Rob Mace, and Chris
Rob Mace, and Chris
#26 - Charlie Bird, Cosmo the Cougar
#26 - Charlie Bird, Cosmo the Cougar
#26 - Charlie Bird, Cosmo the Cougar
Monday 10th June 2019
Charlie Bird, ex-Cosmo The Cougar, discusses coming out as gay and maintaining his faith on The Normon Podcast. Listen for an inspiring story.
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Get the buttons here!Charlie Bird: Life Beyond the Mascot and Embracing Authenticity
I think we don't believe that if it comes out of a prophet's mouth, it's scripture. It's like hostile on one side or the other, but he was just like: wow, this is interesting, it's quite pleasant.
Ever wondered what it's like to balance faith and personal identity in a tightly-knit religious community? In this episode of The Normon Podcast, Charlie Bird, the former Cosmo The Cougar mascot, opens up about his journey of coming out as gay while remaining an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Charlie dives into the challenges he faced growing up, the emotional toll of hiding his true self, and the crucial role of community support in his life. He also tackles misconceptions about the LGBTQ+ community and stresses the importance of creating a nurturing environment for everyone. Charlie's candid storytelling offers a heartfelt and eye-opening perspective on breaking down stereotypes and finding acceptance in a world that's constantly evolving.
Tune in to hear how one man's courage to live authentically can inspire us all.