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Growing up gay in the 80's, in a conservative town the size of a dime while surrounded by Mormons and cowboys was about as fun as fiery diarrhea. This may have been why O'Dell (the host) went from a scared and confused kid, to a closeted, self-loathing and unintentionally homophobic young adult. With a little help from friends and a lot of therapy, he eventually blossomed into a slightly neurotic, mildly self-deprecating and eternally single adult.
Maybe you can relate?
On this show O'Dell will share stories from his life, chat about pop culture, look back at important events in LGBTQ+ history, and interview friends and allies involved in the community. We've come a long way, but the fight is far from over.
Grab a snack and join O'Dell for a lot of talkin' and a little learnin'. You never know what you'll get from week to week, but whatever it is, it's safe to say you'll only be slightly disappointed.
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Be Gay With Me - Interview: Meet Michael Harren
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06/06/22 • 51 min

On this episode I interview my friend of 18 years, Michael Harren. Michael is a very talented composer, podcaster and music teacher living in Brooklyn. He's also a vegan and animal rights activist.
We discuss what it was like for Michael growing up gay in a conservative Texas town, his time spent on tour with Sandra Bernhard, his most recent performance piece, and why it's okay to not always be okay.
All music used in this episode was licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Safeword by Tori Wolf
Sleeping With the TV On by Staffan Carlen
Peace and Heartache by Martin Hall
https://www.patreon.com/michaelharren (Michael's Patreon Page)
https://michaelharren.com/ (Michael's Website)
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - Introducing Be Gay With Me
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05/23/22 • 1 min

O'Dell Hutchison, co-host of the unsolved mysteries podcast "Six Degrees of WTF", launches a new podcast just in time for pride. Be sure to check out the show when it drops with two episodes on Monday, June 6, with new episodes every Monday thereafter.
https://be-gay-with-me.captivate.fm/patreon (Support us on Patreon)
https://patreon.com/begaywithmepodcast (Support this Podcast)
https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=odellhutchison1 (This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free.)
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
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Be Gay With Me - Interview: Meet O'Dell Hutchison
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06/06/22 • 53 min

On this episode you'll meet me, O'Dell, the self-deprecating weirdo and host of the show. I just turned 50, and in the days leading up to that moment, I did a lot of soul searching and one of the things I reflected on the most was how I moved through life in a way that allowed me to not fully acknowledge my sexuality, and in turn, not accept myself for who I really am. Today, that will begin to change.
I'm interviewed by Erin Stallings (one of my best friends from my time in Houston). While we only scratch the surface, you at least get a good idea of what things were like for me at times in my weird, sometimes scary, but wonderful life.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Here With Me by Alex Kehm
I Don't Give a Damn by Vivera
Douche by Dajana featuring Ooyy
Let Me Get to Know You by Siine featuring LaKesha Nugent
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - Pop Nugget #1: Real Housewives Talk
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06/09/22 • 43 min

WTH is a pop nugget? In short, these are extra episodes that I'll ocasionally drop where I sit and chat with friends about nuggets of pop culture and current events.
On this episode, I sit with Erin Stallings - one of my besties - and we chat about things we love and hate this week before heading down the Real Housewives rabbit hole. We share our thoughts on the first four episodes of season 12 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and close out by listing which 6 housewives from all franchises we would choose to spend a week away with.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Mai Tai by Particle House featuring Mia Pfirrman
Trippin' by Seroa ft. Emmy Asblom
I'm Out of My Mind by Loving Caliber
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - Interview: Meet Erin Stallings
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07/11/22 • 53 min

On this episode, Erin's back, but this time I interview her. We talk about our brutally honest friendship, Erin's journey into becoming an ally, missed threesomes and lots of theatre.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Paper Hearts Never Last by Elliot Adair
In a Room With No Windows by Jobii
Like a Hurricane by Basixx featuring Frigga
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - Interview: Meet Tamara Siler
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06/20/22 • 58 min

On this episode I interview Tamara Siler, a good friend, and staunch LGBTQIA+ ally. When I hear the word ally, Tamara is the first person who immediately comes to mind. She is a gifted actress and singer, incredibly smart and a straight shooter. If you are moving through life without someone like Tamara in your court, you're missing out.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Girl Talk by Gloria Tells
Time to Wake Up by Cacti
Sway by Paisley Pink featuring Asta
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - Interview: Meet Daryl Banner
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06/27/22 • 59 min

