Fit For Radio

Drew Tydeman
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Welcome to Fit For Radio, the show where the stories are real, the struggles are raw, and the comebacks hit harder than the setbacks. In every episode, you'll hear from someone who faced something impossible: A loss... a betrayal... a breakdown... a moment so heavy it could've ended everything.  But it didn't. Because they got back up. Fit For Radio is about the people life tried to silence but who found a frequency stronger than fear. It's about the rise. The grit. The healing. The "holy-shit-I-can't-believe-you-survived-that" moment. This isn't just a podcast. It's a reminder that your scars don't disqualify you, they prepare you. So if you've ever felt knocked down, counted out, or stuck in the static... You're in the right place. Because every comeback deserves airtime. Hit follow. New Episodes every Tuesday.

  1. 2d ago

    They Gave Him 2 Years to Live. He Refused to Quit

    What would you do if you were told you had two years to live? Terry Tucker has spent more than a decade answering that question through resilience, purpose and an unwavering commitment to living an extraordinary life. A former Cincinnati police officer, undercover narcotics officer and SWAT hostage negotiator, Terry was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2012 and has since endured multiple amputations while continuing to inspire others through his writing and speaking. On this episode of the Fit For Radio Podcast, Terry shares his incredible journey, the lessons he learned from his family, his career in law enforcement, and what it really takes to keep moving forward when life doesn't go according to plan.

  2. Aug 18

    Inside the Peptide Craze with Lovely Laban

    Let’s try to get our heads around peptides. What exactly are they, why is everyone suddenly talking about them, which ones actually have legitimate science behind them, what are the safety concerns, and perhaps most importantly — how should people go about getting them safely? To help us make sense of the peptide craze, Drew sits down with Lovely Laban, founder and medical director of Skin by Lovely. Lovely has spent more than 20 years in medical aesthetics and built Skin by Lovely into a multi-location practice known for its focus on education, safety and natural-looking results. But Lovely’s story starts long before Botox, injectables and the world of aesthetic medicine. Raised in a progressive Pacific Northwest community centered around natural living, she grew up watching her mother care for others as the community nurse. That experience helped put her on the path toward nursing, gerontology and eventually founding Skin by Lovely in 2009. So what is driving the huge push toward peptides, longevity and regenerative medicine? Are peptides the next big thing in healthy aging, or has the internet gotten way ahead of the science? And how can the average person separate legitimate medical treatment from the latest wellness trend? Lovely helps us break it all down — what peptides are, what they may actually do, what questions you should be asking, and how to approach this rapidly evolving world safely. It’s a fascinating conversation about aging, longevity, beauty, wellness and the science behind the latest health trend everyone seems to be talking about.

  3. Aug 11

    From Shark Tank to SpaceX: The Unbelievable Story of Dr. Rob Yonover

    Dr. Robert Yonover has lived a life that sounds almost impossible to fit into one story. A Ph.D. geochemist and volcanologist, Dr. Yonover is also an inventor, big-wave surfer, fisherman, husband, father, caregiver, and widower. For 19 years, he cared for his paralyzed wife while raising two young children and simultaneously trying to build a business around his invention. We talk openly about the financial, mental, physical, and social challenges that came with carrying all of those responsibilities at once. We also dive into the incredible journey behind his invention of the Sea Rescue Streamer — technology that has been adopted by the military, used around the world to save lives on land and in the ocean, featured on Shark Tank, and is even carried aboard SpaceX flights. But Robert’s story doesn't stop with invention and innovation. We talk about losing his wife and learning how to navigate life as a widower, dating again, and finding a new identity after nearly two decades of caregiving. And then there's the other side of Robert — the guy who trains to surf massive waves on Hawaii's North Shore. From caregiving and grief to Shark Tank, SpaceX, scientific innovation, and riding some of the biggest waves on the planet, this is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what it takes to keep moving forward when life doesn't go according to plan.

  4. Aug 4

    Behind the Mic with Blazers Play-by-Play Voice Travis Demers

    Travis Demers has built a career in sports broadcasting that has taken him from a small town in New York to some of the biggest stages in Portland sports. After getting his start in radio and play-by-play while in college, Travis moved across the country to Oregon just three months after graduating, calling high school football and basketball games on the Oregon Coast for $50 a game. From there, he slowly worked his way up—from stringing Blazers games for $25 a night to radio, television, national broadcasting, and eventually becoming the full-time radio voice of the Portland Trail Blazers. But the journey wasn't always easy. Travis opens up about the opportunities, setbacks, and difficult stretches that shaped his career, including being let go from a talk show in 2014 and having to figure out how to keep moving forward. We talk about his unlikely path into the Blazers broadcast booth, the people and moments that helped shape his career, and what it really takes to build a life in sports broadcasting.

