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Ryland Whittington has spent much of his life with people knowing his story before they ever knew him. At just five years old, Ryland transitioned, and a few years later his family's story reached millions through a viral video, the documentary Raising Ryland, and his mother Hillary Whittington's book by the same name. But as Ryland got older, he made a different choice: he stepped away from the public eye and gave himself the space to simply grow up. Now 18 and beginning college, Ryland was ready for a fresh start—a place where he could introduce himself simply as Ryland and let people get to know the person before the story. Then, just one week into college, an experience he never expected challenged that sense of belonging and sent him home questioning whether he even wanted to return. He did. On the drive back to school, Ryland listened to my story on JUST DO YOU. and, through tears and some deep emotion, experienced what he calls a “total moment of clarity.” Soon after, he reached out—ready to share his own story and use his voice again. In this deeply personal and surprisingly joyful conversation, Ryland and I talk about growing up with a public story, family and unconditional support, finding community, college and lacrosse, losing people in order to find yourself, and why Ryland is choosing to use his voice again—not to demand that people accept him, but to invite them to get to know him. Because being transgender is part of Ryland's story. It isn't the whole story. And at 18, he's just getting started. To learn more about Ryland's amazing story, watch the CNN feature:  https://youtu.be/DVFZlIkl_-U?si=0o6QvjJBO3a6cvpy Raising Ryland, written by his mom, Hillary Whittington, is available online at Amazon.com and wherever books are sold. Welcome to the conversation.  Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

We’ve been taught that when you meet the right person, you’ll just know. There will be chemistry, sparks, attraction—and if you fall in love, somehow the rest will work itself out. But what if love isn’t enough? Certified Relationship Coach and creator of The Boyfriend Formula™, Andrew Betancourt, returns to JUST DO YOU. for an honest conversation about what actually creates lasting relationships—and why some of what we’ve been taught about dating and love may be getting in our way. Drawing from more than 700 coaching sessions with gay men, Andrew explores the difference between chemistry and compatibility, why compatibility can only reveal itself over time, and how our own unconscious dating patterns can keep us stuck. We also dig into the emotional toll of online dating, how quickly a disappointing dating pool can become a question of self-worth, emotional availability, intimacy, filtering, and why getting clear about the life you want may be just as important as getting clear about the person you want to share it with. Because chemistry can be intoxicating. Attraction can be real. And love can be powerful. But building a relationship that lasts requires something more. This is a conversation about dating with intention, recognizing your patterns, trusting yourself, and staying open to love without losing yourself along the way. Maybe love isn’t all you need. And maybe understanding that changes everything. To learn more about Andrew and his coaching program, visit: https://go.andrewbetancourt.com/home Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

For the past decade, I’ve been carrying around a feeling I haven’t really talked about on this podcast. I’ve felt trapped. From the outside, my life doesn’t look particularly trapped. I have a career I built and still love, this podcast, coaching, writing, people I love, a home near the beach and a life I’m incredibly grateful for. But my world had gotten smaller. The noise got louder. And I became increasingly overwhelmed by everything happening in the world I couldn’t fix, control or make okay. Then I boarded a plane bound for Europe. What began as a work trip to London followed by a few weeks exploring Spain became something I never expected. Somewhere between London, Torremolinos, Málaga, Barcelona, Sitges and Madrid, I started breathing again ... and asking some serious questions.  And I began to understand something about myself: I read rooms.  And I am really good at it. I’ve spent much of my life anticipating what people need, figuring out what might go wrong and making things work. It’s made me damn good at my job, but what happens when the room becomes too big to read? And what happens when you finally stop trying? This episode is about feeling trapped inside a life that looks great from the outside. It’s about community, intimacy, love, the noise we sometimes create ourselves, the parts of ourselves we put away when they’ve been hurt—and what can happen when things finally get quiet enough to hear our own voice again. I didn’t find myself in Europe. I wasn’t missing. But I remembered some things. And now I’m taking them home and sharing them with you.   Stop living by default. Start living by design. Thanks for listening!  Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What happens when life finally gets quiet enough for you to hear yourself? For decades, Geneva Lake was moving. Building an extraordinary career in technology. Raising a family. Traveling the world. Achieving. Succeeding. Doing so many of the things she had been taught a successful life was supposed to include. Then life got quieter. And in that quiet, Geneva began asking different questions. What do I actually want? Who am I when I stop doing what I think I’m supposed to do? What feels true to me now? The answers led somewhere she never expected — out of a 19-year marriage, into a relationship with a woman, into the LGBTQ+ community, and toward a life she describes as more authentic, connected and joyful than ever before. This conversation isn't simply about coming out. It's about listening. Paying attention. And having the courage to follow what you hear. Welcome to the Conversation.   Because you have a story. And someone needs to hear it. Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What if you stopped waiting until you felt completely ready? In Episode 86 of JUST DO YOU., I sit down with Filipino American artist, playwright, filmmaker and entrepreneur Lani Gobaleza for a beautiful conversation about creativity, identity, belonging, love—and letting go of perfection. A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Lani opens up about coming out, finding community, and her beautiful relationship with her spouse, Amy, whom she first met while studying abroad in Japan. We also explore how storytelling has helped Lani find her voice and create work that allows others to see themselves reflected in it. While studying Japanese tea ceremony, Lani once found herself frozen over what to do next. Her sensei simply told her: “You just need to move forward. It’s okay if it’s wrong.” And for anyone waiting to feel more prepared, confident or certain before taking that next step, Lani leaves us with this: You’re ready as you are. You can follow all of Lani's incredible work at: http://lanigobaleza.com Find out more about Lani & Amy's Tea Company at: https://paruteabar.com/pages/about?utm_source=chatgpt.com Welcome to the conversation.   Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

