Two Bi Guys

To get fired up and ready to go for the upcoming Nov. 5 election (and because I was behind on editing the next episode…), today I sat down again with our bi stepfather, RJ Aguiar, to talk politics! We discussed the importance of voting, especially for queer people, and what we’re doing in the final two weeks to support the causes we care about (mostly: democracy!). Please make a plan to vote, and make sure your friends and family have a plan to vote. We cannot afford to sit this one out – the stakes are too high.Donate to the Harris/Walz campaign: https://kamalaharris.comVolunteer! https://go.kamalaharris.comDonate via ActBlue: https://secure.actblue.comPhone bank with White Men Against MAGA / Showing Up For Racial Justice: https://www.mobilize.us/surj/event/653094/Donate to FairVote: https://fairvote.orgLearn About Represent Us (the pro-democracy and voting reform organization I couldn’t remember the name of): https://represent.us/Visit RJ’s website: https://www.rjaguiar.com/Follow RJ on IG: https://www.instagram.com/damnitrj/?hl=enVisit my website: www.RobertBrooksCohen.com

This episode features the second half of my interview with Mark Cusack (he/they), founder of the support site "Not Defining" (a space for anyone struggling with their sexuality, gender, or identity), ICF Certified Integrative Coach, and LGBTQ+ mentor. In this section, we discussed asexuality and the ace spectrum, what’s so special about dating couples, how queerness intersects with neurodivergence, Mark's drag persona “Marco Fabulasio”, and we each said "bye bye" to something we'd like to do away with in queer culture. Thanks for listening!Mark’s Website: https://www.notdefining.com/NotDefining on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCct1pE5fNVUdIR1aw3wxPewNotDefining on IG: https://www.instagram.com/notdefining/Mark’s Drag Alter-Ego, Marco Fabulasio: https://www.instagram.com/marcofabulasio/Rob’s Website: https://www.robertbrookscohen.com/

This week I sat down with Mark Cusack (he/they), founder of the support site "Not Defining" (a space for anyone struggling with their sexuality, gender, or identity), and we discussed why even under the Bi+ umbrella, many queer people are moving away from fixed labels and definitions of their identities. Mark is also an ICF Certified Integrative Coach and LGBTQ+ mentor, and we chatted about how his journey with content creation led to his new coaching practice (similar to my own story!). We also discussed stand-up comedy, authenticity, dating... and more, coming in part 2 next week! Thanks for listening.Mark’s Website: https://www.notdefining.com/NotDefining on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCct1pE5fNVUdIR1aw3wxPewNotDefining on IG: https://www.instagram.com/notdefining/Bisexual Research Group: https://www.bisexualresearch.com/HOW (Husbands Out to Wives): https://how-support.org/Rob’s Website: https://www.robertbrookscohen.com/

Happy end of Bi+ Visibility Month! This episode includes the second part of my chat with Lewis Oakley – a Bi+ Activist in the UK, co-host of the "Bisexual Brunch" podcast, and author of a new book, “Bisexuality: The Basics” from Jessica Kingsley Publishers – and spoiler alert, the title of this episode is ironic, as Lewis argues that you can't go into these things with a game plan, and we discussed how to get comfortable with that uncertainty. After that, enjoy the recording of an Instagram Live in which I was interviewed by Lucy LaForge, Bi+ artist, musician and creator of Lucy & La Mer. Enjoy!Follow Lewis on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lewyoaks/?hl=enVisit his website: https://lewisoakley.com/Buy “Bisexuality: The Basics” https://us.jkp.com/products/bisexuality-the-basicsListen to Bisexual Brunch: https://bisexualbrunch.buzzsprout.com/Lucy & La Mer on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lucyandlamer/Follow TBG on IG: https://www.instagram.com/twobiguys/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/robertbrookscohen/My website: www.robertbrookscohen.com

Lewis Oakley, a UK Bi+ activist and author of 'Bisexuality: The Basics', shares vibrant insights about bisexuality. He recounts his surprising experience in a live TV debate on LGBT issues, highlighting the unexpected kindness he received. The discussion dives into the nuances of coming out and the complexities of identity and relationships, blending humor with heartfelt anecdotes. Oakley emphasizes the importance of representation and safe spaces for bisexual individuals, celebrating Bisexual Visibility Day along the way.

