SpeakUpZee

Will Tidwell

SpeakUP Zee is more than a podcast—it’s a movement built around honest conversations that help people heal, grow, and lead better lives. Hosted by educator, youth mentor, basketball coach, national speaker, and writer Will “Zee” Tidwell, each episode dives into the topics people often struggle to talk about: mental health, relationships, parenting, masculinity, youth development, leadership, faith, education, purpose, and everyday life. Whether it’s a heartfelt story, a difficult truth, or a practical lesson, every episode is designed to leave you thinking differently and becoming better

  1. 4d ago

    Conversations Every Young Man Needs to Hear 💙 (Zee’s Mentorship Calls)

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, you’ll get a look inside Zee’s Mentorship as Zee has one of the many conversations every young man needs to hear. 💙 From accountability and emotional intelligence to discipline, confidence, purpose, and making better decisions, this mentorship session is about preparing young men for life—not just the next season. 💬 Drop a comment: What’s one lesson you believe every young man should learn before becoming an adult? ⸻ 🌎 Stay Connected 📲 Follow @SpeakUPZee on all social platforms🌐 www.speakupzee.com ⸻ 💙 Join Zee’s VIP Community! Want direct access to me? Join Zee’s VIP Community for: 💬 Weekly Q&A’s & community chats🎙️ New podcast episodes🏀 Basketball training & camp updates💙 Mentorship resources🎁 Exclusive opportunities & giveaways🤝 Connect with an encouraging community from across the country📲 Join Here: https://groupme.com/join_group/94828598/ENfvykzz ⸻ 🚀 Mentorship, Speaking & More Looking for support for yourself or your child? My Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides virtual & 1:1 mentorship, parent coaching, emotional regulation support, life skills development, basketball training, and accountability. 🎤 Interested in booking me to speak, mentor your students, or collaborate?💬 DM “ZEE” or call/text 501-817-2228 👉 Learn more: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship ⸻ 🎥 Enjoyed this episode?✔️ Subscribe for more conversations that matter✔️ Like this video✔️ Share it with someone raising or mentoring a young man

    9 min

  2. Jul 1

    It’s Hard to Outgrow the People You Love 💔

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, Zee talks about one of the hardest parts of personal growth — outgrowing the people you love. 💔 Sometimes growth requires difficult decisions, changing environments, and creating healthy boundaries. That doesn't mean you love people any less—it simply means you're becoming the person you're meant to be. 💬 Drop a comment: Have you ever had to outgrow someone you still loved? ⸻ 📲 Follow @SpeakUPZee on all social platforms🌐 www.speakupzee.com ⸻ Want direct access to me? Join Zee's VIP Community for: 💬 Weekly Q&A's & community chats 🎙️ New podcast episodes 🏀 Basketball training & camp updates 💙 Mentorship resources 🎁 Exclusive opportunities & giveaways 🤝 Connect with an encouraging community from across the country 📲 Join Here: https://groupme.com/join_group/94828598/ENfvykzz ⸻ Looking for support for yourself or your child? My Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides virtual & 1:1 mentorship, parent coaching, emotional regulation support, life skills development, basketball training, and accountability. 🎤 Interested in booking me to speak or collaborate?💬 DM "ZEE" or call/text 501-817-2228 👉 Learn more: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship ⸻ 🎥 Enjoyed this episode?✔️ Subscribe for more conversations that matter✔️ Like this video✔️ Share it with someone who needs this reminder today 🌎 Stay Connected💙 Join Zee's VIP Community!🚀 Mentorship, Speaking & More

    8 min

  3. Jun 25

    The Pain of Growing Up Without Your Father 💔

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, Zee talks about the pain of growing up without your father. 💔 From unanswered questions to emotional wounds that can follow us into adulthood, father absence leaves an impact that many people quietly carry. This conversation is about healing, breaking generational cycles, and reminding those who grew up without a father that their past does not have to define their future. 💬 Drop a comment: What's one lesson you've learned that helped you heal or grow? ⸻ 📲 Follow @SpeakUPZee on all social platforms🌐 www.speakupzee.com ⸻ Want direct access to me? Join Zee's VIP Community for: 💬 Weekly Q&A's & community chats 🎙️ New podcast episodes 🏀 Basketball training & camp updates 💙 Mentorship resources 🎁 Exclusive opportunities & giveaways 🤝 Connect with an encouraging community from across the country 📲 Join Here: https://groupme.com/join_group/94828598/ENfvykzz ⸻ Looking for support for yourself or your child? My Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides virtual & 1:1 mentorship, parent coaching, emotional regulation support, life skills development, basketball training, and accountability. 🎤 Interested in booking me to speak or collaborate?💬 DM "ZEE" or call/text 501-817-2228 👉 Learn more: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship ⸻ 🎥 Enjoyed this episode?✔️ Subscribe for more conversations that matter✔️ Like this video✔️ Share it with someone who needs this conversation today 🌎 Stay Connected💙 Join Zee's VIP Community!🚀 Mentorship, Speaking & More

