She went from being homeless in college to launching a thriving IV therapy business. Nurse entrepreneur Mariele Suriel joins Shannon Whittington to talk resilience, representation, and rising beyond expectations.

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She’s 102, fierce, and full of wisdom. Dr. Shannon Whittington sits down with opera legend Laveda Johnson to talk forgiveness, faith, friendship—and how to live a full, unapologetic life.

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When one dream ends, another begins.

Wendy Stevens went from a life-altering accident to becoming a champion in business and life. In this episode of Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Proud, she shares how resilience, reinvention, and bouncing back like Wonder Woman became her superpowers.

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What happens when you stop shrinking and start trusting your intuition? In this episode, I share the story of how I went from being underestimated to leading a life-saving code—and how pride, when rooted in truth and service, is nothing to be ashamed of. This one’s for anyone who's ever been told to quiet down, sit back, or be less. Not anymore. We shine here.

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What if the thing missing in our world isn’t policy—it’s proximity? In this episode, I open up about moving, unexpected friendship, neighborly love, and why helping people—whether we’re “related” or not—is the truest expression of humanity. It’s time to build community, on purpose.

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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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