Authentic Talks 2.0 with Shanta

Real conversations with a focus on adapting in a changing society & making the world a better place starting from within ourselves. Elevating our Minds. I share my unique life experiences and how i continue to work on becoming my best self. We have to find ways to continue to level up & rise above all the BS that comes our way! We can do this. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support .

Authentic Talks 2.0 with Shanta is a health podcast hosted by Shanta Generally, with 102 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Shanta Generally hosts Authentic Talks 2.0 with Shanta, a health show with 102 episodes published.

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  Episode #305

  Episode 305 | Beyond the Labels: Looking Past Us and Them | Guest: Andrew J. Gregor

  Sep 15, 202648 minS7

  What happens when we’re willing to have the conversations that make us uncomfortable? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, Shanta sits down with author Andrew J. Gregor for a conversation that goes far beyond the surface.Politics. Israel. Racism. Humanity. The world we’re living in—and the questions we should be asking ourselves about where we go from here. This episode doesn't shy away from difficult subjects. Instead, it creates space to listen, question, reflect, and think more deeply about the events and issues shaping our world.Andrew brings his perspective as an author and observer of the world around him, while Shanta invites you to do something equally important: think for yourself.You may agree with everything you hear. You may disagree with some of it. And that's okay.Because authentic conversations aren't about everyone thinking the same way.They're about being willing to listen to another perspective without immediately shutting the door. As you listen, ask yourself:Are we really listening to one another? Can we have difficult conversations without losing our humanity? How do we stay informed without losing hope? And what responsibility do each of us have for the world we are helping to create? This is more than a podcast episode. It's an invitation to pause, think, question, and engage with the world around you.And if this conversation inspires you to learn more, Andrew is also the author of two books, both available to order. If his perspective resonates with you—or simply makes you curious to explore further—be sure to get your copy. ❤️ Our hope is that this episode doesn't simply tell you what to think.We hope it inspires you to think.Think deeper. Ask better questions. Listen to different perspectives. Have the conversations that matter. And never lose sight of compassion, hope, and our shared humanity. Listen to Episode 305 of Authentic Talks 2.0 with Andrew J. Gregor—and then ask yourself: What did this conversation make me think about differently? Because sometimes the most powerful conversations aren't the ones that give us all the answers…They're the ones that make us ask better questions. Authentic Talks 2.0Authentic Talks is all about authentic conversations—growth, love, respect, success, mind, body, and spirit.Our goal is to inspire you to grow, think, reflect, and ultimately become your authentic self.Listen. Reflect. Question. Grow. Become Your Authentic Self. Andrew" Information: LinkedIn: Andrew J. Gregor on LinkedIn Facebook / Blue Dog Construction: Blue Dog Construction on Facebook Author: Andrew J. Gregor Books: Them and Roscoe Latest book — Roscoe: Roscoe on Amazon Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 #AuthenticTalks #AndrewJGregor #UncomfortableConversations #Politics #Israel #Racism #Humanity #CurrentEvents #WorldEvents #SocialIssues Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support .

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  Episode #304

  Episode 304 | When Strength Means Coming Home to Yourself | Guest: Morgan Rich

  Sep 7, 20261h 14mS7

  What if true strength isn’t about having it all together—but about having the courage to be fully human? In Episode 304 of Authentic Talks 2.0, Shanta Generally sits down with author, facilitator, and “Beyonder” Morgan Rich for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about healthy masculinity, vulnerability, emotional connection, grief, relationships, and what it really means to come home to yourself. Morgan is the author of The Invitation Beyond: Reclaiming Healthy Masculinity, a book born from his own journey of questioning the cultural messages that tell men to be tough, stay silent, suppress emotion, and figure everything out on their own. Together, Shanta and Morgan explore what happens when we let go of those expectations and begin to embrace a healthier definition of strength—one rooted in emotional availability, presence, vulnerability, honesty, connection, and integrity. Morgan shares how losing his father at 18 became a profound wake-up call and how the death of his mother more recently deepened his understanding of grief, presence, and allowing ourselves to experience life exactly as it is. The conversation also dives into “threshold moments”—those pivotal moments when life challenges us to leave an old version of ourselves behind and step into something new. Morgan explains how self-betrayal can happen when there is a gap between who we know we want to be and how we're actually living—and why facing that discomfort can be the beginning of real transformation. From parenting and relationships to men's groups, depression, isolation, societal expectations, and redefining success, this conversation asks some important questions:What if vulnerability is actually strength? What if asking for help is an act of courage? What if the part of you that needs to change isn't all of you? And what would happen if you finally stopped betraying yourself? This is more than a conversation about masculinity. It’s a conversation about being human, living with integrity, embracing life's difficult moments, and finding the courage to become who you were meant to be. If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed by expectations, or like life is calling you toward something deeper, this episode is an invitation to listen.Come as you are. Bring your heart. And be willing to go beyond. Morgan's Information: Website: https://morganrich.com/, IG: www.instagram.com/morganrich_beyonder/, Facebook: www.facebook.com/MorganRichBeyonder/ Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 #self-betrayal #healthymasculinity #shantagenerally #AuthenticTalks20 #MorganRich #HealthyMasculinity #MensMentalHealth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support .

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  Episode #303

  Episode 303 | Removing Energetic Blocks: The 3 Areas That Are Keeping You Stuck | Host: Shanta Generally

  Jun 8, 202635 minS7

  In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, we explore three hidden blocks that may be keeping you from the life you desire: unworthiness, fear, and resistance to receiving. Through relatable insights for women, men, and teens, you'll discover how these limiting beliefs show up in everyday life and learn how to begin releasing them. The episode concludes with a powerful affirmation and reflective journal prompts designed to help you identify what's holding you back, uncover its roots, and step into greater confidence, worthiness, and possibility. If you're ready to move beyond self-doubt and embrace the life meant for you, this episode is for you. Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 #AuthenticTalkswithshanta #MindsetTransformation #HealingJourney #KnowYourWorth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support .

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  Episode #302

  Episode 302 | Sabai Thai Spa, A Way of Life | Guest: Nuttha Goutier

  May 18, 202646 minS7

  <br />In this inspiring and deeply grounding episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shanta sits down with Nuttha Goutier, entrepreneur, wellness visionary, and co-founder & CEO of Sabai Thai Spa, for a powerful conversation about self-care, mindfulness, culture, entrepreneurship, and what it truly means to live well.<br /><br />Nuttha shares her incredible journey from growing up in a small rural village in Thailand without electricity or running water to building one of Canada’s growing wellness spa brands with multiple locations and franchise expansion across the country. Along the way, she opens up about the values she learned early in life — comm...

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  Episode #301

  Episode 301 | From Trauma to Truth: Hear the Voice Within | Guest: Ranae Van Roekel

  May 4, 202648 minS7

  What happens when you ignore your intuition for too long… and then one day, it refuses to be silenced?<br />In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shanta sits down with Ranae Van Roekel —founder of Connecting to Cope, speaker, and trauma recovery advocate—for a raw and deeply honest conversation about trauma, accountability, and the life-changing moment when your inner voice demands to be heard.<br />Renae shares her journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse, staying silent for over 30 years, and how unresolved trauma shaped her into a people-pleaser—ultimately leading her down a path that resulted in a federa...

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