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Sounds of BlueSOB 517 Features: Jimi Hendrix, Duane Allman, Peter Green, Danny Caron, Johnnie Bassett, Jimmy McIntosh, Irene Reid & Little Willie JohnArtist Song Album Label Notes- The Crusaders Scratch (live) by Wayne Henderson Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID- Little Willie John All Around the World (aka: Grits & Groceries) by Titus Turner 45 RPM Single - 1955 King Records Little Willie John - 88- Little Willie John Heartbreak (It's Hurtin' Me) by Little Willie John 45 RPM Single - 1960 King Records Little Willie John - 88- Little Willie John Fever by Cooley & Davenport 45 RPM Single - 1956 King Records Little Willie John - 88- The Allman Joys Spoonful by Willie Dixon w/G...
2025-11-244h 00
All Jammed UpEpisode 75: Nathan "Sugarlegg" Aronowitz and Will "Mustang" McGeeThe fellas are back on the podcast, but this time at the same time! We get into the growth of Cosmic Country and how thankful they are for the fans and why, Sugarlegg's American Idol audition, some of the big shows they have played this year, having to pee on stage, and Instagram reels. Make sure to check out Freedom Junction and Mustang McGee tour in the next couple weeks. 10/17 - Roanoke, VA at Fork in the Alley 10/18- Charlotte, NC at Two Buck Saloon 10/19 - Asheville, NC at The Whale Support the Fellas: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-10-061h 05
All Jammed UpEpisode 75: Nathan "Sugarlegg" Aronowitz and Will "Mustang" McGeeThe fellas are back on the podcast, but this time at the same time! We get into the growth of Cosmic Country and how thankful they are for the fans and why, Sugarlegg's American Idol audition, some of the big shows they have played this year, having to pee on stage, and Instagram reels. Make sure to check out Freedom Junction and Mustang McGee tour in the next couple weeks. 10/17 - Roanoke, VA at Fork in the Alley 10/18- Charlotte, NC at Two Buck Saloon 10/19 - Asheville, NC...
2025-10-061h 05
Locked On Dolphins - Daily Podcast On The Miami DolphinsLocked on Dolphins POSTCAST: Dolphins Pound NE Patriots 34-15- 3rd Straight Win Starts Playoff PushTua Tagovailoa and the offense lit up the New England Patriots for 317 yards and four touchdowns with no turnovers, the defense had five sacks and forced two turnovers, and the Miami Dolphins cruised past the New England Patriots 34-15 for their 3rd straight win.Each week, the Dolphins continue to play more like the Super Bowl contenders we thought they would be heading into this season, and (healthy) Tua is a huge reason why.Tagovailoa, now 7-0 in his career vs the Pats, has thrown seven TD passes with no interceptions in his last two g...
2024-11-2440 min
Movie Deputy REVIEWSGremlins (1984)Note
Original Review:
Nature gives us many gifts, some we understand and many we don't. This is one of those cases that we don't. The Mogwai are an unusual creature that few are familiar with. When one man comes across one, he is informed about some specifics that must be followed but he'll do anything to have it. When he gives the Mogwai to his son for Christmas, his lack of knowledge is about to doom the entire town. There are three rules that must be followed: He doesn't like bright light and Never expose...
2023-11-2706 min
Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFarewell EpisodeAs I say at the end of my coaching and therapy sessions, “we’ll have to stop here.” Join me for this final episode as I wrap up the podcast. Tune in to hear about my decision, what’s next and how I hope to stay in touch. You may even hear some inspiration on approaching endings and new beginnings in your own life. To stay in touch with me and be notified of future offerings from Gay Men’s Life Lab, please join my email list by visiting www.buckdodson.com. Even though there won’t be new...
2023-07-0732 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonLeading Through the Genius of LGBTQ Culture and ValuesIn this episode, I talk with sought-after coach, speaker, professor, and author, Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown about his new book, The Souls of Queer Folk. Join me as I talk with Joel about:What it means for leaders to be “Queer-minded” How growing up LGBTQ teaches us to be leaders in lifeQueer culture as a wisdom tradition with value for all people, especially organizational and business leadersThe 9 values that express the beauty of LGBTQ+ people Get your copy of Joel’s book, The Souls of Queer Folk and learn more about Dr. Joel A Davis Bro...
2023-06-0857 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonBecoming Whole Through Sacred Queer Community With Hunter FlournoyIn this episode, I talk with trauma and recovery coach, spiritual companion, and queer elder, Hunter Flournoy. We dive deep into what it means to heal as gay, bi and queer men & how compassionate community and spirituality are key to embrace ourselves and each other. Join me as I talk with Hunter about:The importance of LGBTQ Heart Circles for gay men and queer people to see & feel seenHow and why Hunter helps men to accept and embrace ourselves by coming home to our bodies and breathRelationships as a spiritual practice so we can be our t...
2023-05-1857 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonDeveloping Secure Attachments to Heal Disordered Relationships With Food, Exercise and Body Image With Vanessa Scaringi, PhD and Kathryn Garland, LCSWIn this episode, I talk with psychotherapists and founders of Calm Counseling, Dr. Vanessa Scaringi and Kate Garland, LCSW about the role of attachment styles and relationships in recovering from eating disorders, body dysmorphia and excessive exercise.Join me as I talk with Kate and Vanessa about:Why disordered eating, body image and exercise issues “work” to address chronic loneliness and disconnection How the search for sameness and conformity are risk factors for disordered eating and exerciseThe importance and challenge of being messy and imperfect in relationshipsHow anxious, avoidant and disorganized attachment styles show up in eatin...
