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UK-based podcast where men share their stories of coming out later-in-life. chapsoutpod.substack.com

  1. Coming Out at 38: Steve Freeman | CHAPS OUT

    14 HR AGO

    Coming Out at 38: Steve Freeman | CHAPS OUT

    In this episode of Chaps Out, host Grant Philpott speaks with Steve Freeman who shares his story. From a happy childhood growing up in rural Suffolk to a 30-year career in the police, and ultimately coming out as a gay man later in life. In this candid episode, Steve opens up about navigating marriage, fatherhood, the challenges of coming out in a traditionally macho profession, and the unexpected way his truth was revealed at work. He reflects on resilience after a life-changing accident, the impact on his family, and how honesty reshaped his life for the better. With warmth, humour, and wisdom, Steve offers heartfelt advice for anyone struggling with their identity, proving that while the hardest choices can be painful, they often lead to the most authentic and fulfilling life. Chaps Out is a UK-based podcast giving voice to perspectives you don’t often hear. We provide relatable, uplifting, and positive conversations that offer encouragement, affirmation, and support for anyone on the journey of coming out, while celebrating and supporting bisexual and gay men. Subscribe to Chaps Out for new episodes and join us having these important conversations. Please rate & review, it helps the podcast reach the people who may need to hear it. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ Don’t miss our companion podcast, CHAPS OUT CULTURE, where guests recommend their favourite LGBTQ+ inspired art, music, literature, film, theatre, and TV. #ChapsOut #podcast #uk #British #Men #comingout #LaterInLife #lgbtq #mentalwellness #LGBTQPodcast #GayMen #ComingOutLaterInLife #AuthenticLiving Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    41 min
  2. Chaps Out Culture: Introducing Mike Nash Whitmore

    4 DAYS AGO ·  BONUS

    Chaps Out Culture: Introducing Mike Nash Whitmore

    In this episode of Chaps Out Culture, host Grant Philpott chats with #chapsout guest Mike Nash Whitmore who shares the inspiring story behind his creative journey, from publishing his debut LGBTQ+ inspired novel Shadow of the Moor to releasing his first album Last Train Home. He talks about writing authentic gay stories later in life, creating characters that reflect his own experiences, and why representation beyond youth matters. Mike also opens up about his path to love, coming out later in life, and how that journey shaped both his music and storytelling. A heartfelt and uplifting conversation about creativity, identity, and proving it’s never too late to follow your passions.If you’re passionate about queer culture, LGBTQ+ history, meaningful conversations, or uncovering hidden cultural treasures, this episode is made for you. Subscribe to Chaps Out to catch new episodes and be part of these vital discussions. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ #ChapsOutCulture #Gayculture #lgbtqfilm #chapsout #lgbtqpodcast #GayRomance #lgbtqstories #ShadowOfTheMoor #GayLoveStory #lgbtqcommunity #LastTrainHome Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    21 min
  3. Coming Out at 57: Mike Nash Whitmore | CHAPS OUT

    6 DAYS AGO

    Coming Out at 57: Mike Nash Whitmore | CHAPS OUT

    In this episode of Chaps Out, host Grant Philpott speaks with Mike Nash Whitmore about coming out later in life, navigating faith, family expectations, and the long journey toward living authentically. Mike grew up in Manchester, spent most of his career as a computer programmer, and for many years struggled to reconcile his sexuality with his involvement in the evangelical church. In this honest and reflective conversation, he shares the moment he first realised he might be gay while at university, the quiet decades that followed, and how the internet eventually helped him connect with other gay men and build a supportive community. Mike also talks about meeting his husband Keith during the COVID lockdown, their Quaker wedding in 2022, and why he believes coming out doesn’t have to be a dramatic public moment. It can simply be about finding someone who understands you. A thoughtful and reassuring conversation for anyone navigating their own coming out journey, wherever they may be. Chaps Out is a UK-based podcast giving voice to perspectives you don’t often hear. We provide relatable, uplifting, and positive conversations that offer encouragement, affirmation, and support for anyone on the journey of coming out, while celebrating and supporting bisexual and gay men. Subscribe to Chaps Out for new episodes and join us having these important conversations. Please rate & review, it helps the podcast reach the people who may need to hear it. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ Don’t miss our companion podcast, CHAPS OUT CULTURE, where guests recommend their favourite LGBTQ+ inspired art, music, literature, film, theatre, and TV. #ChapsOut #podcast #uk #British #Men #comingout #LaterInLife #lgbtq #mentalwellness #LGBTQPodcast #GayMen #ComingOutLaterInLife #AuthenticLiving Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    26 min
  4. Chaps Out Culture: Tyrone Richardson Best recommends 'Prayers for Bobby'

