Episode Description
What happens when a teenage volunteer at Planned Parenthood witnesses ACT UP's graphic design revolution and decides to build a career at the intersection of creativity and activism?
In this episode of Synching Up, Jake sits down with Shane Lukas, creative strategist and owner of A Great Idea, who's spent 25 years proving that design isn't just about aesthetics—it's a tool for resistance and social change.
They discuss:
- How working with Planned Parenthood taught him that storytelling could create space for dignity and recognition
- The brutal truth about platform power
- Leadership advice that hits hard: when others shine, you shine too
- Why Power Beyond Pride means thinking about all the values—not just one—that make queer communities powerful agents of change
From grassroots organizing to working with healthcare and education partners nationwide, Shane's story is about merging purpose with strategy and recognizing the fullness of people in every interaction.
Show Notes
- Power Beyond Pride Podcast
- Shane's First TED Talk
- Shane's Upcoming book: "The Advocacy Advantage" (late 2025/early 2026)