Best Rahim Thawer Podcasts (2025)

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Reimagining Mental Health for Gay, CIS and Trans Queer Men – Rahim Thawer 44:23

15d ago44:23

44:23

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Rahim Thawer (he/him)—psychotherapist, educator, and queer Muslim thought leader—joins us to unpack what sets queer men apart from our straight counterparts. From anticipating rejection in dating and navigating body image pressures, to managing our sexual health with a unique blend of hypervigilance and…

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Episode 30 – A conversation with Rahim Thawer, author of ‘The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys’ 56:38

26d ago56:38

56:38

Welcome back to the Social Work Discoveries Podcast. In Episode 30, I have the pleasure of introducing to you the wonderful social worker and writer Rahim Thawer. Rahim is a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, facilitator, and public speaker. He works as a lecturer, writer, and community organiser. Rahim loves all things mental health and is part…

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How to Embrace Queer Joy This Pride Season – Damian Pelliccione (They/Them) 44:19

14h ago44:19

44:19

What exactly is Queer Joy? How do you create it? And where can we, as gay men, unleash its power to make the biggest impact? I’m sitting down with Revry TV Co-Founder and CEO Damian Pelliccione (They/Them), who knows a thing or two about it—after all, their unapologetic Queer Joy helped land them on Goldman Sachs’ Top 100 Most Intriguing Entreprene…

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Taking PRIDE in our Mental Health – Will Dempsey 48:30

8d ago48:30

48:30

Pride season is supposed to be all glitter, joy, and celebration—but for many, it can bring up waves of anxiety, loneliness, and even depression. So how do you keep your spirit lifted when everyone else seems to be riding rainbows, and you’re just trying to stay afloat? In this powerful and heart-centered episode, we’re joined by the fabulous Will …

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What does it really mean to be Queer and Christian? – Brandan Robertson 48:02

22d ago48:02

48:02

Today the word "Christian" is polarizing. In fact for many it conjures up words like hate, nationalism, evil, fear. WOW...it should not. Then couple that word with Queer, and you might as well be burned at the stake! Let's not do that. Instead, let's invite Queer Christians to the table to embrace their love of goad and faith, and invite others who…

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The Trouble With Throuples – Jeff Hudson 40:51

29d ago40:51

40:51

Maybe you find yourself bored in your couple. Then you decide playing together with another guy could be fun...and it is. Then you decide that maybe having another guy in the middle (so to speak) on a permanent basis will make your relationship thrive (so to speak). And then it doesn't! Helping us explore this whole concept of the Throuple live, is…

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Unpacking Queer Masculinity and Mental Health with Rahim Thawer 45:41

1M ago45:41

45:41

In this episode of the Unapologaytic podcast, host Pierre speaks with Rahim Thawer, author of The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys. They delve into the complex dynamics of masculinity, body image, and internalized homophobia within the queer male community. The discussion covers the challenges faced in maintaining social status, nav…

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Navigating Breakups and Toxic Relationships as A Gay Man – Lonay Halloum 42:15

1M ago42:15

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Navigating gay relationships isn't easy, but it can be worth it. Yet, for most gay men, that 1st breakup can be a doozy and waht we often don't realized is where that pain is rooted...it's not where you think. Shedding light on how to overcome trauma, is RTT Therapy specialist, Lonay Halloum, who guides us to explore a powerful therapy technique fo…

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Why Staying In Your Hetero Marriage As A Gay Man Can Work – Wayne Scott 39:44

1M ago39:44

39:44

Relationships are messy - gay or straight! So what happens when you have that candid conversation with your spouse, letting her know that your biseuxal, but you mutually decide that for the betterment of each other, your family, and your future to have a non-monogamous open marriage? What could go wrong? What could go right? Today's guest, and debu…

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How To Make Money Your Gay Best Friend (MGBF) – David Lester 53:22

2M ago53:22

53:22

Financial uncertainty in 2025? Don’t panic—David Lester, TV money expert, coach, and author, is here to help! Known as "Your Money Gay Best Friend" (MGBF), David dishes out tough love, smart money moves, and a little fabulous flair to get your finances in check. Key lessons you'll learn: How to build a rock-solid money mindset Smart strategies for …

