Say More Words

What do you actually know at 38 that you wish you could whisper back to your younger self? Tamika Taylor is turning 38 in the middle of Scorpio season, and instead of a cake, she's handing you 38 unfiltered, hard-earned life lessons on mindset, grief, intuition, and personal growth that she had to learn the messy way. This episode is a raw, honest snapshot of what it looks like to keep evolvin...

What happens when someone with a master's degree walks away from a soul-crushing job and spends a summer walking dogs instead? For Tamika Taylor, that unexpected detour became the clearest signal she'd ever received about what freedom, flexibility, and genuine happiness could actually feel like. In this raw and refreshingly honest conversation with Jeremy Sumo Swick of the Into the Unknown...

What if the only thing standing between you and your biggest dream is the question you're asking? Tamika Taylor gets into the raw truth about why so many people stay stuck - not because their dreams are too big, but because their "what ifs" are pointing in the wrong direction. This personal growth conversation is equal parts mindset shift and permission slip, and it's for anyone who has ever talke...

She was back on stage less than 12 hours after her father died. She did not cry. She plowed into work, stayed busy, and told herself she was fine until her body decided it was absolutely done playing along. Tamika Taylor opens up about what happened on October 4th, 2026, when she woke up feeling like a ton of bricks hit her out of nowhere and could not figure out why until she looked at the date....

What happens when a real estate agent actually reads every single paragraph of the contract with you instead of just sending a DocuSign link and hoping for the best? Megan Vollmer, founder of Collective Real Estate Services in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, is the agent who does exactly that, and she has the receipts to prove most buyers have never experienced it before. She built a brokerage specifi...

On this special LIVE episode of Say More Words, Tamika sits down with estate planning attorney and friend Candace Sandifer to make one of life’s most uncomfortable conversations, death, a little easier to have. They break down common estate planning myths, why wills and trusts aren’t just for the wealthy, and how planning now can protect your family, your business, and the people you love from unn...

On this special LIVE episode of Say More Words, Tamika sits down with Shaundra Dineen for a powerful conversation about identity, people-pleasing, rejection, and releasing the experiences that have defined us for far too long. Chandra reminds us that what happened to you is information, not your identity, and real freedom begins when you stop making decisions from who you were and start owning the...

On this special LIVE episode of Say More Words, Tamika shares the journey behind the podcast and explores how identity, emotions, childhood experiences, and generational patterns shape the way we show up in our lives, relationships, and businesses. Through humor and vulnerability, she reminds us that healing begins when we give ourselves permission to say more words, reconnect with what brings us...

In the 100th episode of Say More Words, Tamika sits down with Michelle Olsen for a powerful conversation about authenticity, vulnerability, healing, and learning to embrace every part of who you are. Michelle shares how her own life experiences inspired Naked Truth, a personal journey blog created to help others feel less alone through honest stories about relationships, confidence, purpose, and p...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika reflects after a three-week lupus flare-up forced her to slow down, Tamika reflects on the lessons that come when our bodies give us the hard stop we refuse to give ourselves. She shares why rest must be part of the plan, not a reward and explores the courage it takes to ask for help, receive love, make room for joy, and give yourself grace while recovering...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika reflects on a summer filled with unexpected joy, from discovering a love for the FIFA Club World Cup to embracing the beauty of community, connection, and gathering with the people who matter most. As Say More Words celebrates three years, she reminds listeners that healing often happens in shared stories and encourages everyone to keep choosing joy, buildi...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika shares a joyful life update, reflecting on an unexpected love for the FIFA World Cup, the beautiful chaos of hosting the United States hosting our international friends, and the simple moments that have made this summer unforgettable. She also celebrates three years of the Say More Words podcast with a reminder that every story matters and encourages listen...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika shares a gentle reminder that rest is not a reward, it’s a strategy. Through the chaos of “Maycember,” shifting summer rhythms, and the pressure to do it all, the conversation encourages listeners to release shame, communicate expectations clearly, and create space to both live and work with intention. You can hold ambition and joy at the same time. Also, i...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika unpacks the heartbreaking rise of mental health struggles and suicide among NFL players, using personal experiences to highlight how deeply unsupported many of these athletes are beyond physical performance. It calls for a shift toward real emotional, psychological, and life guidance, so players aren’t left navigating pressure, identity loss, and life after...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika shares the idea that the pressure to “do it all” is rooted in outdated expectations and limiting beliefs, especially around independence and asking for help. She emphasizes that real strength comes from leaning into community; building, trusting, and showing up for your people because life is meant to be shared, not carried solo. Love You! Mean It! Song of...

