Thriving in the Oasis

The Gay Men's Survival Guide
to Palm Springs

Your sun-soaked handbook for living, loving, and navigating the desert—beyond the pool parties and perfect tans.

Recent Episodes

Episode 06 • 42 mins

Emotionally Available… Until Further Notice

Ryan, Greg, and Jason explore the complexities of modern dating, hookups, emotional connection, and setting boundaries in the desert.

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Episode 05 • 38 mins

Introducing Ryan: Mormon-Raised & Palm Springs-Initiated

Raised Mormon and armed with a massage table, Ryan thought he was ready for Palm Springs. He wasn't. A raw look at finding footing behind the mic.

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Episode 04 • 12 mins

Naked Strangers, Uncovered Food & One Fast Exit

Jason and Greg drove two hours to Los Angeles for what they thought was a normal pool party. Instead, pure chaos unfolded.

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About the Show

Palm Springs has always been a refuge, but making a life here is its own unique adventure. Hosted by Greg with regular co-hosts Ryan and Jason, The Gay Men's Survival Guide to Palm Springs dives into the raw, funny, and unfiltered realities of building community, navigating romance, and finding authenticity in the desert