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All Out in the Open

All Out in the Open is a resource for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints and those who love them. Our goal is to help listeners connect with themselves, with their families, with their community, and with God. Hosts Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty help listeners open up to themselves and those around them. Clare Dalton digs into the scriptures and teaches how they can be a catalyst for personal revelation. Iese Wilson takes listeners on a tour of LGBTQ Latter-day Saints all over the Church and introduces us to modern day pioneers. Michael Soto and Liz Macdonald highlight the amazing work of those who are building and strengthening their communities. Learn more at www.alloutintheopen.org.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
46 minutes
Episodes
218
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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How do I recognize personal revelation?

How do I recognize personal revelation?

Ben and Charlie are joined by Sarah Keller-Langford (she/her) for a discussion on how they recognize and receive personal revelation.

00:55:00  |   Tue 16 Nov 2021
Can I be out at church?

Can I be out at church?

Ben and Charlie are joined by MTC Instructor Sarah Chapman (she/her) for a conversation about being out at church.

00:40:17  |   Tue 09 Nov 2021
How can I minister to LGBTQ+ youth?

How can I minister to LGBTQ+ youth?

Ben and Charlie are joined by Trish Thornock (she/her) to discuss how she has approached LGBTQ+ topics as a youth leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

00:32:23  |   Tue 02 Nov 2021
What common factors contribute to LGBTQ+ suicide?

What common factors contribute to LGBTQ+ suicide?

Ben and Charlie are joined by Dr. Quintin Hunt (he/him) to discuss  factors that contribute to LGBTQ+ suicide, common warning signs, and how loved ones can help. 

00:47:36  |   Tue 26 Oct 2021
Am I possessed by an evil spirit?

Am I possessed by an evil spirit?

Adam Berg joins Ben and Charlie for a conversation about how they respond when people make up explanations as to why they are gay.

00:35:06  |   Tue 19 Oct 2021
What does it mean to be intersex?

What does it mean to be intersex?

Blaire Oslter joins Ben and Charlie to provide information on what it means to be intersex and share personal stories relating to being intersex and overcoming infertility. (This episode contains ana…

01:01:03  |   Tue 12 Oct 2021
How do I know God loves me?

How do I know God loves me?

Emily Belle Freeman joins Ben and Charlie for a conversation about how they have come to know and feel God's love.

01:06:32  |   Tue 05 Oct 2021
How can I move on from past mistakes?

How can I move on from past mistakes?

Keldy Zabriskie shares his story of overcoming a cycle of drug addiction, prison, and homelessness, as well as what it was like transitioning female to male.

00:45:19  |   Tue 28 Sep 2021
What if my family isn't supportive?

What if my family isn't supportive?

Dr. Lacey Bagley (she/her) joins Ben and Charlie for a discussion on how LGBTQIA+ individuals can cope and improve relationships with unsupportive family members.

00:42:42  |   Tue 21 Sep 2021
What if my spouse comes out as gay?

What if my spouse comes out as gay?

Ben and Charlie interview Jessica Frew about how she responded when she found out her husband was gay.

00:47:22  |   Tue 14 Sep 2021
What if I'm afraid to come out?

What if I'm afraid to come out?

Ben and Charlie are joined by Taylor Jessop to talk about how she worked through the fear of coming out.

00:30:51  |   Tue 07 Sep 2021
How can I be happy with who I am?

How can I be happy with who I am?

Ben and Charlie are joined by Tyler McFarland and Ryan Clifford to talk about how they came to accept and love who they are.

00:47:37  |   Tue 31 Aug 2021
What do I do if I’m hurt by something a Church leader says?

What do I do if I’m hurt by something a Church leader says?

Ben & Charlie process how it feels when they are hurt by something a Church leader says.

00:47:54  |   Tue 24 Aug 2021
Is it ever too late to come out?

Is it ever too late to come out?

Meghan Decker shares her experience coming out at 60 years-old. 

00:45:39  |   Tue 17 Aug 2021
Am I being deceived?

Am I being deceived?

This is one you don't want to miss! Ben and Charlie are joined by David Butler for a conversation on how to recognize which thoughts come from the Spirit.

00:59:35  |   Tue 10 Aug 2021
Live Q&A Event (Audio Recording)

Live Q&A Event (Audio Recording)

Charlie and Ben kicked off season 2 of Questions from the Closet with a live Q&A! Catch the audio from the amazing event here.

01:13:06  |   Tue 03 Aug 2021
Season 2 Kickoff with LIVE Event!

Season 2 Kickoff with LIVE Event!

We hope you can join us (whether virtually or in-person) for our season 2 kickoff! We are hosting a live event in Provo, UT where you can ask real-time, in-person questions to Ben and Charlie. Check …

00:01:35  |   Tue 06 Jul 2021
How do you deal with burnout?

How do you deal with burnout?

Ben and Charlie do a recap of the episodes they have recorded so far and announce a short break in order to prepare future content.

00:26:03  |   Tue 11 May 2021
What do the scriptures say about homosexuality?

What do the scriptures say about homosexuality?

Dr. Eric Huntsman, ancient scripture historian, joins Charlie and Ben for a conversation about references to homosexual behavior in canonized LDS scripture.

01:00:52  |   Tue 04 May 2021
What if I like my straight friend?

What if I like my straight friend?

Ukiah Reynolds joins Charlie and Ben to talk about what to do if you have a crush on a straight person.

00:36:06  |   Tue 27 Apr 2021
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