  5. Jul 28

    Inside the World of Audiodub | Dustin Finney

    When Dustin Finney first picked up a guitar after hearing Sublime in high school, he had no idea it would lead to decades of writing, recording, and performing music. In this episode of Fit For Radio, Drew sits down with the founder and lead singer of Audiodub to talk about the band's unlikely beginnings, the transition from a popular Sublime tribute band to creating original music, and the years spent balancing regular jobs with weekend tours across the West Coast. Dustin shares stories from the road, the evolution of Audiodub over four albums, and how life has transformed both the band and his songwriting. Now a husband, father, and home studio producer, his latest album, Filter, explores family, authenticity, and the realities of growing older in a world that often looks much different online than it does in real life. It's an honest conversation about creativity, perseverance, and why the best music often comes from simply living life. Check out the full album at www. audiodubband.com

  6. Jul 21

    1000 Days of Sadness: My Three-Year Battle with a Mystery Illness

    For three years, I lived with a mystery illness that turned my life upside down. Doctors couldn't explain what was happening, every day brought new challenges, and there were times when I genuinely wondered if I would ever get my life back. In this deeply personal episode, I share the full story—from the first unexplained symptoms to the emotional and physical toll of searching for answers. I talk about the fear, the frustration, the moments when hope felt out of reach, and the incredible support that carried me through it all. I also share the pivotal role Dr. MacMaster played in my journey. After years of uncertainty, he approached my case with fresh eyes, listened when others couldn't find answers, and helped put me on the path toward healing. His expertise, persistence, and willingness to keep searching made a life-changing difference, and I'm grateful for the care he provided during one of the most difficult seasons of my life. This isn't just a story about illness. It's a story about perseverance, faith, the people who stood by me when life was at its hardest, and what I learned about resilience along the way. If you've ever faced uncertainty, battled through a season you couldn't explain, or wondered how to keep moving forward when the future felt unclear, this episode is for you. If this conversation resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need a reminder that hope is worth holding onto.

  7. Jul 14

    Surviving Sandy Hook, Finding Purpose | Reichen Posey

    At just six years old, Reichen Posey's life changed forever when he survived the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. While the world remembers the headlines, this conversation is about the person behind them. Reichen shares what life was like before that day, the challenges of growing up in the aftermath of unimaginable trauma, and the long journey of healing that followed. He opens up about the importance of family, the role football played in helping him regain confidence, and how he has worked to build a life defined by purpose rather than pain. This is not just a story about surviving one of the darkest days in American history. It's a conversation about resilience, hope, and the incredible strength of the human spirit. Reichen's honesty and perspective serve as a powerful reminder that while trauma can shape our lives, it does not have to define them. If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could benefit from hearing Reichen's inspiring story.

  8. Jul 7

    From Hard Beginnings to an Unbreakable Bond

    What does it take to break generational patterns and build the life you want? This week on Fit For Radio, Drew sits down with a guest whose journey proves that resilience isn't something you're born with—it's something you build. Raised by a single mother in Texas who worked multiple jobs to keep food on the table, he learned early that no one is coming to save you. Those lessons were reinforced by grandparents who raised six children in rural Mississippi and, through sacrifice, discipline, and an unwavering belief in education, helped every one of them earn a college degree. Before finding success in marketing, he served in the Army and spent years delivering packages for FedEx, experiences that shaped his work ethic long before job titles ever mattered. But the biggest turning point in his life came through an unexpected adoption. Becoming a father transformed his understanding of empathy, purpose, and what it truly means to leave a legacy. In this deeply personal conversation, we explore overcoming adversity, recognizing the "guardian angels" who appear when we need them most, the importance of showing up for your own life, and how our children often become our greatest teachers. We also discuss the book he's writing about healing, parenthood, and turning survival into a life of purpose. If you've ever wondered how hardship can become your greatest strength, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Welcome to Fit For Radio, the show where the stories are real, the struggles are raw, and the comebacks hit harder than the setbacks. In every episode, you'll hear from someone who faced something impossible: A loss... a betrayal... a breakdown... a moment so heavy it could've ended everything.  But it didn't. Because they got back up. Fit For Radio is about the people life tried to silence but who found a frequency stronger than fear. It's about the rise. The grit. The healing. The "holy-shit-I-can't-believe-you-survived-that" moment. This isn't just a podcast. It's a reminder that your scars don't disqualify you, they prepare you. So if you've ever felt knocked down, counted out, or stuck in the static... You're in the right place. Because every comeback deserves airtime. Hit follow. New Episodes every Tuesday.

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  • Creator
    Drew Tydeman
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fit For Radio
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