Catholic, But Gay: Faith, Identity, and Catholic Guilt

Catholic, But Gay: Faith, Identity, and Catholic Guilt

Can you be Catholic and gay? In this episode of the JK But Gay Show, we sit down with Brian Halderman, a former Catholic religious brother, to talk about faith, identity, and what it feels like to grow up Catholic while also processing being gay. We get into his call to religious life, what life as a brother was like, and the moment he realized he had to leave. We also talk about Catholic guilt, marriage, how faith changes over time, and what it means to still carry parts of Catholicism with you while living openly and honestly. Marianist Social Justice Collaborative: https://marianistsjc.net/lgbtq-initiative Fortunate Families: https://fortunatefamilies.com/

Politics, But Gay: Being Gay, Opposing Views, and Identity

Is being gay inherently political, or does it just feel that way because our lives keep getting debated? In this episode of the JK But Gay Show, we talk about identity, voting, political exhaustion, and what happens when being gay becomes part of every political conversation. We get into whether your identity should shape how you vote, what it means when people vote against their own community, and why so many LGBTQ people feel tired of having to care all the time. We also talk about whether politics can survive relationships, if you can be friends with someone who has opposite views, and why “just don’t talk about politics” is not always that simple.

Visible, But Gay: Tony Directs on Fame, Family, and Being Seen

In this episode of The JK But Gay Show, Tony joins us to talk about visibility, family, internet fame, and what it means to be Latino, gay, proud, and fully seen. We get into when he realized he was a brand, how Texas compares to California, and what it feels like to be recognized online while still wanting to be fully understood by the people closest to you. This conversation goes beyond being an influencer. It is about family, identity, online hate, the pressure of visibility, and why being seen can be both powerful and complicated.

Pride, But Gay | Why Pride Still Matters, Corporate Pride, LGBTQ Community

What does Pride actually mean today? In this episode of the JK But Gay Show, we reflect on our first Pride experiences, the moments that shaped us, and why Pride continues to matter for the LGBTQ community. We also unpack the changing role of corporate Pride, why some companies are pulling back, and what that means for LGBTQ visibility. This conversation isn't just about Pride Month. It's about belonging, community, and why showing up for one another still matters.

Dating, But Gay | Black & Latino Gay Dating, Attraction, Race

What does dating actually look like for gay men today? This week we're joined by the hosts of the Messy Thoughts Podcast to talk about attraction, race, dating apps, and the realities of dating as Black and Latino gay men. From preferences and first impressions to the conversations people avoid having out loud, we unpack the things that shape modern dating in the LGBTQ community. We also get into what we're attracted to, how culture influences dating, and why some of the biggest conversations around race and attraction are still the hardest to have.