The Gay Podcast for Everyone
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsFormerly They Can't All be Betty, this is now simply: The Gay Podcast for Everyone™: the LBGTQ+ community, our families, and our allies!
In this podcast, I'll chat with people whose supportive conversations are helping to keep the closet door open, and we'll talk about how we can normalize conversations within our family dynamics.
It's possible to choose unconditional love even if you don't understand the journey. Let's talk about. Because awkward conversations are better than none at all.
Monthly podcast. New episodes the first (1st) of every month.
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30. Steve Silverman, host of World Gone Good Podcast
April 01, 2024 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBSteve Silverman is the host of the World Gone Good podcast, where he talks to everyday people about how they’re making the world a little better and finding the good in it. Steve is on the podcast today to share his coming out story and his journey with his family. On this episode, Steve shares: How having a sibling who is also gay (and came out before him) created a challenge for his own coming out How he considered pretending to be straight because he didn’t want to disappoint his pa...
29. Two Gay Grandpas Travel (Grandpa Scott and Grandpa Bobby) are life (and travel) goals!
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBGrandpa Scott and Grandpa Bobby (Two Gay Grandpas Travel) did not set out to be YouTube sensations. But in December of 2023, thanks to a shout-out from a social media influencer, Scott and Bobby's YouTube travel channel took off! Their YouTube channel (Two Gay Grandpas Travel) now has 98,000 subscribers (and counting) and chronicles their many travel adventures. From hiking to cruises, the grandpas share personal, heartfelt videos in hopes of sharing their love for travel. Now, people from...
28. Charly Stoever (aka Traveler Charly) of Millionaire Unicorn podcast talks about top surgery, chosen family and personal and financial independence.
March 01, 2024 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBCharly Stoever (he/they, aka Traveler Charly, ) is a non-binary latinx money coach, speaker, and host of the Unicorn Millionaire Podcast. On a recent post on their Instagram, Charly wrote about everything they wish they had known before getting top surgery and aligning with their true self. The post was honest and inspirational, and I asked them to join me for an episode to talk about it. From going to the hospital alone and not having the support of their family to carving out personal ...
27. Why a supportive family makes all the difference, with Surviving podcast host, David Keck
February 01, 2024 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBDavid's family told him these words: we cannot fully love you if we don't know all of you. Talk about unconditional love. Today's guest, David Keck (host of Surviving podcast), quite literally came out with the help of his family. Just as he was grappling with his religion and his sexuality, yet going through the motions of life (girlfriends, breakups, etc), his family sat him down and talked to him about the importance of accepting himself rather than trying to be someone he wasn't. D...
26. Solo episode: Awkward Conversations. Stronger Connections.
January 09, 2024 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.07 MBWelcome back to a new season of the podcast! Awkward Conversations. Stronger Connections. That's the vibe for this episode and this podcast season because, sometimes, good things come from uncomfortable conversations! When I came out to my family, it wasn't an easy conversation. But it definitely built a stronger connection. And, over time, it allowed us to recognize the similarities in relationships, in general. As I get older, though, I've discovered that there are more uncomfortable ...
26. Awkward Conversations. Stronger Connections.
January 09, 2024 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.07 MBWelcome back to a new season of the podcast! Awkward Conversations. Stronger Connections. That's the vibe for this episode and for this podcast season because, sometimes, good things come from uncomfortable conversations! When I came out to my family, it wasn't an easy conversation. But it definitely built a stronger connection. And, over time, it allowed us to recognize the similarities in relationships, in general. As I get older, though, I've discovered that there are more uncomforta...
25. Dr. Jen Towns, author of Our Deepest Roots: Navigating Past Trauma to Build Healthier Queer Relationships
August 01, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBIn her book, Our Deepest Roots: Navigating Past Trauma to Build Healthier Queer Relationships, Dr. Jen Towns (aka Your Queer Therapist) discusses the intersection of trauma and relationships in the queer community. In this episode (season 2 finale), we chat about: how our experiences shape our sense of safety and affect how we handle situations (like holding our partners' hands in public). how our past experiences directly affect our interpersonal relationships how to acknowledge our ...
