Living OUT Loud with Michele Flamer is a space for courage, truth, and belonging. The podcast celebrates Queer voices and the people in our communities who are living out loud with intention. Each episode lifts up authentic stories of self-discovery, purpose, and the moments that shaped who we become.
Michele welcomes a wide range of guests who are opening doors and extending their hearts. From everyday heroes to community organizers, from artists and authors to politicians and advocates, these conversations honor the resilience and bravery found in Queer communities across the country. Together, they explore what it means to lead with vulnerability, to create connection, and to stand firmly in our truth.
Through honest conversation, curiosity, and compassion, Michele invites listeners to reflect on their own stories and the power of showing up as their whole selves.
Because when we live out loud, we create space for others to do the same. Thanks for listening and sharing.
Stay Loud and Stay Proud!
Michele
Loved connecting with Stacey and Christin. Beautiful humans, co-owners and life partners!
The conversation delves into the celebration of queer representation, the experiences of late-life lesbians, the creation of Tello Films and Tello Books, the curation of LGBTQ+ content, balancing work and relationships, and the concept of manifesting soulmates.
The conversation explores the themes of embracing divine timing and surrender, creating space for vulnerability and representation, and navigating challenges while fostering community. The guests share their experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of living out loud and fostering inclusivity within the queer community.
Takeaways
Authentic LGBTQ+ storytelling
Navigating late-life lesbian experiences Divine timing
Building community
Chapters
00:00 Celebrating Queer Representation
06:59 Building Tello Films and Tello Books
19:06 Curating LGBTQ+ Content
25:48 Balancing Work and Relationship
33:03 Manifesting Soulmates
40:10 Navigating Challenges and Building Community
7 Jan 2026
Lori Gatto
Loved meeting Lori Gatto via TikTok, and her messaging is raw and honest.
The conversation covers a range of themes, including acceptance, authenticity, family dynamics, professional journey, child advocacy, consulting role at the Obama Foundation, supporting a transgender child, personal evolution, advocacy, legacy, and living out loud. Each chapter delves into the guest's experiences, insights, and perspectives, providing a comprehensive exploration of the themes.
Takeaways
Acceptance
Authenticity
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
05:02 Family Acceptance and Relationship Dynamics
11:40 Lessons from Childcare Experience and Parent-Teacher Partnership
19:14 Consulting Role at the Obama Foundation and Advocacy Work
27:13 Advocacy and Legacy
34:57 Living Out Loud and Rapid Fire Questions
31 Dec 2025
Franco Stevens - Curve Foundation
Franco Stevens, the visionary founder of Curve magazine, shares her coming out story, the challenges she faced, the origin story of Curve magazine, the risks and visibility associated with queer media, the behind-the-scenes of Curve magazine, the preservation of queer women's history, and the creation of positive change through the Curve Foundation. The conversation covers the evolution of queer terminology, the power of unity in the LGBTQ+ community, the importance of standing together, and the significance of identity and respect. It also delves into community needs, magazine nostalgia, and the concept of living out loud.
Takeaways
Pioneering queer media
Preserving queer women's stories Unity in the LGBTQ+ community
The evolution of queer terminology
Curve Foundation (https://thecurvefoundation.org/) website - donate or sponsor with Curve for Lesbian Visibility week.
Amazing Lesbian Magazine - Curve Mag (https://www.curvemag.com/)
Chapters
00:00 The Visionary Founder
05:07 Family Support and First Relationship
11:35 Visibility and Risk
19:09 Preserving Queer Women's History
27:27 Lessons from the Past
33:03 Franco's Journey
38:53 Identity and Respect
47:58 Living Out Loud
Reach and audience
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
20 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
20 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
79
Social presence
91
YouTube
0
Engagement
77
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