Truth Tastes Funny with Hersh Rephun

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, spend less time at the computer, and grow their business in a way that lets them take Fridays off. In fact, MOST of Sarah's clients work less than 12 hours a week!Sarah Grace is determined to help women in business dominate in without “The Typical Grind”, and without sacrificing their family, faith, or integrity. Sarah is living proof that if there was ever a time where women could “have it all” - that time is now. Sarah has been married to Greg for 14 years, is a mother to 4 kids, and while we don't know each other that well we immediately clicked.I'm inspired by Sarah's mission, and I am sure you will be, too!00:00 - Welcome to 12 hours/week04:00 - Baby Makes Pivot08:00 - Victress is Born10:15 - Myths Around Time18:00 - Educating Male CEOs & Marketers27:00 - Customer Loyalty40:00 - Insanely Alive50:00 - Magic TimeFind Sarah Allred:https://www.facebook.com/groups/v2marketinghttps://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)Subscribe to our YouTube Channel"Check out Hersh's branded storytelling podcast: YES, BRAND, and his "next-figure" podcast, BRAND VOICE RUNWAY. Follow TTF on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow the entire YES, BRAND family of podcasts on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

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. Instead of taking the gig, Damon made an intentional mindset shift that led to working with some the most well known business leaders of today. On a mission to give back, he has leveraged his knowledge, skills and experiences to help hundreds of entrepreneurs wanting to start and grow the businesses of their dreams.00:00 - From Zero to $250K/week03:00 - Overachiever08:00 - Expectations & Repercussions12:00 - Brings Your Genius to Work Days16:00 - Brush with Failure20:00 - Runaway to Juvie29:00 - Abuse35:00 - A Bright Future in Sales42:00 - Set Up & Taken Down49:00 - Commitments, Incarceration, & a Possible Promotion55:00 - Right-Headed, Rebuilding a Family, and Learning the Right Way to Succeed"My authentic true self has never changed."Find Damon:https://dsamuria.carrd.co https://www.linkedin.com/in/dsamuriaIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's branded storytelling podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

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.01:00 - Self-Taught Theatre Kid05:00 - The Accidentally Normal Trans Non-Binary Childhood09:40 - About the Podcast11:50 - The Sound of Our Imagination16:00 - Creative & Comedy Influences20:00 - Climate Change27:00 - Climate Justice30:00 - Let's (have a listening) Party! More on Sunny:Sunny's journey to success was unconventional as he taught himself the craft of theater-making due to a lack of inclusion for trans individuals in traditional theater training. Despite this challenge, he has achieved prominence in Canadian theater and has paved the way for other underrepresented voices.Find Sunny:CLIMATE CHANGE & OTHER SMALL TALK: https://www.sunnydrake.com/creations/climatechangeandothersmalltalkWebsite: www.sunnydrake.comSocial:https://www.facebook.com/sunnydrake.creations - https://www.instagram.com/sunny_drake/ - https://vimeo.com/sunnydrake - https://twitter.com/sunny_drakeIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's branded storytelling podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

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.00:00 - The Quiet Desperation of Not Having a Plan08:00 - Dwight the 6-Figure Worrier Turned Financial Planner14:00 - The Life Coach Side of Financial Planning17:00 - Debt & Peace of Mind21:00 - Take the Leap, Gain the Sleep25:00 - The Book & The Message: "Give a Heck"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!'.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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's branded storytelling podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

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.In Chase's own words:"I am a husband to an incredible woman and father to 3 wonderful little boys. A year after my wife and I were married I was the CEO of a venture backed software company and seemingly on top of the world, but I was incredibly sick with an autoimmune disease. After multiple surgeries, being fed through a line to my heart for months on end and almost dying from sepsis, I was bedridden and the doctors let me know they had no more answers for me. It was during that time that I began preparing for the worst. I raised millions of dollars from my bed and built several assisted living buildings to try to provide for my family for when I died. It was in my darkest time that I had my moment of clarity: Only I could heal myself. The doctors could not. Only I could. I sacrificed greatly and learned how to control and manipulate my mind and my body through my autonomic nervous system. I learned how to heal myself. Now I share my mastery techniques through What Magnificence with health care professionals, executives and entrepreneurs all around the world to help them heal and reconnect their minds and their bodies."Find Chase: www.whatmagnificence.com | https://link.chtbl.com/WhatmagnificenceIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's branded storytelling podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

