The Path to Authenticity: Recent Episodes
Tom Gentry
The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are. We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.
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The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality.
Host Tom Gentry talks to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds.
His guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are.
They talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we all might become truer expressions of who we are.
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Lee McCormick: January 24, 1956 to October 26, 2024 Amazing Beings or From a Place of Respect Episode 133 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Lee McCormick. Lee is the co-founder of Integrative Life Center, in Nashville, Tennessee, and has been a leading voice in behavioral health and addiction treatment for many […]
The Brand of Being Episode 113 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with life purpose expert and branding strategist Mike Iamele. Mike is author of Enough Already: Create Success on Your Own Terms. A key part of his work involves helping people determine what he call their “sensitivities.” Mike goes into detail about this […]
Conquering Hard Things Episode 228 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with friend of the show, past guest, therapist, and podcaster Eric Bricker. Eric is the host of the Good Counsel podcast and co-founder of the Trauma Studio. Enjoy. -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work. © […]
Team Waffle House Episode 227 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with recovery advocate and podcaster Ashley Neal. Enjoy. -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work. © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; Music: […]
That Word, Attention Episode 226 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with author and choreographer Amy Jordan. Enjoy. -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work. © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; Music: I Wanna be a Machine, Study in FEEDBACK, Roach-Man, and […]
A Little Bit of Agency Episode 225 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Jessica Baum, LMHC, author of Anxiously Attached. You can hear more from Jessica in episode 24. Enjoy. -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work. © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Just Be Episode 224 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Dr. Scott Lipp, a board-certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. He specializes in treating […]
Help Getting Help: An Alternative to Intervention Episode 223 of The Path to Authenticity is a departure from the norm. In it I speak to a former client who I helped with his son. Together, over the course of about two weeks, we devised and implemented a plan for his adult son to receive residential treatment […]
We Can Still Hold On Episode 222 features a conversation with grief therapist Gina Moffa, the author of Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go: A Modern Guide to Navigating Loss. Hear more from Gina in episode 114 and episode 115 of the podcast. Enjoy. -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work. […]
originally released on September 7, 2021 Last night, as my little rat terrier, Caesar, and I returned from our final walk of the day, we encountered the man I used to be, and was until the very same evening 25 years ago. After holding the fob to unlock the door at the front entrance […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Having Skin in the Game Episode 221 features a conversation with Saul Malek, who a recovering compulsive gambler and a student at Southern Methodist University. Enjoy. -tg Find t-shirts, journals, and other podcast gear at TeePublic. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Mission Manhood Episode 220 features a conversation with Austin therapist Angela Abide. Angela hosts the Mission Manhood Podcast which encourages and celebrates mature masculinity, and on Substack, she writes the Love Revolution newsletter. She is also the mother of three adult sons. […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. What She Needed to Hear Episode 219 features a conversation with therapist the late Tiffany Wehrner. Enjoy. -tg Find t-shirts, journals, and other podcast gear at TeePublic. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. The Boundaries Blueprint This week, I published this little ebook on Amazon. It’s available at no charge to Kindle Unlimited subscribers. A .pdf version of The Boundaries Blueprint is available to paid subscribers of my Substack publication. The Boundaries Blueprint […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. On Male Alexithymia Episode 218 features part two of a conversation with therapist Phil Treiber, from Dude, Breathe Counseling in Boca Raton, Florida. As mentioned in the intro, you can find t-shirts, journals, and other podcast gear at Tee Public. Enjoy. -tg Subscribe […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Dude, Breathe. Episode 217 features part one of a conversation with therapist Phil Treiber, from Dude, Breathe Counseling in Boca Raton, Florida. According to Phil, in his approach, the therapist and client are like companions walking a path together in the woods. […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Where are All the Grown Ups Episode 216 features part two of a conversation with therapist Holly Homan. Holly is the co-owner of JRNY Counseling, LP, a private practice located in Noblesville, Indiana. She graduated from Indiana University with an undergraduate degree […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Born Into Listening Episode 215 features part one of a conversation with therapist Holly Homan. Holly is the co-owner of JRNY Counseling, a private practice located in Noblesville, Indiana. She graduated from Indiana University with an undergraduate degree in psychology, and obtained […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. A Virtuous Character Episode 214 features the second of a two-part conversation with author and philosopher Tanner Campbell. He talks sbout the pursuit of a virtuous character, and draws the distinction between Stocism, with a capital S, and stoicism. Tanner is the […]
A Good & Holy Life Martha Agnes Gentry: August 23, 1930 – November 28, 2021 Episode 122 was originally released as a special Mother’s Day installment of The Path to Authenticity in 2021. It features a conversation with my then 90-year-old mother, Martha Gentry. I wanted an opportunity to ask her some of the questions […]
Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Practical Stoicism Episode 213 is the first of season two of The Path to Authenticity. It features the first of a two-part conversation with Tanner Campbell. He talks about how creating a podcast on Stocism helped him reconnect with his own practice […]
Episode 14 features VËR, an independent singer, songwriter, and producer from Montreal, Quebec. Her musical identity is drawn from contemporary influences like Snoh Aalegra, Charlotte Cardin, and Sinead Harnett, with the jazzy and soulful inspiration of Amy Winehouse and Norah Jones. Her intimate, moody, and smooth vocals draw the listener in close, transporting them into […]
This episode features a passage from How Patriarchy Undermines Masculinity, by Tom Gentry. It was published January 20, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: The Sound of Tom’s […]
This episode features a passage from Stop Telling Us to Be Vulnerable, by Tom Gentry. It was published January 27, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: The Sound […]
