniques17:30 The Story Behind the Story21:15 Feeling Rejected and Scared22:02 Deciding the Story's Purpose23:36 Journey to Acceptance and Happiness25:52 Coming Out to My Parents27:16 Facing Homophobia and Family Support29:02 Meeting Someone Special33:48 Confronting the Villain37:34 Reflecting on the Storytelling Process39:46 Conclusion and Future PlansGo to presentinfluence.com to take the Speaker Strengths Finder and discover your greatest strengths as a speaker as well as where to focus for growth. For speaking enquiries or to connect with me, you can email john@presentinfluence.com or find me on LinkedInThanks for listening, and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.

Join Authentically Us, a community and support space for late blooming lesbians! Find us at https://www.annemariezanzal.com Lotus Community Coaching is a 6-month program for women who are reevaluating their sexual identity, coming out as LGBTQIA+, and transitioning from a straight, married life to an independent life. If you're struggling and need help during this challenging time, learn what Lotus Community Coaching can offer you: https://annemariezanzal.com/lotus-community-coaching/This week on the podcast host Anne-Marie Zanzal chats with Sue Willoughby, a "No BS" life coach and Equus coach, who shares her journey of self-discovery, coming out, and the transformative power of equine-assisted coaching. Sue discusses her unique approach to helping women reconnect with themselves through the wisdom of horses, while also reflecting on her own experiences with family dynamics, relationships, and identity. Anne-Marie and Sue delve into the therapeutic benefits of horses and how they can facilitate personal growth and healing. Sue shares how horses can serve as mirrors to our emotions and personal challenges❓ What to Expect in This Episode:

Le Truand de la Semaine : il réussit presque à se faire passer pour Thomas Bangalter, mais on ne trompe pas comme ça un ex Kraftwerk Mix #1Who's Who - Dancin' machineUV & Nenor - Space loveUV & Nenor - The bumpHousepainters - I wanna sleep in your arms L'Eurowhizzzion : sans aucun doute avec ce morceau tu pouvais gagner l'Eurovision en 76Romano - Hai hai Mix #2Myd - All that glitters is not goldJimi Tenor & Freestyle Man - Schrödinger's lovePressyes - Heaven on EarthLady Wray - Be a witness L'Info de 20 H : assurément Bambii aurait préféré jouer à l'Extra Festival avec du bon matos et du pad thai au cateringDarkside - Hell suite part II Mix #3James Massiah & Shimz343 - Holland ParkMocky feat. The Koreatown Oddity - Just a little lovin' (Peanut Butter Wolf remix)Odezenne - Hey JoeDrift feat. Philippe Katerine & Benny Sings - Working on me La Fake Bouse : bonne idée de sortir une compile pour accompagner l'expo 'Disco I'm Coming Out', mais Universal aurait du nous consulter pour la tracklistHarold Melvin & The Blue Notes - The love I lost Le Morceau de FinInner Life - I'm caught up (In a one night love affair)

Alli and Melisa talk internalized homophobia and the ways it still shows up for us today. And how we were definitely the elephants in the room at a predominantly hetero event. (Note: In this episode Melisa says gay marriage was legalized on a federal level in 2016... it was actually legalized in 2015.)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

Chapters00:00Introduction and Community Life03:03John's Early Life and Struggles05:54Coming Out and Embracing Identity08:58The Journey into Ex-Gay Ministry11:48Family Dynamics and Healing15:01The Cracks in the Ex-Gay Ministry19:57Transitioning Away from Ex-Gay Beliefs25:04New Relationships and Personal Growth35:03Redefining God and Spirituality38:32Living Authentically and Embracing Life42:41Exploring Sexual Freedom and Relationships50:17The Impact of Ex-Gay Ministries56:23Supporting the Transgender Community58:01Lessons Learned and Guiding PrinciplesTAKEAWAYS:John was raised in a complicated household that impacted his emotional development.He discovered his identity as a homosexual later in life after years of confusion.John believed he was doing God's work while involved in ex-gay ministries.He struggled with intimacy in his marriage due to his sexual orientation.John's journey led him to question the beliefs he had held for years.He found freedom in accepting his identity and moving away from ex-gay beliefs.John emphasizes the importance of living authentically and being true to oneself.He is actively involved in supporting the LGBTQ community in Hot Springs.John reflects on the impact of ex-gay ministries and the harm they cause.He believes in making amends to those affected by his past actions.SUMMARY:In this conversation, John Smid shares his journey from a complicated upbringing to discovering his identity as a gay man. He discusses his experiences with ex-gay ministries, the struggles he faced with family acceptance, and his eventual transition away from those beliefs. John reflects on his current views on faith, sexuality, and the importance of community support, emphasizing the need for authenticity and personal growth.From John J. Smid:I was born in July of 1954. Throughout my life I have lived through the mantra, “How can things be better?” As I continue to ask that question, my life has gone through several quite impactful life transitions.I have been married three times. I have two children and four grandchildren from my first marriage. Each marriage was a classroom of life for me through which I grew more aware each time that being a gay man wasn't always easy to embrace.I spent over 25 years trying to suppress my natural sexuality in order to please God and my then, religious beliefs. 22 of those years I was deeply entrenched in the Evangelical ExGay movement. I was the Executive Director for Love In Action, a residential ExGay ministry and a board member for eleven of those years with Exodus International, a worldwide coalition of ExGay ministries.I resigned from Love in Action in 2008 and at that time began a search for what was really true for me and my religious beliefs. I've spent these last 17 years working to make amends whenever possible for the messages I taught and the impact they had on hundreds of people very personally. Through personal reconnections with program clients and speaking out I hope I am at least making a dent in the harm done.After 24 years in my second marriage, I finally grew the courage to answer that life question once again. For life to be better I needed to fully embrace my homosexuality and life a more authentic life.Today, I am married to my husband Larry. We spend most of our time managing our acreage in central Arkansas and our little Airbnb cabin.  We have a wonderful LGBTQ+ community here and are very active socially with our friends.Website:http://www.johnjsmid.comJohn's book: https://johnjsmid.com/exd-out-2/Contact via email: js@johnjsmid.comTo contact Wilkinson:  BecomingW

This is an episode first published in March 2024. It's one of our most popular. How do you turn your dating life into a true spiritual path that heals your heart, connects you to the deepest parts of your being, allows you to have experiences that are truly transcendent, and allows you to find real healthy love dramatically more quickly? This episode will teach you how.   Listen For: 02:16 – What “Spiritual” Really Means in the Context of Love 05:48 – The Power of “Coming Out” with Your Authentic Self 10:06 – Why We Unconsciously Sabotage Love 13:35 – The Spiritual Roots of Defensive Dating Behaviors 17:55 – The Shame Around Tenderness and Big Love 19:18 – Soft Confidence vs. Rigid Perfectionism   SUBSCRIBE TO DEEPER DATING ON APPLE PODCASTS   Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click CONNECT WITH KEN: Website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | X

