Out in the Open

#18 | Clarity & Strength in Faith & Relationships with Brian Recker

In this episode we chat with ex-evangelical pastor, Brian Recker, about his journey from leaving an evangelical church, to becoming a fierce ally for love, equality and healthy spirituality. We talk about deconstructing religion, faith, sex, shame and relationships. (2:25) Brians faith journey and walking away from the church. (14:45) Conversion therapy and shame. (16:30) Faith and sexuality. (21:15) Has the bible become an Idol? (27:30) Who really was Jesus? (32:40) Letting go of 'Hell'. (35:00) How did Brian come to be a fierce Queer ally? (49:10) Sex, shame and relationships.

#17 | Nurturing Your Creativity with Amie McNee

Amie McNee is an Author, a Speaker and a creative Coach. In this episode we dive deep into the world of the creative with Amie, we discover what it takes to be seen for your Art, and talk through the challenges we face along the way. (06:50) Denying your creativity. (08:45) Amy's writing and books. (10:40) Why do we need art and creativity? (18:40) Finding community. (20:40) Creating without recognition. (30:00) Journaling. (35:00) Taking your space. (40:25) Sharing your Art, and sharing it more that once! (43:00) A.I. and the future of Art. (55:00) Capitalism and Art. Amie can be found in Instagram at @inspiredtowrite and her website amiemcnee.com

Welcome to Out in the Open season 2!

Welcome back to 'Out in the Open'! Join us this season for chats on self-growth, personal tales, challenging topics and a fresh perspective on issues that matter to us all; with a free-thinking and fiercely Queer throughline that guides us through every episode.

#16 | Season finale - Just family

In this episode, we wrap up the year with a recap of Season 1. We discuss the swings and roundabouts of the creative hustle, staying resilient, Matt's upcoming Melbourne Theatre debut, and some of the funniest stories working in Hospitality. We have merchandise too!! (01:00) Merchandise! (2:26) Progress in the creative sphere here in Melbourne. (3:50) Art is important. (7:40) Working in hospitality. (10:00) Bevan's past life as a flight attendant. (20:00) Matt's theatre debut in Melbourne

#15 | Achieving the dream with Opera singer Helena Dix

In this episode we chat with Opera Star, the Diva herself, Helena Dix! Come with us on a lyrical journey as we laugh and sing our way through Helena's success story, from singing to an aircraft full of passengers at a young age, to performing the dream role of Norma at the Metropolitan Opera in New York. (2:20) Warming up with Helena. (4:20) The beginnings of Helena's singing journey. (5:20) Helena's debut on a plane! (7:40) Struggle is a challenge for Helena. (8:45) Managing nerves while performing. (10:07) Performing under every circumstance. (17:45) Metropolitan Opera in New York (19:45) Pavarotti (23:00) Opera for beginners. Where to begin. (27:30) Singing in different languages. (40:55) Knowing yourself. (44:55) What is Bel Canto? (48:00) Auditioning for Metropolitan Opera in New York. (54:00) Helena's dream role in New York. (59:00) Taking a compliment.