Episode 13 features Angela Abide, a Licensed Professional Counselor trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy. She teaches clients to practice Self-led mediation as a way to manage their mind and emotions, their relationships with others, and their interactions in the world. Angela works with clients to help them discover how to be true to themselves […]
This episode on avoiding emotions features a passage from When We’re at Odds with Our Emotions, by Tom Gentry. It was published February 3, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions […]
This episode features a passage from The Road to Hell is Paved with Suppressed Emotions, by Tom Gentry. It was published February 24, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: […]
This episode features a passage from The Road to Hell is Paved with Suppressed Emotions, by Tom Gentry. It was published February 24, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: […]
This episode features a passage from The Road to Hell is Paved with Suppressed Emotions, by Tom Gentry. It was published February 24, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: […]
This episode features a passage from Resisting Painful Emotions, by Tom Gentry. It was published February 27, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: The Sound of Tom’s Substack […]
This episode features a passage from Emotional Disconnection, by Tom Gentry. It was published March 10, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: The Sound of Tom’s Substack Community […]
This episode features a passage from All the Talk About Masculinity: We’re Sidestepping Emotions, by Tom Gentry. It was published March 24, 2023, on Substack. Subscribe to Tom’s Substack publication: The Manifest Just a Thought on Apple Podcasts The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast: […]
In Just a Thought, host Tom Gentry shares passages from his writing. Each episode features a short monologue. Think of it as a rickety soapbox upon which he occasionally stands. You’ll hear commentary on social issues, personal growth, emotional literacy, men’s issues, relationships, and much more. For more content like this, visit tgentry.substack.com to subscribe […]
Welcome to The Podcast: The Sound of Tom’s Substack Community. A place for interviews, commentary, conversations with friends, readings from The Manifest, and much more. Only on Substack. The Path to Authenticity with Tom Gentry Men Who Talk with Ed Tilton & Tom Gentry 20 Questions The Podcast Archive Tom’s Substack Publication: The Manifest tomgentry.net © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; […]
Between the Lump in My Throat & the Pit in My Stomach Episode 212 of The Path to Authenticity is the final episode of season one of the podcast. Hear me read a story I published on Substack days before my 50th birthday. Enjoy. -tg The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA […]
The Centerpiece Happy Valentine’s Day. Episode 211 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with neurologist Dr. Antonello Bonci, founder of GIA Miami. Hear Dr. Bonci discuss how his chilhood in Italy led to his impressive career and his life’s work. Enjoy. -tg The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA Miami. […]
The Resistance is Exhausting Episode 210 of The Path to Authenticity features features host Tom Gentry reading an article he published on Substack, and giving an update on the podcast as well as some of his other work. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast on men […]
It’s Not That Simple Episode 209 of The Path to Authenticity features features host Tom Gentry reading an article he published on Substack about vulnerablity. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast on men and intimacy hosted by Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton. The Path to Authenticity […]
Staying Curious Episode 208 of The Path to Authenticity features Amy Effman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living and working in Boca Raton, Florida. Amy specializes in addictions, providing individual, couples, and family therapy. Learn more about Amy at 20 Questions for Amy Effman, or by visiting mytherapistamy.com. If you enjoyed this episode, you […]
Where the Magic Is Episode 207 of The Path to Authenticity features yoga teacher and Lululemon Ambassador Chelsea Gage. A Florida native, Chelsea is the co-owner of Yoga Path Palm Beach in West Palm Beach. Her teaching is rooted in her own practice developed over the last 13 years. This energy comes through in every […]
MORE AT 11:00 Episode 206 of The Path to Authenticity features features host Tom Gentry reading an article he published on Substack about men and our relationships with our emotions. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to episode eight of Men Who Talk. The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by […]
See You in 2023 The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA Miami. Founded by world-class mental health experts, GIA provides advanced care for difficult-to-treat conditions, including anxiety, medication-resistant depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Using state-of-the-art methods, GIA can help people recover from conditions when more-traditional approaches can’t. Dr. Antonello Bonci has assembled an […]
The Privilege of Being There Episode 205 of The Path to Authenticity features Michael Damioli. Michael has treated addiction and mental health since 2012. He leads the clinical care team at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery. He is a strong advocate for ethical reform within the addiction treatment field and is excited to promote CMAR as […]
Outward Expression of the Soul From the moment she emerged from the womb, Mimie Langlois’s life has been a study in awareness. Her art epitomizes the close relationship between creativity and divinity. And, it hangs in public buildings around the globe. This episode tells the story of a woman whose charmed life took flight as […]
Through the Lens of a Child Episode 203 of The Path to Authenticity features the artist Heather Sundquist Hall. Heather lives and works in Texas and is part of the vibrant art scene in Austin. She talks about how painting helps her feel grounded and touches on some positive aspects of having a day job. […]
The Manifest Episode 202 of The Path to Authenticity features a brief monologue and reading from the host. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to episode eight of Men Who Talk. The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA Miami. Founded by world-class mental health experts, GIA provides advanced care […]
Toxic Milestone Mentality Episode 201 of The Path to Authenticity features the return of Lisa Cleary, the author of How to Survive a Breakup (When All of Your Friends are Birthing Their Second Child). Lisa is a tough love self-help author and blogger. Her work has appeared in TODAY, The Huffington Post, Women’s Health, Love […]
That’s the Dream Episode 200 of The Path to Authenticity features Alysse Gafkjen, a Nashville-based portrait photographer working in the music industry. Click here to see examples of Alysse’s work. Hear her talk about how she built a career by honoring her love for both music and photography. Click here to see some examples of […]
Carrie Bradshaw Syndrome Episode 199 of The Path to Authenticity features the mindset coach known on Instagram as @authenticallyamanda. Amanda Kuda lives and works in Austin, TX. She tells the story of how her relationship with alcohol was preventing her from being the best version of herself. Amanda works with women who are ready to step […]
To Finally Belong Episode 198 of The Path to Authenticity features the one and only Hallie Heeg. Our conversation took place on the afternoon of May 25, a few hours before George Floyd was murdered in Minneapolis. Hallie is an entrepreneur, consultant, recovery coach, and interventionist with over 18 years of expertise in eating disorders, […]