You may know Jonathan Bennett as Aaron Samuels from Mean Girls. But in this candid, funny and refreshingly personal conversation, I sit down with the actor, host, producer, creator, husband, and LGBTQ+ advocate to meet the man beyond the iconic role. Jonathan opens up about the extraordinary career he once dreamed about as a kid — from finally making his Broadway debut in Spamalot, to returning to daytime television on General Hospital, hosting Halloween Wars, and helping reshape what love and representation can look like on Hallmark. But behind the career is a much more personal journey. Jonathan reflects on growing up as the gay kid in Ohio who learned to chase perfection, the pressure of feeling like he had to be the best, and what changed when he stopped trying to fit the mold and began embracing the very things that made him different. He also shares the beautiful lesson his husband, James Vaughan, taught him about unconditional love — and how being truly loved by another person helped Jonathan finally learn to love himself. And yes… I finally get to confesses the decades-long crush that began the moment Aaron Samuels turned around in that math class. Jonathan’s behind-the-scenes story about filming that now-iconic Mean Girls moment makes the confession even better. At the heart of this conversation is a powerful reminder from Jonathan: the parts of ourselves we sometimes try hardest to quiet may actually be our greatest strengths. “Be unapologetically yourself because the things that make you different are your superpower.” This is Jonathan Bennett — beyond the character, beyond the résumé, and very much in his JUST DO YOU. sweet spot. Catch him back in daytime as Detective Joe Fitzpatrick on General Hospital and bringing the fun, chaos and seriously impressive cakes to Halloween Wars on Food Network. Check your local listings for airing details and spend a little time with the endlessly entertaining Jonathan Bennett.  Because sometimes the best ending is the one you finally get to write for yourself. Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What if the thing you didn’t realize you were missing was simply a place to belong? For Sarah Sather, that place was a swimming pool in Carlsbad, California.  After years of surgeries, setbacks and seasons when joy felt out of reach, she returned to the water searching for something that might help her feel like herself again. What she found was a community … and four simple words that changed everything: “You’re one of us.” Today, Sarah is the person creating that feeling for others. Through music, movement, laughter and an infectious energy that has to be experienced to be understood, she has built something far more powerful than an exercise class. She’s created a place where people feel seen, celebrated and connected. And I know — because I became one of them. In a world where loneliness and disconnection have become far too common, this conversation is a joyful reminder that finding your people can change everything. This week on JUST DO YOU., Sarah and I talk about resilience, friendship, laughter, love, finding your way back — and the extraordinary power of knowing: You belong here.  … and trust me, you are going to fall in love with Sarah, as so many of us have!   WELCOME TO THE CONVERSATION ... and if you live in North County, San Diego, come join us at Alga Norte Aquatics Center ... you'll be glad you did!   Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What happens when the world becomes so loud that you can no longer hear your own voice? Chaotic headlines. Intense division. Fear. Uncertainty. An endless stream of things demanding our attention, our outrage, our worry — and sometimes, our response. But what happens when caring about all of it becomes so overwhelming that you no longer know what is yours to carry? In this deeply personal episode of I explore what it means to lose your voice in the noise — and what it takes to find it again. Drawing on powerful research about stress, loneliness and our growing crisis of connection, I reflect on something I've come to understand: we can be strong and scared. Grateful and grieving. Hopeful and uncertain. Two things can be true at the same time. We don't have to solve everything, respond to everything or carry everything. Maybe our job is simply to find what is ours to do — to speak up, create, listen, reach out, choose joy without pretending pain doesn't exist, and sometimes get quiet enough to hear ourselves again. Because when the world seems determined to divide us, perhaps one of the most powerful things we can do is remember: We still belong to each other. Welcome to the conversation. To follow JUST DO YOU. on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ To learn more about my work, visit:  https://ericnicoll.com/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What if the most important masterpiece you'll ever create isn't hanging on a gallery wall — but reflected back at you every morning? Artist David Mont Virgen doesn't simply create reflective sculptures—he creates moments that invite us to see ourselves with greater honesty, courage, and compassion. During this thoughtful conversation, David opens up about his extraordinary journey from growing up in Tijuana to discovering his authentic voice as an artist, designer, U.S. Army soldier, and creative visionary. Together, we explore what it truly means to embrace every part of who we are, why authenticity creates stronger opportunities than trying to meet other people's expectations, and how creativity can become a pathway to healing, transformation, and deeper human connection. David's polished stainless steel sculptures challenge us to look beyond the surface. They become mirrors — not simply reflecting our image, but inviting us to reflect on our lives, our values, and the people we're becoming. Along the way, we discuss coming out, faith, identity, resilience, the unexpected lessons of military service, and why surrounding yourself with people who celebrate you may be one of the greatest decisions you'll ever make. This isn't simply a conversation about creating art. It's a conversation about creating a life that reflects who you truly are. If you've ever questioned who you're becoming, wondered if it's too late to change, or needed a reminder that your life can become your greatest masterpiece, this conversation is for you. To follow David on Instagram, you can find him here:  https://www.instagram.com/davidmontvirgen/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What if the beliefs you've carried your entire life deserve another look? In one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've ever had on JUST DO YOU., psychologist, educator, dancer, and newly minted PhD Dr. Tsotso Ablorh invites us to rethink identity, belonging, privilege, trauma, culture, and what it truly means to live authentically. From growing up as the daughter of Ghanaian immigrants in Minnesota to earning her doctorate while building a career that bridges psychology and movement, Tsotso shares a perspective that is both deeply personal and powerfully hopeful. Together, we explore why validation can become a trap, why human connection matters more than ever, how movement helps us heal, and why curiosity may be one of the greatest acts of courage. This isn't a conversation about having all the answers. It's an invitation to pause ... to question ... and to consider that some of the stories we've accepted about ourselves … and each other … may not be our own. If you've ever wondered how to navigate a divided world without losing your humanity ... if you've ever questioned where your beliefs came from ... or if you're simply searching for a little more hope in incredibly complicated times ... this conversation is for you. Why?  Because what Tsotso and I uncover during our time together is perhaps one of the most important lessons one can learn: YOU are the compass. Welcome to the conversation.  To follow Tsotso on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/dancingwithtsotso/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