2023-05-0355 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFrom Surviving to Thriving as a Gay Man From IslamA “Gays On” episode featuring Burak Yilmaz on healing and self-discovery In this episode, I talk with Burak Yilmaz about his remarkable path to freedom as a gay man which he chronicles in his upcoming book, If My Mother Never Left. Join me as I talk with Burak about:Being tortured for speaking out as a gay man in IslamLearning to survive alone on the streets of Turkey and New York CityOvercoming shame and recovering from depression How writing has helped him heal and live as his true selfHis work to support and gu...
2023-04-2438 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGay Superpowers of Camp and DragWe need our gay superpower now more than ever. Our communities, especially our members who are trans, gender non-binary and/or drag artists, are being subjected to assaults on our identities and human rights. Let’s double down on who we are and in this episode, why we’re here. Tune in to this ‘Quick Buck’ solo episode as I dive into the powers of camp and drag. I explore:What are gay and queer superpowers?How camp and campiness speaks to queerness and helps us feel seenThe role of drag in cultivating joy, confidence, freedom and gay s...
2023-03-2843 min
Trail To AdventureSaving Lives and Saving SoulsCome along as we visit with Will Dodson. He shares about a world class buck that got away and then we talk about how the company that he works for is in the business of saving lives. In the process of saving lives, this business is also helping to point people to the one that saves souls!
2023-03-2131 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonHaving the Sex Gay Men Deserve With Dr. Israel MartinezLet’s talk about sex. Healthy, pleasurable and healing sex that is. In this episode, I talk with Certified Sex Therapist, coach and clinical social worker, Dr. Israel Martinez, about helping gay bring sex into the light in order to have more enjoyable, enthusiastic and shame-free sex. Join me as I talk with Dr. Martinez about:The distinct challenges gay, bi and queer men face in having healthy sexWhat the 5 senses have to be with having pleasurable sexThe difference between ‘spontaneous arousal’ and ‘responsive arousal’Expanding the definition of what sex actually is to you and your partne...
2023-02-2859 min
Innovating Leadership: Co-Creating Our FutureS9-Ep8: In Your PowerGuest: Sharon Melnick
Pushy. Manipulative. Lofty.
We have a lot of negative views for powerful leaders – but that’s not what real power is about. When a leader is in their power, they raise everyone around them. It’s the difference between simply having power, and being IN your power.
With her latest book, In Your Power, Sharon Melnick explores the ways women leaders, in particular, both grow and leak their power. She discusses those, as well as how turning down an invitation to the White House led to her epiphany about giving away y...
2023-02-2249 min
Innovating Leadership: Co-Creating Our FutureS9-Ep7: Epic! The Women’s Power PlaybookGuest: Carolyn Buck Luce
Live an epic life.
That’s the goal Carolyn Buck Luce advises you to have. In this episode, she shares ways to make that happen…and how that path started for her.
Eight year old Carolyn Buck Luce was inspired by John F. Kennedy's call to service, and decided to take responsibility for answering it even though she was only in elementary school. She created her first Decade Game, a plan for the next ten years of her life. Despite the pre-internet turmoil of the 1960s, she was d...
2023-02-1548 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFatherhood, Religious Trauma, and Ending a Marriage in the ClosetGregory Elsasser-Chavez on the high costs & high rewards of coming out Part of the ‘Gays On’ Series featuring the voices and stories of gay, bi and queer men.Welcome to a new season of Gay Men’s Life! In this episode, I talk with Gregory Elsasser-Chavez about his remarkable path to freedom as a gay man which he chronicles in his upcoming book, Terms of Estrangement. Join me as I talk with Gregory about:The impact of realizing he could be a gay dad or a dead dadFinding the wil...
2023-01-2857 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonComing Out Through Radical Surrender to Come Into AuthenticityAnd we’re back! I’ve missed you all so I’m happy to bring this episode to close out 2022 and preview what’s to come when Season 3 launches next month. Clearly, I extended my “summer” sabbatical through Fall so I go into what I’ve been going through and how this impacted my return to the podcast. I invite you to tune in to hear some of my story and to reflect with me on what it’s like to come out as your most authentic self. Some of the topics I cover are:Moving through seismic t...
2022-12-3044 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonSummer SabbaticalI’m sorry for the podcast silence last month, especially since it was Pride Month. Although Gay Men’s Life Lab celebrates LGBTQ+ pride every month. In this episode, I share about my decision to take a few months off from the podcast so I can spend the summer soaking up some extra self, relationship and business care. I hope you’ll tune in to join me for this relatively brief conversation about my decision. It involves filling my well, learning to set limits and listening to my inner creative. As always, I hope this might inspire you to d...
2022-07-1133 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRefresh How You Date by Becoming “Pro Dating” Part 2In part two of my pro-dating, pro-relationship guide, I dive further into energizing your dating and relationship life. I cover the key topics my clients and I work on and offer practical ways you can beef up your relational dating skills. Check out the episode to hear…How to approach pacing in dating so you can stay “sober” in the early stages of loveMy suggestion for approaching sex The communication styles and skills you need for dating and relationship successHow to work with unfinished business before you start dating or when you’re datingWhy we don’t find Mr. R...
