Made It Out

FULL EPISODE: Christina joins Mal this week to share her journey of coming out to her traditional Indian family and the journey that led her to her beautiful wedding in Italy. From experiencing homophobia while ring shopping, to proposing to her girlfriend on the cliffs of Santorini, this episode hits a lot of highs and lows! Christina discusses the cultural expectations she faced at home, her parents' supportive response to her coming out, and the process of planning her elopement.Follow our guest @cxwalia and follow her and her wife's TikTok account @christyxchristinaShop our FOR THE GIRLS merch: https://www.madeitoutpodcast.com/category/all-productsPlease don't forget to rate us on Spotify, write a review on Apple, and share this episode with your favorite camp counselor!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lauren Sanderson, iconic queer musician, shares her personal journey of understanding her avoidant attachment style, influenced by her upbringing with divorced parents. She discusses the challenges she faced, how it affected her romantic relationships, the anxious-avoidant trap, and her path to healing. Mal opens up about her anxious attachment style and how she has worked towards healing this as well. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-love, vulnerability, authenticity, and setting boundaries.Follow our guest @laurensanderson and check out her new song "Play A Part" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3msKu3UeQoQGu2jjvUaP0S?si=7ZO5N8d4SQKbk8h4P01aXgFind Lauren's tour dates at: https://www.laurensanderson.com/tourPlease don't forget to leave us a review, rate us on Spotify, and share with someone who has an anxious attachment style!For all other inquiries please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer and actor Taylor Parx shares her story of breaking off her engagement and experiencing heartbreak for the first time. That ish is not fun. She discusses the challenges faced during this time and gives expert break up advice - from none other than the woman who wrote "Thank U, Next".Follow our guest @taylaparx and check out her new album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6y9GtAWTtSJPGBsa9LDSa7?si=d8ZLDJS5RsKQ5jxBsFBG3gShop our new "for the girls" merch: https://www.madeitoutpodcast.com/category/all-productsPlease don't forget to rate us on Spotify, write a review on Apple, and share this episode with someone who's broken hearted!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian Robby Hoffman joins Mal on the couch this week to share her story of being outed at a conservative Jewish school. She explains some of the Jewish views on homosexuality, how she contemplated marrying a nice rich man instead of coming out, the aftermath of her first lesbian break up, and her journey to happiness with former Bachelorette Gabby Windey.Follow our guest @robbyhoffman and listen to her podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0gPeSf2fpW4rPczuYUvljp?si=41c311fb98334061Listen to Gabby Windey's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7o8rObueggmcnpjOhAelZv?si=324cfe30038649dfDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The talented Kathryn Gallagher joins Mal for a chat this week - in the woods of Connecticut! Kathryn and Mal discuss the pressures faced by young women who grow up in a world where winning the affection of men is the ultimate goal - and how that affected their ability to recognize their sexuality. The conversation dives into difficult topics such as overcoming sexual trauma and unwanted encounters with men, but emphasizes the importance of facing and healing from your past. *Content Warning: This episode contains content that may be challenging to some listeners.*If you are a survivor of sexual assault, you can contact the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 to receive confidential support from a trained staff member at a local RAINN affiliate.Visit RAINN: https://www.rainn.org/resourcesOn top of being an insanely talented musician and actor, Kathryn is also on the board of The Joyful Heart Foundation. The Joyful Heart Foundation is a non-profit organization founded by Mariska Hargitay to help survivors heal and reclaim joy in their lives.  Today, their mission is to transform society’s response to sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse, support survivors’ healing, and end this violence forever. Learn more, and donate here: https://www.joyfulheartfoundation.orgFollow our guest @Kathryngallagher and don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share this episode with someone from Connecticut!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian Madi Hart shares her experiences growing up as a rebellious queer kid in a conservative family. She discusses conflicts around her queer identity, the intersection of misogyny and homophobia, maintaining relationships with differing views, and hilariously ending up on prime time Fox News. Follow Madi at @madihart_soccer.