Send us a textLimahl stops by the show to discuss his latest release, how taking a chance with Nick Rhodes from Duran Duran helped his band get a record deal, coming out to his Mum, and so much more. *******“The original ‘70s track has been a favorite on my 'Evening' playlist for a long time,” says UK music topliner LIMAHL about his reimagining of the classic folk/rock hit “A Horse With No Name” that is released via Christopher Music on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. “The idea to reimagine it was always ticking away in  the back of my mind.”The song was first released in 1971 in the UK (1972 in the US). The original was composed and performed by folk rock trio America and topped Billboard's Hot 100 and Easy Listening charts (it reached #3 on the UK Singles chart and was certified gold in 1972). Adapting the ‘70s musical aesthetics and injecting a bit of ‘90s electronica, Limahl's updated version of the song carries a bit of a retro-futuristic quality that feels equally at home in 2025. “The ‘90s have been enjoying a revival which prompted me to experiment with the drums/rhythms from that decade,” he explains. “Then the jerky, ‘Jupiter 8' analogue synthesizer/sequencer was added with a filtering envelope, and it became an important personality in the track.” He also toyed with the iconic non-lexical “la la” vocal and updated it, incorporating it further into the song. Absent on the ‘70s original but included in this rendition is the ‘la la' motif in the intro, the key-change on the last verse, and in the final chorus, the ‘la la's' crisscrossing the main lyric with the melody. Saying that, almost as an afterthought, a guitar from standout musician Steve Cooper was added, and it became the "icing on the cake.”The resulting track transforms the classic folk track with a mesmerizing and hypnotic synth-dominated swirl, making the song pop and click in ways that would have been unimaginable in the 1970s. The equally mesmerizing accompanying video bursts with surreal and psychedelic imagery, reflecting the song's hallucinatory spirit. Winning the hearts of millions of fans in the ‘80s as the lead singer of British band Kajagoogoo, Limahl enjoyed the instant celebrity of hitting the top of the charts with their debut single "Too Shy" (75million+ streams to date) which was followed by two more Top 20 hits "Ooh To Be Ah" and "Hang On Now" (all of which he co-wrote). Limahl struck out on his own and soon re-emerged in the charts again with his first solo single "Only For Love," That was quickly followed with the Giorgio Moroder–produced worldwide smash "Neverending Story" (151million+ streams to date)," the theme song from the hit film of the same name.Website: http://www.limahl.com/*****If you would like to contact the show about being a guest, please email us at Dauna@bettertopodcast.comUpcoming guests can be found: https://dmneedom.com/upcoming-guest Follow us on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_d.m.needom/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bettertopodcastwithdmneedomIntro and Outro music compliments of Fast Suzi©2025 Better To...Podcast with D. M. NeedomSupport the show

In this episode of the K-Pop cast, the hosts discuss the significant rise of queer visibility in K-Pop, focusing on recent coming out stories from idols like Bain (Just B) and Lara (Katseye). They explore the evolving cultural shift towards acceptance and representation of LGBTQ identities within the industry, contrasting the experiences of idols in Western countries versus their home countries & the hope for a more inclusive future for idols and fans alike.Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS:CLOSE YOUR EYES ‘To The Woods' Performance Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJqk6f4VGgY&ab_channel=CLOSEYOUREYES JENNIE, Doechii - ExtraL (Official Video) https://youtu.be/eWAdpUyzCkI?si=0ui57ORFn0kcZOzT KiiiKiii 키키 'GROUNDWORK' MV https://youtu.be/8NpCghW0Hkw?si=W-WcPYQLipcACejOChapters00:00 Intro02:21 Jennie Doechii Hit Replay08:08 Close Your Eyse Hit Replay11:19 KiiKii Hit Replay14:53 Deep Dive15:21 Bain's Coming Out and Its Impact 20:13 Queerness in K-Pop: A Broader Discussion23:55 Xlov & Exploring Gender Expression in K-Pop26:46 The Rise of Chuu and Sapphic Representation30:38 Navigating Queerness in K-Pop Idols33:58 Cultural Differences in K-Pop and Western Audiences40:22 Expectations of K-Pop Idols in Different Cultures42:03 Hope for Future Representation in K-Pop43:28 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textBefore recovery, I had no idea how many areas of my life I didn't even perceive as having a choice in. I thought, ‘This is just the way it is; this is just how life works.' But one of the greatest freedoms recovery has given me is learning that I actually do have choices, and the greatest of those freedoms is the freedom to choose what I think and believe. This week's episode 313 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about how to go from victim mentality to empowered living!In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I share how I went from feeling powerless to living an empowered life by recognizing that I have choices! I delve into the concept of victim mentality, how our internalized beliefs can limit our choices and keep us feeling trapped in destructive patterns, and ultimately, how to choose peace and intentionality over reactivity. I encourage you to start by identifying one area in your life where you've been playing the victim. Make a conscious choice today to approach that situation with intention, personal responsibility, and hope.Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/ Are you saying yes when you really want to say no? Are you putting yourself last? Perhaps you're the consummate accommodator whose people-pleasing ways are wearing you out. If so, you're a perfect fit for my 12-week private coaching program!Sign up for a free 30 minute Better Boundaries call with me at this link. https://calendly.com/barb-nangle/better-boundaries-callGETTING OUT OF VICTIM MENTALITY EPISODES:Ep #3 Victim Mentality (8 min)Ep #106 How to Overcome Victim Mentality Even If You've Been Victimized (15 min)Ep # 126 How Understanding Your Part in Things Brings You Out of Victim Mentality (15 min)Ep. #152 How to Stop Taking Things Personally and Come Out of Victim Mentality (14 min)Ep. #172 Seven Steps to Coming Out of Victim Mentality (21 min)Ep #176 What Is the Dreaded Drama Triangle and How to Get Out of It (19 min)Ep. 266 How to Stop Victimizing Yourself and Reclaim Your Power (23 min)CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletterFree boundaries resourcesFacebook