Living in a Beautiful State Episode 197 features a conversation with Sri Preethaji from late 2021. She is the co-author, with her husband, Krishnaji, of the national bestseller The Four Sacred Secrets for Love and Prosperity: a Guide to Living in a Beautiful State. Hear about her life and work, in a meaningful conversation that […]
British Military Officer & Magician Pete Donnelly Episode 196 of The Path to Authenticity features an conversation with Pete Donnelly. This conversation originally took place on Clubhouse. Click here to find me on Substack. Enjoy. -tg Click here to listen to episode eight of Men Who Talk. The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by […]
The Return Episode 195 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with features a conversation with rabbi and divorce coach Noam Raucher. Noam is also the producer and host of several podcasts. Listen in on this discussion, which took place live on Clubhouse. Click here to find me on Substack. Enjoy. -tg Click here […]
What’s Next?: In episode eight of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton wrap up season one in a series of conversationsons on men and intimacy. Brought to you by Begin Again Institute. Listen in on season two production with Ed and Tom on Clubhouse, at 5:15 EST on Tuesdays, beginning October 4. Since 2008, […]
Sharpening the Chisels Episode 194 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Andy Isham. Andy does custom woodwork, and is the owner of These Trees, which uses salvaged urban trees to create unique furniture pieces in Madison, Wisconsin. Hear Andy talk about how the idea of practicality has affected his career path, and […]
Becoming a Quitter Episode 193 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Seattle-based journalist and author Erica C. Barnett. In July of 2020, she published Quitter: A Memoir of Drinking, Relapse, and Recovery. Hear her talk about some of the experiences that went into writing the book. She also reveals the original title, […]
Rough Stones Episode 192 of The Path to Authenticity features Allen Schwartz. Allen is a recovery advocate who also serves as a prayer chaplain at Unity of the Palm Beaches. He’s been an important figure in my life since we first met in 1996. And, he’s one of those people who makes everyone smile when […]
originally released on September 7, 2021 Last night, as my little rat terrier, Caesar, and I returned from our final walk of the day, we encountered the man I used to be, and was until the very same evening 25 years ago. After holding the fob to unlock the door at the front entrance […]
Digital Marketing Expert Freya Jones Episode 191 of The Path to Authenticity features an conversation with my friend, Freya Jones. This conversation originally took place on Clubhouse. Click here to find me on Substack. Enjoy. -tg Click here to listen to episode seven of Men Who Talk. The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by […]
Intimacy in Families: In episode seven of Men Who Talk, Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton continue an eigth-part series of conversations with a discussion on on intimacy in the context if family. Brought to you by Begin Again Institute. Since 2008, Begin Again Institute has specialized in helping men heal both their sexually addictive behaviors […]
Recovery Advocate Chelsea McLintock Episode 190 of The Path to Authenticity features an conversation with my friend, Chelsea McLintock. This conversation originally took place on Clubhouse. If you like this episode, you might also enjoy Episode 172, with Jenna Malyon, or episode 2 of How It Happened. Click here to find me on Substack. Enjoy. […]
Childcare Provider Jenna Malyon Episode 189 of The Path to Authenticity features an conversation with my friend, Jenna Malyon. This conversation originally took place on Clubhouse. Learn more about Jenna in Episode 172, or in episode 2 of How It Happened. Click here to find me on Substack. Enjoy. -tg Click here to listen to […]
Episode 188 of The Path to Authenticity consists of a monologue where I talk about how my life experience has shaped the way I think about other men, especially as it pertains to how men treat women. Click here to find me on Substack. Enjoy. -tg Click here to listen to episode five of Men […]
Fellow Traveler Ken Hudson Episode 187 of The Path to Authenticity features an conversation with my friend, Ken Hudson. This conversation originally took place on Clubhouse. Enjoy. -tg Click here to listen to episode five of Men Who Talk. The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA Miami. Founded by world-class mental health […]
Raising Men: In episode six of Men Who Talk, Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton continue an eigth-part series of conversations with a discussionon on parenting boys and raising men. Brought to you by Begin Again Institute. Since 2008, Begin Again Institute has specialized in helping men heal both their sexually addictive behaviors and rebuild relationships […]
Mixed-Media Illustrator Elena Øhlander Episode 186 of The Path to Authenticity features an interview with Jacksobville artist Elena Øhlander, guest from episode 94 of the podcast. This conversation originally took place as an Instagram live. Enjoy. -tg Join the July Journaling Challenge. Click here to listen to episode five of Men Who Talk. The Path […]
Dad Has No Friends or Hurt People Hurt People Episode 185 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with journalist Cleo Stiller. Cleo is the author of Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man Today, out with Simon & Schuster on November 12th, 2019. She talks about how she […]
London Estate Agent Amani Sherif Episode 184 of The Path to Authenticity features an interview with Amani Sherif. Amani was the guest on episode 141 of the podcast. Enjoy. -tg Join the July Journaling Challenge. Click here to listen to episode four of Men Who Talk. The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by […]
Psychotherapist & Podcast Host Eric Bricker Episode 183 of The Path to Authenticity features an interview with my friend Eric Bricker, psychotherapist and host of the Good Counsel podcast. We recorded it live on Clubhouse on September 6 2021. My friendship with Eric, who has also been a mentor to me, spans more that two […]
Sizing Each Other Up: In episode five of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton In episode four of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton continue an eigth-part series of conversations, discussing men and their struggles with meaningful friendships. Brought to you by Begin Again Institute. In this episode, we discuss The […]
July 4, 2022 In episode 182, I share some thoughts on how it feels for me to be an American right now. In it, I refer to the Gettyburg Address, which you can read here. Enjoy. -tg Join the July Journaling Challenge. Click here to listen to episode four of Men Who Talk. The Path […]
As if It Didn’t Matter Episode 181 features a conversation with Dr. Dheena Sadik, who lives and works in Colombo, Sri Lanka. She discusses the pursuit of her education as a female growing up in a traditional, male-dominated culture. We also hear about how she has navigated her romantic life in a culture where arranged […]
Toxic Masculinity: Men & Friendship In episode four of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton In episode four of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton continue an eigth-part series of conversations, discussing men and their struggles with meaningful friendships. Brought to you by Begin Again Institute. Since 2008, Begin Again Institute […]
Burying the Lead This is the second of a two episodes featuring John Thomas, Executive Vice-President and Publisher of Psychology Today. We pick up where we left off, talking about some of my career highlights, including how, in my 30’s I had the opportunity to work for someone I saw in concert in my teens. […]
