Graying Rainbows launched in November 2018. It's been an eventful three years, so this episode is a little different. It contains some advice for new listeners, reflections on lessons learned, and a brief look toward the future. Now that there

GR 55 Review of "All In" by Billie Jean King

Oct 1st, 2021 13m 33s

This episode of Graying Rainbows is a review of Billie Jean King's new autobiography "All In." I highly recommend the audio version because it is read by King and her emotions come through. King's story includes "coming out later in life." She

Rae McDaniel: Gender Transitions Coach

Sep 3rd, 2021 42m 22s

This episode of Graying Rainbows features Gender Transition Coach Rae McDaniel. She shares her own story and her passion for helping clients of all ages. Rae's Websites: Practical Audacity Genderfck: The Club Other References: Transgender Hi

Army Veteran Andre Barnhardt

Aug 6th, 2021 21m 20s

In this month's episode of Graying Rainbows Army veteran Andre Barnhardt shares his struggle to embrace his identity as a gay man. He reminds us that despite the new more "open" policies it remains difficult to come out in a military culture.

Asexuality with Sondra Julie Decker

Jul 2nd, 2021 49m 25s

This episode is an interview with Julie Sondra Decker, author of "The Invisible Orientation: An Introduction to Asexuality." Most people acknowledge that sexual orientations includes homosexuals, bisexuals, and heterosexuals, but there is actua

Dr. Larry Millhoffer shares his experiences from the early days of AIDS

Jun 18th, 2021 1h 4m

Dr. Larry Millhoffer is a retired physician who is grateful to have been with his husband for 45 years. Over that time the meaning of "coming out" has evolved, but a pivotal time in his life was caring for the first patients with AIDS as a youn

Retired Brig General David Cotton embraces his LGBT+ identity

Jun 4th, 2021 59m 10s

Retired Air Force Brig. General David Cotton shares his story of coming out LGBT+ after leaving his military career. He struggled with depression and with ending his marriage, but he shares how he learned how to embrace vulnerability and discov

Quinn Cromm on being Non-Binary

May 7th, 2021 50m 28s

This episode of Graying Rainbows features Quinn Cromm who shares their experience of being non-binary in a world of rapidly changing ideas. If you downloaded this episode before July 7, 2021 please download this corrected version. My apologies

Carren Strock Returns

Apr 2nd, 2021 39m 36s

In this month's episode of Graying Rainbows we talk with writer Carren Strock about the 3rd edition of "Married Women Who Love Women, and More." Despite changing attitudes women continue to discover their attraction to other women after marriag

Former Minister Nathan Hall Shares His Journey

Mar 5th, 2021 48m 20s

In this episode of Graying Rainbows former minister Nathan Hall shares what happened when he was outed without warning. It is an inspiring story of strength and resilience. Recommended Reading: God and the Gay Christian: The Biblical Case in S

Jane Fleishman, author of "The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging."

Feb 5th, 2021 59m 33s

This month's episode of Graying Rainbows features Jane Fleishman, author of "The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging." Links and References: The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging by Jane

Nick McKenney from the Gay Coaches Alliance

Jan 1st, 2021 38m 15s

This month's episode of Graying Rainbows features Nick McKenney from the Gay Coaches Alliance. Nick came out 10 years ago when he was 63 years old and his first words for those of you who are struggling is that "it will get better." Email Dr. C

Dr. Tony Kaye

Dec 4th, 2020 1h

This month's episode of Graying Rainbows features retired UK physician Tony Kaye. He shares his journey including some of the new challenges created by the COVID 19 pandemic. Announcements: Sign up for the FREE Graying Rainbows Newsletter

Angela Williams

Nov 6th, 2020 52m 57s

This episode of Graying Rainbows features Angela Williams who shares her story of breaking free from toxic religious teachings. Her story also reminds us that coming out LGBT+ later in life is about much more than sex. Links and References: Pu

GR 42 Lou Poulain

Oct 2nd, 2020 55m 42s

In this month's episode of Graying Rainbows listener Lou Poulain shares his story of coming out in his sixties. Books and Episodes Mentioned: GR 31 with Kristin Kalbli of the Straight Spouses Network The Gay Revolution: The Story of the Strug

Lou Poulain: Coming out after 60

Oct 2nd, 2020 55m 42s

Lorena Lorena de Idiáquez Bakula: A Story of Transition

Sep 4th, 2020 58m 39s

This episode of Graying Rainbows features my friend and fellow physician Lorena de Idiáquez Bakula. Lorena shares her story of growing up as a boy in Puru, where she attended university and medical school before moving to the United States to c

Michael Crumpler

Aug 7th, 2020 46m 10s

This month's episode of Graying Rainbows features Reverend Michael Crumpler who is the Director for LGBTQ and Multicultural Programs for the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA). He shares the story of how he was able to realize his dream o

Jenn T Grace from Publish Your Purpose Press

Jul 17th, 2020 48m 54s

This extra episode of Graying Rainbows is an interview with author and entrepreneur Jenn T Grace. Jenn is the founder of Publish Your Purpose Press and her latest book is called "House on Fire: Finding Resilience, Hope, and Purpose in the Ashes

Tress Ahles shares "the Messy Middle"

Jul 3rd, 2020 35m 39s

GR 38 features educator Tress Ahles who courageously shares her ongoing coming out journey, including the tension between the joys of embracing her true identity and guilt about the impact on those she loves. Links and References: To get the f

William Smith founder of "Gay Life After 40"

Jun 5th, 2020 42m 17s

This month's guest William Smith founded the long-running website gaylifeafter40.com and several related groups on Facebook. We go beyond his personal coming out story as he shares the lessons he has learned from helping other gay men come out

What do you do when love is not enough?

May 1st, 2020 24m

What do you do when you love your spouse, but you discover that you are gay? In this episode of Graying Rainbows Rosemary Cianfarani shares how after struggling with anxiety and depression for decades she was able to find a place of self accept

GR 36: Rosemary Cianfarani

May 1st, 2020 24m

Brian Gorman: The Power of Helping Others

Apr 3rd, 2020 30m 8s

In this month's episode of Graying Rainbows transformation coach Brian Gorman share the story of how he helped a younger man come out under very difficult circumstances. More about Brian Gorman: His website: https://TransformingLives.Coach Th

Listener Elana Koop share her story of "coming out" from an Orthodox Jewish community

Mar 2nd, 2020 45m 54s

I really appreciate that Graying Rainbows listener Elana Knoppvolunteered to share her story with us this month. It is a fascinating tale self-discovery from within an orthodox Jewish Community. You will be both amazed and inspired. Announcemen