The Blue Stiley Podcast

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The Blue Stiley Podcast is where transformation starts. Hosted by keynote speaker, author, and mentor Blue Stiley, this show explores how to rise above fear, failure, and self-doubt. Through real conversations and mindset shifts, guests share stories of growth, grit, and purpose. Blue brings raw insight from a life shaped by rejection, resilience, and reinvention—helping you step into confidence, lead with heart, and live on your terms. New episodes drop weekly. Learn more at bluestiley.com

  1. 1D AGO

    How Leaders Make Decisions Under Pressure (From a Chief of Police)

    Most leaders will never have to make decisions where lives are on the line. But at some point, every leader will be tested — and how they respond will define who they are. Today’s guest is Chief Damon Simmons, the Chief of Police in Liberty Lake, whose career has been built in moments where leadership isn’t theoretical — it’s real, immediate, and carries weight most people will never fully understand.   From serving in the Air Force to nearly two decades in law enforcement, Damon has learned what it takes to lead under pressure, build trust in both a department and a community, and carry responsibility that doesn’t turn off when the day ends. In this conversation, we talk about leadership when it actually matters, the realities most people never see behind the badge, and what it takes to lead people through moments that demand more than just words. Show Flow 02:04 Damon’s journey to becoming Chief of Police 03:36 The intense interview process + self-doubt 05:31 Landing the role + feeling the weight of responsibility 07:06 Mentors, calling other chiefs, and asking questions 10:24 “They don’t work for me, I work for them” 12:32 Hiring the right people + early recruiting lessons 15:09 Why Damon wrote a leadership book 19:09 Self-reflection as a leadership weapon 21:00 Why humility is required in leadership 24:17 Learning leadership from his barber 28:32 Spotting when someone on the team is struggling 32:55 Why Great Leaders Say “We” Instead of “I.” 36:33 Self-Reflection and Correcting Old Habits 40:17 How Policing Changes a Person Over Time 44:36 Supporting Officers Who Can’t Continue 50:18 Why Strong Leaders Still Need Help 56:08 Advice for Young Officers Entering the Profession 58:36 Serving a Community the Right Way 59:44 Final Thoughts

    1h 1m

  2. APR 13

    The Small Things That Turn Customers Into Regulars with Lydia Cowles

    Most people think that what makes a business successful is the product. But the truth is, it’s the experience. It’s the small moments. It’s how people feel when they walk through the door. Today’s guest is Lydia Cowles, owner of 27th Heaven Bakery — a business built on from-scratch baking, consistency, and creating something people come back to again and again. Her path wasn’t traditional. From serving as a Navy officer on an aircraft carrier to building a bakery from the ground up, Lydia’s journey is about trusting a skill, taking a risk, and turning it into something real. This conversation explores what it actually takes to start a business, the challenges most people don’t see, and why the little things are often what make the biggest difference. Show Flow 02:05 Meet Lydia Cowles 08:10 The Reality of Starting a Bakery 13:00 Getting Your First Customers 18:00 Taking Pride in What You’ve Built 22:00 Why “From Scratch” Changes Everything 23:00 Creating Loyal Customers Through Quality 24:30 Becoming Known in the Community 26:00 Building a Brand People Talk About 31:00 Creating an Experience That Brings People Back 33:30 What Customers Actually Remember 36:00 Consistency vs Creativity in Business 38:30 Adapting to Customer Demand 41:00 Balancing Passion with Practical Business Decisions 48:00 What Most People Get Wrong About Entrepreneurship 57:00 Final Thoughts #bluestiley #inspiration #motivation #selfimprovement #motivational

    1 hr

  3. APR 6

    How to Build Influence That Actually Matters And Why People Get It Wrong with Tyler Dickerhoof