The Magical Moment of Redemption This is the first of two episodes featuring John Thomas, Executive Vice-President and Publisher of Psychology Today. John talks a little about his background and how he got his career off the ground with the help of a minor mishap. Then he reverses roles with the host. Hear our conversation, […]
Episode 178 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with hypnotherapist, EFT practitioner, and coach Jill Lang. Coach Jilly and host Tom Gentry discuss our beliefs around sex and relationships, how pornography affects relationships, and much more. This episode is inspired by something Coach Jilly does each week with her Instagram community – Sex […]
Episode 177 of The Path to Authenticity features a monologue in respone to the mass shootings at Uvalde, and Buffalo, and Santa Fe, and Parkland, and… Enjoy. -tg The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA Miami. Founded by world-class mental health experts, GIA provides advanced care for difficult-to-treat conditions, including anxiety, medication-resistant depression, […]
Toxic Masculinity: What It Is & What It Isn’t In episode three of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton continue an eigth-part series of conversations on men and intimacy with a discussion on toxic masculinity, a polarizing term often conflated with masculinity itself. Brought to you by Begin Again Institute. Since 2008, Begin […]
Taking One Small Risk Episode 176 of The Path to Authenticity features Akashic Record reader, reiki master, and shamanic practitioner Rita Ellen Mirchandani. Hear Rita talk about her winding spiritual path, and her vision to teach the rest of us how to access the Akashic Records as a source of healing. Enjoy. -tg The Path […]
The Wisdom of No Escape Episode 175 of The Path to Authenticity features the second in a two-part conversation with Albert Flynn DeSilver, a poet and prose writer, speaker, and workshop leader. Albert served as Marin County California’s very first Poet Laureate from 2008 to 2010. He is the author of the memoir Beamish Boy. […]
Saved by Poetry Episode 174 of The Path to Authenticity features the first in a two-part conversation with Albert Flynn DeSilver, a poet and prose writer, speaker, and workshop leader. Albert served as Marin County California’s very first Poet Laureate from 2008 to 2010. He is the author of the memoir Beamish Boy. His latest […]
A Good & Holy Life Originally released for Mother’s Day, 2021: Episode 122 is a special Mother’s Day installment of The Path to Authenticity. It features a conversation with my 90-year-old mother, Martha Gentry. I wanted an opportunity to ask her some of the questions I never asked my dad. She tells about when she […]
Year Three In Review Episode 173 of The Path to Authenticity features a review of the past year of the podcast. Check out the 3yrs on the Path playlist on Spotify. In this episode, I refer to episodes 120 and 121, with Alisha Crossley, 122, with my mom, 123, with the author Karen Casey, 124 and 125, […]
A Living Entity Episode 172 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Cornwall, Ontario’s own Jenna Malyon. After many years of working for the family business, Jenna went all-in on her dream, launching J-Bear Child Care in the beginning of 2022. Hear her talk about taking the leap and how her life has […]
The Purpose of Psychotherapy Dr. Donna Marks is the Author of Learn, Grow, Forgive: A Path to Spiritual Success. Donna is psychotherapist with a long list of credentials and has been a teacher of A Course in Miracles for as long as she has practiced, over three decades. In episode 171 of The Path to […]
Emotions Are Not Gender-Dependent In episode two of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton continue an eigth-part series of conversations on men and intimacy with a disccussion on how we are socialized to believe that women feel and “real” men don’t, and how this false belief affects close relationships. Brought to you by […]
Inspiring Transformation In episode 170 of The Path to Authenticity, I have a conversation with social media ghostwriter Amy Blaschka. Amy has made a career offering “stories as a service.” From her degree in film to her two and a half decades spent branding products, places, and people, to founding her writing practice, Amy has always […]
Magicman is a magician, living and working in the U.K. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. If you’re interested in sponsoring this show, email tom@thepathtoauthenticity.com. © Copyright 2022, Tom Gentry; Music: Railroad’s Whiskey Co, by Jahzzar, edited for use under a Creative Commons license. […]
Episode 169 of The Path to Authenticity is a brief check in. I talk about my recent move as well as the other podcasts I’ve been working on, including Men Who Talk, with my friend Ed Tilton, Find it on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Enjoy. -tg The Path to Authenticity is brought to you by GIA […]
Beyond Blessed Episode 168 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Jana Angel. Jana is a television host at Electric Productions and the host of Living Local, a series dedicated to featuring the top trends, innovators, and business success stories across South Florida. Also, please check out my new podcast on men and intimacy with […]
In episode one of Men Who Talk Tom Gentry and Ed Tilton begin an eigth-part series of conversations on men and intimacy with a disccussion on what intimacy is in the first place, why it matters, and how this topic is relevant to modern men and the people who love them. Brought to you by […]
The Centerpiece Episode 167 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Dr. Antonello Bonci, founder of GIA Miami. Hear Dr. Bonci discuss how his chilhood in Italy led to his impressive carrer and his life’s work. Also, please check out my new podcast on men and intimacy with my friend Ed Tilton. You can […]
Bryn Daylor is a feminine embodiment coach who believes the key to transformation is through the body. On her 30th birthday, Bryn says she woke up with the sad realization that her marriage was no longer working for her. But, she didn’t know how to break free from her codependency without leaving. So, she packed […]
A Hit of Shame In episode 166 of The Path to Authenticity, hear author Joshua Shea talk about the magnitude of pornography addiction and why he made the transition into advocacy. A year after being treated for alcoholism, in 2014, Joshua found himself in another rehabilitation center, this time for sex and pornography addiction. His first book, The […]
How it Happened is a podcast for people who are in recovery or finding recovery from addiction and related issues. In each episode, you’ll hear someone’s story of How it Happened for them – how they found new life in recovery. These conversations were recorded live on the Clubhouse app. How it Happened is sponsored […]
One of Those Hopeless Cases Episode 165 of The Path to Authenticity features Fawn Clarke, a nutritional coach living and working in Ireland. Hear hear discuss her evolving relationship with food, and how she helps others reconcile theirs. If you like this episode, you may also like episode 72, with Hallie Heeg. Enjoy. -tg The […]
Jackie Shannon Hollis is a writer, storyteller and speaker and the author of the memoir, This Particular Happiness: A Childless Love Story. Her writing has been described as honest and intimate, exploring complex human issues in prose that is both direct and lyrical. Her work has appeared in various literary magazines, including The Sun, Rosebud, […]
Season One of Men Who Talk – coming in spring 2022 Join Ed Tilton and Tom Gentry for a series of conversations on men and intimacy. Recorded live on Clubhouse. Sponsored by Begin Again Institute. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow Men Who Talk on Spotify. © Copyright 2022, Tom Gentry; Theme music and voice by […]