Send us a textBefore recovery, I had no idea how many areas of my life I didn't even perceive as having a choice in. I thought, ‘This is just the way it is; this is just how life works.' But one of the greatest freedoms recovery has given me is learning that I actually do have choices, and the greatest of those freedoms is the freedom to choose what I think and believe. This week's episode 313 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about how to go from victim mentality to empowered living!In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I share how I went from feeling powerless to living an empowered life by recognizing that I have choices! I delve into the concept of victim mentality, how our internalized beliefs can limit our choices and keep us feeling trapped in destructive patterns, and ultimately, how to choose peace and intentionality over reactivity. I encourage you to start by identifying one area in your life where you've been playing the victim. Make a conscious choice today to approach that situation with intention, personal responsibility, and hope.Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/ Are you saying yes when you really want to say no? Are you putting yourself last? Perhaps you're the consummate accommodator whose people-pleasing ways are wearing you out. If so, you're a perfect fit for my 12-week private coaching program!Sign up for a free 30 minute Better Boundaries call with me at this link. https://calendly.com/barb-nangle/better-boundaries-callGETTING OUT OF VICTIM MENTALITY EPISODES:Ep #3 Victim Mentality (8 min)Ep #106 How to Overcome Victim Mentality Even If You've Been Victimized (15 min)Ep # 126 How Understanding Your Part in Things Brings You Out of Victim Mentality (15 min)Ep. #152 How to Stop Taking Things Personally and Come Out of Victim Mentality (14 min)Ep. #172 Seven Steps to Coming Out of Victim Mentality (21 min)Ep #176 What Is the Dreaded Drama Triangle and How to Get Out of It (19 min)Ep. 266 How to Stop Victimizing Yourself and Reclaim Your Power (23 min)CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletterFree boundaries resourcesFacebook

Maury Plambeck (pronounced PLAM-beck) and I met when I joined the Board of Directors for Beyond Monumental, the organization behind the CNO Indianapolis Monumental Marathon.During this episode, sponsored by Previnex and BITCHSTIX, we talk about:How we metHis time in city planning (not planting!) and how it brought him to Indianapolis How his mom is 89 and still can ride a bike and walks every day Farm life growing up and learning to drive a tractor at less than 10 years old When running came into the picture after college as a stress reliever His first Indy Mini in 1990-1991 and how he ran 24 in a row! Why he always runs with pacersSigning up for his first marathon without really thinking too much about it Qualifying for Boston but not signing up on time only to requalify and run his first Boston Marathon in 2013, the year of the Boston bombingAnd his second Boston Marathon was 2018 “the horrible weather and Des Linden year”How he runs six days a week no matter what The local RUN(317) race series he does every year (prices go up 5/1)Getting involved with Back on My Feet Indianapolis THIRTEEN years agoEverything else Maury does to give back to the Indianapolis community Meeting his husband, Sam. They've been together for 38 years.Why as runners we need to volunteer and give back to the running communityHis coming out story that he and Sam recently shared with their Lutheran Church The Fox Hollow Farm documentary on Hulu (if you don't know, there was a serial killer in the early 90s in Indianapolis targeting gay men)How he got roped into some very long bike rides by a good friend 00:37 Boston Marathon and Carmel Marathon Updates02:21 Gearing Up for the Indy Mini03:42 Guest Introduction: Maury Plambeck06:17 Maury's Background and Early Life09:00 City Planning Career and Move to Indianapolis27:38 Running Journey and Mini Marathon Experiences34:05 Reflecting on Running Habits34:38 First Marathon Experience36:38 Qualifying for Boston Marathon38:01 The Boston Marathon Bombing42:54 Running in Extreme Weather48:52 Back on My Feet Organization56:40 Volunteering and Community Involvement01:01:27 A Night Out in Cheyenne01:02:02 Meeting Sam and Moving to Indianapolis01:02:34 Sam's AIDS Diagnosis and the Damian Center01:05:34 Volunteering and Community Involvement01:07:13 Sam's Resilience and Support System01:11:04 Coming Out and Family Acceptance01:15:09 Fox Hollow Farm Murders01:21:07 Biking Adventures and Future Plans01:31:40 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSponsor Details:- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Previnex⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ALLY15 for 15% off your first order- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BITCHSTIX - ALLYB for 20% off your order

Nine ist 30 und Jungfrau. Sie wollte ganz bewusst noch nie Sex, fühlt aber Druck von außen und macht sich den auch selbst. Wie wir mit dem ersten Mal umgehen können, und warum Sexualität überhaupt so ein großes Thema ist in unserer Gesellschaft.**********Ihr hört: Gesprächspartnerin: Nine, ist mit 30 bewusst Jungfrau Gesprächspartner: Richard Lemke, Professor für Methoden der empirischen Sozialforschung an der Hochschule Merseburg und Geschäftsführer der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Sexualforschung Gesprächspartnerin: Amelie Boehm, Psychologin und Sexologin in Basel Autor und Host: Przemek Żuk Redaktion: Ivy Nortey, Stefan Krombach, Lara Lorenz Produktion: Hermann Leppich**********Quellen:Scharmanski, S. & Hesseling, A. (2021). Im Fokus: Einstieg in das Sexualleben. Jugendsexualität 9. Welle. BZgA-Faktenblatt. Köln: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung.Barnett, M., Maciel, I. & Moore, J. (2021). “Coming Out” as a Virgin (or Not): The Disclosure of Virginity Status Scale. Sexuality & Culture, Vol. 25, S. 2142–2157.**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Sex ohne Partner: Wir nutzen häufiger Pornos, Sextoys und Co.Sex: Wie wichtig uns der Bodycount istUnter Druck: Wenn wir denken, beim Sex performen zu müssen**********Den Artikel zum Stück findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Meldet euch!Ihr könnt das Team von Facts & Feelings über Whatsapp erreichen.Uns interessiert: Was beschäftigt euch? Habt ihr ein Thema, über das wir unbedingt in der Sendung und im Podcast sprechen sollen?Schickt uns eine Sprachnachricht oder schreibt uns per 0160-91360852 oder an factsundfeelings@deutschlandradio.de.Wichtig: Wenn ihr diese Nummer speichert und uns eine Nachricht schickt, akzeptiert ihr unsere Regeln zum Datenschutz und bei Whatsapp die Datenschutzrichtlinien von Whatsapp.

Highlights:1) The deeper energetic Planetary Templates and Existence Templates frameworks?2) The Grids that Create Creation?3) Helping individuals access these hidden layers4) How the Christ Consciousness template operates?My guest, Georgia Jean had a “knock you to the floor” spiritual event in 2004 where she connected with The Circle of Light, a non-physical collective supporting humanity through the evolutionary shift. She spontaneously developed the ability to channel them verbally and transmit their frequencies energetically. Since then, through thousands and thousands of transmissions, they have shared one of the most comprehensive overviews of how the Matrix of reality is created. And most importantly, how we can generate radical shifts to assist both personal and collective evolution. Assisting humanity to move from a 3D to 5D reality is their specialty. Georgia and the Circle of Light are Amazon bestselling authors, and have been featured on Gaia TV. You can catch the full story of her spiritual event on the podcast “Coming Out of the Cosmic Closet” and explore the broad depth of the Circle of Light's wisdom through the new podcast Spread Your Third Eye with Mia Reitz, and through the Circle Evolution University. To learn more, go to: https://circleevolution.com/ I'm talking with Georgia Jean, a former stand-up comedian and passionate skydiver, who channels The Circle of Light. Georgia has been featured on Gaia TV. Today we're talking about "Dissolving the Maze of the Mind for Awakened Creativity."

