Who Cares?! with Taylor Wallace

Who Cares?! with Taylor Wallace is a monthly podcast featuring unfiltered conversations with creatives, entrepreneurs, and everyday people about personal growth, mental health, career pivots, relationships, and what it means to truly care. From overcoming fear to navigating life’s messiest moments, host Taylor Wallace dives into real stories that inspire self-reflection, laughter, and action. New episodes every month.

Who Cares?! with Taylor Wallace is a society podcast hosted by Taylor Wallace, with 11 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Taylor Wallace hosts Who Cares?! with Taylor Wallace, a society show with 11 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  The Weight of Leadership: Chris Hyams on Layoffs, Empathy, and the Future of AI

  Aug 19, 20261h 43mS1

  In this episode, Taylor sits down with former Indeed CEO Chris Hyams for an honest conversation about leadership, responsibility, and what it really feels like to be the person making the hardest decisions. Chris shares his unlikely path from addiction and recovery to leading a billion dollar company. They discuss the emotional weight of overseeing a company of 15,000 employees, navigating the uncertainty of COVID, and the painful reality of making layoffs that affected thousands of families. Throughout the conversation, Chris reflects on how recovery, humility, and servant leadership shaped the way he approached one of the toughest jobs in business. The conversation also explores why Chris chose to leave Indeed after more than a decade, his work in responsible AI , and why he believes artificial intelligence is one of the defining ethical challenges of our generation. Along the way, they discuss imposter syndrome, transparency, power, and what it means to lead without losing your humanity. It's an honest conversation about the unseen cost of leadership and why the people at the top are often carrying more than anyone realizes. Learn more about Chris's work at chrishyams.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who might appreciate this conversation! Follow us on Socials @whothepodcares www.whothepodcares.com Theme song by: Carl Thiel

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  Episode #11

  Finding Your People: Mohammad Khan on Pickleball, Belonging, and Building Community

  Jun 10, 20261h 25mS1

  In this episode, Taylor sits down with Mohammad Khan , founder of Capital City Pickleball , for a conversation about community, belonging, and what it means to create something that brings people together. Mohammad shares his experience immigrating to Texas from Saudi Arabia shortly after 9/11 and the challenges of growing up feeling like an outsider. They talk about the lessons he learned through Boy Scouts , how those experiences shaped his confidence and leadership style, and why building community has become such an important part of his life. The conversation also explores Mohammad's entrepreneurial journey , his unexpected introduction to pickleball, and how a simple idea grew into one of Austin's most vibrant and welcoming communities. Along the way, they discuss friendship, connection , resilience , and why finding your people matters more than ever in an increasingly disconnected world. It's an honest conversation about identity, purpose, and the power of creating spaces where people feel like they belong. You can find Capital City Pickleball at capitalcitypickleball.com and @capitalcitypickleball on Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who might appreciate this conversation! Follow us on Socials @whothepodcares www.whothepodcares.com Theme song by: Carl Thiel

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  Episode #10

  Chats for the Love Hungry: Valerie Nies on Comedy, Dating Over 40, and Writing Through the Mess

  Apr 29, 20261h 29mS1

  <p>In this episode, Taylor sits down with comedian and writer <b>Valerie Nies</b> for an honest and unfiltered conversation about comedy, dating, and starting something new later in life.</p><p>They talk about <b>dating over 40</b>, Valerie’s journey into stand up, and how she’s learned to turn messy, real life experiences into material on stage and on the page. Valerie shares what it’s been like finding her voice, pushing through discomfort, and learning to be seen in a way that feels both vulnerable and empowering.</p><p>The conversation also dives into <b>heartb...

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  Episode #9

  Behind the Noise: Kevin McKeown on Black Pistol Fire, Vulnerability, and Going at Your Own Pace

  Mar 11, 20261h 47mS1

  <p>In this episode, Taylor sits down with <b>Kevin McKeown of Black Pistol Fire</b> for an honest conversation about music, creativity, and learning to tune out the noise.</p><p>They talk about the band’s new album, Kevin’s songwriting process, and the pressure artists feel to constantly feed the algorithm and stay relevant online. Kevin shares why he’s learning to slow down and <b>create at his own pace</b>, even when the industry pushes artists to move faster.</p><p>The conversation also dives into life on the road, the highs and costs of tourin...

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  Episode #8

  More Than Water: Jason Shiver on Waterloo, Leadership, and Staying Real

  Jan 28, 20261h 24mS1

  <p>In this episode, Taylor sits down with <b>Jason Shiver, CEO of Waterloo Sparkling Water</b>, for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to build a brand in one of the most competitive industries out there. From fighting for shelf space against beverage giants to obsessing over flavor in a category full of mediocrity, <b>Jason breaks down the unglamorous realities behind Waterloo’s rise</b>. They dig into what leadership looks like when you refuse to sacrifice people for growth, why culture isn’t just a buzzword, and how staying <b>values-driven in high-pressure moments</b> s...

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