Identity, Hollywood, + Embracing the Mess | Brandon Kyle Goodman

On this episode of Queer Stuff Pod, I’m joined by the brilliant Brandon Kyle Goodman—actor, writer, and all-around icon—who never shies away from life’s messiest moments. Brandon talks about identity, career ups and downs, and what it means to embrace every part of yourself, even the chaotic ones. From making it in Hollywood to cutting off toxic people, Brandon gets into the highs and lows of life with humor and honesty. Nothing is off-limits in this conversation about identity, boundaries, and finding joy in the mess. Topics Discussed: How do you set boundaries and go no-contact with toxic people? How do humor and vulnerability help in discussing serious topics? What’s the messiest story Brandon has ever heard What advice does Brandon have for folks entering the entertainment industry Timestamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction  00:01:08 - Who The Hell Are You!  00:04:27 - Tell Me Something Messy 00:06:18 - Sex positivity  00:08:33 - Most memorable interview  00:09:43 - We contain multitudes  00:10:52 - Navigating challenges with humor  00:13:51 - Messiest story  00:14:46 - Going no contact 00:19:51 - Identifying with suffering  00:22:57 - You can do hard things  00:24:51 - Making time for yourself  00:28:49 - From Queens to Georgia   00:31:20 - Max’s expulsion  00:32:34 - NYU Tisch 00:35:30 - DEI  00:38:11 - Recession core & stand up  00:40:01 - Sketch vs standup comedy    00:42:05 - Job security 00:43:01 - Message for marginalized folks  00:46:17 - Fight Me! Clone f*cking Sponsored By: Manscaped | Visit Manscaped.com and use code MAXEMERSON to get 20% off plus free shipping. Or if you need it today, you can find MANSCAPED® at a store near you. Stay fresh this season—for everyone's sake. Level up your grooming game today! Check Out Brandon:  Instagram  Podcast  More Brandon  Check Out Max:  Instagram YouTube TikTok Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson