En este episodio, Freddy habla de su propia historia de salir del closet; una postura valiente y poco común contra las expectativas familiares y sociales que incluye dar un acto de fe por el amor joven gay en el Internet. Freddy nos comparte cómo encontró apoyo en pequeños grupos sociales gay cuando era un joven estudiante de comunicaciones, lo que…

En el episodio de hoy, Maro comparte con nosotros sus experiencias de crecer en un hogar machista en un pequeño pueblo en las afueras de la ciudad de Oaxaca. Nos cuenta sobre el proceso de vivir una vida independiente como un joven gay en Oaxaca. También demuestra su vulnerabilidad al compartir con nosotros algunas de sus experiencias de estar en a…

En el episodio de hoy, Diego nos comparta las numerosas veces que ha “salido del armario” y su resistencia general a las convenciones sociales en torno a lo gay en el Istmo de Tehuantepec. Diego también nos explica cómo se ha transformado de un joven gay con problemas en la ciudad de Oaxaca a un joven seguro de sí mismo. En general, el viaje de Die…

En el episodio de hoy Carlitos nos explica que no tiene historia de salir del closet. Sin embargo, comparte sus ideas sobre cómo aceptarse a uno mismo y cómo vivir como una persona auténtica más allá de las ideas comunes de ser gay. Carlitos también revela algunas de sus opiniones sobre la vida gay en Oaxaca, México y cómo estas opiniones han cambi…

En el episodio de hoy, Víctor comparte con nosotros cómo su traslado físico de la Ciudad de México a Oaxaca fue también un viaje de autorrealización y autoaceptación como hombre gay. Toca temas de religión y familia, así como el difícil proceso de vivir sin preocuparse por cómo lo ven los demás. Víctor también explica cómo su compromiso con una muj…

Hoy Juan Alberto comenta sobre su camino para convertirse en un hombre gay junto a su familia Istmeña. Explica cómo a pesar de ser del Istmo, un lugar reconocido desde hace mucho tiempo por su aceptación de la fluidez de género de los Muxes, sus familiares lo aceptaban menos e incluso eran hostiles hacia su propio carácter gay. Ahora como un joven …

In today's episode, El Rey Chakal, or simply Rey, joins us from his sewing workshop in Santa Cruz Amilpas. He shares with us his unique queer journey that defies some common understandings of being a queer person, including not having a coming-out story. Rey provides a critical view of how sexuality in Oaxaca is understood. And he also explores dis…

In today's episode, Edgar tells us about the challenges he faced in finding acceptance as a gay man among his religious and traditional family in Oaxaca, Mexico. Edgar also shares with us some life lessons he has learned through his relationships that have led to his positive outlook towards life. Despite his many hardships, Edgar says he is happy …

Joshua tells his story about feeling vulnerable and finding support around coming-out while growing up in an Evangelical family. Joshua's personal journey from childhood to adulthood reveals some complexities of encountering homophobia and learning about sexuality.By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

Aref and Candy share their experiences of transitioning in Oaxaca, Mexico as well as the challenges of living as non-binary. They explain the important work they are doing for Trans lives across Oaxaca in legal recognition processes. Visit their social media accounts for more information about their collective: https://www.instagram.com/oaxatrans/?…

In this episode Francisco talks to us about how there are many forms of coming out including coming out on social media and how this impacts family. Francisco also explores other topics such as media representation, being a queer youth and how some family members change stances across the years.By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

In this episode we talked to the Gangsta at their home in LA. MakeupGangsta tells us about coming-out, being empowered by makeup and navigating the various gay scenes in LA.By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

This is episode is about coming-out and Autumn's journey of realizing a transgender identity and seeking unconditional love.By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

Local queer artist Aaron Marco joins us at the EthnoLab to share their coming-out story. Aaron Marco recounts his early experiences with his same-sex feelings and desires and guides us into his artistic life. Aaron Marco demonstrates how growing up in the Inland Empire influenced his views of gender and sexuality and what are his plans for the futu…

By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

In this episode, Ash shares with us their first awkward experiences of discovering their sexual orientation. Ash mentions how the military played a key role in their coming out story. Ash also retells their perspective of being married to a man and the trials of coming to terms with their sexuality and sense of self.…

By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

By Alejandro Echeverria, Frankie Younger, Grecia Perez, Anthony R. Jerry

In this episode, Ash S shares their journey to self-acceptance that involves crossing many thresholds, including coming out as an asexual lesbian. Across this journey, Ash mentions they felt stuck between who they've thought themself to be, and the person they really are. They also talk about their interactions with a lesbian aunt and their sense o…

In today's episode, Mary (they, them) share with us their experiences of coming to terms with their bisexuality in High School. Through this journey of self-realizatioin, Mary retellls the issues of trying to find a community that can share in their weirdness. They also mention dealing with their family dynamics, including growing up alongside anot…

In today's episode, Mary (they, them) share with us their experiences of coming to terms with their bisexuality in High School. Through this journey of self-realizatioin, Mary retellls the issues of trying to find a community that can share in their weirdness. They also mention dealing with their family dynamics, including growing up alongside anot…