Coming Out Stories
Real people. Unique Stories.Coming Out Stories will take you to one the most important moments in many people’s lives. It will perch you on sofas in suburban sitting rooms, stand you in front of officials' desks, put you at the centre of a crowd in a noisy classroom, everywhere where these conversations have happened. It doesn’t even matter if you haven’t had a conversation like this yourself, or indeed ever plan to. Everyone can recognise the innate human desire to love and be loved, and that’s what these stories are about.
S5 E20 · Wed, December 11, 2024
Staying True: Kuchenga Shenjé's Journey of Identity, Resilience, and Creative Expression
How do you stay true to yourself when both society and your own family won't accept you? Kuchenga Shenje is a remarkable trans woman, writer, and journalist, who first understood her true gender identity at just three years old. Kuchenga's story is one of resilience and spiritual strength. Her childhood experiences shed light on the challenges trans folk face in a gender-normative environment and she shares the solace she found in trans representation on 90s talk shows. Kuchenga's story is a powerful testament to preserving your true self against adversity. You can follow Kuchenga on Instagram and X and do visit her website . She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E19 · Wed, October 23, 2024
How to *not* come out (and still live authentically!) Meet the YA author who has had his books banned
In this episode, meet the hugely successful author Simon James Green. Simon writes books for a YA audience that include vital representation for LGBTQ+ teens. This has led to his books being vilified and even banned. Simon talks about growing up gay in the UK in the shadow of Clause 28, a time when being true to oneself seemed nearly impossible. Simon recounts his personal journey of gradual self-revelation—a roadmap marked by subtle hints and professional expressions rather than a single defining moment. This powerful narrative underscores the importance of visible LGBTQ+ role models and challenges the often unspoken assumption of heteronormativity. We explore the myriad ways people navigate their identities, reminding us all that creating safe spaces for genuine self-expression is vital. We also discuss the ongoing challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, delving into the resurgence of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments and the book bans that Simon faces as an author. Oh, and our Emma is getting married! HUGE congratulations to her and the wonderful Siobhan! She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E18 · Wed, September 18, 2024
Dean Atta: The Challenges of Growing Up Queer
Imagine growing up wanting a Barbie doll but feeling afraid to ask for it. In this episode, award-winning author Dean Atta, shares his poignant journey of self-discovery and the courageous story of coming out at 15. Dean reveals the trials and triumphs of navigating childhood and adolescence as a queer individual, offering a heartfelt reflection on his first crush and the strength he found within himself amidst rejection and misunderstanding. Dean talks about the challenges of coming out within a mixed-race family during the 80s and 90s. We also discuss the powerful themes in his memoir, "Person Unlimited," and how cultural heritage has been a cornerstone in his journey toward self-acceptance. The conversation takes a broader look at the impact of LGBT representation in education and the ongoing fight for inclusivity. We discuss the significance of having queer-positive books in school curriculums, the importance of supportive educators, and the role of mental health practices in fostering resilience. Dean shares his personal journey to self-love, emphasizing the importance of nurturing supportive relationships and mental well-being. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E17 · Wed, August 21, 2024
Jordan Gonsalves: Growing Up LGBTQ+ in Conservative Texas
What does it mean to grow up LGBTQ+ in a conservative environment? Jordan Gonsalves is a podcaster and journalist from New York, who shares his deeply personal journey of understanding his sexuality in the conservative suburbs of Houston, Texas. Jordan's reflections on childhood bullying, societal pressures, and the early realization of being different paint a vivid picture of the struggles many LGBTQ+ individuals face during their formative years. Growing up within a devout Catholic family, the fear of being gay led to years of self-suppression, but during an internship in San Francisco, Jordan found freedom in a new city and then support from a fellow gay intern. This episode captures the raw emotions of living a double life and the ultimate release in embracing one's true self. From a transformative conversation by the San Francisco Bay to a revealing trip to India, Jordan's journey towards self-acceptance is compelling. Moreover, the episode celebrates the preservation of queer history, featuring touching stories from the "But We Loved" podcast. Hear from queer elders like Stonewall Riots participant Martin Boyce, whose experiences echo the resilience and courage of the LGBTQ+ community across generations. Join us for a heartfelt and inspiring episode that underscores the power of storytelling and the enduring fight for acceptance and equality. Find Jordan on X and Instagram She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a <a href='https://whatgoesonmedia
S5 E16 · Wed, July 24, 2024
Kevin: The Transformative Power of Coming Out Later in Life
What does it take to come out after 55 years of hiding your true self? Kevin O'Connor, an author and a gay man found the courage to embrace his identity after decades of living a different life. In this episode, you’ll hear Kevin's reflections on his early inklings of being gay in the 1960s, his struggles with authenticity, and the pivotal moment when his youngest son came out at 16, prompting Kevin to finally confront his own buried feelings. This episode delves into the complexities of coming out later in life and the transformative power of embracing your true self. Kevin's unique upbringing in a Victorian house-turned-funeral home provides the backdrop for his memoir "Two Floors Above Grief," Kevin's story isn't just about his personal journey; it's a testament to the evolving landscape of LGBTQ+ acceptance and rights. Find out more about Kevin and his work here She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E15 · Sat, June 01, 2024
Love, Literature, and Living Authentically with Robert Tregoning
Happy Pride Month! Today's episode comes from brilliant children's author Robert Tregoning Robert shares his journey from a rural village in County Durham, through the turbulence of the '80s and '90s, to becoming an advocate for authenticity and self-expression. From childhood memories of defying gender norms to finding solace in understanding friends, we uncover the impact of societal expectations on his formative years. We also get a sneak peek into his new book, "A Fairy Called Fred," and hear the incredible story of how he met his husband. You can learn more about Robert and his work at his website here She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E14 · Wed, May 15, 2024
From Silence to Advocacy A Trans Story of Resilience and Change
Ben Green grew up trans in a small Connecticut town. Now an activist and author of "My Child is Trans: Now What?" Ben reflects on just how different his childhood was to his sister's as he tried to navigate the complexities of gender identity without any trans role models. This story explores the profound impact that representation—or the lack thereof—can have on a young person's journey to self-discovery and authenticity. From the supportive embrace for his bisexuality, partly due to shows like "Modern Family," to the more challenging acceptance of his trans identity, Ben casts a light on the ever-present need for mainstream representation for all of the LGBTQ+ community. We round off our time with Ben by discussing his evolution from teaching to public speaking, ignited by a TEDx talk's viral success and his drive to connect with a wider swathe of allies through storytelling. His book serves as a beacon of hope, offering parents of trans children a joy-centered guide in a landscape often clouded by negativity. The conversation also celebrates recent positive strides in LGBTQ legislation, emphasizing the power of local advocacy in effecting change. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E13 · Wed, May 01, 2024
Jenny's Voyage of Authenticity: From Woking to Manchester via the Comedy Stage
Imagine embarking on a voyage of self-discovery that doesn't truly begin until the age of 40. That's the reality for Jenny, a trans woman with a tale that unfolds with laughter, adversity, and, above all, authenticity. As she reminisces about her childhood in Woking and the challenges of expressing her true identity pre-internet, Jenny's experiences from makeshift gender expression at home to her eventual powerful coming out in Manchester shine a light on the journey many in the trans community face. For Jenny, the world of Drag was a haven that embraced her when she needed it most, but she soon realised that was not where she truly belonged and found her way to comedy. Jenny's story is a testament to the power of finding your tribe and the transformative effect of unconditional love. Yet, it's not without its heartbreaks, something she candidly shares, including the violent encounter that marred an early performance and the ongoing struggle for acceptance. Step into the spotlight with Jenny as she stands tall in the world of comedy, using her wit to disarm hecklers and her compelling stories to carve out a space as a trans entertainer. Her upcoming Edinburgh show "Seahorse" promises to be a whirlwind of humor and honesty, reflecting the unique perspectives of her life. Prepare to be moved and amused! She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E12 · Wed, April 03, 2024
Fostering Belonging: Anna DeShawn’s Journey Through Queer Identity and Media
Imagine the courage it takes to forge a path as a black queer woman in a world where your identity intersects with a rich tapestry of culture, tradition, and belief systems. This is the life of Anna DeShawn, a social entrepreneur from Chicago. who came out in a religious household and went on to create spaces where queer voices can echo and resonate. In an intimate exchange, Anna and Emma navigate the complexities of family acceptance in the black community, revealing both the struggles and the victories and the evolution of her identity through terms like 'queer', 'gay', and 'lesbian'. We learn about Anna's father's journey from disbelief, to becoming a beacon of support, demonstrating how love can transcend even the most rigid of barriers. Anna also educated us on the queer media landscape, where she is carving out her legacy. She unveils the motivations behind E3 Radio and the Qube app , platforms that amplify marginalized voices and create a symphony of black and brown queer narratives. Her ambition mirrors that of icons like Robin Roberts , who have laid the groundwork for visibility and representation. Connect with Anna on Instagram X or TikTok She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E11 · Wed, March 20, 2024
Michael: From Summer Camp to Corporate Change, a journey of self-acceptance in the Big Apple.
