Living OUT Loud Podcast

michele flamer
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Living OUT Loud with Michele Flamer is a space for courage, truth, and belonging. The podcast celebrates Queer voices and the people in our communities who are living out loud with intention. Each episode lifts up authentic stories of self-discovery, purpose, and the moments that shaped who we become. Michele welcomes a wide range of guests who are opening doors and extending their hearts. From everyday heroes to community organizers, from artists and authors to politicians and advocates, these conversations honor the resilience and bravery found in Queer communities across the country. Together, they explore what it means to lead with vulnerability, to create connection, and to stand firmly in our truth. Through honest conversation, curiosity, and compassion, Michele invites listeners to reflect on their own stories and the power of showing up as their whole selves. Because when we live out loud, we create space for others to do the same. Thanks for listening and sharing.  Stay Loud and Stay Proud!  Michele

  1. 5d ago

    Your Voice. Your Vote. Our Future.

    In this important Solocast, Michele Flamer emphasizes the critical importance of voting and political engagement, particularly for the LGBTQ community. She discusses the upcoming elections, the impact of local and state decisions, and encourages listeners to be informed and active participants in democracy. Here’s your homework. And I promise it’s not complicated. 1. Check your voter registration. 2. Find your ballot. 3. Research the candidates and ballot measures. 4. Make a voting plan. Check here to see if you are registered. Another place to check: https://www.usa.gov/confirm-voter-registration Takeaways Importance of votingEngagement in democracy Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Showing Up05:09 Understanding the Ballot11:01 Engaging with Politics16:07 The Power of Participation21:03 Visibility at the Ballot Box

  2. Sep 23

    Michele - Solocast

    Hey single people!! Michele was excited to share this Solocast. It discusses healthy relationships and self-love, emphasizing the importance of self-knowledge and boundary-setting. She also introduces the 'relationship reset' workshop and shares insights on building a life that feels aligned with the love one desires. Takeaways Self-love and healthy relationships require knowing oneself and setting boundaries.Being single is not a waiting room for real life; it's about building a life that feels aligned with the love one desires.MicheleFlamer.com Thanks for listening, and please share this episode. You can find me on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Relationship Reset01:13 The Question of Self-Discovery05:30 The Concept of Compatibility09:55 Being Your Whole Self13:03 Healthy Love and Partnership24:51 Building a Life Aligned with Love

  3. Sep 16

    Liz Burke + Michele

    This episode, Liz is back and the conversation explores the experience of introducing a partner to one's family and friends, the dynamics of chosen family, and the impact of meeting each other's people. It delves into the significance of blending lives, the nervousness and excitement of meeting loved ones, and the evolution of relationships within different social circles. The conversation explores the theme of maintaining tenderness in a relationship and the importance of setting boundaries with family. It delves into the significance of self-care and sovereignty in nurturing a loving connection. Takeaways Chosen family dynamicsNavigating nervousness and excitementThe evolution of relationships within different social circles Tenderness within a relationship is nurtured by staying tender-hearted with oneself first.Setting boundaries with family is crucial for maintaining a healthy relationship and prioritizing the couple's well-being. Find us on social media. Relationship Ready Lesbians - Jump on the waitlist TikTok Instagram LizBurke.com MicheleFlamer.com Chapters 00:00 Introducing Your Partner to Your People02:26 Blending Lives and Chosen Family Dynamics03:10 Navigating Nervousness and Excitement05:22 The Evolution of Relationships Within Different Social Circles09:49 The Impact of Meeting Each Other's People16:02 Maintaining Love Amidst the Inclusion of Family, Friends, and Histories20:34 Maintaining Tenderness in a Relationship29:18 The Importance of Setting Boundaries with Family

  4. Sep 9

    Darrell Wood

    What if healing could happen somewhere beyond the hospital room? In this episode of Living OUT Loud, I sit down with Darrell Wood, founder and executive director of Cues For Cancer, a nonprofit using the power of musical theater to bring hope, connection, and moments of joy to individuals and families facing cancer. Darrell believes that while medicine treats the body, people also need something that reminds them who they are beyond the diagnosis. We talk about what inspired him to turn creativity into service, the realities of building a mission-driven organization from the ground up, and why the arts deserve a much bigger place in our conversations about healing. We also explore the loneliness that can accompany cancer, the importance of giving families moments where they can simply be human again, and Darrell's belief that hope isn't a luxury. It's part of the medicine. This is a conversation about cancer, but even more than that, it's about purpose, creativity, resilience, and what becomes possible when we use the gifts we've been given to show up for someone else. Because sometimes healing isn't about changing what we're going through. Sometimes it's about remembering we're not going through it alone. #CuesForCancer #LivingOUTLoudPodcast #HealingThroughTheArts #CancerSupport #PurposeDriven

