scott pralinsky

Happy Endings at Shameless Acres

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Are you a gay man 55+ navigating the next unknown chapter of your life? Happy Endings at Shameless Acres is your new go-to podcast. We dive into the real conversations that matter – life stories, interviews, advice, the highs, the lows, and the unexpected challenges and joys of this stage of life. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and a reminder that your story is valuable and your happy ending is just beginning.

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scott pralinsky

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Health is Wealth: Insights on Health, Relationships, and Self-Care 08.07.2026 45:55

Join us as we explore meaningful conversations from a community of seniors sharing their journeys through health, aging, relationships, and self-discovery. This episode offers diverse perspectives on maintaining vitality, building community, and embracing life's evolving chapters. Key topics covered: The importance of community and social connection in later life Personal health journeys: man...

Happy Hour: How Y'All Doin'? 12.06.2026 56:31

HEASA Happy Hour is a recorded conversation series for gay men 55 and better — real talk about aging, health, connection, and what Jane Fonda calls the "third act." HEASA stands for Happy Endings at Shameless Acres, and that tells you everything about the spirit of the show: honest, irreverent, and warm. Every other week, hosts Colin Brownlee and Scott Pralinsky gather 20+ men on a live...

No Fixed Address: 8 years of Life as World Slowmads 25.07.2025 45:54

In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Colin from HEASA chats with Brent and Michael of "Brent and Michael Are Going Places" about their unconventional life as “slowmads”. From leaving the U.S. after the 2016 election to discovering unexpected joy in global living, they reflect on travel, aging, partnership, privilege, and the difference between aspiration and authenticity. With wa...

Introduction to Scott's Journey 01.07.2025 53:42

Colin sits down with long-time friend Scott to unravel the intricate tapestry of his life. From enlisting in the military as a closeted gay man to facing the grim realities of an AIDS crisis in a Romanian orphanage, Scott's early experiences shaped a deep commitment to social service. Learn how his family's influence and personal encounters with bullying ignited a passion for helping tho...

Shameless Beginnings 24.06.2025 59:05

Happy Endings at Shameless Acres kicks off with an inspiring and deeply personal conversation between Scott Pralinsky and Colin Brownlee, founder of Happy Endings at Shameless Acres (HEASA) . In this premiere episode, Colin reflects on a life that defied convention — from his turbulent youth and struggles with addiction to his journey through the AIDS crisis, spiritual transformation, and eventual...

The Beginning of Something Shamelessly Beautiful 23.06.2025 33:10

In this powerful and heartfelt introductory episode, hosts Scott Pralinsky and Colin Brownlee launch Happy Endings at Shameless Acres (HEASA) — a visionary community for gay men 55 and older seeking connection, purpose, and a bit of fun. Colin shares the origin story of HEASA, born from a beachside epiphany over 20 years ago, and explores how this dream has grown into a nonprofit movement for vibr...