Join your host, I Am Wil Sylvia Gather Rainbow, for playful and profound interviews with amazing LGBTQIA+ peeps working in the field of spirituality and personal growth. Wil is a life coach, spiritual healer, and drag queen who loves getting super wu and chatting with fascinating folx about all things spiritually queer and queerly spiritual. You'll love hearing guests' spiritual path stories and gain knowledge as they share discoveries, insights and wisdom. Plus, these interviews tend to be ...
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Hosted by spiritual life coach, Julian Crosson-Hill, the Queer Spirituality Podcast is about how queer people are finding a path to the Divine that celebrates their queerness rather than merely accepting it. Each episode explores the ways that the sacred is revealed through the lives and stories of everyday queer people
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Coach Maddox, host of The Authentic Gay Man Podcast, reveals why so many gay men experience loneliness and isolation and the steps they can take, so they can create deep meaningful friendships that help them experience a profound sense of belonging and community. If you have ever felt like you were on the outside looking in, you’re not alone. It's a common theme among gay men. Maybe you are wondering what it means to be an Authentic Gay Man? Maddox engages his guests in honest and raw conver ...
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Being Ravaged by Love with Carl Siciliano
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Carl Siciliano is the Founder of the Ali Forney Center, which he built up to become the nation’s largest organization providing housing to LGBTQ youth. He is also the author of Making Room: Three Decades of Fighting for Beds, Belonging, and a Safe Place for LGBTQ Youth. In his youth, Carl spent several years living with and serving unhoused people …
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Learning from Near Death Experiences with Robert Coppes
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Robert Christophor Coppes is a scientist and retired financier, and currently is board member of International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS). He has studied Near-Death Experiences (NDE’s) for decades and has lectured on this topic in the US and Europe. He considers his new book “Impressions of Near-Death Experiences” his best book on N…
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In this solo podcast I share some reflections from my recent retreat, Awakened Hearts, and talk about some of my key takeaways and learning from the experience. Some themes I cover include: - Hiding- why so many GBTQ men (and people in general) feel the need to hide; what does that mean and what does it look like; what the negative impact of that i…
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Softening the Global Heart with Joe Weston
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Joe Weston is an international thought leader, facilitator, trainer, author, lecturer, consultant, coach, professor and—above all else—an advocate for lasting peace. With a career spanning 30+ years in the fields of conflict prevention, leadership, stress management and communication, he is a highly sought-after facilitator and has worked with grou…
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Stepping Into the Hologram (Caftan!) with Cator Sparks
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Cator Sparks is a life coach for men. All men. With a focus on queer men. Certified through CTI and the International Coaching Federation, Cator also works for EVRYMAN leading retreats and facilitating their weekly GBTQ + men's group. Before stepping into the coaching world, Cator spent 20 years in NYC where he was a writer and editor at various pu…
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In this new solo-podcast I share my thoughts on self-love and the insights I've gathered to help folks 'crack the self-love code!' I start by expressing some self-love I was experiencing when I went to record this episode (and I later share what inspired that gushing!). Next, I talk about the meaning of self-love. And then I look at the difference …
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In Relation to Power Animals (and more!) with Alyson Charles Storey
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In this episode I interview someone who inspired me to launch Queerly Beloved and has made a big impact on my spiritual path, Alyson Charles Storey. Alyson is an internationally renowned shaman, best-selling author of Animal Power and host of the Ceremony Circle podcast. Alyson went from being a national champion athlete, top rated radio host and a…
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Getting Good with Grief (and Joy!) with Moe Ari and Tiffany
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I loved being in conversation with these two amazing people! Moe Ari (they/he) is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, The Love and Connection Expert at Hinge, a TEDx Speaker, a Board Member for It Gets Better Project, a published academic writer, and a Leading Expert in Transgender Mental Health. He also identifies as Transgender. He's been f…
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Currently I have a lot of energy around a retreat I'm planning this May (Awakened Hearts - May 2-5 in Marin County) and so with retreats on my mind and my heart I chose that as the topic for this month's solo podcast. In this episode I share about me experience as the Executive Director of Easton Mountain (a LGBTQ retreat center in upstate NY) and …
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Channeling 5th Dimensional Energy with Joshua / Zintis Muiznieks
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Zintis Muiznieks is a Channeler for Orykl.com who has been channeling the Joshua energy for over 10 years. He’s a gay man with a lengthy and varied spiritual journey who, in addition to channeling, serves as an energy healer, Reiki master, and body worker. Zintis lives in the Catskill Mountains with his family where they grow much of their own food…
