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I'm a life coach who came out later in life as gay. Join me as I talk with others who’ve made this LGBTQ+ coming out journey later in their lives to become who they really are.Reach out to me for a complimentary coaching consultation if you have challenges in your life you'd like to explore.https://calendly.com/davidcotton/complimentary-coaching-consultation-zoom-phone David Cottonhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.comhttps://www.OutLateWithDavid.com
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- 2 days ago41 min
David Anderson | Faith, Family, and Finally Choosing Himself
After spending more than three decades trying to suppress his sexuality, David Anderson reached a point where he could no longer ignore who he truly was. Raised in a conservative Southern Baptist environment, he prayed for years that being gay would simply disappear while building what appeared to be the perfect life—a 35-year marriage, four children, ministry, and a successful career. In this deeply honest conversation, David shares the emotional cost of living behind a mask, the difficult decision to come out at 57, navigating a collaborative divorce, rebuilding relationships with his children, and discovering unexpected joy after embracing his authentic self. He also reflects on faith, family, finding love with his husband Peter, and why authenticity transformed every area of his life. This episode is a powerful reminder that while coming out later in life is never easy, it’s never too late to live honestly—and to find happiness you never thought possible.Takeaways1. Authenticity is worth the risk. After decades of trying to suppress who he was through faith, counseling, and sheer determination, David discovered that the freedom of living authentically transformed every area of his life—not just his relationships, but his confidence, career, and sense of self. 2. Coming out later in life affects the whole family—but healing is possible. David speaks candidly about navigating a collaborative divorce, supporting his former wife through the transition, rebuilding relationships with his children, and recognizing that everyone’s journey toward acceptance unfolds on its own timeline. 3. Fear is often bigger than reality. For years, David believed coming out would destroy everything he loved. While the journey wasn’t easy, he ultimately found deeper relationships, unexpected support, and a level of joy he never imagined possible. As he reflects, “All the fears… were not nearly as big as you thought.” Sound Bites“I prayed harder to not be gay than I’ve ever prayed for anything else.”“I spent years making myself smaller and smaller… until I became just a shadow of me.”“The biggest thing I gained after coming out? Me.”“All the fears were real—but they were never as big as I thought.”“I thought I was committed to marriage. Today, I’m committed to Peter.”“Everything got better. Everything."“What people loved was the person I was pretending to be.” “I didn’t choose to be gay. I chose to be myself.” “I couldn’t keep that box on the shelf anymore.”“I almost feel guilty about how happy I am.” “You’re okay. You don’t have to apologize for who you are.”Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/loV6nfT9xYs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.comhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com https://linktr.ee/davidacotton© 2026 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
- Jun 24, 202630 min
Peter Leahy | A Chance, and It Worked: The Journey to Authentic Happiness
In this episode of Out Late With David, David sits down with author Peter Leahy to discuss his remarkable journey of coming out at age 44 after 20 years of marriage, raising two children, and living a life that looked successful on the outside but felt deeply unfulfilled within.Peter shares how years of self-loathing, fear, and hiding his true identity gave way to courage, community, and ultimately authentic happiness. From finding support through Gay Fathers of Atlanta, navigating family relationships, and building a new life, to meeting his husband and relocating to Palm Springs, Peter reflects on the risks and rewards of embracing his true self.He also shares the powerful letter he wrote to his former closeted self—a moving reminder that sometimes the bravest decision is simply taking the first step toward the life you deserve.This conversation is about far more than sexuality; it’s about hope, reinvention, self-acceptance, and the truth that it’s never too late to become the person you were meant to be. Guest: Peter Leahy, author of Glowing Up Gay. Sound Bites “Peter, you took a chance and it worked. And I’m really proud that you did it. More than that, I’m grateful that you made our life a lot better.” “I was lying every single day—to other people, to people I loved, and most importantly, to myself.” “When I was in the closet, I wasn’t necessarily unhappy. But compared to the way I live now, I was a mile away from happiness.” “When you’re in the closet that long, you think you’re different. You think you’re damaged goods.” Peter to himself: “I love who you are now. I think you’ll love yourself even more when you come out.” Peter's Book: Glowing Up Gay https://a.co/d/0a25qOu1 Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/iuZLcVfFkCs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.comhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.comhttps://www.OutLateWithDavid.comhttps://linktr.ee/davidacotton © 2026 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