From his first inklings of being different at a summer camp, to the seismic shift that occurred when he saw real gay representation in corporate America, Michael's journey is one of struggle, resilience, and triumph in the face of adversity. Michael's story not only peels back the layers of his own coming out journey, but also addresses the emotional challenges that often linger beneath the surface of the LGBTQ+ community in a city known for its progressiveness, New York City. Michael is also director of brand marketing and communications for Archer, a new dating app committed to fostering genuine relationships within the gay community. Find out more about Archer here She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E10 · Wed, March 06, 2024
Kirsty: Embracing Queerness on a Manchester Council Estate
Remember that gut-punch moment when everything you thought you knew about yourself was turned on its head? That's where Kirsty Loehr found herself at 16, blindsided by the realisation that her sexuality wasn't what she'd always assumed... In this episode, meet Kirsty, author of "A Short History of Queer Women," and hear her journey of self-discovery against the backdrop of a Manchester council estate. This episode peels back the layers of what it means to come to terms with one's queer identity, pre-social media whirlwind and without a blueprint for what lies ahead. With humor and heart, Kirsty recounts the early clues of her attraction to women—yes, including that trademark lumberjack shirt—and the role her incredible mother played in fostering a space where being gay was never an issue. From the rough-and-tumble of adolescence to the profound impact of a supportive family, our conversation is a testament to the courage it takes to embrace who you are. As we explore the vibrant tapestry of queer women's experiences, and perhaps you'll see a bit of your own story reflected in Kirsty’s. Buy Kirsty's book here , or wherever you get your books. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E9 · Wed, February 21, 2024
Moe: Finding love, acceptance and dating as a trans, non-binary bisexual!
Moe Ari Brown, was born into a working-class, religious family and raised on the South side of Chicago amid the Black church's rich traditions. Moe felt invisible during their youth but at college, they had an epiphany – that gender identity and sexuality are not fixed points but vibrant spectrums. As a relationship therapist and guide, Moe's insights are not only personal milestones but also lighthouses for others on similar journeys, from their bisexual awakening to the discovery of a transgender community that felt like home. Moe also discusses the tribulations that bisexual daters encounter! Find Moe on instagram here and check out their NFAQ page on Hinge here. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E8 · Wed, February 07, 2024
Blazing Trails: Arthur's Journey and the Formation of the World's First All-Trans Masculine Football Team
Growing up in Peterborough, in the centre of England, Arthur's story tells of the intimate struggles of growing up with a gender identity that defies societal norms. With insights into the complexity of coming out to loved ones when you're trans, the battles fought within gender clinics, and the ongoing need for visibility and support for trans youth, this episode is a celebration of the trans community as they face very difficult times. This episode also celebrates TRUK United FC —the safe haven Arthur helped create for trans men to unite through the love of football. The team stands as a beacon of hope, not just for its members but for the wider community, providing a space where acceptance and understanding are the rules of the game. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E7 · Wed, January 24, 2024
Living Out Loud: Annie Wallace on Pioneering Trans Visibility in Television
Imagine discovering your true self at a time where even the word "transgender" was seldom whispered, then fast-forward to seeing that reality reflected on national TV! Annie Wallace, a pioneering trans soap actress, takes us through her life, from her earliest memories of gender identity struggles, to life in Aberdeen's first gay bar, and the bullying endured by those who dared to be different, through her influential role behind the scenes of beloved TV characters like "Coronation Street's" Hayley Cropper to her own starring role as Sally St. Claire in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks. Annie's story is a testament to resilience. She takes us on her emotional rollercoaster of transitioning, the heartwarming tale of her family's reactions, and the ripple effect her brave choices had on breaking barriers in the media industry. This is an episode that celebrates the victories, acknowledges the struggles, and honors the ongoing quest for equality, with Annie's story reminding us all of the transformative power of living authentically. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E6 · Wed, January 10, 2024
Gary: I felt jealous when my son came out to me. It took me 40 years to have the courage to do the same.
Gary's story is proof that life does indeed begin at 40! Gary's journey through marriage, heartbreaks, and eventual joy in finding deep love will bring a real smile to your face. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E5 · Wed, December 27, 2023
Braving the Past, Embracing the Future: Ann's Journey of Identity, Activism and Advocacy for other lesbian mothers.
As the curtain closes on our 2023 series, we bring you the incredible story of Ann! Beginning in Liverpool in the late 50s and early 60s – a time when innocence mingled with confusion in the absence of visible LGBTQ+ role models, Ann's tale then takes us through the swinging 60s of London, the rigid discipline of army life, and into the heart of personal discovery and selfless, passionate activism. Anne's story reveals not just her struggles and triumphs but also the landscape of a society grappling with change and the evolution of our community. This is an episode that not only honors the past but also inspires hope for the future. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E4 · Wed, December 13, 2023
Verity: I knew I was a boy but didn't know how to say that! The struggles and triumphs of a transgender athlete.