Today on Honoring the Journey, we have a deep conversation with Mike Maeshiro, a former ministry leader at Bethel and founder of the NUMA Foundation. We discussed his extraordinary journey of leaving evangelicalism, coming to terms with his sexuality, and navigating the complexities of his faith and identity within a conservative Christian framework. Mike shared deeply personal stories about his traumatic experiences with conversion therapy, the struggle of living a double life, and the eventual liberation he found in embracing his true self. Our dialogue touched on the importance of authenticity, the misinterpretation of biblical texts surrounding homosexuality, and the hope for a more inclusive and understanding religious community. Mike's story is a testament to the courage it takes to walk away from oppressive systems and to advocate for a more loving, accepting society.Learn more about Mike on his website: www.Mikemaeshiro.com. Honoring the Journey is hosted, produced and edited by Leslie Nease and the artwork for the show is also created by Leslie Nease.Want to get updates/announcements and a FREE Deconstruction Journaling Prompt PDF? Sign up for Leslie's Monthly Newsletter! You can do that HERE.Pick up Leslie's new book, Honoring the Journey: The Deconstruction of Sister Christian here.Interested in working with Leslie as your Life/Faith Transitions Coach? Check out her website and learn more about what she offers! https://www.leslieneasecoaching.comIf you'd like to be a part of the Honoring the Journey Team as a Patreon Supporter, please check it out at this link!Would you like to leave a voicemail for Leslie? Click here!If you are looking for community as you deconstruct or just a place to go and enjoy the company of people who are seekers, learners and who are looking to connect with the Divine without religious baggage, please join the Private Facebook Community! Leslie is very passionate about connection and community, so if that sounds like you, please come join us!

This week we're revisiting a favorite, Kunno Talks All: Daddy Issues, Coming Out, Toxic Relationships, POLÉMICAS Y MAS!! Thanks to my sponsors: Find exactly what you're booking for on https://Booking.com, Booking.YEAH! So, if you're ready to level up your grooming routine, head to your local CVS and grab The Lawn Mower® 3.0 Plus Refined Kit. Your grooming game just got easier—and better—thanks to MANSCAPED® and CVS! • Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/NochedePendejadasPodcast • If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/NochedePendejadasPodcast Follow Alannized on IG Follow Alannized on TikTok Follow Alannized on Twitter  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the host of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, Angela Briones shares her story of why she started the show, her coming out story to family, and her love for Queen Beyoncé.Tune in as Kathy and Angela talk all things G-A-Y! You can even play along with Kathy's genius idea of a game "Gay or Nay" and her failed attempt at a second game that well...didn't turn out so gay. Whether you're gay, straight, or an ally - you won't want to miss it!Follow Angela @thegaypodcast_foreveryone and listen wherever you check out podcasts!Follow us on social media @womenwhosarcast and @womenwhopodcastmagazine.Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.All content © 2025 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

In this episode, I sit with YA and Children's Author and Speaker Will Kostakis (he/him).   We discuss Will's latest award-winning novel We Could Be Something, the importance of libraries for readers and writers, how to support Queer authors when you don't have the money to buy their books, Queer visibility in schools, Will coming out via his writing and empowering each other to grow and evolve!  

Our friend Robin shares her take on kissing techniques -- her story of coming into her own as a mother of three, and her life now co-parenting/"nesting" with her ex-husband. Check out Lesbian Chronicles Merch! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

In this engaging conversation, David Wichman discusses his latest book, "The Four Rooms", which explores themes of sexual freedom and wellbeing, particularly for queer men. The discussion delves into the concept of the 'Four Rooms,' a framework for understanding the queer male experience, and emphasizes the importance of curiosity over judgment in navigating personal and societal challenges. Wichman also reflects on the current political climate, the significance of community, and the role of storytelling in fostering connection and resilience among marginalized groups. The conversation concludes with Wichman sharing his plans for promoting his book and engaging with audiences.Bio : David Wichman Also known as David-SF is an award-winning author, speaker advocate for sexual freedom and a long time sex worker. Known for his raw intense passion in his online adult content  presence. David's message and his work also explores the intersections of shame, desire, and self-acceptance with fearless vulnerability. His memoir, Every Grain of Sand, earned many accolades including the 2024 American Legacy Book Award in LGBTQ+ Nonfiction, solidifying his voice within the LGBTQ+ community.With over 18 years of experience as a sex worker, David brings a deeply personal lens to his writing, sharing stories that challenge comfort zones and highlight the complexities of sexuality and healing. His latest book, The Four Rooms: An InQueery on Sexual Freedom and Well-being, invites readers to uncover the parts of themselves often silenced by shame and societal conditioning, offering a path toward deeper connection and self-acceptance.Through bold storytelling and thought-provoking insights, David opens the door to meaningful conversations about identity, intimacy, and the journey to sexual well-being. His work continues to inspire and guide those seeking to embrace their full sexual selves with curiosity and compassion.Contact David: http://www.davidsworld.mePhoto: Copyright Wilkinson/2023To contact Wilkinson:  BecomingWilkinson@gmail.com

On this episode the crew welcomes back Miss Artistic Clarice back into the fold and she came spilling tea L Boogie couldn't even believe! It was one of those free for all nights at the slumber party so the topics were bouncing from wall to wall in the best way. From the double standards of bi-sexuality for men to bitter mothers shielding their children from active dads were big hitters on the docket. “Your My Little Secret” by Xscape was in the air as the topic of DL lovers came up mixed with a little Diana Ross “I'm Coming Out”. The intuition in women and the naivety in men is one that is sure to get the men talking. So much was discussed you don't want to miss it! Have a glass of your Thursday night pleasure and tune in. Join our Girls Night in With a Shot of Testosterone!

