Queer Love Stories
By: Eden Heath
Language: en-gb
Categories: Society, Culture, Relationships, Education, Self Improvement, Health, Fitness
Growing up under the shadow of Section 28, I never thought love—or a full, authentic life—was possible for someone like me. Suppressing my true self until my late twenties, I found that love stories for people like us were rare—so I decided to create a space where they could thrive.Dubbed the “THE gay Carrie Bradshaw of the 2020s,” I share my own dating highs and heartbreaks alongside real, heartfelt stories from the LGBTQ+ community. From romance and friendship to chosen family and self-love, Queer Love Stories celebrates the connections that define and inspire us.Each episode offers moments of...
Episodes
My Dating Wrapped 2025
Jan 08, 2026Chaotic, unhinged, and unnecessary. Come and hear all about my dating history through 2025.
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Duration: 00:32:48Honey G: "Before the X Factor I was in a very dark place..." Coming out and finding self acceptance in the public eye
Jan 01, 2026TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual Assault
Honey G was One of the most Googled people in 2016/2017 and broke the internet during the live shows of X Factor 2016 where she came in 5th place.
Mentored by Sharon Osbourne and with the endorsement of Snoop Dog and 50 Cent the first song Honey G performed on the live shows California Love shot straight to No 1 on the Spotify UK 50 Viral charts. The song features her famous slogan and she co-wrote this version for X Factor 2016.
The Honey G show, released under Syco shot to No 7 on the iTunes...
Duration: 00:50:36Glinda is for everyone who never gets chosen first
Dec 30, 2025Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
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Duration: 00:26:01West End Girl & waking up from an emotional nap
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Duration: 00:20:09Manchester is so small & what I want in a partner
Nov 06, 2025Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
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Duration: 00:25:25Rosie Wilby: "72% of same-sex divorces are between women..." The Queen of break-ups talks marriage, monogamy and how to survive a break-up in the LGBTQ+ community
Oct 16, 2025Rosie Wilby is an award-winning comedian, author, speaker and broadcaster who has appeared many times on BBC Radio 4 programmes including Woman’s Hour, Saturday Live and Four Thought, TV programmes including Good Morning Britain and Sunday Morning Live and at major festivals around the world. Her latest book The Breakup Monologues combines humour, heartache and science to investigate how on earth to actively stay in a happy, healthy, compassionate relationship in the modern age of ghosting, breadcrumbing and Tinder. It has been described by Red Magazine as a ‘gem of a book’ and is inspired by Rosie’s podcast of the s...
Duration: 01:04:54Beauty standards for gay men & stepping into the spotlight
Oct 09, 2025Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
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Duration: 00:30:18Letting go and embracing new beginnings
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Duration: 00:13:51One year on after heartbreak...
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Duration: 00:20:15Eden & Eimear answer YOUR dating dilemmas!
Mar 27, 2025Find out where you're getting stuck in your dating!
Queer Love Stories and Kindling Dating have teamed up to answer your dating dilemmas.
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
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DATING REHAB: Setting my future relationship goal, how to nurture an emotional connection + forgiving people for the past
Dec 24, 2024Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
Heartbreak is so last season, and I've teamed up with Eimear from Kindling Dating Coaching to transform my dating life over the next six weeks. Each week I'll review my learnings and how I've put them into practise.
In this final episode, I set myself a relationship go for the future and delve into how my inability to truly forgive might be holding me back from happiness. I also discuss how I'm struggle to grow the emotional connection with my current date.
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DATING REHAB: Letting go of control and judgement in relationships, discovering NATO dating + talking to 100 strangers
Dec 17, 2024Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
Heartbreak is so last season, and I've teamed up with Eimear from Kindling Dating Coaching to transform my dating life over the next six weeks. Each week I'll review my learnings and how I've put them into practise.
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
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DATING REHAB: Letting go of past hurt, the science behind subliminals + what makes a good date
Dec 10, 2024Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
Heartbreak is so last season, and I've teamed up with Eimear from Kindling Dating Coaching to transform my dating life over the next six weeks. Each week I'll review my learnings and how I've put them into practise.
In this episode I delve into the wonderful world of visualisation, affirmation and subliminal messaging. You can download my subliminals for believing in love, healing from heartbreak and creating self confidence on Etsy.
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DATING REHAB: How to recover after being told you're TOO MUCH, noticing self-sabotage + finding security in relationships
Dec 03, 2024Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
Heartbreak is so last season, and I've teamed up with Eimear from Kindling Dating Coaching to transform my dating life over the next six weeks. Each week I'll review my learnings and how I've put them into practise.