    8 min

  4. Jun 24

    Too Many People Are Working Hard and Still Struggling 💔

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, Zee talks about a reality millions of people are facing — too many people are working hard and still struggling. 💔 From rising costs to emotional burnout, many are doing everything they know how to do and still feel like they’re barely staying afloat. This conversation is about perseverance, perspective, and remembering that your current struggle doesn’t define your future. 💬 Drop a comment: What’s one thing that’s helping you keep going during this season of life? ⸻ 🌎 Stay Connected 📲 Follow @SpeakUPZee on all social platforms🌐 www.speakupzee.com ⸻ 💙 Join Zee’s VIP Community! Want direct access to me? Join Zee’s VIP Community for: 💬 Weekly Q&A’s & community chats🎙️ New podcast episodes🏀 Basketball training & camp updates💙 Mentorship resources🎁 Exclusive opportunities & giveaways🤝 Connect with an encouraging community from across the country📲 Join Here: https://groupme.com/join_group/94828598/ENfvykzz ⸻ 🚀 Mentorship, Speaking & More Looking for support for yourself or your child? My Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides virtual & 1:1 mentorship, parent coaching, emotional regulation support, life skills development, basketball training, and accountability. 🎤 Interested in booking me to speak or collaborate?💬 DM “ZEE” or call/text 501-817-2228 👉 Learn more: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship ⸻ 🎥 Enjoyed this episode?✔️ Subscribe for more conversations that matter✔️ Like this video✔️ Share it with someone who needs this reminder today

    10 min

  5. Jun 22

    Some of the Happiest People Are Hurting the Most 💔

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, Zee talks about a truth many people overlook — some of the happiest people are hurting the most. 💔 Behind the biggest smiles are often silent battles, hidden pain, and people carrying more than anyone realizes. This conversation is a reminder to lead with kindness and never assume someone is okay just because they look like they are. 💬 Drop a comment: When was the last time you checked on someone who always seems “okay”? ⸻ 🌎 Stay Connected 📌 Join our community: https://groupme.com/join_group/948285 📲 Follow @SpeakUPZee on all social platforms 🌐 www.speakupzee.com ⸻ 🎥 Enjoyed the Episode? ✔️ Subscribe for more conversations that matter ✔️ Like this video ✔️ Share it with someone who needs to hear it ⸻ 💙 Looking for More Personalized Support? Whether you’re a parent, young person, or someone looking for real guidance, my Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides virtual and 1:1 mentorship, parent coaching, life skills, emotional regulation, accountability, and long-term support. 👉 Learn more: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship Need mentorship, speaking, or content strategy? 💬 DM “ZEE” or call/text 501-817-2228 to get started.

    7 min

  6. Jun 21

    Too Many Good Men Don’t Feel Appreciated 💔 (Father’s Day Special)

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, Zee talks about a reality many men quietly carry — too many good men don’t feel appreciated. 💔 Whether they’re providing, protecting, leading, or simply doing their best every day, many men feel like their efforts go unnoticed. This conversation is a reminder that appreciation has the power to strengthen relationships, restore hope, and remind people that what they do truly matters. 💬 Drop a comment: What’s one way we can do a better job of appreciating the good men in our lives? ⸻ Join Our Community & Stay Connected! 🔹 Join Zee’s Private Community: https://groupme.com/join_group/948285 🔹 Follow Zee: 📌 Instagram: @speakupzee 📌 Twitter: @speakupzee 📌 Facebook: SpeakUPZee 📌 Website: www.speakupzee.com ⸻ 💡 Want to Support the Podcast? 💰 CashApp: https://cash.app/$willzeetidwell96 📩 Email: WILLZEETIDWELL@GMAIL.COM 📞 Community #: 501-817-2228 Creators & Business Owners — Need Help Growing Your Platform? 🚀 Check out my full Content System here: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-se… ⸻ 🎥 Don’t forget to: ✔️ Like this video ✔️ Subscribe for more content ✔️ Share this with someone who needs this conversation today ✔️ Hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode! ⸻ 🚀 Ready for Real Mentorship & Growth? If you’re a parent looking for support, raising a child who needs guidance, or a young person looking for accountability, my Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides: ✔️ Virtual & 1:1 mentorship ✔️ Parent coaching & support ✔️ Emotional regulation & confidence building ✔️ Life skills & accountability ✔️ Basketball development ✔️ A safe, positive community built for long-term growth 👉 Learn more & join here: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship Need mentorship for your child, help with emotional regulation, behavior, confidence, decision-making, or personal growth? Looking for virtual or 1:1 mentorship, parent support, or youth development guidance? 💬 DM “ZEE” or call 501-817-2228 to get started.