Ep. 24. Solo episode: Be PROUD of your progress. Happy Pride-365
July 01, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MBThis is a quick episode about celebrating Pride and the progress we've made in our journey. Sometimes it's easy to forget how much progress we've made and how much positive change we've designed for ourselves, but hopefully this episode serves as a reminder of all the steps it took to get to where you are today in your Pride journey. Happy Pride - 365. Mentioned in this episode: Arlan Hamilton, Holly Krivo (episode 23), Anna K. Morris (episode 22), Love Temple TX
24. Solo episode: Be PROUD of your progress. Happy Pride-365
July 01, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MBThis is a quick episode about celebrating Pride and the progress we've made in our journey. Sometimes it's easy to forget how much progress we've made and how much positive change we've designed for ourselves, but hopefully this episode serves as a reminder of all the steps it took to get to where you are today in your Pride journey. Happy Pride - 365. Mentioned in this episode: Arlan Hamilton, Holly Krivo (episode 23), Anna K. Morris (episode 22), Love Temple TX
23. BONUS: Is it coming out or is it just stating a fact? A conversation with LGBQ+ podcaster, Holly Krivo
June 05, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode, I chat with Holly Krivo, host of the Sober-ish Uprising podcast, about our shared experiences moving out of Austin and into new cities/neighborhoods. We're both openly gay women who have been out for many years, but we have different experiences coming out to our neighbors and new people. In our community, we often say that we come out over and over again. Once we've been out for years, though, is it still coming out? Or is it simply stating a fact? Join us for a c...
22. You Are Loved. A message of unconditional love with life coach, Anna K. Morris
June 01, 2023 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBIn today's episode, one of my favorite people joins me for a chat about unconditional love, advocating for the LGBTQ+ community, and how to find your superpower (aka just be yourself). Anna K. Morris is a life and transformation coach and LGBTQ+ ally who is using her voice to advocate for her local LGBTQ+ community. In August of 2022, her non-profit group Love Temple TX put up a billboard in Temple, Texas with a simple, but impactful message for the community -- an outline of the state of ...
21. Mini-Episode: a podcasty chat about self-publishing with author Lisa Brennan
May 03, 2023 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.3 MBPart 2 of my chat with Lisa Brennan, author of The Auditorium in My Mind: Treasuring My Transgender Child. In this mini-episode, Lisa joins me to talk about the process of writing your first book and navigating the world of self-publishing. If you're interested in writing a book, Lisa gives some great tips on self-publishing and how to stay dedicated to the page! Find Lisa's book here: The Auditorium in My Mind: Treasuring My Transgender Child at Barnes and Noble. The Auditorium in My ...
20. Lisa Brennan, author of The Auditorium in My Mind: Treasuring My Transgender Child
May 02, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn her book, The Auditorium in My Mind: Treasuring My Transgender Child, Lisa Brennan opens up about her experience of having her child come out to her as a transgender woman. She openly talks about her journey from sadness and grief to unwavering pride, and shares how it's possible to give your child unconditional support while navigating your own journey, questions, and fears. In this episode, we chat about her book, her unanticipated role as an LGBTQ+ advocate, and what it means to com...
19. BONUS: Stumbling through topics and conversations and learning as you go with guest, Lori Briones
April 18, 2023 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBIn the trailer for this podcast, I mentioned the acronym LGBTQ without the "+" at the end. I panicked about it. Was I unintentionally excluding a section of my community from the conversation? Because that wasn't my intention. Certain topics cause us to pause and ask ourselves if we said something right, or if there might be a better way to say something, overall. In this episode, my sister, Lori Briones, and I dive into how we can give ourselves the grace to fumble through conversations....
18. LGBTQ+ therapist, speaker, and mindset coach, Bhavna Raithatha
April 01, 2023 21:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBBhavna Raithatha is a therapist, a public speaker, and a personal coach. This episode discusses how the messages we get as children affect us in our adult lives. Many times, we live out the expectations of others rather than ourselves, and Bhavna reminds us of the importance of designing a life of your own. Bhavna came out later in life, after a long marriage to her husband. After coming out to him, as well as coming out to her mother, she began to cultivate the life that she wanted. Bha...
17. Mini-Episode: a podcasty chat with Nichole Abshire, co-host, Go Behind the Ballot podcast about the realities of podcasting
March 02, 2023 06:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBPart 2 of my chat with Nichole Abshire, co-host, Go Behind the Ballot podcast. In this mini-episode, Nichole Abshire joins me to talk about the process of podcasting and creating a podcast. If you're interested in podcasting or just wanna take the leap to do something creative, we hope you'll find some motivation in this episode! For podcasting blog posts, go https://angbriones.com/blog And check out Go Behind the Ballot podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.
