Gay Men Going Deeper

Michael DiIorio & Matt Landsiedel | Gay Men’s Brotherhood

Gay Men Going Deeper is a podcast about gay relationships, identity, sexuality, and personal growth for gay men navigating modern life.

Hosted by Matt Landsiedel and Michael DiIorio, the show dives into topics like dating, shame, masculinity, confidence, emotional intimacy, and the pressures of modern gay culture.

Expect raw conversations, psychological insight, and the kind of honest discussions that challenge assumptions and invite deeper reflection about what it means to live authentically as a gay man.

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Oct 21, 2021 · 57 min
Everyday Courage
About Today’s Show We are all courageous if you look closely enough. On today's episode, we're talking about Everyday Courage- those small, simple acts of courage that we all experience, yet often overlook. Some of the questions we're answering are: What does it mean to be courageous?What gives us courage? (and takes it away)How can you show courage in your everyday life? By the end of this episode, you'll be feeling a little more courageous in your own life to be able to face your f
Oct 14, 2021 · 50 min
Why LGBTQ+ Representation in Literature is Important with Author Robbie Couch
About Today’s Show Queer representation in stories and literature is starting to make its way into the mainstream market and big publishing houses. It's still a long road before we see LGBTQ+ books being promoted by big publishing houses as the new norm but with the help of today's guest, we're on track to getting there! On today's show, Calan Breckon has a sit-down with author Robbie Couch to talk about why queer representation is so important in literature and how he managed to find succ
Oct 7, 2021 · 59 min
Normalizing Fear
About Today’s Show Fear is a natural human emotion that is often misunderstood. In this episode, we’re sharing our personal experiences with fear and giving some tangible tips on dealing with fear in your own life so that you can release the suffering that it often brings. We’ll answer questions like: 1. How do you experience fear? 2. What are some things you’re afraid of? 3. What are some strategies you use to overcome fear? This episode will show you that you’re not alone in you
Sep 30, 2021 · 59 min
Your Questions Answered on Non-Monogamous Relationships
About Today’s Show In this episode, Michael welcomes back special guest, Craig Cassey, to answer your questions about gay relationships, sex, and monogamy. Our episode on Non-Monogamous Relationships generated quite a bit of discussion, so today we are responding back to some of your juiciest comments and questions, such as: How do I make a long-term relationship work? How do I bring up the topic of openness with my partner? How do I work through guilt and jealousy? Join us
Sep 23, 2021 · 55 min
FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)
About Today’s Show The Fear of Missing Out (a.k.a FOMO) tells us that if we could just be somewhere else, do something else, or be with someone else, we would be “better.” All it really does though is take us out of the present moment and creates unnecessary anxiety. In this episode, we’ll answer these questions: 1. What sparks FOMO in you? 2. Where do you think FOMO really comes from? 3. What can we do to alleviate and work through our FOMO? Watch this ep on YouTube — – Con
Sep 16, 2021 · 56 min
Transforming Limiting Beliefs
About Today’s Show In this episode, Matt speaks with Holistic Practitioner, Andrew Rowe about transforming limiting beliefs. Andrew and Matt share their best spiritual and psychological wisdom on how to shed those beliefs that are no longer serving us. Limiting beliefs tend to be the culprits that are preventing us from becoming our most authentic and confident selves. Time to learn how to let them go. Here is what you can expect to learn from the episode: ● What are beliefs? ●
Sep 9, 2021 · 57 min
Self-Acceptance
About Today’s Show We all want things for ourselves and our lives: more confidence, more love, more connection. But we can’t get to more if we don’t begin by accepting exactly where we are in the present, flaws and all. Join us on this episode as we unpack these questions: 1. What does it mean to accept yourself? 2. What are the practical benefits of self-acceptance? 3. How can you develop greater self-acceptance? Watch this ep on YouTube — – Connect with us – Join the pr
Sep 2, 2021 · 1 hr 1 min
Coming Out Later in Life
About Today’s Show Not all of us had the luxury of being able to come out at a young age and enjoyed the benefits of long fought for rights. There are many men around the world who still have to live in the closet due to fear of safety and many other reasons. Today Calan Breckon hosts an open discussion with 3 amazing men who all came out later in life. Each one of them has a unique experience to offer through their own coming-out story. You can come out at 40, 50, 60, at any age really, a
Aug 26, 2021 · 52 min
People Pleasing
About Today’s Show What is ‘people pleasing’ and how is it different from simply wanting to be nice to others? In this episode, we’re diving into this very common pattern that tends to have a unique flavour for gay men. We’ll answer questions such as: – how has people pleasing impacted your life? – why do gay men start people pleasing in the first place? – how can you start to overcome people pleasing? Psychology Today Reference Watch this ep on YouTube — – Connect with u
Aug 19, 2021 · 1 hr 4 min
Non-Monogamous Relationships