On this episode, I chat with Daryl Banner, an author, playwright and composer based in Katy, TX. I met Daryl at the same place as all of my season one guests - at a community theatre in the Houston metropolitan area. On this episode, I chat with Daryl about what it was like growing up in a small Houston suburb, being outed, safe spaces, his books and what his creative process is like.
http://www.amazon.com/author/darylbanner (Buy Daryl's books)
https://www.darylbanner.com/ (Check out Daryl's website)
https://darylbanner.bandcamp.com/ (Check out Daryl's music)
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Heart and Soul by Blood Red Sun
Starfields by Hallman
La La La (Like it Like That) by Nightcap
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - A Moment & Some History: Pride
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06/13/22 • 64 min

Trigger warning: During the first half of this episode I talk about some of the bullying that I experienced growing up, and I use gay slurs when quoting some of the things that were said to me.
So what does gay pride mean, and why is it important? We have lots to chat about in this supersized pride episode!
I take a personal moment and kick things off discussing my earlier views of pride and how they have changed for the better. In the second half, I give a brief overview of what life used to be like for LGBTQ+ folks in the 60's and what led to the Stonewall riots. I close out by asking some of my friends what pride means to them.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
I Do it for the Music by spring gang (ft. LaKesha Nugent)
It's a Feeling by dvine
I'll Be Me by Penny Lane
It Looks Like We Made It by Basixx
Underscore for O'Dell's story:
Cotton Candy Armor by Mattias Tell
First Drops of Rain by Rikard
Lone Voyage by Adelyn Paik
Smile for You by Vicki Vox
Underscore for Stonewall segment:
Feel My Swagger by The New Fools
Shot of Devotion by Carlton Lees
Whut ya' Sayin by Booker and the Yeamons
Private Detective by Ch@ntarelle
Duo Voces by Gavin Luke
Inner Spaces by Gavin Luke
Underscore for Pride interviews:
Not Blue by Kylie Dailey
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - History: Alan Turing

History: Alan Turing

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07/25/22 • 29 min

I'm back with another history lesson, and today I devote the entire episode to Alan Turing. His brilliant mind helped outsmart the Nazis during World War II and his developments in computer science paved the way for every electronic device that we use today. Sadly, Alan's life took a devastating turn when he was publicly outed and persecuted for being gay.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound.
https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/9N7R5HKs43/ (Affectionate Writing by Howard Harper-Barnes)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/nCNnLARdbb/ (The Rose and the Thorn by Johannes Bornlof)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/0wLEYqh52F/ (Of All the Places We Could Go by Trevor Kowalski)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/ctczJjeHrf/ (Puzzle of Complexity by Jo Wandrini)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/aTH6fdo2xe/ (Chariots by Gavin Luke)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/7j7tXid3iZ/ (A Matter of Trust by Gavin Luke)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/jjLnJmlDUh/ (Blank Minds by Barbatula)
Contact us: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/contact-us/
Be interviewed on the show: https://begaywithmepodcast.online/be-on-the-show/
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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Be Gay With Me - Pop Nugget #3: Loosen Up
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07/07/22 • 46 min

It's time for more nuggets of pop culture with O'Dell and Erin. This one starts with a conversation about poppers and politics before we dive into what we've been watching this week. We discuss the documentary "Mormon No More", "Yellowjackets", "Heartstopper" "So You Think You Can Dance", and "Hacks". After the break we talk about how boring Real Housewives of Beverly Hills still is (and how much we can't stand Diana) and then we move into discussing how much we LOVE Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip, and our newfound adoration for Brandi Glanville.
Music used in this episode was all licensed through Epidemic Sound. https://share.epidemicsound.com/80o423
Tracks used include:
Mai Tai
We Don't Talk About Nothing No More by Snake City feat. Mimmi Bangoura
Walking on a Tightrope by Mind Me
https://www.hrc.org/resources/being-an-lgbtq-ally (Being an LGBTQ Ally) - Human Rights Campaign
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQ Youth Resources) - The Trevor Project
https://truecolorsunited.org/ (True Colors Foundation)
https://www.glaad.org/ (GLAAD)
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ (SAGE Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders)
The Trevor Project / 1 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline / 1 877-565-8860
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 1 800-273-8255
Teen Line / 310-855-4673LGBT
National Youth Talkline / 1 800-246-7743
Crisis Text Line / US: Text HOME to 741741 Canada: Text 686868
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