I sit down with Blake Diamond, who spent twenty-two years as a male stripper, traveling coast-to-coast. He opens up about his unconventional life, from backstage rivalries to substance use to how the industry affected his relationships.

Several decades later, Blake reflects on how those years shaped him – what he's gained, lost, and how he redefines fulfillment beyond the spotlight.

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Social media is an important modern tool, but it's not without its emotional pitfalls. Practical? Yes. Draining? Undoubtedly.

I share my uneasy experiences navigating Instagram after being off the app for many years.

Do you push through the anxiety of social media, even when it feels raw?

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What would you do if you uncovered a secret that could shatter someone's world?

I explore how revealing a betrayal ended a friendship, why I thought everyone would want to know the truth, and how I learned some people prefer to be left in the dark rather than face a painful situation.

Would you want to know the truth – even if it broke your heart?

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When did a pattern that once worked for you suddenly fail you?

I reflect on how men I once gravitated toward now feel at odds with who I've become. Growth and evolution are central themes in life and perspectives can shift, surprising many – including ourselves.

What incident have you experienced where your old habits no longer serve you?

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I share my eye-opening, first-time experience with a love interest during a trip to San Diego. What began as a promising connection quickly shifted, revealing a side of himself I neither recognized nor liked. Despite efforts to find closure, this uncomfortable experience left lingering questions.

Sometimes, the hardest truth is accepting that the answers we want may never come.

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Why is basic gym etiquette so challenging? I dive into my own run-ins with impatience and interruptions that often creep into my workout routines in this bite-sized episode.

What's your craziest gym story? You're invited to share your own experience.

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Love bombing can feel intoxicating at first – until it isn't.

In this episode, my guest Jacob and I share real-life experiences, highlighting red flags in relationships that move at a lightning pace and feel too good to be true.

Join us for a candid conversation about recognizing the difference between genuine connection and a flashy illusion.

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Welcome to Open Hearts, Hidden Truths, a bi-monthly podcast.

First episodes drop Jan. 20, and every other Tuesday.

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