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        <![CDATA[<p>It's Season 2, Outlaws! Nicko is back and <em>louder</em> than ever. We’re talking Trump’s latest trash fire, ICE’s inhumanity, the WNBA’s unfinished business, and why Jane Don’t is THE Drag Race diva to beat. Plus: Nicko opens up about embracing their nonbinary identity and what true authenticity looks like in 2026. Villain Era? Activated. Let’s get loud.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:01:46 -0600</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It's Season 2, Outlaws! Nicko is back and <em>louder</em> than ever. We’re talking Trump’s latest trash fire, ICE’s inhumanity, the WNBA’s unfinished business, and why Jane Don’t is THE Drag Race diva to beat. Plus: Nicko opens up about embracing their nonbinary identity and what true authenticity looks like in 2026. Villain Era? Activated. Let’s get loud.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Episode 7: Unhinged 'Til the Very End</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this year-end chaos capsule, Nicko’s back from Portland, buried in deadlines, and riding the holiday madness straight into the mic. From Trump’s vile comments about Rob Reiner (yep, that happened) to Arlington, Texas pulling a full villain move against the LGBTQ+ community, we’re not holding back. Plus: women’s sports are THRIVING—A’ja Wilson snatches another crown, Toronto Tempo debuts 🔥 new fits, and the WNBA still owes their players a proper deal.</p><p>Nicko drops a truth bomb about gift cards, shares a vulnerable Villain Era moment on reclaiming their voice after trauma, and signs off for 2025 with all the Big Nicko Energy.</p><p>It’s real. It’s loud. It’s the last unfiltered mic drop of the year.</p><p><strong>Let’s go out how we came in—unhinged, queer, and loud AF.</strong></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this year-end chaos capsule, Nicko’s back from Portland, buried in deadlines, and riding the holiday madness straight into the mic. From Trump’s vile comments about Rob Reiner (yep, that happened) to Arlington, Texas pulling a full villain move against the LGBTQ+ community, we’re not holding back. Plus: women’s sports are THRIVING—A’ja Wilson snatches another crown, Toronto Tempo debuts 🔥 new fits, and the WNBA still owes their players a proper deal.</p><p>Nicko drops a truth bomb about gift cards, shares a vulnerable Villain Era moment on reclaiming their voice after trauma, and signs off for 2025 with all the Big Nicko Energy.</p><p>It’s real. It’s loud. It’s the last unfiltered mic drop of the year.</p><p><strong>Let’s go out how we came in—unhinged, queer, and loud AF.</strong></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this year-end chaos capsule, Nicko’s back from Portland, buried in deadlines, and riding the holiday madness straight into the mic. From Trump’s vile comments about Rob Reiner (yep, that happened) to Arlington, Texas pulling a full villain move against the LGBTQ+ community, we’re not holding back. Plus: women’s sports are THRIVING—A’ja Wilson snatches another crown, Toronto Tempo debuts 🔥 new fits, and the WNBA still owes their players a proper deal.</p><p>Nicko drops a truth bomb about gift cards, shares a vulnerable Villain Era moment on reclaiming their voice after trauma, and signs off for 2025 with all the Big Nicko Energy.</p><p>It’s real. It’s loud. It’s the last unfiltered mic drop of the year.</p><p><strong>Let’s go out how we came in—unhinged, queer, and loud AF.</strong></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nicko’s back with a holiday special for the Outlaws—equal parts gratitude and glorious chaos. In this episode, we’re talking about the joy (and <em>mess</em>) of Thanksgiving, political plot twists, championship-level sports drama, and why the holidays just <em>hit different</em> when you’re the black sheep of the family.</p><p>Whether you’re thriving or just surviving the season, this one’s for you.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nicko’s back with a holiday special for the Outlaws—equal parts gratitude and glorious chaos. In this episode, we’re talking about the joy (and <em>mess</em>) of Thanksgiving, political plot twists, championship-level sports drama, and why the holidays just <em>hit different</em> when you’re the black sheep of the family.</p><p>Whether you’re thriving or just surviving the season, this one’s for you.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:17:03 -0600</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nicko’s back with a holiday special for the Outlaws—equal parts gratitude and glorious chaos. In this episode, we’re talking about the joy (and <em>mess</em>) of Thanksgiving, political plot twists, championship-level sports drama, and why the holidays just <em>hit different</em> when you’re the black sheep of the family.</p><p>Whether you’re thriving or just surviving the season, this one’s for you.</p>]]>
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      <title>Episode 5: Deadnames, Draft Picks, and Dragging the System</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nicko is back and louder than ever! In this episode, we’re catching up on the grind, calling out corrupt systems, and asking why Texas is targeting trans kids when half the country goes by a nickname anyway.</p><p>In Queerly Informed:<br>📂 The Epstein Files are coming.<br>🐷 Trump called a reporter “piggy.”<br>📛 And Texas is forcing teachers to deadname trans students. Nicko’s got words.</p><p>In the WNB-Gay Agenda:<br>🏀 Women's sports is popping off—Nicko’s now hosting Nicko’s Rundown on Livin’ The Good Life Radio.<br>⚾ WPBL announces its debut season.<br>⚠️ Project B threatens the WNBA with multimillion-dollar deals.<br>🎲 Draft lottery chaos is coming.</p><p>And in this week’s Villain Era Chronicles, Nicko shares why they’re done trying to be “well-adjusted” in a world that rewards silence and punishes authenticity.</p><p>Because palatable? Never heard of her.<br>Because shrinking? Not in this era.<br>Because you can’t drag the system if you’re still trying to be liked by it.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nicko is back and louder than ever! In this episode, we’re catching up on the grind, calling out corrupt systems, and asking why Texas is targeting trans kids when half the country goes by a nickname anyway.</p><p>In Queerly Informed:<br>📂 The Epstein Files are coming.<br>🐷 Trump called a reporter “piggy.”<br>📛 And Texas is forcing teachers to deadname trans students. Nicko’s got words.</p><p>In the WNB-Gay Agenda:<br>🏀 Women's sports is popping off—Nicko’s now hosting Nicko’s Rundown on Livin’ The Good Life Radio.<br>⚾ WPBL announces its debut season.<br>⚠️ Project B threatens the WNBA with multimillion-dollar deals.<br>🎲 Draft lottery chaos is coming.</p><p>And in this week’s Villain Era Chronicles, Nicko shares why they’re done trying to be “well-adjusted” in a world that rewards silence and punishes authenticity.</p><p>Because palatable? Never heard of her.<br>Because shrinking? Not in this era.<br>Because you can’t drag the system if you’re still trying to be liked by it.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Episode 4: Existing Loudly: A Threat, Apparently</title>