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Discovering The Connection to My Inner Erotic Self – Rick Clemons 21:40

2M ago21:40

21:40

Connection. We all yearn for it in different ways - personally, professionally, and erotically. Plus, connection in so many other ways. Yet what happened for me over a 4-day Connect Retreat with Court Vox - Certified Intimacy and Sex coach, was surprising, intriguing, scary, exiting, and led me places I never would have imagined - in all areas of m…

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How to step into the color of your life - Corey Powell 34:58

2M ago34:58

34:58

COVID changed everything—our priorities, our beliefs, and the way we see ourselves. For celebrity hair colorist Corey Powell, it sparked a deeper calling: to help others in the LGBTQ+ community break free from the stories holding them back. After years of coaching clients from his salon chair, Corey took the leap to become a life coach, guiding the…

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Queer Resilience: Tools for Turbulent Times with Dr. Jason Durant 42:29

3M ago42:29

42:29

In this episode of the Unapologaytic podcast, host Pierre speaks with Dr Jason Durant, author of Boy from the North Country, about their shared experiences of growing up in small communities and grappling with masculinity and acceptance as gay men. They discuss the pervasive sense of alienation amongst gay men, even in tolerant places like New York…

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The Law of Zero For Gay Men – Chad Michael Hardy 47:38

3M ago47:38

47:38

Life feeling a little too much lately? You’re not alone. But what if you could hit reset and find your calm—no matter what’s happening around you? Even if that means you relinquish your family upbringing, get ex-communicated from your church, and finally start living your truth as a gay man, as you always meant to be. Enter Chad Michael Hardy, auth…

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Safe Ways To Travel and See The Planet as a Gay Man – Lindsey Danis 43:42

3M ago43:42

43:42

We all love a good adventure, but let’s be real—traveling as a gay man isn’t just about picking a destination; it’s about finding places where you can truly feel safe, seen, and celebrated. So, where in the world can you be your fabulous, free self without worry? This week, I’m joined by LGBTQ+ travel expert & Queer Adventurers founder, who’s here …

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The Oneness Of Being Queer and Jewish – Rabbi Steve Greenberg 41:24

3M ago41:24

41:24

How do you balance faith, sexuality, and life—without losing your mind? Finding the just right path to authenticity can feel overwhelming, even chaotic. But here’s the truth: authenticity is a journey, not a destination. And living your most fulfilled life as a gay, Jewish Rabbi (or whoever you are) is exactly the path you’re meant to walk. Joining…

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Embracing the Beauty of Being Gay, Black, and HIV Positive – Jordan J. Edwards 45:24

3M ago45:24

45:24

HIV may be a lifelong journey, but it is not a death sentence. Yet, for Black gay men, that journey often comes with unique challenges—stigma, erasure, and systemic barriers that make living openly and authentically even harder. As we close out Black History Month, we sit down with Jordan J. Edwards - Deputy Director for the Normal Anomaly Initiati…

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Dear Black Gay Men – Jai The Gentleman 52:51

3M ago52:51

52:51

Black gay men don't feel safe talking about this? That includes a lot of territory. But why do they feel this way? It's because of the double margins they experience and then add to it familial socializing and you've got the perfect reason black, gay, men struggle to show themselves fully in society. Visionary leader, host and founder Dear Black Ga…

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The Art & Adventure Open Relationships – Dr. Wade Maggert 43:11

4M ago43:11

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Open relationships for gay men: a recipe for disaster or the key to thriving love? This week, we’re breaking it all down! Join me and Dr. Wade Maggert as we explore: Why monogamy might not be your vibe (and that’s okay!) How to set rules and boundaries that actually work Understanding your attachment style so you can thrive, whether you’re open, po…

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315: Sex, Science, and Solutions For Gay Men – Dr. Joshua Gonzales 36:52

4M ago36:52

36:52

Sex. Sexual Dysfunction. You're junk just ain't working right. Don't panic gay men. But get the right help. Today, Dr. Joshua R. Gonzalez, a board-certified urologist and sexual health specialist based in West Hollywood, dives deep into the world of gay mens sexual health, hormone balance, and of course the overall biggest challenge - erectile dysf…

