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.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 2 days 16 hours 7 minutes
episode 4: 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...
episode 3: 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...
episode 2: 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...
episode 1: 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...
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...
episode 18: 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...
episode 17: 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...
episode 16: 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...
episode 15: 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...
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
Presented by Emma Goswell
Produced by Sam Walker
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