- Apr 11, 202637 min
David Willett: Outed and Coming Out After 30 Years of Marriage
What happens when the life you built no longer reflects who you truly are? In this episode of Out Late With David, host David Cotton speaks with David Willett, who spent more than three decades living what appeared to be a traditional life — married, raising three children, and building a successful corporate career. n 2009, everything changed when he was publicly outed. David shares the emotional journey that followed — from fear and uncertainty to finding support through Gay Fathers of Greater Boston, a group that helps men navigating coming out later in life. Through therapy, community, and self-reflection, David began to rediscover himself and ultimately found love again. Today he lives openly with his husband in Palm Springs and reflects on the unexpected gift that came from his journey: learning how to love himself. In this episode we discuss: Growing up in a small rural town with no LGBTQ visibilityThe pressure to live up to family and religious expectationsMarriage, fatherhood, and internal conflictBeing publicly outed by his sonNavigating difficult family conversationsThe life-changing role of support groupsRediscovering identity and emotional expressionBuilding a new chapter of life in Palm Springs Key Takeaway Finding people who understand your experience can change everything. Support groups, therapy, and community can help transform fear into self-acceptance and open the door to a more authentic life. Memorable Quote “The self-love piece was the gift I didn’t expect when I came out.” — David WillettPodcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/epn-ecZd6j0 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.comhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.comhttps://www.OutLateWithDavid.comhttps://linktr.ee/davidacotton © 2026 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
- Mar 6, 20261h 5m
David Cotton: It’s Never Too Late. My Coming Out Story on The Better Man Podcast
In this special crossover episode of Out Late With David, David shares his personal coming out story as a guest on The Better Man Podcast with Dean Pohlman, founder of ManFlow Yoga. Together, they explore what it means to choose authenticity later in life, the courage required to rewrite your story, and why it is never too late to live more honestly. If you’ve ever questioned parts of your identity, faced a major life transition, or wondered whether change is still possible, this conversation offers reflection, insight, and hope.The Better Man Podcast: https://manflowyoga.com/podcast/Man Flow Yoga: https://manflowyoga.com/Takeaways It’s never actually “too late” to come out or live authentically.Authenticity often requires courageous change.Many people carry questions about their identity for years before acting on them.You don’t have to “come out” to everyone — you can simply let people into your life.Cultural and subconscious homophobia can delay self-acceptance.Coming out impacts more than just the person doing it.Accepting yourself changes how you show up in the world.Personal growth requires effort and discomfort — much like physical training.Sound Bites “Coming out later in life isn’t about becoming someone new — it’s about finally allowing yourself to be who you’ve always been.”“Authenticity may disrupt your life for a while, but living a lie disrupts your life forever.”“It’s not about coming out to the world — it’s about letting people into your real life.”Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/o96tgoKn1QU YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.comDavid Cotton Coaching: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.comOut Late With David: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.comMy Links: https://linktr.ee/davidacotton © 2026 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
- Feb 3, 202631 min
Mark D’Agostino: I’m Not Starting Over, I’m Becoming
A retired Army officer and father comes out at 67, choosing authenticity, love, and a fuller life — as himself. In this episode of Out Late With David, Mark D’Agostino, a retired U.S. Army officer and father of three, shares his powerful coming-out story at age 67. After a 43-year marriage and a military career shaped by duty and silence, Mark chose to stop surviving and start becoming. He reflects on family, love, reinvention, and the profound relief that came with finally living authentically — not starting over, but becoming fully himself.Takeaways It’s never too late to come out.Living in alignment feels like a weight lifted.Family acceptance often exceeds our fears.Reinvention doesn’t mean erasing the past.Choosing yourself expands your world, not shrinks it.Where to find Mark: Join me on a culinary journey inspired by the flavors of Italy. In Nonnos Kitchen, roll up your sleeves and learn to make fresh pasta with confidence right in your own kitchen. This hands-on class ends with a four-course meal—appetizer, salad, pasta, and dessert—featuring the pasta you’ve created. Young chefs are welcome, so put down the screens and enjoy a fun evening of pasta-making. Find Mark on Instagram at @nonnos_kitchen01 Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/6zibRI6n1TIYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.com https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com https://linktr.ee/davidacotton © 2026 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