17. Creating a podcast: a chat with Nichole Abshire, co-host, Go Behind the Ballot podcast
March 02, 2023 06:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBPart 2 of my chat with Nichole Abshire, co-host, Go Behind the Ballot podcast. In this mini-episode, Nichole Abshire joins me to talk about the process of podcasting and creating a podcast. If you're interested in podcasting or just wanna take the leap to do something creative, we hope you'll find some motivation in this episode! For podcasting blog posts, go https://angbriones.com/blog And check out Go Behind the Ballot podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.
16. How to be a supportive LGBTQ+ parent while you're still on your own journey with Nichole Abshire, co-host, Go Behind the Ballot podcast
March 01, 2023 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBNichole Abshire is a writer, an actor and co-host of the podcast Go Behind the Ballot. In today's episode, Nichole chats with me about why she decided to share her journey as an LGBTQ+ parent on her podcast, the ways in which her children have expanded her mindset, and how she found community in other LGBTQ+ parents and local organizations. You can follow Nichole at gobehindtheballot.com @gobehindtheballot on Instagram, @gobehindballot on Twitter
15. Joselyn Martin of Breast Cancer is Boring Podcast: Bachelor-ish chat and a whole lot more
February 01, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWhether you're a fan of The Bachelor or not, you're gonna want to dive into this episode! Joselyn Martin of Breast Cancer is Boring podcast joins me to talk about more than just The Bachelor, as we also dive into her POV as a nurse and how she tries to create a safe space for her LGBTQ+ patients. In part one, we chat about Becca Tilley of The Bachelor. Becca and her girlfriend, Hailey Kiyoko, recently made their relationship public and we're here to celebrate them! But why haven't we he...
Joselyn Martin of Breast Cancer is Boring Podcast: Bachelor-ish chat and a whole lot more
February 01, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWhether you're a fan of The Bachelor or not, you're gonna want to dive into this episode! Joselyn Martin of Breast Cancer is Boring podcast joins me to talk about more than just The Bachelor, as we also dive into her POV as a nurse and how she tries to create a safe space for her LGBTQ+ patients. In part one, we chat about Becca Tilley of The Bachelor. Becca and her girlfriend, Hailey Kiyoko, recently made their relationship public and we're here to celebrate them! But why haven't we he...
14. Season 2 Intro Episode: A recap of New Year's Eve
January 19, 2023 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.19 MBNew Year. New Season. Not-so-new name. Welcome (back) to The Gay Podcast for Everyone! In this episode, I share about a New Year's Eve party in my neighborhood. I posted about it on Instagram and mentioned that I would recap the "before and after" on the podcast. New neighborhood, new neighbors...new people to come out to. Topics in this episode: How do you come out to new people? Do you use the labels "girlfriend", "boyfriend", "partner"? Or do you let people figure it out via LGBTQ+...
Intro Episode (Season 2): The recap of New Year's Eve
January 19, 2023 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.2 MBNew Year. New Season. Not-so-new name. Welcome (back) to The Gay Podcast for Everyone! In this episode, I share about a New Year's Eve party in my neighborhood. I posted about it on Instagram and mentioned that I would recap the "before and after" on the podcast. New neighborhood, new neighbors...new people to come out to. Topics in this episode: How do you come out to new people? Do you use the labels "girlfriend", "boyfriend", "partner"? Or do you let people figure it out via LGBTQ+...
Trailer: The Gay Podcast for Everyone
January 18, 2023 20:00 - 55 seconds - 681 KBWelcome to the second season of They Can't All be Betty. This is the Gay Podcast for Everyone!
The Final Episode. A look back (and what's to come) with guest host, Lori Briones
September 16, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBJoined by my sister, Lori (Episode 1: Siblings and Allies), we talk about how the Betty podcast series has opened up each of our viewpoints, what's next for the podcast, and also share some exciting news! update: You're on Speaker podcast is pending. Stay tuned! Transcript available.
13. The Final Episode(?): A look back (and what's to come) with guest host, Lori Briones
September 16, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBJoined by my sister, Lori (Episode 1: Siblings and Allies), we talk about how the Betty podcast series has opened up each of our viewpoints, what's next for the podcast, and also share some exciting news! update: You're on Speaker podcast is pending. Stay tuned! Transcript available.
The Final Episode(?): A look back (and what's to come) with guest host, Lori Briones
September 16, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBJoined by my sister, Lori (Episode 1: Siblings and Allies), we talk about how the Betty podcast series has opened up each of our viewpoints, what's next for the podcast, and also share some exciting news! update: You're on Speaker podcast is pending. Stay tuned! Transcript available.