In this episode of Say More Words Tamika shares a deeply personal and honest reflection on forgiveness—what it really means and why it’s something we do for ourselves, not others. She walks through her three-step process for releasing pain, including writing raw truth, offering forgiveness, and learning to forgive yourself, all as a path toward peace, healing, and emotional freedom. Love you, mean...

Song of the Day: Purple Rain by Prince In this episode of Say More Words Tamika takes us through a “get ready with me” morning while diving into a powerful conversation about identity, challenging us to move beyond titles and really ask, who am I at my core? She walks us through how reconnecting with the small, everyday things that bring us joy can lead us back to our authentic selves. By the end,...

Song of the Day: I'm Shipping Up to Boston by The Dropkick Murphys In this episode of Say More Words Tamika reminds us that we don’t have to wait for a vacation to feel alive; we can design a life that reflects what we love every single day. She invites us to choose joy on purpose, even when life is hard, and to trust that both fullness and challenge can exist at the same time. This matters: y...

Song of the Day: Beautiful Mistake by Maroon 5 Featuring Megan Thee Stallion In this solo episode of Say More Words Tamika explores what happens when we move through life so quickly that we forget to pause and care for ourselves. It emphasizes that constantly pushing forward without rest can lead to burnout or illness, and she encourages listeners to build small moments of rest, self-care, and con...

Song of the Day: Chop Suey! by System of a Down In this solo episode of Say More Words it is a heartfelt reminder to return to joy as the foundation of a good life. Tamika reflects on feeling exhausted despite answered prayers and reframes her season through gratitude, using the “yellow car theory” to show that what you focus on expands, so when you intentionally look for joy, you’ll find more of...

Song of the Day: Who Let the Dogs Out? By The Baha Men In this episode of Say More Words , Tamika sits down with college friend, Joe Lippert, who shares how rugby has shaped his entire adult life from a Wisconsin farm kid to a coach who built a global community through determination, couch-surfing, and unwavering belief in his dream to make a living in the sport, even meeting his wife through rugb...

Song of the Day: Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N' Roses In this heartfelt episode of Say More Words , Tamika sits down with family law attorney and community advocate Leslie Barrows to talk about the truth behind the courtroom, caregiving, and showing up for people in crisis. From mental health and motherhood to music and messy family dynamics, Leslie shares stories that are raw, redemptive, a...

Song of the Day: Man I Need by Olivia Dean In the first Say More Words episode of 2026, Tamika Taylor dives into the pressure and toxicity of “New Year, New Me” culture, reminding us that real change starts with creating emotional safety, not just discipline. With humor, truth, and a few cows as metaphors, she invites us to slow down, break big goals into bite-sized steps, and choose growth that h...

Song of the Day: Empress by Snow Patrol In this episode of Say More Words , Tamika Taylor sits down with Eric Pederson, a storyteller whose life detours remind us that the “next right step” can lead to something beautifully unexpected. From dreams deferred to redemptive pivots, Eric shares how embracing change, therapy, and honest conversations shaped his journey—and how we’re all just one decisio...

Song of the Day: WTHELLY by Rob49 In this episode of Say More Words , Tamika Taylor reconnects with longtime friend and comedian Ton Johnson for a joyful, candid conversation about navigating career pivots, the realities of working in higher ed, and finding his comedic voice after losing a bet. Ton shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from his journey to the stage, including opening for Char...