Support our channel & Become a Partner ⇨  https://www.missiondelafe.org/   Listen on Podcast Spotify Podcast ⇨ https://spoti.fi/3RBKdq3Apple Podcast ⇨ https://apple.co/3evzCuuConnect with ushttps://www.facebook.com/delafetestimonieshttps://www.instagram.com/delafetestimonies/Connect with Mark:Website ⇨ www.exchangeministries.orgEmail ⇨ info@exchangeministries.orgToll-free phone number ⇨ 1-888-993-8658Credits:Testimony by Mark NelsonDirected by Eric Villatoro Interviewed by Eric Villatoro Edited By Joshua GayleAudio Mixed by Paul Nicholas Testimony Recorded in Orlando, FloridaDelafé Testimonies is a global evangelistic project with the mission of creating the world's largest archive of Jesus testimonies until His return. Our vision is to save souls, build community, and set people free through the testimony of Jesus.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:44 Growing Up in Church03:50 Getting Kicked Out of Church, Embracing Homosexuality08:04 Seeds of the Gospel Are Planted12:19 Attending an LGBT Affirming Church13:43 My Body Starts Shutting Down17:22 Being Diagnosed with AIDS 22:31 A Fight For My Soul Begins27:53 My Near Death Experience34:05 Waking Up from My Coma 38:57 What I Was Experiencing While I Was Under43:27 Being Completely Healed from AIDS45:23 Getting Married, Seeing God Provide, Diving into Ministry51:20 Coming Out of Homosexuality 57:32 Sharing the Gospel with the LGBTQ Community 1:01:56 Prayer1:03:56 Who is Jesus To You?1:04:27 Final WordsMan Dying of AIDS Gives His Life to JESUS After Seeing HELL

Come celebrate 5 years of Bad Queers!  We're throwing down all month long with virtual events and an in-person celebration in Chicago. Don't miss the chance to connect and toast to five years of this podcast. This week, we unpack major headlines—from the CDC's sudden shutdown of key HIV prevention initiatives to Cory Booker's record-breaking filibuster speech. Plus, a win for the LGBTQ+ community: country artist Tanner Adell comes out as pansexual at the Billboard Women in Music Awards. In our advice segment, Am I a Bad Queer?, we dig into: - Is having a “backup bae” while in a relationship ever okay? - Coming out and feeling like a queer newbie - Going back in the closet to safely explore sexuality For Bad Queer Opinions, we're talking: Why we need to celebrate positive masculine traits The hard truth: not everyone in the LGBTQ+ community is a safe space Shoutouts: Kris: Shaundel Washington-Spivey - elected first Black and LGBTQ mayor of La Crosse Wis. on Tuesday Washington-Spivey is a former elected school board member and community leader who co-founded Black Leaders Acquiring Collective Knowledge (B.L.A.C.K.), Inc., a nonprofit organization that supports La Crosse youth through various programs and initiatives. Shana: Be Steadwell - Author of Chocolate Chip City - Black women and queer people are at the center. It's got magic, hot sexy scenes, and is grounded in spirit, resistance and dreams. Imagine what DC would look like if we all stepped in our power. Coming out June 3rd - Follow on IG @besteadwell Episode Notes: 1:16 - Queer Urban Dictionary - AMAB and TINA5:12 - 5 Years of Bad Queers: Join us for in person and virtual events10:41 - HIV Prevention Offices Shut Down at CDC 13:19 - Good Trouble: Cory Booker breaks a 68-year-old Senate record with a 25-hour speech18:06 - Tanner Adell Comes Out as Pansexual 21:30 - Am I a Bad Queer? Advice Segment 36:11 - Bad Queer Opinions46:38 - ShoutoutsShare your Am I A Bad Queer? hereSupport the showWe are on Patreon!! patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast Subscribe to our Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcastSend your Am I A Bad Queer questions to us on our website at https://badqueers.com/ or at badqueers@badqueers.com Follow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokOpening song by Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsLike us? Love us? Leave a review The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.

Anna shares her coming out journey, her feelings around imposter syndrome as a newly out queer person and the life-changing news she got shortly after coming out. 

Chapters00:00Introduction and Background of Matt Nightingale02:05Understanding Identity and Early Realizations05:57Marriage and the Struggle with Sexual Orientation10:00Coming Out and the Journey of Acceptance14:01Reflections on Marriage and Family Life17:49Navigating Relationships with Children19:57Public Coming Out and Community Support22:15Coming Out and Its Impact25:02Navigating Relationships and Acceptance28:01The Evolution of Self-Acceptance29:58Finding Love During a Pandemic36:58Current Work and Spiritual JourneyIn this conversation, Matt Nightingale shares his journey of self-discovery as a gay man raised in a fundamentalist Christian environment. He discusses his early awareness of his sexual orientation, the complexities of marrying a woman while grappling with his identity, and the challenges of living a double life. Matt reflects on his experiences in reparative therapy, the impact of his coming out on his family, and the evolution of his relationships with his children and ex-wife. He emphasizes the importance of acceptance and understanding within the LGBTQ community and the Christian faith. In this conversation, Matt Nightingale shares his journey of coming out as gay, navigating the complexities of relationships, and evolving his understanding of faith and spirituality. He discusses the challenges he faced during his marriage, the acceptance he found within himself, and how he ultimately found love during the pandemic. Matt also talks about his current work in ministry and his passion for supporting others in their spiritual journeys, particularly those deconstructing conservative Christian beliefs.keywordsLGBTQ, coming out, marriage, spirituality, identity, acceptance, Christian community, advocacy, personal journey, family dynamics, coming out, LGBTQ+, self-acceptance, relationships, spirituality, ministry, love, personal growth, divorce, community supportBIOMatt Nightingale is a pastor, musician, speaker, writer, and spiritual director from San Francisco's North Bay Area. He is founder and executive director of Common Sanctuary, and co-pastor (along with his long-time best friend, Tony Gapastione) of The Quest.Matt's musical/creative exploits have included performing a solo show at the Tulsa Jazz Hall of Fame, singing the national anthem at two 49ers games and a stint with the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. His song, “Always Entertaining Me (The La-La Song)” was featured in the hit Korean drama IRIS, and his song, “Going Home” was recorded by Broadway star and Emmy winner Loretta Devine and is featured on the soundtrack of the short film “Neighbor.”For seventeen years, Matt worked as a worship pastor in the Evangelical Covenant Church, serving churches in Redwood City, CA; Houston, TX; Tulsa, OK; Seattle, WA; and Santa Rosa, CA. He is a graduate of the Spiritual Director Formation Program at The Journey Center Association and a member of Spiritual Directors International.As a gay Christian, Matt is passionate about the intersection of sexuality and spirituality, and he works to create safe, sacred spaces for people exploring these identities. His TEDx talk, “Choosing Gratitude and Hope,” with his former wife, Luanne Nightingale, tells their story of a mixed-orientation marriage, an evolving understanding of faith and sexuality, and the choice to divorce with gratitude and hope.Matt is the husband of Alejandro and the father of four adult children: Joshua, Jacob, Emily and Zachary.CONTACT:Matt's website:  http://www.mattnightingale.com. Matt is also @mattnightingale on Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram and FB.To contact Wilkinson: BecomingWilkinson@gmail.com

In this conversation, John Gordon shares his life experiences, including his journey of self-discovery as a gay man, his relationships, and the challenges he faced with fear and personal growth. He reflects on his past relationships, the impact of HIV, and how he navigated life lessons that shaped his current outlook. John emphasizes the importance of facing fears and living authentically, while also discussing his current living situation and lifestyle choices.Contact John on FB: https://www.facebook.com/john.gordon.3511Contact Wilkinson:  BecomingWilkinson@gmail.com

