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Just a Thought: Managing Access to Ourselves  It’s okay for us to manage the access other people have to us. We should. Just because the phone rings, it doesn’t mean we have to answer it. Our smart phones will drive us crazy if we let them. We weren’t made to be inundated with stimuli the way we are. We need silence. We need to take breaks. We need to shut down. Sometimes, we need to turn the phone off. Join The Path to Authenticity community mailing list. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts, on Podchaser, or wherever you listen. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. Click here to take our audience survey. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. The complete interview from this episode is available to patrons only, and has been since January 19. The episode itself was available to patrons four days before its public release. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a voice message. Email the show at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Find the Saturday and Sunday playlists on Spotify. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: Worky Worky by Andy G. Cohen, edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. 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. 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.   We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 the likes of Pia Mellody and Patrick Carnes. Tara and I have enjoyed a working relationship for about 15 years. So we get deep pretty quickly here – talking a lot about codependence, it’s core symptoms, an how misunderstood it can be. I think this is a valuable and meaningful conversation. Enjoy, and be nice.    -tg Click here to take our audience survey. Join The Path to Authenticity community mailing list. If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like episode 13 with Dr. Lalitaa Suglani or episode 16 with Dr. Donna Marks. In this episode, we discussed the books Facing Codependence, by Pia Mellody, and The Velvet Rage, by Alan Downs. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts, on Podchaser, or wherever you listen. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer.  For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. The complete interview from this episode is available to patrons only, and has been since January 19. The episode itself was available to patrons four days before its public release. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a voice message. Email the show at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Find the Saturday and Sunday playlists on Spotify. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. 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. 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.   We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 released of his first single Strane Parti di Me (meaning “strange parts of me” in English), in 2016. He then showcased that song on local radio stations and television shows. He is a multi-instrumentalist who connects with his fans, making them feel like a part of his world, while performing with guitar and piano on stage.  Learn more about him at 20 Questions for Alesandro Montelli. Enjoy, and be nice.    -tg Click here to take our audience survey. Join The Path to Authenticity community mailing list. If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like episode 90 with Alysse Gafkjen or episode 97 with VËR. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts, on Podchaser, or wherever you listen. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer.  For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. The complete interview from this episode is available to patrons only, and has been since January 19. The episode itself was available to patrons four days before its public release. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a voice message. Email the show at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Find the Saturday and Sunday playlists on Spotify. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. 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. 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.   We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 be nice.    -tg Click here to take our audience survey. Join The Path to Authenticity community mailing list. If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like episodes 83 and 84, with Dr. Chantelle Thomas. Dr. Todd Kammerzelt is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). In addition to his role of Psychiatrist at Windrose Recovery, Dr. Kammerzelt also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Kammerzelt received his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, including the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at the UW School of Medicine. He also accomplished his premedical degree at Columbia University and undergraduate degree at Tulane University. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts, on Podchaser, or wherever you listen. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer.  For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. The complete interview from this episode is available to patrons only, and has been since January 19. The episode itself was available to patrons four days before its public release. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a voice message. Email the show at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Find the Saturday and Sunday playlists on Spotify. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. 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. 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.   We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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, all of their robes are made in limited quantity. Stayed tuned for an upcoming promotion where you can win one. Learn more about Evan at 18 Questions for Evan Streusand. Enjoy, and be nice.    -tg Join The Path to Authenticity community mailing list. If you like this episode, check out episode 96 with Andy Isham. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts, on Podchaser, or wherever you listen. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. Click here to take our audience survey. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. The complete interview from this episode is available to patrons only, and has been since January 19. The episode itself was available to patrons four days before its public release. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a voice message. Email the show at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Find the Saturday and Sunday playlists on Spotify. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. 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. 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.   We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.  

