Taylor recaps her wild Sundance night, finessing her way into an intimate post-The Invite premiere event where Edward Norton is her “best friend,” Woody Harrelson is vibing, and she somehow makes Seth Rogen laugh.

What starts as story time turns into something deeper:

* The reality of “fake it till you make it” (and when it actually works)

* You can only be embarrassed if you let yourself be

* Why an unshakable level of delusional confidence can open doors… literally

* The awkward truth about meeting your heroes

* A reminder that rejection isn’t always personal

* If you want something, go get it!

* As Ryan says, “to be cringe is to be free”. We’re all just climbing through the cringe tunnel… and there is a light at the end (or so Taylor hopes)

Taylor’d Takes on:

* Summer House “SCAMANDA” drama - has Amanda Batula played us for 10 years? Enter: Rihanna (and… do we dare say Michael B. Jordan next?)

* A work story gone wild: Taylor gets recognized mid-shift as Taylor’d Takes, which spirals into almost interviewing Hannah Berner… because somehow, all roads lead to Bravo

* Not letting fear, embarrassment, or rejection stop you - people can (and WILL) say no… so say yes and make it happen anyway. GO GET ‘EM!!!!!

Taylor recaps her wild Sundance night, finessing her way into an intimate post-The Invite premiere where Edward Norton is her “best friend,” Woody Harrelson is vibing, and she somehow makes Seth Rogen laugh.

What starts as story time turns into something deeper:

* The reality of “fake it till you make it” (and when it actually works)

* Why an unshakable level of delusional confidence can open doors… literally

* The awkward truth about meeting your heroes

* A reminder that rejection isn’t always personal

* If you want something, go get it!

* You can only be embarrassed if you let yourself be

* As Ryan says, “to be cringe is to be free”. We’re all just climbing through the cringe tunnel… and there is a light at the end (or so Taylor hopes).

Taylor’d Takes on:

* Summer House “SCAMANDA” drama - has Amanda Batula played us for 10 years? Enter: Rihanna (and… do we dare say Michael B. Jordan next?)

* A work story gone wild: Taylor gets recognized mid-shift as Taylor’d Takes, which spirals into almost interviewing Hannah Berner… because somehow, all roads lead to Bravo.

* Not letting fear, embarrassment, or rejection stop you - people can (and WILL) say no… so say yes and make it happen anyway. GO GET ‘EM!!!!!

Taylor pulls back the curtain on the chaos behind her highlight reel-from quitting a job her body was physically rejecting to getting married (twice) and starting a job where she serves stories by day and tables by night. She opens up about what it actually means to take a leap when you’re terrified, how anxiety can manifest physically, and the ongoing question: is therapy helping… or just unlocking new trauma?

She’s joined by her longtime friend and audio guru, Ryan-the self-proclaimed voice of the audience-who jumps in to question, react, and rein her in. They get into the realities of life in your late 20s: making new friends, explaining why you don’t drink, and trying to date in 2026, when dating apps feel like a full-time job you might need a side hustle to afford.

Taylor also breaks down the pop culture chaos we’re all thinking about-like the Amanda and West Summer House situation that has everyone wondering… is this real, or are we all just dazed and confused with Amanda?

Taylor’s figuring it out in real time-trying it, talking about it, and taking you (and Ryan) along.

Seth Marks started his “Note 2 Younger Self” Instagram series because his teenagers straight-up stopped listening to him. Enter the Amygdala Whisperer with a selfie arm, an iPhone, and a lifetime of lessons, Seth began dropping motivational notes to inspire them… not realizing he’d end up inspiring hundreds of thousands of people. But here’s the thing: unlike most motivational speakers, Seth doesn’t just post quotes or bite-sized nuggets - you get the full story behind the lesson, the messy life moments that actually made him realize it.

Seth is a true believer that we own the worth of our earth and the importance of not worrying about the outside because it all comes from within and you control that. He lives to be his true most authentic self, doesn’t care what anyone thinks, and shares it all: his separation from his wife, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Meredith Marks, how he became a better husband, building an energy vortex that actually serves you, dropping toxic people, and why Plan B’s can straight-up beat Plan A’s. We dig into people-pleasing, trying therapists like ice cream flavors until you find your favorite, thick skin in the age of trolls, the life lessons school won’t teach you, and how breakdowns often turn into your biggest breakthroughs.

As Chicago natives, Seth and I bond over the greatest city in the world, chatting about where you’d actually find him and Meredith on a night out, the restaurant of their first date, his man crush on Caleb Williams (Chicago lovers, this one’s for you), and where he’d sneak off during their separation because he couldn’t cook. Andy Cohen, if you’re reading this, we need a Real Housewives of Chicago… and Seth shares whether he and Meredith would actually pack their bags.

And just when you think you’ve soaked up all the wisdom, Seth drops his skincare routine (thanks to Meredith and all her PR packages), and we say out loud what we want for ourselves in the next five years. This conversation is a reset, a pep talk, and a hang all in one!

On this video episode of Taylor’d Takes, I’m working out with Peter Kraus, founder of Peter Kraus Fitness, and try (keyword: try) to survive the full PKFit experience. We kick things off with a movement analysis where I’m humbled immediately, move into strength training, and then fully spiral into contrast therapy with a cold plunge and infrared sauna. I’m sweating, shaking, oversharing, asking nonstop questions, and letting the conversation completely take over… because focusing quietly has never been my thing.

We talk about how Peter went from having his dad help cover rent so he could still eat organic chicken (because sacrificing health was never an option), to running Worth Personal Training boot camps and driving a pickup truck that doubled as his billboard when he couldn’t afford ads. A dare turned into a modeling career, a win in the same competition Ashton Kutcher had previously won, a moment of chickening out and the pivot that followed. He also reveals the unexpected thing Bachelor fans did after he became the runner-up on The Bachelorette Season 13 with Rachel Lindsay. We get into why long-term health matters way more than abs (Peter Kraus stamp of approval), how to get a “voluminous bum”, what discipline actually looks like when motivation fades, and how the messiest detours can turn into the best breakthroughs - all while I’m just trying to keep up with Peter’s personal training.

If you’ve ever felt lost, backed out of something big, or questioned if you’re doing “enough,” this episode is proof you don’t need perfect abs, perfect plans, or perfect form - you just have to keep showing up.

So… you wanna know my take?

Peter Kraus Founder, Peter Kraus Fitness Instagram

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You’ve seen Matthew Broussard on The Tonight Show, Conan and Comedy Central Roast Battles, or maybe you’ve fallen down the rabbit hole of his viral wordplay series Monday Punday. 

Matthew shares his Taylor’d Takes on:

• Behind the scenes of the ESPYs Tush Push sketch — including who broke character first (him, Shane Gillis, or Druski) and the off-air moments you didn’t see

• Quitting nicotine — and how addiction grabbed him by the throat

• Proving himself to everyone who underestimated him — from comedy clubs that wouldn’t book him to high school kids who kicked him out of a Facebook group

• The self-doubt that nearly derailed his dream of bringing his special Hyperbolic to life

• The comedy career reassurance Bert Kreischer gave to Matthew’s mom, who once doubted stand-up could be a real job

• The social tightrope of The Lovett School and the lengths he went to for acceptance

• The advice he WOULDN’T give to 18-year-old Matthew

• A surreal career milestone he wishes his dad had lived to witness — and the lessons from his father that still guide him today

• His advice to comedians stuck at the base camp of Cringe Mountain — and why embarrassment is necessary 

• His passion for sculpting @cockblockgargoyles and wordplay as outlets beyond the stage

• Why he lives by “speak first, think later” — a mindset passed down from his mom

• And more! 

Follow Matthew on Instagram @mondaypunday and check out his special Hyperbolic now streaming on YouTube.

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From cracking his first joke at three years old to performing comedy sets across the world, comedian Sam Tallent doesn’t remember a time he wasn’t living the JOKE LIFE. A sentiment that is not only engraved in his mind but on his feet. Sam is a comedian, novelist and host of the Chubby Behemoth Podcast and has been a guest on the Joe Rogan Experience, Matt and Shane, Kill Tony...Taylor’d Takes, to name a few. 

Sam shares his Taylor’d Takes on: 

• Sincerity being underrated and that kindness gets you far in life

• Dropping out of college to pursue an unconventional and uncertain career path

• How being an offensive lineman set him up to be a successful stand up host

• Sneaking into Red Rocks Amphitheater as a teenager and then fast forward to having a reserved parking space and hosting “Film on the Rocks"

• Some of his first jokes that Taylor dug up from his days at the "Clubhouse"

• His love for camaraderie, wholesome family time and more! 

