Brandon Wolf: Pulse Survivor, Activist, and the Promise to Never Stop Fighting

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Queer Talker

Ben Cicchetti

20 episodes

6 days ago

Queer Talker is a podcast celebrating the stories and journeys of LGBTQ+ individuals from all walks of life, from business leaders to celebrities and influencers. Through open and authentic conversations, we explore themes of identity, authenticity, and the power of living boldly.

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Brandon Wolf: Pulse Survivor, Activist, and the Promise to Never Stop Fighting

Queer Talker

1 hour 24 seconds

2 months ago

Brandon Wolf: Pulse Survivor, Activist, and the Promise to Never Stop Fighting

In this episode of Queer Talker, host Ben Cicchetti sits down with Brandon Wolf — survivor of the Pulse nightclub shooting, national press secretary for the Human Rights Campaign, and one of the most powerful voices for LGBTQ+ equality in the United States.

Brandon shares his journey from growing up in a small conservative town, to finding chosen family and queer spaces that gave him the courage to be unapologetically himself. He opens up about his best friend Drew, the night of the Pulse tragedy, and the promise he made to keep fighting for a world Drew would be proud of.

From the desecration of sacred memorials to the resilience of a community that refuses to be erased, Brandon speaks candidly about grief, advocacy, and the work still to be done. He also reminds us of the joy, hope, and humanity at the heart of queer liberation — and why giving up is never an option.

This is a conversation about loss, resilience, and the fight for a future where everyone can live unapologetically and authentically.

Chapters

00:00 Queer Panic: A Fun Introduction

04:27 Exploring Identity and Safe Spaces

07:33 The Impact of Community and Chosen Family

10:31 Reflections on Family and Early Influences

13:34 Awakening to Queerness: Media and Real Life Experiences

16:16 Finding Authenticity and Belonging

19:26 Life Before Pulse: Dreams and Aspirations

22:34 The Significance of Pulse Nightclub

25:12 Community Resilience After Tragedy

30:07 Refusing to be Erased: The Resilience of the Queer Community