When Dr. Shannon Whittington launched a simple calendar honoring LGBTQ+ holidays, she never expected the hate that followed. In this raw and powerful Pride Month episode, she shares the story of public backlash, personal resilience, and why sometimes the boldest thing you can do is fail—loudly and unapologetically.

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What if a simple $1 candle and a handwritten card could spark connection, conversation, and community? In this episode, I share how a small act of kindness turned my high-rise into a haven—and how we can all be the light in someone else’s hallway. Let’s bring back what’s missing. Let’s bring back us.

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Have you ever felt overlooked, dismissed, or just plain left out? Welcome to Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Proud., where host Dr. Shannon Whittington gets real about invisibility, identity, and reclaiming your voice. In this kickoff episode, Shannon shares powerful stories of being picked last on the playground — and in life — and why now is the time to stop hiding. If you've ever felt unseen but know you're meant for more, this is the community for you.

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Have you ever felt overlooked, dismissed, or like you just didn’t belong? In this powerful debut episode of Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Proud, Dr. Shannon Whittington opens up about her journey from being picked last in kickball to becoming a celebrated nurse, author, and advocate. Through personal stories filled with humor, vulnerability, and truth, she explains why now is the time to launch this podcast—and why it’s for you. If you’ve ever felt like the outsider, this is your invitation to finally feel seen, heard, and proud.

Join the movement, laugh with us, and let’s create a kinder, braver world—together.

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Welcome to the premiere episode of Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Proud., the podcast for anyone who’s ever longed for connection, community, and the courage to step into their light.

In this heartfelt and humorous debut, Dr. Shannon Whittington shares her personal journey from the quiet countryside to the towering high-rises of New York City—and the culture shock that came with it. Feeling disconnected and invisible, Shannon decided to change her world with a simple, intentional act of kindness: a candle and a note.

What unfolded next was a transformation—not just of her apartment building’s lobby, but of the way neighbors connected, supported each other, and built community from the inside out.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why Dr. Shannon believes community is essential to mental and emotional health
• How one small gesture led to deep connections and unexpected leadership
• A powerful reminder that you don’t need permission to create change
• The mission behind this podcast: to build a place where every voice matters
  
  

This is more than a podcast—it’s a movement. And it starts with you.

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