Straight Lines | Tom Leyden: From Emmy Awards to Westwood Living — Reinventing Purpose After the Spotlight

On this episode of Straight Lines, Tim Neiman sits down with longtime Boston sports broadcaster Tom Leyden to talk about what happens when a distinguished career suddenly shifts direction. After more than two decades in television — covering iconic teams, earning multiple Emmy Awards, and serving as sports director in major markets — Tom was unexpectedly laid off . What followed wasn’t retreat — it was reinvention. Tom founded TenSeventeen Enterprises, named in honor of his late brother-in-law, and launched Westwood Living, a hyper-local magazine and media platform that connects businesses, schools, nonprofits, and residents in his hometown . Westwood Living isn’t just a publication — it’s a community connector. Through print, digital media, events, and podcasting, Tom built a model centered on: Local storytelling that matters Sponsorships rooted in community trust Leadership through service Turning “no” into momentum Building culture through ownership and accountability This episode is about writing your next chapter — even when you didn’t choose the ending of the last one. It’s about clarity. It’s about trust. And it’s about taking pride in what you build next. Sponsored by Blueboook Sports The most connected platform in amateur sports. Profiles. Recruiting. Verified metrics. Direct communication. If you’re serious about standing out — get in the system.Download Bluebook Sports today. and CorVive Clean performance nutrition built for serious athletes and leaders. Energy. Hydration. Recovery. No crash. No junk. Get 30% off your first order with code BLUEBOOK.