Coming Out Pod Creators & Guests

Thomas Hobson is an American stage, film, and television actor and singer. He is best known for his roles as Shout in the Nick Jr. Channel television series The Fresh Beat Band and its animated spin-off Fresh Beat Band of Spies and Bryce in the Nickelodeon television series That Girl Lay Lay. He has also starred in films such as Clubhouse Detectives (1996), Free Enterprise (1999), 12 Hour Shift (2020) and Ghosts of the Ozarks (2021).

Buck Angel is an American adult film actor, producer, and motivational speaker.

Carolyn Bergier is a comedy writer, a stand-up comedian, and the co-host of the Dyking Out podcast.

Guy Branum is a talented comedian, writer, and actor known for his sharp wit and insightful humor. Branum was born in Yuba City, California, and has made significant contributions to comedy, including his work as a writer for "Chelsea Lately" and his appearances on "The Mindy Project" and "Last Comic Standing." He is the host of the popular podcast "Pop Rocket" and the author of the memoir "My Life as a Goddess" (2018). Branum's comedy often explores themes of identity, culture, and politics, delivered with a unique and engaging perspective. He continues to entertain and enlighten audiences with his distinct comedic voice.

Sara Benincasa is an American comedian and author.

Tien Tran is an actress and comedian.

Moe Ari is one of the leading mental health experts in the realm of Transgender Identity and Hinge's Love and Connection Expert. He has a keen understanding of the intersectionality of race, gender identity, and spirituality, as well as their impact on the way individuals pursue belonging and authenticity in their lives. Over the past decade, Moe has worked with LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families on their journey to love their authentic selves and establish meaningful connections. He is also a Diversity & Equity Consultant and former Adjunct Professor at Adler University. Moe graduated from Northwestern University with an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Ellie Brigida is a musician, producer and podcaster from Boston, MA. She has a degree in Music Business from Wagner College, where she was involved in a capella, chorus, choir and band, and is currently the Studio Production Manager for Clear Harmonies.Ellie is the co-host and producer of Lez Hang Out – an award winning podcast on the TAGG podcast network with 30k monthly listeners and over 1 million downloads to date. It has been featured on LOGO’s list of best queer podcasts, HER’s The Best LGBTQ+ Podcasts You Should Be Listening To and named #1 lesbian podcast to listen to on FeedSpot. In 2021, they launched The Flame Podcast Musical on the Broadway Podcast Network. Ellie scored and produced the music, and starred in the role of Jamie.

E. R. Fightmaster is an American non-binary actor, producer, and writer.

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Marc Anthony Samuel is an actor. He is best known for his role as Felix Dubois on the TV show "General Hospital."