Verity Smith is a trans gay man who is passionate about playing wheelchair rugby. After first coming out as a lesbian in the 90s, Verity played women's rugby and was too afraid to come out as trans, as there were no policies in place for trans players in the game and he would have had to give up the sport he loved. He did eventually come out and was faced with a barrage of transphobia and discrimination. After a devastating injury incurred on the pitch, Verity ended up in a wheelchair, but found an incredible community in wheelchair rugby. Verity's story is ultimately one of acceptance, self-discovery, and love. As well as a celebration of the resilience and strength embodied by the LGBTQ+ community. Verity is Chief Diversity Officer for the World Barbarians and Trans Sport Inclusion Manager for the brilliant charity Mermaids She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E3 · Wed, November 29, 2023
The Power of Acceptance: Luma Mufleh's Struggle and Triumph
Born into strict Muslim traditions in Syria and raised in Jordan, Luma is a beacon of hope and courage for all of us in the LGBTQ+ community. Her personal coming out story is complex; spanning cultures, religions, and generations. As a young adult in a country where being gay was considered a crime, Luma came out to her parents and was disowned, it took many years until her own daughter played a pivotal role in reconciling their family. Luma is also testament to the importance of chosen families within the LGBTQ+ community. Luma is also the founder of Fugees Family , a non-profit that aids child survivors of war and Luma shares how her personal coming out experience positively impacts her work. Check out her inspiring TED talk here. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E2 · Wed, November 15, 2023
The Journey of a Happy, Holy Homosexual: Reverend Jide's Story
From Nigeria to the UK, Reverend Jide's Macaulay , otherwise known as the 'happy, holy homosexual,' reveals his life's story. From braving patriarchy and toxic masculinity in Nigeria to enduring conversion therapy in London, Jide's testimony is nothing short of inspiring. His deep-seated faith in God and in himself, and his relentless pursuit of acceptance, not only for himself but for the entire LGBTQ+ community, shine through his story. Jide outlines his journey into Christian ministry and challenges the often-misinterpreted biblical verses referring to same-sex relationships. We also delve into the harsh realities faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria, highlighting the need for a shift in societal perception. Finally, Jide shares his strong commitment to positive change through his organisation, House of Rainbow . We discuss the damaging effects of conversion therapy and his own father's involvement in creating anti-LGBTQ+ laws in Nigeria. Despite these obstacles, Jide's unwavering resilience and determination to spread positivity and acceptance make this an episode you simply cannot miss! She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S5 E1 · Wed, November 01, 2023
The Undying Spirit of Juno Roche: Conquering Adversity in the Trans World
What does it take to live authentically in the face of adversity and societal norms? Juno Roche is an iconic figure in the transgender community and a notable author. With a life composed of resilience, identity, and transformation, Juno has a wealth of experiences - from growing up in a tough family to navigating the world of LGBTQ+ culture during the 70s-80s, and discovering her true self amidst personal challenges. In this conversation you'll hear about Juno's childhood experiences, her battle for identity, and the challenges she faced as a transgender person in a prejudiced society. Her story moves from being a functioning drug addict during her younger adulthood, to her diagnosis with HIV that led to a turning point in her life and identity. Her fight is tangible, her spirit unbroken, and her journey profound. Find out more about Juno and their work here She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Trailer · Thu, October 19, 2023
Coming Out Stories: A New Season of Resilience, Hope, and Love from the LGBTQ+ Community
Get ready for a heart-stirring journey as we welcome you back to a brand-new season of Coming Out Stories. After a (rather long) pause, we're returning with a line-up of extraordinary stories that transcend across the LGBTQ+ spectrum, painting a picture of resilience, hope, and love. Be captivated by the story of a brave gay priest standing against all odds, including his own father, to fight for LGBT rights in Nigeria. Meet Juno Roche , a transgender woman whose life journey is as awe-inspiring as the script of a Hollywood blockbuster. Join us on the emotional rollercoaster as we share the experiences of Verity, a trans man and rugby player, and Luma, a Syrian lesbian. Verity's life took a dramatic turn, leading him from the rugby field to a wheelchair. He now works tirelessly with the trans charity Mermaids, striving to challenge the detrimental atmosphere surrounding trans community in sports and beyond. Luma's story showcases her resilience and determination as she sought asylum in the US due to her sexuality, finding a new community in an alien land. Each story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, filled with threads of love, hope, and positivity. Don't forget to check out our book, Coming Out Stories, which now also comes in a Welsh edition. We're excited to bring you an unforgettable season of inspiring stories! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E18 · Wed, May 31, 2023
Kit: I never understood why all my friends were obsessed with boys! Then I came out, fell in love with women and lost my mind!
Kit: I never understood why all my friends were obsessed with boys. Then I came out, fell in love with women and lost my mind! In this, the final episode of season four, meet Kit from London. It took Kit a little while to realise she was a lesbian and she didn't come out until she was 30. Follow Kit on twitter for news on where to catch her show 30 and Out. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E17 · Fri, May 19, 2023
Valentino: My family simply didn't know how to raise a gay child
Valentino: My family simply didn't know how to raise a gay child Valentino grew up as a gay man and now identifies as being gender fluid, and whilst they are currently living in Manchester, England they were born and raised in Bermuda. They have quite the life story and this episode only really begins to scratch the surface. Please be aware: This story contains descriptions of sexual activity and is centered around the subject of being groomed. You may find some of the content uncomfortable or triggering. For more onformation about Valentino's work, visit djvalentinocartier.com And for more information on Bermuda Pride, visit their website. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E16 · Wed, May 03, 2023
Dharma: The teacher told me to play with the other boys, but I knew I wasn't a boy. It was a secret I kept for a long time.
Dharma: The teacher told me to play with the other boys, but I knew I wasn't a boy. It was a secret I kept for a long time. Dharma Kelleher is a pansexual crime writer, based in Phoneix, Arizona who puts lesbians and trans women at the heart of her novels. She grew up in a small town just outside Atlanta. She knew as a very young child that she was trans. Find out more about Dharma's work here. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E15 · Wed, April 19, 2023
Clifford: My dad suggested conversion therapy and I let him sit with that idea, I was literally the first gay person he knew.
Clifford: My dad suggested conversion therapy and I let him sit with that idea, I was literally the first gay person he knew. Clifford is our first sapio sexual storyteller. A real world citizen, he is of Indian heritage, had a Catholic upbringing in Dubai in now lives in Australia. He speaks about what being sapio sexual means to him and how his family reacted to his coming out as gay. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Wed, April 12, 2023
Special Episode: Queer We Are with Coming Out Stories' Emma Goswell and Sam Walker
In this very special eisode, we're sharing an intervew we did with Brad Shreve on his excellent podcast Queer We Are, a show where Brad talks to entertainers, activists, politicians, artists, athletes, and more of the most interesting LGBTQ people from diverse backgrounds. We hope you enjoy it! Find out more about Brad and Queer We Are She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E14 · Thu, April 06, 2023
Brad: For more than 30 years I convinced myself "I can't be gay. I will change someday"
Brad: For more than 30 years I convinced myself "I can't be gay. I will change someday" In this episode, we're back in the United States, to the Californian desert to meet Brad. Brad didn’t come out until his 30s, by which stage he had married a woman and had had a child. Brad also came out in a way that we've never spoken about on this podcast before... Find out more about Brad and his podcast Queer We Are You can find out more about The Trevor Project here She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E13 · Thu, March 23, 2023
EJ: I’ve had quite the internal war about how I identify. I don’t want to use the labels that society gives us!
EJ: I’ve had quite the internal war about how I identify. I don’t want to use the labels that society gives us! EJ is a young person who lives in a small town in Ohio, USA. They identify as a gender queer masc lesbian. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E12 · Wed, March 08, 2023
Andrew: I told myself that being bisexual was just a phase. It was not!
Andrew: I told myself that being bisexual was just a phase. It was not! Andrew identifies as bisexual. He hails from Scotland and is behind the LGBTQ+ sports website Pride of the Terraces. Although he is now very open about his sexuality, it was a big decision for him to come out in a newspaper. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E11 · Wed, February 22, 2023
Grady: For forty years, I prayed for God to "fix me" Then I realised there was nothing to fix.