2022-05-281h 10Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRefresh How You Date by Becoming “Pro Dating” Part 1In the first of this two-parter, I invite you into a conversation about becoming or rediscovering hope and eagerness about dating. Join me for this deep dive into how becoming “pro dating” and a pro at dating means could radically shift your perspective on dating and creating long term relationships. Tune in to hear…What it means to be Pro-Relationship rather than Pro-SelfHow to approach dating like you would in a relationshipThe 5 characteristics of “Secure Functioning Dating”Developing a Pre and Pro-Dating MindsetIdeas for meeting dating partners IRL rather than relying solely on appsResources...
2022-05-141h 06Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGay Men and Porn with Don SheweyJoin me for this engaging and important conversation about porn, sex, masturbation, and most importantly, pleasure. I’m talking with Don Shewey, a psychotherapist, pleasure activist and author of The Paradox of Porn: Notes on Gay Male Sexual Culture.Tune in to hear Don and I discuss:His journey to being a pleasure activist and Sacred IntimateThe integral yet complex role pornography plays in gay men’s self-discoveryHow porn both helps and hinders our views of our bodies, sexuality, and relationshipsLearning to distinguish sex, porn and masturbationThe role of pleasure and desire in addressing issues with porn...
2022-04-2356 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonHighly Sensitive Queers with Brian TorresJoin me for this enriching conversation with licensed psychotherapist, Brian Torres, on what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person and how embracing this part of your nature can help you create a more optimal lifestyle. Some of the topics Brian and I discuss:The core traits of highly sensitive peopleWhat D.O.E.S. - Depth, Over-Arousal, Emotional Responsiveness, and Sensitivity to Subtleties – has to do with high sensitivityMisconceptions that high sensitivity isn’t backed by science, is the same as introversion or is a mental health diagnosisThe parallels of living with high sensitivity and l...
2022-04-0954 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonErotic Liberation with Craig Cullinane of Body ElectricYou won’t want to miss this enlivening conversation about tapping into your erotic energy as a pathway to healing, aliveness and joy. Join me and my guest, Craig Cullinane from The New Body Electric School as we dive deep celebrating our erotic potential. Some of the topics Craig and I discuss:The role of “conscious eroticism” in self and collective healingHis own journey from body shame to celebrationThe intersection of pleasure, desire, power, and unmet needsThe foundational tool that superpowers inner growth Healing that happens when erotic exploration is not limited by physical attractionThe dance of shame...
2022-03-2552 min
Journals of a Love Addict PodcastEP25: An Interview with Buck Dodson of Gay Men's Life LabLove addiction and codependence come with patterns of dysfunction, as we unconsciously try to resolve (and act-out) the past through our current relationships. In this episode, Jodi talks with therapist and coach, Buck Dodson, regarding his personal experience with codependence and dysfunctional relationships, as well as his professional experience working with gay men's issues. Buck is also the host of his podcast Gay Men's Life Lab. Music by JD Pendley
2022-03-1439 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonCodependence and Love Addiction with Jodi White, LPCIn this episode, I unpack codependence, developmental trauma and love addiction with Jodi White, a psychotherapist, sober recovering love addict and host of “Journals of a Love Addict.” Jodi and talk about:The 5 core symptoms of codependenceHow dysfunctional families set the stage for being over or anti-dependentWhat love addiction is and how it’s different from codependencyDeveloping a Functional Adult Self to care for our “inner woundeds”How experiential learning bypasses the ‘thinking brain’ to heal traumaJodi White, LPCLearn how you can work with Jodi White, LPC at www.jodiwhitelp...
2022-03-1248 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRelationship Replay - "Get Closer" with Jeff Chernin, PhDGay Men's Life Lab is all about trying things out, and since we have a lot of new listeners in the last year, we’re experimenting with a new Relationship Replay Series which features some of our earliest episodes on all things relationships such as…How to handle conflictCommunicating your feelings Navigating relationship dynamicsHow to identify your needs and get them met If there’s one thing I’ve learned on my own relationship journey and in those of my clients, it’s that we’re always learning and we can all use a refreshe...
2022-03-0653 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRelationship Replay - Rupture and Repair: How to Handle Conflict in Your RelationshipsGay Men's Life Lab is all about trying things out, and since we have a lot of new listeners in the last year, we’re experimenting with a new Relationship Replay Series which features some of our earliest episodes on all things relationships such as…How to handle conflictCommunicating your feelings Navigating relationship dynamicsHow to identify your needs and get them met If there’s one thing I’ve learned on my own relationship journey and in those of my clients, it’s that we’re always learning and we can all use a refreshe...
2022-02-2627 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck Dodson5 Mindsets for Growth in 2022We’re going to mindset school. In this solo episode, I’m riffing on how our attitudes, perspectives and beliefs—our mindsets—make the difference between creating the life we want or staying stuck. Tune in to hear…Buck’s update on his ‘Filling my Well’ commitmentHow being a ‘design thinker’ can help solve problems and achieve goalsThe core mindsets you need to move you toward personal and relationship growthHow to be curious, try stuff, shift your beliefs, and trust the process The secret sauce mindset to accelerate your vision Want to share your thoughts? Have ideas for episodes...
2022-02-1241 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonQueer ADHD with Sarah DoppThis week, I dive into a misunderstood topic that we don’t talk about enough – Adult ADHD. Tune in as I talk with ADHD Coach and Founder of Queer ADHD, Sarah Dopp, about what it does and does not mean to live with ADHD. Even if you don’t have ADHD, I encourage you to check out this episode because someone in your life does and may be struggling alone. Sarah and I talk about:Misconceptions about Adult ADHDHow coming out with ADHD mirrors coming out as LGBTQThe connection between fear of rejection, perfectionism and ADHDWhy people...