Rick Clemons, Podcast Host of Life (UN)Closeted and 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk
July 21, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBRick Clemons is a podcaster, international speaker, and a men's coming out coach who inspires gay men to live life with no excuses, no fears, no apologies. Rick was a late bloomer coming out of the closet and uses that experience to motivate and inspire audiences to break out of the closets of their lives. Follow Rick at www.rickclemons.com
12. Rick Clemons, Podcast Host of Life (UN)Closeted and 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk
July 21, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBRick Clemons is a podcaster, international speaker, and a men's coming out coach who inspires gay men to live life with no excuses, no fears, no apologies. Rick was a late bloomer coming out of the closet and uses that experience to motivate and inspire audiences to break out of the closets of their lives. Follow Rick at www.rickclemons.com
11. Deborah Miranda: Gen X Money Coach and LGBTQ mom
June 16, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBDeborah Miranda is a Seattle-based Gen X Money Coach, blogger, and LGBTQ mom. In this episode, we discuss how our Hispanic/Latino culture tends to avoid sensitive topics, such as money and sexual orientation, how she advocates for her LGBTQ child, and how to navigate the use of different pronouns when your child identifies as non-binary. Deborah can be reached across all social media platforms via @mybeebudget and at mybeebudget.com. Mentioned in this episode: Acceptance (LGBTQ Pride) C...
Deborah Miranda: Gen X Money Coach and LGBTQ mom
June 16, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBDeborah Miranda is a Seattle-based Gen X Money Coach, blogger, and LGBTQ mom. In this episode, we discuss how our Hispanic/Latino culture tends to avoid sensitive topics, such as money and sexual orientation, how she advocates for her LGBTQ child, and how to navigate the use of different pronouns when your child identifies as non-binary. Deborah can be reached across all social media platforms via @mybeebudget and at mybeebudget.com. Mentioned in this episode: Acceptance (LGBTQ Pride) C...
BONUS: Let's talk about The Bachelor (the Colton Chronicles)
May 26, 2021 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBJoin me and my co-host for this episode, Joselyn Martin of Breast Cancer is Boringpodcast. We discuss Colton Underwood's coming out and our frustration with the fact that every recent Bachelor contestant has no idea what they want. Ben Higgins... Pilot Pete... Colton Underwood...Matt James.... why were they on this show?! If you're a fan of The Bachelor, you'll love this. If you're not a fan, you'll love Joselyn's witty banter! Colton Underwood's Good Morning America (coming out) inter...
10. BONUS: Let's talk about The Bachelor (the Colton Chronicles)
May 26, 2021 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBJoin me and my co-host for this episode, Joselyn Martin of Breast Cancer is Boringpodcast. We discuss Colton Underwood's coming out and our frustration with the fact that every recent Bachelor contestant has no idea what they want. Ben Higgins... Pilot Pete... Colton Underwood...Matt James.... why were they on this show?! If you're a fan of The Bachelor, you'll love this. If you're not a fan, you'll love Joselyn's witty banter! Colton Underwood's Good Morning America (coming out) inter...
Chris Tompkins, author of Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground
April 06, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBAuthor Chris Tompkins joins me to discuss his upcoming book, Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground. We also discuss the topic of internalized homophobia, and how heteronormative language creates harmful long-lasting subconscious messages. This episode isn't just for parents. It's for everyone who has been affected by the weight of internalized messages, believes in the power of words and intention, and wants to change the conversation! Pre-or...
9. Chris Tompkins, author of Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground
April 06, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBAuthor Chris Tompkins joins me to discuss his upcoming book, Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground. We also discuss the topic of internalized homophobia, and how heteronormative language creates harmful long-lasting subconscious messages. This episode isn't just for parents. It's for everyone who has been affected by the weight of internalized messages, believes in the power of words and intention, and wants to change the conversation! Pre-or...
BONUS: Let's talk about "Jenny's Wedding"
January 29, 2021 03:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBJoined by my fellow friends and writers, this is a deep dive into the 2015 film, Jenny's Wedding, a coming out film that focuses on the parent POV. With a Rotten Tomatoes score of 25%, it didn't get a lot of love from audiences or critics, but it's one that just might deserve a second chance. This episode is for writers and film fans who love to talk about writing and film. featured guests: writers Melissa Daniels and Julio Olivera (co-host of The Contrarians podcast) wearethecontraria...
