Being out and proud is one of the most freeing and liberating experiences an LGBTQ person can experience. It can also create anxiety on how out you can be in certain situations - like work! Could you lose your job, experience discrimination, or maybe just feel like you can't be fully yourself in the work place. Author Kevin Jones shares his own experiences and his new book - Opening The Corporate Closet: Transforming Biases to Gay Advancement in Corporate America. About Kevin A native Texan, Kev...
Dec 22, 2023•47 min•Ep 256•Transcript available on Metacast Imagine sobriety coming from having more sex? Sounds crazy, right? But there are multiple pathways to becoming sober and staying sober. In his new book, Recovery From Recovery: One gay man’s journey toward sexual and emotional freedom during and after sobriety, Adam Fitzgerald shares how his journey into sobriety led him to a sexual freedom he had never experienced. About Adam Adam Fitzgerald is a writer, director, filmmaker, and content creator whose work has been recognized with an Emmy Nomina...
Dec 15, 2023•42 min•Ep 255•Transcript available on Metacast Just because you are gay and over 40 doesn't mean your sex life or your erections are dead. However, understanding your nocturnal erections, can lead to better sexual health and greater pleasure in the bedroom...at any age. CEO and Founder of Firm Tech, Dr. Elliot Justin, joins us today to talk a revolutionary product - cock ring - that is enhancing your health and sexual pleasure for many years to come...no pun intended. Save this promotional code for purchasing the product - IKnowElliot - save...
Dec 08, 2023•42 min•Ep 254•Transcript available on Metacast You're a guy over 40 and Mr. Man still is elusive. You've tried online dating, hooking-up, going to the bars, and putting yourself out there and you still are single and about ready to give up on being ready to mingle. Don't give up. Get matched. Leading LGBTQ Matchmkaker Tammy Shaklee gives great advice on how to find the caliber of man you seek that is your equal when you collaborate with a professional Matchmaker. Let the love games begin. About Tammy Tammy Shaklee is a leading LGBTQ+ Relatio...
Dec 01, 2023•44 min•Ep 253•Transcript available on Metacast Here it is guys...the holiday season. No better time to lose our minds and think we have to do everything. But what if we didn't. What if we did what we wanted to do, instead of what everyone else expects from us this holiday season? It might just be manageable. Here's my holiday sanity thoughts for you. Happy Holiday Season! Join Our Live 40 Plus Gay Men, Gay Talk Chats The third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Pacific, we gather together on a zoom chat to talk about the stuff us gay gays are...
Nov 24, 2023•9 min•Ep 252•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever found yourself wishing you could make yourself a priority instead of making everyone else the focus of your life. Or maybe you just can't find the way to give yourself unconditional love. Today's guest, Warren Augustin, has found the pathway to both these things so that he could transform his life and let go of sacrificing himself and feeling hopeless. Learn his 4-Step Process find himself and giving himself the love he deserves. About Warren Warren August lives his life as a highl...
Nov 17, 2023•39 min•Ep 251•Transcript available on Metacast You come into your gay life and for some, being a parent is dream. Or maybe you have kids from a previous heterosexual relationship and then your gay life brings a whole new dimension to the situation. Regardless, parenting is a joy and work but what you might not be prepared for is the maturing that you have to go through when the next becomes empty. My dear friend Dr. Elliott Kronenfeld joins me today for a candid conversation about doing empty nesting from the inside out and outside in. About...
Nov 10, 2023•49 min•Ep 250•Transcript available on Metacast Imagine growing up in poverty and the only thing you really had in common with your Dad was that you were drinking buddies! Now imagine you stepped beyond that chaotic past, the repression of it all, and found a group of people - the queer community - who gave you the power to accept yourself. That's where you released the resentment, discovered gratitude and humility. Tate Barkley, shares his story and his new book Sunday Dinners, Moonshine, and Men. About Tate Tate Barkley is a speaker, author...
Nov 03, 2023•47 min•Ep 249•Transcript available on Metacast Gay men hide many secrets. It's what we've been trained to do...hide, hide, hide. Yet, this practice becomes harmful the more we do it. It's time to stop the hiding and have a candid conversation about Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse. In his novel, "Nothing Can Tear Us Apart - Shattered," Wyatt confronts head on this epidemic that is prevalent in the LGBTQ+ community and rarely talked about...until today. About Wyatt Wyatt is the author of the groundbreaking “Nothing Can Tear Us Apart” (ethn...
Oct 27, 2023•36 min•Ep 248•Transcript available on Metacast As gay men we never grow up. Really? So what is wrong with that and wanting to live our youth as long as we can. And, what's wrong with growing older and wiser. In this candid conversation with one my listeners, Kenny Bramlett-Martin, we explore the joy of dipping back into our youth and learning to embrace and enjoy ourselves at any age as gay men. About Kenny Kenny Bramlett-Martin is a 47 year young gay man living in Austin Texas with his husband of almost 15 years, Daryl. They have two fur ba...