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Embodying the She-ness with Summer Minerva
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In this interview, I talk with Summer Minerva. Summer is an independent researcher, performer, author, filmmaker, community organizer, priestess and educator. Summer’s main purpose is to help awaken human consciousness to the sacred role of genders beyond the binary. She does this through film, performance, education, and ritual. Summer is also the…
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Ep. 26: Exploring the Distinctions Between Religion & Spirituality
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Summary In this episode, Julian explores the difference between religion and spirituality, particularly in the context of queer spirituality. He shares their personal experience of encountering a social media post that claimed religion and spirituality are the same. He discusses the dictionary definitions of religion and spirituality, highlighting …
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Solo Podcast! Hear me talk about creativity from a spiritual perspective- and share an original song on my shruti box..! There’s a story many folks tell, that you’re either born a creative person, or, you’re not. It’s a story I don’t believe. I believe creativity is our birthright– it’s just that some people choose to access it, and some people don…
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Ep. 25: Thumper Forge on the Specialness and Magic of Queerness
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Summary Thumper Forge, a Gardnerian high priest, and Discordian Episkopos discusses the intersection of queer spirituality, leather and fetish culture, and chaos magic. Thumper shares their journey of becoming who they were meant to be through 12-step recovery and exploring different spiritual traditions. They emphasize the importance of community …
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Breaking Old Paradigms with Brian Falduto
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In this inaugural episode of 2024, I interview critically hailed indie musician and Life Coach, Brian Falduto. After garnering international attention for playing “Fancy Pants” in the massive cult-classic School of Rock, Brian Falduto has overcome the challenges of child star fame, rediscovered himself, transforming into both a successful country m…
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Getting in the Mikveh with Jay Michaelson
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Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson is a writer, journalist, meditation teacher, and professor. He is the author of ten books, most recently The Secret That is Not a Secret, a collection of ten interlocking tales of mysticism, queerness, and magic. Jay’s previous book, The Heresy of Jacob Frank: From Jewish Messianism to Esoteric Myth, won the 2022 National J…
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Ep. 24: Creating Inclusion by Listening and Learning with Mawiyah Kai EL-Jamah Bomani
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About The Guest(s): Mawiyah Kai EL-Jamah Bomani is an award-winning writer, educator, and spirit woman. She is an 8th generation witch, Egun medium, and priestess of Oya in the Yoruba system of spirituality. Mawiyah is the editor-in-chief of the culture in Afrikan traditional spirituality e-zine Oya N'Soro. She is also the host of FishHeadsinRedGra…
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In this solo podcast I talk about the path of play towards awakening. I explore play and playfulness from a spiritual and personal growth lens. I get into all the amazing ways play can support us on our expansion paths- including connecting us to the essence of our souls, helping us step into creatorhood, helping us express ourselves more, helping …
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Ep. 23: Finding Queer Unity & Connection with Elhoim Leafar
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About The Guest(s): Elhoim Leafar is an urban spiritual worker from Amazonas, Venezuela. He is a tarot reader, dowser, and the author of the upcoming book "Dream Witchery." Elhoim is a former publicist and media manager. Summary: Elhoim Leafar, an urban spiritual worker from Venezuela, shares his perspective on queer spirituality and the challenges…
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Hello Authentic Gay Man Podcast fans. I come to you with a full heart. Whether you are a listener or a podcast guest, there are no words to express how deeply grateful I am for your support and participation. YOU are what has made this podcast great! Today, I am here to inform you that this is the final episode of The Authentic Gay Man Podcast. Sha…
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Grant Miller navigates aging and retirement like a seasoned pro
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This is Grant Miller’s third time to be on the podcast. As one of our biggest fans, he has a lot to say. In this episode he shares how he has gone from the glass half empty to the glass half full. Instead of fighting the aging process, he is accepting and flowing with it. He talks about his pending retirement and how he has intentionally reframed h…
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Juanita MORE! is a denizen of the limelight. For almost three decades, the laudable hostess has blitzed San Francisco with high glamour, drag irreverence, and danceable beats that have illuminated the entire city. She inspires those around her to make positive differences in their lives and communities — and doing it all with timeless elegance and …
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Ep. 22: The Transformative Power of Ritual with David Townsend
