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Big Mood, Little Mood with Daniel M. Lavery

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Every week, Danny M. Lavery brings on a guest to answer questions from listeners before diving into conversation about relationships, dissatisfaction, drives, regrets, estrangement, embarrassment, self-assessments, and feelings from the monumental to the minute.

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This week, Jules Gill-Peterson sits down with Owen Dempsey, the founder of Quest Healing House, a post-op recovery home providing safe, affordable lodging and wraparound support for transmasculine people. They discuss how Quest House, began, the urge... more

Bryan Lowder talks with writer and scholar Lucas Wilson about his new book, Shame Sex: Survivors’ Stories of Conversion Therapy. They chat about Wilson’s experience navigating same-sex attraction while on an evangelical path, experiencing conversion ... more

This week, Christina Cauterucci explores the intimate connections between queer identity and the natural world with Bryn Mawr professor Kate Thomas. In this episode, we journey through the lives of Florence Blood and Princess Ghika, two enigmatic les... more

This week, Bryan Lowder chats with Michael Andor Brodeur, author of Swole: The Making of Men and the Meaning of Muscle, to unpack the complex intersections of fitness, masculinity, and queer identity. From the sweaty intimacy of the gym to the charge... more

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Recent Guests

Owen Dempsey
Executive Director of Quest House, dedicated to supporting the trans community through life-saving transition care
Quest House
Episode: Outward | Creating A Home for Trans Surgery Recovery
Lucas FW. Wilson
Scholar of religion, literature, history, and conversion therapy survivor
University of Toronto Mississauga
Episode: Outward: Conversion Therapy and Survival with Lucas Wilson
Kate Thomas
Professor of English literature and queer studies at Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr College
Episode: Outward: How Lesbian Artists Turned Renaissance Ruins Into Queer Spaces with Kate Thomas
Michael Andor Brodeur
Classical music critic at the Washington Post and author.
Washington Post
Episode: Outward: Masculinity and Muscles with Michael Andor Brodeur
Ben Miller
A writer and historian living in Berlin.
Episode: Outward: Gays in the Woods: History and Identity with Ben Miller
Raquel Willis
Writer, editor, and activist
Author of The Risk It Takes to Bloom
Episode: Outward: Building Movements with Gender Liberation March Organizers Raquel Willis and Eliel Cruz
Eliel Cruz
Organizer, speaker, and writer
Gay Times Magazine columnist
Episode: Outward: Building Movements with Gender Liberation March Organizers Raquel Willis and Eliel Cruz
Frankie de la Cretaz
Freelance writer covering sports, gender, culture, and queerness
Episode: Outward: The WNBA’s Very Big Year: New Fandom, Renewed Homophobia? with Frankie de la Cretaz
Marwan Kaabour
Graphic designer, artist, writer, and founder of TaQueer
TaQueer
Episode: Outward: What Arabic LGBTQ+ Slang Tells Us with Marwan Kaabour

Host

Daniel M. Lavery
Host of Big Mood, Little Mood, Daniel M. Lavery brings a thoughtful and compassionate approach to discussions on relationships and emotional well-being, frequently inviting guests to share insights on listener-submitted questions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • my emotional support podcast :’)

    big mood, little mood has been my emotional support podcast for the past 3 years (starting when danny was dear prudence) and i am on the one hand despondent to hear of its ending, but on the other i respect and support danny’s choice to move on to other projects! it has meant so much to have a podcast that satisfies my unending need for gossip & on which the host and guest also have such consistently good takes that align with my values/worldview/interests. when my friends ask me for advice i th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    circedel
    United States2 years ago
  • Wisdom

    I love Danny and have learned so much about how to be a good human from him over the years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ughnicknames111
    United States2 years ago
  • Love Danny, guests are hit-or-mess

    Danny gives thoughtful, eloquent advice, and I really enjoyed his book as well. His guests, however, can be pretty hit-or-miss. It’d be great if he can invite more guests whose expertise or lived experience is relevant to giving advice (eg the psychologists and social workers tend to be good), versus writers and other podcasters who can sometimes give questionable advice at best, and sound apathetic or sarcastic at worst.

    While I enjoy being introduced to artists I did not know, I’m not sure p... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Anais Bea
    United States2 years ago
  • I love it!

    Daniel gives insightful, smart, and compassionate advice. He responds to letter writers with depth and intelligence and it’s a pleasure to listen to him guide folks as they grapple with some of life’s toughest challenges. Definitely worth a listen. Thank you, Danny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shennybear
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love the podcast

    But I wish he picked “juicer” letters more frequently. Some of them are boring and have predictable answers/responses

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Masen Everson S.
    United States2 years ago

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Some feedback points to the inconsistency of guest contributions, with listeners requesting a tighter focus on relevant expertise.
Many have found comfort in the content, describing it as their 'emotional support podcast.'
Listeners commend the host for providing thoughtful, compassionate advice that resonates with their own experiences.
While many appreciate the conversational format, a subset of listeners find it occasionally meandering or overly lengthy.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Outward | Creating A Home for Trans Surgery Recovery
Q: How did COVID impact the services provided by Quest House?
COVID led to the untimely closure of the original Quest House, highlighting the need for such spaces, as many individuals faced cancellations and isolation during their surgery recovery periods.
Outward | Creating A Home for Trans Surgery Recovery
Q: What kind of led to the founding of Quest House and what were its initial goals?
Quest House was established by two trans men who wanted to create a supportive environment for others undergoing gender-affirming surgeries, serving both their joys and challenges.
Outward: Conversion Therapy and Survival with Lucas Wilson
Q: What are the experiences of other individuals who underwent conversion therapy?
Lucas delves into various testimonies from his book, emphasizing the psychological manipulation and emotional abuse faced by survivors, showcasing that conversion therapy often involves coercion and deep emotional harm.
Outward: Conversion Therapy and Survival with Lucas Wilson
Q: Can you share your personal experience with conversion therapy at Liberty University?
Lucas recounts his journey of attending Liberty University for conversion therapy, reflecting on the conflict between his faith and his sexuality, and how he initially believed it would help him become straight.
Outward: How Lesbian Artists Turned Renaissance Ruins Into Queer Spaces with Kate Thomas
Q: Why do you think landscape development, landscape architecture and sexuality or lesbianism should be discussed together?
Landscape architecture often gets overlooked in queer studies, yet it can reflect desire and the personal expressions of marginalized communities, making it crucial to connect the two.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Mood, Little Mood

What is Big Mood, Little Mood about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the complexities of human relationships and emotional well-being, this podcast engages its audience by addressing listener-submitted questions covering a wide range of topics such as dating, regret, self-assessment, and social dynamics. Each episode features a guest who brings unique insights, ensuring rich discussions that resonate with listeners' personal experiences.

This show stands out for its combination of humor and depth, as the host navigates through the monumental and minute aspects of personal and societal feelings with thoughtfulness and candor. Listeners likely appreciate the relatable advice and the variety of perspectives shared, making it a comforting and engaging space for exploring the nuances of life and relat... more

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1. Owen Dempsey
2. Lucas FW. Wilson
3. Kate Thomas
4. Michael Andor Brodeur
5. Ben Miller
6. Raquel Willis
7. Eliel Cruz
8. Frankie de la Cretaz

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