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. All of her work is done from a trauma-informed approach, and she incorporates astrology, human design, Tibetan Buddhist Tantra, along with other spiritual teachings to ensure the most holistic approach to creating a happy life for herself and her clients. Hannah is not afraid to speak her mind and shares openly about her unorthodox past, as a way to empower others to live a life authentic to THEM.Chapter Markers:00:00 - Meet Hannah at 1604:00 - Alcohol & 75 Hard10:00 - Relationship Changes16:36 - A New Value System20:00 - Childhood and Messages to Girls & Boys23:00 - New Modalities & The Work30:00 - Taboos, Stigmas, and Sexual Learning36:00 - Ice Breaker42:00 - Dinner for TwoFind Hannah:https://www.instagram.com/hannahspanke/ https://www.hannahspanke.com/couplesretreathawaiihttps://www.hannahspanke.comhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0ZXFMOhyfAG2MA1lndvLIv?si=da12c1c535ee4500https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahspankeInstagram & TikTok: @hannahspankeIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

Victor Varnado and I hit if off right away. His mantra that "Nothing is sacred, because everything is stupid" speaks to the essence of my Truth Tastes Funny podcast. He's a comedian, producer, and filmmaker who has created and produced for Comedy Central, TruTV, VH1, and NERDIST. His writing has been published on VICE, Salon, and Marvel Comics. His cartoons are in The New Yorker and Mad Magazine. As a comedian, he has appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His new tome, The Anti-Racism Activity Book, is out now.And I would be remiss if I didn't alert you to an introductory campaign that is currently underway for Victor's new Magic Bookifier: Hit Maker, a service for podcasters, influencers, and content creators intrigued by the prospect of writing a captivating book to monetize your audio content, activate your following, or reach a wider audience, using a combination of AI and people smarts! Special pricing available this week at https://offer.magicbookifier.ai/magic-bookifier-hitmaker-h/Find Victor:IG- @robotosupremo Twitter: @varnado 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

At 20, as she was about to be married, Kathleen Donnelly Israel told herself, "Your life is not your own anymore." Indeed, she went on to raise 5 children with her husband of 48 years, Ron Israel. They were a team couple for World Wide Marriage Encounter. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Art from San Diego State University and studied Expressive Arts Therapy at the European Graduate School in Switzerland. Kathleen cared for her husband for the 17 years that he had Parkinson's disease until his death in 2018. She next studied spiritual healing from many enlightened thought leaders and teachers, and wrote her book Wisdom on the Camino, about her travels on the Camino Santiago in Spain and about sharing her wisdom with those she met there. Kathleen continues to live in San Diego, CA.Find Kathleen:Https://wisdomonthecamino.comhttps://www.facebook.com/kathleen.d.israel/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-donnelly-israel-97a2389/https://www.instagram.com/wisdomonthecamino/Wisdom on the Camino:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CR9MGD3If 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

Rodney Waits has good instincts. A lot of us do. Thing is, we don't always trust them. When Rodney realized, "I've got to build myself before I actually can go empower other people," he decided to create the IMPACT>INFLUENCE podcast, dedicated to building up and not burning out. "As an entrepreneur I burn out," he concedes. "I've had about nine different businesses thus far. Owned two coffee shops, built a real estate brand, both in investing and in buying and selling, and still do that to this day. But the way that I actually got successful with those career endeavors is not because of what I was doing. It was because of the people that I was doing it for. So build on the strengths that you have and help other people find their strengths."Chapter Markers:00:00 - Impact is Greater than Influence06:30 - Empowered by Your Own Gifts13:00 - Lighten the Mood - Kreischer, Carlin, Hicks, and More17:00 - This Energy18:00 - The Best 2-3 Minutes YetRodney:https://thedisruptiveimpact.buzzsprout.comhttps://linktr.ee/rodneymwaits?mibextid=Zxz2cZIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact Us

Just as our parents made choices that affected us, so too do we have the opportunity to set the narrative for those we bring into the world. My guest this week, Sabrina Victoria, was raised as a Jehovah's Witness, with no preparation for life outside of that world. As a single mom, determined to escape a 13-year narcissistic abusive relationship, Sabrina displayed a tenacity and optimistic spirit that has inspired fans worldwide and helped endless amounts of people break through and discover their own untapped talents and immense potential. Here, I sit down with the creator and CEO of Human Better 365, a human transformation company, creator of the Her Version Podcast and founder of Her Nation Community, speaker, entrepreneur and author, Sabrina Victoria. And we have A LOT of laughs through the darkness. Because Truth Tastes Funny.Chapter Markers:00:00 - Aliens & Deities03:12 - From G-d Loving to Boy Crazy09:00 - Single Motherhood & Kingdom Hall: "Good Job, Sabrina!"14:00 - Frickin' Chaos & An Escape Plan19:00 - Showing Up Every Day (and Getting Sh*t On)22:00 - I Will Survive - and Escape28:00 - Fading30:34 - Human Better 365Find Sabrina:https://www.sabrinavictoria.com/https://www.facebook.com/sabrinavictoriatv/https://www.instagram.com/sabrinavictoriatv/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinavictoria/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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

