Truth Tastes Funny with Hersh Rephun

By Hersh Rephun

Truth Tastes Funny is a weekly conversation with Hersh Rephun and a special guest about the strange, fascinating, and often invisible ways human beings create meaning.

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March 05, 2024 Yan Huang: Human Being
In this episode, Hersh Rephun speaks with Yan Huang about her journey from battling self-esteem issues, an abusive relationship, and cancer, to becoming a competitive bodybuilder. They delve into Yan's pivot into tech and ecommerce, the role of spirituality in her life, and the paradox of building genuine relationships in today's digital age.
Discover Yan:
Instagram - http://instagram.com/@therealyanhuang
Newsletter - Subscribe to newsletter: http://yuyanhuang.substack.com/
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use the link to my channel https://youtube.com/c/WellnessWithYan
Website: https://linktr.ee/therealyanhuang
(0:00) Introduction and discussion about ancient Chinese beliefs
(8:11) Yan Huang's experience growing up and dealing with self-esteem and body perception issues
(18:16) Yan Huang shares about her abusive relationship and cancer diagnosis
(24:55) Discussion on the effectiveness of modern medicine and the connection between stress and illness
(35:18) Yan Huang's journey from cancer survivor to competitive bodybuilder
(43:24) The origin of "Pivotal Healer" and Yan Huang's pivot into tech and ecommerce
(52:16) Yan Huang's spiritual journey and its impact on her work and daily life
(1:00:11) The oddity of building relationships in the digital age and the authenticity of podcasts
(1:02:27) Transition from stand-up comedy to podcasting and the evolution of entertainment preferences
(1:08:38) Yan's spiritual awakening and understanding the rest, digest, manifest practice
(1:12:27) Closing remarks and episode wrap-up
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1h 13min
February 27, 2024 Ingafay, Meet Your Fellow Introverts!
In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Ingafay, an authenticity coach and introverted entrepreneur, about her journey from engineering to coaching. They delve into the art of selling solutions over products, the importance of embracing instincts over societal norms, and Ingafay's future ambitions in expanding her coaching business.
Find Ingafay:
Website - https://ingafay.com
Social media links
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingafay/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DirectSalesDivaIngafay/
Youtube - https://youtube.com/@ingafayunplugged
(0:00) Introduction and welcome by Hersh Rephun
(2:49) Ingafay's experience as an introvert in business
(9:02) The challenge of initiating conversations for introverts
(13:35) Ingafay's journey to become an authenticity coach
(19:21) The art of selling a solution, not a product
(23:10) Ingafay's transition into hosting her own show
(26:18) Shedding societal norms and following your instincts
(28:49) The importance of fully committing to your endeavors
(30:38) Ingafay's future challenge: Growing her coaching business
(30:47) Hersh Rephun's closing remarks and request for reviews and shares.
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32min
February 20, 2024 Christine Macdonald: Baring Her Soul with Humor & Humanity
I chat with Christine Macdonald about her journey from stripping to a new life, tackling trauma, stereotypes, and imposter syndrome. We delve into Christine's aspirations, her approach to inspire young women, and the role of social media in sharing authentic stories.
Her book, "Face Value: From Working the Pole to Baring My Soul," is out now.
https://www.poletosoul.com/
https://linktr.ee/thatgalkiki
(0:00) Meet Christine Macdonald
(5:15) Transitioning from the stage to real life and dealing with stereotypes and trauma
(11:54) Christine's decision to quit stripping and the aftermath
(14:59) Discussion on imposter syndrome and being a recovering narcissist
(19:30) Christine's aspirations, marketing strategy and goal to inspire young women
(23:27) The impact of social media and the importance of real-life stories
(25:53) Christine's final thoughts on finding humor in life's challenges
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28min
February 14, 2024 Mindset Coach Vin Infante: Love Yourself on the Rebound
Yes, we have a lot of laughs here on Truth Tastes Funny. We have to. And my interview with Vincent Infante is no different. And as always, there's a deeper story and purpose to the undertaking.
