Talkin' About It with Ashlee

Mike Tipton
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Welcome to Talkin' About it with Ashlee!  Hosted by Ashlee—a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and lifelong anxiety warrior—this podcast dives into the real-life topics that matter most. From mental health, family, life and everything in-between Ashlee brings heartfelt honesty and relatable perspectives to every conversation. With personal stories, inspiring guest interviews, and segments like "Ask the Host" and "The More You Know," this is your space to reflect, grow, and feel empowered. Whether you're looking for encouragement, connection, or a fresh perspective, Talking About it with Ashlee is here to remind you that you're not alone—and that no matter what, it’s all going to be okay. Tune in, join the conversation, and as always, keep on talkin’ about it.

  1. 19h ago

    Your Voice Doesn’t End at the Ballot Box: Civics Made Simple with Ashlee & Jaime Abeytia

    Episode DescriptionCivic engagement is more than showing up on Election Day.Jaime Abeytia joins me for Civics Made Simple to talk about how everyday people can better understand what’s happening in local government—and actually do something with that information.We get into property taxes, local government budgets, following the money, researching candidates beyond campaign promises, finding reliable information, and figuring out who actually has the power to make the decisions we’re upset about. We also talk about how to find organizations that align with the issues you care about and the difference between simply posting about a problem and advocating for change.No endorsements. No telling you what to think or who to vote for. The goal is simple: know where to look, ask better questions, and make your own informed decisions. Don’t just Talk About It. Be About It. Jaime Abeytia IG/TT/FB @thatvatojaime 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  2. Aug 28

    Life, Pressure & Finding Your Way | Ashlee & AJ from BS Sports

    What happens when you take away the microphones, the sports talk, and everything we're supposed to talk about—and just have a real conversation? AJ from the BS Sports Podcast joins Ashlee on Talkin About It for another conversation in our Mental Health Series. We talk about life, pressure, confidence, setbacks, relationships, mental health, and the different ways people deal with the things happening behind the scenes. Sports may be part of AJ's world, but this conversation is about much more than sports. We get into the pressure we put on ourselves, how our experiences shape the way we handle difficult situations, the importance of having people you can talk to, and why sometimes simply hearing another person's perspective can make you look at your own situation differently. Because mental health doesn't always have to be a heavy conversation. Sometimes it's friends sitting around talking about life, laughing, sharing experiences, and realizing we probably have more in common than we think. No lectures. No experts. Just homies having conversations about real shit and sharing different experiences. 🎙️ Featuring AJ from the BS Sports Podcast. Originally recorded as part of Talkin About It's summer Mental Health Conversation Series.  Follow BSSports Podcast: IG @thebspodcast88 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  3. Jul 31

    How to Keep Moving Forward | Ashlee & Mike Tipton on Grief, Depression, Fatherhood & Mental Health

    How do you keep moving forward when life keeps knocking you down? In this episode of Talkin About It, Ashlee sits down with veteran, sports radio personality, mentor, and father Mike Tipton for one of the most honest conversations of the series. Mike opens up about mental health struggles , navigating grief after losing someone close to him, balancing fatherhood, and the responsibility of breaking unhealthy cycles for the next generation. This isn't a conversation about having all the answers—it's about showing up, learning through life's hardest moments, and realizing strength isn't pretending everything is okay. In this episode we discuss: Acclimating to a new jobProcessing grief and lossFatherhood and leading by exampleBreaking generational cyclesWhat healthy masculinity looks likeAsking for help without shameAudience Q&A on relationships, stress, finances, and mental healthNo lectures. No experts. Just real conversations with people willing to share their experiences. If this conversation encouraged you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that they're not alone. Contact Mike Tipton: Youtube | IG: @mrtipton33 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  4. Jul 21

    Veterans, Fathers & Business Owners: Frank Stone & Queens Talkin w/Ashlee

    What does it mean to be a good friend, husband, father, and leader—and who helps keep you grounded along the way? In recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month, Ashlee sits down with Frank Stone and Queens, founders of Nation of Wrestling, veterans, business owners, and longtime friends, for an honest conversation about brotherhood, accountability, family, and purpose. Together, they discuss the challenges of balancing marriage, kids, business, and community while breaking old stigmas around mental health and masculinity. In this episode: • How Frank and Queens built their friendship and working relationship • The importance of accountability and having people in your corner • Fatherhood, marriage, and leading by example • Why men need community and support systems • Breaking stigmas around mental health • Building Nation of Wrestling and mentoring the next generation Nation of Wrestling IG Nation of Wrestling UPCOMING EVENTS 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  5. Jul 16

    Finding Your Peeps | Friendship, Community & Men's Mental Health | Talkin About It with Louie & Johnny

