07/16/2026
GLAAD Hangout with host Jerron Herman (Jerron) and special guests Lolo Spencer (Lauren “Lolo” Spencer) and Jillian Mercado (jillian mercado).
Lolo Spencer, the Film Independent Spirit Award-nominated actress, advocate, and author, and Jillian Mercado, the groundbreaking actress, iconic model, and activist, are brilliant, culture-shifting forces redefining authentic representation across Hollywood and fashion. Together, they are the co-hosts of the fabulous We’ve Been Like This podcast, a necessary space exploring identity, power, pop culture, and who gets seen, heard, and centered in modern media.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month, both powerhouses are celebrated for openly, boldly, and rawly tackling industry stigmas, demanding authentic inclusion, and centering disabled joy. From starring in major television hits to disrupting high fashion, Lolo and Jillian consistently use their platforms to deliver humanizing, unfiltered, and uplifting discussions.
Beyond the podcast, Lolo is a lifestyle advocate sharing vital perspectives in her book Access Your Drive and Enjoy the Ride and her weekly newsletter, while Jillian continues to redefine modern beauty standards from her historic campaigns for Calvin Klein and Olay to her standout role on The L Word: Generation Q.
Award-winning dancer and 2024 United States Artists Fellow Jerron Herman brings his expertise in creating images of freedom on global stages to this vital conversation. Together, they will dive into the power of visibility, the intersection of art and advocacy, and what it means to lead with unapologetic authenticity in an industry that is constantly being pushed to evolve.
