Скачать или смотреть Aaron Goldenberg | Surviving Conversion Therapy, Viral Comedy & Life as a Queer Creator

Actor, comedian, and viral TikTok creator Aaron Goldenberg joins us to share his powerful journey from religious trauma and conversion therapy to sobriety, queer joy, and online fame.
In this episode, Aaron opens up about growing up in a strict religious community, navigating identity as one of 11 children, and the inner conflict that shaped his early life. He reveals how comedy helped him heal, how TikTok transformed his career, and what fame feels like when you’ve lived through shame, fear, and self-suppression.
We also explore:
🌈 Overcoming religious trauma & finding queer self-acceptance
🎭 Going viral on TikTok & building a comedy career
💛 Life in sobriety and staying grounded
👥 Navigating fame, boundaries & relationships
✍️ His upcoming book, acting projects & creative evolution
Honest, funny, emotional, and deeply inspiring — this is a must-listen for anyone interested in queer storytelling, healing, creativity, and resilience.

00:00 Growing Up in a Cult
00:15 Introduction to Conversion Therapy
02:54 Struggles with Identity and Faith
05:26 Journey Through Conversion Therapy
11:17 Realisation and Acceptance
16:17 Starting Over in Atlanta
16:36 Finding Success on Social Media
18:10 Navigating Viral Content
21:41 Viral Video Reflections
22:15 Handling Online Backlash
23:50 Reading Comments and DMs
24:38 Impact of Social Media on Relationships
26:11 Navigating Fame and Personal Connections
28:41 Challenges of Dating as a Public Figure
33:37 Acting Career and Achievements
34:59 Sobriety Journey
38:10 Upcoming Projects and Announcements
40:24 Concluding Thoughts