Queerfully Made

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Queerfully Made tackles faith, gender, sexuality, and the intersection of them all. Ex-evangelical leaders Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson, once church insiders, host raw stories from LGBTQ+ Christians, ex-Christians, pastors, ex-pastors and sharp experts. Closeted and scared? Healing from church wounds? An ally ready to stand up but needing insight? We’re here to unpack identity, reforge spirituality, and build a fierce, inclusive community. Subscribe today! Follow us at www.instagram.com/queerfully.made

  1. His Story Changed The Church. He Had No Idea | Sam Clement-Remy

    MAY 12

    His Story Changed The Church. He Had No Idea | Sam Clement-Remy

    In Season 1, Pastor Marcy Paynter from Gateway Church told us about a young man in her congregation. He'd grown up in their youth group. He wanted to lead. The leadership team gave her the unenviable job of telling him he could serve, but only if he never acted on his sexuality. No boyfriend. No physical relationship. No future. She told him over dinner. She never saw him again. Years later, a friend sent Marcy a podcast link. She listened to a young man telling his story anonymously. Halfway through, she realised it was him. She cried. She and her co-pastor Beth Bolmers began the long work of becoming an affirming church. Today Gateway is fully affirming, embracing and celebrating LGBTQ+ people in every part of their community. This is that young man's side of the story.Sam Clement-Remy reached out to us after hearing his own story told back to him in our Season 1 episode with Marcy and Beth. He had no idea Gateway had become affirming. He had no idea his story was the catalyst. In this episode he sits down with Aaron and Ben to share his version of events. The dinner. The ultimatum. The years that followed. The grief of losing a community he loved. The faith that has evolved and shifted into something that looks different now, but is still very much his. And what it felt like to discover, by accident, that the church that asked him to choose had eventually changed its mind. This is the story of someone who didn't just survive the intersection. He's the reason an entire church had to rethink which side of it they were standing on. You can't be what you can't see. So we keep showing it. Subscribe and come back every week. We've got more like this coming. ABOUT THIS EPISODE Guest: Sam Clement-Remy Hosts: Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson Recorded in Naarm, Melbourne. LISTEN BACK TO SEASON 1 The original episode with Pastor Marcy Paynter and Pastor Beth Bolmers from Gateway Church is on our channel. If you haven't heard it yet, watch this episode first, then go back to that one. The two together are the full story. FIND US Website: queerfullymade.com Instagram: @queerfullymade TikTok: @queerfullymade LISTEN - Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your podcasts. ON RADIOHeard on Joy 94.9. Tuesdays at 10pm #QueerfullyMade #LGBTQChristian #ExEvangelical #FaithAndSexuality #QueerFaith #GatewayChurch #AffirmingChurch #DeconstructionPodcast #LGBTQPodcast #QueerTheology #ChurchHurt #SamClementRemy

    42 min
  2. Season 2 Is Here. So What Now?

    MAY 5

    Season 2 Is Here. So What Now?

    So what now? Season 1 of Queerfully Made platformed the stories. Ex-pastors, drag performers, advocates, affirming pastors, mental health professionals. People who had arrived at the intersection of faith, sexuality and gender, and lived to tell us what they found there. But the question we kept circling back to was the one we couldn't answer in twelve episodes. What happens AFTER the intersection?In this Season 2 premiere, Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson sit down, just the two of them, to reckon with that question. They unpack the heart of Season 2. They debrief Pride season. And they preview what's coming this season. A few things to know going in. → This season we're not just telling stories of how people got to the intersection. We're asking how people make it through with as little damage as possible, and what happens on the streets that lead away from it. → The end goal here isn't to convert anyone. We're not interested in ultimatums. If you're queer and you've kept your faith, this is for you. If you're queer and you've let it go, this is for you. If you're somewhere in the messy middle, this is for you. → If you're an ally, a parent, a pastor, a friend trying to figure out how to actually show up, pull up a chair. The conversation needs you in it. You can't be what you can't see. So we're going to keep showing it.Subscribe, hit the bell, and come back every week. We've got people booked who are going to wreck you in the best way.

