My Kid's Gay And I'm OK

If you’re a parent and your child has come out, it can be a time of uncertainty and fear. Karen and Sam share Sam’s journey of struggle and substance abuse after her family disowned her when she came out. Their relationship healed over time, but the scars remain. Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear Sam’s message to the parents of LGBTQ+ kids. If you need additional support reach out to: www.thetrevorproject.orgOr call 988We need you in our world just as you are! Hugs!

If you’re a parent and your child has come out, it can be a time of uncertainty and fear. Karen and Sam share Sam’s journey of struggle and substance abuse after her family disowned her when she came out. Their relationship healed over time, but the scars remain. Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear Sam’s message to the parents of LGBTQ+ kids. If you are struggling, please know you are not alone. Help and support is available at: www.thetrevorproject.orgOr call 988. We need you in our world just as you are! Hugs!

If you’re a parent and your child has come out, it can be a time of uncertainty and fear. Karen and Sam share Sam’s journey of struggle and substance abuse after her family disowned her when she came out. Their relationship healed over time, but the scars remain. Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear Sam’s message to the parents of LGBTQ+ kids. If you are struggling and need support please reach out to www.thetrevorproject.orgOr call the suicide hotline: 988We need you in our world! Hugs!

If you’re a parent and your child has come out, it can be a time of uncertainty and fear. Karen and Sam share Sam’s journey of struggle and substance abuse after her family disowned her when she came out. Their relationship healed over time, but the scars remain. Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear Sam’s message to the parents of LGBTQ+ kids. If you need additional support go online: www.thetrevorproject.orgOr call 988 We need you in our world!

Pastor Bob from Owensboro, Kentucky discusses his journey of leading his congregation to becoming a truly affirming church. If you are looking for a supportive community, Pastor Bob shares what to look for and how to be safe.

The city of Loogootee, Indiana has had on going legal battles with a nonprofit group trying to deny a Pride Fest from taking place on the town square. To date, the city is in contempt and the court has ruled the city's ordinance to be unconstitutional. Join me on supporting Loogootee's Pride Fest in September 2026! Please consider donating to the nonprofit Patoka Valley HIV CAG in support of today's podcast. https://www.facebook.com/PatokaValleyCAG

Karen wrote the book, “My Kid’s Gay & I’m OK,” and as she shared her story with the public, she saw the faces of the 47% of the LGBTQ+ population who are disowned by their families once they come out. Inspired by her daughter, Karen founded the registered nonprofit MKGOK with a simple mission: to support the 47% who have lost the support of their families in the pursuit of postsecondary educational opportunities. Karen believes this support is essential to the social and economic success for this part of our human family. Listen to this episode as Karen explains her why behind starting this nonprofit. 

Join today's podcast and listen as Chrissy amazing story of growing up and growing into her true authentic self. Chrissy and Karen discuss what their outreach and advocate work means to them now and in the future. Chrissy's story is amazing and inspiring.

Karen and Ken discuss the importance of connecting and hugging it out. Join Ken's community and receive a Daily Hug and more.

83% of our subscribers shared My Kid's Gay & I'm OK Podcast. Thank you for your support and for listening. Karen reflects back on 2025 and shares her plans for 2026.

Karen shares feeling more overwhelmed these last few weeks and wants to remind us, we are all human beings trying to coexist. Please drop a comment below and share how you are coping with things this week.

Twenty-five years ago, Karen finds her voice as an ally to the LGBTQ+ community and shares her story with you.

Karen shares small town Pride events and the people who are making a difference in their communities.

If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed Karen knows how you feel. The unknown and current state of affairs can be a bit much. Please listen and take care of yourself.

A listener shares their experience of being disowned by their entire family when they came out. Learn how it has affected their life and how it continues to affect them long after the words fade away. Such a powerful episode.

It is so important you, as a parent, find a support group where you are heard and valued and your can safely express your fears and triumphs as you and your LGBTQ+ child navigate this world together. PFLAG and other support groups for parents are very important and Karen shares a few ideas she had while she met with these groups this past week.

Karen shares her daughter's coming out and also let's you know how important it is to be a true confidant to the LGBTQ+ friend or family member in your life.

Sure Fire Baptist Church in Indianapolis does not hold family values or resemble any teachings of Christ. They should be praying away hate and bigotry instead of spewing hate speech and calling for the harm of LGBTQ+ community. Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear Karen's message. Thanks and hugs to you!

What are the things you learned from attending a Pride event. Karen shares with you what she learned from this years Pride events. It might surprise you it includes manners and bravery. Please leave a comment and share your Pride moment this year.

If you have disowned your child when they came out to you, it is never too late to reach out and start mending your relationship with them. Karen shares her message with the parents who have disowned their kids. What did you teach them? Listen and find out.

Karen shares how to celebrate Pride as an ally to the LGBTQ+ community.

As your family member comes out as their true authentic self, as a supportive ally, you need support yourself. In this episode of My Kid's Gay & I'm OK, Karen shares words of encouragement with you. Grab a cup of coffee and listen to this week's episode.

Karen shares the top 5 questions she has been asked to date. Listen as she discusses the questions she is asked regarding her book, her family, and her future. Drop Karen a question in the comment section and follow so you are updated to the next podcast.

Listen to Sam share her journey of coming out to herself, loving her true authentic self, and then coming out to her family. Sam shares the emotional turmoil as the bonds between parent and child are broken.Sam has great advice for parents of LGBTQ+ children and you need to listen to this episode.

Tune in as Rachel shares the 3 questions every queer person gets asked by people they know and sometimes complete strangers. Humor and grace are the cornerstone to every question answered.

In this episode, Karen introduces her audience to her daughter, Rachel. Rachel is an accomplished artist, compassionate human, and LGBTQ+ member. Get a glimpse into this dynamic relationship between these two woman.

How did a mom from Indiana start up a nonprofit group that raises scholarships for LGBTQ+ members? Meet Karen and learn the why behind her passion when she began MKGOK.org and shares with you her journey as an author and founder that is committed to helping so many.