The Value of Letting People In Episode 164 of The Path to Authenticity features Jackie Shannon Hollis. Jackie is a writer, storyteller and speaker and the author of the memoir, This Particular Happiness: A Childless Love Story. Hear more from Jackie in episode one of 20 Questions, coming soon. Her writing has been described as […]
How it Happened is a podcast for people who are in recovery or finding recovery from addiction and related issues. In each episode, you’ll hear someone’s story of How it Happened for them – how they found new life in recovery. These conversations were recorded live on the Clubhouse app. How it Happened is sponsored […]
A Whole New World Episode 163 of The Path to Authenticity features the actress Kristen Alderson, who landed her first daytime TV role as Starr Manning on One Life to Live at age six. She won a Daytime Emmy award in 2013 for her work on General Hospital. Hear Kristen share about her personal life, […]
Maybe I Should Try Episode 162 of The Path to Authenticity features Taylor Crousore, an actor, comedian, and writer based in New York City. He’s been acting professionally, Off Broadway and regionally, for the since 2013. Most recently he’s been performing off Broadway in the musical comedy he co-wrote, A Musical About Star Wars. He’s starred […]
Something from Nothing Episode 161 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with confidence coach Sejal Patel. Sejal empowers professional women to overcome mindset blocks, build power habits and routines, and increase their sense of self worth. This interview was recorded live on the Clubhouse app. Enjoy. -tg The Path to Authenticity is brought to […]
Coming Full Circle Episode 160 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Jamie Engel, founder and program director at Circle City Sober Living and Circle City IOP, in Indianapolis. For the past decade, Jamie has worked extensively with families and businesses around the world creating out-of-the-box treatment solutions & case management in the […]
Secret Agent Todd Episode 110 of The Path to Authenticity features Dr. Todd Kammerzelt, an addiction psychiatrist and medical director of Windrose Recovery. He tells us of his coming-of-age process and the meandering path he took to get where he is today. I hope you laugh as listening as we did recording this. Enjoy, and […]
An Extraordinary Calling Episode 84 of The Path to Authenticity features part two of a conversation with Dr. Chantelle Thomas, clinical psychologist and Executive Clinical Director of The Manor, in Slinger, Wisconsin. Hear Dr. Thomas talk about her life and career and how she came to her life’s work. To hear part one, click here. […]
I Think You Deserve This Episode 83 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Dr. Chantelle Thomas, clinical psychologist and Executive Clinical Director of The Manor, in Slinger, Wisconsin. Hear Dr. Thomas talk about her life and career and how she came to her life’s work. To hear part two, click here. The […]
Following the Thread Episode 159 of The Path to Authenticity features the return of alignment coach Hannah Uhler. She was one of the early guests of the show, in episode 34. At that time, she had only recently left her corparate marketing position to begin private coaching. Hear her talk about what has happened since. […]
The Moose is Loose Episode 158 of The Path to Authenticity features recovery advocate Ed Tilton. Ed is the director of operations at the Begin Again Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, a program for me with intimacy disorders. He has developed several other community programs, working with young people and families affected by addiction. He is […]
A Lot of Pressure Episode 157 feature a conversation with Ezra Bates, a recovery advocate and coach living and working in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With host Tom Gentry, Ezra discusses manhood, recovery, and the intersection between the two. This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse. Enjoy. -tg January Journaling Challenge Join a community of people who […]
I’m Tom Gentry. I’m a writer. I launched my first podcast in 2019. And, for over 20 years, I’ve helped families struggling with addiction and related issues. I’m all about helping people reconnect with themselves and connect with others. I’ve spoken to men and women from many walks of life, with the aim of getting […]
In episode 156, host Tom Gentry reads excerpts from a manuscript he’s working on. It’s a look at manhood. He touches on emotional literacy, toxic masculinity, and how the two are connected. In this episode he references the books Modern Manhood, by Cleo Stiller, The Way of Men, by Jack Donovan, Iron John, by Robert […]
In episode 155, host Tom Gentry looks back at the year 2021. He touches on some of the highlights throughout the year with the podcast and with life in general. January Journaling Challenge Join a community of people who are committed to developing a deeper connection with themselves in the coming year by taking part […]
Another Puzzle Avi Hakhamanesh describes herself as a strategy muse, a marketing wizard, and a transformation ninja. She also has a very strong presence on Clubhouse, where we recorded this conversation. In addition to the other content she creates there, she hosts weekly rooms with episode 150 guest David Sauvage. She talks about how her […]
A Son Facing East Anthony Guilbert published his first book when he was 19 years old. His most recent book, Notes from the Drift, he published about a year ago. In episode 153 of The Path to Authenticity, you’ll hear the story of a writer whose life experience shows up on the page. Among his […]
The Stranger & the Road The day before Martin Luther King delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech to a quarter-million onlookers from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, the poet Spencer Reece was born. Spencer is the author of “The Clerk’s Tale” and “The Road to Emmaus.” The documentary “Voices Beyond the Wall” chronicles […]
A Good & Holy Life Martha Agnes Gentry: August 23, 1930 – November 28, 2021 Episode 122 was originally released as a special Mother’s Day installment of The Path to Authenticity. It features a conversation with my then 90-year-old mother, Martha Gentry. I wanted an opportunity to ask her some of the questions I never […]
Forced Healing This episode of features a conversation with Olivia Sage. This conversation took place in a live meeting on the Clubhouse app. Olivia is a coach, breath-work facilitator, yoga instructor, and meditation teacher. She sees life as a journey where we get to live up to our highest potential by finding our unique voice and […]
The Value of Our Sensitivity This episode of features a deep conversation with and empath David Sauvage. He is the author of Healing Heals the Healer Too. This conversation took place in a live meeting on the Clubhouse app, where David is a conspicuous figure with a considerable following. We touch on his childhood, his […]
Burn it All Down This episode of features a conversation with Sacred Sexual Embodiment Coach, Yulia Rose. Hear Yulia talk about how tantra helped her heal her own relationship with herself and her sexuality. She also discusses the life experience that led her to do this work. Yulia grew up in what she describes as […]
Put Away the French Films & Go Talk to Your Parents This episode of features a conversation with psychotherapist Arielle Kanitz from Memorial Day weekend. It’s the last in a four-part series with the clinicians from The Counseling Collective, in Boca Raton Florida. Arielle is a licensed clinical social worker who provides individual, couples, […]