In this episode I uncover the negative story I tell myself when it comes to relationships and how previous relationships have impacted how I view myself going forward.
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
DATING REHAB: Tackling my limiting beliefs, the power of visualisation + sending the perfect rejection text
Nov 26, 2024Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
Heartbreak is so last season, and I've teamed up with Eimear from Kindling Dating Coaching to transform my dating life over the next six weeks. Each week I'll review my learnings and how I've put them into practise.
In this episode I get to the bottom of my limiting beliefs when it comes to a relationship and what might be holding be back. We combat this by chatting about visualisation and how it can benefit focusing on how I want to feel in a relationship.
DATING REHAB: Getting real about my relationship anxiety and commitment issues
Nov 19, 2024Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗
Heartbreak is so last season, and I've teamed up with Eimear from Kindling Dating Coaching to transform my dating life over the next six weeks. Each week I'll review my learnings and how I've put them into practise.
In this episode we get real about what I actually want from a relationship and how relationship anxiety is stopping me from forming long lasting romantic connections.
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
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LIFE UPDATE: I’ve got a blank space…
Nov 14, 2024[RECORDED 8th OCTOBER 2024]
Just a little life update from me about season three, my current circumstances and an upcoming mini-series.
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HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: Looking to the future after a breakup and my updated breakup playlist
Oct 22, 2024This week is the FINAL episode of the Heartbreak Chronicles (for now...) and I get into what the future holds for me on my journey and give you my updated breakup tracks seven weeks after it happened.
Listen to Eden's ULTIMATE BREAKUP ANTHEMS PLAYLIST ❤️🩹
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️
These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only human...
HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: How to remain friends with an ex after a breakup
Oct 15, 2024This week I discuss the steps to remaining friends with an ex after a breakup, and if you should even bother! Sometimes it's not always right to stay friends if you can avoid it.
Listen to Eden's ULTIMATE BREAKUP ANTHEMS PLAYLIST ❤️🩹
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️
These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only human and my feeli...
HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: How to reclaim your identity after a breakup
Oct 08, 2024This week I chat through my fun weekend at Manchester Pride, the mischief I got up to and how I've started to reclaim my interests and identity after my breakup.
Listen to Eden's ULTIMATE BREAKUP ANTHEMS PLAYLIST ❤️🩹
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️
These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only human and my feelings might have changed...
HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: Spotting the signs of codependency in a relationship
Oct 01, 2024This week I give you secondhand therapy, courtesy of my therapist, on the scale of independence. I break down the signs of codependency in relationships and how to retain your independence whilst striving for interdependence.
Listen to Eden's ULTIMATE BREAKUP ANTHEMS PLAYLIST ❤️🩹
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️
These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only human and my...
HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: The real reason why my relationship ended...
Sep 24, 2024This week I get real deep and reflect on the self-sabotaging patterns I seem to repeat in relationships, but the bets part is by noticing them I can make changes in the future to have healthy, long-lasting relationships.
Listen to Eden's ULTIMATE BREAKUP ANTHEMS PLAYLIST ❤️🩹
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️
These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only hu...
HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: My top 10 breakup songs to create the ultimate breakup playlist
Sep 17, 2024This week I talk music and go through my top ten breakup tracks from bad bitch anthems to sad girl crythems. Let me know your favourite tracks so I can add them to the Queer Love Stories playlist.
Listen to Eden's ULTIMATE BREAKUP ANTHEMS PLAYLIST ❤️🩹
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️
These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only hu...
HEARTBREAK CHRONICLES: How to survive the stages of grief after a breakup
Sep 10, 2024This week I go through the varying emotions I've experienced in the first few days post breakup, as well as my coping mechanisms and the biggest struggles.
You can send me your dilemmas by direct message or by emailing hello@edenheath.co.uk
❗️ DISCLAIMER ❗️ These episodes were recorded in the immediate aftermath of my breakup and only show my version of events. Although the thoughts, feelings and realisations are authentic to me, I'm only human and my feelings might have changed as I've gone through the healing process.
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LIFE UPDATE: It's been a cruel summer...
Sep 05, 2024[RECORDED 29th JULY 2024]
Just a little life update from me about season three, my current circumstances and an upcoming mini-series.
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Eden funds this podcast to bring the highest quality content, the most interesting guests, and inspiring conversations while working full-time. Please support the podcast by checking out the links below:
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The Witch Blair: Challenging the stigma of an open relationship, dating in drag & Eden's live Tarot card reading
Jun 27, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
The Witch Blair is a drag performer, podcaster, and tarot card reader.
