Coming Out Late
Through narrative interviews, Robin Douglass shares real, raw & relatable Coming Out Late stories as well as resources meant to support, inspire and educate you on your own coming out late journey. You can stop living someone else’s life, and start living your own, and know, that you are not alone!It’s better late than never, because it’s never too late!
Coming Out Late
Ep. #198: The Philly Retreat, Locket Barbershop & More!
In this episode of the Coming Out Late podcast Robin and Chris invite two very special guests, barbers Wallace and Jess. Wallace & Jess are romantic partners, business partners and Owners of Locket Barber Shop in the Olde Kenzo part Philadelphia, PA.
In this episode you will learn . . .
- How did Jess & Wallace meet? And, how did they get into barbering?
- What has surprised you most about running a business while also being together as a couple?
- Has being queer has helped or hindered their business?
- What is a queer-affirming haircut? And are there distinguishable nuances between a femme versus masc cut?
- What’s the difference between a Barbershop and a Salon?
- Wanna support our “Coming Out Late” podcast? Then please consider buying Robin a “virtual” coffee as a sign of your appreciation. Any and all donations are deeply, deeply appreciated!! Go to: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RobinDouglass
LINKS TO RESOURCES:
LOCKET BARBERSHOP: Owners, Jess & Wallace (@wallacethebarber); Instagram: @locketbarber TikTok: @locketbarber; Email: locketbarbershop@gmail.com; Locket Barbershop, 1733 North Second Street, Philadelphia, PA (Olde Kenzo)
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