8. BONUS: Let's talk about "Jenny's Wedding"
January 29, 2021 03:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBJoined by my fellow friends and writers, this is a deep dive into the 2015 film, Jenny's Wedding, a coming out film that focuses on the parent POV. With a Rotten Tomatoes score of 25%, it didn't get a lot of love from audiences or critics, but it's one that just might deserve a second chance. This episode is for writers and film fans who love to talk about writing and film. featured guests: writers Melissa Daniels and Julio Olivera (co-host of The Contrarians podcast) wearethecontraria...
Quick check-in, and thoughts on stereotypes, labels, and Selena
December 24, 2020 02:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBA quick check-in episode, including thoughts on making judgments based on stereotypes and assumptions. Mentioned in this episode: Simple Habits by Matt D'Avella So Money Podcast/ Farnoosh Torabi Go-to Gals Podcast/ Jaclyn Mellone
7. Solo Episode: Quick check-in, and thoughts on stereotypes, labels, and Selena
December 24, 2020 02:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBA quick check-in episode, including thoughts on making judgments based on stereotypes and assumptions. Mentioned in this episode: Simple Habits by Matt D'Avella So Money Podcast/ Farnoosh Torabi Go-to Gals Podcast/ Jaclyn Mellone
Solo Episode: Quick check-in, and thoughts on stereotypes, labels, and Selena
December 24, 2020 02:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBA quick check-in episode, including thoughts on making judgments based on stereotypes and assumptions. Mentioned in this episode: Simple Habits by Matt D'Avella So Money Podcast/ Farnoosh Torabi Go-to Gals Podcast/ Jaclyn Mellone
When your child comes out (and wants a coming out party)
December 04, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBMeet two parents whose 10 year-old son recently came out to them and asked for a coming out party. Still very much at the beginning of their journey, they have a lot of questions and fears, but their one constant is to always foster a space of unconditional love and support. Recorded via Zoom.
Episode 4: When your child comes out (and wants a coming out party)
December 04, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBMeet two parents whose 10 year-old son recently came out to them and asked for a coming out party. Still very much at the beginning of their journey, they have a lot of questions and fears, but their one constant is to always foster a space of unconditional love and support. Recorded via Zoom.
6. When your child comes out (and wants a coming out party)
December 04, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBMeet two parents whose 10 year-old son recently came out to them and asked for a coming out party. Still very much at the beginning of their journey, they have a lot of questions and fears, but their one constant is to always foster a space of unconditional love and support. Recorded via Zoom.
5. Family Talk
October 01, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBA conversation with family friends -- a mother and son -- who discuss how a parent's unwavering support makes all the difference in the journey. Recorded via Zoom.
Family Talk
October 01, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBA conversation with family friends -- a mother and son -- who discuss how a parent's unwavering support makes all the difference in the journey. Recorded via Zoom.
Episode 3: Family Talk
October 01, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBA conversation with family friends -- a mother and son -- who discuss how a parent's unwavering support makes all the difference in the journey. Recorded via Zoom.
4. Just a different journey
August 05, 2020 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThis episode is with a mom who has always been supportive of whoever her children were and whoever they wanted to love. For her, it was simply a different, but equally beautiful journey. In spite of the open door, the conversation was still slow to evolve. Podcast recorded via Zoom.
Just a different journey
August 05, 2020 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThis episode is with a mom who has always been supportive of whoever her children were and whoever they wanted to love. For her, it was simply a different, but equally beautiful journey. In spite of the open door, the conversation was still slow to evolve. Podcast recorded via Zoom.
Episode 2: Just a different journey
August 05, 2020 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThis episode is with my friend, Louise, a mom who has always been supportive of whoever her children were and whoever they wanted to love. In this episode, she talks about how in spite of the open door, the conversation was still slow to evolve. She also shares her views that identifying as straight or gay is as simple as traveling to a different, but equally beautiful destination. Podcast recorded via Zoom.
3. Siblings and Allies: a chat with my sister, Lori Briones
June 11, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBIn the first episode of They Can't All be Betty, I chat with my biggest LGBTQ ally -- my sister, Lori. In this conversation, we'll talk about what it's like for me to be out to our family and how, gay or straight, our views about PDA -- especially around our parents -- isn't about sexual orientation, but rather about how we were raised. Recorded via Zoom.
Siblings and Allies
June 11, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBIn the first episode of They Can't All be Betty, I chat with my biggest LGBTQ ally -- my sister, Lori. In this conversation, we'll talk about what it's like for me to be out to our family and how, gay or straight, our views about PDA -- especially around our parents -- isn't about sexual orientation, but rather about how we were raised. Recorded via Zoom.