Not Your Average GOAT
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Episodes of Not Your Average GOAT
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In this interview, Emmy Award-winner Dan Watt joins Teisha for an exciting and heartfelt conversation about his journey from dancer to director, producer, and documentary filmmaker–and all the pivots and setbacks in between.We begin by explo
From his roots in the Longsdale housing projects of Knoxville, TN to obtaining his Ph.D and championing educational equity, Dr. Bryan Samuel's journey is a testament to the transformative power of perseverance. Bryan and I dive into his childh
“I lost my sight, but I gained vision.”This week, I sat down with Lonnie Bedwell to explore his extraordinary journey from military veteran to motivational speaker–with a life-changing accident sandwiched in between.We dive into Lonnie’s free-s
This week, Teisha sits down with Elle Billing, a chronically ill artist and former educator, to illuminate all the invisible disabilities and health conditions through a witty and gritty conversation.We dive into Elle’s childhood, includin
Megan Devito is not just a former educator and host of the More Than Anxiety podcast; she’s a badass woman whose overcome hypervigilance and is now empowering others to become the master of their own minds.In this episode, Megan opens up about
In this intimate conversation, Teisha sits down with Kaesevyn, a multi-talented rapper, songwriter, and producer, to dive into his extraordinary musical journey.Kaesevyn candidly shares the challenges he faced growing up, the loss of loved one
In part two of this episode, Tricia opens up about the joys and challenges of raising her son, Robert, who manages multiple conditions and disabilities, including dyslexia, tourrettes, bipolar disorder and more; shares the emotional rollercoast
Tricia Waechter is not just the CEO of a fashion design company, she is also a woman of many passions and unwavering resilience.In part one of this episode, Teisha explores the boundless creative that was young Tricia, from her early days cra
In this compelling episode, Teisha sits down with Cait West, author of the powerful new memoir, Rift, which details her experiences growing up among religious trauma and Christian patriarchy.We dive into her childhood, including the impact of
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The season three line-up of stories feature a slew of incredible personal journeys showcasing resilience, inspiration and stigma fighting at their best. Check out this preview and get ready to tune into the full episodes this June.
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Our season three stories showcase a wide range of personal adversities. Check out this preview and get ready to tune in to the full episodes this summer.
We're gearing up for an exciting season 3, but we still have so many incredible stories from last season to celebrate! Check out 8 of Teisha's favorite moments from season 2, and if you haven't already, be sure to tune into the full episodes.
In the second half of this conversation, we explore the challenges couples face trying to merge "baggage," including what it's like learning to fight and the stigma that still encases couple's therapy, and dive into the accident that left Wall
Melanie and Wallace Earle are making an incredible splash with their initiative T6Talk, but they’re making even more incredible waives with their vulnerable straight talk about everything from sexuality to mental health, and fearlessly challe
In the second half of this conversation, Leeann opens up about her 10-year journey managing postpartum depression, including her struggle with suicidal thoughts, the impact the pandemic had on her mental health, and the myths and misconceptions
A genuine empath by nature, it’s no wonder that once Leeann Romig found her own glimmer of hope, she immediately sought to become that glimmer for others.In part 1 of this conversation, Leeann opens up about her life-long struggle with weight,
We’re back with part 2 of Chad’s incredible story. If you haven’t listened to the first half yet, head over to part 1.In the second half of this conversation, Chad and I dive into the deep depression that sent him into a suicidal state, explo
Once naive to the true impact of his incurable, regressive disability, Chad Bouton would end up facing a turbulent storm of self-hatred before eventually finding calm and unwavering pride in himself.In part 1 of this conversation, Chad and I
Since she was a child, Shilpi Kapoor has always been an independent spirit that has defied conformity and taking paths of least resistance. This plus her equally altruistic spirit and drive for universal accessibility, has led her to break bar
In spite of an unpromising upbringing, three divorces and a bankruptcy, Lisa Curtin’s journey proves that not only is there always a story behind the story, but that reinventing your story along the way is never impossible.In this conversatio
Emmanual (Manny) Perez learned early on that zagging vs zigging was the only way to defy the incredible environmental, cultural and neurotypical odds placed against him in order to manifest a journey of happiness and success.In this conversa
“Who doesn’t care about human rights? We’re all human, right?” – Katrina Dale, MSWThis week I sit down with Katrina, a strong Black woman on a mission to positively impact humankind, while continuously working to intentionally grow her awarene
“it’s okay to not be okay, but it’s not okay to just do nothing about it, because that’s when you’re going to get yourself into trouble.” –Zach TidwellIn part two of this conversation, Zach and I dive head-first into the traumatic day he at
Zach Tidwell is many incredible things–from a former Marines machine gunner to an extreme sports athlete to now a published game developer–but not least incredible is his drive, resilience and ability to embrace being uncomfortable head on.I
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Season two officially launches on Aug. 7, and we can't wait for you to experience all the incredible stories we have lined up! This year is especially special because not only do we explore critical topics around suicide, mental health, the "Bl
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