Encore: Doug Boudin joins Heal 2 Feel for a candid, funny, and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation that goes far beyond what listeners usually hear on Jeff Lewis Live.

In this episode, Doug opens up about growing up in New York, knowing he was different from an early age, coming out after college, and what it’s been like to build a full life rooted in curiosity, humor, friendship, and authenticity. He shares stories about family, first crushes, past relationships, heartbreak, and the kind of partner he’d still love to find.

Doug also talks about how he first connected with Jeff Lewis, what it’s really like being part of the Jeff Lewis Live universe, how he handles teasing and criticism, and why the joy of live radio has become such a meaningful creative outlet for him.

The conversation also dives into Doug’s love of cooking, his Instagram live series Cook & Kibbitz, his truffle salt collaboration, and the career dreams he’s still manifesting — from lasting love to a series regular role.

It’s warm, witty, vulnerable, and full of the exact charm that has made Doug such a beloved voice.

00:00 Doug’s charm, humor, and why everyone loves him
02:30 First time in Calabasas and the gate drama
04:00 Accents, languages, and Doug’s love of words
05:55 Doug reveals his full name and unusual middle name
07:30 Why Doug knows so much: music, memory, and lifelong learning
10:30 Growing up in New York and family dynamics
12:25 Doug’s parents, his father’s passing, and his childhood home life
15:50 When Doug first knew he was different
17:10 Coming out, early crushes, and first celebrity attractions
20:20 Doug’s past relationships, including dating a rabbi
23:40 Does Doug want a life partner?
24:20 Solo travel, companionship, and building a life you enjoy now
25:50 Doug describes his ideal man
27:45 Cooking, etiquette, and how his mom shaped his food world
29:40 How Doug met Jeff Lewis
32:30 What Doug loves most about being on Jeff Lewis Live
35:35 Does Jeff ever take the teasing too far?
36:45 Hate messages, homophobia, and staying authentic
40:15 Doug’s closest friendships from the Jeff Lewis world
43:45 Mary, F, Kill: Jeff Lewis Live edition
45:50 The chumps Doug misses most
48:20 If Doug could change one thing about Jeff Lewis Live
49:20 Doug’s biggest fears: death, pain, and poverty
50:00 Doug’s dream career and what he still wants most
51:00 Doug’s day job in LGBTQ+ marketing
53:05 Cook & Kibbitz, truffle salt, and where to follow Doug

Doug Boudin appears to use the handle @doug_boudin and promotes Cook & Kibbitz there; his truffle salt collaboration is sold through Saltery.

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Hosts: Liat Gerszt & Mercedes “MJ” Javid
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