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Ep 16 - TEDx Speaker Brian Gorman - From Lonely Childhood to Change Leader

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Summary

In EP16, I sat down with Brian Gorman — a speaker, author, change coach, LGBTQ+ rights advocate, and adoptive father — to explore his extraordinary journey through identity, transformation, and the many faces of change.

Brian opens up about growing up as a lonely and introverted child, learning the value of hard work early on, and stepping into leadership as a student activist at Syracuse University. His coming out in the 1980s marked another pivotal chapter — one that deepened his empathy and commitment to driving meaningful change.

One of the most powerful parts of our conversation? Brian shares how photography unexpectedly led him to his son, through adoption — a moment that forever changed his life.

From corporate consulting to social advocacy, Brian’s life is proof that embracing change leads to growth — personally, professionally, and spiritually.

Highlights:

  • How a lonely childhood built a foundation of resilience - Working 7 days a week for the family business
  • Coming out in the 1980s and navigating identity
  • Challenging stereotypes and sparking social change at Syracuse University
  • How photography led him to adopt his son
  • Transforming from consultant to change coach
  • Using storytelling to heal and empower
  • The ongoing journey of learning - You are Never Alone

Keywords

identity, change, adoption, LGBTQ+, childhood, storytelling, leadership, transformation, self-discovery, photography, activism, resilience, parenting, growth, healing

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Summary

In EP16, I sat down with Brian Gorman — a speaker, author, change coach, LGBTQ+ rights advocate, and adoptive father — to explore his extraordinary journey through identity, transformation, and the many faces of change.

Brian opens up about growing up as a lonely and introverted child, learning the value of hard work early on, and stepping into leadership as a student activist at Syracuse University. His coming out in the 1980s marked another pivotal chapter — one that deepened his empathy and commitment to driving meaningful change.

One of the most powerful parts of our conversation? Brian shares how photography unexpectedly led him to his son, through adoption — a moment that forever changed his life.

From corporate consulting to social advocacy, Brian’s life is proof that embracing change leads to growth — personally, professionally, and spiritually.

Highlights:

  • How a lonely childhood built a foundation of resilience - Working 7 days a week for the family business
  • Coming out in the 1980s and navigating identity
  • Challenging stereotypes and sparking social change at Syracuse University
  • How photography led him to adopt his son
  • Transforming from consultant to change coach
  • Using storytelling to heal and empower
  • The ongoing journey of learning - You are Never Alone

Keywords

identity, change, adoption, LGBTQ+, childhood, storytelling, leadership, transformation, self-discovery, photography, activism, resilience, parenting, growth, healing

Support the show

Intrigued by the conversation? Get involve using the following ways:

  continue reading

19 episodes

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