Follow Sam Tallent on Instagram @samtallent and check out his website for more information on his upcoming shows, comedy specials "The Toad's Morale" and "Waiting for Death to Claim Us", novel "Running the Light", the Chubby Behemoth Podcast and travel show "Wide World". 

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Join Taylor, Henry Woodrow and Nashwa Hamouda as they unpack what it really was like moving to a new city for love. 

They get right to it and share their TAYLOR'D TAKES on: 

• making plans on a Saturday with yourself in the mirror 
• side-eyes from the judgement parade about this decision
• the truth behind adult friendships and shooting your shot including a story that gives ghosting a whole new meaning
• how to ensure this sacrifice doesn't lead to resentment or an epic battle about taking out the trash
• the opportunity to reinvent yourself and adopt new habits without completely catfishing on Bumble For Friends
• how many throw pillows is too many
• mourning the last chapter of your life and embracing change 
• sliding vs. deciding to move in with your significant other 
• navigating those awkward conversations about uprooting your life without the "ring"
• splitting rent 50/50 or based on salary??? Asking for a friend...

Ohhhhhh the conversations Taylor has had with both Nashwa and Henry about their moves...Thank you for bringing that same energy and honesty to Taylor’d Takes. 

Take a listen and follow @taylordtakes on Instagram and TikTok. 

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Before sobriety and dry months were trendy, Tawny Lara, also known as The Sober S*xpert, was searching for the answers about sober sex and dating. Although, there was one question that held her back from officially ditching the booze. 

"How will I date, let alone have sex without liquid courage?”

After Tawny wrote a hypothesis or two about her future with alcohol, she decided to bravely explore the uncharted territory of alcohol-free dating and intimacy...through a sober experiment. Spoiler alert! This sober experiment led her to being called The Sober S*xpert by Ruby Warrington, the woman who coined the term "Sober Curious", the author of Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, & Hooking Up Without the Booze (#1 in three categories on Amazon), writing a weekly advice column Beyond Liquid Courage about all things sober dating and relationships, a recovery advocate, award-winning podcast host and eight years sober. 

I had the pleasure of learning about Tawny's sober journey and her book Dry Humping, a lighthearted and judgement-free roadmap on how to navigate the waters of sex and dating without relying on liquid courage. 

The Sober S*xpert shares her TAYLOR'D TAKES on: 

• booze-free outside the box (and the bar) date ideas
• ways to find pleasure outside of the orgasm
• why it's essential to crush on yourself before flirting with other people
• how to have those awkward conversations around not drinking in a society where alcohol plays the lead role in socializing and romantic encounters
• her passion to break stigmas associated with both sobriety and sexuality
• edible alcohol-free aphrodisiacs to enhance your sex life
• how growth can happen, and in some cases needs to happen, INSIDE our comfort zone
• and so much more! 

Follow Tawny Lara on Instagram @tawnymlara and check out her book Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, & Hooking Up Without the Booze

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Israel Isaac shares his TAYLOR'D TAKES on: 

• his evolution becoming the person he desired 
• unifying lives he tried to keep separate until touching down in LA
• the reality TV phenomenon that continues to take over our social feeds - SCANDOVAL
• filming Vanderpump Rules and his relationships with castmates 
• not taking advice from people he doesn't admire 
• the origin behind the lyrics of his single Can I Be Me With You 
• uniforms at Schwartz & Sandy’s and being expressive through fashion
• inspiring others to accept themselves and be the person they desire 
• his powerful mantras like ‘friends over fans’ and ‘significance over success’, and so much more!

Taylor met Israel a few months ago in LA and was immediately drawn to his larger than life personality, conviction and contagious laugh. 

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"When I touched down in LA, I was adamant about loving myself and help others see that they can also be themselves. Go all the way with becoming who you desire to be. Don’t let anyone shun you from being your most authentic self.

I posted a picture of me in this blue dress and it blew up. And so that began the journey of me asking myself, ‘What’s it like being a Black queer Christian?’ These were lives I tried to keep separate. The more I accepted myself, the more the world accepted me.

I want to inspire people and if people feel inspired by me, I feel like I’ve won.” 

- Israel Isaac