Everything & Anything...and a bit gay Podcast

Zach sits down with Thais Gibson, founder of the Personal Development School, to explore why our childhood wounds quietly run our adult relationships — and what we can actually do about it. Thais breaks down the science of attachment styles, explains the difference between love and emotional obsession (limerence), reveals why people cheat (it's not what you think), and shares a powerful subconscio...

Episode: Psychic Orion — Remote Viewing, Mediumship & What's Coming Psychic Orion is an evidence-based medium and intuitive teacher who trained at the Oak Bridge Institute under Michael Mayo and with TikTok-based psychic John Crawley (handle: @joncrawley). He offers a 10-week intuitive development course with one-on-one sessions, free Sunday live readings at ~3pm PT, and discounted one-on-one read...

Check out Alex's stories on Queerty: https://www.queerty.com/author/alex-reimer/ Grindr takes D.C.: The gayest party in Tr*mp’s Washington was also the strangest:  https://www.queerty.com/grindr-takes-d-c-the-gayest-party-in-trmps-washington-was-also-the-strangest-20260428/ Sniffies users are not OK after learning their glory hole was just infiltrated:  https://www.queerty.com/users-are-not-ok-aft...

Bears, twinks, circuit queens, drag queens, fashion gays, gym gays — the gay community contains multitudes. In episode 5 of The Gay Bit, Zach explores the many personalities within the LGBTQ+ world and asks a bigger question: how much of our identity is authentically ours, and how much is performance? Drawing on his own journey from South Beach club kid to 53-year-old podcaster, Zach reflects on h...

Jennifer Norman — founder of the Human Beauty Movement and host of the Human Beauty Movement Podcast — joins Zach for one of the most emotionally raw and beautiful conversations Everything & Anything has ever had.   Jennifer was abandoned in Seoul, South Korea as an infant, adopted by a white family on Long Island, and spent years in the beauty industry trying to outrun a deep sense of not belongi...

This week I went digging through old boxes and found a stack of CDs I haven't touched in years — and it sent me down a full nostalgia spiral. From Two Live Crew to Dolly Parton, Duran Duran to Alanis Morissette, I talk about how music is basically a time machine for your memories.\ Then I sit down with LA-based musician Robbie Gennet — a seriously talented artist who has performed at Graceland and...

In this episode of Everything & Anything…and a Bit Gay, Zach sits down with Kurtlan (he/him), Director at BAGLY — the Boston Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth — for an honest, funny, and deeply meaningful conversation.  WHAT WE COVER:  • Why Boston's LGBTQ+ community can feel cliquey and closed off — and how New England culture plays a bigger role than people realize  • The current climate for queer and tr...

Liz Entin’s journey from skeptic to believer Scientific research on reincarnation (Dr. Ian Stevenson & Dr. Jim Tucker) Evidence behind psychic mediums and consciousness Zach’s personal experiences with mediumship and past lives How beliefs about the afterlife can ease grief Are more people becoming open to these ideas? Liz’s books and podcast: WTF Just Happened Learn more about Liz and buy here bo...

Chris’s journey from biology student to aesthetic expert What inspired him to enter sexual enhancement medicine How penis filler works and who qualifies Recovery timelines and expectations What “HoleTox” is and why people are getting it Confidence, insecurity, and body image in men Differences between gay and straight client experiences The psychology of sex, relationships, and self-worth The futu...

Welcome to The Gay Bit (Ep. 4) What “toxic gay traits” really mean Friendship expectations & texting anxiety The Instagram stalking phase (we all do it) Dating delusion: falling in love on the first date Hookup culture vs real connection The “self-awareness spiral” explained Partying, regret, and growing older Different personality types in gay friend groups Cutting off friendships and setting bou...

Introduction to filmmaker Stefan and his journey From indie filmmaking to HBO Max success Behind-the-scenes of working with Kit Connor The unpredictability of audience connection The emotional power of storytelling Stefan’s personal story of loss and healing through art The incredible connection with actor and artist André Gregory The philosophy of meaning, grief, and human connection Religion, pu...

Celebrating 200 episodes of Everything and Anything… and a Bit Gay From passion project to full-time podcast career Early struggles: finding guests, building an audience, and self-doubt What 200 conversations taught Zach about: Relationships vs. readiness Confidence vs. performance Success as growth, not arrival The importance of storytelling and human connection How asking deeper questions create...