    31 min

  3. 12/02/2025

    Season Finale

    It’s the Queerfully Made season finale. Aaron and Ben sit down, no guests, just us, looking back on every raw conversation, every tear, every breakthrough from this year. We share the moments that wrecked us (in the best way), the lessons that actually stuck, and the questions you keep asking. We’re taking December and January off to rest, breathe, and come back sharper. New episodes return late February 2026. Until then: you belong, you’re not broken, and your story is still being written.Thank you for trusting us with yours this year. See you in 2026 ❤️ Catch up on every episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.Drop your favourite moment from this season in the comments, we read them all. #queerfullymade #lgbtq #lgbtqchristian #lesbian #gay #bi #trans #queer #christian #lgbtqinclusion #church #faithandsexuality #exvangelical #affirmingfaith #queerfaith #religioustrauma #seasonfinale #podcastlove

    52 min

  4. 11/18/2025

    Why Things Feel F*cked with Andrew Sloan

    In this episode of Queerfully Made Podcast, hosts Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson welcome Andrew Sloan, a Sydney-based psychotherapist, leadership coach, and author whose work blends over a decade of clinical practice with insights on the human mind, behaviour, and nervous system. Known for guiding individuals and teams through disconnection and overwhelm, Andrew draws from his own experiences in Hillsong Church's worship team, where he was sidelined from a major album recording after confiding his same-sex attraction to a pastor. He shares his path through conversion therapy and the relentless efforts to change himself, leading to a full coming out and a fresh start. Now a sought-after coach for world-leading brands, Andrew applies his expertise to empower others in reclaiming self-leadership. His new book, "Why Things Feel F*cked: Your Practical Guide to Getting Unstuck", offers a roadmap through modern life's chaos, using tools like somatic awareness and narrative therapy to navigate the "zones" of safety, challenge, and growth. In this episode, Andrew gives a sneak peek into its philosophy, showing how, in a world that feels broken, we can find peace, rest, and joy by reconnecting with our inner compass. #queerfullymade #lgbtq #lgbtqchristian #conversiontherapy #faithandsexuality #lesbian #gay #bi #trans #queer #christian #lgbtqinclusion #church #whythingsfeelfucked #therapy #gettingbetter #religioustrauma #podcast #queerfaith #healingjourney

    1h 16m

  5. 11/04/2025

    Gender Expansive Faith with Steff Fenton

    Trans Christian's aren't detracting from the divine or the church. In fact, they're revealing the true, boundless heart of the divine to the church. In this episode of Queerfully Made, Aaron & Ben sit down with Steff Fenton, a pastor, writer, and speaker who just happens to also be trans. As author of the 2025 book Gender Expansive Faith: How Trans Lives Are Illuminating the Divine, Transforming Feminism and Ending Christian Patriarchy, Steff draws from their journey leaving the Anglican Church after coming out to explore how gender diversity challenges binary norms, integrates trans perspectives into feminist theology, and dismantles patriarchal control in faith spaces. Steff is also the co-founder of New City Church in Glebe, Sydney, an affirming community reimagining faith with queer joy at its core. Steff shares insights on creating equitable worship, the prophetic power of genderqueer, trans and non-binary people, practical steps for churches to embrace justice over judgment, and hope for individuals who are scared to embrace their true self. This conversation is a bold invitation to a faith that's fluid, loving, and free from hierarchies. How has gender expansiveness reshaped your view of the divine? Share below! #queerfullymade #lgbtq #lgbtqchristian #lesbian #gay #bisexual #trans #queer #christian #lgbtqinclusion #church #faithandsexuality #genderexpansivefaith #queertheology #podcast #transfaith #feminismandfaith