Growing up mixed-race in the late 90s and early 00s with both muslim and catholic family was challenging, especially when it came to navigating their pansexuality and non-binary identity.
They've been happily married for the last 8 years whilst discovering the joys of an open relationships and battling the stigma of polyamory.
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Kirsty & Natalie: Creating a thriving community, bisexuality & fragmentation within the LGBTQ+ community
Jun 20, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
Bi+ Leeds Social Group is a social space for Bisexual, Pansexual, Queer, exploring or otherwise people within Leeds to come together, attend events and create a thriving community.
They've been nominated at the National Diversity Awards for LGBT Community Organisation of the Year 2024 and have been an integral part of the Leeds Queer community.
The organisation is run by four inspiring individuals, and I'm joined by two of the key drivers who spearhead the project.
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Kaue & Ryan: Creating LGBTQ+ allies through sport, buying Keighley Cougars Rugby Club and battling transphobia
Jun 13, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
In January 2019, Keighley Cougars Rugby club was saved from the brink of extinction by Ryan O’Neill and his husband Kaue Garcia.
The married couple became the first, and still to this date, only openly LGBTQ+ owners of a professional sports club outside of the United States of America.
Since taking over the club they've used their platform to champion LGBTQ+ rights, create a more inclusive sporting environment and have raised nearly six figures for LGBTQ+ charities, and will continue to do so as they look to mak...
Duration: 01:28:27Lewis Oakley: "Only 20% of bisexual people are out to all their family..." How to handle ignorance, discrimination and erasure as a bisexual
Jun 06, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
Lewis Oakley is one of the leading bisexual advocates in the UK, with his work in the LGBTQ space changing attitudes around what it means to be a bisexual man.
He appears regularly across radio, TV and podcasts including TalkTV, GB News and most notably, Queer Love Stories.
Lewis has successfully kept bisexuality in the media for over five years having written articles for leading publications such as the Metro, Attitude magazine, and Gay Times, as well as answering life problems in his successful column Ask a Bi D...
Duration: 01:20:20Rossi Lewis: "When you're totally independent, you're at your peak..." Ditching dating apps for six years, toxic relationships and redownloading Grindr
May 30, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
Rossi Lewis is a storyteller, content creator, social media manager, and newly appointed Clapham gay as of 2024.
For six years, Rossi has ditched dating apps in favour of organic meets and shares the hilarious outcome of his dates on his popular TikTok channel @its.me.rossi
On top of all that, he's a Jessie Ware superfan, a previous contestant on Discovery Plus' reality dating show, 'Written in the Stars,' and a bonified actor.
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Duration: 01:27:50Christina Maria Garcia: "The asylum system is broken..." Filing for asylum in the UK, being a trans ally + Racism in the Trans community
May 23, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
Christina Maria Garcia proud trans woman of colour and is a keen activist from the Caribbean living in the UK. She's doing brilliant work within the Trans and broader LGBTQ community.
Previously identifying as a gay man she came to the UK in 2015 for a holiday which took a turn and resulted in her filing for asylum.
Since moving to the UK she has rebuilt the relationship with her family and continues to inspire those around her.
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Kayleigh & Meg: How to start a family as an LGBTQ+ couple, handling early-pregnancy loss and breaking the traditions of marriage
May 16, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
Kayleigh and Meg are a fabulous Bisexual couple living in Leeds who had an unconventional start to their relationship story, followed by TWO proposals in Venice and a lovely little wedding last year. (with a big gay wedding pending)
In 2023 they launched their inspiring Instagram page @ourlittlegaylife to show the truth of their experience during their NHS fertility journey; including the obstacles they've faced, early pregnancy loss, and the reality of starting a family within the LGBTQ+ community.
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Jonathan Mayor: "You have to constantly reassess who you are..." Sustaining a long-term relationship through all phases of life
May 09, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
Jonathan Mayor is a huge cult figure in comedy, a Canal Street favourite, and quite frankly, a bit of a Manchester legend.
He was Sarah Millican’s go-to host and support act, MC’ing her new material nights: 'Sarah Millican and Friends,' and performing as the warm-up man for her television series: 'The Sarah Millican Television Show'.
Away from the comdey circuit he is happily married to the real-life former Sheriff of Nottingham and hosts the Manchester Pride Candlelight AIDS Vigil every year.