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About The Guest(s): David Townsend is a facilitator of Queer men's spiritual growth and a sacred intimate. He has more than three decades of experience as an educator and a creative practice in writing and visual arts. David believes in the transformative power of authentic ritual and emphasizes the creative and intuitive dimensions of ritual pract…
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Jim Cartwright - Agism, Gay Elderism, and Remaining Relevant
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First let me say that the topic of agism is not just for those getting older! My guest, Jim Cartwright, is a holistic life coach. Our conversation was rich with different aspects of aging. I loved that Jim pointed out that agism has nothing to do with a specific age. Young people experience agism. The big ah ha was realizing that internalized agism…
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Ep. 21: Honoring Our Ancestors and Embracing Our Power
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Summary: In this episode of the Queer Spirituality podcast, Julian Crosson-Hill discusses the significance of Halloween for the queer community. He explains that while Halloween is a time for fun and dressing up, it also has deeper spiritual aspects. In pagan circles, Halloween is celebrated as Samhain, a festival that honors ancestors and recogniz…
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Receiving Vibrational Plant & Sound Medicine with Jordi Wood
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Jordi Wood is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, medicine carrier, and an advocate for healing. Jordi has spent much of their life learning indigenous wisdom, plant medicine, and sacred music as a means of cultivating their unique curative properties and then combining these learnings to create rich musical and medicinal healing spaces. Jordi strives…
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Justin Mezetin is challenged with being gay, black, and Seventh Day Adventist
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After a lengthy silence, Justin Mezetin states that his biggest challenge in life has been trying to understand what authenticity really is and even more challenging, how to live in authenticity. He speaks of the different ways he didn’t fit in. He’s gay, black, and a Seventh Day Adventist. He says that in every space, he didn’t fit in because at l…
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Ep. 20: Embracing All That Is with Wil Fisher
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About The Guest(s): Wil Fisher is the host of the Queerly Beloved podcast and the founder of his life coaching business, Willfully Living. He has a background in applied theater and has worked as the executive director of Easton Mountain, an LGBTQ spiritual retreat center. Will offers healing and transformation work through one-on-one coaching, cla…
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Hello Beloveds! I'm back for my 2nd solo podcast, a bit of a continuation of my first solo podcast. Put together they read "Allow me to Introduce Myself" "I Am Sylvia WIl Gather Rainbow." And they serve as a way for you to get to know me a bit better. In this one, I share about myself by telling the story of my full chosen name and where each of it…
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Cator Sparks talks about dating apps, mental health, and other alternatives
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My guest, Cator Sparks, is a gay man and a dating and relationship coach. Much of his work is around online dating and how to effectively navigate the challenges while making conscious efforts to safe guard your mental health and overall wellbeing. We talk about how to deal with rejection in a healthy manner and learning to not take the downside ex…
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Ep. 19: The Power of Belonging with Darren Chittick
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About The Guest(s): Darren Chittick is the pastor of the Church Within, a progressive and inclusive spiritual community. He is also a massage therapist, retreat facilitator, and creator. Darren has a diverse spiritual background and is passionate about exploring different paths to the divine. Summary: Darren Chittick, the pastor of the Church Withi…
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Adam Jackson is the co-founder of Sacred Sons and host of Sacred Sons podcast. Sacred Sons is the world’s largest organization dedicated to modern Men’s Work. Adam holds a vision for ushering brotherhood to the forefront of our community as a means for conscious healing. Fatherhood has set Adam on a heart-opening journey of conscious parenting, com…
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Exploring Our Queer Spiritual Roles with Don Kilhefner
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The LGBTQ History Project maintains that Don Kilhefner is the most dangerous gay activist alive in America. For over 50 years, he has fought to secure civil rights for LGBTQ people. Without a doubt, the fruits of his work have changed the world. He was a founding member of the Gay Liberation Front in 1970, one of the first organizations to bring ga…
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Jon Carl Lewis: Spiritual direction as a tool for more peace in your life
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Jon Carl Lewis is a spiritual director who works with those that find themselves lacking peace or clarity when it comes to how they navigate their religion and/or spirituality. Helping his clients understand the differences between religion and spirituality and how they merge or blend together. We discussed religious wounding and the shame that can…
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Allow Me To Introduce Myself...! (1st Solo Podcast & Season 2 Premiere!)
