Matthew and Paul have a big announcement about the future of His and His. After 3 years of weekly audio podcasts, Matthew and Paul are turning their attention to a YouTube channel that will feature their classic banter, insightful commentary, and hilarious storytelling. Each episode will include extended video content for the His and His Family on Patreon. Subscribe to Matthew and Paul’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@matthewandpaulofficial Unlock bonus content: Patreon.com/hisandhis

In Part 2 of their discussion, Paul reveals how Dawson’s Creek and Will & Grace (both of which premiered in 1998) not only blazed a trail for public perception of gay people, but inspired his own journey toward self-acceptance. Matthew (who had never seen either series) describes watching them for the first time with Paul. On the extended episode Matthew and Paul discuss a recent gay series they both loved (and, no, it wasn’t Heartstopper). Listen here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/80291205

Matthew and Paul discuss the fictional gay characters and television storylines that inspired them during their coming-out years. Matthew recalls discovering Luke and Noah on the daytime soap opera “As The World Turns”, and how that experience gave him a sense of hope for the future. On the extended episode Matthew discusses a foreign language soap opera that had a similar effect on his life. Listen here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/80291345

Matthew and Paul are taking the week off to celebrate the birthday of Paul’s brother, who died of a drug overdose last year. Thank you for your love and support. Support this podcast on Patreon: Patreon.com/matthewandpaul

Matthew and Paul answer listener-submitted questions about life, relationships, and past mistakes. Matthew reveals his desire to move to Canada, while Paul addresses the query, “Why penguins?” (If you know, you know.)  On the extended episode Matthew and Paul describe the mistakes they would “undo” if given the chance. Listen here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/79306763

On this bonus episode of His and His, Matthew describes his experiences while attending a silent retreat (that ultimately changed his life). Matthew then reveals he will be attending another retreat this weekend: Does he anticipate another life-changing experience? Listen to the entire episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/78649747

Matthew and Paul are discussing the first gay-themed movies they ever watched. Matthew describes discovering the film “Latter Days” while on a brief trip away from home (and out from under the watchful eyes of his church), while Paul recalls the “endurance challenge” of watching the gay comedy “In & Out” with his mom (and her boyfriend) when he was just 13 years old.  On the extended episode Matthew and Paul describe the experience of rewatching “Latter Days” and “In & Out” as married gay men. Listen here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/78282462

Matthew and Paul are answering some of your most burning questions. “How did you meet?”, “How to get over a straight crush?”, “Who is the first to make up after a fight?” and more. On the extended episode, Paul answers the question “Do you get frustrated when you can’t do something (because of your blindness)?”  Listen here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/77830290

Matthew and Paul are discussing the gay-themed stage performances that inspired, awakened, and terrified them at pivotal moments in their childhoods. Matthew describes seeing male ballet dancers for the first time, while Paul talks about attending a play featuring a same-sex kiss. On the extended episode Matthew and Paul discuss a recent gay theater experience that left them both in tears. Listen here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/77642014

Matthew and Paul discuss their foster care journey which began one year ago. Matthew describes a recent conversation with a friend who grew up in the foster care system, while Paul explains what it was like to have dinner with a foster family over the Christmas break. Finally, Matthew reveals how his career as a music teacher has given him insights into the world of kids and parenting.  Listen to the full bonus episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/77293175