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Big Gay Overalls - Stories of Love, Identity and Pride

My story as a someone who has come out later in life, and navigating my way to finding love, not only with another but also finding it for myself and accepting my whole self. A place to share stories to show those on the path that it can be a happy journey and worth the first steps.

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00:26:03

BGO E37 - After Coming Out: The Messy, Honest Middle

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2025/10/06

Welcome back to The Big Gay Overalls Podcast — it’s been a minute. Like… since June. Life’s been lifing: caregiving for my mum, navigating grief and growth, chasing a dream to become a teaching pro golfer, and trying to figure out what to say when you’ve already told your big coming out story.This episode isn’t polished. It’s not a highlight reel. It’s the real, raw middle — the “after” part of coming out that no one really talks about.Because here’s what I think:Coming out isn’t one big event —

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01:35:03

BGO E36 - No More Hiding: Wendy Cole on Coming Out at...

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2025/06/05

Trigger warning: This episode includes mention of suicidal ideation and mental health struggles. Please listen with care.What does it take to finally choose yourself after a lifetime of silence? In this unmissable episode of the Big Gay Overalls podcast, I sit down with the fierce, wise, and wonderfully honest Wendy Cole—transgender advocate, speaker, and transition mentor—who came out at 67 years old and completely rebuilt her life from scratch.From facing down psychiatric cruelty in the 1970s, to

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00:35:44

BGO E35 - Before & After: When You’ve Built a Life...

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2025/05/22

This episode is a bit of a deep dive, and a long overdue one. I’ve been sitting in a space of reflection lately, trying to make sense of the before and after of my life. Not the shiny, curated “before and after” you see in gym photos… but the emotional, soul-level shift of what happens when you stop living a life that looks good on the outside and start living one that feels right on the inside.In this episode, I’m sharing what it was really like to come out late in life, not just as a lesbian, but

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00:31:50

BGO E34 - Joy, Grief, and the Space In Between

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2025/04/22

It’s been a minute, but I’m back—and today’s episode is the realest I’ve ever recorded. It’s our wedding anniversary, and while I’m swimming in love and gratitude, I’m also wading through grief, family dysfunction, and the kind of emotional complexity Hallmark doesn’t make cards for.I talk candidly about what it feels like to be fully loved for the first time, the ache of navigating a difficult relationship with my mother (especially through her Alzheimer’s), and how this life I’m living

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00:29:53

BGO E33 - Learning to Relationship

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2025/03/27

This week, I'm diving into something that’s been sitting heavy and beautiful in my heart: what it really means to learn to relationship, not just romantically, but with myself and the people around me, now that I’m living as my full, true self.After a weekend away with Sharon’s incredible aunties (yes, the ones who’ve redefined family and unconditional love for me), I found myself reflecting on the difference between performing love and actually receiving it. And let me tell you, it’s a whole

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00:27:45

BGO E32 -Am I Doing Gay Wrong?

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2025/03/17

In this episode, I dive into the messy, confusing, and sometimes hilarious reality of figuring out what it even means to be queer when you come out later in life. From questioning if there’s a “right” way to be gay to navigating queer spaces like a deer in rainbow headlights, I share my own journey of feeling like an imposter in my own community.If you’ve ever wondered, Do I fit in? Am I doing this right?, you’re not alone. Spoiler: There’s no queer checklist, no standardized test, and no one’s

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00:22:55

BGO E31 - Returning to the Past

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2025/03/10

Cyclone Alfred may have brought wind and rain, but it also delivered a powerful moment of reflection. In this episode, I share what it was like staying in my ex-home, where my mum still lives with my ex-husband, during the storm. Returning to that house wasn’t just about keeping my mum safe; it was a stark reminder of how far I’ve come.From walking through the same doors as a completely different person to realizing the weight of the past I once carried, this experience was an unexpected checkpoint

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00:27:26

BGO E30 - Love Makes Us Brave

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2025/03/02

Fear kept me stuck for years. Love pushed me forward. In this episode of Big Gay Overalls Podcast, I’m talking about something that’s been rolling around in my brain lately, the way real, unconditional love makes us braver than we ever thought we could be. Not just romantic love, but the kind that comes from friends, family, and most importantly, from within ourselves.I spent a decade knowing I was gay but feeling completely lost on how to actually live as my true self. The fear of what I’d lose

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01:38:53

BGO E29 - Denise Warner: Podcasting Before It Was...

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2025/02/21

Before podcasts were even a thing, Denise Warner was out here making waves in LGBTQ+ media. From the legendary Lesbian Lounge to The Rainbow Remix, Denise has been creating space for queer stories and voices for decades. In this episode, we go deep into her own journey, her late-life coming out, the evolution of LGBTQ+ media, the community she helped build, and the unexpected love story that took her from the U.S. to London and finding her incredible wife.Join us for laughs, nostalgia, and a whole

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01:09:50

BGO E28 - From Secret Songs to Loud & Proud: J.D....

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2025/02/12

What happens when life, love, and music collide in the most unexpected ways? In this episode ofBig Gay Overalls, I sit down with J.D. Danner, musician, storyteller, and co-host of theRainbow Remix Podcast, to unpack her journey from living a traditional, closeted life to stepping into her full, unapologetic self.From playing in lesbian bars while still married, to a jaw-dropping betrayal that ultimately set her free, JD shares how she found herself through songwriting, heartbreak, and a whole lot of

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00:41:06

BGO E27 - Boundaries, Family, and Choosing Yourself –...