    1h 1m

  6. 10/21/2025

    From Religious Trauma to Redeeming Triumph with Sam Sellers

    In this episode of Queerfully Made, hosts Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson sit down with Sam Sellers, a queer woman from NSW and ex-Brethren Church member. Sam is the co-founder of the Religious Trauma Collective, owner of Anchored Counselling Services, and host of the Beyond the Surface podcast. This powerful conversation dives into the raw reality of religious trauma, unpacking what it is, how it lingers beyond just “s****y experiences,” and practical ways to navigate the healing journey. Sam shares her story of coming out as queer after falling in love with a woman, a moment that changed everything. After a life embedded in the Brethren community, she saw them as family, until they disowned her, judged her as a threat to the church, and cast her out. She opens up about the pain of that rejection and how it has fueled her work in the religious trauma space, helping others find freedom through counselling and advocacy. Aaron and Ben explore with Sam why religious trauma hits so hard, how it shapes identity, and what steps can lead to recovery. Queerfully Made continues to amplify voices at the faith-LGBTQIA+ intersection, showing that progress is possible. Trigger Warning: This episode discusses religious trauma and rejection, which may be heavy for some listeners. If you’re struggling, contact Lifeline Australia, 24/7, at 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14. What’s your experience with religious trauma? Share in the comments! #queerfullymade #lgbtq #lgbtqchristian #lesbian #gay #bi #trans #queer #christian #lgbtqinclusion #church #faithandsexuality #samsellers #episodenine #religioustrauma #queerfaith #healingjourney #podcastlaunch #beyondthesurface #anchoredcounselling #lgbtqsupport

    1h 26m

  7. 10/07/2025

    I'm Lesbian, But I Know Jesus with Melody Rachel

    In this episode of Queerfully Made Podcast, hosts Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson chat with performer and aspiring comedian Melody Rachel just days before her Melbourne Fringe Festival show, "I'm Gay But I Know Jesus". A trailblazing voice in queer theatre, Melody creates semi-autobiographical works exploring identity, anxiety, and human connection, drawing from her Christian upbringing, coming out as a lesbian at 15, losing faith and finding it again after hitting rock bottom. Melody shares her journey of unlearning shame the morning after sleeping with a woman and still feeling like she knew God. Her journey has led her to redefine what "sin" truly means to her, and to pursue a life of inside-out transformation. Raised in Christian traditions, she attended Hillsong regularly but now feels closer to Jesus than ever, without church walls or rigid rules. Faith, for her, is about love and grace, not judgment, and she navigates tensions in both queer and Christian spaces with fierce honesty. Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of suicide, reflecting Melody’s personal struggles, specifically, the dark moments she faced contemplating it during her internal battles with emptiness and depression. If you're currently grappling with suicidal thoughts or know someone who is, please take care when listening, and know you're not alone. We encourage you to pause, reach out for support, or skip to lighter sections as needed. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, help is available. Contact Lifeline Australia, 24 hours a day. Call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14. What's your take on Melody's definition of "sin"? Share below! 🫶 #queerfullymade #lgbtq #lgbtqchristian #lesbian #gay #bi #trans #queer #christian #lgbtqinclusion #church #faithandsexuality #melodyrachel #episodeeight #imgaybutiknowjesus #melbournefringe #lgbtqfaith #authenticity #podcastlaunch #queerjoy #unlearningshame

    1h 11m

  8. 09/23/2025

    You Asked For It

    Get ready for a raw and real Q&A in this episode of Queerfully Made Podcast, titled "You Asked For It"! Hosts Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson dive into your questions, sent in by our amazing followers. From navigating the tricky intersection of faith and sexuality to sharing deeply personal moments, Aaron and Ben open up about their journeys as queer Christians with honesty, humour, and heart. This episode goes deeper into their lived experiences. Coming out, facing rejection, and finding affirming spaces, while offering practical tips for those wrestling with similar challenges. Expect candid stories, a few laughs, and wisdom that hits home. What question would you ask Aaron and Ben? Drop it in the comments! #queerfullymade #lgbtq #lgbtqchristian #lesbian #gay #bi #trans #queer #christian #lgbtqinclusion #faith #church #faithandsexuality #youaskedforit #qanda #lgbtqfaith #authenticity #podcast #queerchristian #communityvoices

    56 min
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Queerfully Made tackles faith, gender, sexuality, and the intersection of them all. Ex-evangelical leaders Aaron Kelly and Ben Nicholson, once church insiders, host raw stories from LGBTQ+ Christians, ex-Christians, pastors, ex-pastors and sharp experts. Closeted and scared? Healing from church wounds? An ally ready to stand up but needing insight? We’re here to unpack identity, reforge spirituality, and build a fierce, inclusive community. Subscribe today! Follow us at www.instagram.com/queerfully.made

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  • Creator
    Queerfully Made
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Queerfully Made
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    Queerfully Made

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