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October 31, 2025 38 mins
In this Halloween episode of 40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk., host Rick Clemons sits down with UK-based author and creative professional Ricky Baxter to explore what it means to keep your creativity alive as a gay man over 40. They dive deep into the pressures LGBTQ+ men face to “fit in,” the fear of criticism that often silences creative expression, and why reclaiming your authentic voice is essential for aging with self-worth. From Ricky’s fantasy novel Blue Luna and the Apex Grail to lessons about relationships, rejection, and resilience, this conversation is a powerful reminder that creativity is not just art—it’s survival. In this episode you'll discover
  1. Why many gay men suppress their creativity—and how breaking free can restore confidence.
  2. How embracing creativity can help you resist settling for less in relationships and life.
  3. Why criticism doesn’t define you—and how to keep creating even when others don’t “get it.”

About Ricky

Ricky Baxter is a London born, fantasy author of novels and short novellas, amounting to 13 titles .

He is an avid blogger, speaker and workshop leader, giving advice and thoughts to fellow creators from all walks of life. Starting out as a composer since graduating with a Ba(Hons) in music and multimedia, Ricky worked for many independent short film directors, gaining notable IMDB credits.

Since then, he has embraced his earlier passion for writing fictional stories.

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