Is "Coming Out" Still a Thing?

Is "Coming Out" Still a Thing?

Author: Siena & Toast October 10, 2023 Duration: 42:25
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CORRECTION: Toast mistakenly associated “Prop 8” with Hawaii in this episode, but it was actually associated with California! More on this, and all the other episode details, on the blog: https://sienaandtoast.com/podcast/is-coming-out-still-a-thing

• Toast shares how she was raised as an Evangelical Christian & how she came out
• Siena shares how she was raised Catholic, attended an all-girls Catholic school, had many gay uncles and aunties in her family & how she came out
• approval of non-heterosexuality in the Christian Bible
• needing to re-learn what reality is when you discover you’re gay after having been raised in the Evangelical Christian world
As of this writing – 2023 – a state of emergency for LGBTQ+ Americans is in effect according to the Human Rights Campaign, the largest organization advocating for LGBTQ+ rights in America. (https://hrc-prod-requests.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Anti-LGBTQ-Legislation-Impact-Report.pdf )
You know we generally keep this podcast show thingamajig on the light and fun side, but we do want to make sure you’re aware that these are perilous times.
Steady On.
Blog post for this episode: https://sienaandtoast.com/podcast/is-coming-out-still-a-thing
LGBTQ+ Americans Under Attack: A Report and Reflection On The 2023 State Legislative Session: Read Here
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Check out some of these related past podcast episodes
Pride Month: Good People Celebrate Goodness
LGBTQ-Positive Peace, Love, and Laughs. A Pride Month Special
Coming Out- Process and Our Stories
Pride- Then and Now
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Siena & Toast have been partners in life and music since 2001, a married lesbian couple who are API and originally from Hawaii. They bring that unique perspective to every conversation on Live Your Love Story. This isn't about presenting a perfect facade; it's about the real, ongoing work of building a meaningful life together, rooted in their experiences within the LGBTQ community. You'll hear discussions that weave together personal stories with broader themes of culture, holistic health, and positive spirituality. The tone is intentionally uplifting and entertaining, but there's always an educational thread-whether they're exploring relationships, self-improvement, or what it means to be a progressive ally. Think of tuning in as a chance to sit with two friends who believe that personal growth and authentic connection are the foundations of any great love story. Their podcast offers a blend of warmth and practical insight, creating a space dedicated to being the best you can be, individually and within your communities. It’s about the daily choice to live intentionally, with joy and purpose.
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