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In The Know with Tony Reeves

Hosted by former attorney and Judge Tony Reeves, this podcast delivers sharp insights, commentary, and real talk on law, leadership, public service, and the Black Gen X experience. Whether you’re navigating bureaucracy, seeking inspiration, or craving honest reflections from someone who’s lived it, ‘In The Know with Tony Reeves’ offers the wisdom and wit to keep you informed—and empowerBecome a supporter of this podcast:

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14:39

Adjusting to a New Normal: When Stability Disappears

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/04/20

What happens when everything you’ve relied on… suddenly changes? In this episode of In the Know with Tony Reeves, I take you back to a pivotal moment in my life—leaving a steady paycheck to start my own law practice. What seemed like a bold and exciting move quickly became something much deeper: a confrontation with uncertainty, fear, and responsibility. From losing the predictability of a direct deposit…To realizing no one else was responsible for generating income…To the moment it truly hit: “When

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18:40

Comfort vs. Risk: The Scariest Decision I Ever Made

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2026/04/16

There comes a point in life where you have to make a decision most people aren’t prepared for… Do you hold on to the comfort you worked so hard to achieve—or do you take a risk on yourself? In this episode, I walk through one of the most defining moments of my life. After years of struggling just to survive—stretching groceries, living paycheck to paycheck, and dealing with instability—I finally reached a level of comfort through my military career. Stable income. Housing covered. Food covered. A

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19:40

Proving Myself to Me: The Truth About Motivation

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2026/04/13

What really drives you?In this episode, Tony Reeves breaks down a powerful truth most people overlook—motivation isn’t a straight line. It shifts, evolves, and sometimes starts from places we don’t fully understand. Drawing from his own journey—from leaving Pine Bluff to attending the University of Tampa—Tony shares how his initial motivation wasn’t about purpose or planning… it was about proving someone wrong. But once he got there, a deeper question emerged: “Now what?” What follows is a raw and

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7:56

Imposter Syndrome Doesn’t Care About Your Success

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/04/09

Even after decades of achievement, imposter syndrome can still show up.In this episode, I reflect on a reunion with law school classmates that forced me to confront how I see myself versus how others see me—and why that gap matters.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support.

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15:45

If You’re Still Talking About It… It’s a Hobby

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/04/06

This episode is personal. I take you back to a defining moment in my career—when I thought I was on track to become a partner after years of dedication… only to be told it wasn’t enough. What followed were two conversations that changed everything: One that helped me understand the value of my timeAnd another that forced me to make a decisionA close friend told me something I’ll never forget: If we’re still having this conversation months from now… it’s a hobby. And my wife gave me the clarity I

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10:27

Black Gen X at PWIs: The Experience No One Talks About

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/04/02

Most people remember A Different World as a celebration of HBCU life.But for Black Gen X students attending predominantly white institutions… it meant something very different. In this episode, I reflect on my experience entering college in the late ’80s—at a time when being a minority on campus wasn’t just about numbers, it was about navigating an environment that wasn’t built with you in mind. We didn’t just go to class. We built community. We created culture. We found ways to belong. And along

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12:25

Shoot for the Moon… But What Happens When You...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/03/30

What happens when you finally reach the goal you’ve been chasing?We’re taught to shoot for the moon—to set big goals, work hard, and push forward no matter what. But no one really talks about what happens when you actually get there. In this episode of In The Know with Tony Reeves, I share a personal reflection on my journey to becoming a judge—and the unexpected reality that came with it. Because the truth is, even when you’re doing everything right… there can still be a part of you that never

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9:36

Stop Saying “I Know My Worth” — Start Leveraging Your...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/03/26

Many professionals say the same phrase when they feel disrespected at work: “I know my worth.” But in professional environments, that statement rarely creates leverage. In this episode, I reflect on a resignation letter I wrote nearly 20 years ago and the lesson I didn’t fully understand at the time. There is a critical difference between worth and value. Worth is personal. Value is measurable. Organizations make decisions based on cost-benefit analysis, not emotional statements about personal

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21:41

When Your Job Becomes Your Therapy… But Doesn’t Heal You

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/03/23

There’s a difference between working hard… and hiding in your work. In this episode of In The Know with Tony Reeves, I share a deeply personal story from my first job—how I immersed myself in work as a way to cope with a toxic relationship, isolation, and unresolved emotional pain. On the surface, it looked like ambition. I was producing. I was being recognized. I was excelling. But underneath it all, I was avoiding something I didn’t know how to face. In this episode, I break down: Why high

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11:30

Why I Joined the Military… And the Truth I Didn’t...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/03/19

