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Real people. Unique Stories.Coming Out Stories will take you to one the most important moments in many people’s lives. It will perch you on sofas in suburban sitting rooms, stand you in front of officials' desks, put you at the centre of a crowd in a noisy classroom, everywhere where these conversations have happened. It doesn’t even matter if you haven’t had a conversation like this yourself, or ... more

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The moment Christina saw a woman looking back at her in the mirror changed everything. "I can't really describe the euphoria," she reveals. "It was like finding something I didn't know was missing."

Christina's journey began with childhood signs tha... more

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When Patrick Kitana Ettenes bluntly told his father "I suck dick, daddy" at 15 years old, it marked just one turning point in a life brimming with extraordinary challenges and triumphs. Born in Barbados in 1983 to a Dutch father and Trinidadian mothe... more

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What happens when you've spent nearly seven decades hiding your true self? Wendy Cole's story is a testament to courage, resilience, and the transformative power of authenticity.

Born in the late 1940s, Wendy knew from age three that she was a girl,... more

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Welcome back to Coming Out Stories after our six-month hiatus! As our seventh year begins, there have been moments when giving up seemed tempting. But looking at the increasingly hostile world around us, it's clear that now is precisely the time thes... more

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Kuchenga Shenjé
A trans woman, writer, journalist, and speaker with a debut novel 'The Library Thief'.
Episode: Staying True: Kuchenga Shenjé's Journey of Identity, Resilience, and Creative Expression
Simon James Green
Children's and young adult author dedicated to positive LGBTQ representation
Episode: How to *not* come out (and still live authentically!) Meet the YA author who has had his books banned
Dean Atta
Award-winning author known for his novels aimed at kids and young adults, as well as his first adult memoir.
Episode: Dean Atta: The Challenges of Growing Up Queer
Jordan Gonsalves
Podcaster and journalist sharing experiences of growing up LGBTQ+ in Texas
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Episode: Jordan Gonsalves: Growing Up LGBTQ+ in Conservative Texas
Kevin O'Connor
An author and a gay man who came out at 55.
Episode: Kevin: The Transformative Power of Coming Out Later in Life
Robert Tregoning
A successful children's author and advocate for queer representation in literature
Episode: Love, Literature, and Living Authentically with Robert Tregoning
Anna DeShawn
Black queer woman and social entrepreneur who's involved in radio and podcasting
Episode: Fostering Belonging: Anna DeShawn’s Journey Through Queer Identity and Media
Kirsty Law
Author of A Short History of Queer Women
Episode: Kirsty: Embracing Queerness on a Manchester Council Estate
Anne Algar
A pioneer lesbian activist and mother who has campaigned for women's rights and visibility in the LGBTQ+ community.
Episode: Braving the Past, Embracing the Future: Ann's Journey of Identity, Activism and Advocacy for other lesbian mothers.

Host

Emma Goswell
Host of Coming Out Stories, known for her empathy and engaging interview style that draws out rich narratives from guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings
  • So helpful

    I started listening to this podcast to learn about myself (which I did) but now I’m hooked and absolutely love tuning in to learn about the stories of others. Never a dull episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ok 173
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Thank you!

    I loved talking to Emma so much! Thank you, so much for having me on the show!

    I have loved so many episodes, and it is a pleasure to be apart of it.

    Andrew xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fleweyactually
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Should be used as an education tool

    This podcast would be an amazing educational tool for those who are unaware of the issues LGBTQ+ people face. What an inspiring, motivating, enlightening listen. Emma is a fantastic host and these guests are incredibly brave to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChesterTheJester
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    More people should listen to this. Both LGBTQIA+ people and LGBTQIA-phobic people (so they can learn our struggles and hopefully will at least not bother us anymore) <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kei N.
    Sweden4 years ago
  • These stories are entertaining and educational. A great collection of stories. A must listen by all. Amazing journey.

    Audible
    5
    David P. Stewart
    United States5 years ago

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The host's interviewing style is often praised for being engaging and respectful, creating a safe space for guests to share their stories.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its inspirational and educational content, highlighting the emotional stories shared by guests.
Many find it to be a supportive tool for those navigating their own coming out journeys, expressing that it fosters empathy and understanding.

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"The girl in the mirror was finally looking back at me" One trans woman's journey.
Q: What was their reaction?
I told them I was on antidepressants and tried to explain my feelings, but it was difficult to convey my true identity.
"The girl in the mirror was finally looking back at me" One trans woman's journey.
Q: When was the first time that you verbalized that you were trans?
The first time I really got to grips with it was at university when I started to research and decided to tell my GP.
Finding Pride in Barbados: Patrick's Journey Through Sexuality, Gender, and Dementia
Q: What was the story around your diagnosis of early onset dementia?
Patrick shares that he was misdiagnosed for years before a chance brain scan revealed the extent of his condition, indicating significant brain wastage.
Finding Pride in Barbados: Patrick's Journey Through Sexuality, Gender, and Dementia
Q: Can I ask, how is it coming to this country and meeting other gay men?
Patrick reflects on the challenges of growing up in Barbados with minimal support and notes the privilege some gay men in the UK have, but acknowledges that struggles still exist.
The Undying Spirit of Juno Roche: Conquering Adversity in the Trans World
Q: What would you say to a young trans person listening to this, who's having to navigate a very difficult world for trans people at the moment?
I would say, block that out, because you are already amazing and bravely changing everything around you.

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The podcast presents intimate stories from individuals reflecting on their unique coming out experiences, highlighting the challenges and triumphs associated with self-acceptance and identity. Episodes feature guests from diverse backgrounds, sharing personal journeys that often encompass themes of love, mental health, resilience, and societal pressures related to sexuality and gender identity. Each narrative engrosses the listener in the emotional landscape of coming out, providing a space for understanding and connection that resonates with both members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies, making it a valuable resource for education and empathy.

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1. Coming Out Late
2. Coming Inside OUT: An LGBTQ podcast uplifting gay fathers, men, and those exploring their sexuality.
3. Lesbian Chronicles: Coming Out Later in Life
4. Crime Junkie
5. All Out in the Open

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Recent guests on Coming Out Stories include:

1. Kuchenga Shenjé
2. Simon James Green
3. Dean Atta
4. Jordan Gonsalves
5. Kevin O'Connor
6. Robert Tregoning
7. Anna DeShawn
8. Kirsty Law

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