In this incredibly raw and inspiring episode, Sam sits down with Jessie Jeff—paramedic, husband, father, and proud Romani gypsy—whose life story is a testament to resilience, honesty, and hard-won healing. From growing up with no qualifications and navigating a traditional culture, to coming out and overcoming deep personal battles with mental health, Jessie’s journey is a powerful reminder of the strength it takes to be true to yourself.Together, Sam and Jessie open up about identity, stigma, discrimination, and the internal battles so many face in silence. If you've ever felt like you didn’t belong, like you were living a life that wasn’t really yours, or like the weight of judgment was too much to bear—this conversation is for you. 🌈💬A link to Jesse's article in The Sun:https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/35167613/gay-gypsy-dad-shunned/⏰ Chapters00:00 – Introduction & icebreaker02:00 – Jessie’s early life & struggles in school06:00 – Dreams of becoming a paramedic09:00 – Living as a gay man in a traditional culture14:00 – Facing bullying and stigma20:00 – Mental health crisis & recovery27:00 – Rebuilding life, love & family36:00 – Owning your identity & staying true to yourself42:00 – The power of talking & checking in💚 If you're struggling, please reach out. You are never alone.Mind UK – https://www.mind.org.ukShout (24/7 text support) – https://giveusashout.orgSamaritans – https://www.samaritans.orgCALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – https://www.thecalmzone.net🔗 Stay Connected & Support the Show🌐 Website: https://www.airingitoutpodcast.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/airingitpod/🎧 Spotify: https://shorturl.at/HQkP3📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@airingitpod☕ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/airingitoutpodcast🎥 Produced by iBenjamin Creative🏷️ Tags#JessieJeff, #MentalHealth, #LGBTQStories, #RomaniVoices, #ComingOutJourney, #OvercomingStigma, #ParamedicLife, #IdentityAndBelonging, #AiringItOutPodcast, #MentalHealthSupport, #YouAreNotAlone, #MindUK, #SHOUT85258, #Samaritans, #CALMzone, #PodcastInterview, #InspiringStories, #SelfAcceptance, #TalkAboutIt, #RealConversations

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