People often ask me why I joined the military. The truth is the answer changed over time. At first it was about leadership and structure. Later it was about security and opportunity. But looking back today, I realized something deeper influenced my decision — the examples set by the people I looked up to. In this episode I reflect on my military journey and what truly shaped that decision.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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5:49

Growth Doesn’t Always Come on Your Terms

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2026/03/07

In this episode, I reflect on a lesson many of us learn the hard way: growth rarely happens the way we expect. Early in my career, I found myself frustrated when a professional opportunity didn’t unfold the way I wanted. I thought I had lost something important. But over time, I realized that the change actually positioned me to develop new skills and gain experiences that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. Sometimes we spend so much time protecting a good situation that we resist the very opportunities

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5:39

Growth Doesn’t Always Happen on Your Terms

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2026/03/03

Sometimes the biggest opportunities in life arrive in ways we didn’t expect — and often in ways we didn’t want. In this episode, I reflect on a moment early in my career when I believed I had the perfect situation. I had a good job, a supportive environment, and a path that felt comfortable. But then circumstances changed in a way that forced me to reconsider everything.At the time, I was frustrated because I wanted growth on my terms. What I eventually realized, however, was that the opportunity

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19:19

The Professional Point of No Return: When You Have to...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/03/02

At some point in your career, you will face what I call a professional point of no return. Not a promotion. Not a raise. Not a routine job change. A decision that fundamentally changes your trajectory. In this episode, I share the story of when I had to decide whether to stay at a firm I loved… or walk away and build my own practice from scratch. We discuss: • Shifting expectations and unclear promotion paths • The emotional weight of professional loyalty • Security vs. uncertainty • The power of

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19:02

Unexpected Opportunities: When Career Detours Become...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/02/24

Sometimes the opportunities that shape your life don’t arrive wrapped in comfort — they come through confusion, misinformation, or unexpected change. In this episode, I share a pivotal early-career experience from 1992 when a misunderstanding about an educational leave program forced me to leave a job I loved and relocate for graduate school. At the time, it felt frustrating and unfair. But with perspective, I now see how that detour gave me hands-on experience, professional maturity, and skills

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15:39

Becoming the Architect: Thriving Without a Blueprint

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2026/02/21

What happens when you move from structured environments into spaces where there are no clear rules? For most of our lives, we are conditioned to function inside defined systems — school schedules, job hierarchies, predictable workflows. But what happens when you step into entrepreneurship, leadership, or life transitions where there is no blueprint?In this episode, Anthony Reeves explores the difference between survival mode and thriving mode, the fear of unstructured environments, and the

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12:30

Next Level Is Not a Logo

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2026/02/19

Everybody says they’re “trying to take it to the next level.”But what does that even mean? In this episode of In the Know with Tony Reeves, Tony challenges the abstract language we casually throw around when talking about growth. Whether it’s your career, your life, or your side projects, saying “next level” without defining it is just motivational wallpaper. Tony breaks down: The difference between abstract ambition and defined goalsWhy people can’t help you if you can’t articulate your

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0:38

Help me create a course

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/02/18

I’m exploring creating a digital course, and I want it to reflect real needs, not guesses. If there’s something you’d want help learning from my experience — career transitions, legal awareness, building income streams, or personal growth — reach out and let me know.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support.

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11:20

Is a Master’s Degree Worth It? What Graduate School...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/02/13

Thinking about graduate school — or wondering if your advanced degree was worth it? In this episode of In the Know with Tony Reeves, I share real talk about what a master’s degree actually does for your career. From leveraging expertise to managing expectations, I break down the myths many of us grew up believing about education automatically opening doors. I also talk about: Why advanced degrees don’t guarantee opportunityHow graduate school can rebuild confidence and credibilityThe importance of

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32:39

The Loss of Safe Space: When Safety Disappears and...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/02/10

In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about a moment in college when my sense of safety was unexpectedly challenged — and how that experience shaped how I approach environments, relationships, and professional spaces even today.Safety isn’t always physical. Sometimes it’s emotional, psychological, and cultural. And when that sense of safety is disrupted, it can change how you move through the world. In this conversation, I discuss:✔ The impact of losing a sense of safety✔ Navigating

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13:26

Shared World, Different Reality: A Reflection on...

In The Know with Tony Reeves ·

2026/02/07

Just because we share the same space doesn’t mean we share the same reality.In this episode, I explore the difference between what I call a shared world and a shared reality — and why understanding that distinction matters more than we often realize. From professional environments to generational experience, from socioeconomic signals to cultural awareness, this conversation is about recognizing that people can occupy the same environment while navigating very different lived experiences. This isn’t

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