When a podcast cracks the top 1.5% globally within months of launch, the host’s backstory usually has something to do with it. For Corey Proffitt-Boyd, that story is now in print.
LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Corey Proffitt-Boyd, who wears the hats of author, entrepreneur, and podcast host, has published his personal memoir, Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd: The Life I Almost Missed. The book digs into resilience, self-acceptance, personal growth, and the unforeseen doors that open when someone decides to live honestly.
The book arrives on the heels of the podcast of the same name, which debuted in May 2026 and quickly rose to the top 1.5% of podcasts worldwide, based on Listen Notes rankings. That fast ascent positioned Proffitt-Boyd as a fresh voice in personal storytelling, drawing listeners in with frank discussions about the moments that mold, test, and ultimately change people.
Now he is telling the story behind that voice.
From Humble Beginnings to Extraordinary Possibilities
Proffitt-Boyd was raised in Marydell, a small rural community near London, Kentucky, in a rented home where money was often tight. His parents worked as tobacco farmers, and the family’s limited income sometimes made even basic conveniences a luxury.
Yet his childhood was rich with imagination, curiosity, and the steady presence of a mother whose unconditional love would become a lifelong anchor.
Growing up gay in a conservative small-town setting added layers of difficulty, shaping how he came to understand identity, acceptance, and bravery. Proffitt-Boyd says he recognized who he was at a young age, even if voicing that truth openly meant pushing against the expectations of those around him.
His path eventually led him from rural Kentucky to Lexington, where he started building a career, launching businesses, and reaching for opportunities that once felt out of reach.
The Turning Point That Changed Everything
The memoir doesn’t shy away from the struggles that almost kept him from the life he eventually built.
On October 1, 2019, he made a pivotal choice to quit drinking alcohol and using tobacco—a decision that would transform his relationship with himself and others. Through honest accounts of addiction, people-pleasing, emotional boundaries, and accountability, the book looks at how destructive habits take root and how determination can uproot them.
Rather than framing transformation as one dramatic moment, Proffitt-Boyd shows how real change comes through ongoing self-reflection, hard choices, and a willingness to face uncomfortable realities.
Love, Loss, and the Relationships That Define Us
Some of the memoir’s most affecting sections deal with his parents.
His mother, Katherine, was his closest confidante and a defining influence. Her final years, the weight of caregiving, and the deep sorrow of her passing inspired reflections on love, mortality, and the bonds that persist beyond death.
The book also revisits his complicated relationship with his father and the surprising reconciliation that emerged near the end of his father’s life.
Together, these stories give readers a close look at forgiveness, healing, and why it matters to say what needs saying while there is still time.
A Podcast That Found Its Audience Around the World
The swift success of Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd points to a real hunger for genuine, emotionally resonant content.
Within months of its May 2026 premiere, the show hit the top 1.5% globally, giving listeners a window into Proffitt-Boyd’s conversational style on topics like grief, resilience, mental health, relationships, and self-esteem.
His second show, Feel Better Today, takes a more practical angle on wellness and self-care, underscoring his mission to help people handle daily struggles.
With more than 25 years in multimedia, marketing, and business ownership, Proffitt-Boyd has long worked at the intersection of creativity, communication, and human connection.
His move into writing feels like a natural next step in his ongoing effort to make people feel seen, heard, and encouraged.
More Than a Memoir
While The Life I Almost Missed centers on one man’s story, its themes reach well beyond the author’s own experience.
The book asks readers to think about how fear, circumstance, relationships, and societal pressure can quietly steer their lives, sometimes hiding the opportunities right in front of them.
At its core, it is a story about taking back control, embracing who you are, and recognizing that a difficult past does not foreclose a meaningful future.
Book Availability
Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd: The Life I Almost Missed is available in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle formats on Amazon.
Readers can also go to the book’s official site, www.TheLifeIAlmostMissed.me, for more details and direct links to order their preferred edition through Amazon.
About the Author
Corey Proffitt-Boyd is a Lexington, Kentucky-based author, entrepreneur, multimedia professional, and host of Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd and Feel Better Today. His work centers on resilience, authenticity, emotional wellness, and the power of personal storytelling.
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Official Book Website: www.TheLifeIAlmostMissed.me
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Podcast: Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Corey Proffitt-Boyd
Author and host of Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd
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Why it matters: Proffitt-Boyd’s leap from podcast microphone to published memoir reflects a broader shift in how audiences consume personal growth content—moving from passive listening to deeper, more permanent engagement. His story, rooted in rural hardship and late-in-life reinvention, offers a blueprint for creators looking to extend their brand beyond a single medium.