I'm a pretty good conversationalist. But this episode provides a little less conversation and a little more wisdom. My guest, Michael Levy, has become a world leader on the philosophy of truth and wisdom - although not many people know it. His 17 inspirational books have never been advertised or marketed. Michael feels authentic works will eventually find their place in humanity by word of mouth over time, even if it takes a few 100 years.And it's hard to argue with Mike, because his only interest is in joy, truth, and where to find more of it. So, I consider my role in this instance to be that of stage-setter and student. And my hope is to engage you, the listener, in this 1-hour thinking exercise.  One of the best remarks received was from an old friend he grew up with in  Manchester UK, in the same street of row houses with no bathroom, an outside toilet and no running hot water or heating, just a coal fire, in a poor neighborhood in. The friend went on to university and became dean of two universities. They met many years later in Manchester and had dinner. After a 3 hour chat they shook hands and and on saying goodbye the friend said; “Mike you are completely untainted by education.” It is the best compliment Michael has ever been paid.His works do not follow any past or present philosophers and he has never found the time to read any books.Chapter Markers:01:34 - The Absurdity of Life04:58 - The Gift of "Stupid"14:37 - "Untainted by Education"19:46 - "We're All Role Playing"30:27 - Nourishing and Nurturing46:00 - A Better LifeMichael is an international radio host, a keynote speaker on cruise ships, radio and TV. His books contain mystical poetry, business, investment, wellness, healthy living, mind body spirit, truth, philosophy, metaphysics, wisdom and everything society needs to live a wholesome life in love and joy. https://pointoflife.com@Michaellevy on Twitterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellevys/ on LinkedinIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Meeting American Idol's William Hung in person earlier this year, I was struck by his positronic energy. In our interview, I learned more about his gentle spirit, which is backed up by focus and determination. These traits are what turned a longshot audition into viral sensation and a yearslong adventure!The title of this episode comes from William's vocalized plan to do a podcast honoring unsung heroes. I mentioned that it might be fun to call the show "Unsung with William Hung." Anyway, this is just one part of his mission to help others make their dreams come true.Join us for another fun and enlightening episode of TTF, as a guy who, as William himself puts it, "was just another college kid with dreams of going to Hollywood" ACTUALLY GOT THERE.Chapters:00:00 - Sometimes, Karaoke Leads to...07:40 - After the Audition - a Viral Sensation!11:45 - William Charts on Billboard!14:00 - A Mom You Trust is Better Than any Agent17:50 - Back to School20:10 - Then Comes Marriage...and Another Marriage...and a Gambling Addiction25:36 - Back on His Feet and in a Better Headspace28:45 - William's MissionFind William:Instagram.com/williamhungofficialTikTok: WilliamHungOfficialIf 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 ChannelCheck out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

If ever there were an ideal moment, topic and guest for Truth Tastes Funny, it's three-time Emmy Award-winning "recovering journalist" Rafer Weigel. Son of iconic Chicago sports reporter Tim Weigel, Rafer came up in the news business, and I chose this interview to close out Season 2, because while we're just two dudes talkin' about  life, news, and storytelling, it's hard not to think about the Dominion lawsuit against FOX, and the general complexion of "news" in a post-truth world. And, of course, the old adage, "If it bleeds, it leads." Also fascinating is Rafer's experience - as an apolitical reporter - being caught between left and right after breaking the Jussie Smollett case: Smollett was convicted in late 2021 on charges that he staged an anti-gay, racist attack on himself on a frigid January 2019 night and then lied to Chicago police about it. The actor-singer maintained his innocence throughout the case and this month, the former “Empire” star officially filed to appeal his December 2021 conviction.Chapter Markers:00:00 - The Art of Storytelling08:11 - Journalism & The Weigels11:40 - State of News Today13:44 - Jussie Smollett20:00 - Tabloid Journalism & Journalistic Entertainment23:10 - Comedy, News & Discourse27:28 - Truth & Risks in Standup34:01 - A Human - & Humility - Reset36:00 - Truth Really Does Taste Funny in the EndNow President/Chief Storyteller at WMG Communications, Rafer brings his expertise in crafting engaging stories for his clients using their words to make them look and sound their best on camera. Weigel finds what's unique about your business or non-profit and then expertly crafts those messages into a comprehensive editorial and content strategy to create consistent engagement for our clients across all their digital platforms. Find Rafer:www.wmgcommunications.comIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