Alyson Stoner, Actor, Dancer, Podcast Host, and CEO of Movement Genius, delves into the significance of the mind-body connection, particularly in relation to the queer experience. They discuss the gap in mental health practices that overlook this connection and share their personal health journey. The conversation also addresses the challenges faced by faith communities in accepting queerness, emphasizing the importance of self-expression, and why ghosting someone who texts in ALL CAPS is basically self-care.SPECIAL FOR MADE IT OUT LISTENERS!!Get a year of Movement Genius for FREE! As well as access to the e-book discussed in the episode (Mind, Body, Pride)Use link and website below:https://www.movementgenius.com/offers/TjqzD5an?coupon_code=MADEITOUTCode: MADEITOUTFollow our guest at @alysonstoner and @movementgeniusFor all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.comShop Made It Out PRIDE merch: https://www.madeitoutpodcast.com/category/all-productsPlease don't forget to rate on Spotify, write a review on Apple Podcasts, and share this episode with someone who loves meditation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rebekah Peppler, renowned food writer and stylist, shares the story of her coming out after experiencing love at first sight in a Paris perfume shop, her quick but permanent move to France, and how it all led to her new cookbook 'Le Sud'. Rebekah explains the importance of interweaving queerness into her writing and art, and the inspiration behind the project. The episode also covers the challenges of separating self-worth from work, handling feedback, and a shares the easiest recipe from the book!Visit Rebekah's website: https://www.rebekahpeppler.com/Follow Rebekah's stubstack: https://shortlisted.substack.com/Order Le Sud on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sud-Recipes-Stories-Provence-Alpes-C%C3%B4te-dAzur/dp/1797219537/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Order A Table: https://www.amazon.com/Table-Recipes-Cooking-Eating-French/dp/1797202235/ref=pd_bxgy_d_sccl_1/133-9883124-5193759?pd_rd_w=z8gYh&content-id=amzn1.sym.c51e3ad7-b551-4b1a-b43c-3cf69addb649&pf_rd_p=c51e3ad7-b551-4b1a-b43c-3cf69addb649&pf_rd_r=RT46YMN03ZG0Z9H15SM5&pd_rd_wg=hRS1F&pd_rd_r=17d6c557-fbbd-4115-81ba-ac6ecdeef2cf&pd_rd_i=1797202235&psc=1Order Aperitif: https://www.amazon.com/Ap%C3%A9ritif-Cocktail-Hour-French-Way/dp/1524761753/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1CUBZF3S66S6G&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wYICcxlAhGNc3K_5hojgWis-8f6ScJZ7vGnD1FNVKQWhzi-Y1zwd7LIuMUiLlsChVByqVZq6Td2x9VFCq4-9J8mgQi_65pJ2EvbX-tFV-vrUSVWngs_T3qk_EHkQXx_5OPPrhU_MHxzsbmMrG9oapSU3p2iH_cu6btC_jOSvO_U-PuJd1TEFRpkdIyCqYEi_.o9k340AuIvR8O0p4KlKh8gdRDK0Ovw71mxhfcUSFjDU&dib_tag=se&keywords=rebekah+peppler&qid=1718665789&s=books&sprefix=rebekah+peppler%2Cstripbooks%2C157&sr=1-3Order the shirt Mal is wearing "Frocciagine" at: https://lazymadonna.myshopify.com/Shop Made It Out PRIDE merch: https://www.madeitoutpodcast.com/category/all-productsPlease don't forget to rate on Spotify, review on Apple, and share this episode with your favorite French person! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lesbian TikTok Icon Soph Mosca joins Mal this week to discuss how social media intersected with her coming out journey, and the positive impact that Lesbian TikTok has had on Gen-Z. From the highs of being in a public relationship to the lows of a breakup played out in front of millions, Soph also shares valuable insight and advice on navigating personal struggles in the public eye.If you're ready for love, download Hinge today! https://hin.ge/MadeItOut [hin.ge]Shop our pride merch: https://www.madeitoutpodcast.com/category/all-productsFollow our guest @sophmosca and don't forget to subscribe, rate on Spotify, review on Apple and share this episode with your cat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Musician/Actor/Dancer Kat Cunning joins us this week for a candid and poetic conversation around gender, pronouns and dispelling the binary.Kat interweaves their journey from dance to music and acting, and how these artforms empowered their queerness. Kat emphasizes the importance of existing beyond binary constructs and setting boundaries around asking people to respect your pronouns.Follow our guest @katcunning and check out their music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0THdxk7bYWo6wciF1gInBK?si=Tm77tMWiSaCfIE-8X8gk6gSingle? Looking for love? Maybe just friends? Download Hinge and show off your full self using the new LGBTQIA+ Prompts today! https://hin.ge/MadeItOutPlease don’t forget to rate us on Spotify, write a review on Apple, and share this episode with your Postmates driver!For all other inquiries, email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices