“Stage Three, Still Me”

Episode 044: Ten years ago, Adam came home from serving as a missionary in Oregon. In this episode, he goes back, literally, retracing the streets he once walked, and sits down with the version of himself who walked them first.It's a conversation about who we were before we had the words for who we are, and what it means to finally close that distance.Join The Overthinkers on Patreon for exclusive perks and this episode's companion sticker. Learn more at queerlyoverthinking.com, and follow @QueerlyOverthinking on TikTok and Instagram for updates and sticker reveals.

Episode 043: In this episode, Adam gets honest about a question he's been sitting with for a while: am I too queer, or not queer enough? In this conversation, he unpacks the tension of navigating identity expectations from the outside world and from within the queer community itself, and what he's discovered living somewhere in the middle of both.Join The Overthinkers on Patreon for exclusive perks and this episode's companion sticker. Learn more at queerlyoverthinking.com, and follow @QueerlyOverthinking on TikTok and Instagram for updates and sticker reveals.

Episode 042: In this episode, Adam sits down with a very special guest, Elena Kayak, to reflect on a mentorship that has spanned over two decades and how learning can extend far beyond the classroom. Together, they explore the connection they’ve built over time, how it shaped Adam’s growth, and what it means to carry those lessons forward into new seasons of life.⁠Join The Overthinkers on Patreon⁠⁠ for exclusive perks and this episode’s companion sticker. Learn more at ⁠⁠queerlyoverthinking.com⁠⁠, and follow @QueerlyOverthinking on ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ for updates and sticker reveals.

Episode 041: In this episode, Adam shares his top three books of the year, grouping them into personal categories that reflect what he needed most: romance, spicy romance, and queer stories beyond love stories. He unpacks why each one stayed with him, how they met him emotionally, and what reading this year taught him about softness, desire, healing, and growth.⁠Join The Overthinkers on Patreon⁠⁠ for exclusive perks and this episode’s companion sticker. Learn more at ⁠⁠queerlyoverthinking.com⁠⁠, and follow @QueerlyOverthinking on ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ for updates and sticker reveals.

Episode 040: In this episode, Adam sits with a feeling many of us know all too well: regret. He unpacks the “could have, would have, should have” spiral, how hindsight reshapes the stories we tell ourselves, and why regret often says more about growth than failure.Join The Overthinkers on Patreon⁠ for exclusive perks and this episode’s companion sticker. Learn more at ⁠queerlyoverthinking.com⁠, and follow @QueerlyOverthinking on ⁠TikTok⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ for updates and sticker reveals.

Episode 039: We’re back in the studio, baby! Season 3 of Queerly Overthinking kicks off with an update on how Adam’s year has unfolded, what’s changed, and how he’s rebuilding his creative rhythm.In this episode, he opens up about his cancer journey, the care that carried him, and why “progress over perfection” has become his new compass.Join The Overthinkers on Patreon for exclusive perks and this episode’s companion sticker. Learn more at queerlyoverthinking.com, and follow @QueerlyOverthinking on TikTok and Instagram for updates and sticker reveals.Content Notice: This episode includes discussion of cancer and medical treatment.

Episode 038:In the Season 2 finale of Queerly Overthinking, Adam reflects on a year filled with deep dives into relationships, connections, and self-healing. Turning 30 this year marked a pivotal moment of growth and nostalgia, anchoring this season in themes of love, community, and the enriching power of meaningful relationships.Adam shares insights into navigating the challenging political climate while setting personal boundaries. With a promise to return for Season 3, this season finale underscores the importance of creative expression, shared perspectives, and the enduring need for community and connection.Visit www.QueerlyOverthinking.com, and join the community @QueerlyOverthinking on socials.

Episode 037:In this third part of the series, Adam transitions into his Agnostic Days as he steps into his mid-twenties and adulthood. He reflects on how his beliefs have shifted, his experiences in Dallas, and the personal growth that came with this chapter.From career changes to personal revelations, this episode of Queerly Overthinking uncovers how Adam navigated major life transitions and embraced his true self. It’s an insightful look at his ongoing journey of self-discovery.Content warning: This episode discusses themes of religious trauma.Visit www.QueerlyOverthinking.com, and join the community @QueerlyOverthinking on socials.

Episode 036:In the second part of Queerly Overthinking, Adam dives into his teenage and early adult years, a time marked by questions and realizations. He reflects on the complexities of navigating his faith while also starting to acknowledge his queer identity.This episode continues the journey of Adam’s Believing Christian days, exploring the tension between faith and identity during a pivotal stage in his life. His experiences reveal the challenges and growth that shaped his path forward.Visit www.QueerlyOverthinking.com, and join the community @QueerlyOverthinking on socials.

Episode 035:In this episode of Queerly Overthinking, Adam takes a journey through his childhood years, reflecting on what he calls his Believing Christian days. He explores how growing up in the church laid the foundation for his early understanding of faith and shaped his worldview.This is the first of a three-part series, where Adam examines the milestones and moments that influenced his beliefs and identity during his formative years. From family traditions to faith practices, this episode sets the stage for his evolution.Visit www.QueerlyOverthinking.com, and join the community @QueerlyOverthinking on socials.