Grady Grady Throneberry is the first openly gay police chief in Kentucky. He didn't come out until his sixties and what a story he has to tell! Married to a woman, with grown up daughters, he lived in his words as a "straight, conservative man" until 2018. Until he was outed, very publicly, which led to him being called into the Mayor's office for a meeting... Find out more about Grady and his book My Journey to the Rainbow on his website gayandgray.net She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E10 · Wed, February 08, 2023
Lucy Lou: The moment I put that dress on, I thought "I'm here!"
Lucy Lou The moment I put that dress on, I thought "I'm here!" Lucy Lou is a trans woman who waited nearly 40 years to become the person she always was. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E9 · Wed, January 25, 2023
Day: It took me all night to garner the courage but at sunrise, I came out to her
Day It took me all night to garner the courage but at sunrise, I came out to her Day is an artist and writer from California. He identifies as a gay man and is passionate about the power of rituals. You can find out more about Day here and more about his book Hello, goodbye. 75 rituals for times of loss, celebration and change. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E8 · Wed, January 11, 2023
Mark: I was so nervous, I had to leave the room, and came out to my mom from the kitchen.
Mark Because I only heard the term in the playground, I used to think "gay" meant someone who was bad at sports. Mark Chesnut is an award-winning travel writer based in New York City. He is also the author of the memoir Prepare for Departure: Notes on a Single Mother, a Misfit Son, Inevitable Mortality and the Enduring Allure of Frequent Flyer Miles She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E7 · Wed, December 28, 2022
Yo Yo: I grew up where it was illegal to be gay. I had to write love letters to my girlfriend in code
Yo Yo I grew up where it was illegal to be gay. I had to write love letters to my girlfriend in code Meet Yo Yo, a lesbian from Malaysia, where it's illegal to be gay. She nearly got caught when a love letter she wrote to her girlfriend was opened. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E6 · Wed, December 14, 2022
Andrew: I don't want to be hemmed into a box. I've done that for so many years.
Andrew I don't want to be hemmed into a box. I've done that for so many years. Meet Andrew from Brighton, who once considered himself a "gay man" and now identifies as a "queer person". She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E5 · Wed, November 30, 2022
Jennie: "So many people knew they were gay from a young age, but that's just not my story""
Jennie "So many people knew they were gay from a young age, but that's just not my story"" Jennie Guay is an author who had only ever dated men when she moved from Canada to England in her late 20s. After deciding to explore her sexuality, she set her dating profile to "seeking women" and changed her life. Jennie's book "Howie Blend: Playdate Adventures with Family and Friends" is available here and at all good bookshops. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E4 · Wed, November 16, 2022
Jaxon: Walking back into work as a trans man was the most frightening thing I've ever done, but I've seen so many people change their mindset."
Jaxon My Dad joked "What's wrong? Are you pregnant? Are you getting a puppy? You're not trans are you...?" Happy Trans Awareness Week! To celebrate, we'd love you to meet Prison Officer Jaxon, a trans man from Wigan in the north of England, and hear his uplifting story. Please note: Jaxon is very honest about his mental health and this episode contains discussions of suicide. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E3 · Wed, November 02, 2022
Rob: “I tried so hard to change who I was. I changed the way I dressed, the way I spoke and even the way I walked. I didn’t feel safe being myself.”
Rob “I tried so hard to change who I was. I changed the way I dressed, the way I spoke and even the way I walked. I didn’t feel safe being myself.” Rob is a travel expert, who you may well have seen on TV in the UK, on shows like Rip Off Britain and Morning Live. He identifies as gay and despite choosing to wear dresses and asking to be called “Sally” for much of his childhood, his mum still told him she had ‘no idea’ when he came out. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S4 E2 · Wed, October 19, 2022
Serena: When I came out to my 9 year old son, he said “Mammy, that’s very brave of you!"
Serena When I came out to my 9 year old son, he said “Mammy, that’s very brave of you” Meet Serena, from Ireland, who came out as a lesbian later in life, just before she was due to marry the father of her two children. Serena’s story comes with a pretty big twist at the end… Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Tue, October 11, 2022
A National Coming Out Day special!
Happy National Coming Out Day! October 11 is National Coming Out Day in the UK and to celebrate, we've put together a very special episode just for you! In this instalment hear from three of our previous guests talk about how their lives have changed and moved on since we last spoke and we also discuss questions like; Why do we still need to come out? (Straight people don't do it!) Is there ever an argument for not coming out? How important are allies from outside the LGBTQ+ community when you're coming out? What can we do to help made the world a better place for trans and non binary people especially? What advice do we have for people thinking of coming out? Any words of advice for parents/carers/friends who are on the receiving end of someone coming out to them? Many thanks to Claire , Divina de Campo , and Richie! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingO
S4 E1 · Wed, October 05, 2022
Paris: From the time I was a young kid, I always felt really connected to being both male and female
“From the time I was a young kid, I always felt really connected to being both male and female” The first episode of our brand-new season belongs to a non-binary icon! Broadcaster Paris Munro actually has a couple of coming out stories, firstly as a lesbian, then as non-binary. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Trailer · Wed, September 28, 2022
Oh! Hello season four!
It's been a long busy summer, but we're back with a brand new season of Coming Out Stories! We can't wait to share new stories with you, from fabulous folk from all over the world. We've spoken to people from England, Ireland, Malaysia, India, Australia, America and more! Do follow now, to make sure you don't miss an episode and we'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with your story or just to say hi! Hello@comingoutstoriespodcast.com New season launches October 5 Emma and Sam x Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Tue, September 27, 2022
Oskar: “Identity is an internal thing, not how you look to other people”
Ahead of a brand new season, we’re celebrating some of our favourite episodes! Oskar “I take the view with my trans identity, that unless you’re going to get into my pants, I’m not really interested in coming out to you” Oskar grew up in Trinidad and identifies as trans masculine, but non binary. In terms of their sexuality, they identify as pansexual. Suppressing the urge to transition for 20 years had a huge impact on their mental health. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a
Bonus · Mon, September 26, 2022
Divina de Campo “If ever there was a little queerdo kid – it was me”
Ahead of a brand new season, we’re celebrating some of our favourite episodes! Divina de Campo “If ever there was a little queerdo kid – it was me” Star of The Voice and runner-up in the first ever Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK, Divina de Campo talks about coming out as gay and then non-binary and offers some great advice on WHEN to come out. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Sun, September 25, 2022
Angela and Lucia: “We painted “Lesbians are everywhere!” on the sides of buildings!”
Ahead of a brand new season, we’re celebrating some of our favourite episodes! Angela and Lucia “Doctors tried to give me a lobotomy because I was gay” Two absolutely incredible women tell their coming out stories and also stories of being lesbian activists in Manchester in the 1970s and how the Gay Liberation Front changed the lives of LGBT people across the country. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Sat, September 24, 2022
Jacob: So many people say I am the only non-binary person they know and I think “Really?!”
Jacob “Before I go into a public toilet I have to think: is there anyone in there who could hurt me?” In a beautifully honest interview Jacob talks about coming out to themselves and then to their family, just four weeks before this interview. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Fri, September 23, 2022
Asad: When I told my dad, I had a friend waiting outside with my suitcases.
Ahead of a brand new season, we’re celebrating some of our favourite episodes! Asad “Before you come out, you assume the worst of the people you love. That’s really hard” Asad grew up in a British Pakistani Muslim household and feared the worst when coming out to his parents. So much so, he packed a bag and had a friend wait outside in his car, ready to escape. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Thu, September 22, 2022
JJ: I didn't think my wife would stay with me, but I had to tell her my secret.