      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this week’s episode, Nicko gets real about what it means to simply exist in a world that still treats authenticity like rebellion. From navigating public spaces while masc-presenting to the quiet fear that comes with just being yourself, this episode is equal parts truth, therapy, and “I said what I said.”</p><p>Expect humor, honesty, and a reminder that being unapologetically you isn’t dangerous — it’s revolutionary.</p><p>⚡️ <em>Listen for the story, stay for the chaos, and leave with your head held high.</em></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this week’s episode, Nicko gets real about what it means to simply exist in a world that still treats authenticity like rebellion. From navigating public spaces while masc-presenting to the quiet fear that comes with just being yourself, this episode is equal parts truth, therapy, and “I said what I said.”</p><p>Expect humor, honesty, and a reminder that being unapologetically you isn’t dangerous — it’s revolutionary.</p><p>⚡️ <em>Listen for the story, stay for the chaos, and leave with your head held high.</em></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:09:56 -0600</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this week’s episode, Nicko gets real about what it means to simply exist in a world that still treats authenticity like rebellion. From navigating public spaces while masc-presenting to the quiet fear that comes with just being yourself, this episode is equal parts truth, therapy, and “I said what I said.”</p><p>Expect humor, honesty, and a reminder that being unapologetically you isn’t dangerous — it’s revolutionary.</p><p>⚡️ <em>Listen for the story, stay for the chaos, and leave with your head held high.</em></p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>Yes</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Episode 3: From Trash Bags to Hot Tubs</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Out Loud, Nicko Coleman shares a personal journey filled with humor, emotional revelations, and insights into queer culture. From a surprise getaway for their wife, to discussing the latest in queer news and sports, Nicko navigates through various topics while also delving into their own experiences with trauma and healing. The conversation highlights the importance of sharing one's story and the power of community support.<br></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Out Loud, Nicko Coleman shares a personal journey filled with humor, emotional revelations, and insights into queer culture. From a surprise getaway for their wife, to discussing the latest in queer news and sports, Nicko navigates through various topics while also delving into their own experiences with trauma and healing. The conversation highlights the importance of sharing one's story and the power of community support.<br></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Episode 2: Holy to Homo</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Out Loud with Nicko, Nicko dives into personal experiences surrounding LGBTQ+ identity, the challenges of coming out, and the importance of community and support. They discuss the intersection of politics and human rights, shares insights on pop culture phenomena like 'Welcome to Plathville', and expresses a deep passion for women's basketball. The conversation emphasizes the journey of self-acceptance, the struggles of living authentically, and the significance of finding joy in one's identity.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Out Loud with Nicko, Nicko dives into personal experiences surrounding LGBTQ+ identity, the challenges of coming out, and the importance of community and support. They discuss the intersection of politics and human rights, shares insights on pop culture phenomena like 'Welcome to Plathville', and expresses a deep passion for women's basketball. The conversation emphasizes the journey of self-acceptance, the struggles of living authentically, and the significance of finding joy in one's identity.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Out Loud with Nicko, Nicko dives into personal experiences surrounding LGBTQ+ identity, the challenges of coming out, and the importance of community and support. They discuss the intersection of politics and human rights, shares insights on pop culture phenomena like 'Welcome to Plathville', and expresses a deep passion for women's basketball. The conversation emphasizes the journey of self-acceptance, the struggles of living authentically, and the significance of finding joy in one's identity.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the inaugural episode of 'Out Loud with Nicko', host Nicko Coleman introduces the podcast as a space for misfits, queers, and creatives navigating identity and healing from trauma. Nicko shares their journey of self-acceptance, leaving behind societal expectations, and embracing their true self. The podcast aims to foster a community where listeners can explore themes of mental health, creativity, and personal growth, encouraging everyone to live authentically and out loud.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the inaugural episode of 'Out Loud with Nicko', host Nicko Coleman introduces the podcast as a space for misfits, queers, and creatives navigating identity and healing from trauma. Nicko shares their journey of self-acceptance, leaving behind societal expectations, and embracing their true self. The podcast aims to foster a community where listeners can explore themes of mental health, creativity, and personal growth, encouraging everyone to live authentically and out loud.</p>]]>
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