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40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk.

Rick Clemons
Mental Health
Coming Out
Aging
LGBTQ Community
Authenticity
Masculinity
Sexuality
Gay Community
Self-Acceptance
LGBTQ+ Community
Sexual Health
Personal Growth
Loneliness
Intimacy
Mindfulness
AIDS Crisis
Relationships
LGBTQ Rights
Community Support
HIV

Welcome to the only podcast exploring the messiness, awesomeness, of masculinity of being a gay man over 40. Each episode is about sparking idea, addressing challenges, and diving deep into what it looks like to be a vulnerable gay guy. We talk about the stuff us gay guys have a hard time talking about, man-to-man: masculinity, sex, careers, our bodies, parenting, sexuality, failures, success, and... more

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Latest Episodes

You came out. You built the life. You survived decades when being a gay man was a risk, not a hashtag. So why are you still waiting for a sign-off on what you want?

Eric G. Reid, a 60-plus husband, father, writer, publisher and man of faith, knows ... more

Gay men are more discontent than ever, restless in relationships, careers, and everyday life, and Zac Russell says the reason isn't what happened to you, it's the story you keep rehearsing about it. He walks Rick through how patterns formed as early ... more

Tom Wang, known in the leather community as Spicy Tuna, and Mr. CSW Leather (2006) survived homelessness and an abusive relationship before helping produce the Mr. CSW Leather Contest, only to spend years witnessing gay Asian men being called "Chopst... more

Book bans are back, and children's author Greg Howard is fighting to give queer kids something most gay men over 40 never got: proof, on the page, that they weren't alone. Greg writes YA and middle grade fiction confronting grief, identity, and found... more

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Recent Guests

Zac Russell
Coach helping people find peace, presence and contentment by letting go of limiting stories
Episode: Why Gay Men Keep “Figuring It Out” Instead of Letting Go and Going for It — Zac Russell
Tom Wang
Taiwanese American writer, healthcare professional, and memoirist
Episode: The Gay Asian Mr. Leather Titleholder Who Refused to Be a Type – Tom Wang
Greg Howard
Author focused on queer kids and middle grade readers
Author, greghowardbooks.com
Episode: Hate Mail, Death Threats, and Kids’ Books: Greg Howard on Why Representation Still Matters
Eric Hodgson
Founder/lead at Outbound travel company
Outbound
Episode: Eric Hodgson on LGBTQ+ Travel, Safe Spaces, and Using Gay Vacations to Connect
Dwight Allen O'Neal
Guest, author of Death of the Field Team
Beauty industry professional
Episode: Future-Proof Your Gay Self: Dwight Allen O’Neal on Reinvention, Self-Love, and Knowing When To Evolve
John Auten-Schneider
Co-host of Queer Money Podcast, financial educator
Queer Money Podcast
Episode: Stop Being Fabulously Broke: David and John Auten-Schneider on Gay Men, Money, and Retirement
David Auten-Schneider
Co-host of Queer Money Podcast, financial educator
Queer Money Podcast
Episode: Stop Being Fabulously Broke: David and John Auten-Schneider on Gay Men, Money, and Retirement
John Ball
Brit living in Spain; the guest on the episode
Brit living in Spain
Episode: John Ball: The Closet Gets A Better Outfit
Tyler Wasson
Author of Queering Connection, nature-based journey to transform loneliness into belonging
Author, Queering Connection
Episode: Tyler Wasson: Loneliness Is Lying To You

Host

Rick Clemens
Host of the show who welcomes guests and steers the conversation

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 248 ratings
  • Annoying

    As others have noted, this host does more talking about himself than letting his guests speak. I found it so annoying that I turned it off after 10 minutes. Sad, as the niche could use a great podcast, but this isn’t it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    J D u b y a
    United Statesa month ago
  • Not really relevant to me as a gay man in my mid 40s. Just irrelevant chatter really.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    L
    2 months ago
  • 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    The show is great. It’s like just hanging out with wiser gay buddies. It’s a wonderful journey to be on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    As scs
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you for having me!

    Thank you so much, Rick, for having me on your podcast. I genuinely enjoyed our conversation and appreciated the thoughtful, open space you created to explore these topics!!

    Your questions made for a meaningful conversation and I hope listeners walk away feeling less ashamed and better equipped to understand what their bodies have been trying to tell them :-)

    Thank you again for the invitation. It was truly a pleasure & I'd love the opportunity to join you again in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fran Frye
    United States4 months ago
  • Let your guests shine

    Rick,

    As a gay elder who has spent a career in education and mental health I was hoping to fall in love with this podcast. Instead I find myself irritated and annoyed with your self promoting. Each time you interview a guest you continue to take over the conversation with your own personal experiences and stories. Ex. “I did this wonderful thing with a client, I give 10% of my trip costs to LGBTQ advocacy, etc.”

    It becomes more about you than the podcast subject matter or the guests and informa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NickW1968
    United States5 months ago

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Some criticism notes the host can dominate conversations, though many reviews highlight strong interview quality and meaningful content.
Listeners praise the host for thoughtful, honest conversations and practical takeaways.
Guests and topics are described as relatable and valuable for navigating life as a gay man over 40.

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Why Gay Men Keep “Figuring It Out” Instead of Letting Go and Going for It — Zac Russell
Q: What got you into this exploration yourself? What was the journey that brought you into this work?
Russell says decades of suffering and being caught in a self-righteous, opinionated view of himself and how life should be led him to this work.
Why Gay Men Keep “Figuring It Out” Instead of Letting Go and Going for It — Zac Russell
Q: How do you help people move out of that past, get into the present so they can see things clearly?
Russell says he does not offer a technique for getting out of the past. He helps people notice recurring emotional patterns, trace them through different areas of life, and let go of the stories and rumination attached to them.
The Gay Asian Mr. Leather Titleholder Who Refused to Be a Type – Tom Wang
Q: What do you hope to bring to the world with your book? What would you most what would be that thing? Like if I can just bring this?
Wang wants to tell his story in Tears of the Desert Rose and encourage others to tell theirs. He plans further writing, including Politics of Desire, and shares personal stories and observations on Substack.
The Gay Asian Mr. Leather Titleholder Who Refused to Be a Type – Tom Wang
Q: There has had to have been so many challenges of being Asian, gay, let's just go there. There has had to have been shit you've gone through that can take a whole hour of our conversation, right?
Wang describes encountering fetishization and racial stereotypes in gay dating and leather spaces, including assumptions about Asian men's bodies and sexuality. He also recounts being challenged about World War II history while trying to learn about leather culture.
Future-Proof Your Gay Self: Dwight Allen O’Neal on Reinvention, Self-Love, and Knowing When To Evolve
Q: What keeps you going in a demanding industry?
Dwight cites resilience built from family work ethic, curiosity, and a refusal to settle, emphasizing reinvention as a constant practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk.

What is 40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk. about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on men's experiences as gay adults aged 40 and up, tackling topics from sexuality, intimacy, and aging to careers, masculinity, and relationships. Conversations are intimate, often vulnerable, and grounded in real-world experiences, with guests ranging from authors and activists to therapists and educators who bring practical wisdom to living authentically. A standout pattern is the mix of personal storytelling with actionable guidance, plus a consistently supportive host who guides meaningful, no-nonsense dialogue. The format tends to be topic-focused and accessible, making it a solid fit for listeners seeking frank discussions about navigating life as a gay man over 40 and for brands seeking empathetic, relationship-forw... more

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1. Zac Russell
2. Tom Wang
3. Greg Howard
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5. Dwight Allen O'Neal
6. John Auten-Schneider
7. David Auten-Schneider
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