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Coming Out Late

Through narrative interviews, Robin Douglass shares real, raw & relatable Coming Out Late stories as well as resources meant to support, inspire and educate you on your own coming out late journey. You can stop living someone else’s life, and start living your own, and know, that you are not alone!It’s better late than never, because it’s never too late!

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22:06

Ep. #209: Holy Shit! I'm Gay! Part 1 (replay)

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2025/12/19

How does one “follow the bread crumbs” to discover and/or confirm if they are gay or not? Great question! Married to a man for nearly 30-years, Robin had her “Aha!” moment literally on her 54th birthday. (No. That’s not a typo. She came out to herself at 54-years of age!) Robin takes you on her journey from those first vague and sporadic inner stirrings she felt about women to finally figuring out “what was wrong with her”. Robin shares with us how she cracked-her-case that had been plaguing ...

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Ep. #208: Learning to Let Go While Coming Out Late...

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2025/12/14

In this week’s episode, Robin talks about the keys to living a serene and fulfilling life. Robin puts on her philosophical beret and covers topics such as “acceptance”, “surrendering”, “expectations” and “letting go” and what in the world does that have to do with coming out late? Give yourself permission to ‘think’ and ‘do’ differently; because we can!Nothing changes if nothing changes.We ALWAYS have options and choices to ‘think’ and ‘do’ differently.It’s how we respond to adversity, to cha...

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Ep. #207: Who Am I? (Since Coming Out Late)

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2025/12/05

In this episode of Coming Out Late, Robin broaches a subject - a question really - that she hears almost more than any other topic or question. And that is, “Who Am I? (Since Coming Out Late)”. Maybe we’ve ‘lost ourselves’ in our marriage, or in our careers; maybe we’ve never really ‘been on our own or lived alone’ - ever! “Who Am I?” outside of my marriage, nuclear family and friendships? Do I even know what I’m passionate about? Who Am I Since Coming Out Late? That is the single most asked ...

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Ep. #206: Navigating the Holidays - Coming Out Late...

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2025/11/28

The holidays are upon us and we have only been ‘out’ for a short while; or maybe we haven’t quite come out to everyone yet; or maybe our soon-to-be-ex ‘outed’ you to his entire family. In this episode Robin and Chris talk about the upcoming holidays and how we plan ahead, prepare for and protect ourselves from some seriously uncomfortable holiday experiences. Keys to successful holidays: transparency, openness and honest communication.Use a lifeline if you need one, and have an exit planBe re...

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Ep. #205: You're Queer + The Holidays = The Need for...

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2025/11/21

The holidays can be particularly challenging for those who’ve just come out. Robin shares how to handle difficult situations with care and the importance of keeping lines of communication with your children and/or family as open as possible. Robin also discusses why the New Year is a perfect time to prioritize self care! In this episode, you will learn… How to handle the holidays with your significant other or former significant otherYou don't have to spend an uncomfortable holiday unless the...

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Ep. #204: A Few Coming Out Late Announcements

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2025/11/15

In this episode of the Coming Out Late podcast, Robin makes a few Coming Out Late Announcements and clarifies a few things about where to find the special Premium Interview episodes. In this episode, you will hear Robin announce… First Premium Interview - Ep. #200: Kristin Key. Purchase it, ($5), at: https://buymeacoffee.com/robindouglass/e/466637Second Premium Interview - Ep. #204: Alayna Joy. Purchase it, ($5), at: https://buymeacoffee.com/robindouglass/e/476490MESSY MIDDLE MONDAY SUPPORT G...

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Ep. #200: Announcing the NEW Coming Out Late "Premium...

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2025/11/07

In this episode, Robin announces the next evolution of the Coming Out Late podcast: Monthly Premium Interviews featuring some of the most inspiring, hilarious, and thought-provoking voices in our queer world. In this episode, you will learn… How you can access these Premium Interviews:Monthly Subscriber: Become a paid Monthly Subscriber to access the ”Premium Interviews” via Buzzsprout, ($4/month). Link to join: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2114849/subscribeOne-At-A-Time: purchase only th...

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Ep. #203 (QS.02): Queer & Sober - Belonging

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2025/10/31

In this special monthly episode of “Queer & Sober”, (a special offering thru the Coming Out Late podcast audience), Chris and Robin talk about one of the most universal parts of being human — belonging. Chris and Robin's honest and personal reflections on what it's like to navigate recovery as a queer person and to find or build your own communities. In this episode, you will learn… The difference between fitting in (performing for acceptance) and belonging (rooted in authenticity)How qu...

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27:37

Ep. #202: Am I Any Less Gay If I Am, or Was, Married...

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2025/10/24

In this week’s episode Robin shares with us her perspective on the frequently asked question, “Am I Less Gay Because I Was, (or Am), Married to A Man?”. Robin also answers the question, “How did you know you were gay? Did you waiver? Did you need ‘an experience’ to know for sure?” Some of the topics you’ll hear Robin share with you are: Contempt prior to investigation; and how does that relate to being newly gay?What is ‘sexuality’? And could it really be fluid?Your truth is yours to define; ...

