The Andrew Taylor Show: Thriving and Surviving

The Andrew Taylor Show: Thriving and Surviving

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The Andrew Taylor Show: Thriving and Surviving episodes

  • Episode 27-Beyond the Couch: Why Your Body May Be the Key to Emotional Healing with Steve Roth

    What if the most powerful tools for mental health aren't found in therapy or in a prescription, but in how you move and what you eat? Licensed clinician Steve Roth joins Andrew to make a compelling case for integrating physical movement and nutrition into therapy, backed by hard science showing that exercise produces brain chemicals even medication cannot replicate. Whether you're a clinician wanting to expand your approach or someone seeking a deeper understanding of the body-mind connection, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about healing.

     Links: 

    ●     LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving Now on Audible

    ●     The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

    ●     The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter

    ●     ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving

    ●     Andrew Taylor’s Website

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    48 min
  • Episode 26-Dadhood and Brotherhood: Why Fathers Need Other Men with Thomas McMinn

    Nearly 80% of men over 35 don't have a single close male friend, and the isolation that follows is costing them more than they know. In this episode, Andrew sits down with Thomas McMinn, the founder of Dadhood, a movement built to provide fathers with that missing ingredient: a genuine brotherhood, and explore why male friendships fade, why fear of rejection keeps men from reaching out, and how shared activities can open the door to real connection. Brotherhood isn't a luxury for a dad, it's a necessity.

     Links: 

    ●     DADHOOD Podcast

    ●     ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving

    ●     Andrew Taylor’s Website

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    49 min
  • Episode 25-When Parenting Gets Hard: Navigating Crisis, Shame, and Hope with Beth Hillman

    Description:
    On this episode of The Andrew Taylor Show, parent coach Beth
    Hillman shares the raw, personal story of parenting a child
    through a crisis that led to painful choices. She opens up about
    moments she felt like a failure, what she learned from navigating
    shame and uncertainty, and practical, compassionate strategies
    parents can use when their kids make hard decisions. Honest,
    hopeful, and actionable — a conversation for any parent facing a
    crisis.

    ●     Beth Hillman Coaching

    ●     Boundaries Masterclass

    ●     ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving

    ●     Andrew Taylor’s Website



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    50 min
  • Episode 24-The Hidden Complexities of Wealth: Loneliness and Life After Early Retirement with Ronnie Gou

    In this episode, Andrew talks with Ronnie Gou of Long Angle, a
    private community of 7,500 high-net-worth individuals, to explore
    the hidden side of financial success. From early retirement and
    identity loss to parenting with wealth and the loneliness that can
    come with it, this episode dives into the emotional and
    psychological realities that are rarely discussed.
    If you’ve ever dreamed of retiring early, wondered how money
    shapes the family, or struggled with raising resilient kids in a
    comfortable world, this conversation is for you.


    Links: 

    Get connected with Long Angle by Ronnie Gou 

    ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving

    Andrew Taylor’s Website

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    37 min
  • Episode 23-Lost Purpose: The Hidden Struggle of Young Men Today with guest Joanna Lilley

    *Adult themes, specifically suicide, are mentioned in this episode.

    Why are so many young men losing their sense of purpose—and quietly checking out of life? Writer, speaker, and Therapeutic Consultant Joanna Lilley joins Andrew Taylor to explore the cultural, relational, and technological forces shaping this generation of young men. From shifting ideas of value and identity to the addictive pull of screens and emerging AI, they unpack why it’s become easier to observe life than to fully live it. This conversation names the quiet crisis many young men face—and offers hope, clarity, and a call back to meaningful connection, purpose, and belonging.

    Links: 

    • Success Is Subjective Podcast with Joanna Lilley
    • Notes on Being a Man by Scott Galloway
    • The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt
    • ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving
    • Andrew Taylor’s Website

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    35 min
  • Episode 22-Teaching Kids about Money with Children's Book Author Suzy Riedman

    If you had more money, would you be happier? And how should parents talk with children about money in healthy, age-appropriate ways? Are We Rich? is a children’s book series designed to help families have honest conversations about money, work, and true happiness. In this episode, Suzy and Andrew encourage parents to lean in—exploring how wealth shapes values, relationships, gratitude, and responsibility. It’s a thoughtful conversation about raising children who understand money not just as numbers, but as something to steward wisely.


