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Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts
by Tony Taylor
Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts is a show about the real moments that shape us.Every week Tony Taylor sits with people who have lived through something hard and came out changed. Caregivers, creators, entrepreneurs, survivors. People in the messy middle who kept going even when it hurt.These conversations are raw, honest, and unscripted. We talk about the moments that broke you open, the choices that changed everything, and the strength you didn’t know you had.If you’re carrying a lot and trying to stay true to yourself while you build
Episodes
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Candidate for Mason County Commissioner, District 3 | Miguel Gutierrez | On The Record™
Miguel Gutierrez, a Shelton City Councilmember and candidate for Mason County Commissioner, District 3, joins Tony Taylor for a wide-ranging conversation on On The Record. Gutierrez talks about why he entered public service, his experience on the Shelton City Council, and why he believes he can...
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Washington State Representative Candidate Terry Carlson | On The Record™
Terry Carlson is the Democratic candidate for Washington State Representative in the 19th Legislative District, Position 2. In this episode of On The Record, Terry talks about growing up in Washington timber country, working as a logger, organized labor, affordability, rural healthcare…
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Candidate for WA State Representative, Kevin Moynihan | 19th LD, Position 1 | On The Record
I sat down with Kevin Moynihan for a full On The Record™ conversation about why he’s running for Washington State Representative in the 19th Legislative District, Position 1. Kevin currently serves on the Aberdeen City Council and describes himself as a working-class person who decided to run…
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State Rep. Tarra Simmons | From Prison to the Washington Legislature
Title: State Rep. Tarra Simmons | Washington's 23rd Legislative District | On The Record Washington State Representative Tarra Simmons joins me for a conversation on On The Record. Tarra represents Washington's 23rd Legislative District, Position 1, and is running for reelection. We talk about…
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Washington State Senate Candidate Tamara Stramel
Tamara Stramel is running for Washington State Senate in Washington’s 31st Legislative District. She is certified to appear in the 2026 general election. WA Secretary of State In this episode of On The Record, Tamara talks about the experiences that shaped her, why she decided to step from…
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Healing From Narcissistic Abuse: Trauma, Chronic Pain & Reclaiming Yourself
What happens after you recognize narcissistic abuse? How do you actually begin healing? In this episode of Leaders Lead, Tony Taylor sits down with narcissistic abuse recovery coach Adriana Bucci, founder of Let’s Get Your Shift Together, for an honest conversation about narcissistic abuse…
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Congressional Candidate Alex Scheel: From Combat Veteran to Anti-War Activist
Alex Scheel is a combat veteran, organizer, Democratic Socialist, and candidate for Congress in Washington’s 10th Congressional District. Alex was a late addition to this episode, and I’m glad we had the opportunity to talk. In this conversation, Alex shares how his experiences serving in Army...
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Candidate for WA State Representative, 31st Legislative District | Stephen Szczurko-Walton
Candidate for WA State Representative, 31st Legislative District, Stephen Szczurko-Walton joins On The Record™ for a long-form conversation about his background, military service, leadership, and the issues shaping his campaign. The conversation covers healthcare, affordability, Washington’s tax...
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Candidate for Congress, WA-03: Troy Rasband:
Troy Rasband joined me for On The Record to talk about why he decided to run for Congress in Washington's 3rd Congressional District and the issues driving his campaign. We talked about his story, what shaped his political views, the challenges facing working families, healthcare, immigration,...