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Ep. #201: Feeling All the Feels While Coming Out Late

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2025/10/17

In this episode of Coming Out Late, Robin talks about feeling all the feelings while going through the coming out late journey. Consider this a pep-talk if you will In this episode, you will learn… How we are expected to know things we never knew before; do things we’ve never done before.How to accept, acknowledge & be with financial insecurity, loneliness and grief.Taking a look at how much we’ve grown, learned & handled over the year. Acknowledging to yourself that you a...

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17:45

Ep. #1: Announcing - A Brand New Community, Retreat...

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2025/10/03

In this episode of Coming Out Late, Robin & Chris announce the beginning of a brand new Community - Queer & Sober: Community and Retreats. Who is Queer & Sober for? And what is Queer & Sober about? It’s about co-creating a safe, affirming community where every voice matters, joy is shared and together we thrive. Have a listen and learn more . . . What is a Queer & Sober Community? Who is this Queer & Sober Community for?Is it just a ‘Community’?If you’re so...

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50:15

Ep. #199: Why You Need to Join A Coming Out Late...

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2025/09/26

In this episode of Coming Out Late, Robin & Chris discuss the depth and breadth in which attending Coming Out Late Support Groups are of vital importance to us on this journey of coming out later. In this episode, you will learn . . . Why do support groups matter, and make them feel so safe and supportive?Support Groups are where you can share your story and show up as your honest and vulnerable self; then,y our deeper purpose begins to emerge.Support Groups are non-ju...

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Ep. #198: The Philly Retreat, Locket Barbershop & More!

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2025/09/19

In this episode of the Coming Out Late podcast Robin and Chris invite two very special guests, barbers Wallace and Jess. Wallace & Jess are romantic partners, business partners and Owners of Locket Barber Shop in the Olde Kenzo part Philadelphia, PA. In this episode you will learn . . . How did Jess & Wallace meet? And, how did they get into barbering?What has surprised you most about running a business while also being together as a couple?Has being queer has helped or hindered...

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Ep. #197: Why Is 'Coming Out Late' An Inevitable Part...

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2025/09/12

In this episode, Robin introduces a particular topic or theme or idea that she hopes will help us all think a little deeper, feel a little more awakened and possibly even inspire us to act a little differently as we navigate through this journey of life and of coming out. In this episode you will consider the possibility of ‘impermanence’ and learn . . . What is the meaning of ‘impermanence’, and why is it important?How does ‘impermanence’ affect us: Emotionally? Socially? Intellectually? Men...

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Ep. #196: Talking Sex & Relationships w/Samantha Fox,...

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2025/09/05

In this Part 2 episode of the Coming Out Late podcast, Robin continues her conversation with friend and Lesbian Curiosity Coach, Samantha Fox, to keep talking about sex and relationships as it pertains to our ever-growing community of newly-out, not-straight queer folx. In this episode you will hear Robin and Samantha discuss . . . A very big part of our coming out process IS awakening to our own sexual desires, our sex drive and defining our own sensuality.The taboo of self-pleas...

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Ep. #195: Talking Sex & Relationships w/SAMANTHA FOX,...

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2025/08/29

In this episode of the Coming Out Late podcast, Robin invites Samantha Fox back to talk about sex and relationships as it pertains to our ever-growing community of newly-out, not-straight queer folx. In this episode you will hear Robin and Samantha discuss . . . The coming out late journey is fraught with potholes, messy-middles, and a multitude of emotions. But, what about what happens AFTER you’re through the messy middle - what then?Post the messy-middle, we are still faced with deal...

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Ep. #194: From Depressed, Angry & Anxious to...

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2025/08/22

In this episode, Robin reminds us of the significance and importance of us not only hearing other women’s coming out stories, but also telling our own. We grow, we learn and we heal every time we share or hear coming out late stories. Robin reads to us the story of one particular woman who can recall always being attracted to women for as long as she could remember - but knew she had to suppress those thoughts and feelings. (Thank you social norms and comphet!) After being married to a man, a...

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39:30

Ep. #193: Coming Out Late - The Catalyst Experience,...

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2025/08/15

In this episode, Robin picks up where she left off in last weeks’ Episode of: “The Catalyst, Part One”, by first reminding us that catalyst relationships can and DO have one of the most significant impacts on us during the early stages of our Coming Out Late journey. While there is a certain amount of mystery and excitement surrounding a catalyst experience, Robin reminds us to proceed with caution, IF we are to proceed at all. Robin also outlines for us several necessary assumptions and cons...

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Ep. #192: Coming Out Late - The Catalyst Experience,...

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2025/08/08

In this episode, Robin talks about The Catalyst and shares some insight as to WHAT a catalyst is . . . HOW the catalyst relationship is different from all other future same sex relationships . . . and WHY it’s important to understand your part, your ‘role’ in this very important, very intense first relationship with a woman. ALL women-to-women relationships are important, but there’s to be nothing like our first (catalytic) same sex relationship. There are no “silver bullets” in catalyst rela...

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Ep. #191: How Do You Know That You're Gay? (Ft....

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2025/07/31

In this episode of the Coming Out Late podcast, Robin introduces you to two new friends of hers - Rebecca and Issy, the co-founders of YES!, via an episode of one of their very own podcasts. YES! is a nonprofit educational organization that provides sex-positive, intersectional, consent-based, sexuality education to people of ALL ages. Yes! stands for Your Empowered Sexuality. They offer anti-oppressive and shame-free educational programs using interactive workshops, social media, and other m...

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