    8 min

  7. Jun 19

    Nobody Was Meant to Raise a Child Alone 💔

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations that matter. In this episode, Zee talks about why nobody was meant to raise a child alone. 💔 Parenting was never designed to be carried by one person, yet far too many mothers and fathers are doing it without the support, community, or village they deserve. This conversation is a reminder that our children—and the people raising them—need more than survival. They need support. 💬 Drop a comment: What's one way we can better support parents in our communities? ⸻ 🔹 Join Zee's Private Community: https://groupme.com/join_group/948285🔹 Follow Zee:📌 Instagram: @speakupzee📌 Twitter: @speakupzee📌 Facebook: SpeakUPZee📌 Website: www.speakupzee.com ⸻ 💰 CashApp: https://cash.app/$willzeetidwell96📩 Email: WILLZEETIDWELL@GMAIL.COM📞 Community #: 501-817-2228 Creators & Business Owners — Need Help Growing Your Platform?🚀 Check out my full Content System here: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-se... ⸻ 🎥 Don't forget to:✔️ Like this video✔️ Subscribe for more content✔️ Share this with someone who needs this conversation today✔️ Hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode! ⸻ If you're a parent looking for support, raising a child who needs guidance, or a young person looking for accountability, my Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator provides: ✔️ Virtual & 1:1 mentorship✔️ Parent coaching & support✔️ Emotional regulation & confidence building✔️ Life skills & accountability✔️ Basketball development✔️ A safe, positive community built for long-term growth 👉 Learn more & join here: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship Need mentorship for your child, help with emotional regulation, behavior, confidence, decision-making, or personal growth? Looking for virtual or 1:1 mentorship, parent support, or youth development guidance? 💬 DM "ZEE" or call 501-817-2228 to get started. Join Our Community & Stay Connected!💡 Want to Support the Podcast?🚀 Ready for Real Mentorship & Growth?

    11 min

  8. Jun 18

    Nobody Prepares You for Watching Your Parents Grow Old 💔

    🎙️ Welcome to SpeakUPZee Podcast, the show designed to motivate, inspire, and uplift through honest conversations about life, family, and personal growth. In this episode, Zee reflects on one of the hardest parts of becoming an adult — watching your parents grow old. 💔 As kids, we often see our parents as superheroes who will always be there. But as the years pass, we begin to notice the gray hair, the slower steps, the health challenges, and the realization that time isn’t standing still for any of us. It’s a reality that can be both heartbreaking and deeply humbling. This conversation is about appreciating the people who raised us while we still have the chance, extending grace as they grow older, and making the most of the time we have together. Because one day, the moments we often take for granted will become the memories we cherish the most. If you’ve ever looked at your parents and realized they’re not getting any younger, this episode will encourage you to love a little deeper, forgive a little quicker, and be a little more present. 💬 Drop a comment: What’s one lesson your parents taught you that you’ll carry with you forever? ⸻ Join Our Community & Stay Connected! 🔹 Join Zee’s Private Community: https://groupme.com/join_group/948285 🔹 Follow Zee: 📌 Instagram: @speakupzee 📌 Twitter: @speakupzee 📌 Facebook: SpeakUPZee 📌 Website: www.speakupzee.com ⸻ 💡 Want to Support the Podcast? 💰 CashApp: https://cash.app/$willzeetidwell96 📩 Email: WILLZEETIDWELL@GMAIL.COM 📞 Community #: 501-817-2228 Creators & Business Owners — Need Help Growing Your Platform? 🚀 Check out my full Content System here: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-se… ⸻ 🎥 Don’t forget to: ✔️ Like this video ✔️ Subscribe for more content ✔️ Share this with someone who needs this reminder today ✔️ Hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode! ⸻ 🚀 Ready for Real Mentorship & Growth? If you’re raising a child who needs guidance, looking for support as a parent, or searching for accountability and mentorship for a young person, my Mentorship & Youth Development Accelerator was built for you. ✔️ Consistent mentorship & guidance ✔️ Virtual and 1:1 mentorship sessions ✔️ Emotional regulation & confidence building ✔️ Discipline, decision-making & life skills development ✔️ Parent coaching & support strategies ✔️ Basketball training & athletic development ✔️ A positive community focused on long-term growth Whether you’re a parent looking for help, a young person needing direction, or a family seeking additional support, we’re here to walk alongside you. 👉 Learn more & join here: https://www.speakupzee.com/product-services/p/zeesmentorship Need mentorship for your child, help with emotional regulation, behavior, confidence, decision-making, or personal growth? Looking for virtual or 1:1 mentorship, parent support, or youth development guidance? 💬 DM “ZEE” or call 501-817-2228 to get started.

    9 min
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SpeakUP Zee is more than a podcast—it’s a movement built around honest conversations that help people heal, grow, and lead better lives. Hosted by educator, youth mentor, basketball coach, national speaker, and writer Will “Zee” Tidwell, each episode dives into the topics people often struggle to talk about: mental health, relationships, parenting, masculinity, youth development, leadership, faith, education, purpose, and everyday life. Whether it’s a heartfelt story, a difficult truth, or a practical lesson, every episode is designed to leave you thinking differently and becoming better

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  • Creator
    Will Tidwell
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    317
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Will Tidwell
  • Show Website
    SpeakUpZee