Ellie Krug’s journey of transitioning later in life The concept of “human authenticity” and why it won’t leave you alone Coming out, divorce, and rebuilding relationships with family The emotional cost—and reward—of living truthfully Ellie’s books: Getting to Ellen and Being Ellen Dating as a transgender woman and the realities of modern relationships LGBTQ+ community dynamics and allyship The ris...

What “unconditional love” actually means and why most people misunderstand it Why love ≠ relationships (and how that belief keeps you stuck) The truth about soulmates (and why you can have more than one) How past relationships and emotional wounds block you from finding love Why self-love is the foundation for any healthy relationship The real reason some people can’t find the “right person” Patte...

Guest: Kathy McDaniel Topic: Near-death experience (NDE), spirituality, life after death Key Themes: Consciousness, heaven vs. hell, purpose, healing, trauma Buy Kathy's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Misfit-Hell-Heaven-Expat-Near-Death/dp/1952146089 🔑 Key Moments: Kathy collapses and is rushed to the hospital with ARDS Placed in a coma and enters a terrifying alternate reality Experiences what she...

Show Notes Introduction to “The Gay Bit” segment The generational divide: older gays vs. younger gays Growing up gay before apps, social media, and widespread acceptance Life during the AIDS crisis and its lasting impact How dating, relationships, and community-building have changed Social media, comparison culture, and identity pressures today Are younger gays less connected—or just different? Ju...

Episode Title: Inside Boston’s Design Scene & LGBTQ+ Culture with Marcus Hamblin Episode Summary: In this episode, Zach sits down with Marcus Hamblin, founder of Flourish & Foundry, to explore the intersection of LGBTQ+ life, interior design, and small business ownership in Boston. From growing up gay in a Mormon household to building a purpose-driven brand, Marcus shares powerful insights on iden...

Episode Summary: Zach speaks with Jake Hylton, founding Executive Director of Lookout News, an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to telling LGBTQ+ stories through an accountability lens. What started as a small Substack has grown into a statewide—and soon regional—news operation amplifying voices that are often ignored. Key Moments: The origin story of Lookout News and its rapid growth How...

Learn more about Hearth Math: https://www.heartmath.com/ Zach sits down with Deborah Rozman to explore the science of stress and emotional regulation through HeartMath’s groundbreaking research. They discuss how heart rate variability reflects emotional states, why stress is more damaging than we realize, and how simple techniques can help reset the nervous system, improve sleep, and increase ment...

Show Notes Zach welcomes viral political commentator Eumie How Eumie built a massive social media following in months Growing up in rural Appalachia vs. becoming a progressive voice The intersection of entertainment and political messaging Why short-form content is shaping modern political discourse The impact of social media algorithms on ideology Eumie’s firing and the backlash from online criti...

Introduction to Ed Wilson and his background in historical archives The discovery of a NASA-related lithograph and why it matters Discussion of Gemini-era space photography and alleged anomalies Claims about missing or altered NASA images The role of intelligence agencies in handling sensitive materials The idea of “sanitized” public releases Broader conversation: trust, secrecy, and government tr...

Show Notes Introduction to A Bit Gay weekly segment Zach reflects on viral clip discussing the Boston gay community A surprising night out changes everything Meeting Nick at the bar Expanding the group to 10–12 new connections Playing matchmaker and making real connections The impact of meaningful human interaction Spotlight on “Alex” and the idea of being an “old soul” Rethinking assumptions abou...

Help David become the Entrepreneur of Impact and appear in Entrepreneur Magazine. Vote for him here: https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/david-chum Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidchum.studio Check out David's website: https://www.davidchum.com/ In this episode, we cover: David’s early life as a Cambodian refugee and growing up in Massachusetts Discovering art as a surv...

Support Bree Fram: https://teambree.com/ Volunteer - Contribute - Get Involved!  Bree Fram’s early inspiration from Star Trek and how it shaped her worldview Transitioning from aerospace engineering dreams to a 23-year Air Force and Space Force career What it was like being selected for the United States Space Force Living authentically as a transgender service member The emotional and professiona...

Show Notes Introduction to Adam Mizel and the Us United movement Adam’s life before 2020 and his career in private equity The “lightning moment” after George Floyd’s death that changed everything Why Adam believes America is not as divided as we think The power of getting out of your “bubble” and connecting with others The Holiday Giving Spectacular and real stories of impact Helping families in n...