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S2E4: Conversion Therapy Dropout with Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez
Host Heather McG sits down with debut author Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez, who survived eight years of conversion therapy then began his empowering journey to healing and belonging. He discusses the challenges and revelations that led him to co-found an organization that helps queer individuals find affirming faith communities. Timothy's story, featured in major outlets like NBC and Vice, is a testament to resilience and courage. Tune in to hear about his upcoming book, Conversion Therapy Dropout, and his ongoing advocacy for queer people of faith. Don't miss this transformative conversation about faith, identity, and how to take the steps needed to live one's truth.
ABOUT TIMOTHY SCHRAEDER RODRIGUEZ
Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez spent almost a decade in gay conversion therapy—all while working behind the scenes at some of the most influential Evangelical Christian megachurches. After embracing his identity as a gay Christian and stepping away from church work, he co-founded Church Clarity, an organization that helps queer people find affirming faith communities. His story and work have been featured by NBC, VICE, Huffington Post, Religion News Service, and Newsweek. Born in the Midwest, he now calls New York City home, where he continues his work as a writer, digital strategist, and advocate for queer people of faith.
His first book, Conversion Therapy Dropout: A Queer Story of Faith and Belonging will be released on May 5, 2026. Pre-order his book here.
Follow Tim on social at @timothy.s.rodriguez on Instagram and Threads, or follow him on Substack at timothysrodriguez.substack.com.
ABOUT THE HAPPILY NEVER AFTER
The Happily Never After is a podcast that features stories of big endings that led to personal breakthroughs. While endings can hurt, they also provide opportunities to heal and grow, and sometimes, they even set us free. Endings can offer an opportunity to begin anew, in a better way, and that’s what we’re here to talk about.
ABOUT TIMOTHY SCHRAEDER RODRIGUEZ
Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez spent almost a decade in gay conversion therapy—all while working behind the scenes at some of the most influential Evangelical Christian megachurches. After embracing his identity as a gay Christian and stepping away from church work, he co-founded Church Clarity, an organization that helps queer people find affirming faith communities. His story and work have been featured by NBC, VICE, Huffington Post, Religion News Service, and Newsweek. Born in the Midwest, he now calls New York City home, where he continues his work as a writer, digital strategist, and advocate for queer people of faith.
His first book, Conversion Therapy Dropout: A Queer Story of Faith and Belonging will be released on May 5, 2026. Pre-order his book here.
Follow Tim on social at @timothy.s.rodriguez on Instagram and Threads, or follow him on Substack at timothysrodriguez.substack.com.
ABOUT THE HAPPILY NEVER AFTER
The Happily Never After is a podcast that features stories of big endings that led to personal breakthroughs. While endings can hurt, they also provide opportunities to heal and grow, and sometimes, they even set us free. Endings can offer an opportunity to begin anew, in a better way, and that’s what we’re here to talk about.
- New episodes every Tuesday.
- Follow @thatheathermcg on IG for related content and discussion.
- Read The Happily Never After on Substack at https://thehappilyneverafter.substack.com/
- Learn more about Heather McG at www.heathermcg.com
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By Heather McGinley
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Host Heather McG sits down with debut author Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez, who survived eight years of conversion therapy then began his empowering journey to healing and belonging. He discusses the challenges and revelations that led him to co-found an organization that helps queer individuals find affirming faith communities. Timothy's story, featured in major outlets like NBC and Vice, is a testament to resilience and courage. Tune in to hear about his upcoming book, Conversion Therapy Dropout, and his ongoing advocacy for queer people of faith. Don't miss this transformative conversation about faith, identity, and how to take the steps needed to live one's truth.
ABOUT TIMOTHY SCHRAEDER RODRIGUEZ
Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez spent almost a decade in gay conversion therapy—all while working behind the scenes at some of the most influential Evangelical Christian megachurches. After embracing his identity as a gay Christian and stepping away from church work, he co-founded Church Clarity, an organization that helps queer people find affirming faith communities. His story and work have been featured by NBC, VICE, Huffington Post, Religion News Service, and Newsweek. Born in the Midwest, he now calls New York City home, where he continues his work as a writer, digital strategist, and advocate for queer people of faith.
His first book, Conversion Therapy Dropout: A Queer Story of Faith and Belonging will be released on May 5, 2026. Pre-order his book here.
Follow Tim on social at @timothy.s.rodriguez on Instagram and Threads, or follow him on Substack at timothysrodriguez.substack.com.
ABOUT THE HAPPILY NEVER AFTER
The Happily Never After is a podcast that features stories of big endings that led to personal breakthroughs. While endings can hurt, they also provide opportunities to heal and grow, and sometimes, they even set us free. Endings can offer an opportunity to begin anew, in a better way, and that’s what we’re here to talk about.
ABOUT TIMOTHY SCHRAEDER RODRIGUEZ
Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez spent almost a decade in gay conversion therapy—all while working behind the scenes at some of the most influential Evangelical Christian megachurches. After embracing his identity as a gay Christian and stepping away from church work, he co-founded Church Clarity, an organization that helps queer people find affirming faith communities. His story and work have been featured by NBC, VICE, Huffington Post, Religion News Service, and Newsweek. Born in the Midwest, he now calls New York City home, where he continues his work as a writer, digital strategist, and advocate for queer people of faith.
His first book, Conversion Therapy Dropout: A Queer Story of Faith and Belonging will be released on May 5, 2026. Pre-order his book here.
Follow Tim on social at @timothy.s.rodriguez on Instagram and Threads, or follow him on Substack at timothysrodriguez.substack.com.
ABOUT THE HAPPILY NEVER AFTER
The Happily Never After is a podcast that features stories of big endings that led to personal breakthroughs. While endings can hurt, they also provide opportunities to heal and grow, and sometimes, they even set us free. Endings can offer an opportunity to begin anew, in a better way, and that’s what we’re here to talk about.
- New episodes every Tuesday.
- Follow @thatheathermcg on IG for related content and discussion.
- Read The Happily Never After on Substack at https://thehappilyneverafter.substack.com/
- Learn more about Heather McG at www.heathermcg.com
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