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Everything & Anything...and a bit gay Podcast

Zach Randles-Friedman

Join your host, Zach Randles-Friedman, for engaging conversations that delves into a myriad of topics, offering heartfelt stories from the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. Tune in for an inclusive blend of personal anecdotes, thought-provoking insights, and empowering narratives that embrace the richness of diversity and allyship with many laughs.

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00:41:50

Ep. 184: It’s Never Too Late: Reinvention, Identity &...

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2026/04/09

Meet Leanne Walling: author, storyteller, and lifelong reinvention expertGoing back to school in your late 60s—and why it’s never too late The inspiration behind The Salt and the Light Express Navigating grief, guilt, and healing through storytelling Growing up Southern Baptist and reconciling faith with identity What it was like being LGBTQ+ in the 80s and 90s Family acceptance, rejection, and everything in between Long-term love: 40+ years in a relationship—what makes it work Why

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00:52:42

Ep. 183: From Fear to Fierce Allyship: A Mother’s...

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2026/04/07

Introduction to Heather Hester and her podcast More Human, More KindThe moment her son came out—and the chaos that followed Parenting through crisis and finding support (or lack of it) How fear can transform into advocacy and purpose The importance of creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth Navigating religious and generational differences in families Why asking the “wrong questions” is part of learning The role of allies—and why it’s more important than ever Zach shares his own coming out

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01:07:12

Ep. 182: Healing Beyond Belief: Miracles, Karma, and...

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2026/04/06

Introduction to Alex Utterman and her journey into spiritual healingMoving to India and studying under a “miracle healing” teacher What energy healing actually means—and how it works The connection between emotional trauma and physical illness Karma, reincarnation, and the idea of a “balance sheet” of life Can healing happen remotely? The dangers of absorbing negative energy as a healer Real-life stories of unexplained or “miraculous” healing experiences Why skepticism is natural—and how

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00:31:23

Ep. 181: From Goats to Global Brand: The Beekman 1802...

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2026/04/03

How Josh met his husband in an AOL chat room (yes, really) The accidental start of Beekman 1802 during the 2008 recession Turning goat milk into a multi-million dollar business Why kindness is the core strategy—not just a value The “51% rule” for working with your partner Winning The Amazing Race (and why they almost didn’t) Leaving NYC for small-town life—and what they learned Representation, visibility, and LGBTQ+ impact The truth about long-term relationships and the “7-year itch”

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00:51:07

Ep. 180: From Religion to Awakening: Rethinking God,...

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2026/04/02

Guest: David HulseWebsite: https://davidhulse.com In this episode, we cover: David’s journey from fundamentalist religion to spiritual awakening Why organized religion may be losing influence The difference between religion and spirituality Reinterpreting God as a “quantum field of possibility” Debunking traditional ideas of heaven and hell The rise of spirituality on platforms like social media LGBTQ+ identity and religion—where the conflict comes from The concept of unconditional

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01:02:32

Ep. 179: Past Lives, Hypnosis & the Soul’s Journey:...

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2026/03/31

Show NotesIntroduction to Craig Merriweather and hypnotherapy What hypnotherapy really is (and what it’s not) How the subconscious mind stores trauma and triggers anxiety Why hypnotherapy is about regaining control—not losing it Real-life example: helping a child overcome nightmares in one session The connection between anxiety, memory, and “mental programming” What is past life regression—and how does it work? Exploring spirituality vs. religion Craig’s perspective on what happens

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00:38:07

Ep. 178: Living with Multiple Personalities: Gabby’s...

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2026/03/30

Meet Gabby (“Mental Gabby”) and her rise on TikTokWhat Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) actually is Gabby’s alters: the child personalities, the teenage boy, and “Monster” How childhood trauma can lead to DID Living with agoraphobia and rarely leaving home The reality of switching between personalities Misconceptions about DID (it’s not “demons” or what you see in movies) The impact of TikTok: community vs. trolls Why Gabby hasn’t pursued professional treatment (yet) The

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00:32:58

Ep. 177: Sky Is Falling: Manifestation, Music & Magic...

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2026/03/27

Download Sky is Falling on Spotify on your favorite streaming platform: https://open.spotify.com/track/4WpmvR7Mq0EqvcIjzX9tKS?si=ff67472e009547a0 Follow Myla on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mylatkachenko/ Follow Ricky Rebel on IG: https://www.instagram.com/rickyrebelrocks/ Visit Ricky's website: https://rickyrebelrocks.com/ Visit Myla's website: https://myla.komi.io/ Introduction to returning guests Ricky Rebel & Myla How Ricky and Myla first met and built their creative connection The origin

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00:31:22

Ep. 176: Fighting Back: Trans Rights, Visibility, and...

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2026/03/26

In This Episode, We Cover: The mission behind the Christopher Street Project What Trans Day of Visibility looks like on a national level Why anti-trans legislation is increasing—and what’s driving it The real-life consequences of policy decisions on trans individuals Advocacy efforts happening directly on Capitol Hill The importance of storytelling in influencing lawmakers Internal challenges within the LGBTQ+ community—and how to bridge the gap Why unity across identities is critical right

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00:32:16

Ep. 175: From Arkansas to Hollywood: Nate Mays on...