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Kevin Moynihan: Candidate for WA State Representative, 19th LD, Position 1 | On The Record
I sat down with Washington State Rep candidate Kevin Moynihan for a candid talk about his platform and his vision for our state.We step away from the campaign trail to have a real, unscripted interview. This conversation is not a polished sound bite or a press release, but a chance to hear…
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Thurston County Commissioner Rachel Grant’s Story of Recovery, Redemption, and Second Chances
I sat down with Thurston County Commissioner Rachel Grant for a powerful and deeply human conversation about recovery, redemption, second chances, and public service. Rachel shared her story of becoming a young mother, losing her son’s father, struggling with drug use, being arrested, going…
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Open Lacey City Council Seat: What the Job Really Takes | Maren Turner
Thinking about applying for the open seat on the Lacey City Council, or just curious what the job actually involves? Apply for the open Lacey City Council position here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b3d4ed0cea6e430b8d41fbd932eb39ba In this special I’m Asking for a Friend edition of On The...
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Running for Thurston PUD Commissioner, District 3 | Christopher L. Pettit
Christopher L. Pettit is running for Thurston Public Utility District Commissioner, District 3. Pettit has spent more than 20 years working in water and environmental resource management, law, public policy, infrastructure financing, and government. But in this On the Record™ conversation, we go...
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Congressional Candidate Catherine Hildebrand: “I’m Going to Run Again”
I sat down with former congressional candidate Catherine Hildebrand for a conversation that went way beyond the campaign. Catherine ran for Congress in Washington’s 1st Congressional District in 2026. She didn’t advance out of the primary, but during our conversation she made one thing very…
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Ashley Fedan Running for Washington State House | On The Record
Who is Ashley Fedan beyond the campaign? In this episode of On The Record, I sit down with Ashley Fedan, candidate for Washington State Representative in the 11th Legislative District, for a long-form conversation about the experiences that shaped her life, her leadership, and why she's running…
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On the Record: Running for Thurston County Commissioner | Michelle Gipson
I've always believed that the best way to make an informed decision is to hear directly from the people asking for your vote.In this episode of On the Record™, I sit down with Michelle Gipson, who is running for Thurston County Commissioner, for a long-form conversation about her life…
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On the Record™: Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders
What does it really take to lead one of Washington State's largest sheriff's offices? In this episode of On the Record™, I sit down with Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders for an unscripted, long-form conversation about leadership, accountability, public safety, and the difficult decisions…
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On the Record: Running for Washington State Representative | Nick Oloo
In this episode of On the Record, Tony Taylor sits down with Nick Oloo, a candidate for Washington State Representative in Washington’s 25th Legislative District. Oloo discusses his background as a pastor, educator, social worker, community advocate, nurse, and caregiver, along with the…
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On the Record™: Running for Thurston County Sheriff | Kevin Burton-Crow
On the Record™: Running for Thurston County Sheriff | Kevin Burton-Crow Choosing a sheriff means deciding who will be trusted with protecting the public, leading law-enforcement professionals, safeguarding constitutional rights, and responding during some of the most difficult moments in people’s...
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On the Record™ Running for State Representative, 24th Legislative District | Mark Hodgson
We created On the Record™ to give voters the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates asking for their vote.Too often, we are asked to make important decisions based on campaign ads, mailers, headlines, and short soundbites. I wanted to create something different: long-form conversations...
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On the Record™: Running for Washington State Representative | Jim Pierson
Every election, we’re asked to choose the people who will make decisions that affect our families, our communities, our schools, our businesses, and our future.Yet too often, we make those decisions based on campaign ads, mailers, sound bites, headlines, or mudslinging. On the Record™ was created...
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Somatic Healing Explained: How Stress Gets Trapped in the Body | Dr. Danielle Griffith
What if the exhaustion you're feeling isn't a sign that you're working hard enough? What if it's a warning sign that your nervous system is overwhelmed? In this episode of Leaders Lead, Tony Taylor sits down with somatic educator, TEDx speaker, certified hypnotherapist, and author Dr. Danielle...
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On The Record: Angela Taylor's Journey from Sleepless Nights to the Campaign Trail
Angela Taylor never expected to run for office.As a working mother of five caring for aging parents in rural Washington, she spent years experiencing the same pressures many families face every day: rising costs, medical expenses, caregiving responsibilities, and the constant challenge of making...
