{"podcast":{"title":"Living OUT Loud Podcast","slug":"living-out-loud-podcast-6581694","podcast_index_feed_id":6581694,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/6Owol3AT.rss","website_url":"https://LivingOUTLoud333.podbean.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/7149dc22-0b43-4bb3-bc03-38c1061b7fe6/The_Connect_Effect_Modern_Logo7b1fe.jpg","author":"michele flamer","episode_count":163,"summary":"Living OUT Loud with Michele Flamer is a space for courage, truth, and belonging. The podcast celebrates Queer voices and the people in our communities who are living out loud with intention. Each episode lifts up authentic stories of self-discovery, purpose, and the moments that shaped who we become. Michele welcomes a wide range of guests who are opening doors and extending their hearts. From everyday heroes to community organizers, from artists and authors to politicians and advocates, these conversations honor the resilience and bravery found in Queer communities across the country. Together, they explore what it means to lead with vulnerability, to create connection, and to stand firmly in our truth. Through honest conversation, curiosity, and compassion, Michele invites listeners to reflect on their own stories and the power of showing up as their whole selves. Because when we live out loud, we create space for others to do the same. Thanks for listening and sharing. Stay Loud and Stay Proud! Michele","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-out-loud-podcast-6581694"},"episode":{"title":"Bertie Gardner","slug":"bertie-gardner","published_at":"2026-05-06T08:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-out-loud-podcast-6581694/bertie-gardner","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-out-loud-podcast-6581694","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3862c1a4e44a3a3789d44fa7aa582a113aaebed4da37f7f21aef36914aab28e1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjMTYwZjlkMy1jMzUyLTRjNmYtOWE4NC1kNDAxMzgzODJhZTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MTQ5ZGMyMi0wYjQzLTRiYjMtYmMwMy0zOGMxMDYxYjdmZTYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTIzNjY0YjFhNzczNTc1OGI0ZjUyZjAiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmOTNkYzdkNGRmNjdmZWRiM2FhNjM1L21pY2hlbGUtZmxhbWVyLXBvd2VsbHMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS01X18yLTQ1LTU5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3862c1a4e44a3a3789d44fa7aa582a113aaebed4da37f7f21aef36914aab28e1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjMTYwZjlkMy1jMzUyLTRjNmYtOWE4NC1kNDAxMzgzODJhZTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MTQ5ZGMyMi0wYjQzLTRiYjMtYmMwMy0zOGMxMDYxYjdmZTYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTIzNjY0YjFhNzczNTc1OGI0ZjUyZjAiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmOTNkYzdkNGRmNjdmZWRiM2FhNjM1L21pY2hlbGUtZmxhbWVyLXBvd2VsbHMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS01X18yLTQ1LTU5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Living OUT Loud, Michele sits down with Bertie Gardner, Program Director at LGBTQ Saves, for a powerful conversation about creating safe spaces, building trust, and supporting LGBTQ+ youth in meaningful ways. Bertie shares the heart behind their work, what inspired their journey into advocacy, and the real-life impact of providing access to resources, education, and community for those who need it most. Together, they explore the gaps that remain in support and financial empowerment, and why this work is more urgent than ever. This episode is a reminder that connection, compassion, and intentional action can truly change lives. Tune in for a conversation centered on resilience, belonging, and the power of showing up for others. #podcast #queerspaces #lgbtq #livingoutloud #texas","meta_description":"In this episode of Living OUT Loud, Michele sits down with Bertie Gardner, Program Director at LGBTQ Saves, for a powerful conversation about creating saf…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3348,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/living-out-loud-podcast-6581694/episodes/bertie-gardner/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-out-loud-podcast-6581694/bertie-gardner.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}