He was supposed to fight crime but broke every rule in the book - this is the real story of NYPD's dirtiest cop, Mike Dowd. Mike Dowd is a former New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer who became corrupt and worked for the Dominican-American Diaz criminal organisation. He was arrested in 1992 for drug distribution and served 12 years in prison.  In this conversation, Mike and Steven discuss topics such as, how Mike made $40,000 a day from police corruption, the secrets that NYPD don't want you to know, how Mike never thought he'd get caught as a cop, and how getting arrested saved Mike's life.  00:00 Intro 02:17 NY's Dirtiest Cop 03:02 How Many Crimes Did Mike Commit? 04:21 Mike Stole Someone's Porn Collection 08:48 Entering the Police Force 09:07 Did Mike Mean the Oath He Took? 09:41 Integrity Training at the Academy 11:04 We Were Always Told to Cover Our Ass 12:23 The Police Agree They Won't Snitch on Each Other 15:21 Mike Was Told to Stop Arresting People 18:21 Taxing People Instead of Arresting Them 19:52 Were Cops Given Sexual Favours? 20:53 Mike's Sergeant Encouraging Robbing Money 23:10 Did Seeing Dead Bodies Bother Mike? 27:11 Started Dealing Drugs 29:20 Biggest Heist 30:07 Were Other Cops Involved in Stealing and Dealing? 33:07 Did Mike Ever Think He Was Going to Get Caught? 33:39 Mike's Personal Life 34:23 Why Didn't You Stop? 34:31 Mike Receiving Death Threats from Another Officer 38:00 Baron Perez, the Brooklyn Middleman 38:21 Meeting La Compañía 39:42 La Compañía Boss Putting a Hit on Him 41:15 Meeting Adam Diaz 43:00 Mike Saving Adam Diaz's Money 43:44 Franklin and Coke – Local Bandits Who Robbed Dealers 45:11 Ads 46:03 Officer Venable and Feeling Guilt 48:06 How Did Mike's Guilt Manifest Physically? 50:02 Who Had You Become? 51:37 Coming Home from Rehab 53:20 How Long Were You in Rehab For? 53:51 Why Didn't You Stop If You Knew They Were Onto You? 54:44 The Year You Got Arrested 57:35 How Did It Feel When You Got Arrested? 59:56 Advice About Living an Authentic Life 01:03:21 Getting Released on Bail 01:04:43 Kidnapping Scandal to Pay Family's Bail 01:06:31 Arrested for the Second Time 01:08:12 The Day You Went to Prison 01:09:53 Ads 01:10:54 What Was Your Family Going Through? 01:12:25 First Time Mike's Mum Came to See Him in Prison 01:13:18 Mike Getting Emotional in Front of His Mum 01:14:23 Mike's Mum Tried to Keep Him Straight 01:16:38 Mike's Mother Not Showing Him Love 01:18:04 Reflections on Parents After Everything 01:20:27 Coming Out of Jail at 44 01:22:02 Being Institutionalised 01:23:12 Life After Jail 01:24:28 What Did Mike Need to Hear at 18? 01:26:57 Does Corruption Still Happen Today? 01:29:42 What Has the Universe Put You Here to Share? Follow Mike:  Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/mb66mKk82Rb  ‘Good Cop Bad Cop Podcast' - https://g2ul0.app.link/QmZosMi82Rb  Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACEpisodes  My new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACBook  You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Sign up to receive email updates about Diary Of A CEO here: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter  Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY Perfect Ted - https://www.perfectted.com with code DIARY40 for 40% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you be a gay actor, a man of faith, and a bold truth-teller in an industry that often expects you to pick one?   This week, John Corella sits down with actor and LGBTQ+ activist Danny Franzese, best known as Damian in Mean Girls. Danny shares what it was like to play an openly gay character while still closeted in real life, and how that disconnect shaped his early career. The conversation pulls back the curtain on what many actors face behind the scenes, especially when their identity challenges what the industry expects or understands.   Danny also introduces a less-talked-about influence in his journey: the Alexander Technique. For him, it wasn't just a posture tool. It became a way to find alignment, physically and emotionally. How do you carry yourself when no one's watching? Can you feel present in your own skin, even in chaos? Danny makes a case for the connection between movement, intention, and inner peace.   John and Danny also discuss the ongoing debate around representation in the media. Should gay roles be reserved for gay actors? What does authentic storytelling really require, and who gets to tell which stories?   This episode is part personal story, part thoughtful critique, and part reminder that the body, the voice, and the truth all deserve space. Danny brings depth, humor, and honesty to a conversation that speaks to anyone who's ever wondered whether they're “too much” to be fully seen.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction  04:44 Alexander Technique 10:53 Stage Performance and Authenticity 14:48 Acting and Being in the Moment 19:29 Past Danny and Future Danny 23:19 Coming Out and Mean Girls Experience 26:40 LGBTQ+ Representation in Media 29:15 Career Challenges Post-Mean Girls 32:14 Becoming an Advocate 34:07 LGBTQ+ Films and Representation 38:55 Wokeness and Diversity 41:14 Realistic Representation in Media   Links Connect with Danny Franzese: www.instagram.com/whatsupdanny www.yassjesuspod.com/   patreon.com/TheonlyDanceDadwithJohnCorella @dancedadpodcast.bsky.social Dance Dad with John Corella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dancedadwithjohncorella/ John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_corella/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Happy April Fools everyone. This is no joke. 100% of the proceeds of this week's Supporters Club signups go to Jonathan Gault. Support America's #1 track journalists and get bonus podcasts every week. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Grand Slam Track debuts in Jamaica and we start to break it down at the 44:56 mark. The TEN was full of drama on the men's side as Ishmael Kipkurui arrived with the win while Telahun Haile Bekele came back from a fall. Outdoors got underway in Australia and Yared Nuguse came out as gay. Show notes: 00:00 April Fools' Day Special: Let's Run's Wacky Offerings 00:57 Start 03:03 Banter 07:21 The TEN: Drama on men's side 19:10 Ishmael Kipkurui arrives, Bekele comes back from missing start 31:43 Maurie Plant: Gout Gout, Cam Myers 38:17 Yared Nuguse's is gay 42:52 Discussing the Challenges of Coming Out in Sports 44:56 Grand Slam Track is HERE! *Kyle Merber thread 49:21 Some big Jamaican stars competing in Florida 53:17 Excitement for the Men's 1500m and 800m Matchups 01:04:51 How will Grant Fisher do? 01:11:02 Grand Slam scoring 01:13:09 Women's 1500/8m and Loaded 200/400 Preview 01:15:36 Final Thoughts and Supporters Club Promotion Contact us: Email podcast@letsrun.com or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/ff906b46-936c-4393-88b4-527ec65418c0

