Out & Proud
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.
Episodes
20 episodes
Ep. 19 | 3 simple steps for financial wellness
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. <...
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Ep. 18 | Relationships built along the way (ft. Wendy John)
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. ...
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Ep. 17 | Enjoy the journey (ft. Theron)
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...
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Ep. 16 | What is love? (ft. Karen Berdugo)
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...
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Ep. 15 | I was the beneficiary of visibility
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 Invest...
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Ep. 14 | History of Pride (ft. John Basile)
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 ...
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Ep. 13 | We're celebrating for a reason
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 necessari...
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Ep. 12 | You need to accept yourself (ft. Amit Dhariwal)
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 ind...
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Ep. 11 | I feel completely liberated (ft. Kendall Messick)
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 podcas...
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Ep. 10 | Every journey starts with the first step (ft. Brian Walker)
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 in...
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Ep. 9 | At the end of the day, things do get better (ft. Michael Jakubowski)
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 ...
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Ep. 8 | Taking a step out and challenging yourself to act (ft. Seth Ide)
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 action...
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Ep. 7 | I was tired of not being myself (ft. Jeff Adams)
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 professi...
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Ep. 6 | It's not a phase, it's who I am (ft. Matt Brooks)
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...
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Ep. 5 | I just needed to be there and be supportive (ft. Rich Compson)
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 LGBT...
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Ep. 4 | I really want to help any person be their best self (ft. Rob Cummings)
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 ...
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Ep. 3 | It was just me being me (ft. Natalia Flores)
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 ...
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Ep. 2 | I had no difficulty being my authentic self at work (ft. Tom Lescoe)
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...
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Ep. 1 | Meeting my wife has been a really unique journey for me (ft. Charu Kehar)
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 no...
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