This month on All Out in the Open, Ben Schilaty, Sarah Langford, and guest Tegan Zelano “Z” Blanchard answer the question, "How do I create the community I wish I had?"Z shares how his social circle grew from a small group chat to a WhatsApp group of over one hundred LGBTQ+ young adults across Utah. Their efforts to create opportunities for queer joy culminated in a successful queer prom, which will soon be followed by queer homecoming.This episode discusses the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in forming connections. Ben, Sarah, and Z remind us that community building starts by ministering to the one, and God will inspire us to know who to reach out to first.#AllOutInTheOpen #LGBTQ #ReligiousPodcast #Community #ChurchOfJesusChristLatterDaySaints

This month on All Out in the Open, Ben Schilaty, Sarah Langford, and guest Tegan Zelano “Z” Blanchard answer the question, "How do I create the community I wish I had?" Z shares how his social circle grew from a small group chat to a WhatsApp group of over one hundred LGBTQ+ young adults across Utah. Their efforts to create opportunities for queer joy culminated in a successful queer prom, which will soon be followed by queer homecoming. This episode discusses the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in forming connections. Ben, Sarah, and Z remind us that community building starts by ministering to the one, and God will inspire us to know who to reach out to first. #AllOutInTheOpen #LGBTQ #ReligiousPodcast #Community #ChurchOfJesusChristLatterDaySaints

How do I create the community I wish I had?

Ben and Charlie are joined again by Kade Cope to discuss how they deal with moving forward when they have felt stuck.

Ben and Charlie are joined again by Kade Cope to discuss how they deal with moving forward when they have felt stuck.

What If I Feel Stuck?

In this episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Sarah Winters, a bisexual BYU student. Together they delve into what bisexual erasure means, as well as clear up misconceptions about bisexuality.

In this episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Sarah Winters, a bisexual BYU student. Together they delve into what bisexual erasure means, as well as clear up misconceptions about bisexuality.

What is Bi Erasure?

In this episode Elder Carpenter discusses what it's like to be out on a mission.

In this episode Elder Carpenter discusses what it's like to be out on a mission.

Can I Be Out On My Mission?

Sarah Kellar Langford interviews Charlie and Ben about the challenges (and blessings!) of being  public figures in the LGBTQ/Latter-day Saint space.  This previously unreleased episode was recorded over the summer between seasons 3 and 4.

Sarah Kellar Langford interviews Charlie and Ben about the challenges (and blessings!) of being public figures in the LGBTQ/Latter-day Saint space. This previously unreleased episode was recorded over the summer between seasons 3 and 4.

Sarah Kellar Langford interviews Charlie and Ben about the challenges (and blessings!) of being&nbsp; public figures in the LGBTQ/Latter-day Saint space.&nbsp; This previously unreleased episode was recorded over the summer between seasons 3 and 4.

What's it like to be on a pedestal?

Ben and Charlie are joined by Clare Dalton, a seminary teacher who shares her experience coming out and finding her place.

Ben and Charlie are joined by Clare Dalton, a seminary teacher who shares her experience coming out and finding her place.

Am I needed?

Michael Soto, President of Equality Arizona, joins to talk about overcoming division. He shares personal family stories and talks about working with the Church to pass an LGBTQ+  nondiscrimination policy for the city of Mesa.

Michael Soto, President of Equality Arizona, joins to talk about overcoming division. He shares personal family stories and talks about working with the Church to pass an LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination policy for the city of Mesa.

Michael Soto, President of Equality Arizona, joins to talk about overcoming division. He shares personal family stories and talks about working with the Church to pass an LGBTQ+&nbsp; nondiscrimination policy for the city of Mesa.

How do I build bridges?

Join us for a live Q+A to kick of Season 4 of Questions from the Closet!

Join us for a live Q+A to kick of Season 4 of Questions from the Closet!

Questions From the Closet Season 4 Live Q+A

Ben and Charlie announce their Season 4 live event.

Ben and Charlie announce their Season 4 live event.

Join us for a LIVE event in Mesa, Arizona! (Season 4 Kickoff!)

Ben and Charlie are joined by Sound Guy Mike to discuss the highlights of Season 3!

Ben and Charlie are joined by Sound Guy Mike to discuss the highlights of Season 3!

Bonus: Season 3 Recap

How Do I Create Spaces of Belonging?

Join us as we talk with Charlotte, Ben's land lady and friend.

Join us as we talk with Charlotte, Ben's land lady and friend.

Bonus: Meet Charlotte

All Out in the Open is a resource for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints and those who love them. Our goal is to help listeners connect with themselves, with their families, with their community, and with God. Hosts Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty help listeners open up to themselves and those around them. Clare Dalton digs into the scriptures and teaches how they can be a catalyst for personal revelation. Iese Wilson takes listeners on a tour of LGBTQ Latter-day Saints all over the Church and introduces us to modern day pioneers. Michael Soto and Liz Macdonald highlight the amazing work of those who are building and strengthening their communities. Learn more at www.alloutintheopen.org.

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All Out in the Open is a resource for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints and those who love them. Our goal is to help listeners connect with themselves, with their families, with their community, and with God. Hosts Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty help listeners open up to themselves and those around them. Clare Dalton digs into the scriptures and teaches how they can be a catalyst for personal revelation. Iese Wilson takes listeners on a tour of LGBTQ Latter-day Saints all over the Church and introduces us to modern day pioneers. Michael Soto and Liz Macdonald highlight the amazing work of those who are building and strengthening their communities. Learn more at www.alloutintheopen.org.

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