A replay of Season 1, Episode 17 - A MATTER OF PRIDE There are moments when the most important conversation isn't a new one ... It's the one we need to hear again. As San Diego celebrates Pride this week, I found myself reflecting on where this podcast journey began — not with a guest, but with my own story. A story of growing up in silence. Of believing I had to hide. Of carrying shame that was never mine to carry. And of discovering that the greatest freedom any of us will ever experience is the courage to become exactly who we were created to be. I recorded this episode during PRIDE week in Season 1, but listening back today, it feels more relevant than ever. Because Pride has never simply been about parades or festivals.   It's about reminding the person who feels invisible that they are seen. It's about reminding the person who feels afraid that they are not alone. It's about reminding every member of our LGBTQ+ community — and everyone searching for the courage to live authentically — that your life matters, your story matters, and your voice deserves to be heard. If you're feeling weary ... if you're questioning whether you belong ... if the weight of the world feels especially heavy right now ... this episode is for you. And if you're an ally, a parent, a friend, or someone who simply wants to better understand the human experience, I invite you to listen with an open heart. Because conversations create understanding.  Understanding creates compassion. Compassion has the power to change lives. Never let anyone convince you that you need to become someone else to be worthy of love. Happy Pride, San Diego and welcome to the conversation.  Visit me at http://www.ericnicoll.com or follow me on Instagram at:  https://www.instagram.com/dericnicoll/ or the podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

What does it really mean to live authentically when the world constantly asks you to be someone else? In this powerful Pride Season episode, I sit down with Sydney Rogers—speaker, advocate, drag artist, Senior Manager of the Trans Wellness Center at the Los Angeles LGBTQ Center, Chair of the Los Angeles County LGBTQ+ Commission, and one of the most inspiring people I've had the privilege to meet. Sydney shares her extraordinary journey from surviving homelessness and addiction to becoming one of the leading voices for transgender advocacy and community empowerment. But this conversation goes far beyond identity. We talk about choosing yourself even when it costs you people's approval. The difference between visibility and self-acceptance. Why joy, rest, and softness are acts of resistance. The power of chosen family. The courage to release people who no longer celebrate you. And why authenticity isn't something you discover once—it's something you practice every single day. This episode is also an invitation. An invitation to listen before judging. To replace assumptions with conversations. To lead with curiosity instead of fear. And to remember that every person deserves to be seen, respected, and celebrated for exactly who they are. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, love someone who is, or simply want to become a more compassionate human being, I hope you'll spend this hour with us. Because this conversation isn't just about Pride. It's about what becomes possible when we finally give ourselves permission to JUST DO YOU. To follow Syndey on Instagram, visit https://www.instagram.com/missbarbieqla To learn more about Sydney and her work, visit https://www.missbarbieq.com/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

