In this episode, I sit down with queer mystic and spiritual powerhouse Juno Lux Epifanio (they/he), Founder and Executive Director of The Haus of H—a nonprofit spiritual center reimagining what queer belonging can truly look like.

With a master’s degree in social work, a deep command of mystical and esoteric traditions, and a devotion to uplifting our community, Juno has created an ecosystem of care for queer people unlike anything that has existed before. Their work positions queer liberation as both a social and spiritual movement, using immersive retreats and creative experiences to fuel The Haus of H’s mission of building systems of care that honor LGBTQ+ lives across generations.

Think the heart of a social worker, the fire of an activist, and the soul of a mystic—Juno’s leadership is living ritual.

We drop straight into what real, grounded support for the GBTQ+ community looks like, why reclaiming our personal narratives is a radical act of liberation, and how presence and mindfulness can change the way we move through sex, identity, and community.

We also dive into our upcoming retreat, Fruits of Freedom, and the intention behind creating a space where queer men can finally breathe, open, heal, and celebrate themselves without apology.

From May 1–4, 2026, Juno and I will be co-facilitating this sacred retreat in Smithfield, Utah, alongside Dillon Diaz, Leo Rising, Kai Franco, and Simón Malvaez. Together, we’re crafting a deeply held, deeply queer container for GBTQ+ people to rediscover their sexual selves with freedom, hope, and unapologetic empowerment.

Learn more and reserve your spot: https://givebutter.com/fruitsoffreedom

Or schedule a vibe check with Juno to explore if this retreat is right for you!

And one more thing—if you feel the pull to join us for both my Hawaii SHAMELESS retreat and the Fruits of Freedom retreat, we’ve got something special for you. You can lock in a discounted price when you register for both experiences together. All the details are at the link—go take a look and see if this is your moment to go all-in on your growth, your healing, and your freedom.

To learn more about Juno, explore their social media via Instagram and TikTok. And watch and listen to their podcast!

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Recently, I had the chance to sit down with my personal “Substack Oprah”—Aidan Wharton—the very gay and very brilliant author behind Gay Buffet, one of Substack’s leading hubs for gay wisdom, life, and culture.

Aidan, a modern-day homosexual Carrie Bradshaw, has been a huge inspiration to me since I first started on this platform. We’ve interacted almost daily (or at least weekly) for months now, and it was well overdue for us to finally sit down—coffee in hand, Zoom open—and have a real, heart-to-heart conversation.

In this episode, we talk about:

* how Aidan got started with his grounding publication

* why connection is so important

* the intention behind Gay Buffet

* the weirdness of being a social media persona with real-life friends

* reframing challenges into opportunities for gratitude

* his beautiful wedding

* his daily check-in ritual with his husband

* and, of course, the excitement around open relationships and gay sex

Watch or listen to our conversation—and make sure to subscribe to Aidan’s phenomenal Substack here!

You can also find him on Instagram.

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In this powerful conversation, I sit down with adult entertainer, retreat facilitator, and my dear friend Dillon Diaz to explore the intersections of sexuality, shame, and self-discovery.

Dillon opens up about his journey from introvert to performer, the liberation he found in adult work, and how courage, energy, and presence shape his life today.

We dive into:

* How retreats, tantra, and workshops mirror our own growth

* The liberation that comes with sexual authenticity and owning your story

* Navigating body image, aging, and shame in a sex-driven culture

* The balance between persona and self, performance and presence

* Why sexiness isn’t a look — it’s an energy

If you’ve ever struggled with shame, body image, or owning your sexual energy, this episode will hit home.

And to learn more about the May 2026 retreat we’ll be co-facilitating, check it out here!

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