As a former FDNY firefighter, Vin has seen firsthand the importance of having a resilient mindset. After 13 years of helping people cultivate lasting change, he has developed a unique hybrid service that combines aspects of therapy, mentoring and coaching. This service is designed to help people achieve rapid results and total transformation. Vin currently helps high performers and leadership teams break through their mindset barriers so they can live a life of strength, alignment, purpose and fulfillment
Find Vin:
www.vincentinfante.life
https://go.vincentinfante.life/visionboard
www.instagram.com/vin.infante www.tiktok.com/vin.infante www.linkedin.com/in/vininfante www.twitter.com/vin_infante
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(0:00) Introduction and Vin Infante's transition from FDNY firefighter to resilience coach
(12:54) Reflections on bullying and the need for assertiveness
(19:02) Personal experiences with school bullying and understanding the correlation between anger and sadness
(23:23) Vin Infante's journey from high school to college and struggles with depression and identity
(30:21) Vin Infante's experience with therapy, suicidal ideation, and moment of self-acceptance
(34:01) Vin Infante's approach to life transformation and the role of the subconscious
(38:03) Discussion on happiness as a choice and a way of life
(40:40) The challenge of personal transformation in the face of societal pressures
(45:32) Moving from survival state to executive state and the power of resourcefulness
(49:15) Accessing the part of our brain that can generate unlimited outcomes and podcast wrap-up
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51min
August 01, 2023 Before BARBIE the Movie, there was Sarah Grace Allred, the Victress
Sarah Grace Allred is disrupting Marketing. Marketing to women using masculine strategies may finally be falling out of favor, but it's still happening. And it does not work. Sarah's agency, Victress™ Marketing, addresses 72% of buyers, who are women, and helps businesses connect with women in for real.
With a Top 30 Business Podcast on Apple iTunes, Sarah's greatest accomplishment is building her empire while maintaining a strict 12-hour work week that celebrates FRIDAYS off to swim with her kids. Sarah is a highly sought after Strategy Coach with clients from all over the world. Using Sarah’s unique Victress Marketing system, clients are able to escape “salesy” marketing strategies.
Find Sarah Allred:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/v2marketing
https://www.instagram.com/sarahgracelive/
If you enjoyed listening to Truth Tastes Funny, please leave a 5-star rating and a 300-word review on Apple Podcasts (click Listen on Apple Podcasts to access review option)
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"Check out Hersh’s branded storytelling podcast: YES, BRAND, and his "next-figure" podcast, BRAND VOICE RUNWAY.
Follow TTF on Instagram: @truthtastesfunny
Follow the entire YES, BRAND family of podcasts on Instagram: @Hersh4all
on LinkedIn: HershRephun
on YouTube: HershRephun
on Twitter: @TruthTstsFunny
Our Website: TruthTastesFunny
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(0:00) Introduction and Sarah Grace Allred on setting goals
(2:25) The 12-hour work week phenomenon and Sarah's personal journey
(10:53) The importance of passion and working towards goals
(14:46) Building a six-figure business and the power of referral
(20:27) Understanding and leveraging the female consumer market with Victor's Global
(26:27) The untapped potential of women as 'loyalty guardians' in marketing
(28:36) Discussion on surviving and thriving in today's world
(32:26) Overcoming self-perception and impostor syndrome in entrepreneurship
(37:12) The key to reducing work hours: Leveraging spiritual gifts
(47:53) Defining aliveness and its role in professional chemistry
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52min
July 11, 2023 Overachiever: The Smart & Soul of (ex)Dope Dealer Damon Samuria
Damon Samuria has overcome adversity on many fronts, including surviving the rage of a father whose outrageous expectations he very nearly met. That adversity is woven into his story: it's the story of a very smart dude who's been successful at virtually everything he's undertaken... Of course, some of those endeavors - like building a $250K/week illegal marijuana business - were admittedly dumb decisions. Another paradox lay in his moral compass, work ethic, kind soul, and sense of loyalty...attributes that served him so well that after his 11-month stint behind bars he was offered a safer, cushier "executive role" - in the crime syndicate with which he was affiliated.