- Jan 9, 202638 min
Greg R. Baird: When Your Story Saves a Life
In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, LGBTQ+ civil rights advocate and global lecturer Greg R. Baird sits down with David in Palm Springs to share his journey from growing up closeted in a small Michigan town to becoming a respected educator, storyteller, and champion for allyship. Greg opens up about coming out at 31, navigating painful family rejection, and the moments that shaped his calling—including a life-changing encounter with a student who credits his story with saving her life. Together, David and Greg explore the transformative power of storytelling, finding community after coming out, and learning to live with courage, connection, and authenticity at any age. This episode offers wisdom, warmth, and hope for anyone on their journey of self-acceptance and belonging. Takeaways & Sound Bites Growing up in a small, religious town made coming out feel impossible, but college provided Greg the first space where he could blossom and explore who he truly was. Early advocacy began unintentionally, as Greg and his first boyfriend spoke to college classes about being gay—long before he saw himself as an activist. Family responses to coming out were painful and complicated, but over time, Greg found peace through patience, education, and accepting what could not be changed. Parents’ understanding is shaped by what they know, and sometimes by those influencing them; change, when it comes, can be slow and surprising. You can’t change your parents—only yourself. Greg emphasizes honoring your truth, your energy, and your value, regardless of others’ acceptance. Storytelling is a transformative tool that can change hearts, minds, and even policy by revealing the humanity behind the issues. A life-changing moment with a suicidal student affirmed Greg’s calling to become a global lecturer—proof that sharing your story can save lives. Coming out may not happen overnight, and each person must move at their own pace and readiness. There is no “right” timeline. Finding community after coming out takes intention, whether through shared activities, meetups, support groups, hobbies, or interest-based circles. Real connection requires stepping beyond apps and screens, leaning into face-to-face interactions that build genuine friendships. Introverts, extroverts, and everyone in between can find their place—community can look like wine groups, sports leagues, sober spaces, Disney meetups, or coffee chats. Self-acceptance is foundational; be patient with yourself and trust that your personality, confidence, and comfort in community will grow over time. We need connection now more than ever, especially in a challenging social climate—putting yourself out there, even gently, opens emotional doors you never expected. Letting people in, rather than “coming out,” can be a more compassionate and empowering way to frame revealing your authentic self. You are not alone, and hearing stories like Greg’s or those on Out Late With David can provide life-saving hope, community, and belonging. Greg R. Baird: https://linktr.ee/gregrbaird and www.GregRBaird.com. Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/eEBC-_5dYY8 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg CertifiedProfessional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.com <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazY4U004NGpVT3Q1SGVhYmxZSUs2a0txdFRHUXxBQ3Jtc0ttOE51VU9CeXRxY3htejdQTHpPbWFYdGkyd2o1dklsZUxYTnhtWUd1T010T2RWSU1famo4a0ctdjdyZldYWUtZcTNRemMzT1hrd2t4OWdyRURBRmxGTlA1ZmNzVXl3Sjd2LVZRUnQ0dGhMNGdoenp3Zw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.DavidCottonCoachin
- Nov 30, 202541 min
Charlie Vollmar - From Outed to Reborn: Chef Charlie’s New Chapter
SummaryIn this powerful follow-up conversation, David talks with Chef Charlie Vollmar on his return to Out Late With David to share how his life has transformed since his first interview 18 months ago. Speaking from Palm Springs, Charlie updates listeners on his reinvention in San Miguel de Allende—rebuilding his life after being outed, creating a new chosen family, relaunching his culinary school, and deepening his work in cultural exchange and philanthropy. With his signature radical vulnerability, he reflects on personal growth, identity, male connection, creativity, and purpose, all while offering honest guidance for others navigating late-in-life coming out journeys. This uplifting episode highlights resilience, authenticity, and the joy of discovering life on the other side of trauma. Keywords#ComingOutLater #GayMen #LGBTQStories #AuthenticLiving #ChosenFamily #ChefCharlieVollmar #SanMiguelDeAllende #PalmSpringsLGBTQ #CulinaryJourneys #GayExpatLife #Self-discovery #AuthenticityTakeaways• Reinvention at any age is possible.