{"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":"Gay, Growing, and Grounded Fathers -The Gay Sex Coach: Sex and Relationships: Part One","slug":"gay-growing-and-grounded-fathers-the-gay-sex-coach-sex-and-relationships-part-one","published_at":"2026-02-10T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/coming-inside-out-an-lgbtq-podcast-uplifting-gay-fathers-men-and-those-exploring-their-sexuality-6918496/gay-growing-and-grounded-fathers-the-gay-sex-coach-sex-and-relationships-part-one","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/2538914","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/270503/2538914/cominginsideoutcom/2026_02_10_06_20_54_b14467bd-b233-4d5d-8702-95ddc98515ee.mp3","summary":"Welcome to Part One of a powerful and deeply honest conversation with The Gay Sex Coach, Allen Marion. In this episode, Brian Janes and Mark Dembo dive into what it truly means for gay men to reclaim their sexual and relational power—especially after years of shame, guilt, and conditioning rooted in religious upbringing and minority stress. Together, they explore how shame compounds over time, often lingering long after coming out, and how it quietly fuels self-sabotage in dating, intimacy, and relationships. The conversation unpacks the complexities of sexual exploration, monogamy, and non-monogamy, while emphasizing the importance of slowing down, getting clear on personal desires, and letting go of heteronormative rules that no longer serve. Brian, Mark, and Allen also examine the realities of dating apps—ghosting, response times, emotional expectations, and intentionality—and why understanding your own emotional state before engaging online is crucial. They discuss the role of masturbation in relationships, normalizing it as a healthy form of self-connection rather than a taboo, and introduce the idea of a “relationship rule book” to prevent misunderstandings and unmet expectations. Throughout the episode, body image, self-perception, and the dynamics of casual sex and fuck buddies are addressed with nuance and compassion. At its core, this conversation is about authenticity: learning to communicate honestly, sit with ambiguity, and build connections rooted in self-acceptance rather than fear or performance. This episode sets the foundation for deeper exploration in Part Two—inviting listeners to reflect, unlearn, and reclaim their power with intention. Coming inside OUT is a safe space where listeners can find solidarity, inspiration, and the courage to embrace th…","meta_description":"Welcome to Part One of a powerful and deeply honest conversation with The Gay Sex Coach, Allen Marion. 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