Episode 918: Rich Cope, Gay, Successful Career in Real Estate, Super Powerful Story

Listen, Learn & Love Hosted by Richard Ostler · Jul 23, 2026 · 1h 16m

My friend Rich Cope (early 50s, father of four) join us to share his brave, vulnerable, and honest story in hopes of helping others: Growing up in Utah County and not fitting the mold/expectations for a man Great insights about broadening the definition of masculinity Processing his attractions to men in a vacuum—with no outside support/understanding Serving a mission and learning God loves him and will always be with him Trying to make it work with a woman—be told it will all work out Getting married—good marriage—why that marriage eventually ended Being closeted and being a dad to a gay son…