2022-01-2952 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonDamn Shame with David PevsnerYou won’t want to miss my bold conversation with David Pevsner, author of DAMN SHAME: A Memoir of Desire, Defiance and Show Tunes. Join us to hear about David’s journey as a 62-year-old actor, erotic provocateur and anti-ageist, anti-body shaming, pro-sexuality advocate.David and talk about:How becoming an escort changed his outlook on what he means to be a manThe missed opportunity that helped him see the cost of being a ‘body nazi’His big “fuck you” to anti-gay religious fundamentalists Owning his age and power as a gay man in his 60sThe key to explor...
2022-01-1552 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonLooking Back and Moving ForwardHappy new year, everyone! What were the personal growth and gay takeaways from 2021? What did you learn and how are you going to apply that in 2022? In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain to share some of my own growth journey this last year and what I’m committing to next year. I’m guessing many of you might relate. Tune as I talk about…Why 2021 was my yearlong “choppy growth phase”Grieving the loss of my False Self & ego personaMaking your big, bold commitment for next year Choosing 1-2 of your Core Life Dimensions t...
2021-12-3143 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonComing Out Throughout LifeIn this episode, I’m talking about coming out later in life and what coming out looks like over the life span of gay and queer men. Tune as I talk about…Why coming out is about more than saying “I’m gay” How we’re always coming out and what it evolves through lifeIdentifying your “gay age” to decrease shame regardless of when you come outThe one thing we all need whether we’re coming out at 16 or 60GMLL Phone LineCall 512.808.0849 to share your ideas, questions and topic suggestion...
2021-12-1850 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonYou, Me, Us… Building the Gay Men’s Life Lab CommunityIn this special “Quick Buck” episode, I’m having a conversation with listeners about what’s next for the podcast including the Gay Men’s Life Lab Phone Line! Tune as I talk about…My desire to build community and connect more deeply with listeners in 2022Finding ways to engage that aren’t through social media (which I suck at)My search for an “intern” to help grow our communityHow to expand our audience and how you can helpYou can start engaging by leaving a message on the new GMLL phone line at 512.808.0849 with topic ideas...
2021-12-0430 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonHeartcentered Leadership & Abundance with Martin CowartJoin me for a spirited conversation with Martin Cowart, the founder of Financial Heart Space and prosperity mindset coach as we dive into how he helps gay, bi, and queer men business leaders create financial abundance through spiritual alignment and clarity of purpose.Martin and I talk about:What’s at the core of every financial issueThe spirituality of abundance and prosperityConnecting net worth to self worthLeading in the “post-pandemic abundance economy”How skills of generosity, gratitude, forgiveness, and surrender build prosperityAbout Martin CowartYou can find Martin at https://www.fi...
2021-11-201h 02Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonSelf-Medicating vs. Self-Soothing with Steve Lapuk, LMFTJoin me for this thoughtful conversation with psychotherapist, Steve Lapuk, as we discuss his work helping gay men address self-destructive behaviors by understanding the root causes and learning how to soothe ourselves to get our needs met. Steve and talk about:How the trauma of growing up can fuel self-harming behaviorsHow to use the “Hangover Effect” to determine if you’re self-medicatingWhat a “manic flight” is and why it drives self-destructive choicesWhat you can do to start taking better care of yourself About Steve LapukBased in Los Angeles, you can find Ste...
2021-11-0651 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonMap Your Sensitivities to Live Your Purpose with Mike IameleJoin me for a lively conversation with writer, purpose strategist and Sensitivity Mapper, Mike Iamele, as we talk about how his unique process for guiding gay, bi and queer man to live our purpose by embracing – rather than resisting – our greatest sensitivities. Mike and I dive into:His journey to falling in love with a man and coming out to 100K people overnightHow knowing and mapping our sensitivities improves our lives, work and relationshipsWhy sensitive mapping helps queer men release shame around sexuality and desiresThe key to living with purposeAbout Mike Iamele
2021-10-2355 min
I Am The Universe Podcast with Martin CowartEpisode 16 - Rediscovering Money and Ourselves at Midlife with BuckEpisode Summary: On today’s episode, I am honored to welcome our guest Buck Dodson, a board-certified life coach and licensed psychotherapist who is on a mission helping women, gay men and creatives live with confidence, conviction, and connection over the last 15 years. To help us understand how we can bring confidence in our lives, Buck will share how we can rediscover money and ourselves at midlife. As a 40-something man, Buck is all in on helping clients master midlife by addressing unfinished business from their past, releasing themselves from perfectionism and over-working, an...
2021-10-1134 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFrom Self Criticism to Self CompassionIn the first episode of the Self Esteem Series, I’m diving into one of the most effective tools to decrease the harsh judgement and self-criticism that make us feel unworthy and incapable of having the life we want and need. It’s called Self Compassion and it’s a simple yet powerful practice. Tune as I talk about…What self esteem is and what GBQ men must do to recover oursThe reason high self esteem doesn’t always prevent self-criticismWhy we criticize ourselves and how to slow down the “Threat” State that drives itThe three components of s...
2021-10-0843 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonPrioritize your Health with Nutrition Coach Paul BaileyIn this episode, I’m talking with Paul Bailey, a nutrition coach with over 15 years experience helping gay men transform their health, body and self confidence. Join me as I talk with Paul about how focusing on our mindset, relationship with food and ourselves is the key to a balanced, healthy lifestyle that’s right for us. Join us for a fun and informative conversation that covers topics including:Measuring success without focusing on weightThe key to staying motivated that Paul helps client discoverPaul’s tips for prioritizing health when you’re busyTransforming your relationship to your body...
2021-09-2453 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonMeet Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero with Filmmaker Anthony HandI’m talking drag, animation and LGBTQ+ heroism with storyteller Anthony Hand. Tune in as he introduces us to Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero, the heroine of his new feature-length animated film releasing in 2024. I talk with Anthony about his inspiration to create Maxxie LaWow and his vision for an animated world where LGBTQ+ culture, comic books and anime intersect in stories of good triumphing over evil. Join us we chat all things MaxxieWorld and pay homage to the influence, power and significance of drag and camp in pop culture. Follow the adventures of Ma...
2021-09-1141 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRelationship Myths and Misconceptions – Building your Relationship Skills Part 2In Part 2 of this “A Quick Buck” episode on relationships, I dive into some of the most common myths and misconceptions about relationships that block healthy intimacy. Tune as I talk about…Approaching relationships with as a learner and with “beginner’s mind”The difference between relationship anxiety and red flag issuesThe key to building trust through conflict What’s underneath the myth that “gay men can’t commit”Learn more about me and how I help gay, bi and queer men like you live, love and lead powerfully by visiting www.buckdodson.com and following me Instagram...
2021-08-2842 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonBuilding Your Relationship Skills Part 1In Part 1 of this “A Quick Buck” episode, I cover one of my favorite topics – relationships! More specifically, what it takes to become a skilled “relator” as gay, bi and queer men. Tune as I talk about…The core reason many of us struggle with finding and keeping healthy relationshipWhy gay, bi and queer man are relationship leaders, innovators and teachersLearning to move toward relationships as opposed to away or against themFour core skills you need to “get better” at intimacyLearn more about me and how I help gay men like you live, love and lead powerful...
2021-08-1435 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonAwaken Your Power with Christian de la HuertaIn this episode, I have a powerful conversation with sought-after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach, gay male thought leader, and author Christian de la Huerta. We talk about his latest book, Awakening the Soul of Power, and the hero’s journey we all must go on to access our authentic personal power. Tune in to hear Christian and I talk about:The theory in his first book, Coming Out Spiritually, that gay men have spiritual functionsHow his journey from Cuba to the US influenced his relationship to powerWhy the empowerment of women is key to ending hom...
2021-07-311h 01Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGrace, God and Gays with Tony ScottIn this episode, I have a lively conversation with ®EMMY Award-winning entrepreneur, faith-based communications expert and ordained minister, Tony Scott. Tony aka “The Apostle of Joy” and I talk about his new project, Grace for Gays, which is forging a new path ahead for those in our community who identify as gay, bi or queer as well as Christian. Tony’s story is about embracing his individuality and finding grace as a black, gay and Christian man. Regardless of your religious or spiritual orientation, you’ll be inspired. Tune in to hear Tony and I talk:Th...
2021-07-1754 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonOvercoming Sexual Shame with Derek LeightonIn this episode, I talk with Certified Sex Therapist, Derek Leighton about how gay, bi and queer man can begin to recognize and heal sexual shame. This important topic is rarely, if ever, discussed and yet it’s one of the most commonly discussed issues in counseling. Tune in to hear Derek and I talk:Defining sex therapy vs traditional talk therapyUnderstanding how sexual shame impacts how we relate to our sexual interests, desires and preferencesThe impact of words like “premature” and “dysfunction” in creating more shameHow early non-sexual messages about masculinity set the stage for later sexua...
2021-07-0354 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonBody Wellness & Authenticity Encouragement with Lance Pyburn, LMTIn this episode, I talk with wellness entrepreneur and Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), Lance Pyburn, about healing through our bodies, storytelling and living with authenticity. Tune in as Lance and I discuss Brave New Love, his latest initiative that create spaces for about living authentically, especially for LGBTQ+ people. Highlights include:How Lance redefined authenticity and success by healing internalized homophobia The chronic stress on gay men’s bodies and how our nervous systems respond or reactWhat it means to develop an Authenticity Practice anchored in wellness The 5 elements of Brave New Love’s Authenticity FrameworkEmpowering gay, bi...
2021-06-1950 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFrom Gay Pride to Gay PowerHappy Pride and Happy Power! In this “A Quick Buck” episode, I dive headfirst into the special powers we have and why it’s time for gay, bi and queer men to take the next step to evolve.Check it out as I talk about…Why we need a Coming Out 2.0 to step into full power as gay menGay men’s roles, gifts, spiritual functions, and superpowers The work of thought leaders, Christian de la Huerta, Ray Rigoglioso and Toby JohnsonThe ability we have to balance the Masculine and Feminine The importance of maintaining our outsider...
2021-06-0557 min
It’s Not About the SexReimagining Midlife - Buck DodsonIn this podcast, we welcome an old friend and colleague, Buck Dodson who is a life coach and licensed psychotherapist passionate about helping clients share their gifts and activate their superpowers. Buck hosts the Gay Men’s Life Lab podcast and can be reached through his website at www.buckdodson.com.
