Surviving Workplace Bullying: Andy Regal on Power, Trauma, and Reclaiming Your Voice

In this powerful episode of Coached Soul, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with TV production veteran Andy Regal for an honest conversation about the hidden reality of workplace bullying and power abuse.

From navigating high-pressure television newsrooms to confronting toxic leadership dynamics, Andy shares his personal journey through professional success, emotional strain, and eventual advocacy. Together, Steve and Andy unpack how bullying erodes psychological safety, damages mental health, and creates shame that keeps victims silent.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What workplace bullying really looks like - beyond obvious aggression
• How power dynamics and control impact mental health
• The emotional toll of bullying in both family and professional settings
• Why resilience alone isn’t enough to survive toxic environments
• The importance of support, advocacy, and breaking silence

Whether you’ve experienced bullying at work, struggled under controlling leadership, or want to better understand toxic environments, this episode offers validation, insight, and hope for healing and empowerment.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to recognize abuse of power, protect your wellbeing, and reclaim your voice.

Key Moments:

03:26 Seeking Workplace Validation

07:30 "Complex Legacy and Career Highlights"

10:35 "Clarifying Andy's Perspective"

15:48 Workplace Civility and Psychological Safety

17:28 "Control vs. Manage in Media"

21:16 Getting the Story Right

24:28 Toxic Boss Impacting Mental Health

27:06 Teen Bullying and Workplace Impact

About the guest : Andy Regal is a media executive and the author of Surviving Bully Culture: A Career Spent Navigating Workplace Bullying and a Guide for Healing.

Regal advanced to Executive Producer, Executive Vice President of Programming, and VP of Original Programming at major media organizations, including Court TV, CNBC, and MSNBC. He served as Global Head of Video at The Wall Street Journal, overseeing journalists in New York, Washington, San Francisco, London, and Hong Kong.

He garnered honors, including the Loeb Award for Excellence in Business Journalism, the Associated Press Media Editors Award, "Innovator of The Year," and Emmy nominations for Obamacare "Prescribed" and "Consumer 101" on NBC.

How to connect Andy:

Book Link: https://andyregal.com/my-book/

Website : https://andyregal.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyregal-nwb/

About Coached Soul™:

Coached Soul™ is an empowering podcast hosted by Dr. Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Dr. Steve covers many topics, including mental health, relationships, education, and more. He fearlessly tackles sensitive subjects like depression and anxiety, creating a safe space for open conversations. They offer valuable insights and lessons through interviews with guests who have overcome significant challenges. Coached Soul is not just a podcast but a supportive community that inspires personal growth and provides the necessary resources for transformation. Their expertise and genuine approach make Coached Soul a must-listen for anyone seeking to improve their life.

For more details, visit https://coachedsoul.com/