    Links: 

    • “Are We Rich” Series, including:
      • Bobby and Billy: A Tale of Two Homes
      • Lucky Lucy: A Tale of True Friendship (coming soon)
      • Eddie’s Eggs: A Tale of Young Entrepreneurship (coming soon) 
    • Learn more about Suzy Riedman
    • Email Suzy Riedman: [email protected] 
    • ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving
    • Andrew Taylor’s Website

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    32 min
  • Episode 21-Supporting High Net Worth Families and the Rising Generation with Kristin Keffeler

    Andrew Taylor sits down with Kristin Keffeler for a thoughtful conversation about the growing shift in the trust world—from focusing solely on technical outcomes to prioritizing human wellbeing. Kristin explains why beneficiary wellbeing statutes matter and how they shine a light on the often-overlooked human side of wealth. They unpack common stigmas and struggles faced by adults who grow up in wealth, including identity, relationship, and “money clutter.” Together, they explore why every family has a culture and how families can more intentionally define their values so wealth becomes a resource that supports healthy individuals, stronger relationships, and meaningful impact.

    Links: 

    • JFG Family Office
    • Kristin’s Website
    • The Myth of the Silver Spoon by Kristin Keffeler
    • Kristin Keffeler on LinkedIn
    • ORDER Andrew’s New Book — LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving
    • Andrew Taylor’s Website

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    27 min
  • Episode 20-Connecting Surfing, Whitewater Rafting, and Cultural Immersion with Clinical Therapy in Costa Rica with Mara Mueller

    What does therapy look like at Pure Life Adventure? And how does field experience connect with clinical therapy? Mara Mueller, Clinical Director and Primary Therapist, joins Andrew Taylor to discuss how Pure Life combines individual and group therapy with immersive nature and cultural experiences to transform students’ lives. They explore how hands-on field activities—like surfing, whitewater rafting, and cultural immersion—work alongside clinical therapy to build resilience and healing. Mara shares the benefits of Milan Therapy in groups, while Andrew highlights the vital role of skilled field guides. Listen for inspiring stories of students overcoming challenges, returning as guides, and how outdoor sessions in nature add a unique, mindful element to the healing process.

     
    ORDER Andrew’s New Book —
    LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving: https://a.co/d/e5FE5JZ 

    Andrew Taylor’s Website: https://octagonmentoring.com/ 

    PureLife Adventure: https://www.purelifeadventure.com/ 

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    40 min
  • Episode 19-Student Voice: Inside College Life with Alex Rose

    On this episode of the Andrew Taylor Show, Andrew sits down for a conversation with Alex Rose, student body president at the University of Utah, to talk about college life, leadership, and the future of higher education. They discuss the benefits and boundaries of AI in the classroom, the importance of student engagement, and how to make the most of your college experience. Alex also opens up about the mental health struggles facing students today—from COVID’s lasting impact to the pressures of social media—and why connection and purpose matter more than ever.

     
    ORDER Andrew’s New Book —
    LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving: https://a.co/d/e5FE5JZ 

    Andrew Taylor’s Website: https://octagonmentoring.com/ 

    PureLife Adventure: https://www.purelifeadventure.com/ 

    Send us Fan Mail

    31 min
  • Episode 18-What is a Digital Detox with Therapist Mara Mueller

    On this episode of The Andrew Taylor Show, Andrew sits down with Mara Mueller, Clinical Director and Primary Therapist at PureLife Adventure, to explore the power of a digital detox. Mara shares how unplugging from phones—often a young person’s first coping mechanism—can feel overwhelming at first, but ultimately leads to a powerful reset. They discuss what happens when phones are returned after the program concludes at PureLife, how to reframe technology as a tool, and why slowing down is essential to healing. 

     
    ORDER Andrew’s New Book —
    LAUNCH: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Navigating Life, and Thriving: https://a.co/d/e5FE5JZ 

    Andrew Taylor Website: https://octagonmentoring.com/ 

    PureLife Adventure: https://www.purelifeadventure.com/ 

    Send us Fan Mail

    29 min

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Our goal is to empower the young person to be the driver of their own life, with positive and healthy support from the family system.