    Most people think influence comes from titles, platforms, or connections. But real influence starts when you’re willing to tell the truth about who you are and confront the parts of your story you’ve kept hidden. Today’s guest is Tyler Dickerhoof, an impact-driven leader, speaker, and author whose journey began on a dairy farm and evolved into a career centered on leadership, connection, and personal growth. Along the way, he’s had to face difficult moments, internal battles, and the reality that the things we avoid often shape us the most. In this conversation, Tyler shares what it actually takes to build trust and influence, why self-awareness is the foundation of leadership, and how doing the hard work internally changes how you show up externally. He opens up about the tension between who we present to the world and who we really are, and why closing that gap matters. This episode isn’t just about leadership. It’s about honesty, self-reflection, and the courage to face the things we hide so we can live and lead more fully. #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #thebluestileypodcast #humanconnection Show Flow 0:00 Building Relationships with High-Level Mentors 01:45 Hot Seat vs Hosting 08:05 Growing Up in 4-H 12:10 Bringing People Along as a Leader 16:01 What Leaders Are Missing in Relationships 19:07 Recognizing Blind Spots as a Leader 23:26 The “Walls” That Hold People Back 26:30 Building Real Influence in a Regional Market 30:15 The Biggest Mistake People Make with Influence 34:40 Starting Over: The First 90 Days 38:20 Building Trust with a Team 42:10 The Decision to Tell His Story 45:30 Moving Forward from Your Worst Moment 49:10 Hiding vs Healing 52:00 From Guilt to Responsibility 55:45 The Conversation You Need to Have with Yourself 59:30 Unlocking Potential in Others 01:03:10 The Power of Who You Surround Yourself With 01:07:20 Lessons from High-Level Relationships 01:11:00 What Real Leadership Looks Like 01:15:10 Telling the Truth About Yourself 01:19:30 Final Thoughts This episode of The Blue Stiley Podcast is sponsored by Dubin Law Group—a firm built on gratitude, empathy, and compassion. Founded by Matthew Dubin, Dubin Law Group has been fighting for the rights of injured clients for decades. Learn more at dubinlawoffice.com Watch The Tyler Dickerhoof Show on YouTube and catch up on his show: https://www.youtube.com/@thetylerdickerhoofshow Find out how to become the leader people want to follow and become an impact driven leader here: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/ Connect withTyler on his LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerdickerhoof/ Welcome to The Blue Stiley Podcast, the ultimate destination for motivation, inspiration & personal growth. 🎙️💡 Subscribe to the channel if you love achieving your goals. Your future self will thank you! The Blue Stiley Podcast is where real people share real stories about pushing past fear, owning their truth, and living life at the next level. Hosted by keynote speaker, author and personal growth expert Blue Stiley, each episode delivers honest conversations and hard-earned lessons to help you grow into who you’re meant to be. — Catch shorts and full episodes of The Blue Stiley Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVYhmZsDkCVt9PGcXwjlypwaEBjteb-Ri   📺 Listen to The Blue Stiley Podcast while you're on-the-go!  🎧 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday to start your week off right! Apple Podcasts and Spotify & Youtube: — Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@bluestiley — Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluestiley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blue-stiley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blue.stiley Websites:  — https://bluestiley.com/ https://thesumof4.com/ https://darksideforlife.com/ — Looking for my book on Amazon? Here it is! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1950241998/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A27LPL7FZJL1FB&psc=1

    1h 3m

  4. MAR 30

    Success Doesn’t Lead to Happiness—Your Brain Is the Reason Why with Dr. Paul Jenkins

    Today’s conversation is about something every single one of us deals with — our own mind. Why is it that we can know exactly what we should do and still struggle to do it? Why does the brain seem to hold us back from the very life we say we want? Dr. Paul Jenkins joins the show to break down the psychology behind purpose, why our brains resist change, and what it actually takes to start living more intentionally. Show Flow 01:23 Dr. Paul Jenkins’ Backstory 02:17 What Is Positive Psychology 07:56 The Moment That Changed His Mindset 08:14 Learning to Help Yourself First 16:51 Knowledge vs Real-Life Experience 19:50 What People Get Wrong About Positive Thinking 23:26 Awareness and the Power of Choice 38:00 How Much Control You Actually Have Over Your Mind 41:00 Making the Mental Shift 44:14 Finding Gratitude in Difficult Situations 46:54 The Psychology of Better Questions 50:58 The Hard Truth About Creating Change 52:43 Living with Intention vs Reacting 55:18 Why Kids See Things Differently 56:26 How Adults Can Actually Find a Mentor 57:30 Redefining What a Mentor Really Is 58:10 Anyone Can Be Your Mentor If You Ask 01:10:55 Finding Gratitude in Life’s Hardest Moments 01:12:00 Why Death Isn’t the Enemy 01:13:00 Learning from Bad Examples 01:14:30 Identity, Drive, and Purpose 01:19:58 Final Reflections on Living Intentionally 01:21:17 Final Thoughts — Catch shorts and full episodes of The Blue Stiley Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVYhmZsDkCVt9PGcXwjlypwaEBjteb-Ri   📺 Listen to The Blue Stiley Podcast while you're on-the-go!  🎧 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday to start your week off right! Apple Podcasts and Spotify & Youtube: — Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@bluestiley — Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluestiley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blue-stiley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blue.stiley Websites:  — https://bluestiley.com/ https://thesumof4.com/ https://darksideforlife.com/ — #bluestiley #Leadership #Confidence #Rejection #Mindset #starwars

    1h 22m

  5. MAR 24

    Ask Me Anything: Leadership, Rejection, Star Wars, Confidence & The 3–5% Edge™ with Blue Stiley