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314: How Not To Lose Your Sanity As A Gay Man In These Crazy Times - Rick Clemons 15:23

4M ago15:23

15:23

Let's be honest. The planet is a little crazy these days, from politics to divides amongst us as humans on a wide variety of issues - including our rights being stripped away for being LGBTQ+- it is only going to get more challenging for many of us in marginalized communities. Today's podcast is for you gay men, truly for you, to help you find ways…

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313: How Disco Defined Gay Life Today – Frank DeCaro 47:58

4M ago47:58

47:58

Disco! For most gay men of a certain age - like those of you who listen to 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk - Disco represented so much of our lives then and now. It was the age of freedom, fun, pushing the "extremes" and also the age of loss due the HIV/AIDS epidemic. In his newly released book, Author Frank DeCaro, takes us on a frolicking, entertainin…

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312: Sex, Shame, Boundaries, Tech, and Porn for the Gay Man. – Brandon Simpson 44:51

4M ago44:51

44:51

Some of the deepest challenges we face as gay men, is letting go of shame around virtually everything we do. From sex and relationships, to body image and the overt need to prove ourselves in our careers. Today, along with my guest, Brandon Simpson, we cover a wide variety of topics to help you bring more joy into your life as a gay or bisexual man…

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311: Connecting Deeper with Bodily Pleasure As Gay Men – Court Vox 47:18

5M ago47:18

47:18

Sex, intimacy, and connection—beyond the labels and limits. Society teaches us, as gay men, to define sexuality by where it happens, but what if it’s really about how we connect with ourselves and other gay men? Whether it’s a hookup or a long-term partnership, intimacy and liberation are possible everywhere. It’s all about unlocking your body’s wi…

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310: Overcoming Trauma with Mindfulness – Dr. Jason Durant 42:31

5M ago42:31

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In this episode, we explore Boy From the North Country, the powerful self-help memoir by Dr. Durant. With the intensity of a car chase, Dr. Durant shares his journey from the volatile backroads of rural Northern New York to the vibrant but challenging world of gay San Francisco. Part memoir, part psychological insight, this story unpacks how trauma…

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309: Mindful Aging For Gay Man – Theresa Skaar 36:47

5M ago36:47

36:47

Mindfulness, meditation, self-mastery - all buzz, buzz, buzz worthy words these days. However, they are more then buzz words. They are are practices that as we ease out of the craziness of the holidays and 2024, can support all of us as gay men to embrace life through a new lens and settle into the daily chaos that can drive us crazy. From dating a…

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308: The Go To Relationship Guide For Gay Men – Tom Bruett 36:23

5M ago36:23

36:23

Let's be honest. Building a meaningful gay relationship doesn’t come with an instruction manual—or does it? I say it does. Enter The Go-To Relationship Guide for Gay Men by Tom Bruett, the ultimate playbook for navigating love, connection, and everything in between. Whether you’re struggling with communication, intimacy, or just figuring out how to…

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307: How Gay Camping Helps You Overcome Social Anxiety & Embracing Mistakes – Upton Rand 37:28

6M ago37:28

37:28

When life hands you lemons, you go camping, even if you didn't think you liked camping. Inspired by his journey of recovering from divorce and an abusive relationship, Author Upton Rand shares how he found peace and a path forward even when his life was at it's darkest moments. In his books, Upton blends humor with heartfelt experiences as he recou…

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306: Let’s Talk About Enhancing Pleasure for Gay Men – Dr. Israel Martinez 45:17

6M ago45:17

45:17

Sex, pleasure, gay men. How do we find the pathway to enhance our sex and pleasure while letting go of the shame of growing up gay? First and foremost we embrace that we deserve to be gay men and experience pleasure. Helping us unpack the journey to pleasure is Dr. Israel Martinez with his new book Enhancing Pleasure for Gay Men: A Clinical Guide f…

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305: Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Gay Sex Work with Respect and Understanding – Matthew Roberts 44:35

6M ago44:35

44:35

It’s time to break the stigma and reframe the narrative around gay sex workers. When we realize it is legitimate work, we create a safe space for respect, dignity, and safety for those in the industry. Today's episode with gay sex worker and legal expert - Matthew Roberts, challenges outdated taboos, promotes understanding, and showcases how he adv…

