Own Your Truth Podcast

For some of us, there are barriers that exist along the path of religious engagement, finding a sense of belonging, or cultivating wholeness in our lives.

Catharine Clarenbach is on a mission to remove these barriers and to nurture deep spirituality in those who are ambivalent about or alienated from religion.

As a Unitarian Universalist Minister and Priestess of Stone Circle Wicca, her love-driven mission is about nourishing the fundamental needs we all share as human beings: connection, love, and community.

My interview with Catharine couldn't have come at a better time in my life, as it opened up space for me to reflect and remember that we are all doing the best we can with the tools we have.

So if you're looking to find a moment to pause, breathe, and enjoy a meaningful conversation about authentic spirituality and self-discovery, this episode is for you.

Have you ever had one of those conversations that recharges you, inspires you, and reminds you of what this human journey is all about?

My interview with Radiah Rhodes was one of those conversations and her example of love, creativity, and kindness was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we are grounded in our purpose.

Radiah is an innovator, author, coach, engineer, and the founder of Evok Life, a well-being company that is cultivating lasting change and helping people to create the most aligned, intentional experience of life and work.

In this episode, we explore relationships, innovation, family, leadership, and the powerful impact we can make when we step into our power and find out who we truly are.

This episode is about the unexpected clarity that comes from chaos and how we can build a brighter future with our partner.

When manifestation and communication meet strategic action, anything is possible.

Early one morning, Jessi Shuraleff was brushing her teeth, when her husband looked over and asked: "Are you happy?" She looked back at him and the truth came out: "No."

This was when everything changed. It was the end of Jessi saying "I'm fine" whenever someone would ask, and it was the moment she decided to stand completely in her truth.

As the host of the This Is My Truth podcast, Jessi's mission is to create a platform where others can speak their truth and embrace the healing that comes from sharing.

If you haven't listened to Jessi's podcast yet, it is an absolute must-listen for anyone looking to grow, connect, and discover some of the most beautiful, vulnerable, and authentic conversations within the audio landscape.

In this episode, we explore infertility, grief, motherhood, marriage, COVID-19, and the journey of becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable moments of life.

If you haven't listened to Part 1 of my interview with Eve Sturges, I highly recommend you go back and listen to Ep. 42 "The Layers of Our Identity" to get fully immersed in what you're about to hear.

So, Imagine waking up one day, going about your usual routine, and receiving a phone call from a complete stranger who claims that he is your biological father. This is exactly what happened to Eve Sturges and it was the moment her entire world was turned upside down.

During my chat with Eve, I was fascinated to learn that these moments are not rare occurrences, and as the host of the Everything's Relative podcast, Eve's mission is to highlight the "DNA Discovery" stories of others and change the conversation around secrets, shame, family, and identity.

As a writer and a licensed marriage and family therapist, Eve's insights into her own emotional process and the layers of her discovery are still unfolding, and her story is one that truly opened my eyes to the depth and complexity of what this human journey is all about.

As a host, this was such an incredible experience for me, as I had the opportunity to not only explore my own unconscious bias but also some of the blind spots that have prevented me from understanding the experience of others.

This interview is a raw, honest, and vulnerable discussion about family, identity, race, and the unexpected moments that can reshape our lives.

Aubree Nichols is a self-love advocate, writer, and organizational change consultant who is transforming lives and brands with the power of authentic storytelling.

When I discovered Aubree's work, her brilliant writing, and the many courageous and vulnerable podcast interviews she's done, I was immediately drawn in by her natural ability to deliver self-love and realness with every piece of content.

This interview is an inspirational dive into what it means to explore and access the depths of our humanity, our essence, and our truth.

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What if our idea of happiness was wrong and there was actually a simple formula to get it right? As the CEO and Founder of The New Happy, Stephanie Harrison's mission is to share this formula with the world and redefine what it means to live a good life. Armed with over 300 studies, wisdom traditions, and real-life stories, Stephanie has cultivated a global community of support, educational tools, and practices to help people discover their unique gifts and make an impact. She is more than just a source of inspiration, she is a powerful example of resilience for the community she serves and someone who truly embodies what it means to unite in wholeness.

https://www.thenewhappy.com/

A few years ago, I had my first haircut with Kit Shields at the Blind Barber in Highland Park. Since that time, we've have had some truly insightful chats about life, work, sobriety, and pretty much the full spectrum of the human experience.

This is why for me, Kit is more than just my barber or the person I go to for grooming and self-care. She's someone who creates a sacred space for genuine human connection and meaningful conversation.

In this episode, we explore identity, self-worth, sexuality, pivotal moments from childhood, and what it means to be a true example of vulnerability and courage.

Maram Taibah is a children's fantasy and steampunk author whose recent publication "Weathernose" explores the Cerulean Universe, a world that is only just awakening to scientific discovery and invention.

Maram's origin story as a writer is just as fascinating as the world she's created with her fiction. From her early childhood experiences growing up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to the powerful lessons she's learned from mentors along the way.

In this episode, we explore what it takes to build your creative fire, get grounded in your choices, and accelerate your personal and artistic growth.

One of the many important insights Maram shared in this interview is how she was able to "turn herself inside and out creatively" and get to the place where she can fully embody and communicate her truth without hesitation.

Whether you're a writer, parent, student, or someone who's just in search of that "missing piece" this episode is for you.

Some of us may spend our entire lives putting the needs of others above our own. But what happens when we define our self-worth based on how well we suppress our own needs, wants, goals, and dreams?

Monica Vandermeer chose to break this cycle within her marriage and set a powerful example of love, openness, self-acceptance, and truth for her family and loved ones.

As the host of the Front Seat - The Road Back to You podcast, she's created a space for others to share their stories of transformation and explore the "Aha" moments when they realized it was time to make a change.

Monica's natural ability to get right to the heart of parenting, relationships, mental and physical health, is what makes this such a special episode.

Now, more than ever, it's important for all of us to remember that if we can change our narrative, we can change our life.