Ahead of a brand new season, we’re celebrating some of our favourite episodes! JJ “I was scared to tell my wife how good it felt to wear a dress” JJ, or Jessie, is a gas fitter from Manchester who is happily married to a woman and has two children. But they identify as non-binary or gender fluid and were terrified they would lose their family when they came out. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Bonus · Wed, September 21, 2022
Dean McCullough on growing up in Northern Ireland as "Gay Dean"
Ahead of a brand new season, we’re celebrating some of our favourite episodes! Dean “I remember regularly being called a fa**ot at just 9 years old” In this episode, actor and BBC Radio 1 presenter Dean McCullough talks about growing up as "Gay Dean" in Belfast in the 90s and 00s Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S3 E8 · Wed, May 04, 2022
Tracey: “His dad still asks him: “When are you going to find a girl to marry?””
Tracey “I came home to find my son on the sofa with his school friend. I could feel the chemistry between them. It was a real lightbulb moment for me” It’s the final episode of our “Meet the Parents” season, where you’ve been hearing from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. On this episode, meet Tracey, mum to Jake, who came out to her at 12, although he wasn’t sure how to identify. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a
S3 E7 · Wed, April 20, 2022
Des: Now I go to Pride, even if my sons can't make it!
Des “When my sons first came out, I had to re-evaluate the ideas I had held about the lives they would lead. That took time" On this season of Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. On this episode, meet Des, dad to not one, but two gay sons. He now has a "Proud Father" t-shirt that he wears to Pride, but admits he did struggle when his sons first came out. Des now volunteers for https://www.fflag.org.uk/ Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | <a href='https://www.waterstones.com/book/coming-out-stories/emma-goswel
S3 E6 · Wed, April 06, 2022
Sarah: When my child told me they were trans, I didn't know what to say
Sarah “I really wish as a family we’d had conversations about LGBT+ lives with all our children much earlier on” On this season of Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. On this episode, meet Sarah, mum to the child she affectionately calls “Noots” When Noots came out as trans, Sarah admits she “didn’t know what to say” and went on a personal journey of education, understanding and love. Sarah now volunteers for https://www.fflag.org.uk/ Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | <a href='https://www.waterstones.co
S3 E5 · Wed, March 23, 2022
Aruna
Aruna “He started crying and asked me 'mum, do you still love me? Are you ashamed of me?' " On this season of Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. On this episode, meet the supermum from Mumbai, Aruna. She not only accepted her own son Abhishek coming out as gay, when it was still illegal in India, she went on to create an organisation helping parents across the world to embrace their LGBTQ+ children. She was also the only parent to attend the first ever Mumbai Pride in 2008. More on Aruna's organisation: She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced
S3 E4 · Wed, March 09, 2022
Marilyn
Marilyn “I didn’t realise they were both struggling with their sexuality, although looking back, all the signs were there” On this season of Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. On this episode, meet Marilyn. She is a single mum to a son and a daughter, who both came out to her on the very same day. In fact, in the very same phone call! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waters
S3 E3 · Wed, February 23, 2022
Bruce
Bruce “We had no idea he was crying himself to sleep every night" On this season of Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. Today, one of the most extraordinary changes of heart we've ever heard. Bruce was a Pentecostal Minister, who felt "disgusted" watching a Gay Pride parade on TV. Yet now, after an incredible journey following his own son coming out, Bruce has left his church and now attends those very same parades, with great pride. For more information on Bruce's new church head to https://diversechurch.website/ For more information on FFlag, click here. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now!
S3 E2 · Wed, February 09, 2022
Jackie
Jackie “I realised that the magazine I found under my son's bed was not a body building magazine..." We’re back for Season Three! This time on Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. Today, meet Jackie. Around 20 years ago she set up a group supporting the parents of gay and trans children called Families Together London . She has not one, but two gay children, a son and a daughter, who had very different experiences coming out. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit
S3 E1 · Wed, January 26, 2022
Annie
Annie “When my child was three she told me she didn't want to wear 'boys' clothes anymore" We’re back for Season Three! This time on Coming Out Stories, we’re going to “Meet the Parents!” Over the next six episodes, you’ll hear to hear from the families of LGBTQIA+ folks about their experiences of having a child come out to them. As ever, there will be laughter, tears, perhaps some tension, but also love and understanding. Today, meet Annie. She’s the proud parent of a seven-year-old daughter who is trans. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones |
S2 E22 · Wed, December 22, 2021
Stevie
Stevie “When I came out to my mum as gay she said "Is that because you can't get a boyfriend?" In our final episode of season two, meet Stevie! Podcaster and musician Stevie came out twice to their family, firstly as gay, then as non-binary. If you are the parent of an LGBTQ+ person, or you identify in that way and your parent would like to speak to us for our next season, please do get in touch, we'd love to talk! Email: hello@comingoutstoriespodcast.com Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | <a hre
S2 E22 · Wed, December 08, 2021
Stephen
Stephen “I didn't know what intersex even meant, until I discovered it was who I am" Founder of Surrey Pride, Stephen, only discovered he was intersex after a diagnosis of bowel cancer when he found out that his parents had chosen to raise him as a male. For more information on being intersex click here. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories i
S2 E21 · Wed, November 24, 2021
Marie
Marie “Even today, my kids say to me, Mommy, you're not gay" Marie is a grandmother, who grew up in the Bronx in New York City and she didn't come out until her 50s. For more information on the organisation SAGE click here Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E20 · Wed, November 10, 2021
Alex
Alex “I remember thinking: 'When I grow up I want to be a girl'" Alex is a trans woman who grew up changing into dresses the moment she got home from her all-boys school, but knew it "wasn't what boys should do". She is also the host of the "She Said, They said" podcast . For more information on the charity Mermaids, click here Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | <a href='https://www.amazon.co.u
S2 E19 · Wed, October 27, 2021
David
David “My wife found my chatroom history, that's how I came out to her" David spent many years married to a woman and being a stay at home dad to his children. He didn't come out until he was 55. He is the author of the book "How to Tell your LGBTQ+ Story" Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Comi
S2 E18 · Wed, October 13, 2021
Faz
Faz “I was struggling with my identity at six years old" Faz is a shia muslim of Pakistani heritage, who came out first as gay and then as a trans man. He has been homeless several times throughout his life and now works as a trustee for the Albert Kennedy Trust Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E17 · Wed, September 29, 2021
Lorelei
Lorelei “Discovering that I was trans gave me back my life." Lorelei is a trans woman who lives in Bolton in England and she’s a cosplayer, musician and former musical theatre actress. She describes herself as a goth gremlin version of Elvira! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We've teamed up with London friend, the LGBT+ mental health and well being charity. Just follow them on twitter @lgbtfriend or on Instagram at @londonfriendlgbt and you’ll find details of how to enter their special competition to win a signed copy of our Coming Out Stories book! Competition closes on October 11 2021. -- We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | <a href='https://www.queerlit.co.uk/product
S2 E16 · Fri, September 10, 2021
Melissa: The moment she kissed me, I felt an enormous sense of relief