2021-06-0439 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGay Spirituality with Dr. Toby JohnsonJoin me and gay thought leader, spiritual writer, novelist, and former monk, Dr. Toby Johnson, as we explore the essential role gay and queer men play in expanding spirituality and raising consciousness. In this episode, Toby and I chat about…The intersection of spiritual practice and living as a gay man in a non-gay worldDefining spirit as the “observer inside” involved in the evolution of consciousnessThe profound influence of “Follow your Bliss” author, Joseph Campbell on his teachingsThe higher but not better spiritual perspective of gay men How gay men can participate and contribute to the evolu...
2021-05-2159 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRaising LGBTQ Allies with Chris TompkinsJoin me and Chris Tompkins, author, TEDx speaker, spiritual life coach, and LGBTQ inner-advocate to discuss his new book, Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent’s Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground.In this episode, Chris and I chat about…The “messages from the playground” that become subconscious negative beliefs about being gayDoing the work to talk openly with children and families about LGBTQ identity How coming out as a gay man doesn’t erase negative beliefs about being gayManaging the insidious nature of internalized homophobia that blocks critical dialogueHow gay and queer men can lead the wa...
2021-05-0852 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGay Men Choosing Connection Over PerfectionPerfectionism runs rampant in the gay, bi and queer male communities. Striving to the “best little boy in the world” is a strategy many of us use to cope with the shame, invalidation and rejection from growing up gay. It’s time to set ourselves free so let’s start by addressing the root cause – our need for connection. Check out this episode to learn… Signs of perfectionism as well as over-achieving, over-functioning and people-pleasingHow our unmet needs for connection drive perfectionism and over-functioningWhy these strategies were “helpful” to us as gay boys The role of ‘doing mode’ vs ‘being...
2021-04-2341 min
Smart Sex, Smart Love with Dr Joe KortBuck Dodson on How to Master Midlife as a Gay ManHow do you master midlife as a gay man? Do you see it as a time of crisis, or a time of new beginnings? Do you feel confused or empowered? Are you disoriented or excited?During a Smart Sex, Smart Love podcast, Buck Dodson, board certified life coach and licensed psychotherapist, talks about the core steps you can take to make this second coming out full of new possibilities, fewer problems and a real sense of freedom and authenticity.It is time to design your best midlife! As a gay man, you got a jump...
2021-04-2028 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonHealthy Gay Dating with Relationship Coach Ken ReidJoin me and Dating & Relationship Coach, Ken Reid, as we dive into Ken’s no-nonsense dating tips for gay men. In this episode, Ken and I unpack…How our own thoughts, beliefs and assumptions are hurdles to finding a manTransforming gay shame and self-abandonment into empowered actionKnowing and communicating your “terms and conditions” in datingHealthy alternatives to ghosting and being ghostedUsing rejection as an opportunity to build your self-esteemAuthenticity as the foundation of healthy datingDownload Ken Reid’s Dating Cheat Sheet at www.kenreidrelationshipcoach.com.You can also follow him Instagram.
2021-04-1055 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonMindfulness, Music and Gay Men’s Healing with Brian FaldutoJoin me and The Gay Life Coach, Brian Falduto, for a fun conversation as we dive into his story as a twentysomething gay man, life coach, podcaster, and musician. In this episode, Brian and I chat about…His experience as a child actor that kept him from coming outHow becoming a musician storyteller helped him healHis mission as a life coach to inspire self-awareness in younger gay menDeveloping a personal mindfulness practice to promote gay men’s healingThe power of connection with other men to support connection with selfGet in touch with Brian Falduto at ww...
2021-03-2750 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonEmpowering Gay Asian Men with Coach Yatin MistryThis week, I dive deep into the story of empowerment coach, entrepreneur and author, Yatin Mistry. Join us as Yatin and I go into his story and discuss how he approaches empowering his LGBTQ clients of color. In this episode, we cover:Yatin’s journey to identifying as a first-generation British-Indian and as a gay manThe role of spirituality in coming to terms with sexualityRealizing that you have a choice in how to respond to racism and homophobiaMindset shifts and “brain muscle” practices to develop confidence and empowermentYatin’s “kindness, necessary and honest” rule of thumb for speaking w...
2021-03-161h 10Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonA Quick UpdateHey everyone, I hope you’re doing well and as always, thanks for supporting the podcast.I see Gay Men’s Life Lab as a community and a big conversation that I’m having with you, so I’m sharing a quick update today to let you know a little bit of what’s going on behind the scenes, and what's in store in upcoming episodes. And remember, you can always reach out to me at www.buckdodson.com or on Instagram and Facebook to let me know a topic you’d like me to cover.
2021-03-1306 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonOwning Our Anger to Level Up as Gay MenYou knew it was coming, guys. Y’all knew I’d talk about anger at some point. To live fully as a powerful, loving and impact-making gay man, you must identify, express and transform your anger. Gay shame often gets the attention but gay anger needs love too. Literally. Check out this episode to learn… That anger is healthy, natural and deserves your attentionWhy gay men need to own our anger to level up individually and culturally How unaddressed anger fuels shaming and judging other gay men as well as ourselves Why anger work for gay men is esse...
2021-02-271h 03Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonDeep Healing in Sexual Recovery with Andrew SusskindWe’re finally talking about sex, boys! Sexual health, recovery and healing that is. Tune into this episode with Los Angeles-based psychotherapist and author, Andrew Susskind, as we discuss his new book “It’s Not About the Sex: Moving from Isolation to Intimacy after Sexual Addiction.” Andrew and I go deep on …Long term healing from problematic sexual behavior “Brokenheartedness” as the root cause of out-of-control sexual behavior How longing for connection drives compulsive sexual Why work with your body, the brain and central nervous is key to deep sexual recoveryHow gay men can begin to express our sexual...
