Nate and Susie

I Tried to Be Straight

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Welcome to the I Tried to Be Straight Podcast! We both grew up in Christian culture where being gay wasn't acceptable. After years of struggling with our sexualities, we both recently came out of the closet. We're here to unpack those journeys, and learn more about the struggle of accepting your sexuality in a culture where it's not ok to be gay. We're entering into the stories of others, digging into theology, learning more about gay culture, and trying to give you a little insight into just how hard it is to try to be straight.

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Nate and Susie

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Makenna: The Girl Nate Dated 29.02.2024 43:22

While trying to form an attraction to women, Nate and Makenna were set up by leaders in their church, with not-so-great results. They reconnect 6 years later and we dig into both sides of the story for the first time.

Morgan's Coming Out Story 23.02.2024 49:38

Morgan, a good friend of Susie's, shares her coming out journey with Nate and Susie. Morgan was working for the church and leading in ministry when she realized she wasn't as straight as she thought she was.

Nate and Susie's Worst Dating Stories + Gay Dating for Dummies 15.02.2024 40:13

Nate and Susie lighten the mood this week with some of their worst early dating stories. Plus their top dating tips for anyone who is newly out.

How I Reconciled My Faith and My Sexuality: Susie's Story 08.02.2024 40:53

Susie's story of coming out as bi in her evangelical Christian community, where the church is her family. She shares the ups and downs of living in the tension of accepting herself and holding onto her faith.

The Gay, Pastor's Kid: Nate's Story 01.02.2024 1:00:35

Nate shares the story of his life as a gay, pastor's kid and shares his struggles with self-worth growing up, going to Bethel School of Ministry, working for Jesus Culture, and finally coming out as a gay Christian.

Trailer 30.01.2024 1:18

Welcome to the I Tried to Be Straight Podcast. Susie and Nate both grew up in the church and recently came out. They're here to share their stories and hear the stories of others. Join them as they dig into conversations about coming out, faith, and how they tried to be straight.