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2026/03/24

Show NotesNate Mays’ journey from small-town Arkansas to Los Angeles The reality of breaking into acting: auditions, callbacks, and bookings Why community matters in a fast-paced industry like Hollywood Acting vs. producing vs. writing—wearing multiple creative hats The “weird actor life” and why embracing it is key Nate’s dream roles and inspirations (including Meryl Streep & John Bernthal) The truth about independent film vs. big-budget productions Discovering his biological father

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00:45:03

Ep. 174: Hot Monogamy, Open Relationships & The Truth...

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2026/03/23

Show Notes Follow Dr. Diane on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylibidodoc/ Checkout Dr. Diane's Website: https://drdianemueller.com/ Dr. Diane's Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0C4MB31B2?ccs_id=b7bd42e3-3150-44e7-bcad-edba501b0d91 Why intimacy fades in long-term relationships The problem with “sexual scripts” and routine sex Why spontaneity is overrated (and what to do instead) Scheduling sex: why it works better than you think Open relationships vs. monogamy: what

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00:41:34

Ep. 173: Inside Cults, Control, and Survival with...

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2026/03/20

In this episode, Zach welcomes two fellow podcasters for a fascinating and emotional conversation about cults, human trafficking, survivor advocacy, and the power of storytelling.Anonymous Andrew shares how his interest in cults grew after learning about the Twin Flames Universe and realizing how manipulation can hide behind spiritual language and promises of love. That discovery eventually led him to launch Cultimatum with Melody, a cult survivor and advocate who now helps others through support

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00:47:22

Ep. 172: Dylan Garcia on Music, Mental Health,...

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2026/03/19

In this episode, Zach talks with Dylan Garcia about:How Dylan’s dog Marlo became part of his creative world and music videos The early days of playing music and realizing it could become more than a hobby Moving from Missouri to Orange County and manifesting a career in music Why Neil Young would be his dream collaborator His evolution from reggae into funk, rap, surf rock, and more experimental sounds Working with DJ Tony G and Ronnie King and what those studio moments meant to him How

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01:04:36

Ep. 171: Coming Out Later in Life: David on Marriage,...

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2026/03/17

In this emotional and inspiring conversation, Zach speaks with David Weisman about his journey of coming out later in life and what it took to finally embrace who he truly is.David reflects on growing up on Long Island during a time when being gay felt dangerous, hidden, and deeply stigmatized. He talks about how fear, social pressure, and the AIDS crisis shaped the way he viewed himself, and how those feelings followed him through college, marriage, and fatherhood. The conversation explores

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00:37:25

Ep. 170: Healing Beyond Talk Therapy: Maria Micha on...

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2026/03/16

In this episode, Zach welcomes Maria Micha, a spiritual psychotherapist who blends clinical training with hypnotherapy, intuition, and shamanic healing. Maria opens up about her personal journey, including how surviving abuse and rebuilding her life pushed her toward a deeper spiritual path. She explains the difference between traditional psychotherapy and spiritual psychotherapy, how hypnotherapy works with the subconscious mind, and why some people are drawn to past life regression. Maria also

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00:36:22

Ep. 169: Healing Through the Body: Somatic Intimacy,...

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2026/03/13

Show NotesFollow Court on IG: https://www.instagram.com/courtvox/ Learn more about Court: https://linktr.ee/courtvox What somatic sex and intimacy coaching actually is How Court Vox discovered this work and why he continues it The difference between traditional therapy and somatic approaches Inside intimacy retreats and the community created through them Rebuilding somatic trust in long-term relationships Communication tips for couples navigating desire and boundaries Conversations

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00:35:02

Ep. 168: The Red Flags We Miss: Dating Apps,...

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2026/03/12

Guest: Justin SmithApp: https://cray.app/In this episode, Zach and Justin dive into the realities of modern dating and how technology has changed relationships—sometimes for the worse. Justin shares his deeply personal story about a marriage that turned out to be built on manipulation and deception. After a traumatic breakup and time in treatment to recover from the emotional toll, he decided to build a tool that could help others recognize the red flags he missed. The result is Cray, an app

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00:57:24

Ep. 167: From Bullying to Self-Love: Stef Vachon’s...

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2026/03/11

In this episode, Zach talks with Stef Vachon about his remarkable life story and the healing journey that transformed everything. They discuss: Stef’s childhood in a small French-speaking town near Quebec City How figure skating became both his passion and the reason he was bullied The trauma of being called slurs and feeling forced to hide who he was Spending much of high school isolated and afraid How years of shame and self-hatred followed him into adulthood His experience touring with Ice

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00:47:39

Ep. 166: Love More, Fear Less: How the Pink Socks...

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2026/03/10

In this inspiring episode, Zach talks with Nick about the powerful mission behind the Pink Socks Movement and how a simple pair of bright pink socks became a symbol of kindness, empathy, and connection around the world. They discuss how the movement began, why people are craving deeper connection in a world filled with fear and division, and how Pink Socks has grown from healthcare into schools and communities across the country. Nick also shares emotional stories about the impact the movement has

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00:43:47

Ep. 165: Healing Childhood Trauma and Finding Inner...

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2026/03/06

• Phyllis Leavitt’s childhood experiences and trauma • How early pain shaped her life and identity • Spiritual exploration in the 1960s • The power of journaling and therapy in uncovering buried memories • Turning personal healing into a mission to help others Buy Phyllis' books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Phyllis-E.-Leavitt/author/B0124UQUCA?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=ec172fd1-6f18-4dcb-8a9a-f36ff187347c Podcast song by SIXFOOT 5: https://www.sixfoot5prod.comApple:

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