    What happens when two guys who have walked through loss, built a genuine friendship, and found their people sit down for a conversation? In the kickoff to our Mens Mental Health Conversation Series, Louie from Death In A Hoodie Podcast and Johnny from ATown Talk join Ashlee for an honest discussion about friendship, grief, community, and the power of showing up for one another. Mental health isn't always about therapy or having the perfect words. Sometimes it's answering the phone, replying to the text, making someone laugh, or simply reminding a friend they don't have to carry life's challenges alone. Together, we explore: • How friendship can become a lifeline during difficult seasons • Navigating grief and loss • Why community matters • Breaking old stigmas around men's mental health • The importance of checking in on your people • Finding your "peeps" and building meaningful connections No lectures. No experts. Just homies having conversations about real life. Whether you're looking for encouragement, trying to better understand the men in your life, or simply enjoy authentic conversations that go beyond the headlines, this episode is for you. If someone came to mind while listening, send them this episode. Sometimes the best way to show up is simply reaching out.  🎙️ Guests: Louie – Death In A Hoodie Podcast Death In A Hoodie Podcast Johnny – ATown Podcast A-Town Talk Podcast 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  6. Jul 6

    Why Do People Still Drink and Drive? The Human Side of Crime with Matthew Duran

    Every day, people make decisions they know could change their lives forever. So why does it keep happening? This week on Talkin' About It with Ashlee, I sit down with Matthew Duran, founder of the El Paso Crime Lab and a PhD student in Criminology, to explore one of the most persistent public safety issues in our communities: drinking and driving. But this conversation goes far beyond statistics. We discuss what crime data tells us about El Paso, why people continue to take dangerous risks despite knowing the consequences, how mental health and stress can influence decision-making, and what communities can do to create meaningful change. Whether you're interested in criminology, psychology, public safety, or simply understanding human behavior, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the people behind the numbers. In This Episode: • Why drinking and driving continues to be a major issue • What crime data reveals about our communities • The connection between stress, mental health, and decision-making • Common misconceptions about crime and public safety • How education, accountability, and community involvement can make a difference Sometimes the hardest conversations are the ones we need most. Let's talk about it. Contact Matthew Duran  IG: @epcrimelab El Paso Crime Lab Website 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  7. May 25

    Thrive, Don't Just Survive | A Conversation with Sara Guzman

    Are you surviving... or are you truly thriving?I n this episode of Talkin' About It with Ashlee, Ashlee sits down with Sara Guzman, author of Thrive Map and founder of Thrive or Die Recovery, for an honest conversation about healing, growth, and what it takes to move beyond survival mode. Together, they explore why recovery is about more than simply getting through the day, how unresolved stress and trauma can keep us stuck in patterns that no longer serve us, and why nervous system regulation plays such an important role in mental and emotional well-being.  Sara shares insights on self-led recovery, learning to trust yourself again, overcoming setbacks, and taking small, intentional steps toward creating a life you don't need to escape from. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, addiction recovery, or simply feeling stuck, this conversation offers hope, perspective, and practical tools to help you move forward. Because healing isn't about perfection—it's about progress, self-awareness, and being willing to take the next step. In This Episode: ✔ The difference between surviving and thriving ✔ Nervous system healing and recovery ✔ Why awareness alone isn't enough ✔ Building self-trust after difficult experiences ✔ Recovery beyond addiction and sobriety ✔ Small actions that create lasting change   Thrive Or Die Recovery Course Thrive Map Book Follow, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who may need the reminder that healing is possible and they don't have to do it alone. 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

  8. May 15

    Frances Maldonado CC2 Judge Candidate Ep 14

    On this episode of Talkin’ About It with Ashlee, we sit down with Frances Maldonado, candidate for Judge of County Court at Law #2, for a real conversation about leadership, resilience, mental health, and the importance of civic engagement.Frances shares how her upbringing, family values, and personal experiences—including losing her father to mental illness—helped shape her passion for service and her decision to step into public leadership.We also break down why local elections matter more than people realize, the importance of transparency in public office, and why every vote truly counts.This episode isn’t just about politics—it’s about courage, community, and taking the leap even when you’re scared.Learn more: Website: www.electmaldonado.com Facebook: Frances Maldonado for County Court at Law #2 🎙️ Talkin’ About It with Ashlee Real conversations about mental health, growth, and the stuff we don’t always say out loud. 👉 Resources & Everything Talkin About It: www.talkinaboutit.com 👉 Connect on IG: @talkin.about.it 👉 Share this episode—someone might need it today. Rember to keep talkin about the hard things so you start to appreciate the good!

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Welcome to Talkin' About it with Ashlee!  Hosted by Ashlee—a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and lifelong anxiety warrior—this podcast dives into the real-life topics that matter most. From mental health, family, life and everything in-between Ashlee brings heartfelt honesty and relatable perspectives to every conversation. With personal stories, inspiring guest interviews, and segments like "Ask the Host" and "The More You Know," this is your space to reflect, grow, and feel empowered. Whether you're looking for encouragement, connection, or a fresh perspective, Talking About it with Ashlee is here to remind you that you're not alone—and that no matter what, it’s all going to be okay. Tune in, join the conversation, and as always, keep on talkin’ about it.

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  • Creator
    Mike Tipton
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Talkin' About It with Ashlee
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