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Everything & Anything...and a bit gay Podcast

Zach Randles-Friedman
LGBTQ+ Community
Mental Health
LGBTQ+ Rights
Transgender Rights
LGBTQ+
Spirituality
Personal Growth
Social Media
New York City
Boston
Coming Out
Psychedelic Therapy
Missing Persons
Trauma Healing
Grief
Meditation
Skincare
Past Life Regression
Self-Discovery
Reincarnation

Join your host, Zach Randles-Friedman, for engaging conversations that delves into a myriad of topics, offering heartfelt stories from the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. Tune in for an inclusive blend of personal anecdotes, thought-provoking insights, and empowering narratives that embrace the richness of diversity and allyship with many laughs.

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Grant Ginder
Author of So Old, So Young
Author (So Old, So Young)
Episode: Ep. 237: Grant Ginder: New Baby, New Book & Aging as a Gay Man | So Old, So Young
Dr. Han Ren
Psychologist specializing in liberation psychology, author of The Hyphenated Life
Private practice in Austin, Texas
Episode: Ep. 234: The Hyphenated Life: Dr. Han on Intersectional Identity & Mental Health
David Archuleta
Singer, author of Devout, LGBTQ+ advocate
Independent artist
Episode: Ep. 233: David Archuleta on Faith, Coming Out & Sexual Health Advocacy
Kevin James Thornton
Author, comedian, musician; wrote a memoir Big Baby
Self-published/book author
Episode: Ep. 232: Kevin James Thornton on Big Baby, Coming Out Late & Finding Fame at 50
Spencer Thomas
Author, NYU graduate, journalist, influencer, writer
Episode: Ep. 230: From Small-Town Connecticut to over 200K Followers — Spencer Thomas
Dani Kelly
Dancer, studio founder, content creator, and podcaster from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, now based in Los Angeles
Creation Studios, Be Live with Dani Kelly
Episode: Ep. 227: From Rio to LA: Brazilian Dancer Dani Ke'lly on Samba, Survival & Reinvention
Max Reader
Healer and proponent of mind-based healing through Qigong and internal alchemy
Quantum Mind Community
Episode: Ep. 226: He Healed His Body With His Mind — Navy Vet Max Reeder on Quantum Healing
Justin Elizabeth Sayer
Performer and writer; organizer of Night of a Thousand Judys
Episode: Ep. 225: Night of a Thousand Judys | Justin Elizabeth Sayer on Judy Garland, Queer History & Cabaret NYC
Con Chapman
Local author and subject of the interview
Author of Queer-Street: The Curious Connections Between Boxing and the Homoerotic
Episode: Ep. 224: Boxing, Homosexuality & History: The Surprising Connection | Con Chapman

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Zach Randles-Friedman
Host of Everything & Anything...and a bit gay Podcast

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Soulful, Honest, and Heart-Opening

    Zach is a thoughtful and engaging host who brings out honest, meaningful conversations with ease. Zach brings heart, curiosity, humor, and depth to the mic, making the listener feel like they’re part of a soulful conversation with a trusted friend. This podcast offers a refreshing mix of depth, warmth, and practical wisdom for anyone interested in love, relationships, healing, and personal growth. A beautiful listen that leaves you feeling more open, inspired, and connected.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    You choose my name
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast! Great interviews!

    Love the conversation interview style and the variety of people being interviewed. Listen to them all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LI Girl 2000
    United States2 months ago
  • The perfect mix of news and real talk

    I’m obsessed with the range on this show. One minute you’re getting the tea on Boston local legends, and the next you’re hearing a deeply moving interview with a pro hockey player coming out. It’s raw, it’s hilarious, and it feels like hanging out with your smartest, funniest friends. If you aren't listening to Everything and Anything (and a Little Bit Gay), you’re missing out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happylucky2026
    United States2 months ago
  • raw, real, and refreshing

    Such a fun, honest podcast! It’s real, relatable, and keeps me laughing!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddieosteen
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Zach Randall is so entertaining. His podcast stories are so interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    prb255
    United States4 months ago

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Variety in guests—from trauma survivors to artists—keeps content fresh and engaging.
Listeners praise the host's warmth and curiosity for creating honest, meaningful conversations.
A number of reviews highlight strong production quality and a welcoming vibe that invites listener engagement.
Guests and topics receive high marks for authenticity and variety.
The host's storytelling and guest selection are repeatedly cited as strengths, with listeners valuing practical wisdom and relatable storytelling.
Some episodes are noted as especially timely and thought-provoking, though occasional feedback hints at preference for deeper dive on certain topics.
The show blends humor with heartfelt discussions, earning broad appeal for diverse audiences.

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Ep. 238: Surviving My Mother's Cult: Peggy on Escape, Trauma & Finding Your Voice
Q: How has writing the memoir affected you and others who read it?
Writing provided therapeutic release and helped others find their voice; Peggy hopes readers gain insight that trauma can be reframed and that speaking truth can empower healing in their own lives.
Ep. 238: Surviving My Mother's Cult: Peggy on Escape, Trauma & Finding Your Voice
Q: How did you ultimately manage to leave, and what role did your children play in that decision?
Leaving was a domino effect sparked by Peggy and her husband deciding to exit; their children became the driving force to preserve safety and give them a voice, leading Peggy to prioritize a life free from fear for her kids.
Ep. 238: Surviving My Mother's Cult: Peggy on Escape, Trauma & Finding Your Voice
Q: What was daily life like during the Kingdom years, and how did you cope with fear and punishment?
Life centered on labor, meals, then intense evening sessions where sins were interrogated; fear of punishment and the lake of fire dominated, and many resorted to fawning and people-pleasing to survive.
Ep. 238: Surviving My Mother's Cult: Peggy on Escape, Trauma & Finding Your Voice
Q: From the beginning, when did you know you were part of a cult, and how did it start with your mother?
Peggy explains that the religious influence began when she was about 11 or 12, after a period of instability and her mother's search for community and control, which gradually escalated into a full framework she would grow up in.
Ep. 234: The Hyphenated Life: Dr. Han on Intersectional Identity & Mental Health
Q: What coping strategies do you recommend for clinicians and clients dealing with ongoing societal stressors?
Prioritize self-care, maintain supportive communities, practice mindfulness, move the body, and build a sustainable rhythm of breaks from demanding work like social media or news cycles.

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This show delivers candid, often personal conversations centered on LGBTQ+ life, relationships, culture, and identity, sprinkled with humor and warmth. Episodes frequently explore love, dating, mental health, spirituality, and community dynamics, often featuring guests who share intimate experiences, creative work, or advocacy. A notable thread across episodes is the host's approachable, curious style that invites diverse perspectives while weaving in timely cultural commentary and personal storytelling. The format often blends solo reflections, in-depth guest interviews, and timely takes on timely topics, making it a strong fit for listeners who enjoy thoughtful conversations with authenticity and heart.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Grant Ginder
2. Dr. Han Ren
3. David Archuleta
4. Kevin James Thornton
5. Spencer Thomas
6. Dani Kelly
7. Max Reader
8. Justin Elizabeth Sayer

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