Truthfully, Tracy

Ep. 1 | Isaiah Salter — Mental Health, Spirituality & Growth

Welcome to the very first episode of Truthfully, Tracy — where we go beyond the surface and get real about what it means to heal, lead, and live with intention.In this powerful debut, I’m joined by Isaiah Salter — founder of the With a Grain of Salt podcast (WAGOS), mental health advocate, retired Le Moyne basketball player, and someone who shows up with heart and honesty every time.We talk about the emotional pressure men face, the role of spirituality in growth, and what it really looks like to stop numbing and start feeling. This is the kind of conversation that stays with you.Subscribe, leave a comment, and share if it moves you. We’re just getting started.Socials/Links: https://linktr.ee/tracydando#TruthfullyTracy #IsaiahSalter #MentalHealthMatters #SpiritualGrowth #WAGOS #PodcastLaunch #RealTalk #HealingStories

Ep. 13 | Lauren Kochian — When Leadership Meets Vulnerability

This week on Truthfully, Tracy, we’re stepping into a conversation that shows us what real leadership looks like — not the version people see from the outside, but the truth of what it takes to keep going when life gets heavy. My guest is Lauren Kochian, President of The MOST — Museum of Science & Technology (@mostscience). Lauren is a leader known for her innovation, her integrity, and her commitment to bringing science, creativity, and opportunity to families across Central New York. But what makes this conversation powerful isn’t just the work she does — it’s the truth she shares. Because while she was reaching the peak of her career… she was also walking through one of the darkest seasons of her life. ✨ This episode is sponsored by @mostscience — The Museum of Science & Technology in Syracuse. Discover. Learn. Play. Bring your curiosity to life at The MOST and explore hands-on exhibits designed to spark imagination at every age. Visit most.org for hours, pricing, and the latest updates on exhibits and programs. ✨ This entire season of Truthfully, Tracy is also brought to you by Tully Building Supply (@tullybuildingsupply) — building community and strong foundations, one project at a time. 📲 Visit tullybuildingsupply.com 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts 🔎 Search Truthfully, Tracy wherever you get your podcasts #TruthfullyTracy #PodcastEpisode13 #LaurenKochian #TheMOST #MuseumOfScienceAndTechnology #DiscoverLearnPlay #WomenInLeadership #AuthenticLeadership #Vulnerability #CentralNewYork #TracyDandoPodcast #TullyBuildingSupply

Ep. 12 | Megan Thomas — Workplace Harassment, Accountability & Creating True Safety

This week on Truthfully, Tracy, we’re shining a light on what too many people endure in silence — harassment, discrimination, and the quiet harm that happens behind workplace doors every day. My guest is Megan Thomas, founder of Megan Thomas Law PLLC — a plaintiff’s employment attorney who represents individuals who have been mistreated, harassed, or pushed out of their careers for simply trying to feel safe. Megan doesn’t minimize pain. She doesn’t sugarcoat systems. She stands with the people who’ve been ignored, dismissed, or retaliated against — and she does it with honesty, clarity, and fierce advocacy. This episode is direct, compassionate, and rooted in truth. Together, we talk about the realities people face at work, the emotional and professional impact of harassment, and what you can do if you find yourself in this situation. – What workplace harassment actually looks like today — beyond the stereotypes– How harassment impacts a person’s confidence, career path, and mental health– The fear of retaliation and why so many people stay quiet– What true accountability in the workplace requires from leadership– How victims can access support — legally, personally, and emotionally– Why empathy, awareness, and community action are essential for culture change ✨ This season of Truthfully, Tracy is brought to you by Tully Building Supply — building community and strong foundations, one project at a time. 📲 Learn more at tullybuildingsupply.com 📸 Follow them on Instagram: @tullybuildingsupply 📲 Learn more about Megan’s work at mkt-law.com 📸 Connect with her on LinkedIn: @megan-thomas 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts 🔗 Search Truthfully, Tracy wherever you get your podcasts #TruthfullyTracy #PodcastEpisode12 #MeganThomas #EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceSafety #SexualHarassmentAwareness #SurvivorSupport #LeadershipCulture #TracyDandoPodcast #TullyBuildingSupply

