Maria from Michigan (Week 1)

Nikki and Emma introduce the “It’s About Being Seen” podcast, and explain how it all came to be. Nikki shares stories about their young gender fluid self and Emma shares when she has felt the most seen. We hope you enjoy this honest conversation! Thank you for being a part of the Pride 5k community.

Meet Jen, a camera technician living in Portland, Oregon. Last year, Jen came out as bisexual on Twitter. She talks about the consistency of identity and how coming out simply affirms who she is. She also talks photography, triathlons, and surfing. 

Meet Maria, a Michigan native who works for Disney in Orlando, Florida. During our conversation, Maria shares her coming out journey and offers profound advice for people still in the closet. If you want to hear some wisdom, take a listen.

Meet Scott, a San Diego native who lives with his wife Katie in New York City. In 2020, Scott used the Pride 5k to fundraise money for the Trevor Project and to come out about his bisexual identity to friends and family. Scott's story is a powerful reminder that it is never too late to show up as you are.

Meet Sydnee, a college student at the University of Kansas. She talks about her support of the Trevor Project and her experience coming out to family and friends during quarantine. Sydnee reminds us that gender identity and sexuality are valid regardless of a person's coming out process or any negative response.