Mindfully Gay Podcast
Welcome to the Mindfully Gay Podcast hosted by Jerry Buie and John Cottrell. Listen to these heart-to-heart conversations that transcend the ordinary.
Guided by a simple yet impactful questions, John and Jerry unravel a tapestry of emotional dialogues. They delve courageously into the essence of what it means to take risks as a gay man, navigating through the intricate pathways of bravery, vulnerability, and the ultimate quest for self-acceptance. Their personal narratives of courageously facing fears and embracing their true selves are not just stories, but powerful testaments to the resilience and vibrancy of the gay experience.
Episodes
85 episodes
What Is A Good Gay? (Epi 37)
🎙️ Mindfully Gay Podcast -- Episode Title: "What Is A Good Gay?"Air Date: Friday, June 20, 2025What does it really mean to be a "good gay"?In this powerful new episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, John and Jerry wrestle wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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1:05:17
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #37 Teaser: “What Is A Good Gay?”)
What does it really mean to be a "good gay"?In this powerful new episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, John and Jerry wrestle with this loaded question--one that emerged during a retreat Jerry hosted with queer men from a wide range of b...
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Coming Out, Showing Up, and Shining Bright (Epi 36)
Coming Out, Showing Up, and Shining Bright -- LIVE at Generations ConferenceAir Date: Friday, June 6, 2025We're coming to you live from the Generations Conference in Salt Lake City for a powerful reunion episode of the Mindfully G...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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1:29:05
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #36 Teaser: “Coming Out, Showing Up, and Shining Bright”)
"Coming Out, Showing Up, and Shining Bright" -- LIVE at Generations Conference on May 20, 2025In this heartfelt live recording, co-hosts John, Jerry, and Nick reunite at the Generations Conference, a gathering for professionals in health...
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Coming Out, Rising Up (Epi 35)
Coming Out, Rising Up: Uplifting Stories & Allyship in the LGBTQ+ JourneyComing out doesn't always have to be framed in pain. In this heart-centered episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing May 23rd, John and Jerry take a fresh p...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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1:03:46
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #35 Teaser: “Coming Out, Rising Up”)
Coming Out, Rising Up: Uplifting Stories & Allyship in the LGBTQ+ JourneyComing out doesn't always have to be framed in pain. In this heart-centered episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing May 23rd, John and Jerry take a fresh p...
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Facing Vulnerability (Epi 34)
Mindfully Gay Podcast | Episode 34: "Facing Vulnerability: Fear, Shame & the Power to Overcome"Air Date: May 9, 2025In this powerful episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, John and Jerry unpack the layered experience of vulnera...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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58:42
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #34 Teaser: “Facing Vulnerability”)
In this powerful episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, John and Jerry unpack the layered experience of vulnerability--what it is, how it shows up in our lives, and how we can move through it with resilience and purpose.
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Reclaiming Pride (Epi 33)
Reclaiming Pride: What Does It Really Mean Today? | Mindfully Gay PodcastAir Date: April 25thWhat does Pride really mean to you?In this reflective and heartfelt episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, hosts John Cottrell and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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52:54
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #33 Teaser: “Reclaiming Pride”)
Reclaiming Pride: What Does It Really Mean Today? | Mindfully Gay PodcastAir Date: April 25thWhat does Pride really mean to you?In this reflective and heartfelt episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, hosts John Cottrell and ...
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Gay Adult Friendships (Epi 32)
Gay Adult Friendships: Beyond the Apps | Mindfully Gay PodcastWhy is it so hard to make and maintain meaningful friendships as gay adults? In this powerful episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, hosts John Cottrell and Jerry Buie explore...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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1:06:13
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #32 Teaser: “Gay Adult Friendships”)
Gay Adult Friendships: Beyond the Apps | Mindfully Gay PodcastWhy is it so hard to make and maintain meaningful friendships as gay adults? In this powerful episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, hosts John Cottrell and Jerry Buie explore...
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Shadow Work & the Queer Experience (Epi 31)
In this eye-opening episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, co-hosts Jerry Buie and John Cottrell explore the complex and transformative world of Shadow Work, breaking it down in a way that's relatable, relevant, and real.What is shadow wo...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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1:03:34
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #31 Teaser: “Shadow Work & the Queer Experience”)
Premieres March 28, 2025 -- In this eye-opening episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, co-hosts Jerry Buie and John Cottrell explore the complex and transformative world of Shadow Work, breaking it down in a way that's relatable, relevant, and r...
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Breaking the Cycle of Comparison (Epi 30)
Why do we, as queer men, so often feel unqualified or unworthy in certain spaces? In this episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing March 14th, John and Jerry explore the patterns of self-comparison that hold us back. Whether it's age, gende...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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1:06:58
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #30 Teaser: “Breaking the Cycle of Comparison”)
Why do we, as queer men, so often feel unqualified or unworthy in certain spaces? In this episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing March 14th, John and Jerry explore the patterns of self-comparison that hold us back. Whether it's age, gende...
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Shame (Epi 29)
Shame--an emotion that can feel inescapable, especially for queer men. In this episode of The Mindfully Gay Podcast, John and Jerry take an honest and compassionate look at the origins of shame and the lasting impact it has on our lives. Throug...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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1:01:50
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #29 Teaser: “Shame”)
Shame--an emotion that can feel inescapable, especially for queer men. In this episode of The Mindfully Gay Podcast, John and Jerry take an honest and compassionate look at the origins of shame and the lasting impact it has on our lives. Throug...
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The Importance of Male Touch (Epi 28)
In this special Valentine's Day episode of The Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing February 14th, John and Jerry welcome guest Trevor James from Los Angeles, a dedicated advocate for men's intimacy, sensuality, and sexuality. Trevor delves into the p...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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51:29
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #28 Teaser: “The Importance of Male Touch”)
In this special Valentine's Day episode of The Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing February 14th, John and Jerry welcome guest Trevor James from Los Angeles, a dedicated advocate for men's intimacy, sensuality, and sexuality. Trevor delves into the p...
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Overcoming Fear & Empowering Community (Epi 27)
In the next episode of Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing January 31st, your hosts Jerry and John tackle a topic that resonates deeply in today’s world: fear. With the current state of global and local events, particularly in the aftermath of the re...
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Episode 27
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1:04:47
Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #27 Teaser: “Overcoming Fear & Empowering Community”)
In the next episode of Mindfully Gay Podcast, airing January 31st, your hosts Jerry and John tackle a topic that resonates deeply in today’s world: fear. With the current state of global and local events, particularly in the aftermath of the re...
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Dreaming the Future (Epi 26)
In this special anniversary episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, we celebrate one year of sharing stories, fostering community, and shining a light on the unique experiences of gay and queer men. Join John and Jerry as they take a hea...
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Mindfully Gay Podcast (Epi #26 Teaser: “Dreaming the Future”)
In this special anniversary episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, we celebrate one year of sharing stories, fostering community, and shining a light on the unique experiences of gay and queer men. Join John and Jerry as they take a hea...
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The Healing Power of Sex (Epi 25)
Join Jerry and John in the latest episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast as they continue the conversation about sex, sexuality, and intimacy within the gay and queer community. Airing on January 3, 2025, this episode explores the profound potent...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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