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PJ Brescia Episode 47

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On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Kelley Robinson (she/her), President of the Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization. Recorded at the historic Black Cat in Los Angeles and released around Trans Day of Visibility, this conversation explores leadership, visibility, and the responsibility we all have in protecting and uplifting our community.

Kelley shares her journey growing up on the South Side of Chicago, the role her family played in shaping her values, and how storytelling, faith, and collective action continue to guide her work today. Together, we talk about the evolving nature of coming out, the importance of deep connection across communities, and why showing up — even in small ways — can create meaningful change.

We also discuss the origins of National Coming Out Day, the urgent need to support Trans people and their families, and how each of us can help build a future rooted in dignity, safety, and belonging.

Because the truth is simple: we are building the future together.

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BabyGay™ Podcast, released every Thursday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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