Taylor’d Takes

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...

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 meanin...

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 th...

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...

Carson Goodale's entrepreneurial mindset and impatience for long lines were integral in the creation of his company, FanFood. Carson and his FanFood team believe fans should not miss a moment or big play waiting in lines. The ultimate fan experience created by the ultimate fans! Carson is an entrepreneur, co-founder, and Chief Strategy Officer of FanFood. The two get down to BUSINESS with Carson's...

Taylor and Oberon Sinclair bond over their curiosity of EVERYTHING and embracing being absolutely "ridiculous." Oberon is widely regarded and known as the Queen of Kale, and we learn how and why she made this superfood a phenomenon. Oberon is also the CEO and founder of My Young Auntie Creative Agency. Over the past 20 years, she has collaborated with and managed clients including Hermes, Vivienne...

Not even a year after pursuing comedy, Nick Smeriglio “made an impression” on his motivating comedian, Sebastian Maniscalco, on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Sebastian himself gave Nick the nod and an A+ for his notable Sebastian impression. Nick shares with Taylor other driving factors that pushed him, after MUCH resistance, to post his first video on TikTok. Nick quickly became a viral TikTok sensation, wi...

A $10,000 check from a supportive friend and a relentless entrepreneurial spirit are two of many factors that led Michelle Mekky to where she is today. Michelle is the founder and CEO of Mekky Media, a cancer survivor, and a #GIRLBOSS. Michelle shares with Taylor how losing her job and surviving ovarian cancer were signs from the universe to start her own public relations company, Mekky Media. Bef...

Are you ready for no bullsh** and a new mindset? Well, you came to the right place. Taylor's guest, Case Kenny, has made a name for himself as a prominent independent podcaster and mindfulness thought leader. His podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis?, has millions of downloads and honors as Apple Podcast's Top 30 Podcast, Top 100 Mental Health, iHeart Radio Top 10, and many more accolades. He references...

Card sharks, dating, an infamous college night at Sweaty Betty's, pre-game rituals, travel arrangements, people watching from the outfield are some of the antics on the pro baseball road... according to professional baseball player Danny Woodrow. Danny offers a behind-the-scenes look into his experience in the pro baseball world and answers Taylor's burning questions: Is he a boxer or a briefs guy...

Taylor has an honest and eye-opening conversation with Kisha Gulley, as Kisha says, “what you see is what you get.” Kisha is an Afro-Latina and advocates for autism, mental health, racial justice, and overall self-care. Kisha shared with Taylor the emotions she felt when her son was diagnosed with autism, her and her family’s experiences being called a racial slur, and how Facebook restricted HER...

Taylor's guest is ABC7 Chicago Windy City LIVE (WCL) co-host, Emmy Winner, musician, actor, Ryan Chiaverini. Ryan started his career in Great Falls, Montana as the weekend sports anchor and is now in the tenth year of WCL, which kicked off in one of the most coveted time slots in TV history launching the day after Oprah retired. Ryan has interviewed everyone in the sports and entertainment industr...

Collin Fernandez's professional soccer career started at 17 years old when he signed with Chicago Fire FC. Collin and Taylor discuss the pressures and obstacles that athletes face, but Collin says that nothing matters when he has a ball at his feet and playing the game he loves. Collin shares with Taylor the advice he has received over his six professional seasons and now as a veteran himself, the...

Whether it is your first or second act, Kimberly Gionta and Yvette Frampton of The Honey Empire are an example of pursuing your dreams at any stage of life. Yvette and Kimberly crossed paths and shared their passion for music, which grew into them taking music lessons together and the formation of their cover band, VINE. The two were inspired to write music on their own and re-branded to The Honey...

If you can’t take the heat, get out of Mila Furman's kitchen! Mila Furman, Girl and the Kitchen, is an entrepreneur, private chef, blogger, and recently launched cooking courses on how to cook in an approachable and non-anxiety filled way. Mila's inventive recipes and authentic self have appeared on Windy City Live, WGN, Fox 32, to name a few. Mila was open about losing her mom at a young age, man...

Michael Lattner never fails to mention, "make good decisions," and he has truly taken his own advice. As the second person hired at Global Electronic Trading Company (GETCO), Michael Lattner was an early adopter of electrification of markets, stocks, futures, and the rest is history. He retired at 45 years old and shares with Taylor that sobriety and his family are the reasons for his success. Mic...

Helen Berkun is the ultimate hustler wearing many hats, including fashion photographer, celebrity stylist, creative director, influencer, shoe collector, wife, and mother. Helen was born in the former USSR and immigrated to the US at age eight, and she hustled with an entrepreneurial mindset ever since. "Doing it all in 24 hours or less," as Helen would say. With 20 years in the fashion industry,...

Kevin Doherty is a voice actor and creative artist in Chicago. Taylor knows him as Uncle Kev, however, you know him as the voice in the intro of each Taylor'd to You episode or spotted as an extra on Chicago P.D., Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, Fargo, Empire, Shameless, and all of the other Chicago based TV shows. Kevin shares with Taylor the unconventional path he took when he decided to quit his sal...

Taylor encourages you to VOTE today and embrace other opinions. While on your way to the polls, listen to a teaser of next week's episode with a voice actor and creative artist in Chicago... This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

Marie P. Anderson is an internationally published author, former fashion model with several decades of experience scouting, founder of Boss Babe Models, activist, public speaker, and black belt. Marie developed and managed fashion models from inside every Chicago top fashion model agency, including the discovery of the one and only Cindy Crawford. Marie shares the glamorous side of the industry, a...

David Edwards is an offensive lineman for the Los Angeles Rams. David entered the 2019 NFL Draft and was selected by the Rams in the fifth round; 169th pick overall. David was named an All-American at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. David and his fellow O-line were featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated’s 2018 college football preview issue. David and Taylor discussed David’s football ca...

Natalie Craig is a plus size fashion blogger in Chicago. Natalie and Taylor discussed the unrealistic body ideals that society promotes, the effect of social media and the comparison theory, and how to "Be Your Own Goals." Natalie was named InfluenceHer Collective's "Most Inspiring InfluenceHer of 2018", Folio's "Top Women in Media 2020", and Insyze's "Top 100 Plus Size Blogger 2020.” Natalie has...

Hello there! My name is Taylor Doherty and I invite you to join me every Tuesday, as I have genuine, raw, and compelling conversations with amazing individuals. They are everyday people who just don't have everyday stories. Each guest's story is unique and Taylor'd in its own way, and that's exactly what I love about them!  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other sub...