Melissa “The moment she kissed me, I felt an enormous sense of relief." Melissa Ferrick is an award-winning singer-songwriter who has released seventeen albums and shared the stage with with Morrissey, Tegan and Sara, and many more! They came out as queer many years ago and has recently began to identify as gender non-conforming. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E15 · Wed, September 01, 2021
Aidy
Aidy “My online boyfriend turned out to be a woman!" Aidy Smith is the Wine and Spirits columnist for The Independent and host of The Three Drinkers on Amazon Prime. He grew up in Yorkshire and had to come out twice in less than a minute to his family! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E14 · Wed, August 18, 2021
Lee
Lee “My Dad told me as a kid, you can be anything in life, but don't be a lesbian." This week, meet Lee, a real LA woman! Lee identifies as a lesbian, but it took her a long time to realise she was gay. Wait until you hear what her mother-in-law had to say when she came out! It's a Coming Out Stories first! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E13 · Wed, August 04, 2021
Val
Val “Don't be afraid to be Muslim and gay. You can be both" The provocatively name Val Qaeda is a Muslim drag queen who was thrown out of home for being gay. After staying with grandparents, Val was then attacked by their grandad and forced to run away. A truly inspiring and moving story of great resilience. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Go
S2 E12 · Wed, July 21, 2021
Sam
Sam “I had a revelation about my sexuality during lockdown" Sam knew twenty years ago when she was a teenager that she was attracted to women, but it wasn't until she started an online course that she finally came out as a lesbian. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E11 · Thu, July 08, 2021
Ray
Ray “I kept quiet about being gay, even to myself. Dating some women in my teens, helped me understand who I was." Ray is a real-life ghost hunter who had some trouble convincing his dad he was gay, as he had previously dated women. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E10 · Wed, June 23, 2021
Raga
Raga “When I finally came out as a lesbian, my own mother threatened me with a knife" Buckle up! This is an extraordinary story of a woman who fought for decades to live her true life. Raga was brought up in India and her mother was so shocked when Raga came out, she attacked her. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E9 · Wed, June 09, 2021
Jamie
Jamie “I couldn't see myself living as a gay man. I was too fearful" Out and proud musician Jamie talks about repressing his sexuality growing up and how his uncle told him he was gay, before he realised himself. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E8 · Wed, May 26, 2021
Rhian
Rhian “I was distressed about the fact that I'm asexual for a very long time" In a first for Coming Out Stories, we speak to Rhian about being asexual. She discusses how it took a while for her to understand what being asexual meant and how she found her community. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E7 · Wed, May 12, 2021
Kestral
Kestral “I would rather run around naked than wear the 'boy' clothes I was given" Kestral identifies as a queer trans woman, who told us she questioned her identity from the age of four Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E6 · Wed, April 28, 2021
Leighton
Leighton “I was too scared to go to my own father's funeral" This time, you'll hear from Leighton, who grew up in England but has family in Nigeria, where it's still illegal to be gay. His family challenged his sexuality after seeing a facebook post. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E5 · Wed, April 14, 2021
Claire
Claire “Telling my daughter was such a weight off my shoulders" Claire didn't come out as trans until her mid 40s when she had to tell both her wife and her teenage daughter. Please be aware this interview may be triggering as it mentions both transphobia and sexual abuse. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Tue, April 13, 2021
"Coming Out Stories" X "The Euro Trip"!
"Coming Out Stories" X "The Euro Trip"! In a special bonus episode, we've got together with our friends at the best Eurovision podcast you might never have heard of, The Euro Trip! She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on
S2 E4 · Wed, April 07, 2021
Eleanor Crewes
Eleanor “I went on a date with a man who I had convinced myself was perfect and told myself - if it doesn't work, then you're gay" This time, you'll hear from graphic artist and author Eleanor Crewes, the woman behind the book "The Times I Knew I Was Gay" Eleanor went to great lengths to confirm her sexuality! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Tue, April 06, 2021
We're Back!
Coming Out Stories is back! A quick hello from Emma and Sam to let you know about some of the incredible people we've spoken to for season two - launching April 7! Don't forget our book is out! You can order now from Amazon, Blackwells , Waterstones or to support independent bookshops from Bookshops.org Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Sun, January 10, 2021
Coming Out Stories the book is.....Coming Out!
Coming Out Stories the book is.....Coming Out! A very special episode in which presenter Emma Goswell and producer Sam Walker discuss the forthcoming Coming Out Stories book! They talk about a number of topics including: * Why it's still important to come out in 2021 * What to do if you get a reaction you weren't expecting * Why celebrities coming out is still importnat * How people can be beter allies to the LGBTQ+ community * Stories that have really stuck with us The book is out on January 21. You can pre-order now from Amazon, Blackwells , Waterstones or to support independent bookshops from Bookshops.org Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Producti
S2 E3 · Tue, January 05, 2021
Michael
Michael Gunning “I suppressed so many feelings for so long. I just didn't want to be seen as any different from the other competitive swimmers." There aren't many professional athletes who are out, but the amazing swimmer @MichaelGunning1 is brave enough to compete internationally as an out gay man. He talks to us about coming out on national television, after realising, on a bisexual dating show, that he wasn't bisexual at all! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E2 · Tue, December 29, 2020
Tim
Tim “I always thought there must be something wrong with me” Timothy Tsai grew up in Taiwan in the 60s and 70s and knew he had to 'escape' to the USA, where he would feel safer as a gay man. He travelled all over the world until, in Hong Kong, he met and fell in love with a Welshman! He now lives in Pembrokeshire Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S2 E1 · Tue, December 22, 2020
Donnya
Donnya Piggott “I fancied women, so thought I was bisexual. I 'obviously' fancied men too I told myself, as that's what I was supposed to do” Donnya is a queer woman and LGBTQ+ rights activist from Barbados. She struggled with being the sort of woman she thought other people wanted her to be. She loved playing sport and didn't like dressing in a super-feminine way, so she entered a beauty contest - which just put her a lot closer to a lot of women! In her early 20s she founded BGLAD which supports LGBTQ + people in Barbados. This led to her being invited to Buckingham Palace! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E69 · Mon, August 03, 2020
Divina de Campo
Divina de Campo “If ever there was a little queerdo kid – it was me” Star of The Voice and runner-up in the first ever Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK, Divina de Campo talks about coming out as gay and then non-binary and offers some great advice on WHEN to come out. Presented by @EmmaGoswell Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E68 · Mon, July 20, 2020
Phil
"I accidentally texted my mum instead of my boyfriend" Phil is a pilot, originally from South Africa. A mix up with a text message nearly made him come out before he was ready. He talks about growing up gay in South Africa and what it was like to be gay whilst living in the Middle East Find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E67 · Mon, July 06, 2020
Rachel
“My brother found out my secret when he opened my post” Rachel identifies as being “partially gender-fluid” or a “cross dresser” In the 1980s she used to order clothes and shoes from what was then called a “transvestite catalogue” She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E66 · Mon, June 22, 2020
Owain Wyn Evans