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304: Gay Man's Guide For Finding Healing and Strength in Chaotic Times – Wil Fisher 42:53

6M ago42:53

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Trauma has impacted us deeply—especially here in the U.S., where the 2024 election brought new waves of confusion and fear for us as gay men. How do we heal from these experiences? Where do we find the strength to move forward? In this episode, I’m joined by fellow life coach and podcaster Wil Fisher to explore how healing ourselves creates ripples…

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303: Confidence to embrace the master and slave within for an amazing life – Philip Poole 39:45

7M ago39:45

39:45

In life, we're all playing the role's of Master and Slave. Don't cringe. It's true! You're the master of your destiny or a slave to everyone else's expectations. You're the slave to your job, or the master of finding balance between work and life. You're the slave to your fetishes, or the master of them. Today we take a provocative dive into the cu…

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301: The Art of LGBTQ Affirming Therapy and Sex Positivity – Ann Russo 42:21

7M ago42:21

42:21

To be queer is an affirming move. Yet, it takes a lot of coming to terms with our queer selves and knowing how to hold ourselves in our highest self-esteem. Whether it is about being sex positive, owning your non-monogamy, or simply affirming your way of being the LGBTQ+ space as a Christ believer, you get to determine how to be and do you as a que…

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301: Standing Proud, Meeting The Moment – Voting For Your Life – Rick Clemons 9:31

7M ago9:31

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It's November 1st. 5 Days before the most consequential election in U.S. history in my lifetime. To be honest, I'm nervous and concerned, but I am also a believer in that whatever happens our LGBTQ+ community will rise to the occasion. It's time to walk in the footprints of all those beautiful ancestral colors of the rainbow who have marched before…

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Unapologetic Artistry: Celebrating the Male Form with Dan Swan 20:22

7M ago20:22

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In this episode of the Unapologaytic podcast, host Pierre engages with painter Dan Swan @danswanart | danswanart.com to explore his representation of the male body in art. Dan shares the aesthetic inspirations behind his work and the natural beauty and seduction of the male form. The conversation delves into societal attitudes and censorship toward…

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300: How To Love Someone Without Losing Your Mind – Todd Baratz 34:03

7M ago34:03

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Ah. The pursuit of love. We all want it, whether it is for a lifetime or point in time. Yet, as gay men we often lose our minds and ourselves in the pursuit of love with another man and then we wonder WTF! We're did I go wrong, why is this happening to me, blah, blah, blah. Here's your wake up call guys. Todd Baratz, author of, "How To Love Someone…

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299: How to move from apathy, empathy, and Into action – Darren Calhoun 42:29

7M ago42:29

42:29

It's a charged world these days. From politics to religion. Even in our own gay world. It seems that from the apps to even in person meetings, we throw shade at each other without exercising empathy and understanding. Yet what happens when you to take a second look? When we slow down and exercise empathy and understanding, rather than staying in yo…

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298: National Coming Out Day and Get Out To Vote – Rick Clemons 11:15

8M ago11:15

11:15

It's National Coming Out Day. A day we celebrate coming out and being our authentic self. Today is also a day that I am calling all gay men, LGBTQ+ individuals, and allies to come out and vote as if your rights depend on it - because they do. I'm passionate about supporting people coming out and passionate about getting out to vote and here's my ta…

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297: How to release yourself into the fantasy and reality of being a sexual being – Emma Sayle 33:32

8M ago33:32

33:32

Fact: We're all sexual beings. Fact: That doesn't mean we all approach sex and our sexual fantasies the same way. Fact: Just because you are a gay or bisexual man, doesn't mean how you do sex and own your sexuality has to fit into a societal expectation box. Instead, heed the calling from KK Homme - produced by founder Emma Sayle - and release your…

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296: Exploring the Girth Of Your Manhood – Dr. Joel Pash 36:17

8M ago36:17

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For most men, especially many gay men, the size of their penis is directly related to their confidence. Whether it be the length or girth, many gay men allow there manhood to rule their world. No judgment, just speaking the truth. If you are a guy who struggles to love your penis, in a healthy way, Dr. Joel Pash shares how girth enhancement, might …

