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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.

Tom Gentry

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    • 256 EPISODES

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    The Path to Authenticity podcast is an incredible and enlightening show that delves deep into meaningful conversations with a diverse range of guests. Hosted by Tom Gentry, this podcast offers a unique and refreshing perspective on topics such as creativity, vulnerability, authenticity, and personal growth. With each episode, listeners are invited to witness others living their truth and explore their own innate truths. The authenticity and mindfulness that Tom brings to the conversations make this podcast a highlight in the sea of shallow and filtered content.

    One of the best aspects of The Path to Authenticity is how Tom allows the conversations to organically evolve into key talking points. He intuitively directs the discussions, giving guests the space to share their experiences and insights authentically. This creates a genuine and open atmosphere that encourages deep reflection and thought-provoking dialogue. Additionally, the advice shared on how not to lose passion for one's creativity is invaluable for individuals seeking inspiration and motivation in their creative pursuits.

    While there are few negative aspects to mention, some episodes can be emotionally challenging as guests touch upon sensitive topics. However, these conversations serve an important purpose in shedding light on real-life struggles and inspiring personal growth. It is through these difficult moments that listeners can find solace, understanding, and guidance.

    In conclusion, The Path to Authenticity podcast is a gem among podcasts that offers much-needed thoughtful conversations. Tom's genuine curiosity and dedication shine through in every episode as he fearlessly explores the intricacies of human nature with his guests. This podcast has the power to inspire listeners on their own journey towards self-discovery and authenticity.



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    Repost: Brand Strategist Mike Iamele

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 94:59


    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 […]

    228. Therapist & Podcaster Eric Bricker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 70:30


    Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.  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 […]

    227. Podcaster & Recovery Advocate Ashley Neal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2023 57:47


    Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.  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. Subscribe to Tom's Substack publication: The Manifest.     Find t-shirts, journals, and […]

    226. Author & Choreographer Amy Jordan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2023 52:02


    Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.  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. Subscribe to Tom's Substack publication: The Manifest.     Find t-shirts, journals, and other […]

    225. Therapist & Author Jessica Baum

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2023 42:10


    Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.  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 […]

    224. A Coversation with Dr. Scott Lipp

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 55:58


    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 […]

    223. Help Getting Help

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 35:42


    Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.  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 […]

    222. Grief Therapist & Author Gina Moffa

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 49:43


    Please follow The Path to Authenticity on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.  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 fo the […]

    221. Gambling Addiction Advocate Saul Malek

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 58:03


    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     […]

    220. A Conversation on Manhood with Therapist Angela Abide

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 81:42


    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. […]

    219. Tiffany Wehrner from 2019

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 62:14


    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 […]

    The Boundaries Blueprint

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 3:04


    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 […]

    218. Part Two with Phil Treiber

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 40:33


    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 […]

    217. Therapist Phil Treiber from Dude, Breathe Counseling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 51:38


    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. […]

    216. Part Two with Therapist Holly Homan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 28:42


    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 […]

    215. Therapist Holly Homan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 31:39


    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 […]

    214. Author & Philosopher Tanner Campbell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 45:32


    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 […]

    Happy Mother’s Day

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2023 92:25


    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 […]

    213. Practical Stocism with Tanner Campbell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 45:16


    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 […]

    Singer, Songwriter, & Producer VËR

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 34:10


    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 […]

    What We Mean When We Say “Be Vulnerable”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 3:08


    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 […]

    Austin Therapist Angela Abide

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 20:05


    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 […]

    When I Avoid My Emotions I’m Avoiding Myself

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 2:29


    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      […]

    Will I be an Imposter, or Will I be Real

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 2:37


    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: […]

    She Wants to be Your Partner, Not Your Mother

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 3:21


    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: […]

    We Can Be Strong & Emotional at the Same Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 2:30


    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: […]

    Assuming We Should Be Happy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 2:40


    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 […]

    Emotional Disconnection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 2:13


    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  […]

    Masculinity & Emotions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 3:14


    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: […]

    Coming Soon – Just a Thought

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 2:22


    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 […]

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    Digital Marketing Expert Freya Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 32:29


    Episode 12 features a conversation with British digital marketing expert Freya Jones. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. 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 […]

    The Podcast on Substack

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 1:06


    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; […]

    Writer & Podcaster Tom Gentry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 62:59


    Episode 11 features a conversation with writer, podcaster, and addiction professional Tom Gentry. He’s also the usual the host of the podcast. Learn more about Tom in episode 140 of The Path to Authenticity. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. Join Tom’s […]

    212. On the Doorstep of 50

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 23:45


    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. You can hear more from me on 20 Questions. Enjoy.  -tg The […]

    Recovery Advocate Chelsea McClintock

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 15:59


    Episode 10 features a conversation with recovery advocate Chelsea McClintock. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. 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. […]

    211. Neurologist Dr. Antonello Bonci

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 54:59


    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. […]

    Entrepreneur & Childcare Provider Jenna Malyon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 12:51


    Episode nine features a conversation with entrepreneur, childcare provider, and Corwall, Ontario resident Jenna Malyon. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast on men and intimacy hosted by […]

    210. At Odds with Our Emotions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 18:44


    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 […]

    British Military Officer & Magician Pete Donnelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 37:27


    Episode eight features a conversation with British military officer & magician Pete Donnelly. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast on men and intimacy hosted by Tom Gentry […]

    209. Stop Telling Us to Be Vulnerable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 13:35


    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 […]

    London Estate Agent Amani Sherif

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 49:10


    Episode seven features Libyan-born London estate agent Amani Sherif. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. 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. If […]

    208. Family Therapist Amy Effman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 76:03


    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 […]

    A Conversation with Ken Hudson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 30:09


    Ken Hudson is a recovery advocate and a friend of the show. He lives and works in South Florida. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast on men […]

    207. Lululemon Ambassador Chelsea Gage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 73:45


    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 […]

    Artist & Muralist Elena Øhlander

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 52:23


    Elena Øhlander is a visual artist and muralist working in the medium of mixed-media illustration, currently residing in Jacksonville, Florida. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast on […]

    Psychotherapist & Dog Lover Eric Bricker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 63:49


    Eric Bricker is a therapist specializing in trauma, grief, and addiction. He is also the host of the Good Counsel podcast. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. 20 Questions is recorded live on Clubhouse. You can hear the original recording on Patreon. Join Tom’s Substack, The Manifest. Click here to listen to Men Who Talk, a podcast […]

    206. MAN FEELS SOMETHING; CRIES PUBLICLY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 18:44


    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 […]

    Happy Holidays!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 1:00


    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 […]

    205. Addiction Professional Michael Damioli

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 60:47


    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 […]

    204. Abstract Expressionist Painter Mimie Langlois

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 59:01


    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 […]

    203. Artist Heather Sundquist Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 78:36


    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. […]

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