I've been doing this podcast a little while now, and I'm fascinated by how uniquely human we are... so much in common, so many shared objectives, so vulnerable, and with far less control - but far greater strength - than we realize. Terry Tucker... is an international podcast guest on the topics of motivation, self-development, and mindset.has a business administration degree from The Citadel (where he played NCAA Division I college basketball) and a master's degree from Boston University. has been a marketing executive, a hospital administrator, a SWAT Team Hostage Negotiator, a high school basketball coach, a business owner, a motivational speaker, and for the past ten years, a cancer warrior.is the author of the book, Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life, and the developer of the Sustainable Excellence Membership. Terry has also been featured in Authority, Global Thrive, and Human Capital Leadership magazines.Chapter Markers:00:00 - Terry on Covid, Cancer, and Careers08:30 - Alexander the Great12:24 - Hostage Negotiator18:21 - Best Laid Plans21:21 - Cancer Journey25:26 - From this Point OnFind Terry:Motivational Check: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheckTwitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/terrytucker201Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainableexcellenceauthor/Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life - Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS  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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Kari Schwear is a 7-time Career Path Conqueror. This means it took careers in  hospitality, banking, business development, real estate, the medical field, and working for the luxury automotive brand, Porsche, before found herself at peace and at ease.We talk about this journey - and the journeys we all must go on to "get it right." Sometimes, we achieve great success in business...we just ain't happy.  Join me, along with Executive Coach, Speaker, and Corporate Trainer Kari Schwear, on this quest for a more successful mind.Speaking of which, Kari also co-authored the book, The Successful Mind, Tools for Living a Purposeful, Productive, and Happy Life. Chapters:00:00 - Kari's Search for Answers (age 7)04:19 - Identity Crisis07:39 - When Our Beliefs (Not the Good Kind) Become Reality 10:41 - Success, how?17:00 - The Mission26:44 - Suggestions for Expansion Every DayKari started GrayTonic and the Question the Drink movement in 2018 after her own experience led her to the service of others. She holds many certifications, including Motivational Interviewing, Life Coaching, and several trauma courses through the NICABM. She has resided in Richmond, VA, with her husband for over three decades. Find Kari:https://www.graytonic.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/karischwear/ 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

The first time I met Nikki Green - Life & Business Resiliency Expert, Author, and Speaker - was when we sat down for this interview. It was only a month or so ago, but we've since gotten to know each other better, and I've become a huge fan of her work and expertise. Her new book - Chameleon Mindset - launches February 22, 2023 on Amazon.* It deals with adaptation amidst constant change, and it certainly is apropos to our conversations here on Truth Tastes Funny. Nikki's first book is I Laugh in the Face of Danger, and we certainly have our share of laughs in this episode. *Chameleon Mindset --- Are you ready to change your life for the better? Become a master of change with Author Nikki Green's five philosophies for change in her latest book, Chameleon Mindset!Purchase your copy today on Amazon!https://amzn.to/3HJPclz#ChameleonMindset #CisforCreativeAdaptabiity #MasterofChangeChapters:00:00 - Intro - Nikki and her 6 Parents03:08 - Traveling for Work05:57 - Survival Tips10:09 - Resiliency in Life and Business14:05 - Young People Today19:05 - Bullying & a Vision for the FutureMore about Nikki:Nikki Green is a Life & Business Resiliency Expert who has been in the international business industry for over 20 years and is a 4x published author. Nikki is an avid traveler, visiting 14+ countries and has completed 7 marathons and dozens of triathlons across 3 continents. She has been featured in USA Today and Podcast Magazine. Nikki has dedicated her life to assisting others reduce their fear and go after their dreams. Nikki's greatest passion is empowering young people to reach their fullest potential.Find Nikki:  https://thenikkigreen360.com/ 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

