EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 58 MIN
Mike Maimone Interview: Howard Bragman, Grief, Music & LGBTQIA+ Legacy
from Obermann Amplified · host Kristen Obermann
Welcome to Obermann Amplified hit that like and subscribehttps://www.youtube.com/@ObermannAmplifiedPurchase Mike's Book and Album at https://www.mikemaimone.com/For music biz coaching and Pinto LUXEkristenfordmusic.comWhat happens when love, loss, and music collide?In this moving conversation, singer-songwriter Mike Maimone shares the story of his life with legendary LGBTQ+ advocate and public relations pioneer Howard Bragman, and how he has navigated grief since Howard's passing. Through raw honesty and powerful storytelling, Mike discusses finding purpose after loss, honoring Howard's legacy, and channeling his emotions into music that resonates with anyone who has loved deeply.Mike also talks about his book, Guess What? I Love You, a heartfelt exploration of love, remembrance, and the messages that endure long after we're gone. Together, we explore LGBTQ+ visibility, marriage equality, mental health, healing through creativity, and the enduring power of queer love.Howard Bragman spent decades helping LGBTQ+ people live authentically and proudly. This interview celebrates that legacy while highlighting how Mike continues to carry it forward through his music, advocacy, and storytelling.Topics include:• Mike Maimone's journey through grief and healing• Remembering Howard Bragman and his impact on the LGBTQ+ community• The inspiration behind Guess What? I Love You• Music as a tool for processing loss• LGBTQ+ relationships, marriage, and visibility• Mental health and resilience• Pride, authenticity, and living openly• Keeping a loved one's legacy aliveWhether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, a fan of singer-songwriters, interested in grief and recovery, or looking for an inspiring story about enduring love, this conversation offers hope, insight, and connection.Subscribe for more conversations with LGBTQ+ artists, musicians, authors, advocates, and changemakers.#MikeMaimone #HowardBragman #LGBTQ #PrideMonth #GayMen #QueerLove #SingerSongwriter #LGBTQArtists #GriefJourney #LoveAndLoss #MentalHealth #Pride #LGBTQCommunity #GayMarriage #QueerStories #IndependentMusic #LGBTQAdvocate #HowardBragmanLegacy #MusicAndHealing #GuessWhatILoveYou
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