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Andy Downs: Breaking through a breakdown, manifesting love & the adoption process
May 02, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
From a young age, Andy Downs knew he wanted an exciting life. However, as he entered adolescence he knew there was something different about him.
As a teenager, he knew he was gay, but tried to suppress his sexuality and had accepted this was something he would need to do for the rest of his life.
Thankfully, he chose to be his authentic self which resulted in him meeting his now husband. Continuing his journey of self-discovery, Andy focused his attention on self-development before discovering the Law...
Duration: 01:12:32Ella Morgan: "Only two men have ever accepted me..." Making history on MAFSUK, being a trans advocate and dating after television
Apr 25, 2024GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️
History was made in Autumn 2023 when former cosmetic consultant, Ella Morgan, became the first Transgender Bride to take part in the hit reality show Married at First Sight UK.
Ella quickly became one of the show's most iconic contestants, and one of my personal favourites, for her vulnerability, honesty and all round-bad-bitch energy.
Since she was on MAFS, she's done magazine shoots, TV appearances and now uses her platform to share more about her transition journey and to advocate for trans rights.
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Aaron Parr: Eden gets a LIVE Tarot reading, How to remain friends with an ex, and managing grief after a break-up
Dec 14, 2023In our season finale, Aaron Parr takes us on a journey through his incredible story of finding love, grieving a break-up, and trying to remain friends.
The episode kicks off with a candid conversation on navigating friendships after a breakup, the challenges, and the importance of maintaining those connections. Aaron delves into his own experiences, offering insights and wisdom on coping with a rough breakup. Things take a mystical turn as Aaron surprises Eden with a tarot card reading, unraveling the mysteries of his past, present and future.
Get ready for a mix of laughter...
Andy Brennan: "I found comfort in being single..." Situationships, Self-confidence and Spice Girls
Dec 07, 2023In this heartwarming episode of Queer Love Stories, Eden sits down with the delightful Andy Brennan, a man whose journey from single life to marriage is nothing short of extraordinary. Join us as we delve into Andy's experiences, from the challenges of a toxic on-off situationship that tested his self-confidence to finding love at last.
Key Topics
- Navigating the ups and downs of toxic relationships
- Rebuilding self-confidence and banishing negativity
- Embracing self-discovery and personal growth
- The transformative power of meeting the love of his life
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Charlie Hagston: "Stick up for yourself because you deserve it!" From self-hatred to self-acceptance, embracing a non-binary identity and finding your tribe
Nov 30, 2023Charlie Hagston is a non-binary, autistic artist who discovered their passion for dance at the age of 9. Starting with jazz, tap, ballet, and freestyle, Charlie's heart found its true home in contemporary dance.
They now lead workshops at Leeds Dance Studio, providing a safe and welcoming space for everyone to express themselves through dance, regardless of their identity. Their mission is to create an inclusive environment for all individuals no matter what body they have.
In March 2020, Charlie began exploring their gender identity, embracing they/them pronouns and embarking on a journey of self-love with t...
Bridie Daniels: "1 in 5 LGBTQ+ people experience loneliness everyday" Finding friendship in adulthood, 15-minute friendships and pansexual representation
Nov 23, 2023Bridie Daniels is a digital marketer, keen baker, videogamer and activist living in Leeds.
In July 2023 they launched 15-minute friendships which is a social project designed to combat loneliness within the queer community through pop-up events in and around Leeds and West Yorkshire.
Throughout the conversation, we discussed the use of dating apps to make friends, the importance of community, pansexual and bisexual representation in tv, coming out and being non-binary.
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READING LIST
Throughou...
Voices from Leeds PRIDE 2023: Soraya Vivian, Rachel Fuller, STARS, Marigold Addams and more
Nov 16, 2023In this special episode of Queer Love Stories, our host Eden spoke with various voices across Leeds PRIDE 2023. Throughout the day they visited Walker Morris for the Out Together PRIDE pre-party, interviewed festival goers and spoke with performers such as Soraya Vivian, Rachel Fuller, STARS and Marigold Addams.
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READING LIST
Throughout this podcast, we mention incredible LGBTQ+ must-reads. By clicking the links below and purchasing the books you will support the podcast:
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Ross Buxton: "We focus on beauty, we focus on body... we don't focus on who someone actually is" Marriage, divorce and dating apps in the LGBTQ+ community
Nov 02, 2023Ross Buxton is a presenter, model and singer based in Cambridge. At the age of 23, he settled into married life expecting his happy ever after, but his husband didn't quite live up to his preconceived idea of the perfect partner. Now in his thirties, he has big opinions on the state of modern dating within the LGBTQ+ community and isn't afraid to share them.