His long-running podcast is aptly named Peace Love and Bring a Bat. His Brooklyn accent gives each of his heartfelt words a bit more resonance. And as a Speaker, Mentor, Author, and Philanthropist (via the org Goons For Good), Dave Chametzky is committed to telling it like it is, while raising you up from wherever it is you're at.Our chat was a rare-these-days in-person sit-down, the culmination of several days spent together with a convocation of genuinely caring humans, so I was able to get to know Dave a little bit before rolling tape. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the entire experience. I hope you'll get a lift, and maybe even nudge you to get some soaring going...  00:00:48Who Is Dave Chametzky?00:03:41The "PATH" - Dave's Mentoring Practice00:07:45Peace Love & Bring a Bat (Dave's Podcast)00:08:30The IKTA Disease & the Resources You Don't Use00:14:01Limiting Beliefs? Doubt Your DoubtsMore About Dave: Dave is the Producer of the Coaching program and Mentoring Curriculum which is designed to assist individuals to find Time to Soar on their path, discover Resources for Empowering Personal Growth and embrace resilience programs. David is also the Media Host of the internationally ranked PODCAST "Peace Love and Bring A Bat." With over 30 years in Corporate America, David has always followed his passions, and in 2022, David was one of the finalists for the Reed Smith Award for the 2022 Institute for Mental Wellness in Legal. His PODCASTS and PROGRAMS enable people who are ready for higher levels of living and succeeding to Soar or be ON THE PATH. David just published a book "When Your Heart Says It's Your Time to Soar." Dedicated to philanthropic purposes, David co-founded the organization Goons For Good, serving people who are in need of hope and resources.Find Dave: https://davidchametzky.com/ 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Sure, Jem Fuller is a TEDx Speaker/Mindset Coach, and the award-winning author of a recently published book, The Art of Conscious Communication for Thoughtful Men. He's a partner and father, a coach, facilitator, and retreat leader. But that's who he is now. To get to this place, Jem has lived a colorful, global life.  Fire-dancer. Traditional tattooist. Kindergarten teacher. Motorcycle courier, masseuse and reflexologist. Laborer and travel consultant.  He also dug Truth Tastes Funny enough to join me for a wide-ranging interview about the above, and more.“Whenever I shift my perspective to a more macro level, I find it quite hilarious how seriously we take ourselves!” Jem told me. So, we have some smiles at the expense of the human condition, while finding hope in the prospect of improved communication with one another, drawing on our respective strengths to repair the world together.Find Jem:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemfuller/https://www.instagram.com/jemfuller/https://www.facebook.com/jemfuller.mehttps://twitter.com/JemFullerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkAwvXrYHQ8pSmQES6Yhlmwhttps://jemfuller.com/books/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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Join me in this travel adventure with Dawn Fleming, who has literally been there and done that. She debunks travel myths (especially "But is it safe there??"), talks Covid-era considerations, and  ways to save for that international retirement you were sure you could never afford.With her husband Tom, she owns and operates Overseas Life Redesign, a global coaching and consulting company that encourages others to discover their dreams and turn them into reality just like she did. As host of the Overseas Life Redesign podcast, she shares success stories of international relocation and retirement. Dawn and Tom began their own traveling lifestyle in 2010 when they sailed through the Panama Canal from California to Florida and later relocated to Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Originally from Minnesota, Dawn began her career in real estate and found success in many facets of the industry. She graduated from Western State University College of Law and specialized in international business transactions as a licensed California attorney. Dawn found her calling for two decades as a mentor to thousands of entrepreneurs, coaching them through the growth of their home-based businesses before launching Overseas Life Redesign.Find Dawn:https://dawnfleming.com https://linktr.ee/overseaspats 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

If you're a regular listener to Truth Tastes Funny, you probably know that I started my career in NY on Madison Avenue after attending School of Visual Arts. Well, my guest John Follis is a Madison Ave adman who made waves before I ever dipped my toe in the ocean. John's campaign for Sorrell Ridge Fruit Spreads - citing their jam's all-natural ingredients - knocked Smuckers for a loop (maybe it was the tagline, "With 100% fruit, it has to be better."). The ad was so effective it became a case taught at the Harvard Business School and featured in Forbes. In ‘93, Follis/DeVito/Verdi was the second most awarded agency in New York. That same year John formed Follis Inc to include a focus on non-traditional and online marketing. In 2003, in response to the shifting media landscape and to provide an alternative to the traditional ad agency model, he created "Follis Marketing Therapy".  And, in 2006, John created "The Follis Marketing Report" blog and "The Marketing Show with John Follis" podcast syndicated on iTunes. John has always made time for public service and for one very successful public service campaign that he spearheaded, he was honored at The White House. As a result of John's career success he's been invited to write for ADWEEK and speak at venues including The World Business Academy and Yale University. Now for the funny part: John flunked out of his first college advertising class and was told by the instructor that he would never be successful in advertising.Find John:Wiki bio: https://en.everybodywiki.com/John_Follis”True Stories” series; https://bit.ly/3Kok4GJRecent article: https://bit.ly/3vr2ufthttps://follisinc.comIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

On this episode of TTF, I speak with the contagiously positronic and effervescent Elyse Archer, Founder and CEO of She Sells & Host of She Sells Radio. Hopefully, you will sense a coming together of money and humanity, two elements often (wrongly) in conflict.In Elyse's own words:"My heart is in serving female sales professionals and entrepreneurs. Here's a bit more about what that looks like: As an international sales mentor, speaker and trainer, I partner with female entrepreneurs and sales professionals who are ready to blast through six figures in income, learn to sell in a way that feels authentic to them and fulfill their deepest purpose and calling.With over 20 years in sales, I found that most sales training offered was not designed with women in mind. The techniques suggested often feel unnatural, and it can leave us feeling burned out, disheartened and frustrated. I'm on a mission to change that, and hope you'll join me!" 

