Tales from the Closet

Overview
Ally Beardsley invites a diverse lineup of guests to delve into spine-chilling stories from their pre-coming out lives in Tales from the Closet. Each episode reveals unsettling experiences and haunting moments that linger long after the closet door has been opened. With humor and vulnerability, Beardsley creates a safe space for guests to confront their pasts, blending fright with heartfelt reflections. The result is a captivating exploration of identity that resonates with anyone familiar with the struggle for acceptance and the courage it takes to embrace one’s true self.
Episodes
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1

Locker Rooms
Ally teams up with Teresa Lee, Ryan Barton, and Grant O’Brien for a series of playful kissing countdowns while also navigating the art of compartmen...
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2

Makeovers
Title: Transformations Plot: DarylJim Diaz, Jessica Ross, Emily Fightmaster, and Ally reminisce about their playful sleepover adventures and the thri...
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3

Straight Acting
Jordan Firstman, Kimia Behpoornia, Grant O’Brien, and Ally engage in an honest discussion about HIV/AIDS and the complexities of the male gaze. They...
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4

Tankini
Title: Tankini Plot: Oscar Montoya, Anna Rajo, Sara Ghaleb, and Ally embark on a quest to find authentic representations of adult tomboys and asexual...
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5

Beard
Gaby Dunn, Yazmin Monet Watkins, Jared Goldstein, and Ally engage in a lively discussion about bullying within the LGBTQ+ community and the amusing sc...
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6

Prom
Title: Prom Plot: In this episode, John Early, Sophia Cleary, Simone Thompson, and Ally delve into the complexities of public displays of affection, ...
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7

Just a Phase
Title: Just a Phase Plot: Kera Armendariz, Morthyn Roc, and Grant engage in a conversation with Ally about the dynamics of privilege in identity and ...
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8

Public Bathrooms
Joan Ford, Adrien Young, Sylvan Oswald, and Ally engage in a conversation about the term “dude” and explore ways in which cisgender allies can pro...
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9

Traditional Values