Ep 11 | Vera House — Breaking the Silence & Building a Safer Future

This week on Truthfully, Tracy, we’re shining a light on the work being done every single day to create safety, healing, and hope right here in Central New York. My guests are Rebecca Shiroff and Tricia Matthews from Vera House, Inc. [https://www.verahouse.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] — a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing, responding to, and partnering to end domestic and sexual violence. For more than 45 years, Vera House has been a lifeline for survivors, offering shelter, advocacy, education, and support for those rebuilding their lives after abuse. This episode is raw, real, and rooted in courage. Together, we talk about the ongoing work happening behind the scenes, the strength of survivors, and how the community can unite to build an inspiring future free from violence. In this episode, we explore: – The critical services Vera House provides and how they reach over 20,000 people each year – What it truly looks like to hold space for survivors with empathy and accountability – The importance of prevention work — and how education changes culture – The collective responsibility we all share in ending violence and supporting healing – Why hope, compassion, and community action are the driving forces behind lasting change This conversation isn’t about the past. It’s about the future — one where every person feels safe, seen, and supported. ✨ This season of Truthfully, Tracy is brought to you by Tully Building Supply — building community and strong foundations, one project at a time. 📲 Learn more at tullybuildingsupply.com 📸 Follow them on Instagram: @tullybuildingsupply [https://www.instagram.com/tullybuildingsupply/] 📲 Learn more about Vera House at verahouse.org [https://www.verahouse.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 📸 Follow them on Instagram: @verahouseinc [https://www.instagram.com/verahouseinc] 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts #TruthfullyTracy #PodcastEpisode11 #VeraHouse #RebeccaShiroff #TrishaMathews #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SexualAssaultPrevention #SurvivorVoices #CommunityHealing #TracyDandoPodcast #TullyBuildingSupply

Ep 10 | Sara Russo — Grief, Healing & The Light We Keep Alive

This week on Truthfully, Tracy, we’re sitting with a story that is both heartbreaking and deeply human — a story about love, loss, and the legacy we carry forward. My guest is Sara Russo, owner of Sara Russo Photography [https://www.instagram.com/sararussophotography], a gifted photographer whose work captures life’s most honest moments — the raw, the joyful, and the in-between. Sara’s father died by suicide after becoming sober from alcohol — a loss that has reshaped the way she sees her work, her relationships, and the conversations we have (and don’t have) about men’s mental health. In this episode, we explore: – What Sara’s dad meant to her, and the presence he held in her life before his passing – How her grief has changed the way she photographs families and captures connection – The moments behind the lens that have become part of her own healing – Why suicide loss is so misunderstood, and what she wishes people knew – How grief continues to teach her — about love, resilience, and seeing beauty in the impermanent – The message she hopes to share with anyone who has lost a parent or loved one to suicide This conversation is tender, honest, and full of grace — a reminder that healing isn’t about forgetting the people we’ve lost, but learning how to keep their light alive within us. ✨ This season of Truthfully, Tracy is brought to you by Tully Building Supply — building community and strong foundations, one project at a time. 📲 Learn more at tullybuildingsupply.com 📸 Follow them on Instagram: @tullybuildingsupply [https://www.instagram.com/tullybuildingsupply/] 📸 Follow Sara’s work: @sararussophotography [https://www.instagram.com/sararussophotography] 🌐 Visit her website: https://sararussophoto.mypixieset.com/ 🎥 Watch on YouTube: 🎧 Also available on Apple Podcasts — just search Truthfully, Tracy #TruthfullyTracy #PodcastEpisode10 #SaraRusso #GriefAndHealing #SuicideLoss #MensMentalHealth #PhotographyAsHealing #TracyDandoPodcast #TullyBuildingSupply