    20 MAR ·  BONUS

    Chaps Out Culture: Tyrone Richardson Best recommends 'Prayers for Bobby'

    In this episode of Chaps Out Culture, host Grant Philpott is joined again by #ChapsOut guest Tyrone Richardson Best to discuss the impact that the 2009 film Prayers for Bobby had on his own journey of coming out. After coming out at the age of 35, Tyrone experienced rejection from both his family and the church community he had been part of for nearly two decades. Watching this film, which tells a tragic true story about faith, sexuality, and acceptance, helped him process feelings of shame, loss, and the search for closure. The story at the heart of Prayers for Bobby explores the devastating consequences that can come from religious rejection of LGBTQ+ people, but it also shows how hearts and minds can change. For Tyrone, the film resonated deeply with his own experiences of faith, identity, and the struggle to find acceptance within communities that were once central to his life. In this conversation, he speaks openly about what it means to come out later in life, the emotional impact of losing connection with a faith community, and the resilience required to move forward and find healing. The discussion also reflects on the importance of queer stories in film and culture, and how they can help people process trauma, understand themselves more fully, and feel less alone. Chaps Out Culture is the companion podcast to Chaps Out, exploring essential LGBTQ+ culture through conversations about films, music, literature, theatre, and art that shape queer lives and experiences. If you enjoy thoughtful discussions about LGBTQ+ culture, identity, and storytelling, consider liking the video, sharing your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe to the Chaps Out channel for new episodes and join us having these important conversations. Please rate & review, it helps the podcast reach the people who may need to hear it. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ #LGBTQ #ComingOut #PrayersForBobby #GayChristian #queerculture #irish #laterinlife Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    7 min
  5. Coming Out at 35: Tyrone Richardson Best | CHAPS OUT

    17 MAR

    Coming Out at 35: Tyrone Richardson Best | CHAPS OUT

    Content warning: this episode includes discussion of religious rejection, conversion therapy, family estrangement, and mental health struggles including suicidal thoughts. If these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care. In this powerful episode of Chaps Out, Grant speaks with Tyrone Richardson Best, who shares his story publicly for the very first time. Growing up in Northern Ireland during the Troubles and deeply embedded in a strict evangelical church community, Tyrone spent years suppressing his sexuality- including a 10 and a half year marriage and undergoing so-called “conversion therapy” in an attempt to change who he was. When he finally came out at 35, the consequences were immediate and devastating: the loss of his church, his family relationships, and most of his social network overnight. In this deeply honest conversation, Tyrone reflects on faith, identity, resilience, and the long journey of rebuilding a life after rejection- and why supporting men to talk openly about their experiences matters so much to him today. Chaps Out is a UK-based podcast giving voice to perspectives you don’t often hear. We provide relatable, uplifting, and positive conversations that offer encouragement, affirmation, and support for anyone on the journey of coming out, while celebrating and supporting bisexual and gay men. Subscribe to Chaps Out for new episodes and join us having these important conversations. Please rate & review, it helps the podcast reach the people who may need to hear it. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ Don’t miss our companion podcast, CHAPS OUT CULTURE, where guests recommend their favourite LGBTQ+ inspired art, music, literature, film, theatre, and TV. #ChapsOut #podcast #uk #British #Men #comingout #LaterInLife #lgbtq #mentalwellness #LGBTQPodcast #GayMen #ComingOutLaterInLife #AuthenticLiving Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr
  6. Coming Out at 55: Rob E | CHAPS OUT

