Best Jafeth Jacobs Podcasts (2025)

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Queer-Friendly Buddhism? An Exploration 29:33

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8M ago29:33

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In this episode, I dive into the concept of queer-friendly Buddhism, exploring how it’s often portrayed in the West versus the reality of queer identities in Buddhist countries. Join me as I reflect on my own meditation journey, while simultaneously unpacking the so-called 'Thai The contrast between Thailand’s reputation as a queer-friendly destina…

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My Dating Issues and a Little Bit of Homonationalism 27:51

1+ y ago27:51

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Often people ask me why I am still single, or sometimes I ask myself the same question. In this episode, I'll delve into the complexities of modern dating, aiming to uncover shared experiences and hopefully find some common ground. I will also briefly address the current political situation in the Netherlands and discuss the concept of homonational…

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My First Heartbreak and The Power Of Chosen Family 19:31

2y ago19:31

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Within this episode I will talk about the power that chosen family has for us queers, before I do so I will address my first heartbreak. Heartbreak is a universal experience, however, I realized that for many of us queer individuals our first heartbreak takes place within our family and/or our save environment. Ask me anything: @queerlyhavingissues…

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Queering Jesus, a Healing Journey 19:17

2y ago19:17

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In this episode of Queerly Having Issues, we will dives deep into the intersection of religious trauma and queer theology. After growing up in a non-affirming evangelical environment, I will share how reframing the Christian narrative through a queer lens has been a powerful part of my healing journey. I will introduce the basics of queer theology …

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It's a Family Affair 16:50

2+ y ago16:50

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In this second episode I will elaborate on my personal journey, in which the theory of Religious Trauma as an individual experience will become clearer. I would also recommend to listen to the previous episode 'Religious Trauma In a Nutshell', if you haven't already, in order to make sense this one. References within this episode: Movie: Prayers fo…

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Religious Trauma In a Nutshell 16:38

2+ y ago16:38

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In this first episode of Queerly Having Issues, host Jafeth Jacobs explores the deeply personal and widely relevant topic of religious trauma, especially as it affects LGBTQ+ individuals raised in non-affirming, high-control religious environments. We unpack the concept of Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS)—a form of psychological harm that can mirror…