

Happy Healthy Homo
Joel Wood & Keegan Hirst
Empowering Gay Men to Live Happily & Healthily! Hosted by Keegan Hirst and Joel Wood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 19, 2023 • 31min
Fear and Gay Shame: Coming Out, Accepting Your Sexuality & Living Authentically
Topics include coming out challenges and experiences, fear and reluctance before coming out, the importance of representation and supportive communities, and living authentically. Recommendations for better sleep with chamomile tea.

Apr 12, 2023 • 29min
Breaking Down Gay Stereotypes: Examining Masculinity and Femininity in the LGBTQ+ Community
The hosts discuss the impact of their conversations, their target audience, and plans for future episodes. They explore toxic masculinity and femininity, emphasizing the importance of moderation. They examine stereotypes and biases in the LGBTQ+ community and discuss backlash and criticisms faced by the community.

Apr 5, 2023 • 21min
Finding Love Isn't Always Easy: Understanding the Challenges of Gay Dating in the LGBTQ+ Community
The podcast explores the challenges of dating in the LGBTQ+ community, including ghosting and navigating the gay dating pool. The hosts discuss the difficulties and frustrations of dating in the LGBTQ+ community, as well as the importance of setting personal boundaries and creating checklists for potential partners.

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Mar 29, 2023 • 34min
Finding Your People: Tips for Making Meaningful Connections Within the LGBTQ+ Community
This week we chat about how to make gay friends, the importance of having gay AND straight friends and how to make sure your friendships are still serving you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 2023 • 29min
Why It's Important to Love Your Body: Understanding Body Image in the Gay Community
This podcast discusses the importance of body image in the gay community, highlighting how appearance can lead to low self-esteem. It explores shifting perspectives on attractiveness, managing expectations, and valuing oneself beyond physical appearance.

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Mar 14, 2023 • 27min
Welcome to Happy Healthy Homo!
The hosts discuss their disillusionment with the gay community and their desire to provide an alternative narrative. They challenge stereotypes and norms within the LGBTQ+ community and emphasize the importance of support and progressiveness. The speakers explore the bias of social media platforms and redefine success. They also discuss the challenges of coming out and the pressure to fit into stereotypes. Lastly, they emphasize making informed decisions and staying true to oneself, while addressing the negative impact of the chemsex scene.