  5. Sep 2

    Shane Lukas

    What happens when the values we claim no longer match the way we live? In this powerful episode of Living OUT Loud, Michele sits down with Shane Lukas, an activist, two-time TEDx speaker, award-winning designer, author, podcast host, and founder of the creative agency A Great Idea. Shane’s story began with profound loss. After losing his mother at just 11 years old and growing up in an unstable home, he learned self-reliance far earlier than any child should. But those experiences also ignited a determination to create a more compassionate and courageous world, especially for people whose voices and humanity are too often overlooked. Together, Michele and Shane explore the difference between the strength we choose and the strength survival demands of us. They talk about identity, belonging, advocacy, the physical cost of living out of alignment, and what it truly means to turn deeply held values into visible action. Shane also shares why courage is not a personality trait reserved for the fearless. It is a practice available to all of us, often beginning in the quiet, uncomfortable moments when we decide to stop making ourselves smaller for the comfort of others. This is an honest and moving conversation about transforming pain into purpose, becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable, and finding the courage to live what you believe. Because living OUT loud is not simply about being seen. It is about allowing your truth to shape the way you move through the world. Follow Shane on the world wide web. :) Shane's website. LinkedIn profile Instagram TedTalk #LivingOutLoud #LGBTQVoices #AuthenticLiving #CourageousLeadership #PurposeDrivenLife

  6. Aug 27 ·  Bonus

    Michele's Coming OUT story

    Michele Flamer shares her journey of self-discovery, coming out, and facing family challenges. She reflects on the impact of silence and the importance of choosing not to abandon oneself. The story culminates in a powerful moment of redemption and vindication, bringing closure to a difficult chapter in her life. Takeaways Self-discovery is not always a lightning bolt moment, but can be a peaceful realization.Silence can feel safe until it starts to suffocate, and coming out is about choosing not to abandon oneself. Chapters 00:00 Discovering Myself01:29 The Girls' Night Out03:25 Coming Out to Friends06:00 Family Challenges09:51 Silence and Self-Abandonment13:08 Redemption and Vindication

  7. Aug 26

    Amari Ice

    What does it really take to find love that lasts? In this powerful episode of Living OUT Loud, Michele sits down with Romantic Mastery Coach™, matchmaker, and bestselling author Amari Ice for an honest conversation about gay dating, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and the relationship skills many of us were never taught. Amari has helped more than 500 gay men gain clarity about their needs, recognize the patterns keeping them from love, and develop the emotional tools needed to build healthy, lasting relationships. Together, Michele and Amari explore the difference between chemistry and compatibility, why wanting love is not always the same as being ready to receive it, how shame and self-protection appear in dating, and what it means to become the kind of partner who can recognize, receive, and sustain meaningful love. Amari also shares insights from his twelve-step RELATIONSHIP Process, featured in his international Amazon bestseller, Lasting Love at Last: The Gay Guide to Catching and Keeping the Man of Your Dreams. Whether you are single, dating, partnered, healing from heartbreak, or simply ready to understand yourself more deeply, this conversation is a reminder that lasting love is not about becoming more desirable. It begins with becoming more honest, emotionally available, and connected to who you truly are. Because connection changes everything. Learn more about Amari Ice at https://www.amarimeanslove.com #LivingOUTLoud #Matchmaker #AmariMeansLove #GayDating #GayRelationships

  8. Aug 19

    You're Not Behind, You're Becoming

    What if the confusion you’re feeling isn’t proof that you’re lost, but a sign that you’re becoming? In this solocast episode of Living OUT Loud, Michele is talking about the invisible timelines that convince us we’re behind in life, love, careers, and personal growth. We’ll explore what it means to sit with uncertainty, stop abandoning yourself in relationships, and choose who you are becoming without rushing toward the next answer. You’re not behind. You’re not late. You’re not missing your life. You’re living it. And this season might be exactly where you need to be. #PersonalGrowth #RelationshipAdvice #SelfDiscovery #LifeTransitions #AuthenticLiving

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Living OUT Loud with Michele Flamer is a space for courage, truth, and belonging. The podcast celebrates Queer voices and the people in our communities who are living out loud with intention. Each episode lifts up authentic stories of self-discovery, purpose, and the moments that shaped who we become. Michele welcomes a wide range of guests who are opening doors and extending their hearts. From everyday heroes to community organizers, from artists and authors to politicians and advocates, these conversations honor the resilience and bravery found in Queer communities across the country. Together, they explore what it means to lead with vulnerability, to create connection, and to stand firmly in our truth. Through honest conversation, curiosity, and compassion, Michele invites listeners to reflect on their own stories and the power of showing up as their whole selves. Because when we live out loud, we create space for others to do the same. Thanks for listening and sharing.  Stay Loud and Stay Proud!  Michele

Information

  • Creator
    michele flamer
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    182
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 michele flamer
  • Show Website
    Living OUT Loud Podcast

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