Find Damon:
https://dsamuria.carrd.co
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dsamuria
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Boldly taking brands where they desperately wanna go
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(0:00) Introduction of guest Damon Samuria and his journey into illegal marijuana business
(10:01) Hersh and Damon discuss Damon's parents' occupations and their influence on his life
(20:32) Damon starts skipping school and runs away from home
(32:40) Exposure to illegal activities and decision to join the marijuana business
(42:48) The end of the drug business and the consequences of getting caught
(47:50) Turning life around after incarceration
(51:57) Health and wellness journey and improving relationships
(1:00:15) Thoughts on writing a book about Damon's experiences
(1:02:25) Reflections on leading a successful life
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1h 4min
June 21, 2023 Sweating the Small Stuff with Sunny Drake
Hersh Rephun converses with Sunny Drake about his theatrical journey, trans representation issues, and the utilization of satire in his work. They explore the revival of audio storytelling, collective listening, and its significance in tackling climate change. The discussion also covers the importance of community and arts in climate change advocacy.
It's nice every now and then to take a break from all that heavy stuff and just shoot the breeze about climate change, trans rights, and the state of the arts. Of course, those ARE heavy topics - or at least they can be, which is why it was awesome to sit down with Sunny Drake.
Sunny is an award-winning playwright whose innovative and diverse works have been showcased in over 60 cities worldwide. In addition, Sunny is the leader of the CLIMATE CHANGE & OTHER SMALL TALK podcast, which is written by nine playwrights from six different countries and provides a fun and engaging perspective on climate change.
Find Sunny:
CLIMATE CHANGE & OTHER SMALL TALK: https://www.sunnydrake.com/creations/climatechangeandothersmalltalk
Website: www.sunnydrake.com
Social:
https://www.facebook.com/sunnydrake.creations - https://www.instagram.com/sunny_drake/ - https://vimeo.com/sunnydrake - https://twitter.com/sunny_drake
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(0:00) Introduction and Hersh Rephun's opening remarks
(1:16) Sunny Drake's unconventional journey in theater and early life
(3:13) Challenges of being a trans individual in traditional theater
(5:50) Evolution of Sunny Drake's work and representation of trans characters
(7:25) Use of humor and satire in Sunny Drake's work, including his podcast "Climate Change and Other Small Talk"
(12:05) The resurgence of radio and the power of audio storytelling
(15:43) Reviving the tradition of collective listening and its importance in addressing climate change
(19:45) Navigating climate change through collective action and political satire
(25:42) The role of community in tackling climate change and relearning our relationship with the planet
(31:09) The role of arts and humor in climate change advocacy and the short-sightedness of those in power
(33:04) How to get involved with Sunny Drake's podcast and hosting a listening party for deeper engagement
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35min
June 07, 2023 A Sound Plan Drowns Out Quiet Desperation: Dwight Heck
You may have checked out the two-parter I recently recorded as a guest on Finance/Life Coach Dwight Heck's popular long-running "Give A Heck" podcast... it was honestly one if the most fulfilling and open conversations I've had in the past several years. But when you switch places, and allow the interviewer to become guest, you're meeting an entirely new person. So, I thought it would be cool to bookend his shows with this interview.
Give a Heck Financial was founded by Dwight Heck, who started his lifestyle financial planning business while living paycheck to paycheck as a single Dad of five children. Like many of us, Dwight didn’t understand the rules of the money game. Using strategies, he learned to help himself with his mental roadblocks he turned his life around and now teaches others to do the same which is ‘how to live life on purpose and not by accident!’.