“My straight brother took me to gay bars, to make sure I was safe” TV weather presenter and celebrity drummer Owain Wyn Evans, found that his parents took some time to understand that he was gay, as they didn’t know any other LGBTQ+ people. But it was his brother’s reaction that really surprised him. Find us on Instagram @comingoutstoriespod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E65 · Mon, June 08, 2020
Kayden
“If I could turn back time and come out as trans at 20, then I would. Waiting nearly killed me” Kayden is a queer trans man, who first came out as a lesbian at the age of 15. He didn’t realise he was trans until he was 20, but it then took him ten long hard years to finally become the man he is today. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E64 · Mon, May 25, 2020
Jessie
“She asked me if I was gay and I just said “Yes!” I couldn’t believe I had actually said it” Jessie grew up in Essex and struggled to come out as a lesbian at school, until a very fateful trip to London and the nightclub Heaven. Follow us! Twitter: @comeoutstories Instagram: comingoutstoriespod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E63 · Mon, May 11, 2020
Patrick
"I reclaimed the words bullies used to throw at me for being gay" Successful make up artist Patrick grew up in Northern Ireland where he was relentlessly bullied for being gay. Follow us! Twitter: @comeoutstories Instagram: comingoutstoriespod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E62 · Mon, April 27, 2020
Tim Sigsworth MBE
“I ran away from home and found my queer family” Tim Sigsworth MBE is the Chief Executive of the Albert Kennedy Trust. Like a lot of the young people he now helps, Tim had a very hard time coming out as his family were far from understanding. After coming out of a coma in 2016, Tim realised who his true family really were Follow us! Twitter: @comeoutstories Instagram: comingoutstoriespod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E61 · Mon, April 13, 2020
Asifa Lahore
“I never thought I would have the courage to tell my parents who I am" Asifa Lahore is Britain’s first out Muslim drag queen. She now identifies as a trans woman, but first came out as a gay man. She really struggled coming out and was even pressured to get into an arranged marriage Follow us! Twitter: @comeoutstories Instagram: comingoutstoriespod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E60 · Mon, March 30, 2020
Iain Dale
“I will never forget the dead look in my mother’s eyes when I told her” Writer, broadcaster and political commentator Iain Dale didn’t come out until later in life. He does have some regrets about waiting for so long, but once he did as he puts it “There was absolutely no going back!” Follow us! Twitter: @comeoutstories Instagram: comingoutstoriespod She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E59 · Mon, March 16, 2020
Ed
Ed is a writer and LGBT+ travel expert Boston. He kept his sexuality a secret until he was inspired to come out by other LGBT+ students at Harvard Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E58 · Mon, March 02, 2020
Jackie
Poet, comedian and theatre maker Jackie Hagan identifies as bisexual, or queer. She has a very unique list of her first childhood crushes! She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E57 · Mon, February 17, 2020
Oskar
Oskar grew up in Trinidad and identifies as trans masculine, but non binary. In terms of their sexuality they identify as pansexual. Suppressing the urge to transition for 20 years had a huge impact on their mental health. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E56 · Mon, February 03, 2020
Kate McCabe
Kate McCabe is a stand up comedian. She grew up in Pensylvania, but then went to University in New York City, where despite having a gay best friend you will never believe who she chose to come out to first… Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E55 · Mon, January 20, 2020
Naomi
A story that really proves it’s never too late to come out. Naomi is a film maker and lives in Berlin, but grew up in South Africa and Namibia. She was married to man for 23 years before coming out. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E54 · Mon, January 06, 2020
Lev
Lev AC Rosen is an author. He grew up in a liberal household in New York in the 1990s. He didn’t feel he should have to come out as gay, because straight people don’t have to come out as straight! He never could have guessed his mother’s reaction! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E53 · Mon, December 23, 2019
Yvy
Yvy De Luca is the author of the memoir “Tainted Beauty” She identifies as an Indian trans woman, who is also a pansexual She really struggled to come out in the Muslim community of 1990s Blackburn and for a while, led a double life. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E52 · Mon, December 09, 2019
Matthew Shaffer
Matthew Schaffer is an actor, dancer, choreographer and author. He’s so out and proud he’s written a book called “Dancing Out of the Closet” . He wasn't always so proud though, and lived in the closet for years, worried his sexuality would ruin his career and friendships. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E51 · Mon, November 25, 2019
JJ
JJ, or Jessie, is a gas fitter from Manchester who is happily married to a woman and has two children. But they identify as non-binary or gender fluid and were terrified they would lose their family when they came out. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E50 · Mon, November 11, 2019
Matthew
Matthew Diebler is a filmmaker and TV producer (listen to find out more about his lesbian horror movie!) who lives in LA, but growing up in rural Ohio he had a terrible time at school. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E49 · Mon, October 28, 2019
Lil King Cat
Lil King Cat is a singer who came out in Limerick in Ireland in the 1990s. She was in for quite a shock when she came out to her mum… Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E48 · Mon, October 14, 2019
James
James Barr is an out and proud radio presenter, comedian and star of the podcast "A Gay and a Non Gay." He wasn't always out though, in fact he was quite religious in his youth and struggled with coming out, finding bible passages to reassure himself that Godf would still love him if he was gay. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Fri, October 11, 2019
Joe Lycett
Comedian, TV presenter and "person from Birmingham" Joe Lycett tells us about coming out three times, firstly as gay, then as bisexual, then pansexual. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E47 · Mon, September 30, 2019
Katey
Talented singer songwriter, Katey Brookes is originally from Bristol, but grew up in London, in a religious cult based in Arizona, which had a huge effect on her relationship with her own sexuality She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E46 · Mon, September 16, 2019
Jose
Jose, a Puerto Rican man who lives in the Bronx in New York City tells us about his huge challenges coming out, suffering terrible sexual abuse, being thrown out of home at just 13 by his father, then finding his logical family in Greenwch village and eventually finding love. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E45 · Mon, September 02, 2019
GJ
GJ struggled with coming out as a lesbian because of her Rastafarian faith. Her parents hail from Barbuda, near Antigua. She was outed without her knowledge by The Carribbean Times newspaper and had to make a tricky phone call to her parents.... Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E44 · Mon, August 19, 2019
Christine
Christine , the author of Trans Britain, has been at the heart of the Trans Rights movement since the early '90s, campaigning to get laws changed and was eventually awarded an MBE for her work. She also has one of the earliest coming out stories we have heard – she was just four when she told her mum she wanted to grow up to be a woman. But it took another 20 years until she came out to them again. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E43 · Mon, August 05, 2019
Asad
Asad grew up in a British Pakistani muslim household and feared the worst when coming out to his parents. So much so, he packed a bag and had a friend wait outside in his car, ready to escape. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E42 · Mon, July 22, 2019
Mark
Growing up in rural wales, pre-internet, Mark says it was penpals who helped him understand his sexuality, but it was appearing on national TV show Stars in Their Eyes, that led him to him coming out on a big scale! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E41 · Mon, July 08, 2019
Saski
Saski is a singer and a Pride host. She struggled coming out at school, but now works for Educate and Celebrate. Her story contains one of the best reactions from a parent ever! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E40 · Thu, June 27, 2019
Martin - A Stonewall Riots veteran.