When I say Josh Steimle is a smarty pants, I say it with the utmost affection: he wears his genius well, which comes in handy, because he's all about using what you've got to get where you're going. He is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of Chief Marketing Officers at Work,  which includes interviews with 29 CMOs from companies like Spotify, Target, PayPal, GE, and The Home Depot. Josh has built a thought leadership system that includes books, speaking appearances, and over 300 articles in publications like Fortune, Time, Forbes, Inc., Mashable, TechCrunch, and Entrepreneur. Josh is the creator of The 7 Systems of Influence framework used by entrepreneurs, educators, parents, and community leaders to build influence and increase impact.If we want to lead happy, (relatively) sane lives, we have to exploit EVERYTHING we've got going for us! Josh knows how to do this, and shares the wealth here.More About Josh:Josh Steimle is the founder of MWI, an award-winning, global marketing agency he launched in 1999. In 2013, however, a critical mistake placed MWI on the edge of bankruptcy with only three clients left to support it. Although the mistake was corrected, MWI needed to attract clients–quickly.At this pivotal moment, Josh was invited to contribute articles to Forbes. The articles Josh wrote brought widespread attention and led to opportunities to write more than 300 articles for more than two dozen publications, and to give a TEDx talk to an audience of over 1,000 in Hong Kong. He has since become a public speaker at events worldwide and appeared on national and international TV and radio as well as more than 80 podcasts.In 2016, Josh published Chief Marketing Officers at Work. It was recognized as one of the 5 Best Business Books of 2016 in Success Magazine, and named one of 11 Marketing Books Every CMO Should Read by Forbes.His second book, 60 Days to LinkedIn Mastery, was released in October, 2021, and became an instant Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller.Josh grew up in Los Angeles and speaks fluent Portuguese, passable Spanish, and a bit of Mandarin after living in Asia for six years.Find Josh:www.joshsteimle.com          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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

How do you find your people when you're in business for yourself? You don't have a water-cooler or anyone to gather around it... Well, meet Pat Miller. Pat is the founder and host of the Idea Collective Small Business Incubator and the Pat Miller Show podcast. Pat is on a mission to create a place of belonging for solopreneurs and scaling small business owners while they grow their business. Running a business can be lonely and hard and it's easier when you find your people for information, referrals and creativity.Pat spent more than 20 years in radio broadcasting before leaving to found his small business consulting firm and ultimately the Idea Collective. When he's not leading brainstorming sessions or speaking, he enjoys BBQ, golf, Crossfit and time with his family in Milwaukee, WI.Find Pat:https://www.ideacollectiveincubator.comhttps://www.patmillershow.comIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Zehra Mahoon's mission is to guide others to stop making the mistakes that are preventing them from their success and ultimate joy by teaching them the power of the Law of Attraction based on her signature Heart and Mind Alignment Method. She is the author of twelve books on these subjects and the creator of the Unlimited 40 day law of attraction workbook and support group. After committing to completely transforming her self-worth in 2006, she went from being massively in debt to owning multiple properties and creating a thriving business, as well as healing her relationships. She shares her personal journey to help people understand that power of reclaiming their self-worth.Find Zehra:Blog: https://www.zmahoon.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zmahoon/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zmahoon/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtQjGQsjoS4rbfv0JxyAn4AIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

When I sat down with Vickie Helm - an acclaimed bestselling author of over 40 books - I had not even begun to write my first tome. I am probably not even qualified to use the word "tome." But the funny thing is that Vickie is known primarily as a business and asset development strategist, who happens to put her wisdom, experience, and insight into books. Lots of 'em. In this episode, Vickie fills us in on her inspirations, life lessons, and role models, some of whom are not what you'd expect! Our conversation is about life, and what it takes to achieve greater success, deeper relationships, or simply reach your highest potential. Vickie assists in this mission by helping you tap into your own inner genius, so you can have a life of passion, purpose, and prosperity. As a keynote speaker, Vickie shares her own business experience starting her first one at only 10 years old when she became an “accidental entrepreneur” for life. Currently, Vickie is the CEO of Smart Group Firm, and SmartWealthNews.com; and Co-CEO of Metadigm Digital LLC. She and her partners share the secrets to growing a successful business and creating more wealth. Vickie is a sought after consultant for people who want to grow more assets and take command of their financial freedom.To claim your copy of her FREE e-book, visit:www.smartcashflowbook.com Learn more about Vickie at:vickiehelm.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vickiehelm/  https://www.instagram.com/vickie_helm/ https://www.facebook.com/SheEO.vickiehelmIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