Critics Be Damned Episode 147 of the podcast features a conversation with the psychotherapist and aspiring writer, Wendy Weaver. Part of The Counseling Collective, Wendy lives and practices in South Florida. Hear Wendy talk about her life, her work, her passion project, and more. If you like this episode, check out episode 95, with […]
Without Judgment Episode 146 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with salvaged-wood artist Brian Phillips. After growing up in a small Ohio town, Brian found healing in his artistry and a home in Texas. In this episode, we hear how Brian came to use one man’s trash to create another man’s treasure. […]
Living in a Beautiful State Episode 145 features a conversation with Sri Preethaji, co-author, with her husband, Krishnaji, of the national bestseller The Four Sacred Secrets for Love and Prosperity: a Guide to Living in a Beautiful State. Hear about her life and work, in a meaningful conversation that is essential to the theme […]
Sacred Work Episode 144 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Pam Peckham, the assistant clinical director at The Manor. Hear Pam talk about the evolution of her career and the reverence with which she regards her work. If you enjoy this episode, you might also like episodes 83 and 84, with […]
The Power of the Other Hand Episode 143 of The Path to Authenticity features part two of a conversation with Lucia Capacchione, Phd., author of “The Power of Your other Hand.” Lucia talks about her experiences working with Mattel and Disney’s Imagineers. She tells us how, more than once, her own inner child has […]
The Wisdom of the Inner Child Episode 142 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Lucia Capacchione, Phd., author of “The Power of Your other Hand.” In this, the first of two episodes, Lucia talks about growing up in the creative atmosphere of Hollywood. She tells us how, more than once, her […]
Shape Up Episode 141 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation Amani Sherif, an entrepreneur and estate agent in London. She is also the co-creator and moderator of the Man Enough room, which meets on Sundays at 9:00am EST on Clubhouse. In addition to her path of personal development, hear Amani talk about her […]
September 7, 2021 Last night, as my little rat terrier, Caesar, and I returned from our final walk of the day, we encountered the man I used to be, and was until the very same evening 25 years ago. After holding the fob to unlock the door at the front entrance of the […]
If I’m Honest Episode 139 of The Path to Authenticity features Carl Huelin. We talked about his life journey and how he came to connect with his manhood. We discuss the place where he found himself prior to finding support in men’s group, overcome with nice-guy syndrome. This concept is described in the book […]
or An Alternative to Intervention Episode 138 of The Path to Authenticity is a departure from the norm. In it I speak to a former client who I helped with his son. Together, over the course of about two weeks, we devised an implemented a plan for his adult son to receive residential treatment for […]
Let’s Remember Who They Are Episode 137 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation Dr. Stevie Peña, a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Boca Raton, Florida. She works with teens, adults, and couples, addressing issues like anxiety, depression, and addiction. You can learn more about Dr. Pena at counselingcollectivefl.com. Enjoy. -tg […]
Good Counsel Episode 136 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Eric Bricker, LMHC. Eric is a psychotherapist and long-time friend living and practicing in Boca Raton, Florida. He returned to the show to talk about his podcast Good Counsel. We also discuss grief and loss, which is an area where he […]
Celebrating Solitude Episode 135 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Rachel Astarte. Rachel is a holistic psychotherapist and transformational coach, who is also the author of Celebrating Solitude. She also host a podcast called Self Talk. Learn more aout her at 20 Questions for Rachel Astarte. The transcript of this interview […]
Remembering Who We Are Episode 134 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Aly Paws. Aly is a yoga teacher trainer and massage therapist living in Canada. She tells us about the winding road she took to get to this work and all her little stops along the way. The interview from […]
Amazing Beings or From a Place of Respect Episode 133 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Lee McCormick. Lee is the co-founder of Integrative Life Center, in Nashville, Tennessee, and has been a leading voice in behavioral health and addiction treatment for many years. He is also the co-author of The […]
It All Comes Down to Values Episode 132 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with fintech specialist, angel investor, and philanthropist Priya Vir. Priya is also the host of the Her Story Her Way podcast. Click here for a transcript of our conversation. We talk about the importance of understanding one’s relationship […]
On All 12 Cylinders Episode 131 of The Path to Authenticity features sound engineer and podcast expert Tanner Campbell. Tanner helps podcasters grow loyal communities and make money doing what they love. You’ll hear about his childhood, and how he became familiar with govenment cheese. He talks about his love for mythology, and offers […]
It’s a Muscle or The Right Tribe Episode 130 of The Path to Authenticity features mindset and intuitive life coach Sasha Lipskaia. Hear Sasha discuss her winding path to North America and to becoming a healer who helps people tap in to the power of their intuition. She also tells us her favorite food […]
To Change One Life Episode 129 of The Path to Authenticity features author and podcast host Mark Sephton. He is also a popular moderator on the audio drop-in application, Clubhouse. Hear Mark talk about his career on radio and in print, as well as his experience on the Clubhouse, and why he believes it’s […]
Right in Front of My Nose Episode 128 of The Path to Authenticity features Dimple Thakrar. Dimple is considered by many to be the go-to Elite Relationship Strategist for global brands, executives, corporations, and CEO’s. Hear her talk about how, after planning their divorce, she and her husband of 20 years now have a […]
A Tangible Mirror Episode 127 of The Path to Authenticity features life design coach Jesi Carroll. She combines her background in interior design with her passion for helping women to mentor them through chaotic times of transition, to help them get clear about what they want and how to make it happen. We talk […]
Speak it Into Existence Episode 126 of The Path to Authenticity features journalist turned hypnotherapist and breathwork facilitator Jennifer Schlueter. She tells the story of how she awoke at 5:00am the morning after she underwent hypnosis for the first time and left her job as the managing editor of 22 newspapers to travel the […]
My Mountain Child or The Ultimate Attunement with Nature Episode 125 of The Path to Authenticity features part two of a conversation with fine art photographer Safaa Kagan about her new labor of love. Learn about it on Instagram. She calls it her mountain child, and discusses the poem by the same title that […]
Where the Wind Takes You or Yurts Near Me Episode 124 of The Path to Authenticity features part one of a conversation with fine art photographer Safaa Kagan about her new labor of love, which you can learn more about on Instagram. She tells the story of returning to her home in Topanga Canyon […]
All the Lives We Touch Episode 123 of of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Karen Casey, author of Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women, and many other books. I had the opportunity to meet Karen, and hear her speak, in the early 2000’s. She has helped thousands upon […]