2021-02-1253 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGays and Gals Happy HourIt’s our first Happy Hour episode! And it’s all about gay men and the women we love. Tune as I have mock and cocktails with my crew of ladies and one of my best gays as we discuss what makes our relationships so special. We chat about:Women and gay men being “co-revolutionaries” The unique dynamic that happens when sex is removedThe experience of safety, acceptance and lack of competition we feelWhat we teach women and they teach us about emotions and intimacyHow we can apply the love from our unique connections we have to all our...
2021-02-0559 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonUnpacking “Gays over Covid” Culture with Armando SánchezIn this episode, I dive into the heated conversation about “PV Gays” going to circuit parties during the COVID pandemic. Tune in as I talk with Gay Men & Blog writer and clinical social worker, Armando Sánchez about the underlying issues in gay male culture that draw men to these high-risk events during the pandemic. Tune in as we talk about…How gay men’s hunger for connection fuels party cultureHolding other gay men accountable without creating more shameHolding ourselves accountable for our contributions to gay party and privilege cultureUsing empathy for ourselves and each other to start con...
2021-01-3049 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonBody Image with Brad KenningtonThis week is all about body image. Tune in as I talk with therapist and male eating disorder and body image specialist, Brad Kennington, Licensed Professional Counselor. If you're preoccupied with how your body looks, what you eat and how much you exercise, you'll want to tune in to this episode. If you're feeling like your body is the only currency you have, you need to listen. Tune in to this episode to learn about developing a healthy relationship to your body, food and exercise. We talk about ways to do that like…Rel...
2021-01-2347 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonMaking 2021 Your Year of ConnectionHappy New Year, guys!Since self work + relationship work is where it's at in improving your life, I’m kicking off 2021 with an episode on Connection.Every gay, bi and queer man I know and who I've worked with over the last 15+ years wants better connections so tune in to hear four ways you can improve your relationships with everyone in your life and help yourself in the process.Learn how…Being honest, especially when it’s hard, is a generous act of loveAsking for more help will get you closer to people...
2021-01-0838 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFinding and Keeping Love with Dr. Joe KortHey guys! On this episode, I talk finding real love with relationship, sex and LGBTQ expert, Dr. Joe Kort. Author of 10 Smart Things Gay Men Can Do to Find Real Love, Dr Kort and I dive deep into how to get better at finding and keeping relationships...a hot topic!Tune into to learn...Why waiting until you're ready to be in a relationship doesn't workWhat it means to come into your own gay masculinity & why it matters in loveHow gay male competition and “competency wounds” block intimacyHow to navigate the three phases of love: Call of th...
2020-12-1953 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFinancially Fabulous with the Debt Free GuysHey guys! I’m talking cash money in this episode with the Debt Free Guys and hosts of the Queer Money podcast, David Auten and John Schneider. A gay male couple who transformed their relationship to money and their lives, these boys are the real deal, and they’re on a mission to help LGBTQ folks like fabulously not fabulously broke!Check out this episode to hear…David and John’s inspiring story to becoming debt free The root cause issues that challenge gay, bi and queer men when it comes to moneyWhy doing our money work is ke...
2020-11-2554 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonIgnite Your Vitality Using Human Design with Coach Linda LandonTo view the Human Design charts for myself and Kamala Harris that we discuss in this episode, visit my journal entry for this podcast. Hey boys and girls! This episode is a deep dive into a game-changing personal and professional growth tool you’ve probably never heard about called Human Design. I talk with Business and Recovery Coach, Linda Landon, about how this personality assessment tool can help us move through our lives with more energy, flow, abundance, and healthier relationships.Tune in to learn…The 5 types of people according to Human Design and how...
2020-11-151h 02Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck Dodson"Get Closer" with Jeff Chernin, PhDHey guys! This episode is all about improving communication patterns and dynamics in your relationships. I dive deep with L.A.-based psychotherapist and author, Dr. Jeff Chernin, about his must-read book, “Get Closer: A Gay Men’s Guide to Intimacy and Relationships.” If you’re in a relationship, you want to be in one or you’re learning from one that just ended, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear Dr. Chernin and I talk about…What to do when you and you’re man are in a “Pursuer-Withdrawer” patternHow to balance out differences in power...
2020-11-0753 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonBonus: Gay Men at MidlifeIn this bonus episode, I geek out one of my favorite topics - how gay, bi and queer men over 40 are models for thriving at midlife. If you’re almost or over 40, tune in to hear how and why you’re in the most transformative phase of your life.Our lives essentially start over twice - the first time is when we come out and the second is when we reach midlife. By coming out, we’ve already had to face ourselves in a profound way and find the courage to live our truth in the face of res...
2020-11-0531 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonFacing Gay Community Stress with Dr. Chuck BurtonHey gays and interested gals, this episode is all about gay community stress and the tolls its taking on gay, bi and queer men’s mental health and wellbeing. Tune in to my conversation with psychologist and researcher, Dr. Chuck Burton, as we discuss emerging research that shows how linking our self-esteem to social and sexual status is putting us at even higher risk for anxiety, depression and social exclusion. Highlights of this episode include…Research showing gay, bi and queer men may experience as much as stress from within our own communities as we do from...
