Made It Out

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

Lesbian celebrity hairstylist Rala joins Mal for a juicy episode!!!!!!! She shares the story of a toxic relationship with a USPS package thief... and a compulsive liar. The episode delves into the emotional turmoil experienced, the decision to leave, and the healing process. The discussion further explores the impact of betrayal on self-esteem, the journey of rebuilding self-esteem, and the lessons learned from past relationships.Follow our guest @hairbyrala and please don't forget to rate on Spotify, review on Apple, and share this episode with someone who just got engaged!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian Rachel Samples shares her first lesbian relationship with her former college roommate, discussing the challenges of coming out. They eventually break up, highlighting the difficulties of WLW breakups. The episode emphasizes the importance of facing feelings, spending time alone, and trying mushrooms. The conversation is filled with humor and insights on love and personal growth.

[Video available on Spotify and YouTube]Becca Tilley joins Mal this week to discuss her relationship with "Lesbian Jesus" Hayley Kiyoko - how it started, the conversations that led to keeping it private for years (but don't worry, Taylor Swift knew the whole time), and the challenges that came with being two public figures in a private relationship.Becca chronicles her journey from her southern, christian upbringing, going on The Bachelor (twice!) and finally falling in love for the first time... with a woman.If this episode inspired you to find a love like Becca and Hayley's, download Hinge and show off your full self using the new LGBTQIA+ Prompts today! https://hin.ge/MadeItOutFollow our guest @beccatilley and check out her podcast "Scrubbing In with Becca Tilley & Tanya Rad" https://open.spotify.com/show/60H5719gBtZCmZnlNVoc8w?si=a730a60907914b1cDon't forget to rate us on Spotify, leave a review on Apple, and share this episode with a magician! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we bring you a conversation centered around queer mental health and borderline personality disorder, with Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Jordan Werner. Jordan discusses the complexities of queer mental health and the patterns she sees in her LGBT-identifying clients: anxiety, shame, and identity issues.Jordan discusses the employment of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her practice: a modality developed for the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Jordan explains the symptoms of BPD, common traits to look out for, and the challenges of diagnosing personality disorders. The discussion also covers the intersectionality of mental health and marginalized communities, the perception of BPD as a patriarchal diagnosis, and the potential for recovery through therapy. Lastly, Jordan teaches us TIPP Skills for when we feel dysregulated and want to calm ourselves down.The resources mentioned in this episode are:"I Hate You, Don't Leave Me" by Jerold J. Kreisman, MDOpen Path Collective: https://openpathcollective.org/Follow our guest @instadub92 and check out her website (she's taking new clients!) at www.jordanwtherapy.comDon't forget to subscribe, rate on Spotify, write a review on Apple, and share this episode with your spouse!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Singer-Songwriter Zolita joins Mal this week for an honest conversation about food and disordered eating. Zolita opens up about her battle with anorexia throughout her young adulthood, the health implications it had, and how she finally overcame it. Mal shares details of her binge eating disorder, the yo-yo effects of extreme diets, and how she still struggles with finding balance today. This episode also explores a correlation between eating disorders and coming out, how being vegan is often used as a "crutch" during recovery, and how the girls both finally learned to love and appreciate their bodies through yoga.*Content Warning: This episode contains content that may be challenging to some listeners.*Follow our guest @zolita and watch her music video for "Small Town Scandal" that came out today! Buy tickets for her tour here: https://www.zolitamusic.com/Don't forget to subscribe, rate on Spotify, review on Apple, and share this episode with your line dancing partner!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get out your pen and paper - Professor Kej is here to whip your wardrobe into shape! This episode looks into how your style evolves and changes as you come out and become more in tune with your queerness. Kej shares her journey with clothes and how she struggled to express herself through outfits when she was unsure of who she was, and how realizing she was gay shaped her. This episode also answers questions such as: How do I build the perfect closet? How should I handle body insecurities? How do I know which style category is more "me"? I have so many clothes but nothing to wear, what can I do? How do I dress for a formal event if I don't enjoy wearing dresses? Note - this episode has a lot of fun visual elements, so we recommend you watch on Spotify or YouTube.Follow our guest for more styling tips @kejtheanimal and feel free to reach out for fashion advice!Don't forget to subscribe, rate on Spotify, review on Apple, and share this episode with your hot high school English teacher!For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices