Queer Conscious Podcast

Performance anxiety is no joke and can show up in so many different ways depending on your gender, upbringing, and education and no, it’s not just a later in life thing. Whether it’s nerves, pressure, or a total mental spiral, it can turn what’s supposed to be a fun, intimate moment into something you’d rather avoid… And for the LGBTQ+ community, the lack of real sex education only makes things harder—or, you know… not.

In this conversation, Nathan Serrato and Dr. Jennifer Litner, Certified Sex Therapist and Educator, explore the complexities of performance anxiety in sexual experiences, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.

You’ll learn why performance anxiety happens and simple strategies to feel more at ease, more connected, and more in control of your own pleasure. So if you’re ready to say no without guilt—and invite intimacy without pressure, keep listening, this episode… might just do it for you. 

When was the last time you truly felt alive in the bedroom? Whether you’ve been with your partner for years and feel stuck in a rut, or you’re cycling through quick connections that leave you feeling unfulfilled, this episode is here to reignite your spark.

Somatic Sex and Intimacy Coach, Court Vox, joins us to explore how embracing your eroticism can reconnect you with your most authentic and vibrant self. In this conversation, we dive into the challenges of stagnancy in relationships, the impact of hidden desires, and the difference between codependency and true intimacy.

Court shares practical tips for reigniting passion, creating novelty, and fostering deeper connections through open communication. From exploring fantasies to understanding your erotic needs, this episode will help you to deepen your intimacy, feel sexier in your own skin, and cultivate a more fulfilling relationship.

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In this conversation, Nathan Serrato explores the intersection of workaholism and relationships, particularly within the queer community. He discusses the cultural pressures that lead individuals to prioritize work over personal connections, drawing from personal anecdotes and client stories.

The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's values, setting boundaries, and making time for dating, while also providing practical tips for busy individuals seeking meaningful relationships.

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Moe Ari Brown—relationship therapist, public speaker, and love expert at Hinge—shares their journey as a queer parent.

Together, we dive into the emotional complexities of parenthood, the challenges of navigating non-monogamy, and the importance of intentionality in creating family dynamics that thrive.

Moe reflects on the profound lessons learned from their child, the beauty of love beyond biology, and how parenthood can deepen our understanding of our own upbringing. This episode also unpacks the stigmas faced within the queer community and explores the transformative power of relationships in all their forms.

Whether or not parenthood is on your radar, this conversation will leave you with a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the many ways love can shape our lives.

Janet has a gift for simplifying polyamory and inspiring us to view love not as a limited resource, but as something abundant, expansive, and deeply transformative.

In this conversation, we don’t just stop at relationships—we also dive into the beautiful spiritual experiences she’s had through kink exploration… which she highlights even more in her book “Notes of an Aging Pervert”.  So whether you’re polyamorous, a curious monogamist, or a closeted perv, this episode will leave you thinking about connection in ways you never have before.

My guest, Timm Baldwin, has lived that journey. After decades in the closet living a life shaped by faith, family, and the expectations of others, Timm made the courageous decision to come out—after having a wife and kids and growing up in a deeply rooted Protestant, Christian faith.

Wherever you are in your coming out journey this conversation is gonna be a beautiful reminder on just how far you’ve come and might even shed some light on places where you’re still working towards being your authentic self. Whether it’s in your work life, family, relationships or even in the queer community.

Do you want to fall in love? And stay in love? Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that’s transformed not just my life, but the lives of so many I’ve coached: my framework for meaningful queer love. This episode is all about the real challenges we face as LGBTQ individuals when it comes to love and connection—and the four game-changing pillars you need to build a thriving relationship: compatibility, tools for self-growth, a balanced life, and mindset.

Tune in as I share a history of Queer Conscious, the podcast, and the hard-earned lessons that’ll help you cultivate the deep, fulfilling connections you deserve.