Overcoming Graduation Ep. 59 Matt Marr AKA the “Gay White Oprah.” Commercial TV Actor, Therapist, Coach, Stand-Up Comedian, Podcaster, Host
He’s been called the “Gay White Oprah” by the people who know him. Matt grew up in Oklahoma during the 80’s and faced a variety of challenges being a gay boy in a society that did not accept him for who he was. In his story he details how he overcame those challenges to become who he is today.
He left Oklahoma to study Opera at the University of North Texas and later got a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology.
Now he is a Commercial TV Actor, Therapist, Coach, Stand-Up Comedian, Podcaster, and Host! He has created a leadership camp for LGBT children called Camp Brave Trails to help them learn to love themselves and share their unique gifts with the world. He has sung on stage with both Shania Twain and Justin Timberlake and has also been featured in commercials for brands like LasVegas.com, Hotels.com, Tide Pens, and Target. One other big plus, Matt is a fellow ginger.
This is not only one of the funniest interviews I have ever recorded but also full of wonderful wisdom and insight into how you can overcome the challenges in your life!
In today’s episode Matt will discuss:
– The challenges he faced growing up as a gay child who loves Oprah and Wonderman in Oklahoma in the 80’s
– How he was able to find himself and create a life that helps others express the truth within them
– Shadow Careers: What they are and the shadow careers Matt had in his life
– How he got to sing on stage with both Shania Twain and Justin Timberlake
– Why he moved to LA to pursue acting and went on a total of 2 interviews in 4 years
– Why Gay and Lesbian individuals deal better with stress and grief
– How to find community when you feel alone and isolated
– His work as a “narrative therapist” and how to reframe your life’s story
And so much more!
LINKS:
– Camp Brave Trails: BraveTrails.org
BOOK RECOMMENDATION:
– The Artist’s Way by Julie Cameron
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