Josie McSkimming on growing up with her bohemian sister, the poet Dorothy Porter, and how their lives took off on wildly diverging paths as they grew up.Sisters Dorothy and Josie Porter grew up in an interesting and sometimes volatile home on the northern beaches of Sydney in the 1970s.Together with their middle sister Mary, they lived in a world of books, a backyard menagerie of animals, and regular birdwatching excursions. Their father Chester was a well-known lawyer who was sometimes a explosive presence at home. Josie adored her charismatic big sister 'Dod', for her wicked sense of humour, her appetite for life, and her fierce talent.After the girls left home and began their adult lives, they set off on wildly different paths.Dorothy ran headlong into bohemian adventures, and became a famous poet. While Josie, to her sister's dismay, became a born-again Christian for 35 years, eventually leaving the church after questioning the doctrines enforcing women's submission.Dorothy died at just 54 years old, and decades later, Josie has written down her own version of the family story, paying tribute to the many ways her big sister shaped her life.This episode of Conversations explores family dynamics, parenting, love, grief, sisters, sisterhood, poetry, religion, indoctrination, gay conversion, coming out, lesbians, the queer community, writing, books, family history, origin stories, parenting, mothers, fathers, Lindy Chamberlain, Australian poets, modern poets, Church, bible study, leaving the church, Mona Vale.Gutsy Girls: Love, Poetry and Sisterhood is published by UQP.

Alli and Melisa discuss how to handle things when your relationship starts to get a little boring and how to push through from the lust phase to long-term love. We also put a few friends in the Hot Seat to share their celebrity crushes and a lil peak into their ultimate fantasies! 

Summary  In this conversation, Wayne Scott shares his journey through a mixed orientation marriage, detailing the challenges and transformations he and his wife faced. They navigated the complexities of identity, love, and commitment, ultimately redefining their relationship through non-monogamy. Wayne emphasizes the importance of communication, patience, and the willingness to adapt as individuals grow over time. His story serves as a testament to the possibility of creating a fulfilling partnership that honors both personal and shared desires.  Keywords  mixed orientation marriage, non-monogamy, relationships, LGBTQ+, marriage advice, communication, love story, personal growth, therapy, bisexuality, coming out, LGBTQ+  Takeaways  Mixed orientation marriages can thrive without ending in divorce.Communication is key in navigating relationship challenges.Non-monogamy can be a viable option for some couples.Patience is essential when exploring new relationship dynamics.It's important to redefine what marriage means to you.Love can persist through difficult transitions in a relationship.Couples can create their own rules for their relationship.Support from a therapist can facilitate difficult conversations.Children can adapt to their parents' non-traditional relationships.Personal growth is a continuous journey within a marriage.Sound Bites  "It doesn't always end in divorce.""A new idea turned his marriage into a love story.""Your marriage can be whatever you want it to be.""It's okay to take a couple years to figure it out.""It can be whatever you want it to be.""They chose to break the rules and norms of society."Audio Chapters  00:00 Navigating Mixed Orientation Marriages09:50 The Shift to Non-Monogamy20:01 Lessons Learned from Non-Traditional Relationships  Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com  YouTube Edition:    https://youtu.be/wHFdiTkYoYk  YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg  Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton:  https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com  Contact me:  mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.com  © 2025 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.  

Journalist and author Sonya Voumard on the rare neurological condition that has stalked her since a family tragedy during her childhood.Sonya Voumard was on the precipice of teen hood when her father suddenly and unexpectedly died.In the months following his death, Sonya developed a tremor in her right hand, not dissimilar to the shaking she sometimes noticed in her father when he was cutting the top off her boiled egg at breakfast.The tremor got worse as she got older, but working late nights as a dogged journalist, fuelled by coffee and nicotine, it almost became a badge of honour for Sonya.One day, though, a terrifying moment while driving set her off on a decades-long quest through Australia's medical system.This episode of Conversations explores disability, neurological condition, brain surgery, experimental medicine, grief, untimely death, death of a father, journalism, Port Arthur massacre, Mabo, Melbourne, substance abuse, alcohol, shaking, Parkinson's, being queer, unexplained medical anomalies, neurosurgeon, neuroscience, St Vincent's hospital, writing, books, memoir, Dystonia, essential tremor, familial tremor, MS, multiple sclerosis, medical system, medicare, public versus private patients.Tremor: a movement disorder in a disordered world is published by Finlay Lloyd.Learn more about dystonia from the Dystonia Network of Australia.

Grant Merrell, a former pastor who transitioned into suicide prevention, joins the show for an emotional and insightful episode. Grant shares his journey of self-discovery, coming out as a gay man, and the challenges he faced in the church. He also emphasizes the tremendous importance of having uncomfortable conversations about suicide, his work in connecting people to life-saving resources, and the transferable skills he's leveraged across his careers. This powerful conversation is both inspirational and deeply meaningful, shedding light on the importance of community, acceptance, and mental health.▬▬▬▬▬ Resources ▬▬▬▬▬Grant Merrell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-merrell-mdiv-5334bb15b/Hannah Beger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahberger1/LivingWorks: https://livingworks.net/The Kinsey Scale: https://kinseyinstitute.org/research/publications/kinsey-scale.phpAmerican Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://afsp.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cacklemedia/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cacklemediaX: https://x.com/CackleMediaLLCYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CackleMediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacklemedia/Support the pod when signing up for Descript / SquadCast: https://get.descript.com/transferableskill▬▬▬▬▬ Timestamps ▬▬▬▬▬00:00 Introduction and Trigger Warning00:40 Grant Merrell's Career Journey03:15 Struggles and Self-Discovery05:29 Coming Out and Personal Growth17:55 Transition to Suicide Prevention27:59 Skills and Impact in Suicide Prevention34:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Melisa and Alli discuss how some people have the optimism of a baby bird -- and address if there is a "mean girl" mentality from lesbians towards bisexuals. 

Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco speaks to Jean-Yves Leloup, the curator of ‘Disco, I’m Coming Out’. Visitors to the exhibition at Philharmonie de Paris will find out more about the music that in the 1970s dominated airwaves around the world, including, of course, in France.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this throwback episode, John and Jackie talk about "Coming Out" to your kids. They discuss the intense feelings, navigating having an intimate conversation with you children, and knowing when it is the right time to tell them. Curious about an open lifestyle with your partner?…Let's explore it together :)

After the last few weeks of mess in the news, we are bringing positive stories to your eyes and ears. We breakdown the 'Conception Begins at Erection' Bill, Amber Ruffin shares accountability in not coming out sooner and share our favorite highlights from the NAACP Image Awards. In 'Am I a Bad Queer?' we break down the essence of the 'delivered' queer person, being skeptical of your exes behaviors after you breakup and pretending to know the indie queer artists. Would you watch a WNBA Queer Reality TV show? Probably the best idea from our Bad Queer Opinions. Shoutouts:Kris: Daniel Thomas- THEE Hairstorian for his hilarious and clever content exploring past and present Black hairstyles and fashion. Follow on IG @danielfunnyashell Shana: National Gay & Lesbian Human Rights Commission: An independent human rights institution working for legal policy reforms towards equality and full inclusion of sexual and gender minorities in Kenya - Follow and support their work @nglhrckenya on IG Episode Notes: 0:49 - Queer Urban Dictionary - 50/50 Myth and Lesbian Boyfriend 3:16 - Category is: Conception Begins at Erection 7:25 - Category is: C'mon Out - Amber Ruffin coming out accountability 14:37 - Category is: NAACP Image Awards 26:17 - Am I a Bad Queer? 43:30 - Bad Queer Opinion53:07 - Shoutouts Share your Am I A Bad Queer? hereSupport the showWe are on Patreon!! patreon.com/BadQueersPodcastAffiliates we actually loveSupport Lucky Skivvies and our pod by using coupon code badqueers10 for 10% off your next purchase. Treat your butt today.Shop NowSend your Am I A Bad Queer questions to us on our website at https://badqueers.com/ Email at badqueers@badqueers.com or DM on InstagramFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokOpening song by Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsLike us? Love us? Leave a review The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast...

Alli and Melisa cover a wide variety of topics this week...-Melisa's co-parenting trip to Colorado-The internet's infatuation with Loretta Bush (the FBI agent from Netflix's Gabby Petito doc)-When/how to introduce your partner to your kids-How life feels so insecure when you're early on in your coming out journey-Late in life coming out support group in Atlanta (Melissa Lester, LCSW Coming Out Support Group)

Nicole Conn's Journey: From Filmmaker to Author with "Descending Thirds" Nicoleconnfilmsglobal.com About the Guest(s): Nicole Conn is a pioneering filmmaker with a remarkable career spanning 35 years. Known for her cult classic, "Claire of the Moon," which is celebrating its 35th-anniversary re-release, Nicole has carved a niche in the world of cinema with her lesbian-themed films. Her notable works include "Elena Undone," known for the longest on-screen kiss, "A Perfect Ending," "Little Man," and "More Beautiful for Having Been Broken." Beyond filmmaking, Nicole is the creator of "Coming Out for Love," the first-ever LGBTQ dating competition show. As a writer, she has been published by Simon & Schuster and continues to influence the narrative of women's films globally. Episode Summary: In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss welcomes the multi-talented filmmaker and author, Nicole Conn. Nicole discusses her illustrious career and her latest novel, "Descending Thirds," which has been 25 years in the making. With her extensive background in LGBTQ filmmaking, Nicole brings a passionate and insightful perspective on art and storytelling. Listeners are introduced to her diverse body of work, including pioneering films and her latest project, the LGBTQ dating show "Coming Out for Love." Nicole dives into the personal inspirations behind her filmmaking, drawing from her experiences and relationships. She shares the challenges and triumphs of creating authentic narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. The conversation also touches upon her journey in the entertainment industry, the impactful stories within her films, and her dedication to advocacy through art. A segment of the dialogue is devoted to the theme of artistic integrity versus commercial success, highlighting the enduring impact of her creative projects. Key Takeaways: Nicole Conn's groundbreaking film "Claire of the Moon" is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a re-release, continuing to inspire new generations with its narrative. "Descending Thirds," Nicole's newest novel, is a deeply personal project interlacing her love for classical music and storytelling, showcasing themes of art, family, and personal sacrifice. The groundbreaking dating show "Coming Out for Love" highlights LGBTQ representation in a reality TV context, providing diverse visibility and engaging narratives. Nicole shares her transformative personal experiences, illustrated by her documentary "Little Man," which follows her family's journey with her special needs son. Films and storytelling offer powerful means of healing and connection, as illustrated by the real-world impact of Nicole's work on various audiences. Notable Quotes: "Projects only happen when they're ready. It doesn't matter what you do." "It's one of those things that I learned about 20 years ago because I would want to do something, and then something else would happen." "I let the world show me where I was supposed to be." "Film can be so healing and so many different ways." "Every time I do a love scene, I try to do something different."

Trigger warnings, politics and culture. Hate to start the episode this way, but we are 30+ days into the Trump Administration, and it's just mess. RIP to Sam Nordquist, the violence against the Trans community needs to end. Then we review Love is Blind season 8, A'Ja Wilson's shoe line, Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Shana attends Unrivaled. In AIABQ? Shana and Kris fight to keep it together while giving advice on using lube, codependency and coming out journeys. Bad Queer opinions about sticking around for Love is Blind's incredibly small LGBTQ storyline and fighting back in politics. Shoutouts: Kris: New Disabled South - nonprofit org working to achieve liberation and justice for disabled people in the South. Follow them on IG @Newdisabledsouth Shana: Blk N Out - Black and Queer Tech Community. A collective of professionals who are unapologetically Black, out and proud @weareblknout Episode Notes: 0:49 - Queer Urban Dictionary 3:15 - Trigger Warning: Five arrested for the murder, torture of Sam Nordquist 9:05 - One Month into the Trump Administration20:55 - Culture Catch up: Super Bowl, A'Ja Wilson's shoe, Love is Blind Season 8, Cynthia Erivo hosting the Tony's, Unrivaled 46:25 - Am I a Bad Queer? 1:02:56 - Bad Queer Opinions 1:07:52 - ShoutoutsShare your Am I A Bad Queer? hereSupport the showWe are on Patreon!! patreon.com/BadQueersPodcastAffiliates we actually loveSupport Lucky Skivvies and our pod by using coupon code badqueers10 for 10% off your next purchase. Treat your butt today.Shop NowSend your Am I A Bad Queer questions to us on our website at https://badqueers.com/ Email at badqueers@badqueers.com or DM on InstagramFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokOpening song by Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsLike us? Love us? Leave a review The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast...

Today's episode is about the joys and challenges of coming out later in life.  My interview is with two women who both realized something about themselves after long term marriages and children.   My guests are Anne-Marie Zanzal and Barbara Rowlandson; they are the team from Lotus Group Coaching and they both came out later in life as lesbians.   Anne-Marie was 52 and Barb was 46 when they came out.  No, they are not a couple but work colleagues.  Anne-Marie is a graduate of Yale Divinity School, an ordained minister in the progressive United Church of Christ, a hospice chaplain, a bereavement counselor, a coming out expert, and a divorce coach.   Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-396-the-joys-and-challenges-of-coming-out-later-in-life-with-anne-marie-zanzal-barbara-rowlandson/