Questions from the Closet
Religion & Spirituality Podcas
Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty discuss questions they are commonly asked as gay members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Each week they are joined by a guest to talk about a question as it relates to LGBTQ+ topics within the context of faith. To submit a question or share a comment about an episode, you can email questionsfromthecloset@gmail.com.
Location:
United States
Description:
Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty discuss questions they are commonly asked as gay members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Each week they are joined by a guest to talk about a question as it relates to LGBTQ+ topics within the context of faith. To submit a question or share a comment about an episode, you can email questionsfromthecloset@gmail.com.
Language:
English
Contact:
4172342857
Episodes
Season 6 Wrapped
3/19/2024
Season 6 has come to a close! Ben and Charlie are joined by Sound Guy Mike to talk about the highlights from the season, including another AI written segment! Things are getting shaken up for Season 7 - keep an eye on our instagram for more.
Duration:00:33:42
How Do I Work Through Past Statements From Church Leaders?
3/12/2024
Ben and Charlie are joined by historian Barbara Jones Brown to discuss how they work through difficult things that past church leaders have said.
Duration:01:07:54
What If I Feel Stuck?
3/5/2024
Ben and Charlie are joined again by Kade Cope to discuss how they deal with moving forward when they have felt stuck.
Duration:00:43:05
What If I Feel Stuck?
3/5/2024
Ben and Charlie are joined again by Kade Cope to discuss how they deal with moving forward when they have felt stuck.
Duration:00:43:05
How Do I Balance the 2 Great Commandments
2/27/2024
Ben and Charlie are joined by Kade Cope to discuss how we can balance loving God and loving our neighbors.
Duration:00:50:05
How Do I See Myself In the Scriptures?
2/14/2024
In this episode Charlie and Ben share some of their recent insights while reading through the Book of Mormon. They share things they learned and how they have related it to their lives
Duration:00:52:12
How Can I Share My Story?
2/6/2024
In this episode Ben and Charlie share some guidelines that have helped them when sharing their story with others.
Duration:00:30:52
How Can I Be Supportive as a Leader?
1/30/2024
Ben and Charlie are joined by Rick Sorensen to discuss his experiences as a church leader and how you can support LGBTQ members.
Duration:00:56:03
What's it Like When a Kid Comes Out?
1/23/2024
In this episode Ben and Charlie are joined by Luke and Tiffany Sorensen to discuss their experiences as a son and mother when coming out.
Duration:00:59:32
What Are Gatherings?
12/19/2023
Ben and Charlie are joined by Clare Dalton to discuss the importance of gathering together, and how you can start your own gathering.
Duration:00:48:37
What is Consent, and How can it Help Protect Against S.A.?
12/12/2023
In this episode Ben and Charlie are joined by Abigail Morrison to discuss what consent looks like and some helpful tips that can help to keep you safe.
Duration:01:12:38
What If a Loved One Insists I Leave the Church?
12/5/2023
Ben and Charlie are joined by Troy Williams of Equality Utah to discuss how to handle relationship dynamics when a love one decides to leave the church.
Duration:01:03:01
How Come All the Allies are Middle Aged Moms?
11/28/2023
In this episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Cynthia Winward to talk about middle aged moms and why they make such great LGTBQ allies.
Duration:00:54:32
Bonus: Hot Takes on Thanksgiving
11/21/2023
In this bonus episode Ben, Charlie, and Sound Guy Mike talk about their hot takes on Thanksgiving.
Duration:00:15:54
What are you Scared to Ask a Transgender Person?
11/14/2023
In this Episode Ben and Charlie are joined by Michael Soto to talk about some of the questions often asked about what it's like to be transgender.
Content Advisory: This episode contains medical terms referring to genitalia and gender reassignment surgeries
Duration:01:19:50
What If Staying Single Doesn't Feel Right Anymore?
11/7/2023
In this episode, Ben and Charlie sit down to discuss life changes for Ben.
Duration:01:26:58
How Do I Foster a More Secure Relationship With God?
10/31/2023
Ben and Charlie are joined by Tami Combs to discuss attachment theory, and how that can apply to your relationship with God.
Duration:01:00:52
What If I Feel Like a Failure?
10/24/2023
In this episode Charlie and Ben are joined by Joey Shephard (they/them) to discuss where feelings of failure can come from and how to deal with them.
Duration:00:53:12
How Do I Explain the Church's Stance on Homosexuality?
10/17/2023
In this episode Ben and Charlie are joined by Kimberly Teitter to discuss how they explain the church's stance on homosexuality with others.
Duration:00:54:13
Do You Ever Feel Conflicted Paying Tithing?
10/10/2023
In this episode, Charlie and Ben discuss how paying tithing can be a conflicting experience for LGBTQ individuals.
Duration:00:35:47