All Out in the Open

Latest Episodes:

Classic Episode: Is There a Place for Me at Church? Jun 28, 2023

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Ben, Charlie, and McKay Bryson have a raw conversation about what it's like to be a gay member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Classic Episode: How Can We Prevent LGBTQ Suicide? Jun 20, 2023

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Suicidal ideation is very common and can surface in unexpected ways. This week we are joined by Taryn Hiatt, the Area Director for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We talk about myths surrounding suicide, warning signs, and practical steps anyone can take when life feels overwhelming. Please do not miss this important episode. For further education, extra resources, and advice on how to change our culture around suicide and mental health, you can visit Utah's suicide prevention coalition at liveonutah.org.

Classic Episode: How do I Reconcile my Patriarchal Blessing? Jun 06, 2023

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What happens when you're LGBTQ/SSA but your patriarchal blessing mentions temple marriage? Dr. Richard Bushman, author, professor, scripture historian, and stake patriarch, joins us this week for an important discussion on how to reconcile sexual orientation with promises mentioned in a patriarchal blessing. Don't miss this episode!

Bonus: Season 4 Wrapped! May 09, 2023

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Season 4 has come to a close. Ben, Charlie, and Sound Guy Mike talk about their favorite moments of the season, as well as what to look forward to for the next!

How Does Coming out Affect my Parents? May 02, 2023

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Allison Dayton joins Ben and Charlie to talk about a mother's perspective when their child comes out.

Bonus: Announcing the Gather Conference! Apr 25, 2023

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Ben and Charlie announce the Gather Conference. Find out more at gather-conference.com

How Do I Build Community? Apr 11, 2023

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In this episode Nadia and Nori join Ben and Charlie to discuss what it's like growing up as part of an immigrant family, and how it parallels the LGBTQ experience in many ways.

How do I Navigate the Gay Adolescence? Apr 04, 2023

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Trigger Warning: S. A.
In this episode, Molly Flake joins Ben and Charlie to discuss what the gay adolescence is and how she has navigated it.

How Could Coming Out Affect My Marriage? Mar 28, 2023

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In this Episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Liv to discuss how coming out as queer affected her marriage with her husband.

How can I Find Joy in the Temple as an LGBTQ Individual? Mar 21, 2023

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In this episode, Ben and Charlie discuss how they feel when they go to the temple and what they get out of attending.