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Out & Proud is an LGBTQ+ podcast celebrating authenticity and intersectionality. Fidelity associates share their personal stories focusing on themes of coming out in society and being empowered to be out in the workplace. Whether you are a member of the community or you're demonstrating acts of allyship we invite you to live Out & Proud! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

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    • May 22, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES

    5 from 36 ratings Listeners of Out & Proud that love the show mention: community, stories, share, looking forward, like, great.


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    The Out & Proud podcast is an exceptional platform that truly showcases the inclusivity and acceptance exhibited by Fidelity towards the LGBTQ+ community. This podcast provides a powerful outlet for individuals to share their personal journeys of self-acceptance, highlighting the unique obstacles they have overcome. It is refreshing to witness how society has evolved in terms of accepting the LGBTQ+ community, as these stories illustrate.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to humanize individuals whose experiences and journeys are often politicized. By providing an uninterrupted voice for members of the LGBTQ+ community, listeners have the opportunity to gain a perspective that they might not have previously considered. This exposure can lead to adjusting behaviors that may unknowingly be harmful or discriminatory, fostering empathy and acceptance.

    Furthermore, The Out & Proud podcast acts as a source of inspiration and optimism. The stories shared are relatable and engaging, leaving listeners feeling moved and motivated. It is truly heartening to hear about personal growth and self-discovery from those who have embraced their true authentic selves. Moreover, by sharing these experiences, this podcast helps instill hope in those who may not yet have fully accepted their own identities.

    While it is challenging to find any drawbacks to this podcast, one could argue that more diverse perspectives could be included. While allies sharing their support is important, incorporating voices from different backgrounds within the LGBTQ+ community would further enhance the overall representation and understanding.

    In conclusion, The Out & Proud podcast serves as an exemplary platform for members of the LGBTQ+ community to share their personal stories without interruption or judgment. It fosters inclusivity and empathy among listeners by showcasing diverse journeys of self-acceptance. This podcast has undoubtedly opened doors for much-needed conversations surrounding equality and has the power to inspire positive change in both individuals and corporations alike. I eagerly look forward to future episodes that continue to shed light on these impactful narratives.



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    Latest episodes from Out & Proud

    Ep. 19 | 3 simple steps for financial wellness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 25:32


    In this episode of the podcast, Fidelity associates share their personal stories about their unique needs when it comes to money. This conversation explores ways to save, spend, and invest for the future and how to make better decisions. Enjoy!Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 18 | Relationships built along the way (ft. Wendy John)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 41:46


    In this latest episode of the podcast, Wendy John shares her perspective and journey as the Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion for the past 3+ years at Fidelity. She shares what she's learned and how we can carry D&I efforts forward. Enjoy! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 17 - Enjoy the journey (ft. Theron)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 25:49


    In this latest episode of the podcast, Theron shares how they approach the idea of ‘goal-setting' for each new year. They also took time to detail how a new year and new situations are opportunities for individuals to start fresh and ‘enjoy the journey', enjoy! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 16 | What is love? (ft. Karen Berdugo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 25:55


    In this latest episode of the podcast, Karen Berdugo shares her journey and how she answered the question ‘what is love?' for herself, enjoy! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 15 | I was the beneficiary of visibility

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 35:19


    In this latest episode of the podcast, a few different Fidelity Pride members share what Pride Month means to them, enjoy! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 14 | History of Pride (ft. John Basile)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 29:00


    In this latest episode of the podcast, former Head of Diversity & Inclusion, John Basile, stopped by to share a little history of Pride, Employee Resource Groups, and D&I at Fidelity, enjoy! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 13 | We're celebrating for a reason

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 16:52


    In this latest episode of the podcast, we interviewed a few different Fidelity employees at a Pride event back in June about how they can live Out & Proud! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 12 | You need to accept yourself (ft. Amit Dhariwal)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 21:21


    In this latest episode of the podcast, Amit Dhariwal shares his coming out story from a global perspective and how Fidelity incited passion and confidence to help him live Out & Proud! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 11 | I feel completely liberated (ft. Kendall Messick)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 26:53


    Kendall Messick feels liberated living Out & Proud! In this episode, Kendall shares how a specific life-changing event this past year became a turning point in reflecting on how he wants to show up at work. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 10 | Every journey starts with the first step (ft. Brian Walker)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2021 21:02


    Brian Walker feels free to live Out & Proud! In this episode of the podcast, Brian shares his personal journey to live Out & Proud and the story of meeting and marrying his husband. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 9 | At the end of the day, things do get better (ft. Michael Jakubowski)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 17:19


    In this latest episode of the podcast Michael Jakubowski tells us how he navigated his personal journey of beginning to embrace his full self and how Fidelity helped him live Out & Proud! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 8 | Taking a step out and challenging yourself to act (ft. Seth Ide)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 20:56


    Seth Ide proudly demonstrates his allyship every day. In this episode, Seth discusses how his personal connections to the LGBTQ+ community empowered him to be a more active ally for others, transforming his allyship from listening into actionable steps. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 7 | I was tired of not being myself (ft. Jeff Adams)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 24:25


    Jeff Adams has lived Out & Proud since day one! In this episode Jeff discusses how making the decision to authentically be himself since starting at Fidelity has impacted his experiences both personally and professionally. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 6 | It's not a phase, it's who I am (ft. Matt Brooks)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 21:47


    Matt Brooks knows how to live Out & Proud! In this episode Matt discusses how his loving and open home environment empowered him to thrive and be his authentic self in all aspects of his life. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 5 | I just needed to be there and be supportive (ft. Rich Compson)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 20:10


    Rich Compson demonstrates his Out & Proud acts of allyship! Rich discusses how his allyship grew from quiet, passive support to active engagement over the years. He is a great example of showing up personally and professionally for the LGBTQ+ community. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 4 | I really want to help any person be their best self (ft. Rob Cummings)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 20:01


    Rob Cummings shares his personal story about how he feels empowered to be Out and Proud! Rob’s story shines a light on how far we’ve come and helps encourage others who are on their own journeys. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 3 | It was just me being me (ft. Natalia Flores)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 21:31


    Natalia Flores embraces being Out & Proud and creates safe spaces for all! She joins us to share her perspective on how Fidelity has supported her personal journey and how she was able to pay it forward along the way. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Ep. 2 | I had no difficulty being my authentic self at work (ft. Tom Lescoe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 19:20


    Tom Lescoe has been at Fidelity for decades and consistently feels empowered to be Out & Proud! He shares the different twists and turns his life has taken and how Fidelity has supported him every step of the way. Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments. 

    Ep. 1 | Meeting my wife has been a really unique journey for me (ft. Charu Kehar)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 19:57


    Charu Kehar has embraced being Out & Proud and joins us to share her truly personal story of meeting her wife, moving from India to Texas, and getting married. Enjoy! Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

    Out & Proud Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 0:58


    This is the trailer for Out & Proud, a Fidelity Investments podcast. Out & Proud is an LGBTQ+ podcast celebrating authenticity and intersectionality! In this podcast associates share their personal stories focusing on themes of coming out in society and being empowered to be out in the workplace. Whether you are a member of the community or you're demonstrating acts of allyship we invite you to live Out & Proud!Opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent those of Fidelity Investments.

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