A Good & Holy Life Episode 122 is a special Mother’s Day installment of The Path to Authenticity. It features a conversation with my 90-year-old mother, Martha Gentry. I wanted an opportunity to ask her some of the questions I never asked my dad. She tells about when she first met my father, what dating […]
Refusing to Cry or The Things Everyone Knew Episode 121 of The Path to Authenticity features Alisha Crossley. Alisha is a podcaster, photographer, and writer living in Birmingham, Alabama. Her podcast, Imperfectly Polished, offers support for female entrepreneurs. In part two of conversation, Alisha discusses her childhood and the challenges she faced. Having grown […]
Imperfectly Polished Episode 120 of The Path to Authenticity features Alisha Crossley. Alisha is a podcaster, photographer, and writer living in Birmingham, Alabama. Her podcast, Imperfectly Polished, offers support for female entrepreneurs. In the first of a two-part conversation, Alisha talks about her life and career and how she came to be a photographer. […]
That’s What He Said – Episode 119 of The Path to Authenticity features Luisa Ladeveze, also known as Flutesy. Luisa is a musician and a model living in New York City. She was featured in the March 2021 issue of Psychology Today. Hear Luisa talk about her career as a flautist and how she came […]
Woke Up in Florida or Honest Self-Reflection Episode 118 of The Path to Authenticity features Cayla Clark. Cayla is a playwright and a journalist living in Asheville, North Carolina. You’ll hear her story and how she stumbled upon a happier and healthier lifestyle after struggling in her relationship with alcohol. We talk about the […]
The Way We See Ourselves Episode 117 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Simone Knego. Simone is the best-selling author of The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You. She is also a speaker, an entrepreneur, and a mother to six multicultural children. With her bold witticism, larger than life personality, and fearless attitude, she is a […]
Off Mute with Mel Episode 116 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Dr. Melissa Mireles. Melissa is a college professor and hospital administrator in Dallas, Texas. You’ll hear about her creative project, Off Mute with Mel, in which she casts light on and tells stories of people from various backgrounds. She also […]
An Incredibly Vulnerable Endeavor Episode 115 of The Path to Authenticity features author and psychotherapist Gina Moffa. After sharing a listener email, we pick up from where we left off in the last episode. Gina talks about her work as a writer and how her daily pep talks came to be. Click here to […]
It’s Not Linear Episode 114 of The Path to Authenticity features psychotherapist, author, and lifelong New Yorker Gina Moffa. After writing her senior thesis on the traumatic aftermath of international terrorism, she altered her career path from international relations to social work. Now, she specializes in treating grief and trauma. This is the first half […]
The Brand of Being Episode 113 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with life purpose expert and branding strategist Mike Iamele. Mike is author of Enough Already: Create Success on Your Own Terms. A key part of his work involves helping people determine what he call their “sensitivities.” Mike goes into detail about […]
I Need to Think About That Episode 112 of The Path to Authenticity. features the Tara Lemasters. Tara is a psychotherapist living and working in private practice in northern Ohio. She specializes in relationship issues and couples counseling, sexual addiction and sexual compulsivity, love addiction and love avoidance, and relational trauma. She has trained with […]
It’s Called Life Episode 111 of The Path to Authenticity. Features the Toronto-based musician Alessandro Montelli. In the beginning of 2021, Alessandro released his new single, Life. The Italian alt-pop artist began his career performing at local open-mics and festivals in Bari, the town in the south of Italy, where he was born. He […]
Secret Agent Todd Episode 110 of The Path to Authenticity features Dr. Todd Kammerzelt, an addiction psychiatrist and medical director of Windrose Recovery. He tells us of his coming-of-age process and the meandering path he took to get where he is today. I hope you laugh as listening as we did recording this. Enjoy, […]
Best-Dressed in 7th Grade or Robe Life Episode 109 of The Path to Authenticity features Evan Streusand, founder of Fortress of Inca boots and shoes, and co-founder, with his wife, of Highway Robery. At Highway Robery, you can find unique, kimono-inspired robes, all of which are made from dead-stock fabrics. That being the case, […]
Razor-Wire Retreat Episode 108 of The Path to Authenticity features Gus Castellanos from Inner Inmate Mindfulness. Gus is a retired Neurologist and Sleep Specialist, and now a UMass certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction teacher. He talks about how, years before finding recovery from his addiction, a colleague suggested he look into mindfulness practice. That […]
How the Hell Do We Fix This? Episode 107 of The Path to Authenticity features another conversation with feminist philosopher Heather Stewart. Our last episode dropped on January 5. After the events the following day, we decided to do another, specifically to discuss this turbulent and historic time in American history. We recorded it […]
To Have an Answer Episode 105 of The Path to Authenticity features April M. Woodard. April is an author and an advocate for the autistic community. Since working through her own issues with autism, she has written a series of novels that she describes as speculative fiction. She is also a marketing consultant who […]
Rough Stones Episode 104 of The Path to Authenticity features Allen Schwartz. Allen is a recovery advocate who also serves as a prayer chaplain at Unity of the Palm Beaches. He’s been an important figure in my life since we first met in 1996. And, he’s one of those people who makes everyone smile […]
Falling in Love with Philosophy Episode 103 of The Path to Authenticity features my conversation with feminist philosopher Heather Stewart, a doctoral student at the University of Western Ontario. Heather focuses primarily on bioethics, feminist philosophy, social and political philosophy, and queer theory. We talk about inequities in the American healthcare system and the inherently […]
Break Out the Power Tools Episode 102 of The Path to Authenticity is a brief trial run in the new recording space I created this week. As I recorded the audio, I simultaneously created a video to post on YouTube, and did so live on Instagram. In this episode, you’ll hear different music […]
A Guy Named Kennedy or It’s a Mixtape Episode 101 of The Path to Authenticity features part two of a conversation with Matt Kennedy, owner and director of Gallery 30 South, in Pasadena, California. Listen to part one in episode 99. Matt is the founder and creative director of the Panik Collective, a multi-cultural crew of anonymous artists […]
To Build a Community Episode 100 of The Path to Authenticity features the artist Heather Sundquist Hall. To commemorate the 100th episode Heather created an original work that is available for purchase in two different sizes. A portion of the proceeds will go to iSpeak Media, to help bring media literacy education to the communities […]
It Makes You Feel Something Episode 99 of The Path to Authenticity features Matt Kennedy, owner and director of Gallery 30 South, in Pasadena, California. Matt is the founder and creative director of the Panik Collective, a multi-cultural crew of anonymous artists who use pop culture iconography to make political and sociological statements.He curated the first modern […]
