Embracing All of Me

In this bonus episode of Embracing All of Me, we go behind the scenes of a groundbreaking effort to bring digital visibility to millions of bisexual and bi+ individuals worldwide. Ross shares the journey of crafting a 29-page proposal to Unicode Technical Committee for a bisexual umbrella emoji, a culturally recognized and academically supported icon designed to close the digital representation gap. From uncovering why past proposals were rejected to navigating Unicode’s rigorous approval process, this episode dives deep into digital equity advocacy and the power of emoji as more than just cute icons.We’ll also explore:The surprising statistics behind bisexual visibility (54% of LGBTQ+ adults in the U.S.)How and why emojis matter in shaping online identity and inclusion on 27 billion devices worldwideThe historical erasure of Black and bisexual contributions in cultureWhat this emoji could mean for future generations seeking language and recognitionTune in to hear the vision, challenges, and hope behind this bold move to ensure every identity has its rightful place in our digital lives!Read the full proposal and access the media kit in the episode description.

In this episode, you’ll be gently invited into a space of stillness, self-compassion, and radical acceptance. This is not love you must chase or earn. It's not conditional or performative. This is boundless love—love that holds you exactly as you are.Let this meditation remind you:You are not late. You are not broken.You are not too much.You are here. And that is enough. This is a space to return to when you forget your own worth. Come as you are. Leave held.

Discover the remarkable journey of Steven Spencer, a bisexual bodybuilder, HIV advocate, and trailblazer for queer visibility. In this series finale, Steve opens up about growing up on an Australian cattle farm, coming out in a conservative environment, and championing self-acceptance in the face of biphobia and HIV stigma. From co-founding health initiatives to transforming his mental and physical wellness through lifting, Steve’s candid insights reveal how embracing your full identity can shatter prejudice and build authentic community. If you’ve ever felt alone on your path to self-discovery, tune in for an empowering deep dive into harnessing resilience, reclaiming your narrative, and building muscle of mind, spirit, and body! https://giveittomebi.com/https://qtopiasydney.com.au/our-team/steve-spencer/If you enjoy Embracing All of Me, please like, comment, and follow the podcast! We’d love to hear from you!

Ever wish you had a personal coach cheering you on when dating gets complicated? Meet Coach Danny Morales—a dynamic relationship mentor for gay and bisexual men. In this candid interview, Coach Danny unpacks everything from setting boundaries and navigating fear to surviving breakups and coming out on your own terms. Learn why “dating yourself first” isn’t just a cute slogan, but the key to building genuinely healthy relationships—both with partners and with yourself. If you’ve ever felt stuck or misunderstood in your love life, Coach Danny’s fresh insights on communication, self-validation, and community can help you embrace your identity and own your worth. Tune in for a conversation that just might shift your entire approach to dating and relationships. Learn more about Coach Danny at https://www.thecoachdanny.com/Are you interested in using the art of writing for personal development? Fill out the ⁠Interest Form⁠ for the upcoming book "Embracing All of Me: Identity-focused Writing & Self Discovery for Bi+ Men, so you don't miss it. Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠

A probing look at why some men stay silent about their sexuality and how discretion can be a life-saving strategy. The episode explores immigration and asylum struggles, racialized media narratives, and the pressure of masculinity that forces secrecy. It also considers relationship trust, consent, and when secrecy becomes harmful. Listeners are invited to rethink gossip and honor choices made for survival.

What happens when “I love you” is answered with a plate of perfectly sliced pears? In this tender, laugh‑out‑loud episode, Ross sits down with Chinese‑Canadian spoken‑word powerhouse Anto Chan to trace the messy alchemy that turns generational pain into punchlines.Together they unpack:​Ancestral wounds, intergenerational trauma, and the model‑minority cage​Queerness, masculinity, and why love languages can feel like different dialects​Art as a mentor—how Anto’s poems run five years ahead of his healed perspective​Transforming grief into stand‑up comedy without erasing the ache​The radical courage of saying “I love you” first (even if the reply is fruit)​This conversation is equal parts heart‑hug and gut‑check, a soft yet radical invitation to speak your truth, risk being seen, and dare to find comedy in the cracks of sorrow. If you’ve ever wondered how to reunite with your inner child, honor your ancestors, or laugh while the room shakes, press play!Anto Chan on IGInnergenerational Website

In this gentle guided meditation, listeners are invited to reconnect with yourself as a living archive, a breathing, evolving, record of memory, emotion, and becoming.Through a somatic journey of the body and a inner visualization, you’ll explore the stories stored in your chest, shoulders, stomach, throat, and beyond. You’ll step inside a quiet room within, a sacred inner archive, where a moment awaits: the opportunity to witness and embrace a forgotten version of yourself with curiosity and care.This meditation is for anyone navigating identity, healing, or transformation. No need to fix or perform, only to return to a truth already living inside you.Affirmation:“I am a living archive. Layered. Sacred. Whole.I honor every version of me and choose to continue living my story.”