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On The Record™: What Happens When Working People Aren't Heard? with Jenn Marie Strickling
In this episode of On The Record™, Tony Taylor sits down with Jenn Marie Strickling, former union laborer, artist, community organizer, Chair of the 25th Legislative District Democrats, and candidate for Washington State Representative in the 25th Legislative District. Jenn shares her journey…
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The Military Didn’t Cause My Body Dysmorphia… But It Amplified It
For most of my life, I didn’t realize I was dealing with body dysmorphia. I thought it was....comparison, overthinking, insecurity, and constantly feeling like I needed to fix myself. In this episode, I talk about where it started for me, how the Marines amplified it, and some of the things that...
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Leadership Under Scrutiny: Emily Clouse On the Record
Content note: This episode includes discussion of abuse and may be sensitive for some listeners. In this episode of Leaders Lead, Tony Taylor sits down with Thurston County Commissioner Emily Clouse for an in-depth, on-the-record conversation addressing the 2024 investigation and subsequent...
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Self-Worth: What I Learned Growing Up Without My Dad
Self-worth isn’t something I learned from a book. I learned it in the absence of someone who was supposed to be there. In this solo episode, I share a moment from my childhood that shaped how I saw myself for years… and how that belief followed me into my relationships, my work, and how I showed…
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You Don’t Have to Carry It Alone
I’m dropping a new episode every Friday so when you wake up Saturday morning, it’s there for you. This is a space for real conversations about what we’re actually going through. I know a lot of you are carrying things you don’t talk about. You don’t have to do it alone. I’m putting together a...
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I turned 40… and I can’t shake this thought. (March 24th)
I Turned 40… And Realized I’m Running Out of Time For the first time in my life, I realized I probably have more years behind me than I do in front of me. That changes how you look at everything. In this solo episode, I’m not coming to you with answers. I’m coming to you with the questions I’ve...
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My Latest Fight: April 3
In this episode, I share a personal update about the fight my family has been navigating and how it led me to step into advocacy in a deeper way. As a caregiver to a child with PANDAS PANS, I open up about the emotional weight, the challenges of navigating broken systems, and the moment I…
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Setting Boundaries Without Blame, Shame, or Guilt
If you freeze in the moment or say yes when you really want to say no, this episode gives you words you can use and a way to stand behind them. You will learn why freezing is a trauma response, why pausing is the first move, and how to use one simple line to buy time: let me get back to you. Barb...
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Surviving Estrangement
I have watched estrangement hit like a full-body shock, not just a sad season. I have felt that disbelief where it seems like I am in the twilight zone, replaying every conversation, asking what I did, and getting nothing but silence back. In this conversation, I sit with Nancy McCartney as she...
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Clutter is Postponed Decisions
Feeling overwhelmed by physical, digital, or emotional clutter? In this episode, my guest Barbara Hemphill breaks it down with a simple truth: clutter is postponed decisions. Barbara shares how clutter isn’t just “stuff,” it can be a symptom of emotional, spiritual, and mental weight that keeps...
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How To Calm Your Mind During This Chaotic News Cycle
I have been so pissed that I stopped publishing the podcast for a minute because I did not trust my words to land with care. I kept watching what I am seeing around immigration enforcement and the way people talk about human dignity like it is negotiable, and it showed up in my body. I felt it in...
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Surviving Betrayal
If you have ever been blindsided by someone you trust, you know that betrayal isn't just a regular trauma. It is a psychological earthquake that shatters your identity and worldview. In this episode, Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the PBT Institute, breaks down her groundbreaking PhD research on...
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You Have Dyslexia. Here’s What That Actually Means.
If you were just diagnosed with dyslexia and don’t know what it really means, this episode is for you. We talk about how dyslexia is misunderstood, how it affects confidence, and what actually helps moving forward. Full description: A dyslexia diagnosis can bring relief, confusion, grief, and…
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Can Mushrooms or LSD Really Heal You?
