S2E26 with Brandon Wolf - Turning Remembrance Into Action

At a time when the LGBTQ+ community is facing increasing attacks on our rights, our safety, and our very existence, my guest reminds us why visibility, courage, and compassion still matter.Meet Brandon Wolf — National Press Secretary for the Human Rights Campaign, nationally recognized civil rights and gun safety advocate, bestselling author, and survivor of the Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando. For so many, Pulse was meant to be a sanctuary of joy, connection, and freedom. Instead, it became a stark reminder of what can happen when hate is allowed to take root. That night, Brandon survived, but he lost his best friends, Drew and Juan, along with 47 others — a loss that continues to shape his life, advocacy, and our collective responsibility to one another.In the years since, Brandon has transformed unimaginable grief into purpose-driven action. Through his advocacy, storytelling, and leadership, he has become a fierce voice for love, safety, and justice — reminding us that honoring those we’ve lost means fighting for a future where everyone can live fully, safely, and unapologetically as who they are.In this episode, we talk about grief, resilience, courage, and what it means to keep showing up — even when the cost has been profound and painful. We discuss why our stories matter, why community matters, and why living your truth boldly, loudly, and authentically is one of the most powerful acts of resistance there is.This is a conversation about love.About remembrance.About the courage it takes to keep going.Brandon has impacted my life is so many ways since our paths crossed and I am all the better for it.  I am proud to call him not only a friend, but a true change-maker in our world.  Welcome to the conversation.  To learn more about Brandon, his book, his advocacy and where to find him on social media, visit:  https://brandonwolf.us/Send us Fan MailThank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!  Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com