Throughout the conversation, we discussed marriage and navigating life after divorce, using dating apps and acceptance within the community.
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Thro...
Chew & Jon: Merging expectations as an interracial couple, body dysmorphia and finding love in real life
Oct 26, 2023Chew and Jon are a beautiful fitness-orientated couple based in Leeds who have been together for the past six years. By day Chew is a Researcher in Infectious Disease, and Jon is a Primary School teacher. By night they share all things love, dating and fitness within the LGBTQ community on their popular Instagram account @Chewandjon.
Throughout the conversation, we discussed coming out, merging different cultures in an interracial relationship, fitness and body dysmorphia in the LGBTQ+ community and the importance of open communication.
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Matt Jameson: Representing the LGBTQ+ community on Married at First Sight UK
Oct 19, 2023Matt Jameson has over a decades worth of experience within the charity sector. He is an intrepid supporter of Prostate Cancer UK and the Operations Manager and an Ambassador for Out Together LGBTQ - The charity that creates a diverse, vibrant and enduring community, working to unite LGBTQ+ generations across Yorkshire.
On top of his inspirational work for the community he also fearlessly put his fate into the hands of TV producers as he married a total stranger on season 6 of Channel 4's Married At First Sight UK.
Throughout the conversation, we discussed co...
Duration: 01:14:12Michael C Wearing: "I was desperate for love because I wanted someone to fix me" Finding safety and acceptance after coming out
Oct 12, 2023TRIGGER WARNING: Homophobia, bullying, grief, addiction and loss.
Michael C Wearing is an Empowerment Coach and Speaker who supports people from the LGBTQ+ Community through his work. He empowers others to love themselves, build confidence and attract the life of happiness and fulfilment that they deserve. In addition to this he is the host of the 'Coming into who you are' podcast where people from the community share their lived experiences each week to inspire others.
Throughout the conversation, we discussed coming out, setting healthy boundaries, hitting rock bottom with addiction, navigating grief...
Daniel Browne: "The best way to be a role model is to be yourself" Finding self-confidence after an unfulfilling relationship
Oct 05, 2023Daniel Browne is a charity worker turned personal trainer, and the co-founder of The Leeds People's Gym, an inclusive space that opened in Autumn 2023. He spent a whole decade in an emotionally unfulfilling relationship before coming to terms with his sexuality at age thirty and finally finding the love he truly deserves.
Throughout the conversation, we discussed dealing with body image, difficult relationships, infidelity and navigating a break-up into a new relationship.
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READING LIST
Throughout this podcast, we men...
Alexis Caught: "We are all raised to be homophobic..." Why LGBTQ+ folk are 52% more likely to experience negative mental health
Sep 28, 2023Alexis Caught is an award-winning podcaster, writer, rugby player, and all-around powerhouse. In January 2022, Alexis released the uplifting book "Queer Up," designed to empower LGBTQ+ teens on their journey of self-discovery in the modern age.
On top of all this, Caught is also an activist, speaker, psychotherapist, and passionate advocate for positive mental health. On the surface he is the epitome of success, using his platform to inspire others to ignite positive change, however, in this conversation he opens up about his early struggles as an effeminate young boy in a close-minded community.
Throughout our di...
Alex Woolhouse: "Your greatest love story is YOU!" Dating tips for the modern woman
Sep 21, 2023Alex Woolhouse is a writer, model, radio host and serial dater living in London. She's the host of the hilarious How Not to Get a Boyfriend podcast where she spills the tea on her dating escapades whilst on the hunt for love.
During our conversation, Woolhouse delves into the intricacies of modern dating for a young woman in London navigating her post-transition life. Highlighting how to handle rejection, her non-negotiables when telling a potential lover she is trans and the all-important what love means to her.
You can follow Alex on Instagram @alexwoolly and hear...
Welcome To Queer Love Stories! (Start Here)
Sep 12, 2023Welcome to the brand new Queer Love Stories! A podcast where we dive into the real stories of love, relationships, and empowerment within the LGBTQ+.
Picture this: TV, film, and media consistently portraying queer romance in shades of either promiscuity, pain, or shame.
Growing up gay in the nineties, under the shadow of Section 28, I never thought love was in my future. The lack of role models or positive stories led me to suppress my sexuality until my late twenties.
But today, we're rewriting that narrative. Welcome to "Queer Love Stories," a podcast b...
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