Hello Authentic Gay Man Podcast fans.  I come to you with a full heart.  Whether you are a listener or a podcast guest, there are no words to express how deeply grateful I am for your support and participation.  YOU are what has made this podcast great!

Today, I am here to inform you that this is the final episode of The Authentic Gay Man Podcast.  Sharing this news is bitter sweet.  The sweet part has been how my life has been forever changed from hearing the stories of guests and reading comments and receiving messages for almost 2 years, from men all over the world.  There have been so many men that courageously stepped forward and showed true authenticity and vulnerability.  Each one has set a shining example of what it means to be an authentic gay man.  I have grown exponentially as a result of all the stories, feedback, and relationships that have developed from the podcast.

The bitter part is making a hard decision to draw a close to the podcast.  As life would have it, I’ve been drawn to new projects that inspire me and excite me.  The Universe has given me a clear message that it’s time to focus on “humanity” rather than segments of humanity.

I’m currently working on projects that may or may not interest you.  When they are ready to launch, I will definitely reach out and give you the option of continuing to follow me and my work.

Until we meet again, I am wishing you the very best of what life has to offer.  I encourage you to continue your quest and journey to live fully from that place of being an Authentic Gay Man!  Sending all my love… Maddox

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This is Grant Miller’s third time to be on the podcast. As one of our biggest fans, he has a lot to say. In this episode he shares how he has gone from the glass half empty to the glass half full. Instead of fighting the aging process, he is accepting and flowing with it. He talks about his pending retirement and how he has intentionally reframed his way of seeing it… from loss to opportunity. If aging and/or retirement are on your radar in the next few years, you’ll find this conversation uplifting and enlightening.

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First let me say that the topic of agism is not just for those getting older! My guest, Jim Cartwright, is a holistic life coach. Our conversation was rich with different aspects of aging. I loved that Jim pointed out that agism has nothing to do with a specific age. Young people experience agism. The big ah ha was realizing that internalized agism is the big culprit and the origin of whatever agism we might be experiencing. We touched on gay elderism and how important it is, as older gay men, to educate the younger gay men on our gay history. Finally, we talked about how one can stay relevant as we get older. It’s actually easier than you might think.

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Body Electric

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After a lengthy silence, Justin Mezetin states that his biggest challenge in life has been trying to understand what authenticity really is and even more challenging, how to live in authenticity. He speaks of the different ways he didn’t fit in. He’s gay, black, and a Seventh Day Adventist. He says that in every space, he didn’t fit in because at least one of those attributes. At age 37, he’s got a better grip on authenticity, but now facing the next challenge of vulnerability. We talk a lot about inner safety and how that is such an important component to both authenticity and vulnerability. The conversation was SO rich, we went overtime.

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My guest, Cator Sparks, is a gay man and a dating and relationship coach. Much of his work is around online dating and how to effectively navigate the challenges while making conscious efforts to safe guard your mental health and overall wellbeing. We talk about how to deal with rejection in a healthy manner and learning to not take the downside experiences personally. We unpack how doing your personal growth work lays a foundation for a more fruitful outcome. For those that refuse to use dating apps, we discuss a wide variety of options for meeting potential dates offline in a more organic fashion. If your single and wanting to mingle, this will be a good listen.

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Jon Carl Lewis is a spiritual director who works with those that find themselves lacking peace or clarity when it comes to how they navigate their religion and/or spirituality. Helping his clients understand the differences between religion and spirituality and how they merge or blend together. We discussed religious wounding and the shame that can be carried throughout one’s life if it isn’t properly addressed. If you struggle with religious wounds or shame and you would like to find spiritual peace, this episode could be the first step in your exploration.

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My guest, Wil Fisher, is a certified coach, founder of Wilfully Living Coaching, and host of the Queerly Beloved podcast. Wil brings such an inviting conversation about what it means to open your heart. He talks about the connection with personal power, truth, and knowing and loving yourself with compassion. If you ever feel armored up in social settings or around others in general, Wil gives great insight into the compelling reasons to learn how to open yourself. This conversation was magical, filled with stories that will help you understand this process.

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Easton Mountain

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My guest, Randy Woodring, shares his journey with authenticity. Becoming aware of the concept of authenticity only about 3 years ago, Randy had an awakening of how inauthentic his life had been. He made it a quest to uncover all the underlying reasons that had been standing in his way. His honesty and openness with his life-long shame is a powerful example of just how to “kick the shit” out of shame. If shame has prevented you from showing up authentically in any area of your life, this episode is for you.

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My guest, Serg Shepard, talks about how he has always been drawn to creativity and has a love for being in front of audiences. He danced, played instruments, posed as a nude model, and eventually found his way to the porn industry. This episode is SO unique. My takeaway is how Serg helps to dispel some of the negative biases around some of the more taboo industries, such as porn and sex workers. He states the fact that it is a job… it is a profession and there’s nothing to be ashamed of in making an honest living. This conversation helped to clear up so many unanswered questions I had about being a porn star. Serg is infinitely comfortable in his own skin and he shares some real words of wisdom. I encourage you to set aside any judgements you may have about the porn industry and listen to the golden nuggets in Serg’s story. If you would like to hear tips on being more comfortable in your own skin, this episode is for you.

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My guest, Jonathan Lee, shares his story of a relationship ending a few days before his 40th birthday. He was blind-sided when his boyfriend of two years ended their relationship during sex… WTF! He claims that the relationship wasn’t nearly as significant as the break-up. While it plunged him into a dark place that lasted for 4 months, it was the catalyst for looking long and hard at his life and the choices he was making. He has a lot to say about the hook-up culture. His 40th year was so profound that he turned his journal into a novel, entitled “40 Single Gay”. If you struggle with making emotional connections with others, this episode is for you. Our internet connection was not 100%, so please be patient because Jonathan’s story is worth it!

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