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 suggestion changed the course of his life and led to what he calls his “razor-wire retreat.” He has quite a story. Enjoy.    -tg To learn more about Gus, check out 20 Questions for Gus Castellanos. If you like this episode, you might also enjoy episode 18, with poet Anthony Guilbert. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. The complete interview from this episode is available to patrons only, and has been since January 20. The episode itself was available to patrons four days before its public release. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. You can also like the podcast on Spotify. If you know someone who would enjoy a particular episode, please share it with them. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  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. 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. Be nice. We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 a day after the inauguration of Joe Biden. You can hear my first conversation with Heather in episode 103. During this episode, we briefly discussed the book Native, by Kaitlin B. Curtice. Thank you for listening. Enjoy and be nice.  -tg Heather is a doctoral student at the University of Western Ontario. She focuses primarily on bioethics, feminist philosophy, social and political philosophy, and queer theory. Learn more about her at 20 Questions for Heather Stewart. Heather earned an MA in Philosophy at the University of Colorado, and BA degrees in Biology and Philosophy from the University of Louisville. She is currently involved in a research project that aims to improve clinical experiences for trans and gender non-conforming patients in medical settings, as well as a project that studies microaggressions within the context of clinical medicine. She is also interested in the way philosophy can contribute to larger social justice projects and to improving the lived experiences of vulnerable populations. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. You can also like the podcast on Spotify. If you know someone who would enjoy a particular episode, please share it with them. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  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. 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. We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

Getting Real About Manhood – Episode 106 of The Path to Authenticity is the fourth installment in a series about manhood with co-host Ed Tilton. Ed and I have a conversation after listening to Joe Biden saying goodbye to Delaware before leaving for Washington, D.C. to take the oath of office the following day. We talk about the importance of having a good man in the White House and how we deserve that. As we recorded, Biden was holding a memorial service for the 400,000 American lives lost thus far to COVID-19. We see this as part of an important conversation. Enjoy.  -Tom Hear the first three segments in this series, episodes 68, 75, and 86. Learn more about co-host Ed Tilton in episode 63. The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. 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. 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. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. You can also like the podcast on Spotify. If you know someone who would enjoy a particular episode, please share it with them. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  Be nice. We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 works with other authors, helping them focus on how they can connect with their own ideal audiences. Learn more about April at 20 Questions for April M. Woodard. In this episode, we talk about her writing has helped her deal with her autism, as well as how the condition is often misunderstood and, to some degree, over-diagnosed. In it, we mention the author Laura Vaisman, who is featured in episodes 62 and 91. Enjoy.   -Tom The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. 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. 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. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. You can also like the podcast on Spotify. If you know someone who would enjoy a particular episode, please share it with them. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  Be nice. We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 when he walks in the room. I’m grateful Allen agreed to be a guest. We had this conversation the evening of January 6. I was happy to talk to Allen on such a troubling day in America. Enjoy.   -Tom Learn more about this guest at 20 Questions for Allen Schwartz. If you enjoy this episode, you might also like episode 63. As person in long-term recovery, Allen Schwartz is well known in the Palm Beach County recovery community. His professional career began shortly after he moved to West Palm Beach in 1991. Over his decades-long career, Allen has worked at a number of substance abuse treatment facilities in various roles, including as an admissions specialist, a behavior health technician, group facilitator, and community relations specialist. In addition to also serving his community as a volunteer over the years, he is an accomplished photographer.  The Path to Authenticity is proud to support the iSpeak Media Foundation. To commemorate episode 100 of the podcast, artist and former guest Heather Sundquist Hall 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 that need it most. Visit goldenhourprints.com to learn more. For early access to the newest episode as well as unedited interviews, support the show on Patreon. 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. 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. If you enjoy listening to The Path to Authenticity, please take the time to leave a review, a rating, or both on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. You can also like the podcast on Spotify. If you know someone who would enjoy a particular episode, please share it with them. Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message. We’d love to hear from you and value any feedback you might offer. The Path to Authenticity is sponsored by Windrose Recovery, a family of premier addiction treatment programs in southeastern Wisconsin. Privately owned, Windrose offers a full continuum of personalized care for those struggling with addiction, including the Manor for residential treatment, Windrose Counseling for outpatient treatment, and Midwest Detox for inpatient detoxification. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, call Windrose Recovery at (414) 409-5300. Or, visit windroserecovery.com. Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at thepathtoauthenticity@gmail.com. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. © Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: What Now, 1984, and Guitar Lessons (Reprise) by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  Be nice. We acknowledge that The Path to Authenticity and its related content are produced on what was the land of the Jaega people, to whom we offer our respect.

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 […]

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 for […]

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 […]

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 […]