The Power of Chosen Family with Daniel Blevins, Founder of Stand In Pride

In this episode, Bryan and Jon engage with Daniel Blevins, the founder of Standin' Pride, discussing the importance of chosen family, the journey of creating a supportive community for LGBTQ+ individuals, and the personal experiences that shaped Daniel's mission. They explore the evolution of Standin' Pride from a viral TikTok video to a nonprofit organization, the significance of emotional support in various life events, and the ongoing need for community involvement and resources.YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OutLoudAndLaughing?sub_confirmation=1Time Stamps: 00:00 The Power of Chosen Family03:07 Standin' Pride: A New Beginning05:58 Personal Journey and Parenting08:56 Coming Out and Authenticity12:12 Beyond Weddings: Expanding Support14:46 Community Needs and Volunteerism17:51 Balancing Life: Hobbies and Self-Care—--Visit us at www.OutLoudAndLaughing.comListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7obVHRF8knOr0WUMOZLJnMWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvTk63DP29cMR3QjT_xkkHygIX2MZi1c9chosen family, Standin' Pride, LGBTQ+, community support, coming out, emotional support, nonprofit, parenting, technology, personal journey