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Episode Synopsis
Today’s guest needs no introduction—he’s a Grammy-winning producer and cultural icon. But in this episode, he’s not here as Timbaland. He’s here as my dad.
In this raw and real conversation, Timothy Moseley opens up about fatherhood, faith, and the moments that matter most. We talk about what it looks like to rebuild trust, reconnect emotionally, and show up not just in career, but in love and legacy.
From his childhood in Norfolk, Virginia to building a creative empire, my dad shares the stories, missteps, and growth that shaped him. Whether you’re a creative, a parent, or simply navigating what it means to be seen, this episode holds something for you.
🗣️ “I always held myself to these really high expectations… especially growing up in the house that I did.”
KEY POINTS:
- Growing up in Norfolk: How music and family shaped Timbaland’s early life
- The unexpected link between video games and Timbaland’s musical genius
- How God gave Timbaland purpose and why faith keeps him grounded
- The highs of fame vs. the quiet need to be present as a father
- Rebuilding trust: what it looks like to reconnect as father and daughter
- Timbaland on the challenge of raising daughters with love, not control
- Letting go of perfection and learning to just show up
- Timbaland’s advice for creatives and parents
QUOTES:
"Music always kept me where I couldn't see outside of that bubble of life."
"Success could have destroyed me, because you get caught up in so many things. But being that I was raised a certain way, fatherhood was the thing that I needed to balance success."
"When you start to lose your imagination, you start to lose yourself."
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🎙️ Produced by EPYC Media Network
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In this raw and real conversation, Timothy Moseley opens up about fatherhood, faith, and the moments that matter most. We talk about what it looks like to rebuild trust, reconnect emotionally, and show up not just in career, but in love and legacy.
From his childhood in Norfolk, Virginia to building a creative empire, my dad shares the stories, missteps, and growth that shaped him. Whether you’re a creative, a parent, or simply navigating what it means to be seen, this episode holds something for you.
🗣️ “I always held myself to these really high expectations… especially growing up in the house that I did.”
KEY POINTS:
- Growing up in Norfolk: How music and family shaped Timbaland’s early life
- The unexpected link between video games and Timbaland’s musical genius
- How God gave Timbaland purpose and why faith keeps him grounded
- The highs of fame vs. the quiet need to be present as a father
- Rebuilding trust: what it looks like to reconnect as father and daughter
- Timbaland on the challenge of raising daughters with love, not control
- Letting go of perfection and learning to just show up
- Timbaland’s advice for creatives and parents
QUOTES:
"Music always kept me where I couldn't see outside of that bubble of life."
"Success could have destroyed me, because you get caught up in so many things. But being that I was raised a certain way, fatherhood was the thing that I needed to balance success."
"When you start to lose your imagination, you start to lose yourself."
✨ Need a Reign Check? ✨ Subscribe now so you never miss a new episode!
📲 Follow Reign on Instagram @reignmosley_
🎙️ Produced by EPYC Media Network
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If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate, review, and share it with a friend!
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