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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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A Gay Brazilian's Take on Rainbows, Raindrops, and Divine Identity (with Icaro Paraguassú)
All Out in the Open
05/13/25 • 68 min
OUT and About: Iese Wilson sits down with Icaro Paraguassú, who shares his experiences as a gay Latter-Day Saint from Brazil. They discuss faith, identity, diversity, and the need for resources that reach every language and culture.
Icaro reflects on the rainbow as both a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and a covenant with God, and how we each reflect the light of Christ in our own way. His rainbow pin opens conversations and offers quiet reassurance to those seeking belonging.
From a mission in Argentina to a leadership academy in the Czech Republic, Icaro’s story is a reminder that while our paths may differ, we’re all journeying back to the same heavenly home.
What Is Minority Stress?
All Out in the Open
11/15/22 • 54 min
Ben and Charlie are joined by their friend Aliah Hall to discuss minority stress, what it is, and how they experience it. Towards the end of the episode they all experienced a moment of minority stress which they talk through together. That part of the conversation was not meant to stay in the episode, but it was decided to keep it in
What does it mean to be demisexual?
All Out in the Open
04/12/22 • 32 min
Colette Dalton (she/her) joins Ben and Charlie to talk about how she came to identify as demisexual.
How Could Coming Out Affect My Marriage?
All Out in the Open
03/28/23 • 71 min
In this Episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Liv to discuss how coming out as queer affected her marriage with her husband.
Seeing Beyond the Stereotype
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04/15/25 • 72 min
This month on IN the Scriptures, Clare Dalton and Sean Nicholes—a gay Latter-day Saint, psychiatry resident, and member of the U.S. Air Force—explore Doctrine & Covenants 41-50.
In these sections, the early Saints were dealing with rumors both inside and outside the Church. Clare and Sean discuss how these stories help us learn to challenge stereotypes and love those who are different from us. When we discover our non-negotiables, we can live a life of integrity and purpose, relying on the Atonement of Jesus Christ when we fall short. By our fruits, others will know our values and our hearts.
Join us for a LIVE event in Mesa, Arizona! (Season 4 Kickoff!)
All Out in the Open
09/02/22 • 1 min
Ben and Charlie announce their Season 4 live event.
Am I gay?
All Out in the Open
04/07/20 • 35 min
Charlie and Ben are joined by Daniel Spencer, a popular comedian and student at BYU. They have a conversation about how each of them came to the realization they are attracted to men.
What does the research say about healing?
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05/31/22 • 53 min
Dr. Lisa Diamond returns with her colleague Josh Christensen to discuss their findings on a recent LGBTQ+/religious study about healing from emotional trauma.
What should I do if think a family member is gay?
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09/08/20 • 34 min
Charlie's sister Anne Bird Rodman joins us for a conversation about what Anne did when she first suspected Charlie was gay. We talk about vulnerability and have a discussion on how to create a more safe, loving environment for others.
How Two Parents Built What They Were Praying to Find
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05/06/25 • 52 min
In this heartfelt ALL Together episode, Liz Macdonald and Michael Soto sit down with Bryce and Sara Cook, parents of two gay sons and founding members of ALL (Arizona LDS LGBT). After their sons came out, Bryce and Sara felt called to speak up, build bridges, and foster community. They hosted support groups in their home and organized an annual conference for LGBTQ+ individuals and families navigating faith and identity. Their efforts laid the foundation for many of the other groups and events we’ve highlighted in previous episodes of the podcast.
Bryce and Sara share the powerful story of their family’s journey and discuss how parents also have their own “coming out” process—one of unlearning and rediscovering what it means to love like Christ.
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FAQ
How many episodes does All Out in the Open have?
All Out in the Open currently has 205 episodes available.
What topics does All Out in the Open cover?
The podcast is about Lgbt, Christianity, Society & Culture, Transgender, Faith, Lgbtq, Mormon, Religion & Spirituality, Lds, Podcasts, Gay and Christ.
What is the most popular episode on All Out in the Open?
The episode title 'Bonus: Charlie's New Book!' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on All Out in the Open?
The average episode length on All Out in the Open is 46 minutes.
How often are episodes of All Out in the Open released?
Episodes of All Out in the Open are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of All Out in the Open?
The first episode of All Out in the Open was released on Mar 27, 2020.
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