Hard To Swallow
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<p><strong>Hard to Swallow with Joshua Palmer</strong></p><p>Welcome to Hard to Swallow—a raw, real, and refreshingly honest podcast where faith meets identity, truth meets storytelling, and healing meets humor.</p><p>Hosted by Joshua “Joshie” Palmer, this show dives into the unfiltered experiences of growing up in the church while secretly navigating queerness, only to come out on the other side—literally. From singing in youth group to leading worship, to coming out as gay in the middle of ministry, Joshie brings his full story to the mic: the heartbreak, the hope, and the hilarious dating misadventures.</p><p>Each week, expect soul-filled storytelling, deep dives into LGBTQ+ faith journeys, pop culture moments, current events, messy dating stories, and whatever else life throws our way—all served with humor, heart, and hard-won wisdom.</p><p>Whether you’re driving, walking, or crying in the shower (no judgment), this podcast is your virtual warm hug. It's for anyone who’s been told they had to choose between God and authenticity. Spoiler alert: you don’t.</p><p>Because some stories may be hard to swallow… but they just might be the ones that save us.</p>
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7/16/2025
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Recent Episodes
September 9, 2025
Catching Flights, Fall Feels, and a Reality Check
<p>🎙️ Episode 8: Catching Flights, Fall Feels, and a Reality Check</p><p>After a 3-week break, your boy is back, and we’ve got a lot to catch up on.</p><p>In this episode of Hard to Swallow, I’m recapping everything from my trip to Denver, experiencing one of my favorite artists live at the iconic Red Rocks, spooky movie nights, and the full fall energy shift that's in the air. 🍂</p><p>But we’re not just vibing—we’re growing. I’m also sharing a recent moment where I had to take full ownership of my actions. It stung, but it was necessary. This episode is about reflection, realness, and that uncomfortable but powerful process of learning and doing better.</p><p>If you've ever had to sit with your own accountability, or you’re just here for the fall vibes and life catch-ups, you’re in the right place.</p><p><strong>Some stories may be hard to swallow… but they just might be the ones that save.</strong></p>
August 12, 2025
Confidence Is the New Sexy
<p>In this episode of Hard to Swallow, we’re talking all things confidence, and not the kind you fake for Instagram.</p><p>I’m diving into what it means to walk into a room fully owning your energy, your truth, and your presence. Because let’s be real: confidence is sexy, and it’s powerful. But it’s not about loud outfits or loud personalities, it’s about doing the soul work to feel safe and strong in who you are, even when no one’s watching.</p><p>I’m also breaking down the difference between confidence and cockiness (yes, there’s a line) and sharing some of the ways I’ve learned to stop shrinking and start shining, without waiting for perfection.</p><p>If you’ve ever struggled with insecurity, comparison, or feeling like you have to be someone else to be seen... this one’s for you.</p><p><strong>Some stories may be hard to swallow… but they just might be the ones that save.</strong></p>
August 5, 2025
Cousin Energy Only
<p>In this feel-good episode of Hard to Swallow, I’m joined by my cousin and lifelong partner in crime, <strong>Gabby</strong>, or as I like to call him, my brother from another mother. We’ve been side-by-side since diapers, and today, we’re bringing all that cousin energy straight to your ears.</p><p>We’re keeping it light this week, laughing through memories of growing up in the same wild, church-filled, Kool-Aid-soaked childhood. We also get real about modern dating (yes, including the time I thought my boyfriend could see spirits 👀) and our shared weight loss journeys that taught us more than just how to count calories.</p><p>Expect laughs, a few hard to swallow truths, and a whole lot of love.</p><p><strong>Some stories may be hard to swallow… but they just might be the ones that save.</strong></p>
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- What is Hard To Swallow?
<p><strong>Hard to Swallow with Joshua Palmer</strong></p><p>Welcome to Hard to Swallow—a raw, real, and refreshingly honest podcast where faith meets identity, truth meets storytelling, and healing meets humor.</p><p>Hosted by Joshua “Joshie” Palmer, this show dives into the unfiltered experiences of growing up in the church while secretly navigating queerness, only to come out on the other side—literally. From singing in youth group to leading worship, to coming out as gay in the middle of ministry, Joshie brings his full story to the mic: the heartbreak, the hope, and the hilarious dating misadventures.</p><p>Each week, expect soul-filled storytelling, deep dives into LGBTQ+ faith journeys, pop culture moments, current events, messy dating stories, and whatever else life throws our way—all served with humor, heart, and hard-won wisdom.</p><p>Whether you’re driving, walking, or crying in the shower (no judgment), this podcast is your virtual warm hug. It's for anyone who’s been told they had to choose between God and authenticity. Spoiler alert: you don’t.</p><p>Because some stories may be hard to swallow… but they just might be the ones that save us.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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