You Can Be Both

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laurenlanzarettamusic@gmail.com

youcanbebothpodcast@gmail.com

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"I'm Gay, Not Queer" -- Matthew Vines FINALLY Responds to the LGBTQ+ Backlash

October 11, 2026

What happens when one of the most well-known gay Christian voices becomes the target of criticism from within the LGBTQ+ community? In this episode of You Can Be Both, Lauren sits down with Matthew Vines to address the controversy surrounding his New York Times article, “I’m Gay, Not Queer. It Matters.” Matthew responds directly to the criticism that he is too conservative, too focused on acceptance, or trying to conform LGBTQ+ people to traditional Christian values. He explains what he actua...

Christian Nationalist to Deconstructing Everything: "I Realized Everything I Was Taught Was Wrong"

October 06, 2026

What happens when you start questioning everything you were taught about God, Christianity, women, relationships, and your own identity? In this episode of You Can Be Both, Lauren sits down with Hope with Holly to talk about Christian nationalism, religious trauma, deconstruction, patriarchy, relationships, and finding the freedom to become your authentic self.Holly spent years deeply involved in evangelical Christianity and eventually began questioning the fundamentalist beliefs she had been...

“Unwanted" Same-Sex Attraction — Can You Stop Being Gay?

September 27, 2026

Can you really change your sexual orientation? And why is same-sex attraction “unwanted” anyways?In this episode of You Can Be Both, Lauren takes a deeper look at the “ex-gay” movement and the idea of “unwanted same-sex attraction.” She explores the difference between sexual orientation, trauma, shame, self-destructive behavior, and healing—and asks whether the goal should be changing your sexuality or actually healing from the experiences that shaped how you see yourself.Lauren also talks ab...

Honoring the Journey · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

The Desert Sanctuary · Low booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with You Can Be Both?

You Can Be Both is hosted by Lauren Lanzaretta. Its publicly listed emails are laurenlanzarettamusic@gmail.com and youcanbebothpodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for You Can Be Both?

The publicly listed emails for You Can Be Both: laurenlanzarettamusic@gmail.com and youcanbebothpodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does You Can Be Both have?

Podseeker estimates You Can Be Both reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for You Can Be Both?

You Can Be Both typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: LGBTQ+-affirming therapists, progressive theologians and Bible scholars, pastors, authors, advocates, and guests with meaningful lived experience related to LGBTQ+ identity, Christianity, religious trauma, or faith deconstruction. Common among recent guests: Relevant advanced degrees or professional licensure; Published books or established writing; Pastoral, theological, or advocacy leadership. Recent guests include Shari Bruck, Mattie Mae Motl, and Kristian Smith.

How hard is it to get booked on You Can Be Both?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does You Can Be Both cover?

Recent episodes cover Lgbtq+, Christianity, Religious Trauma, Deconstruction, and Inclusion. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.