What if your name was the gateway to the highest version of yourself? In this episode, host Ross Victory sits down with Zamokuhle Zulu, a South African scholar-activist, lecturer, artist, and writer whose work spans African feminism, decolonial psychology, and building Pan-African LGBTQ+ networks.Zamo shares how reclaiming his bisexual identity meant reconciling personal truth with collective cultural responsibilities, in a society where family and community remain central to survival. He speaks candidly about growing up in a township, moving to Cape Town, confronting generational trauma, and why “coming out” isn’t always the safest form of queer expression in the diaspora.Together, they unpack how African feminism became a liberating framework for Zamo to find his voice, and why some Black Americans believe queerness is a colonial import, despite rich pre-colonial histories of fluid identity across the continent.This episode is for anyone who has ever felt torn between tradition and truth, duty and desire. Zamo offers a path toward embracing oneself that resists erasure and reclaims belonging across borders by realizing you don't have to be anything. You get to sit down, be you, and do what you do!Marginalized Experiences of Black Bisexual Men in South Africa: Voices of Resilience: Centre for Human Rights University of PretoriaZamo on InstagramEmail Zamo: zamokuhle.zulu@outlook.com

What does it truly mean to belong, especially when your experiences and identity feel like an anomaly, fragmented and caught between worlds? In this solo episode, host Ross Victory unpacks the complexities of belonging beyond corporate slogans. Through reflections on history, culture, and ancestry, Ross challenges the notion that belonging is a fixed destination. Instead, he offers belonging and the sense of "home" as an active practice, a rhythm of returning to oneself over and over again. If you’ve ever felt not queer enough, not bisexual enough, not something enough, this episode offers insight, grounding, and prioritizes self-reunion over performance.For deeper discovery, download the Worksheet: Self-Inquiry on Belonging, Place, and RootednessAre you interested in using the art of writing for personal development? Fill out the ⁠Interest Form⁠ for the upcoming book "Embracing All of Me: Identity-focused Writing & Self Discovery for Bi+ & Pan Men," so you don't miss it. Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠.

In this moving episode, Pastor Xavier shares his journey from growing up in 1960s South Central Los Angeles to relocating to Altadena/Pasadena area, where he faced the devastating 2025 Eaton Fires that destroyed over 9,000 structures and claimed at least 18 lives. He discusses how spoken word poetry became a lifeline for processing trauma in the face of mass destruction and loss.Raised in conservative evangelical Christian churches, Pastor Xavier reflects on surviving abuse and the decades long struggle to understand his bisexual identity. He examines how rigid traditions within some Christian institutions can deter critical thinking and hinder personal growth.Drawing from over 30 years of ministry, he offers insights into identifying affirming Christian churches that uphold both biblical integrity and LGBTQ+ inclusion. With his mother as his biggest advocate and a renewed connection to scripture, Pastor Xavier reimagines his faith as a source of healing, justice, and service to youth at large.This conversation invites listeners to reflect: Who shaped our beliefs? Can faith and identity coexist? How does questioning authority lead to self-discovery?And above all, Pastor Xavier reminds us: who we are is God’s greatest gift.Resources from Pastor Xavier:​Kathy Baldock – Author of "Walking the Bridgeless Canyon," and former evangelical who explores how cultural and political forces shaped anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and theology. Recommended for: unpacking myths, observing social, political, scientific, cultural timelines, and reclaiming inclusive faith.​Father Richard Rohr – Catholic priest and author. Quote: “Sin is being complicit in the suffering of the world.” Recommended for: reframing sin through compassion and justice. Suggested Listening: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oprahs-super-soul/id1264843400?i=1000415592929​The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron – A book on creative recovery through journaling and reflection. Recommended for: healing trauma, reclaiming joy, and nurturing inner creativity.​Queerfully and Wonderfully Made by Leigh Finke​The Gospel of Inclusion - Brandan J Robertson​Outside the Lines - Mihee Kim-Kort​Changing Our Mind - David P GusheeAffirming Faith Communities & Organizations◦The New Evangelicals – Jesus-centered, inclusive, and justice-focused◦The Reformation Project – Bible-based LGBTQ+ inclusion https://reformationproject.org/◦Q Christian Fellowship – Community for LGBTQ+ believers seeking truth and belonging - https://www.qchristian.org/◦Post-Evangelical Collective - https://www.postevangelicalcollective.org/◦https://www.gaychurch.org/Biblical References from Pastor Xavier:◦Matthew 22 – Misuse of scripture and Jesus’ correction of religious leaders◦1 Corinthians 13:4–8 – The nature of God’s love◦Jeremiah 1 :4-8– Affirmation of calling and worth◦Luke 10:25-37, Parable of the Good Samaritan – Radical inclusion◦Galatians 1:1-2:10 - Gospel of Uncircumcision = Inclusion for those excluded by the Law ◦Matthew 5-7 - Sermon on the Mount – Reinterpreting law through love