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Unfiltered Discussions

Unfiltered Discussions

"Unfiltered Discussions" is a podcast focused on talking about tough subjects and pivotal moments. Host, Brian Howard, talks with his guests about the moments that have impacted them and how they were able to grow and move forward.

Recent Episodes

April 22, 2024

The Crandall Canyon Mine Tragedy

Tim Harper is a coal miner located in central Utah. For the last 20 years, he has worked as a Longwall Maintenance Coordinator for Utah American Energy, Inc., repairing and maintaining heavy-duty equipment; including multi-m…
April 8, 2024

The Dead Rockstars

Jay Watson and Kyle Wiltshire met in college and soon watched every single Highlander movie together on VHS. They have been the closest of friends for over twenty-five years and still talk nearly every day. They have committ…
Feb. 26, 2024

Season Two Wrap Up and Review

In the Season Two finale, Brian recaps the 18 guests this season, the conversations that took place, and reminisces about a few things along the way. Thank you for taking part this season. Unfiltered Discussions will be back…
Feb. 19, 2024

In The Thick of the Battle

Matt Mysh is a content creator of over 12 years. His passion for using his voice started as a YouTube gaming commentator, and eventually led him to become an aspiring radio host and voice-over artist. He is the co-host and p…
Feb. 12, 2024

Dr. Karen Gedney

Dr. Karen Gedney is a retired prison doctor. She is the author of '30 Years Behind Bars, Trials of a Prison Doctor.' Dr. Gedney is now a speaker and consultant on prison reform and a volunteer tour guide for Nevada State P…

Recent Blog Posts

A Christmas Parable

A Christmas Parable In the early 2000s, I dressed up as Santa Claus each year to support a local non-profit that used my workplace to celebrate the holidays with children with disabilities. I was reluctant to dress up as Saint Nick. I was a young m…

Wedding in Paradise

Where is Paradise? To some, paradise is a place like Kuai, Hawaii, or even a place like Venice, Italy. To others, Paradise can be identified by the warm embrace of the one you love. Today, I'm fortunate to see the coming together of two families in …

After a Successful Season 1, Unfiltered Discussions Podcast Prepares to Launch Season 2

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CARSON CITY, NV – Unfiltered Discussions Podcast, the thought-provoking show that delves into conversations with guests about tough subjects and pivotal moments, successfully concluded its inaugural season. Hosted by loc…

About the Host

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Brian Howard

Founder and Host

Unfiltered Discussions is Brian's passion project. He has long had an intrigue for discussing heavy topics and getting to know people. This project is meant to give people a voice, a platform, to share and learn from others.

Brian is the father of a beautiful daughter named Rebecca. He lives in Northern Nevada and has worked in the financial sector for most of his career. Brian is a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and in his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and loved ones.