    15 MAR

    Coming Out at 55: Rob E | CHAPS OUT

    This podcast for men explores coming out later in life, midlife sexuality, and men’s mental health. If you're questioning your sexuality or navigating a major life transition, this conversation is for you.In this episode of Chaps Out, host Grant Philpott is joined by Rob, a 66-year-old Bristol resident who came out later in life and speaks with warmth, honesty and humour about what it really means to finally live as yourself. Born and bred in Preston and raised in a very different era, Rob reflects on decades of repression, fear and invisibility before deciding at 55 that “life is short” and it was time to stop hiding. The conversation covers later-life coming out, men’s mental wellbeing, relationships, sexual confidence and learning to be bold without shame. Rob speaks candidly about sexual health, responsibility and education, discussing regular testing, PrEP, and how ignorance around HIV and AIDS shaped his earlier fears. Visiting sexual health clinics, he says, is simply “a responsible thing to do”, and part of caring for yourself and others.This is a thoughtful, funny and deeply human conversation about older gay love, missed time, second chances and self-acceptance. It’s an episode for anyone who has ever felt unsure, or afraid to take that first step – and a reminder that it’s never too late to say, “now I am what I want to be.” This episode is for anyone quietly questioning who they are, caught between fear and honesty, or wondering whether it’s ever too late to truly live as themselves. Chaps Out is a UK-based podcast giving voice to perspectives you don’t often hear. We provide relatable, uplifting, and positive conversations that offer encouragement, affirmation, and support for anyone on the journey of coming out, while celebrating and supporting bisexual and gay men. Don’t miss our companion podcast, CHAPS OUT CULTURE, where guests recommend their favourite LGBTQ+ inspired art, music, literature, film, theatre, and TV. Subscribe to Chaps Out for new episodes and join us having these important conversations. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ #ChapsOut #podcast #uk #British #Men #comingout #LaterInLife #lgbtq #mentalwellness #LGBTQPodcast #GayMen #ComingOutLaterInLife #AuthenticLiving Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    47 min
  7. Chaps Out Culture: Martin Walker recommends...

    13 MAR ·  BONUS

    Chaps Out Culture: Martin Walker recommends...

    In this episode of Chaps Out Culture, host Grant Philpott is joined again by #ChapsOut guest Martin Walker. Martin shares the queer films that hit him hardest- especially watching Angels in America while still deep in the closet. He talks about how it felt to see AIDS, fear, love and identity play out on screen before he was ready to face his own truth. From the dark intensity of Cruising to the joy and chaos of The Birdcage, this is an honest conversation about being drawn to stories you don’t fully understand yet. Sometimes art figures you out before you figure yourself out. If you care about queer culture, LGBTQ+ history, thoughtful conversation, and rediscovering overlooked gems, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Chaps Out to stay up to date and join the conversation. And if you’d like to support the podcast- helping cover running costs and keep these stories and voices being heard- you can do so at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod or https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ #chapsout #ChapsOutCulture#gaypodcaster #lgbtqpodcast #queerpodcast #gayculture #queerculture #lgbtqvoices #queerstories #gaylifestyle #comingoutjourney #closeted #queeridentity #lgbtqhistory #queercinema #queerfilm #lgbtqfilm #AngelsInAmerica#TheBirdcage#CruisingFilm#AIDSCrisis#queerstorytelling #podcastrecommendation Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    11 min
  8. Coming Out at 33: Martin Walker | CHAPS OUT

    10 MAR

    Coming Out at 33: Martin Walker | CHAPS OUT

    In this episode of the Chaps Out podcast, host Grant Philpott is joined by guest Martin Walker who shares his Coming Out story- from his career at the Department for Work and Pensions to reinventing himself in his thirties as a film and TV location manager, briefly touching on his recent work including the BBC hit Amandaland. At the heart of the conversation, though, is Martin’s deeply personal story of coming out at 33- a decision that cost him his relationship with his mum for a time, but ultimately led to a stronger, more honest bond. He reflects on growing up in 80s and 90s Yorkshire under Section 28, navigating the rave scene as a form of distraction, and the quiet loneliness that eventually pushed him to face the truth. With refreshing honesty, he talks about fear, family rejection, self-acceptance, and the relief that followed finally living openly. It’s a candid, moving discussion about identity, resilience, and why, despite the risks, choosing yourself is always worth it. Chaps Out is a UK-based podcast giving voice to perspectives you don’t often hear. We provide relatable, uplifting, and positive conversations that offer encouragement, affirmation, and support for anyone on the journey of coming out, while celebrating and supporting bisexual and gay men. Subscribe to Chaps Out for new episodes and join us having these important conversations. Please rate & review, it helps the podcast reach the people who may need to hear it. If you’d like to support Chaps Out and help with running costs and keep the conversations flowing, amplifying voices and inspiring others, you can contribute at https://Ko-Fi.com/chapsoutpod & https://chapsoutpod.substack.com/ Don’t miss our companion podcast, CHAPS OUT CULTURE, where guests recommend their favourite LGBTQ+ inspired art, music, literature, film, theatre, and TV. #ChapsOut #podcast #uk #British #Men #comingout #LaterInLife #lgbtq #mentalwellness #LGBTQPodcast #GayMen #ComingOutLaterInLife #AuthenticLiving Get full access to ChapsOutPod's Substack at chapsoutpod.substack.com/subscribe

    38 min
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UK-based podcast where men share their stories of coming out later-in-life. chapsoutpod.substack.com

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    Men Coming Out Later in Life
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
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