We wanted to kick off 2023 with a fun, stress-free episode that helps us all break free from stress. Enter Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider, a licensed psychotherapist, executive coach, and the author of Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stress Using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology (Central Recovery Press, April 2022). Dr. Schneider is a coping skills expert with more than 25 years of experience helping people regulate difficult emotions and conflicts.We talk challenges and strategies for kids and adults alike, and even hit on a short film idea we plan to call COMPELLING FANTASIES. Dr. Schneider is certified in Neuroscience for Clinicians through PESI and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing through National Trauma Services. She has been quoted in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and the San Diego Union-Tribune. Laurence Knight interviewed her for the BBC World Service program, “How to Be Angry.” Dr. Schneider blogs for Psychology Today and writes the award-winning Manage Anger Daily blog. She has blogged for Forbes and Women in Crime Ink which the Wall Street Journal named a “blog worth reading.” Dr. Schneider provides training for Fortune 500 companies and other organizations.Find Gina Schneider:https://www.frazzlebrain.comhttps://twitter.com/DrGinaSimmons https://www.facebook.com/DrGinaSimmonsSchneider https://www.instagram.com/ginasimmonsdoc/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginasimmonsphd/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/frazzlebrainIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Where this podcast - Truth Tastes Funny - strives to deliver tips help us keep our sanity, my new YES, BRAND podcast focuses on economic prosperity. Both offer fair amounts of comedy & a sense of play. But if you own a business, you need to keep your message sharp enough to pierce the next ceiling!Heartfelt thanks to all my listeners for taking the TTF journey, and I hope you'll find that YES, BRAND adds to the fun, and the growth - both personal and professional.HAPPY NEW YEAR!To check out the current YES, BRAND episodes and subscribe via your favorite platform, visit: www.YESBRANDmethod.comYES, BRAND Theme, Intro/Outro:Words and Music by: Hersh RephunPerformed by: Hersh Rephun & Samantha RephunProduced and Mixed by: Daniel TeoJ.E.M Music Strategy & ProductionIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

We can get bummed around the holidays, especially amidst blizzards and other bullsh*t, or we can get fired up! I'm choosing the latter. Look at what we've been through and HERE WE ARE. Question is, what are we gonna do with the gift of possibility? For the past seven years, my TTF guest Elizabeth Louis has worked with entrepreneurs, athletes, and high performers, helping them develop a warrior/champion mindset, improve self-esteem, fine-tune goals, shift perspectives, overcome traumas, face fear, achieve success, and gain mental freedom. (Elizabeth notes that most of her clients see radical results in 2 to 3 sessions, and after chatting with her, that sounds about right.)It's safe to say that Elizabeth took a deeply personal and challenging road to mindset mastery. We talk about those challenges, and why "problems" are really just challenges that don't know how to dress.She walks alongside companies as their concierge/on-call performance therapist to craft tailored solutions, implement processes, strengthen leadership, enhance culture, and adjust the most daunting performance troubles, resulting in 10-figure success stories, and lasting results grow with time.You can learn more by going to ElizabethLouis.com or following her on social media @ElizabethLouisCoachingwww.ElizabethLouis.com/mindsetmastery 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Typically, Truth Tastes Funny episodes are stand-alones, surfing freely from one topic to another. However, response to Season 2/Episode 14 with Therapy Twins Joan and Jane Landino has been so strong, that I am bookending it with Rabbi Alfredo Borodowski - aka "The Bipolar Rabbi." Bipolar disorder symptoms can be misleading. Manic moods can lead a sufferer to believe they are invincible, that they are beyond treatment, rejecting bipolar medication. Further, as my interview with Rabbi Borodowski  reveals, we are still in the very early stages of mining the mentally ill for insights that can change the game in terms of treatment for mental health issues of all kinds.The Rabbi's work goes far beyond mental health awareness or even treatment. "I want the mentally ill to package this knowledge and sell it to the world. I want the mentally ill to be entrepreneurial," he says. "Those of us with mental illness have not yet bought into our own strengths. We are looking at ourselves like second-class citizens. We have to shift a paradigm about how we see ourselves. Stigma is not going to diminish because we beg for compassion. Stigma is going to diminish because we bring to the world our added value and contribution, and because we take our place as players around the table of proactive wisdom."Find Rabbi Borodowski here:https://www.bipolarrabbi.com/https://www.facebook.com/bipolarrabbihttps://www.instagram.com/bipolarrabbi/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-borodowski/More from Rabbi Alfredo Borodowski:"My name is Rabbi Alfredo Borodowski, Ph.D., MSW, also known as “The Bipolar Rabbi.” In June 2013, the Mamaroneck police arrested me for impersonating a police officer. I was hospitalized and diagnosed with bipolar. In the ensuing seven days, I was fired from my position as executive director of a prestigious institute and ridiculed by the press as “the Road Rage Rabbi.” My world collapsed. I then spent several months paralyzed on a couch with depression. But I persevered and thrived once again, becoming a social worker. A factor tipped the scale in my favor; I discovered Positive Psychology. Positive psychology studies the strengths that make us fulfill our potential. Knowing my strengths allowed me to overcome my negative thoughts and move forward.My upcoming interactive book, The Exceptional Wisdom of the Most Unusual Minds, invites readers to create a community of mental illness wisdom. The goal is toIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