• Authenticity transforms everything.• Mexico sparked Charlie’s creative and personal rebirth.• Chosen family brings deep healing and joy.• Radical vulnerability can save lives—your own and others’.• Letting go is often the first step to moving forward.• There is hope and purpose on the other side of trauma.• Male connection—emotional, social, spiritual—can be profoundly healing.Sound Bites1. “I didn’t just come out—I became someone I never knew I was allowed to be.”2. “Mexico didn’t just give me a new home. It gave me a new mind, a new heart, and a new life.”3. “Radical vulnerability wasn’t a choice—it was the door that saved me.”4. “At 60, I thought my story was over. It turns out it was only just beginning.”5. “I left with two carry-ons, a red backpack, a laptop, and a cup of coffee—and rebuilt everything from nothing.”6. “My chosen family filled a space in my heart I didn’t even know was empty.”7. “I wake up every day now with one thought: I can’t wait to see who I become today.”8. “Authenticity isn’t a destination—it changes every hour with the people you meet and the life you live.”9. “There is so much life waiting for us on the other side of trauma. Hold on. There’s always another side.”10. “Teaching isn’t my job—it’s my purpose. It’s the gift I get to give away every day.”The Classic Cocktail Anthony Bourdain Called The 'Perfect Mixed Drink': https://www.tastingtable.com/1360085/classic-cocktail-anthony-bourdain-perfect-drink-negroni/Boeuf Bourguignon | The French Chef Season 7 | Julia Child: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uruT8FPpeKcConnecting with Chef CharlieChef Charles VollmarEpicurean Exchange Culinary EducationAparicio 25, #5, Zona CentroSan Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, MéxicoWhatsApp: +1 925-369-4181Email: charlie@epicureanexchange.comWebsites:Education: www.epicureanexchange.comTravel: www.epexculinarytravel.comBlog: www.epicureanglobalexchange.comSocial media:Facebook:Charles VollmarEpicurean Exchange Culinary TravelThreads: @charlesvollmarInstagram: @charlesvollmar & @epexculinarytravelBluesky: @carlitosv.bsky.socialJanuary Cover of GoNaked Magazine 😉 https://gonakedmagazine.comPodcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/BISaHg0YRQs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.com<br
- Oct 1, 202537 min
Kevin O'Connor - out at 55 after two marriages
Summary Kevin O'Connor shares his profound journey of self-discovery, coming out at 55 after two marriages and raising children. He reflects on his childhood experiences, the struggles of acceptance, and the complexities of navigating relationships. Through candid discussions, he reveals the challenges of living authentically and the joy of finding love with his husband after years of hiding his true self. Kevin emphasizes the importance of embracing one's identity and the lessons learned throughout his life. Keywords coming out, LGBTQ, self-acceptance, relationships, marriage, personal journey, authenticity, love, family, memoir Takeaways Kevin came out at 55 after two marriages.He struggled with acceptance from a young age.His childhood experiences shaped his understanding of identity.Navigating relationships was complex due to his hidden sexuality.He found love with his husband after years of self-discovery.Kevin emphasizes the importance of authenticity in life.He reflects on the challenges of being a gay educator.His journey highlights the significance of family support.Kevin's story serves as an inspiration for others in similar situations.He believes in the power of sharing one's story to help others.Chapters 00:00 Kevin O'Connor's Journey of Self-Discovery02:56 Navigating Early Life and Identity05:34 College Experiences and Hidden Truths08:02 Marriage and the Struggle with Identity10:19 The Complexity of Relationships11:29 Fatherhood and Compartmentalization14:11 The Breaking Point of Authenticity20:41 Embracing Authenticity: The Journey of Coming Out24:11 Finding Love: The Role of Timing and Connection29:40 Family Dynamics: Coming Out to Loved Ones32:46 Reflections on Life: Lessons Learned and Moving Forward37:05 Closing Book Recommendation: Journey Out: Memoirs of men coming to grips with their orientation, by Gene Probascohttps://a.co/d/b2y78BtPodcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/IYLGA_lLYGs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.comhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com https://www.OutLateWithDavid.comhttps://linktr.ee/davidacotton © 2025 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
About Out Late With David
I'm a life coach who came out later in life as gay. Join me as I talk with others who’ve made this LGBTQ+ coming out journey later in their lives to become who they really are.Reach out to me for a complimentary coaching consultation if you have challenges in your life you'd like to explore.https://calendly.com/davidcotton/complimentary-coaching-consultation-zoom-phone David Cottonhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.comhttps://www.OutLateWithDavid.com
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