{"podcast":{"title":"Coming Inside OUT: An LGBTQ podcast uplifting gay fathers, men, and those exploring their sexuality.","slug":"coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496","podcast_index_feed_id":6918496,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/cominginsideoutcom/feed.xml","website_url":"https://cominginsideout.com/","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/cominginsideoutcom/20240513_050526_b93590eaf7cfcbda33abc8ff62f715bb.png","author":"Brian Janes and Mark Dembo","episode_count":72,"summary":"Coming Inside OUT is a heartfelt podcast where hosts Brian Janes and Mark Dembo create a safe space for gay fathers, men coming out later in life, and anyone exploring their identity within the LGBTQ+ community. Through candid conversations they explore the emotional journey of self-discovery, relationships, and the power of living authentically. Each episode dives into real stories of courage, healing, and connection—covering topics like mental health, therapy, mixed-orientation marriages, dating, fatherhood, and community support. Whether it’s navigating guilt and shame, celebrating Pride, or confronting societal challenges, Brian and Mark remind listeners that no one walks this path alone. ✨ It’s never too late to come home to yourself. Tune in for inspiration, solidarity, and a reminder that authenticity is not just freedom—it’s leadership. 📩 Contact: cominginsideout@gmail.com 🌈 #Gay #LGBTQPodcast #GayFathers #ComingOut #Authenticity #MentalHealth #Pride365 #LGBTQ #LoveIsLove Keywords: LGBTQ, coming out, relationships, gay parent, gay podcast, gay men, personal growth, gay fathers, pride,","last_synced_at":"2026-06-06T22:19:25.741487+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 21 - Gay Fathers - A Conversation with Dr. Joe Kort on The Emotional Journey of Coming Out Strong","slug":"ep-21-gay-fathers-a-conversation-with-dr-joe-kort-on-the-emotional-journey-of-coming-out-strong","published_at":"2025-10-07T10:00:35+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496/ep-21-gay-fathers-a-conversation-with-dr-joe-kort-on-the-emotional-journey-of-coming-out-strong","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/cominginsideoutcom/2244824","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/270503/2244824/cominginsideoutcom/2025_09_29_22_21_18_4cf564b1-6203-49a9-a5ec-aa083192496b.mp3","summary":"In this powerful episode, hosts Mark Dembo and Brian Janes sit down with renowned psychotherapist, author, and LGBTQ+ advocate Dr. Joe Kort @drjoekort to explore the emotional journey of coming out—particularly later in life. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Kort brings deep insight into the challenges gay men face around identity, relationships, self-care, and community. Together, they unpack the stages of coming out, the weight of internalized homophobia, and the grief that often accompanies leaving behind heterosexual privilege and long-term relationships. Dr. Kort also highlights the importance of self-care, building genuine connections, and finding one’s tribe in the LGBTQ+ community. The conversation touches on mixed-orientation marriages, open relationships, dating in the age of apps, and the emergence of the “side” identity in gay men’s sexuality. Listeners will walk away with encouragement to live authentically, practice kindness, and embrace activism as part of their personal growth. Coming Inside OUT is a safe space for solidarity, inspiration, and the courage to live authentically. Whether you’re a gay dad, exploring your identity, or an ally seeking understanding, this podcast is for you. Hosts Brian and Mark share their own journeys of coming out and fatherhood while connecting with fellow gay dads about their victories, struggles, and stories. Together, they explore the challenges of identity, relationships, and parenting—reminding listeners that no one has to walk this path alone. 🎙️ Whether you’re navigating your own journey of self-discovery, or seeking ways to build deeper support and connection, this episode offers both inspiration and actionable takeaways for living boldly and unapologetically. 📩 Contact: cominginsideout@gmail.com #Gay #Coming…","meta_description":"In this powerful episode, hosts Mark Dembo and Brian Janes sit down with renowned psychotherapist, author, and LGBTQ+ advocate Dr. Joe Kort @drjoekort to…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2885,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496/episodes/ep-21-gay-fathers-a-conversation-with-dr-joe-kort-on-the-emotional-journey-of-coming-out-strong/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496/ep-21-gay-fathers-a-conversation-with-dr-joe-kort-on-the-emotional-journey-of-coming-out-strong.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}