I Tried to Be Straight
Nate and SusieWelcome to the I Tried to Be Straight Podcast! We both grew up in Christian culture where being gay wasn't acceptable. After years of struggling with our sexualities, we both recently came out of the closet. We're here to unpack those journeys, and learn more about the struggle of accepting your sexuality in a culture where it's not ok to be gay. We're entering into the stories of others, digging ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 53 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||
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Lewis Crompton was a respected prophetic leader and church counselor but he was denying his sexuality. For years, he prayed, fasted, and even tried conversion therapy, desperately hoping his sexuality would change. In this conversation, Lewis shares ... more
William Matthews has been known for his powerful voice and songwriting in the Christian music world, but behind the music was a years-long struggle to accept his own sexuality. In this candid conversation, William opens up about the internal battles,... more
Lucas Wilson shares his experience of spending four years in conversion therapy while attending Liberty University. Now, years later, Lucas is reclaiming his voice as the writer of Shame-Sex Attraction, a powerful anthology of stories from conversion... more
Ten years ago, at just 24 years old, Matthew Vines published God and the Gay Christian, a book that would challenge centuries of church teaching and ignite a movement. In this episode, Matthew reflects on the past decade: the backlash, the breakthrou... more
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- Gotten Away from what made it great.
I used to love this podcast. It was respectful, honest, and honoring of different perspectives and stories. The latest episode I’ve listened to (with Matthew Williams) was just bashing evangelism, republicans, and white people. It was extremely hypocritical and in some cases racist. I wish this podcast would talk about faith and sexuality and not demeaning more than half the country and assuming the worst in them just because they didn’t vote for your candidate.
Apple Podcasts2Kenny Brooks
United Statesa month ago - This podcast has healed my soul
As a gay Christian, this podcast came out at the perfect time for me. Through seasons one and two, I was able to finally accept myself as a gay Christian and realized that I wasn’t alone. I’m super excited for season 3 because, like Nate, I am ready to learn how to live in the worked as gay Christian. I’m excited to learn from Nate and his guests as we enter this next phase of our journeys. Thanks for creating this much needed podcast! I finally know that I’m not alone.
Apple Podcasts5YoungPianist99United States4 months ago - Grateful listener
A huge thank you to the hosts and guests. I appreciate the courage and vulnerability of the hosts as well as the guests. I am learning what I never understood before and it has helped me in my growth as a human and Jesus follower in my goal to love bigger. I am so very thankful
Apple Podcasts5Grateful-learnerUnited States8 months ago - ❤️❤️❤️
This is really helpful. I’m lesbian and ace and really didn’t know how to be Christian and how to be myself at the same time. Having something to sit with and listen to (privately, I’m 15 and my parents don’t know yet) has been so helpful. Thank you so so much
Apple Podcasts5leafyandspottythecatsUnited Statesa year ago - Can we go back to interviews with gay people?
I’m tired of “dialogue across differences” with non-supportive straight people. I don’t want to hear what Kristyn or whatever her name is has to say. I don’t want to build relationships with people like her. I just want to hear interviews with gay people who have been through similar things.
Apple Podcasts5AcpacpacpUnited Statesa year ago
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This podcast explores the personal experiences of individuals navigating their sexual identities within the confines of a conservative Christian upbringing. It addresses themes such as conversion therapy, LGBTQ+ acceptance, and the emotional complexities tied to reconciling faith with identity. Through in-depth conversations, listeners are introduced to compelling stories that highlight the struggles of coming out and the quest for self-acceptance, featuring both hosts and various guests who share their journeys. The focus on real-life experiences and theological discussions makes it a unique platform for those seeking understanding and community in the intersection of faith and sexuality.
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I Tried to Be Straight launched 2 years ago and published 53 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on I Tried to Be Straight include:
1. Lewis Crompton
2. William Matthews
3. Lucas Wilson
4. Matthew Vines
5. Lucas Hall
6. Julia Sadusky
7. Jonathan Kirby
8. Colby Martin
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