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(0:00) Introduction by Hersh Rephun and Guest Introduction
(1:17) Dwight Heck on societal expectations and emotional suppression
(3:17) Dwight's journey to financial literacy
(11:42) Dwight's approach to his career and mission to teach financial literacy
(13:43) Influence of passion projects on career development
(15:05) The importance of understanding the rules of the money game
(19:29) Tackling financial issues with a holistic approach
(22:38) The dangers of living a life of quiet desperation
(23:49) Introduction to Dwight Heck's resources and book
(26:58) Closing remarks and podcast outro
...more
28min
May 24, 2023 Chase Thornock's Magnificent Life: Autonomic Mastery
While in Salt Lake City, UT, recently, I had the pleasure of meeting Chase Thornock. When I heard part of his story - a journey of self-healing in the face of a deadly autoimmune disease - I was eager to have him on the show. Only when we sat down did I learn that we shared - to very different degrees - the same affliction: Crohn's Disease.
Yes, Chase's story is inspiring, but it goes beyond the remarkable aspects of treatment, it speaks to that moment at which we confront mortality and life's energy in a single instant, making a choice that will lead us down a road we never envisioned.
Find Chase: www.whatmagnificence.com | https://link.chtbl.com/Whatmagnificence
If you enjoyed listening to Truth Tastes Funny, please leave a 5-star rating and a 300-word review on Apple Podcasts (click Listen on Apple Podcasts to access review option)
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Website: TruthTastesFunny
(0:00) Introduction and welcome
(1:20) Chase Thornock's personal journey dealing with Crohn's disease
(7:24) The role of the autonomic nervous system in health and disease
(10:15) The pros and cons of synthetic drugs and natural hormones
(12:06) Retraining the autonomic system: Techniques and experiences
(14:32) Understanding disease gauging and remission
(15:29) Testimonial: Successful recovery from rheumatoid arthritis
(16:58) Balancing treatment options: Medication vs. autonomic system training
(17:24) Closing remarks and request for reviews
...more
18min
May 17, 2023 The Pursuit of Authentic Happiness, with Clinical Sexologist Hannah Spanke
If healthy relationships grew on trees, each of us would pick at least one.
Since no such tree exists, we can be thankful for Hannah Spanke, who spent nearly a decade in the adult entertainment industry before becoming a Licensed Authentic Tantra Practitioner, a Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and a Relationship & Life Coach specializing in helping individuals become their happiest selves through inner & outer work, while learning to understand and relate to their partners & family in the best ways possible.
Hannah is a passionate advocate for authentic happiness, and sustainable healthy relationships, starting with the one we have with ourselves.
Find Hannah:
https://www.instagram.com/hannahspanke/
https://www.hannahspanke.com/couplesretreathawaii
https://www.hannahspanke.com
https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZXFMOhyfAG2MA1lndvLIv?si=da12c1c535ee4500
https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahspanke
Instagram & TikTok: @hannahspanke
If you enjoyed listening to Truth Tastes Funny, please leave a 5-star rating and a 300-word review on Apple Podcasts (click Listen on Apple Podcasts to access review option)
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
Check out Hersh’s new podcast: YES, BRAND
Boldly taking brands where they desperately wanna go
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Follow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4all
on LinkedIn: HershRephun
on YouTube: HershRephun
on Twitter: @TruthTstsFunny
Our Website: TruthTastesFunny
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(0:00) Introduction and guest Hannah Spanke
(6:43) Hannah's transformative lifestyle changes and impact on her relationship
(14:04) Struggles with self-worth and societal conditioning
(23:46) Hannah's use of astrology and human design in client work
(27:13) Hannah's exploration of Buddhist Tantra and alignment of mind and body
(31:43) Use of humor in therapy and difficult conversations
(35:57) Hannah's holistic approach to coaching and therapy
(39:59) Misconceptions about human sexuality in society
(43:02) Reflections on life in the sex industry and personal worth
(43:46) Closing remarks and request for reviews and sharing
...more
45min

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The podcast currently has 177 episodes available.