Where the Magic Is Episode 98 of The Path to Authenticity features yoga teacher and Lululemon Ambassador Chelsea Gage. A Florida native, Chelsea is the co-owner of Yoga Path Palm Beach in West Palm Beach. Her teaching is rooted in her own practice developed over the last 13 years. This energy comes through in […]
Something Sacred Episode 97 of The Path to Authenticity features VËR, an independent singer, songwriter, and producer from Montreal, Quebec. Her musical identity is drawn from contemporary influences like Snoh Aalegra, Charlotte Cardin, and Sinead Harnett, with the jazzy and soulful inspiration of Amy Winehouse and Norah Jones. Her intimate, moody, and smooth vocals […]
Sharpening the Chisels Episode 96 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Andy Isham. Andy does custom woodwork, and is the owner of These Trees, which uses salvaged urban trees to create unique furniture pieces in Madison, Wisconsin. Hear Andy talk about how the idea of practicality has affected his career path, […]
Staying Curious Episode 95 of The Path to Authenticity features Amy Effman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living and working in Boca Raton, Florida. Amy specializes in addictions, providing individual, couples, and family therapy. Learn more about Amy at 20 Questions for Amy Effman, or by visiting mytherapistamy.com. If you enjoyed this episode, […]
Creating Reaction Episode 94 of The Path to Authenticity features Elena Øhlander, an illustrator and painter, currently working in Jacksonville, Florida. Her focus is in illustration that explores identity, gender issues, space, individuality, and pop culture with a Japanese context. Learn more about Elena at elenaohlander.com, or see 20 Questions with Elena Ohlander. Click […]
We’re the Product Episode 93, the election day episode of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with media literacy expert Julie Smith. Julie is the author of Master the Media: How Teaching Media Literacy Can Save Our Plugged-In World. She’s an instructor of Media Communications and Digital Literacy at Webster University in St. […]
Is This It? or Breaking the Pattern In episode 92 of The Path to Authenticity, you’ll hear a conversation with Bryn Marhefka. Bryn is a sex, love, and relationship coach in Austin, Texas. She has devoted her life to helping visionary women unapologetically claim better sex, sensual living, and epic orgasms. Learn more about her […]
The Path to Authenticity suggests Blind Spots, with past guest and friend of the show, Dr. Chantelle Thomas. Enjoy her third episode, in shch she interviews Tammy Limbach. Exploring blind spots that exist in the cultural, relational, and therapeutic process, host Dr. Chantelle Thomas will have candid discussions that delve into the more challenging aspects of […]
That Human Connection In episode 91 of The Path to Authenticity, author Laura Vaisman returns to the show to talk about her new book, Penny Panic: A Young Girl’s Journey with Anxiety. To acquire a signed copy of the book, click here. Hear Laura talk about writing this – the book she needed when […]
The Path to Authenticity suggests Blind Spots, with past guest and friend of the show, Dr. Chantelle Thomas. Exploring blind spots that exist in the cultural, relational, and therapeutic process, host Dr. Chantelle Thomas will have candid discussions that delve into the more challenging aspects of self-discovery. Filled with engaging and straightforward conversation, each episode features conversations […]
That’s the Dream Episode 90 of The Path to Authenticity features Alysse Gafkjen, a Nashville-based portrait photographer working in the music industry. Click here to see examples of Alysse’s work. Hear her talk about how she built a career by honoring her love for both music and photography. Click here to see some examples […]
Toxic Milestone Mentality Episode 89 of The Path to Authenticity features the return of Lisa Cleary, the author of How to Survive a Breakup (When All of Your Friends are Birthing Their Second Child). Lisa is a tough love self-help author and blogger. Her work has appeared in TODAY, The Huffington Post, Women’s Health, […]
Putting the Past on the Present Episode 88 of The Path to Authenticity features the return of Lesley B. Lesley is a love coach, entrepreneur, and philosopher who is committed to showing you how to attract and thrive in a soulful relationship. Born and raised on the east coast, she says she has been […]
Driving the Porsche Episode 87 of The Path to Authenticity features the return of Lesley Barabas – better known as Lesley B. Lesley is a love coach, entrepreneur, and philosopher who is committed to showing you how to attract and thrive in a soulful relationship. Born and raised on the east coast, she says […]
Becoming a Quitter Episode 85 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Seattle-base journalist and author Erica C. Barnett. In July, she published Quitter: A Memoir of Drinking, Relapse, and Recovery. Hear her talk about some of the experiences that went into writing the book. She also reveals the original title, and […]
An Extraordinary Calling Episode 84 of The Path to Authenticity features part two of a conversation with Dr. Chantelle Thomas, clinical psychologist and Executive Clinical Director of The Manor, in Slinger, Wisconsin. Hear Dr. Thomas talk about her life and career and how she came to her life’s work. To hear part one, click […]
I Think You Deserve This Episode 83 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Dr. Chantelle Thomas, clinical psychologist and Executive Clinical Director of The Manor, in Slinger, Wisconsin. Hear Dr. Thomas talk about her life and career and how she came to her life’s work. To hear part two, click here. […]
Take a Deep Breath Episode 82 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with author Gregory B. Davis. You’ll hear about how he overcame personal obstacles to publish his first book, Fight or Flight: Making Better Decisions to Enjoy Your Life. Gregory has a passion for personal growth and learning. More importantly, he […]
It’s a Daily Practice Episode 80 of The Path to Authenticity features yoga instructor and holistic coach Diana Paschal. She talks about her journey from childhood, in a small town in rural Tennessee, to finding a spiritual path in adulthood. After spending time abroad, she landed in New York where she pursued a career […]
A Few Positive Words Episode 79 of The Path to Authenticity features retired high school journalism teacher John Snyder. In the first 45 minutes of the episode, he discusses his life and career. The remainder of the episode focuses more on issues around journalism in modern America. If you like this episode, you might enjoy episodes 12, 14, […]
The Privilege of Being There Episode 78 of The Path to Authenticity features Michael Damioli. Michael has treated addiction and mental health since 2012. He leads the clinical care team at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery. He is a strong advocate for ethical reform within the addiction treatment field and is excited to promote CMAR […]
Call it Fate Episode 77 of The Path to Authenticity features Lesley Barabas – better known as Lesley B. Lesley is a love coach, entrepreneur, and philosopher who is committed to showing you how to attract and thrive in a soulful relationship. Born and raised on the east coast, she says she has been […]
Carrie Bradshaw Syndrome Episode 76 of The Path to Authenticity features the mindset coach known on Instagram as @authenticallyamanda. Amanda Kuda is a mindset coach in Austin, TX. She tells the story of how her relationship with alcohol was preventing her from being the best version of herself. Amanda works with women who are ready […]
Dad Has No Friends or Hurt People Hurt People Episode 74 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with journalist Cleo Stiller. Cleo is the author of Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man Today, out with Simon & Schuster on November 12th, 2019. She talks to Tom […]