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295: Jin DeLuong – The Naked Way To Connect – With or Without Sex 34:30

8M ago34:30

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Gay men. They are all about sex, raunchy sex, and lust. Wait, hold that thought. Not always true. Yet, many gay men find connection in sex, raunchy sex, and lust - and that's ok, if that is there way to show up in the world. Everyone has a right to be themselves in the world provided it is not hurting someone else. Even if that means frequenting ba…

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294: Unleashing the Monsters In Our Closets – Mark Julien 39:01

9M ago39:01

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As gay men, there are monsters in our closets that are frightening and the comical. For most of us the monster of coming out is one that terrifies and terrified us the most. Capturing the essence of that journey, in comic book form, Author Mark Julien joins us to share about his desires to use his creativity to help us discover the nurturing power …

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Episode 29 – From social work placement to clinical practice to realist research: A conversation with Associate Professor Jacqui Cameron 46:28

9M ago46:28

46:28

Hi Listeners, Welcome back to the Social Work Discoveries podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by none other than Associate Professor Dr Jacqui Cameron from the University of Wollongong. Jacqui is a social worker with over twenty years of experience in practice, research, evaluation, and training in a variety of settings including alcohol and drug,…

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293 – Erotic Pleasure – It’s Every Gay Man’s Right To Experience – Ayce Kyptyn 43:29

9M ago43:29

43:29

Erotic. Pleasure. Being authentically yourself as a sexual being. Some would have us shamed into oblivion for thinking that we deserve to be, being of pleasure. Not today. Joining me is today, erotic and pleasure expert - Ayce Kyptyn. Bringing his full trans masculine gay self to the conversation, Ayce shares his journey to his truth and how it bro…

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292: Craig Cullinane – Using The Body Electric to Heal From Religious Programming 46:41

9M ago46:41

46:41

Sex and religion. For many, especially gay men, and even more so for gay men who are religious leaders, the thought of erotic pleasure is a "No, no!" Really? Why is that and who made it that way? Exploring the concept that we are all erotic and spiritual beings who desire pleasure, turns the tables on this kind of archaic thinking. You can be eroti…

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291: Max Austin – We can’t be wrong and other gay truths 33:49

9M ago33:49

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Throughout history, all we have heard as gay men is that being gay is WRONG, WRONG, WRONG. Yet, we often ask ourselves, "How can we be wrong?" Debut author Max Austin, shares his insights about his life in the '90s amongst the HIV/AIDS crisis and the shame, vile bullying he experienced as a nurse, which led him to constantly ask the question that i…

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CBT Shorts: The Aftermath of Being Ghosted 41:14

9M ago41:14

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We all know how infuriating it can be when someone ghosts you after a couple of dates. It's okay to feel frustrated and deceived. But what else comes up for you in those moments? 🤔 In our latest Shorts episode, we're bringing you the key moments from the original episode so you can dive into the heart of the discussion where we explore the underlyi…

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290 – Never Let The Making of Our Gay History Be Forgotten – Erick Marcus 34:07

10M ago34:07

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Daily life is a culmination, in the moment, of all the history that has preceded our lives. For gay men, there is such a rich history of gay men and others in our LGBTQ history that have brought us to these moments. And, as gay men we need to be the flag bearers of continuing to make history for the generations to come. Joining me today is Journali…

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289: Luis Baez – Charting your course and career as a gay man 37:53

10M ago37:53

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Career, money, success, and rising above our circumstances. There's not to many gay men who have pursued these goals. But what happens when you struggle to get there? Do you give up? Telling us not to give up, Luis Baez, a kick as Sales Coach shares his story of rising out of poverty and his journey to find the career he loves and the lessons he's …

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CBT Shorts: Can’t Break My Soul - When Dating Meets Grind Culture 36:21

10M ago36:21

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In this special Shorts episode, we revisit some highlights from a previous season that dive deep into personal journeys and the challenges of dating apps. Our guest, Terence, believes that everyone is on their unique path. Yet, he struggles with feelings of resentment when judged by people with impressive job titles and comfortable bank accounts. J…

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