This week, we’re joined by Michael and Bruno—two Disney-loving soulmates who, like us, are an American-Brazilian couple building a life across cultures.We talk about the magic of their relationship, from surprising each other early on to proudly owning the title Disney gays. They share stories of pin collecting (with boundaries!), dating rituals, and finding joy in the little things.Bruno opens up about immigrating to the U.S. and feeling self-conscious about grammar and accents, while Michael reflects on his Cuban-Croatian roots and childhood dreams of visiting Brazil.We also dive into growing up closeted in the '90s, queer joy, and the powerful moment of seeing yourself in another couple.It’s sweet, nostalgic, and full of love—internationally speaking.
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Jordan is an Old Friend
Today, we’re joined by Jordan—a longtime friend of Tyler and a total beam of light.Born in Spiro, Oklahoma, Jordan opens up about growing up Black and biracial in a small town where he never quite fit in—not Black enough for the Black kids, not white enough for the white ones. The youngest of six, he shares how he used humor and heart to survive.We talk about his journey from Oklahoma to Madrid—his first big city—where he felt free for the first time, fell in love (more than once), and began to truly discover himself. From college cheerleading to being bullied into moving back to the U.S., Jordan’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and healing.He shares intimate thoughts on identity, trauma, and dating as a Black man in the gay community. Plus: self-help books, becoming a dad, Dave & Buster’s, car accidents, and why sometimes… you just have to pick a fight in a relationship.
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Patty & Leo are Gen Z
It’s a double date! In this episode, Patty and Leo join us to talk love, pop culture, Catholic school trauma, and the very serious theory that drinking milk turns kids gay.Leo grew up in Mexico, dated a girl for three years, and came out after moving to L.A. to pursue acting. Patty, from Chicago, found his voice on TikTok during the pandemic—spilling celeb gossip like they’re close personal friends (because in his world, they are).We talk about their first date, how they handle hate online, the pressure queer people feel to overachieve, and why Leo’s the spicy one and Patty keeps it chill.It’s funny, honest, and full of Gen Z energy.
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Michael is a Therapist
This week, we sit down with Michael Pezzullo—a licensed therapist and mental health advocate specializing in LGBTQ+ affirming care.Born and raised in NYC, now living in West Hollywood, Michael opens up about growing up in Hell’s Kitchen, why he still feels like a New Yorker, and the long road (literally—he failed his driving test six times) to becoming a therapist.We talk masculinity, internalized homophobia, and the personas gay men build to survive—only to end up feeling alone. Michael unpacks the myth of perfection, the power of boundaries, and how to recognize when you're just building walls.Also: Who are the mean gays of WeHo? Who’s the king and queen? And is masculinity always toxic?This episode is raw, insightful, and full of heart—for anyone exploring identity, community, and healing.
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Fabian is a Star
You might know her as Naysha Lopez, but to us, Fabian is a star in and out of drag.In this episode, he opens up about his journey from dreaming of the crown to winning Miss Continental—and later competing in Mister Continental, the male counterpart to the iconic pageant. We talk about the difference between pageants and Drag Race, finding confidence outside of drag, and inspiring others to embrace their full selves.Fabian also shares how he handles critique, blurs the lines between masculine and feminine, and hosts Roscoe’s legendary viewing parties with equal parts grace and shade.The beauty is here.
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