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Welcome to the 2nd Season of Queerly Beloved! In this inaugural episode I'm releasing my first solo podcast. In the episode I share my personal story of walking the queer and spiritual path. Stories include: Almost converting to Mormonism; Losing all my friends in 8th Grade because of rumors about me being gay; Some of the books that shaped my path…
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Ep. 18: Surrendering to Mystery with Fio Gede Parma
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About The Guest(s): Fio Gede Parma is a Balinese Australian, non-binary queer mystic, initiate, witch, and award-winning author. They have taught and mentored in witchcraft and magic in five continents and have written several books on the subject. Theo is deeply committed to exploring the intersection of queerness and spirituality and believes tha…
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Wil Fisher: Opening Your Heart and Loving Yourself
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My guest, Wil Fisher, is a certified coach, founder of Wilfully Living Coaching, and host of the Queerly Beloved podcast. Wil brings such an inviting conversation about what it means to open your heart. He talks about the connection with personal power, truth, and knowing and loving yourself with compassion. If you ever feel armored up in social se…
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Ep. 17: Kristoffer Hughes on the Non-Binary Nature of Druidry
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About The Guest(s): Kristoffer Hughes is the chief of the Anglesey Druid Order, a Druid graduate of the Order of Bards, Ovates, and Druids, and an award-winning author on Celtic spirituality and Druidry. He is also a Welsh language television presenter and stand-up comedian. Summary: Kristoffer Hughes, the chief of the Anglesey Druid Order, joins h…
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Randy Woodring has an awakening to his own lack of authenticity
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My guest, Randy Woodring, shares his journey with authenticity. Becoming aware of the concept of authenticity only about 3 years ago, Randy had an awakening of how inauthentic his life had been. He made it a quest to uncover all the underlying reasons that had been standing in his way. His honesty and openness with his life-long shame is a powerful…
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Walking Through the Wizard's Gate with Cory3wing Thorell
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Cory Thorell is a seasoned Insight and Personal Development Coach, Circle Way Facilitator, and the visionary Founder of the Dream Intending Workshop. With a rich background of 40 years in show business, he honed the art of manifesting on demand, bringing miracles to life on opening night. Now, Cory shares his expertise and teaches the teachable ski…
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Ep. 16: Spirituality, Community, and Queerness with Devin Hunter
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About The Guest(s): Devin Hunter is a bestselling author and an expert in witchcraft and spirituality. He is the author of several books, including "The Witch's Book of Power," "The Witch's Book of Spirits," and "The Witch's Book of Mysteries." Devin is also the founder of the Sacred Fires tradition of witchcraft and the co-founder of the Black Ros…
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Serg Shepard shares about nude modeling and becoming a porn actor
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My guest, Serg Shepard, talks about how he has always been drawn to creativity and has a love for being in front of audiences. He danced, played instruments, posed as a nude model, and eventually found his way to the porn industry. This episode is SO unique. My takeaway is how Serg helps to dispel some of the negative biases around some of the more…
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Being Completely Gay AND Completely Spiritual with David Monticalvo
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David Monticalvo began to celebrate his gayness in his mid-30s, after experiencing an unplanned period of transition. During this process of beautiful challenge, David discovered the teachings of New Thought, which empowered him to view his journey as divine and perfect. Currently he leads the Gay Men’s Spirituality Group based out of Unity Church …
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Ep. 15: Embracing Identity & Challenging Norms with Morpheus Ravenna
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About The Guest(s): Morpheus Ravenna is a gender-fluid sorcerer, artist, and writer residing in the East Bay area of California. They are a dedicant of The Morrigan with a practice rooted in animism, folk magic, and Celtic polytheism. Morpheus is an initiate of the Anderson Fairy Tradition of witchcraft and has practiced devotional polytheism and t…
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Jonathan Lee makes an inspiring come-back after a significant break-up
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My guest, Jonathan Lee, shares his story of a relationship ending a few days before his 40th birthday. He was blind-sided when his boyfriend of two years ended their relationship during sex… WTF! He claims that the relationship wasn’t nearly as significant as the break-up. While it plunged him into a dark place that lasted for 4 months, it was the …
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Discovering A.I. Drag Avatars with Julio Alvarez
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In this interview I speak with Julio G. Alvarez, who, from Apple to Open AI, is a trusted coach & advisor to extraordinary leaders in tech. He’s the creator of ‘Out in Tech’ and host of the popular Let’s Go With Julio Podcast. Julio is a powerful coach on a mission to help high achievers change the world by changing themselves, first. We talk about…
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Ep. 14: Jack Chanek on Celebrating the Divine Within Us
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About The Guest(s): Jack Chanek is a Gardnerian Wiccan priest and the author of "Queen of All Witcheries: A Biography of the Goddess." He has been reading Tarot since he was eleven years old and has taught workshops on Tarot, Kabbalah, and Wicca. Jack is a CIS gay man and believes that spirituality and queer identity go hand in hand. Summary: Jack …
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Roger Miller shares a unique relationship with his wife and a boyfriend
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Roger Miller has been married to his wife for 41 years and has a 40 year old queer daughter. Three years ago, he came out as a gay identifying man. He and his wife have decided to maintain their marriage and he now has a boyfriend. He refers to his status as a mixed orientation marriage. My take away is how quickly Roger took ownership of who he is…
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Accessing Erotic Trance States with Court Vox
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Court Vox is a trained Sex and Intimacy Consultant and Sacred Intimate. Founder of his practice The Body Vox, he brings opportunities for his clients to learn about and embrace their bodies and the bodies of others. Court’s work breaks down the walls of shame and anxiety around intimacy and sex. Vox is a sex educator and is experienced working with…
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Ep 13: Honoring Queer Ancestors with Ben Stimpson
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About The Guest(s): Ben Stimpson is a therapist, lecturer, student, and spiritual director. He is the author of the upcoming book "Ancestral Whispers: A Guide to Building Ancestral Veneration Practices." Ben has developed courses on various topics, including ancestor veneration, the power of story, and folklore. He is passionate about helping peopl…
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