We’re back with RJ Aguiar, part two! We chatted about queer stand-up comedy (and butthurt straight guys), we debuted a new segment called “Bye Bye!” where we rant about things that bother us, I asked RJ about his hottest sexual experiences both on and off camera, and then we have a difficult time saying goodbye…Everyone gets the bonus content today! But for early access, full video episodes, and bonus content from most episodes, please consider supporting this podcast and subscribe on Patreon!Visit my website! https://www.robertbrookscohen.com/Follow RJ on IG: https://www.instagram.com/Damnitrj/Follow RJ on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damnitrjRJ’s website: www.rjaguiar.comRJ’s “Don’t Tell My Mother” storytelling performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlCanxAnCrwThe Emperor and the Endless Palace (book): https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/146145975-the-emperor-and-the-endless-palace

Two Bi Guys (By One Bi Guy) is back! And with a familiar friend, RJ Aguiar! We discussed his new "professional penis" and all that comes with it...In honor of Bi+ Visibility Month, I'm trying something new -- weekly episodes! (We'll see how it goes...) The second half of my chat with RJ will drop next week -- or for access to both parts right now, plus 10 minutes of bonus content, subscribe on Patreon!Follow RJ on IG: https://www.instagram.com/Damnitrj/Follow RJ on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damnitrjRJ’s website: www.rjaguiar.comRJ’s “Don’t Tell My Mother” storytelling performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlCanxAnCrwThe Emperor and the Endless Palace (book): https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/146145975-the-emperor-and-the-endless-palaceVisit my website! https://www.robertbrookscohen.com/

Bi+ book season concludes with a returning guest, the first out NFL player to identify as bisexual, RK Russell!. We discussed his new memoir, The Yards Between Us, and he also has a new men's journal out called Huddle. It was great to check in and see how RK's bisexuality and artistry have evolved since we last spoke in 2020 -- don't miss this one!There's no bonus content for this episode, but you can still see the full video exclusively on Patreon. Thanks for your support, and see you next season!Visit RK’s WebsiteBuy The Yards Between UsBuy Huddle Men’s JournalFollow RK on Instagram

Bi+ book season continues with a special guest from South Africa, Ohene Yaw Ampofo-Anti. We discussed his collection of short stories, Simunye: One We Are, which features Bi+ and queer characters, themes, and inspiration, and we chatted about his unique bisexual journey in South Africa and how it compares to his time living in Los Angeles.There are almost 20 minutes of bonus content with Ohene on Patreon!Follow Ohene on InstagramBuy Ohene's book (currently unavailable in the USA)Ohene’s short story, "That Which May Not Be Named"Book that Ohene mentioned: Boy Wives and Female HusbandsPodcast that Ohene mentioned about King MwangaBuy my book, Bisexual Married MenVisit my website

Bi+ book season continues with Dr. Lisa Speidel and her upcoming book, Bisexuality Beyond Binaries: Celebrating Multiple Bisexual Identities in a World of Erasure. Dr. Speidel also published with Routledge and is a big part of the reason why I was able to publish Bisexual Married Men  there -- she reviewed and recommended my proposal! We connected a year later when she interviewed me for her book, which includes writing and interviews from a diverse spectrum of Bi+ people. Please note: her book is not available yet but will be released in the fall of 2024. This conversation goes way beyond the binary... enjoy!There are 20 minutes of bonus content with Dr. Speidel – and full video of the entire interview – on Patreon.Visit Lisa's website (and look out for announcements when her book is officially launched!)Buy my book, Bisexual Married MenVisit my websiteSign up for my next group coaching session