About Today’s Show There is a cultural shift occurring where more people are questioning whether traditional monogamy is right for them. In this episode, Michael has a candid and informative conversation with professional life & sex coach, Craig Cassey about alternative relationship structures. From monogamy to polyamory and everything in between, this illuminating episode answers questions such as What are different relationship structures and what do they look like? How do you know what’s rig
Aug 12, 2021 · 54 min
Finding Your Inner Circle
CLICK HERE FOR THE LIVE INFO SESSION DETAILS! About Today’s Show Your inner circle are the people who you can count on to ride life's highs and support you through the lows. They can help us foster greater trust, intimacy, and vulnerability. On today's episode, we're sharing who is in our inner circle, why they are important, and what you can do to find and connect with these people in your own life. Watch this ep on YouTube Give us a Review! Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Member
Aug 5, 2021 · 1 hr 3 min
Sexual Consent with Court Vox
Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community! About Today’s Show In this episode, Matt speaks with Sex and Intimacy Consultant Court Vox about sexual consent. The term “consent” is becoming a lot more common in the gay community as men learn to honour and value their need for safety within their sexual and intimate relationships. Come spend an hour with Matt and Court as they unpack the following questions: -What is consent? -Implied consent vs actual consent? -Wh
Jul 29, 2021 · 52 min
Inside Out
About Today’s Show We tend to rely on external things in our lives to make us feel good, but the truth is that our power is actually within us at all times. In this episode, we're going deep within to understand how things like internal conditioning and beliefs impact our experience of the world around us. We'll also speak about the difference between external validation vs. intrinsic self-worth and how to find greater alignment with your true self. Watch this ep on YouTube Give us a Review! ---
Jul 22, 2021 · 50 min
Exploring the Feminine with Chris Oh!
About Today’s Show Life likes to box us in a lot of the time. If you don’t fit into a nice and tidy box with a bow on the top then how are people suppose to judge you accordingly? Androgyny, Boylesque, drag queens, non-binary, it can all be a grey zone at times. In today’s episode, Calan and special guest Christopher Olwage a.k.a. “Chris Oh!” have a dynamic conversation about exploring the feminine as well as all aspects of ourselves through self-expression. The former Mr. Gay World 2013 has an
Jul 15, 2021 · 1 hr 26 min
Internalized Racism
About Today’s Show Welcome to a special takeover episode of GMGD, with special guests Reno, Starron, Mike, and Andre. Today’s episode is a deep, potentially heavy, important, introductory, and ongoing conversation around the topic of internalized racism. We are not experts in the topic, nor do we represent the perspectives of all BIPOC people. In this episode, we speak on our own personal experiences with internalized racism, while briefly touching on some of the definitions, and sharing how we’
Jul 8, 2021 · 57 min
Loneliness & Belonging
About Today’s Show Going through life as a gay man can be alienating. In fact, some say that loneliness is the new gay epidemic. Despite widespread progress in legal and social acceptance of homosexuality, studies show that gay men are disproportionately affected by loneliness. In today’s episode, Michael and special guest Phil McAuliffe a.k.a. “The Loneliness Guy” have a candid discussion about normalizing loneliness and how we can seek a greater sense of belonging. Connect with Phil Watch this
Jul 1, 2021 · 48 min
Internalized Homophobia
About Today’s Show What is internalized homophobia? How does it show up in your life? What can you do to address it? In this episode, we’re going deeper within as we unpack internalized homophobia. We’ll share our own experiences as well as some tips that will inspire you to look within to heal the aspects of yourself that may be harbouring these negative beliefs. Watch this ep on YouTube --- - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Instagram | YouTube | Twitter GayMenGoingDeeper.
Jun 24, 2021 · 1 hr 18 min
Demisexuality
About Today’s Show In this episode, Matt explores the topic of Demisexuality with fellow brothers Carlos, Ron and Andre. All 4 men identify as demisexual and they candidly break down what it’s like to be demisexual in the gay community and the benefits and challenges of honouring this truth. Here are some of the questions explored in the episode: -What does it mean to be demisexual? -In what ways do you find it difficult to fit into the gay community being demisexual? -How has it been communicat
Jun 17, 2021 · 59 min
Celebrating Our Gayness
About Today’s Show On this episode honouring Pride Month, we’re celebrating what it means to be gay. We speak out about the challenges we've faced and the valuable life lessons they have provided us. Pride has a unique meaning for everyone and this episode is about celebrating who you are in a way that feels authentic to you. Watch this ep on YouTube --- - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Instagram | YouTube | Twitter GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Me
Jun 10, 2021 · 55 min
Interview with Brita Filter from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 12
About Today’s Show On today’s episode, Calan has a sit down with RuPaul’s Drag Race season 12 contestant Brita Filter (aka Jesse Havea) to talk about mental health and the experience of being on a show like RPDR. Jesse was very open, honest and candid with Calan as he shared his journey with depression, toxic social media, alcoholism, being painted as “the villain” on his season of RPDR, hitting rock bottom and attempting suicide. He also shared how he’s now on a healing journey, recovering, re-