Oct 20, 2023•37 min•Ep 247•Transcript available on Metacast He spent most his life living based on a past that held him hostage. From being an Evangelical migrant to uncovering hist truth as a gay man, Victor Diaz shares is moving story of breaking free from religious bondage, and how be began to embrace self-love, to find peace and joy being his true self after 40+ years on the planet. About Victor Victor is a Heroic Performance Coach whose philosophy centers around embracing one's heroic self—the courageous, authentic, and empowered version of oneself....
Oct 13, 2023•35 min•Ep 246•Transcript available on Metacast It's National Coming Out Day. A time for remembrance, celebration, and allowing each and every person to come out of the closet their own way and on their on time. Let's reflect, support, and celebrate each other today. Join Our Live 40 Plus Gay Men, Gay Talk Chats The third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Pacific, we gather together on a zoom chat to talk about the stuff us gay gays aren't talking about but should - careers, finances, sex, love, health, coming out - all that stuff that we thi...
Oct 11, 2023•6 min•Ep 245•Transcript available on Metacast You're a guy over 40 and suddenly a younger gay guy calls you "Daddy!" Wait, "What?" Do you take offense, embrace it, or find a path somewhere in between. To answer that question and to navigate the world of being in the Daddy Thirst Trap, fellow gay life coach Kevin Kasir joins to bring his millennial generational perspective to my baby boomer generational perspective as a Daddy bear and see where this takes us. About Kevin Kevin focuses his coaching on topics that gay men face. He creates dail...
Oct 06, 2023•41 min•Ep 245•Transcript available on Metacast As gay men we grow up being told not to be seen, to heard, and to be understood. Taking a page, or actually a few pages from those experiences, Author and Coach Ed Wilson beautifully illustrates some of life's most poignant and challenging thoughts as a gay man in his new beautifully illustrated book "A Gay Man!" The story unfolds from birth to our elder years, inviting us to embrace the beauty of who we are - Gay Men - no fears, no excuses, no apologies. This candid conversation explore many of...
Sep 29, 2023•47 min•Ep 244•Transcript available on Metacast How do you find the soul of yourself? You let it find you, but that doesn't mean you just sit around waiting for it. Author, performer, and Shamanic practitioner, Dale Allen-Rowse takes us on his journey from working with one of the Divas of music to uncovering his passion during the pandemic so that he could dial into the soul of his truth. About Dale Dale Allen-Rowse always knew he was a creator and a storyteller. However, it wasn’t until Celine Dion hired him as an original cast member for he...
Sep 22, 2023•43 min•Ep 243•Transcript available on Metacast It's time to drop the shame around what shames us and let our KINKS fly, even if that means you want to be who you are in the boardroom. English Leather Master Matthew Bennett shares how you can be who you are in all aspects of life and not let your Kinks and Fetishes hold you back from being a powerful gay man, in and out of the bedroom. About Matthew Matthew is a coach and hypnotherapist for LGBT+ and kinky people, a lifestyle dominant and an online content creator. With a varied background in...
Sep 15, 2023•42 min•Ep 242•Transcript available on Metacast From an HIV diagnosis, to surviving narcissistic relationships, Grant Miller has found the best path through obstacles and boulders of life is simply through and around them. Sharing his insights of living his gay life to the fullest, Grant shares truths that will help you see you are not alone and you can thrive, even in the worst of times. Plus, he talks about his debut, gay science fiction book, Life-Line: Origins. About Grant Grant is a Grade 6 French Immersion Teacher and Author, living in ...
Sep 08, 2023•51 min•Ep 241•Transcript available on Metacast If you've ever felt betrayed,or traumatized in your journey as a gay man, this episode is for you. Jason (Jay) Galvez, a Betrayal Trauma Practitioner and Intrapersonal Relationship Coach guides us through powerful insights for releasing the trauma of betrayal and finding ways to be at peace. About Jason Mr. Jay is a Betrayal Trauma Practitioner and Intrapersonal Relationship Coach. He holds a Master's Degree in Education, is ministry credentialed, a certified special education teacher, an author...
Sep 01, 2023•53 min•Ep 240•Transcript available on Metacast Imagine losing yourself and finding yourself. But what you lost came and found you in the most unique way. Kendall and Corey Stulce share a unique story of Kendall finding himself and his family of origin, and how adoption and rediscovering his roots impacted his life as a gay man. About Corey and Kendall I’m Kendall Austin Stulce and was born in 1970, and immediately was adopted by the Austins. Until 2017, I knew nothing about my biological family. My partner, Corey, gave me an Ancestry.com DNA...
Aug 25, 2023•42 min•Ep 239•Transcript available on Metacast What can we learn from those that have passed on? Whether it be a pet, a family member, or even a spouses former partner, if we tune in to the essence of those who are no longer with us, we might just learn something about living life now. Author Rob Gutro shares his unique gift of hearing the messages from beyond in today's podcast. About Rob Rob Gutro is an author, paranormal investigator and medium with Inspired Ghost Tracking of Maryland. Since he was a teen, he could receive messages from g...
