Growing Up Different: The Impact on Belonging
In this episode, we explore how growing up gay can shape your sense of belonging, relationships, and self-worth. Matt, Michael, and Reno…
Raw and real conversations
from an unapologetically gay
perspective
Gay Men Going Deeper is a provocative podcast hosted by coach Michael DiIorio, Matt Landsiedel, and a wide range of special guests.
Together, we explore confidence, relationships, identity, sexuality, and emotional wellbeing through the lens of gay men. Expect honest conversations that are thought-provoking, entertaining, and sometimes a little triggering.
New conversations released every two weeks.
Latest Episodes
When To Get Off the Apps (And When to Go Back On)
In this episode, we explore the complicated relationship many gay men have with dating apps — deleting them, returning to them, and…
Why Bad Boys Feel So Good
In this episode, we explore why ‘bad boys’ can feel so magnetic and why intensity is often mistaken for attraction. Matt, Michael,…
Why Gay Men Struggle with Intimacy
In this episode, we explore why intimacy can feel both deeply desired and incredibly frightening for many gay men. Matt and Michael…
From Validation-Seeking to Self-Trust
In this episode, we explore the journey from seeking external validation to building genuine self-trust. Matt, Michael, and Reno unpack how approval-seeking,…
When Feeling Bad Is Good For You
In this episode, Michael and Matt explore why feeling bad isn’t a flaw—it’s a skill. They unpack how sitting with difficult emotions,…
Liked by Everyone, Chosen by No One: The Nice Guy Trap
In this episode, Matt, Michael, and Reno explore why being the “nice guy” can backfire in dating and relationships. They unpack the…
How to Elevate Your Hookups
In this episode, Matt and Michael explore how hookups can go beyond casual encounters to become spaces of honesty, awareness, and real…
The Daddy Issue: Our Relationships With Our Dads
In this episode, we explore the complex and often unspoken relationships gay men have with their fathers. Matt, Michael, and Reno discuss…
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