Divine Whining

This week, I'm joined by my first-ever repeat guest, my bestie and co-hostess with the mostess: Andrew Gouveia. We take a deep dive into the unhealthy relationship women and queer men have with body image, the pressure social media puts on appearance, dating icks and, of course, a healthy dose of TV talk. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen on: Apple Pod...

What happens when you mix Britney, glitter cannons and infectious laughter? Brett Owen. This week, Brett pops on by the pod to chat about their non-binary identity, alter-egos, empowerment through sex work, and how their fierce love and admiration for all things Britney Spears shaped them into the most authentic and unapologetic version of themself. Don't call them crazy - they really don't care....

This week - on an episode that hits particularly close to home - I'm joined by Alessia Scauzillo, owner and founder of A Sculpt Body. She shares how she left the security of her finance job, scaled a hugely successful online fitness community, walked away from a 12-year relationship, survived her first post-marriage boyfriend, and what life looks like when you truly start choosing yourself. Mindfu...

This week on the pod, I'm joined by my former Barry's Bootcamp colleague (and good booty Judy) Cameron Francis. We talk fitness, body image pressure, owning your sexual prowess, and - of course - our questionable addiction to reality TV (+ a whole lot of other moderately unhinged chatter) Full of laughs, sass, and a whole lot of a$$; it's no surprise Toronto can't get enough of Cam......just don't...

From walking the runways of Milan as a teen to opening multiple businesses in the fashion and restaurant industry, Cameron Alastaire is more than just a pretty face (though please get his good side.) We chat about the pressures of the male modeling industry, scaling your business and being a self-proclaimed "lucky boy"; all from the couch of his newest luxury vintage men's store. Mindfully Gay Pod...

This week, I'm joined by the guest we've all been waiting for: Jeff Brown. Supporter of the arts, master of the Irish exit and pretty much the low-key funniest person I know, Jeff and I discuss everything from his long-time love affair of drag to career leaps, SoulCycle memories and cooking shows. There's a reason Jeff has been discussed on this podcast so many times.......if you don't know him -...

Fresh off his win from the One Shot Hair Awards, I sit down with Aveda master colorist, stylist and educator, Gabo Hernandez. We chat about family, fostering human connection, asking for help and how his salon, Gabo On Queen, has become THE hair destination of Toronto - in under a year. Kindness is king….but it never hurts to have gorgeous tresses for the crown. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick...

On this weeks episode, I'm joined by my music theatre bestie and powerhouse entrepreneur, Raechele Lovell. Rae and I chat about breaking trauma cycles, racial injustices, spill the tea on theatre school and how she owned her blackness to help create space and elevate other POC artists through her performing arts company, Diverse Works. New episode loading in 5,6,7,8....Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted...

This week, I’m joined by one of Toronto’s finest body workers, Kaitlin Turner from For Health’s Sake (whom I fondly refer to as “The Intuitive Physio”) We chat spiritual discovery, redefining her career purpose, pelvic health and most importantly, the reason why you should always heal your body from the inside first. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen o...

This week, on the pod, I'm joined by the baddest babe in nutrition & fitness femme fatale, Michelle of The Michelle Method (and that's trademarked, ya'll!) We chat about our shared experiences in the fitness industry, answer your burning nutrition/wellness questions and hone in on the importance of being authentic in your brand, your relationships and to yourself. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted b...

This week, on the pod, it's all about the vulva and removing the stigma around how we view our reproductive bits (Penis owners, this is for you too!)Dr. Lesley Hawkins MD -Obstetrician and gynaecologist - takes your questions, myth-busts gyne health and shares her own balancing act of being a mom, surgeon & couch nap enthusiast (who rarely misses a workout.)Just go ahead and call her superwoma...

This week, on the pod, I’m joined by my travel wifey for lifey, Andrew Gouveia (and we unpack more than the 5+ suitcases we regularly bring on a four day trip) Andrew and I chat about his rise in the PR world, his booming Amazon career, the importance of therapy, and, of course, some good ol’ celebrity goss. Grab yourself some San Pellegrino and sip a while - this episode just got extra “cute”.Min...

It's really no secret all the best things start with "D". This week, I'm joined by one of Canada's most celebrated and known Drag queens, Devine Darlin. We talk about life outside of drag, reality TV, the Barbie movie and, most importantly, finding the power to be your truest, most unapologetic self. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen on: Apple Podcasts...

This week, I'm joined by the Abbess of the Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Sister Prudence Pride of Perfection. Who are the Sisters, exactly? Simply put, a global Order of queer and trans drag nuns fighting for human rights, uplifting their communities and fundraising for AIDS drug assistance, amongst many other 2SLGBTQIA+ causes. Pru and I deep dive (& get opinionated ) about "child...

When Arturo said "I'm an open book" - he wasn't lying. From Daddy discoveries (courtesy of ancestory.com) to being THE daddy in an open relationship, we take a deep dive into Arturo's incredibly inspiring (& wild) journey through life navigating addiction, the AIDS epidemic and rediscovering his identity, in his sobriety. Bust out the tissues...this episode will hit you right in the feels. Min...

The wine may be chilled but the tea is scalding. This week, I chat with my (former) Soul Sister, Madigan Mayberry about our VPR love affair, leaving NYC for her career glow up & the real tea behind our time teaching at SoulCycle...all from the floor of her brand new LA digs. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Sh...

They say absence makes the heart grow fonder - we say absence shows you who your real friends are. On this episode, I chat with Dylan Pritchard (Sanders) about our decade-long friendship, RPDR All Stars, queer expectations and his domination of the nail industry.....with a dose of thread thoughts for good measure. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen on:...

How does collecting dolls lead to working with celebrities? On this special extended episode, I sit down with Lanie Labens to talk about how her doll dreams led to creating a company, living in LA and traveling the world with Hollywood's elite. Don't let her pink Juicy suit fool you....this girl is anything but basic. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen...

The Kween of Allure, Kirsten Craig, joins me to chat everything from body health & life-changing career moves to Vanderpump Rules and deep eye contact at Trader Joe's. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

It's pride month and we're kicking off the FIRST EVER episode of Divine Whining with my glorious loud and proud best frand, Bradley Sanders. We talk drag, sobriety, growing up Gay in South Carolina, massive career shifts, Selling Sunset & everything in-between. Mindfully Gay PodcastHosted by Nick Walton, John Cottrell, and Jerry BuieListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.