2020-10-2151 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonGetting Messy and Being Real as Gay MenHey boys, this week, I’m bringing you some vulnerability realness – my version of it, anyway. Between Covid, Trump and our own personal growth journeys, life has been complicated, draining and messy AF lately. As hard as this is, though, it’s good because we’re learning to be messier, more honest and more real. Doing the work to show up as your authentic self, to love yourself, warts and all, and to embrace vulnerability as a path to connection requires that you let yourself be seen for all of who we are. Tune into this episode to hear m...
2020-09-2144 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonComing Out with Alex Guthrie, Marriage and Family TherapistHey gents, in this episode, I talk with Alex Guthrie, MFT, a San Diego-based psychotherapist and one of the most loving gay men I know. We dive into the coming out process, and Alex shares his insights on what keeps us in the closet, how to come out and why gay men need each other now more than ever.We also chat about:Fear of rejection from our tribeShame as “The Great Disconnector”Coming out as a strength and act of self loveBest practices for coming outComing out later in lifeShow notes & Resources:
2020-08-301h 02Gay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonBonus Episode: Gay Superpowers at Work with Ben PapaI'm excited to bring you this short, sweet and insight-packed bonus episode from my conversation with Enneagram expert and coach Ben Papa. Near the end of our interview, Ben and I got into a great conversation about what makes gay men great leaders in life, love and the workplace. Ben shares his insights around our openness, perspective-taking, unique relationships with women, and how coming out is our gift that keeps on giving. Enjoy!Visit www.benjaminpapa.com to learn about Ben’s Enneagram coaching and consulting programs. You can also find Ben on Linkedin at https://www.li...
2020-08-2013 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonPersonal, Professional and Relationship Transformation with Enneagram Expert and Coach, Ben PapaHey gays and interested gals, this episode is bringing you everything you’ve wanted to know about the Enneagram! Never heard of it? Well tune in for a great conversation with Enneagram Expert and Coach, Ben Papa, about using this ancient tool to help you grow within yourself, in your love life and at work. In this episode, you’ll learn how the Enneagram can help you:Identify your core needsCope with your specific "afflictive emotion" of anger, fear or shameResolve conflict with loved ones and colleaguesLearn how to develop your Thinking, Feeling and Doing IntelligencesVis...
2020-08-1558 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonLove and Belonging NeedsAre your needs for love and belonging getting met?In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, "love and belonging" comes right after physical and safety needs, and they are the building blocks of self-esteem and your ability to realize your full potential. In other words, if you're not getting your love and belonging or "heart" needs met, you'll struggle to build the life you truly deserve.All too often, especially for gay kids, our heart needs in childhood get diminished, unrecognized, neglected, or outright rejected. And so we learned – as children do – to devalue, diminish, neglect, and reje...
2020-08-0143 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonHappy Inner Pride: Feel Prouder of Yourself as a Gay ManPride month may be over, but gay shame isn’t. As empowering as pride parades are, they’re not enough to transform the negative feelings many of us have about ourselves. No amount of body glitter or dancing topless on floats can fully rewire the “I’m not good enough” messages. That work is an inside job. It’s the inner display of pride. Today’s episode is all about cultivating inner pride and loving yourself. No parade required. I share shame busting ideas like… Supporting yourself with self-talk Getting into your body to “wire” in good feeling Making cont...
2020-07-1850 minGay Men's Life Lab with Buck DodsonRupture and Repair: How to Handle Conflict in Your RelationshipsStop avoiding conflict and repair your relationship wounds. Conflict sucks. Nobody likes it, and we’d all avoid it if we could. But when we face it head on, conflict is healthy and helps us build trust. Since most of us were never taught how to handle conflict, this episode I'm talking about what to do if you keep arguing about the same issues in your relationships. I’m chatting about some of the skills you need to resolve conflicts: stop playing the blame game; take responsibility for your part; own your feelings; and get curious about wha...
2020-07-0326 min
ST. JUDE'S TRAIL RIDE & CHUCKWAGON COOKING this week on SADDLE UP AMERICA!Tues. Sept. 23rd Noon CST on Equestrian Legacy Radio's SADDLE UP AMERICA!
GARY HOLT and co-host TINA MAE WEBER welcome DENNIS DODSON...Dennis is the real deal when is comes to Chuckwagon Cooking! He'll share some tales from roundups that will leave you rolling with laughter and receipes that will have you ready to fire up the coals!
Alamo is famous...Alamo TN that is...Home of the 16th Annual Buck Creek Trail Ride to benefit St. Jude's Childrens Hospital taking place this weekend Sept. 25th-28th. We'll visit with the founder of the ride KATHY MOORE and the host for...
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Equestrian Legacy RadioST. JUDE'S TRAIL RIDE & CHUCKWAGON COOKING this week on SADDLE UP AMERICA!Tues. Sept. 23rd Noon CST on Equestrian Legacy Radio's SADDLE UP AMERICA!GARY HOLT and co-host TINA MAE WEBER welcome DENNIS DODSON...Dennis is the real deal when is comes to Chuckwagon Cooking! He'll share some tales from roundups that will leave you rolling with laughter and receipes that will have you ready to fire up the coals!Alamo is famous...Alamo TN that is...Home of the 16th Annual Buck Creek Trail Ride to benefit St. Jude's Childrens Hospital taking place this weekend Sept. 25th-28th. We'll visit with the founder of the ride KATHY MOORE and the host for...
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