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Sounds,02 Nov 2026,41 mins,

Should I come out to my parents at 41? Graham and Maria get emotional

Wanging On with Graham Norton and Maria McErlane
Contains very strong language, adult humour, some scenes of a sexual nature and some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting.

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No, you’re crying! This week, Graham and Maria share a very emotional response as a listener asks: shall I come out to my elderly parents before it’s too late? Plus, Graham spills Drag Race secrets, the pair wang on about their social media gripes, approaching fashion beyond mid-life and both agree that specific pegging requirements are not as weird as they sound. For details of organisations which offer advice and support relating to sexuality or gender, go online to bbc.co.uk/actionline. WangingOn@listen.co.uk is the email address for your dilemmas. Wanging On drops every Monday on BBC Sounds! Email your dilemma to the show: WangingOn@listen.co.uk is our address. Wanging On with Graham and Maria is produced by Platform Media. Disclaimer: Graham and Maria are not qualified professionals and do not offer professional advice. The topics discussed on this podcast are based on personal experiences and opinions, and should not be taken as expert advice. If any of the issues raised affect you, please visit https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline for further support.

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