As we kick off Pride Month on JUST DO YOU., I'm excited to welcome a guest who isn't afraid to challenge assumptions, spark important conversations, and speak his truth with conviction. Matthew Conrado is the Founder and CEO of Alphabet Mafia Consultancy, a groundbreaking LGBTQ+ marketing and brand strategy firm dedicated to helping organizations authentically connect with queer audiences and communities. Recognized by Adweek as a Pride Star, Matthew has built a reputation for challenging the status quo and speaking openly about the issues many people would rather avoid. In this episode, we explore the intersection of business, branding, representation, and identity, while also diving into the realities facing LGBTQ+ communities today. Matthew shares insights from his journey as an entrepreneur and advocate, offering a candid perspective on visibility, inclusion, and the responsibility brands, leaders, and individuals have in shaping culture. One thing is certain: Matthew doesn't mince words. He says what he believes, stands firmly in his convictions, and invites us to think more deeply about the world we're creating together. As we begin a month dedicated to celebrating authenticity, resilience, and Pride, this conversation serves as a powerful reminder that progress has never come from silence—it comes from people willing to show up, speak out, and live their truth. To learn more about Matthew and his amazing work, visit https://www.alphabetmafiaconsult.com/ To listen in on Matthews Podcast, Thanks For Swiping Left, visit https://open.spotify.com/show/3E0SYklQqjKvAhpOpwtYA6?si=f55431a9449b4c1b To follow Matthew on Instagram, visit https://www.instagram.com/mattconrado/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

There are moments in life when the hardest question is not what we do… but who we truly are beneath the expectations, fear, labels, survival, and the roles we’ve spent years playing for everyone else. This week on JUST DO YOU., I’m joined by Northern California entrepreneur, caregiver advocate, author, and LGBTQIA+ voice Nicola Lopez for a deeply honest and heartfelt conversation about identity, healing, purpose, and the courage it takes to live authentically. Inspired by her book Lesbian, Who Are You?, Nikki shares her journey of navigating truth, visibility, belonging, and what it means to stop hiding pieces of yourself just to feel accepted. But her story goes even deeper than that. Rooted in the love and lessons passed down through her family — especially the powerful influence of her grandmother in Jamaica — Nikki transformed personal caregiving experiences into a mission-driven life dedicated to helping others. Through her organizations, Caring Haven and Caregiver OneCall, she now supports families navigating aging, dementia, caregiving, and the emotional realities that come with caring for the people we love most. This conversation is about identity. It is about compassion. It is about resilience. And it is about the deeply human journey of finally allowing yourself to be seen fully and unapologetically. Because JUST DO(ing) YOU. is not about becoming someone else. It is about finding the courage to come home to who you’ve been all along. To find Nikki's books, visit https://www.amazon.com/Lesbian-Who-Are-You-Belonging-ebook/dp/B0DXRLBLV3?utm_source=chatgpt.com and https://www.amazon.com/When-Strong-Get-Tired-Caregiving/dp/196792760X?utm_source=chatgpt.com To find out more about Nikki's amazing caregiving work, visit https://caringhavenhomecare.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com and  https://caregiveronecall.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com

Some stories don’t end when the episode does …they keep unfolding in real time. And today, this one brings the news we’ve been hoping for ... Allan is FINALLY HOME! After ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DAYS of detention, uncertainty, and being moved multiple times across the country, Allan is finally back where he belongs — with his husband, Matthew. And while there is deep relief … and overwhelming gratitude … there’s also something else. Because for Allan, coming home didn’t mean forgetting about his experience ...  It meant carrying with him the stories, the faces, and the voices of the men,  women and children he left behind — people he now calls his brothers and sisters … still desperately trying to navigate a system that tested all of them in ways most of us will never fully understand. That’s who Allan is. Even in his own freedom, his heart is still with them. So today, we’re revisiting our conversation with Matthew — not just as a story of what happened … but as a reminder of what’s still happening ... every single day ... across the US.  We love you Allan and are so happy you are home where you belong!   This is a true story of love, resilience, community and a fight that, for so many, is far from over. Take a listen.   Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com