    This episode is an AMA with Blue, answering real questions from listeners across the region. From overcoming failure to building resilience and finding your path, this episode covers what it really takes to keep going when things get hard. From Star Wars to personal growth, rejection, confidence, and building a life you’re proud of, this conversation covers a little bit of everything. Blue opens up about lessons from failure, the importance of community, and what it actually takes to stay consistent when things don’t go your way. There are moments that are light and fun, and others that go deeper into mindset, identity, and how to keep moving forward when life doesn’t go as planned. If you’ve ever dealt with rejection, questioned your path, or just needed a reminder to keep going, this episode is for you. Show Flow: 00:50 What Is Your Middle Name? 03:18 If Everything Disappeared Tomorrow, What Would You Do? 05:00 How Do You Continue to Learn and Grow? 06:42 When Did You Almost Quit but Didn’t? 08:30 Why Did Your Sensei Test You That Way? 11:00 What Was the Hardest No You’ve Faced? 13:05 Was That Your Hardest No Because of What Was at Stake? 14:41 What Did Rejection Teach You That Success Didn’t? 19:46 What Story Did You Want to Revisit About Rejection? 22:32 How Do You Keep Going When Nothing Is Working? 26:42 What Separates People Who Quit from Those Who Don’t? 30:21 Why Do Some People Grow from Adversity While Others Break? 31:10 Have You Always Been Confident? 32:37 What Is Your Confidence Hack? 35:40 How Do You Handle Imposter Syndrome? 40:45 Where Does Your Positivity Come From? 50:28 What Is the 3–5% Edge™ and Why Does It Matter? 52:31 What Does “Find Your Table” Mean? 56:26 How Do Adults Find a Mentor? 01:00:33 What Is the Biggest Transformation You’ve Seen from “The Sum of 4”? 01:03:45 How Should People Adapt to Different Stages of Life? 01:06:10 What Did Your Knee Injuries Teach You? 01:10:10 When Did Your Love for Star Wars Begin? 01:11:38 What Star Wars Character Represents Your Journey? 01:14:50 What Advice Do You Have for New Dads? 01:20:08 What Do You Want People to Feel After Hearing You Speak? 01:21:38 Final Thoughts This episode of The Blue Stiley Podcast is sponsored by Dubin Law Group—a firm built on gratitude, empathy, and compassion. Founded by Matthew Dubin, Dubin Law Group has been fighting for the rights of injured clients for decades. Learn more at dubinlawoffice.com Welcome to The Blue Stiley Podcast, the ultimate destination for motivation, inspiration & personal growth. 🎙️💡 Subscribe to the channel if you love achieving your goals. Your future self will thank you! The Blue Stiley Podcast is where real people share real stories about pushing past fear, owning their truth, and living life at the next level. Hosted by keynote speaker, author and personal growth expert Blue Stiley, each episode delivers honest conversations and hard-earned lessons to help you grow into who you’re meant to be. — Catch shorts and full episodes of The Blue Stiley Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVYhmZsDkCVt9PGcXwjlypwaEBjteb-Ri   📺 Listen to The Blue Stiley Podcast while you're on-the-go!  🎧 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday to start your week off right! Apple Podcasts and Spotify & Youtube: — Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@bluestiley — Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluestiley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blue-stiley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blue.stiley Websites:  — https://bluestiley.com/ https://thesumof4.com/ https://darksideforlife.com/ — #bluestiley #Leadership #Confidence #Rejection #Mindset #starwars

    1h 24m

  6. MAR 16

    How Do You Keep Going After Life Breaks You? with Tristan Hite

    Most people think strength is about staying strong. But real strength shows up when life changes in an instant and you still choose how to move forward. Today’s guest is Tristan Hite, a speaker, author, and advocate whose life has been shaped by profound loss and unimaginable challenges. After facing two life-altering tragedies, she was forced to confront deep trauma and uncertainty. Instead of becoming bitter or giving in to the weight of it, Tristan chose to do the hard work of healing and rebuilding her life, turning pain into purpose. This episode explores trauma, healing, and what it takes to rebuild when life breaks you. Show Flow 00:19 Meet Tristan Hite  01:43 Running Into a Career in Banking 04:57 The Relationship That Changed Everything 10:06 A Guns N’ Roses Proposal 13:10 A Tragic Loss and the Reality of PTSD 17:55 Choosing “Up” and the Power of Community Support 21:54 Finding Grace While Moving Through Grief 25:59 Taking Small Steps Back Toward Life 29:17 Letting Go of Sad Drinking and Choosing Healing 31:44 Learning Gratitude and the Power of Listening 34:05 The Difference Between Being a Fixer and a Listener 36:00 Her Daughter’s Brain Tumor Diagnosis 37:31 Hospital Room 314 and the Reality of Surgery 41:23 Fighting Through Two More Years of Uncertainty 45:34 Panic Attacks and the Role of Therapy 50:53 Writing the Book Perfectly Imperfect 56:17 Learning to Pilot Your Own Plane in Life 59:26 “Babysit Yourself” and the Importance of Sleep 01:05:08 Advice, Music, and Star Wars 01:09:48 Final Thoughts