Aug 18, 2023•37 min•Ep 238•Transcript available on Metacast It hits. The big 4-0, and then something even worse happens and no one can quite believe how that happened to you, and when it happened to you on your 40th birthday. (You'll have to listen to the podcast and read the book to discover what). From that moment on you realize, you are on your own, that pole dancing and rock climbing aren't for you, and that you don't need the love of another to love yourself. Wiser words were never said than by today's guest, author Jonathan Lee. Explore his new boo...
Aug 11, 2023•39 min•Ep 237•Transcript available on Metacast Finding yourself, reaching deep into the essence of who you are as a gay man, is a lifelong journey. Yet, with the right tools and guidance, your journey can be enhanced, and discoveries of clarity and consciousness can be achieved, sooner rather than later. Rob Grover and Gary Logan, founders of The Journeymen Collective share how they as a couple have found a new path to living life to its fullest while guiding others in their quest using guided magic mushroom and other psilocybin experiences ...
Aug 04, 2023•40 min•Ep 236•Transcript available on Metacast You reach a point in life where you realize that you gotta be how you want to be, and do what ya gotta do. For over 30 years Bob Bolyard, a.k.a. as Amber LeMay has been providing entertainment, support, and raising money, not just for the LGBTQ+ community but in the world at large, and nothing is going to stop him/her. Join us for a fun conversation about letting yourself be yourself in the world, even as a gay guy over 40. About Amber LeMay Bob Bolyard, 67 years old, identifies as a cis gay man...
Jul 28, 2023•36 min•Ep 235•Transcript available on Metacast If you are tired of not living your dreams as a gay man, maybe you aren't activating them on a regular basis. Producer, songwriter, Founder of The Gray Rainbow Foundation, and soon to be bar owner, Michael Crawford shares his journey to living his best life as a gay man following his passion, purpose, and dreams. About Michael Producer and Songwriter Michael Coleman has been in the creative arts practically his entire life. As the Artistic Director of See Your Shadow Songwriting, Michael has bee...
Jul 21, 2023•34 min•Ep 234•Transcript available on Metacast Nothing says guilt, shame, and anxiety than being a gay man who had to hide who you are for years - regardless of how many years you've hid your truth. And, it doesn't matter what that truth is - lack of confidence, fear of coming out, trusting you can get that promotion, or even wanting to be in a monogamous relationship. Our socialized DNA can play havoc in our gay/bi/trans lives as men. Today Dr. Nick Santo - Psychotherapist - and I share our journeys to overcoming guilt, shame, anxiety, and ...
Jul 14, 2023•44 min•Ep 233•Transcript available on Metacast If you find yourself often hiding yourself, then now's the time to stop doing that. Writer, screenwriter, film producer Bill Robertson shares his journey as a gay man, and how he learned the value of never stopping being yourself. He also shares about his new book, Uncle Bill's Animal Tales: Life Lessons For Adults . About Bill Have you ever wondered why your dog or cat seems to know when you’re having a bad day? Is it something that is innately part of their DNA? Are we not seeing the signs? We...
Jul 07, 2023•41 min•Ep 232•Transcript available on Metacast From an early age he knew he was different, and that never stopped him from being who he is as a gay man. He continues to let his gay light come out of the closet while also staying very true to how he lives his life on his terms as a gay man in everything from his work to his relationship with his man. He never gave up hope. Dr. Roger Leslie shares a candid side of doing life on your terms as a gay guy over 40. About Dr. Roger Leslie Dr. Roger Leslie is an author, editor, publisher, and inspira...
Jun 30, 2023•41 min•Ep 231•Transcript available on Metacast Many gay men, navigate the inevitable question of "How do I show up at work, and as a leader, while still being true to myself as a gay man?" The answer, "Your way, on your terms!" Jim Fielding, author of ALL PRIDE, NO EGO: A Queer Executive’s Journey to Living and Leading Authentically, shares his dynamic career journey that has spanned senior leadership roles at top global brands including Disney, DreamWorks, and Twentieth Century Fox. He recounts his journey from conservative Midwestern roots...
Jun 23, 2023•51 min•Ep 230•Transcript available on Metacast Moving right along in PRIDE Month, we take the letter "D" in PRIDE and explore the Dignity, Dedication, and Daring it takes today and every day to stay the course as gay men in a straight man's world. Hold the course gents. We've got this as long as we are willing to stay the course and show up in the world daring all the naysayers to say we don't belong. Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you’re ...
Jun 16, 2023•8 min•Ep 229•Transcript available on Metacast We continue the PRIDE Celebration focusing on the Letter "I" in pride by exploring how to illuminate, inspire, and ignite ourselves into the world to live fully as gay men - no fears, no excuses, and no apologies. Happy pride! Make sure you show your pride by illuminating your brilliance, inspiring others to do the same, and igniting powerful change in the world. Join Our Live 40 Plus Gay Men, Gay Talk Chats The third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Pacific, we gather together on a zoom chat t...
Jun 09, 2023•9 min•Ep 228•Transcript available on Metacast 