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2025/02/02

You asked for it, and I’m delivering, the long-awaited return of my amazing wife, Sharon, to The Big Gay Overalls Podcast! This time, we’re diving into a topic close to both our hearts: boundaries.How do we set them? How do we navigate tricky family relationships? And why is choosing ourselves sometimes the hardest (but most necessary) thing to do? Sharon, our resident counsellor, shares her wisdom on estrangement, cultural shifts in family expectations, and why “blood is thicker than water” isn’t

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00:26:45

BGO E26 - Earning Love vs. Accepting It: Breaking...

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2025/01/27

What happens when love has always felt like something you had to earn? In this raw and honest episode of Big Gay Overalls, I dive into the lifelong struggle of learning to accept love when it was never freely given.Growing up in a home where affection was a transaction left me believing my worth was tied to what I did, not who I was. But now, as I embrace my true self, I’m facing the challenge of unlearning those beliefs and allowing love in, without conditions, without guilt, and without feeling

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00:29:06

BGO E25 - Navigating Loss and Finding Grace

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2025/01/16

In this milestone 25th episode of the Big Gay Overalls podcast, I’m getting personal about grief, growth, and letting go. This week, I’ve been reflecting on some big moments, like selling a truck that once symbolised a piece of my identity, and the deeper emotional journey of coming out and redefining my life.I talk about what it means to grieve not just people but versions of ourselves and the lives we thought we’d have. For me, grieving my past doesn’t mean I regret it, it’s about honouring the

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00:31:20

BGO E24 - Reclaiming the Words That Hurt: From Shame...

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2025/01/09

In this heartfelt and raw episode of Big Gay Overalls, I dive deep into the complicated relationship I’ve had with words like “lesbian,” “dyke,” and “butch”, labels that once felt like weapons but are now part of my journey toward authenticity. I share how unpacking childhood shame, societal judgment, and fear helped me reclaim my identity and embrace my truth. This episode explores the power of words, the stories we tell ourselves, and the courage it takes to step out of hiding and into a life

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00:52:49

BGO E23 - Strong, Proud, and Unstoppable: Owning Your...

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2025/01/03

Season 2 kicks off with a powerhouse guest—fitness professional and LGBTQ advocate Izzy Wagner! 🌈💪In this episode, we dig into Izzy's journey of discovering and owning her identity, navigating the challenges of growing up queer, and transforming her struggles into strength. From battling food relationships to finding empowerment through fitness, Izzy shares how she built a thriving coaching business aimed at helping queer women feel strong, confident, and unapologetically themselves. We talk

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00:26:52

BGO E22 - Rewriting Your Narrative: Owning Your...

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2024/12/10

Ever feel like you’re living someone else’s story? I know I did for most of my life. In this episode, I’m opening up about how I broke free from the expectations and narratives that kept me trapped and started rewriting my story—a story that feels like mine.I’ll share the questions I asked myself to get unstuck, the small but powerful actions that changed everything, and why it’s never too late to turn the page. Whether you’re feeling stuck, questioning your path, or just curious about what it

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00:29:45

BGO E21 - From Quiet Suffocation to Bold...

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2024/11/30

In this week’s episode of The Big Gay Overalls Podcast, Lisa gets real about the unspoken cost of living inauthentically. Drawing from her own journey, she paints a vivid picture of what it feels like to wear the "wrong outfit" in life—the quiet suffocation, the bone-deep exhaustion, and the constant hum of anxiety that comes from pretending to be someone you’re not.But it’s not all heavy. Lisa shares the life-changing shift that happens when you start embracing your true self—step by tiny step

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00:28:18

BGO E20 - Getting Real: My Journey to Living...

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2024/11/25

In this episode of Big Gay Overalls, I’m diving into something close to my heart—authenticity. For years, I lived a life that looked great on the outside but felt completely out of sync with who I really was. It wasn’t until I hit my mid-40s that I started doing the hard, messy work of figuring out who I truly am and living in alignment with that truth. I’m sharing my story—the ups, the downs, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. From facing my fears to peeling back years of conditioning,

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00:58:44

BGO E19 - In the Hot Seat with My Wife Sharon: Big...

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2024/11/18

This week on the Big Gay Overalls Podcast, it’s a long-awaited, behind-the-scenes Q&A featuring my wife, Sharon! Join us for an honest, heartfelt, and occasionally hilarious conversation as Sharon puts me in the hot seat. From exploring the early days of my coming-out journey to reflecting on the power of connection, identity, and authenticity, we dive deep into the stories that have shaped my life and this podcast. We talk about: Navigating relationships and self-discovery. Overcoming

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00:49:42

BGO E18 - Finding Strength and Allyship Amid...

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2024/11/12

In this heartfelt episode I sit down with Denise from Rainbow Remix to unpack the complex emotions and fears surrounding recent political turmoil in the U.S. Despite living oceans apart—Lisa in Australia and Denise in the UK—we explore how the LGBTQI+ community worldwide can come together, offering validation, support, and action to those who feel unseen and unsafe. Together, we share valuable resources, practical ways to be an ally, and the critical importance of small gestures in creating safe

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