A very special episode to commemorate 50 years since one of the most important events in LGBTQ+ history: The Stonewall Riots. Martin Boyce was the son of Italian immigrants and grew up in New York, coming out in the 60s at a time it was very dangerous to be gay in the city. He was at The Stonewall Inn on 28 June 1969 and stood, defiant, as the NYPD charged. His story is moving and incredible. Please share it. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E39 · Mon, June 24, 2019
Nadia
Nadia grew up in a religious household with a Christian mum and a Muslim dad. She was always too afraid to come out at school becuase of the intense bullying she witnessed. But when her mum was seriously ill in hospital Nadia knew she wanted to tell her exactly who she was. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E38 · Mon, June 10, 2019
Eric Marcus
LGBT historian and author of the book Making Gay History talks to us about his televised coming out story, in an epsiode recorded outside The Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, New York. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E37 · Mon, May 27, 2019
Chris Bear Strong
The first relationship Chris McNaghten had ended up with him being blackmailed. He talks frankly about his struggles with mental health and tackling homophobia in his sport head on. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E36 · Mon, May 13, 2019
Lucia
Mum and children's entertainer Lucia was giving her mum a lift when she came out. She didn't expect the response she got... Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E35 · Mon, May 06, 2019
Stephen Bailey
Comedian and TV presenter Stephen Bailey tells us his no-nonsense Coming Out stories, including snogging at school parties and never telling his parents "I'm gay" Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E34 · Mon, April 29, 2019
Sophie
Sophie came out as gay at 17. Her mum really couldn’t cope and threatened to divorce Sophie’s dad. This, however, is a real story of eventual understanding and the realisation that things do, nearly always, get better. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E33 · Mon, April 22, 2019
Lucy Lush
Lucy came out in the 1980s in Cumbria, was bullied both at school and home and was even given electric shock treatment for being gay. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E32 · Mon, April 15, 2019
Marta
Marta is Polish and identifies as a lesbian and she spent years trying to come to terms with her sexuality after having a secret long term relationship with her best friend. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E31 · Mon, April 08, 2019
Louise
Poet, playwright and performer Louise Wallwein came out to a social worker, whilst being raised by nuns in a care home. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E30 · Mon, April 01, 2019
Gia Gunn
The star of Ru Paul's Drag Race on her journey to becoming the woman she is today. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E29 · Mon, March 25, 2019
Bill
Bill grew up in a children's home in Southport and came out, aged just 13 to a local priest, who proved to be a huge support to him. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E28 · Mon, March 18, 2019
Charli
Charli first came out as bisexual, but now identifies as pansexual, which she says a lot of people don't understand. She is now married but also in a polyamorous relationship. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E27 · Mon, March 11, 2019
Doug
Californian Doug realised he was gay when he had sex with his best friend, the day after he slept with his girlfriend. He was also outed against his will by someone bent on revenge. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E26 · Mon, March 04, 2019
Matthew Todd
Former editor of Attitude magazine reveals the unique way he came out to his mum and the impact it had on their relationship. He also discusses his book Straight Jacket , which looks at mental health within the LGBT+ community. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E25 · Mon, February 25, 2019
Heather Peace
Actor, singer and lesbian icon Heather Peace talks about sexuality, homophobia, mental health and being driven home by a close friend to come out to her parents. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E24 · Mon, February 18, 2019
Carlton
Coming out in the 1970s at just 14 years old wasn't alwasy easy for Carlton, but his passion for celebrating his sexuality and refusing to apologise for who he is massively inspiring! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E23 · Mon, February 11, 2019
The Queen of the Bronx
Fabulous drag queen Appollonia Cruz AKA The Queen of the Bronx talks up growing up as a pansexual Puerto Rican immigrant in New York City and performing on the drag scene in Miami. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E22 · Mon, February 04, 2019
Lucy Spraggan
Singer songwriter Lucy Spraggan candidly and often hilariously, talks about her identity (as a boy, called Max until she was a teenager) her coming out and how she handled homophobia. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E21 · Mon, January 28, 2019
Jacob
In a beautifully honest interview Jacob talks about coming out to themselves and then to their family, just four weeks before this interview. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E20 · Mon, January 21, 2019
Lucas Rush
Musical theatre star Lucas discusses coming out .... to close friend Newton Faulkner, whilst in a Green Day covers band....! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E19 · Mon, January 14, 2019
Daisy
Star of the first ever bisexual dating show on UK TV, The BiLife, Daisy had no concern about coming out to her family, but struggled as her brother was bullied becuase of her sexuality. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E18 · Mon, January 07, 2019
Enoch
Enoch's story is one which should have no place in the 21st century. It's a story which involves gay conversion therapy. It's also the story of a man who overcame intense prejudice and found his own family. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E17 · Mon, December 17, 2018
Liran
Liran is originally from Israel and grew up knowing just one other lesbian who was seen as the 'outcast' at school. When she finally did come out - so did her sister! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E16 · Mon, December 10, 2018
Morgan McMichaels
Recorded backstage at Mickey's in West Hollywood, hear from the inimitable Morgan McMichaels, star of Rupaul's Drag Race Season 2 and AllStars! THE QUEEN OF SCOTLAND! Warning: Contains VERY strong language! Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E15 · Mon, December 03, 2018
Mikey
Mikey Worrall, the wonderful host of our brilliant sister podcast Backstage With... shares his heartfelt coming out story and some great advice too. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E14 · Mon, November 26, 2018
Angela
Featuring possibly the greatest excuse ever when you're caught in bed with another woman. Funny, heartfelt and honest, nurse Angela's story of coming out as a lesbian to her family and friends. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E13 · Mon, November 19, 2018
JP
Born and raised in a traditional Latino household in LA, JP shares his often hilarious stories of coming out to himself, his friends and his family. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E12 · Mon, November 12, 2018
Richard
In an ultimately uplifting and positive story, black British muslim Richard shares his experience of how his sexuality seriously challenged his relationship with both his parents and God. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E11 · Mon, November 05, 2018
Kerry
Imagine being in heterosexual relationships your whole life before realising you were actually gay. How will friends and family react when you tell them? Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E10 · Mon, October 29, 2018
Mzz Kimberley
Sometimes, you have to come out more than once to the people you love, sometimes you may chose not to come out at all. The amazing Kim Tatum aka Miss Kimberley has done both. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E9 · Mon, October 22, 2018
Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil
We were thrilled to talk to the ONLY out gay Prince in the world! Listen to the astonishing story of Prince Manvendra as he discusses growing up in a country where it was illegal to be gay, the public riots that ensued when he came out and gay deities! Prince Manvendra runs the amazing Lakshya Trust, which works with the LGBT community. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Mon, October 15, 2018
Angela and Luchia
Two absolutely incredible women tell their coming out stories and also stories of being lesbian activists in Manchester in the 1970s and how the Gay Liberation Front changed the lives of LGBT people across the country. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Thu, October 11, 2018
Carl Austin-Behan
It's a delight to brind a special extra episode this week as we celebrate International Coming Out Day 2018! From being dismissed from the Air Force for his "incompatible homosexuality" to becoming Lord Mayor of his home city! Carl's journey is hugely inspiring and filled with joy. She Leads with CARE She Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E6 · Mon, October 08, 2018
Alfie
Alfie shares his experiences of telling his girlfriend, his friends and his family that he is trans and talks honesty about the physical and mental aspects of his transition. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E5 · Mon, October 01, 2018
Matt Cain
The briliant writer, broadcaster and "Madonna of Bolton" author Matt Cain talks about growing up in the 80s and his parents fear of what being a gay man meant for their son's future. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E1 · Mon, September 24, 2018
Emma
A terrific start to a brand new series! Hear the hilarious and poignant coming out story of your fantastic host Emma Goswell. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E3 · Mon, September 24, 2018
Olivia
The wonderful presenter Olivia Jones talks about her experiences of guilt, fear and pride. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E2 · Mon, September 24, 2018
Dean
In epsiode two, actor and presenter Dean McCullough talks about growing up as "Gay Dean" in Belfast in the 90s and 00s Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
S1 E4 · Mon, September 24, 2018
Ellen
Radio producer Ellen talks frankly about coming out (or not!) as a bisexual and the challenges she faces, due to society's preconceptions about bisexuals. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
Wed, September 12, 2018
They're coming!
A brand new podcast from What Goes On Media, presented by Emma Goswell. Coming Out Stories will bring you the stories of real people in their own words, at times when their lives often changed. It will perch you on sofas in suburban sitting rooms, stand you in front of officials' desks, put you at the centre of a crowd in a noisy classroom, everywhere where these conversations have happened. It doesn’t even matter if you haven’t had a conversation like this yourself, or indeed ever plan to. Everyone can recognise the innate human desire to love and be loved, and that’s what these stories are about. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production
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