    1h 13m

  7. MAR 9

    What It Takes to Last in a High-Pressure Career with FOX 13’s Erin Mayovsky

    Today’s guest is Erin Mayovsky, a longtime television anchor and life long journalist who has spent decades working in one of the most competitive and visible industries and careers in the world, now on Fox 13 Seattle. But this episode isn’t really about media. It’s about longevity, resilience, and what keeps people committed in high-pressure environments where performance is constant and nothing is guaranteed. In an industry where many people come and go, Erin has built a career that has lasted. This conversation explores the mindset, discipline, and values that allow someone to stay, grow, and keep showing up year after year. #ErinMayovsky #Leadership #CareerLongevity Show Flow 00:25 Meet Erin Mayovsky 03:26 Mentors and Early Opportunities 08:53 Hustle and Support Systems 10:49 Rejection and Resilience 19:52 Behind the Scenes of Broadcasting 26:08 Handling Trolls and Criticism 30:36 The Reality of Your Digital Footprint 33:49 Career Longevity and Adapting 38:55 Asking for Help 44:13 The Power of Listening 54:46 Sideline Bloopers and Live TV 58:39 Final Thoughts This episode of The Blue Stiley Podcast is sponsored by Dubin Law Group—a firm built on gratitude, empathy, and compassion. Founded by Matthew Dubin, Dubin Law Group has been fighting for the rights of injured clients for decades. Learn more at dubinlawoffice.com Welcome to The Blue Stiley Podcast, the ultimate destination for motivation, inspiration, personal growth, and life-changing advice. 🎙️💡 Subscribe to the channel if you love achieving your goals. Your future self will thank you! The Blue Stiley Podcast is where real people share real stories about pushing past fear, owning their truth, and living life at the next level. Hosted by keynote speaker, author and personal growth expert Blue Stiley, each episode delivers honest conversations and hard-earned lessons to help you grow into who you’re meant to be. — Catch shorts and full episodes of The Blue Stiley Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVYhmZsDkCVt9PGcXwjlypwaEBjteb-Ri   📺 Listen to The Blue Stiley Podcast while you're on-the-go!  🎧 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday to start your week off right! Apple Podcasts and Spotify & Youtube: — Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@bluestiley — Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluestiley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blue-stiley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blue.stiley Websites:  — https://bluestiley.com/ https://thesumof4.com/ https://darksideforlife.com/ — Looking for my book on Amazon? Here it is! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1950241998/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A27LPL7FZJL1FB&psc=1 #ProfessionalGrowth #BroadcastJournalism #NewsAnchor

    59 min

  8. MAR 2

    Redefining What’s Possible: How You Show Up Changes Everything with Channing Cash

    Today’s guest is Channing Cash, a Team USA Paralympian who has built a life rooted in independence, exploration, and elite performance. But this episode isn’t really about sport. It’s about rewriting expectations, challenging the quiet limits society places on people, and choosing to define yourself on your own terms. It’s a conversation about how the way you show up can reinforce boundaries—or expand what’s possible. Show Flow 00:35 Meet Channing Cash 06:36 Finding Purpose Through Work 10:18 Banking Career and Success 13:52 Surfing Changed Everything 16:59 Quitting and Moving West 21:25 Challenging First Impressions 24:07 Dating and Independence 25:50 Defining Confidence 29:46 Stop Seeking Belonging 34:03 Leveraging Uniqueness 40:16 Nature as a Reset 44:39 Aha From Kayaking 47:40 Scary Moments Solo 50:33 Final Takeaway Advice 52:39 Where To Follow 54:19 Gear Essentials 56:10 Final Thoughts

    57 min
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The Blue Stiley Podcast is where transformation starts. Hosted by keynote speaker, author, and mentor Blue Stiley, this show explores how to rise above fear, failure, and self-doubt. Through real conversations and mindset shifts, guests share stories of growth, grit, and purpose. Blue brings raw insight from a life shaped by rejection, resilience, and reinvention—helping you step into confidence, lead with heart, and live on your terms. New episodes drop weekly. Learn more at bluestiley.com

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  • Creator
    Blue Stiley
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Blue Stiley
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    The Blue Stiley Podcast

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