Are you a gay man 55+ navigating the next unknown chapter of your life? Happy Endings at Shameless Acres is your new go-to podcast. We dive into the real conversations that matter – life stories, interviews, advice, the highs, the lows, and the unexpected challenges and joys of this stage of life. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and a reminder that your story is valuable and your happy ending is just beginning.
Health is Wealth: Insights on Health, Relationships, and Self-Care
Join us as we explore meaningful conversations from a community of seniors sharing their journeys through health, aging, relationships, and self-discovery. This episode offers diverse perspectives on maintaining vitality, building community, and embracing life's evolving chapters. Key topics covered: The importance of community and social connection in later lifePersonal health journeys: managing chronic illness, mental health, and agingInnovations in self-care, including diet, exercise, ...
12 Jun 2026
Happy Hour: How Y'All Doin'?
HEASA Happy Hour is a recorded conversation series for gay men 55 and better — real talk about aging, health, connection, and what Jane Fonda calls the "third act." HEASA stands for Happy Endings at Shameless Acres, and that tells you everything about the spirit of the show: honest, irreverent, and warm. Every other week, hosts Colin Brownlee and Scott Pralinsky gather 20+ men on a live call from around the world — Costa Rica, Canada, Australia, Boston, Dallas, and beyond — to share their sto...
25 Jul 2025
No Fixed Address: 8 years of Life as World Slowmads
Colin from HEASA interviews Brent and Michael of "Brent and Michael Are Going Places" who discuss their eight years as "slowmads," sharing insights on travel, partnership, and authenticity.
25 Jun 2025
Introduction to Scott's Journey
Colin interviews Scott about his life journey, from military service as a closeted gay man to his commitment to social service, revealing the experiences that shaped his passion for helping those on the margins.
24 Jun 2025
Shameless Beginnings
Colin Brownlee recounts his unconventional life journey, including addiction struggles, spiritual transformation, and founding Happy Endings at Shameless Acres, in an interview with Scott Pralinsky.
17 Jun 2025
Defying Expectations: Scott's Journey of Resilience
Colin interviews Scott about his life journey, from military service as a closeted gay man to his commitment to social service, revealing the profound impact of early experiences.
6 Jun 2025
The Beginning of Something Shamelessly Beautiful
Hosts Scott Pralinsky and Colin Brownlee introduce Happy Endings at Shameless Acres, a community for gay men over 55, and discuss its origins and vision for fostering connection and purpose.
17 Apr 2025
Ep 1: Shameless Beginnings
Happy Endings at Shameless Acres kicks off with an inspiring and deeply personal conversation between Scott Pralinsky and Colin Brownlee, founder of Happy Endings at Shameless Acres (HEASA). In this premiere episode, Colin reflects on a life that defied convention — from his turbulent youth and struggles with addiction to his journey through the AIDS crisis, spiritual transformation, and eventual reinvention as an LGBTQ+ entrepreneur in Costa Rica. He shares how embracing vulnerability, self-...
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Brent
Michael
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Colin Brownlee
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
7 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 15 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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