#342 Brian Sims: From State House to Soul Work—Driving Change With Smarter Tools — Part One

From a military childhood to a college football captain, Brian Sims didn’t exactly grow up in activist circles. But a fiercely independent mother and a slow-burning coming-out story set the stage for something bigger. In Part One, Brian, the CEO of Agenda PAC, opens up about finding his voice, leaving law for civil rights work, and eventually winning his first election—becoming the first out gay man elected to Pennsylvania’s state legislature. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Raised by Leaders “Both my parents were lieutenant colonels. I grew up on army bases, but my mom was always the only woman in uniform.” Confidence Is Contagious “She wasn’t arrogant. She just always knew who she was.” Coming Out Through Brotherhood “My football teammates asked if I was gay… and then wrapped me in the most awkward but beautiful kind of love.” A Gay Job and a Day Job “I had a law firm paycheck. But my soul work? LGBTQ civil rights.” Why He Ran “I couldn’t change their minds. So I ran to change the people holding the power.” David vs. Goliath “She’d been in office since I was three years old. I beat her by 233 votes.” _______________________________ Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Brian Sims --Chief Change Officer-- Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself. Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep, Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts. EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist. 20 Million+ All-Time Downloads. 80+ Countries Reached Daily. Global Top 1% Podcast. Top 5 US Business. Top 1 US Careers. >>>180,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<