On this episode of the Andrew Taylor Show, Andrew sits down for a conversation with Alex Rose, student body president at the University of Utah, to talk about college life, leadership, and the future of higher education. They discuss the benefits and boundaries of AI in the classroom, the importance of student engagement, and how to make the most of your college experience. Alex also opens up about the mental health struggles facing students today—from COVID’s lasting impact to the pressures of social media—and why connection and purpose matter more than ever.

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On this episode of The Andrew Taylor Show, Andrew sits down with Mara Mueller, Clinical Director and Primary Therapist at PureLife Adventure, to explore the power of a digital detox. Mara shares how unplugging from phones—often a young person’s first coping mechanism—can feel overwhelming at first, but ultimately leads to a powerful reset. They discuss what happens when phones are returned after the program concludes at PureLife, how to reframe technology as a tool, and why slowing down is essential to healing.

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“I think suffering and tragedy is unbearable without community.” – Brandon Moffitt

In this powerful episode, Andrew sits down with Brandon Moffitt, executive director and co-founder of Black Mountain Academy—a therapeutic boarding school for neurodiverse boys—to reflect on the impact of Hurricane Helene. They discuss the chaos and shock of the storm’s immediate aftermath, how the local community rallied together, and the profound human connection that emerged from the tragedy. Brandon shares how the students and staff at BMA were affected and how moments of crisis can reveal the strength of relationships and the beauty of collective care.

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