Former Marine Susannah Rose Stokes joins me to talk about psychedelics, trauma, and healing. We go deep into what actually happens when people use mushrooms or LSD for trauma recovery and how these experiences can rebuild your mind, body, and soul. You’ll hear: What psychedelics do for emotional...
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New Show..Who Dis?
This is the official announcement of the new direction for Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts. The show started with conversations about entrepreneurship, but every guest had one thing in common: they were leading while carrying something heavy. In this episode, Anthony talks about why the podcast…
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The Voice of Sally Brown (Peanuts) & the Addiction That Almost Silenced Her
At just five years old, Hillary Momberger-Powers became the voice of Sally Brown in the beloved Peanuts cartoons..the bright, funny sister of Charlie Brown who made the world smile. But behind the laughter was a story of trauma, addiction, and healing that would take decades to unfold. In this...
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How Podcasting Helped Me Overcome My Fear of Speaking
Have you ever felt your body betray you when it’s time to speak in public ? Your heart races. Your hands shake. Your mind goes blank. That used to be me — every single time. In this episode, I share how I used podcasting to face my fear of public speaking and how each rep behind the mic helped me...
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Imposter Syndrome with Tony Taylor
What if the feeling of being a fraud wasn’t failure, but a signal you’re growing? In this episode of Leaders Lead, Tony opens up about his own battles with imposter syndrome — from launching a podcast to leading Marines. You’ll hear how that nagging voice of self-doubt shows up, and the…
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Facing Anxiety with Tony Taylor
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition and the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. --------------------------------------------------- What if understanding and managing anxiety weren't about avoiding fear, but about embracing it and...
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How to Heal with Laughter with Michael Pritchard
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition and the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. --------------------------------------------------- What if the secret to healing and inspiring others wasn't about having all the answers but about using...
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The Mission to Create 1 Million Jobs with Dennis Yu
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition and the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. --------------------------------------------------- What if the secret to scaling your influence and avoiding digital marketing scams wasn't about…
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Leaders Lead Even When it Hurts
Leaders aren’t superhuman. We hurt, we struggle, and we carry the weight of others but real leadership is about how we show up even in those moments. Episode Summary: In this solo episode, I open up about the reality behind leadership when life gets heavy.I talk about my experiences from the…
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Start Ugly: Don’t Let Perfectionism Stop You with Enrique Gonzalez
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition and the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. --------------------------------------------------- What if the key to growing your podcast and building a meaningful platform wasn’t about chasing…
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How to Go Left When Everyone Goes Right with Melissa Beard
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition, the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. What if your anxiety, procrastination, or addiction weren’t your problem but a programming problem? In this inspiring episode, Tony engages with community...
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Healing Is One Belief Away with Tim Shurr
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition, the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. What if your anxiety, procrastination, or addiction weren’t your problem but a programming problem? In this electrifying episode, Tony sits down with master...
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Ayahuasca: Healing from PTSD, Anxiety, and Trauma with Nina Izel
If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting the recognition, the results that you deserve, join The Experts Blueprint today. What if your chronic pain, anxiety, or illness is your soul screaming for attention? In this deeply transformative Tony sits down with psychedelic therapist...
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Mentorship on Thinking Bigger from a Billionaire with Tim Draper
What does a Cape buffalo's near-death experience teach us about building billion-dollar companies? In this electrifying episode of Leaders Lead, Tony Taylor sits down with legendary venture capitalist Tim Draper to unpack the mindset of successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, venture…
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Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts is a show about the real moments that shape us.Every week Tony Taylor sits with people who have lived through something hard and came out changed. Caregivers, creators, entrepreneurs, survivors. People in the messy middle who kept going even when it hurt.These conversations are raw, honest, and unscripted. We talk about the moments that broke you open, the choices that changed everything, and the strength you didn’t know you had.If you’re carrying a lot and trying to stay true to yourself while you build
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