It would be accurate to open these show notes by declaring that I had a great time with the Landino Twins. But for those who have heard of Happy Days, it might sound more like Fonzie's first date post-mortem than what it really was - a raucous, fascinating conversation with Joan and Jane, the Therapy Twins. These identical twin sisters, former Therapists-turned-Psychiatric Entertainers, Authors & Storytellers, use HUMOR to help people love more and fear less. They do it by speaking openly and often, drawing on deep experience on all sides of the mental health equation.The Landinos' book is Under The Hood: Therapy Twins ~ How We Hotwired Our Brain, Calmed The F*ck Down and Let That Sh*t Go. (FREE on Kindle)We certainly let the sh*t fly in this interview, which ranges from prescription practices and pitfalls of the current system, to the reasons those closest to us may not have a clue what we are going through and vice versa.If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help, including https://988lifeline.org/.Find Therapy Twins:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7KFP5B4/ref=tsm_1_tp_tcinstagram.com/therapytwinshttp://www.facebook.com/therapytwinswww.linkedin.com/in/therapytwins-joan-and-jane-7842a241If 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Getting kids to fall in love with reading is one of the bestest things a grownup can do! Ok, while that sounds like the opening phrase of a Dr. Seuss book, my guest today on Truth Tastes Funny is Dr. Danny Brassell - a highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” who's bringing JOY back into education by helping educators, parents & organizations. Danny has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide - from the US to India, Egypt, and Pakistan - and authored 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He is the co-founder of www.theREADINGhabit.com, the world's top reading engagement program. My time with Danny was FUN and genuinely uplifting, which is exactly what we're going for here at TTF!  I urge my listeners to check out Danny's book, READ, LEAD & SUCCEED (his gift to our audience - you can get your complimentary copy at www.freeGIFTfromDanny.com). At the bottom of the podcast, Danny discusses the book and some bonus stuff he's including for us!Quickest Route to Dr. Danny Brassell:www.DannyBrassell.com www.lazyreaders.com www.freeGIFTfromDanny.comIf 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)Check out Hersh's new podcast: YES, BRANDBoldly taking brands where they desperately wanna goFollow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Is ADHD on the rise? Has it become easier to diagnose, in adults and children alike?  Join me for a fascinating discussion with Avigail Gimpel, an author, coach, and educator whose new book, HyperHealing, Show me the Science: Making Sense of Your Child's ADHD Diagnosis (a follow-up to her first book, “HyperHealing”) is based on many years of research and practice both as a mother of a good number of kids diagnosed with ADHD, as well as a classroom teacher of children struggling with ADHD symptoms. As we emerged from isolation, many people I know were mentioning ADHD, either diagnosed in their children or themselves, and speaking with this immensely qualified guest was illuminating!About Avigail:Avigail Gimpel was born in 1974, the 3rd of eight children. She got her first teaching job in 1996, in a school for immigrant children in queens New York. That same year she ran a Sunday school for Jewish public-school children.She Got her BA from Touro college and completed her graduate studies at Touro college graduate school for Special Education in Manhattan, New York.She married Daniel Gimpel in 1998 while teaching in an all-boys orthodox elementary school. In this school, she developed an intervention program for student struggling with ADHD symptoms. She and Daniel moved to Israel soon after their marriage. Avigail continued her education there, earning advanced degrees in teaching reading to children with Dyslexia and cognitive education for children with ADHD symptoms. In 2003, she and her husband, with three small children moved to Moscow, Russia. There she taught in three different schools and headed up the English department in one of the schools. Upon their return to Israel, she immersed herself in studying and developing treatment options for ADHD for her own six kids and many struggling students. She collaborated with her father-in-law, Dr. Amnon Gimpel (psychiatrist and neurologist), and developing a parent training program. She moved on to develop a teacher's training program. Avigail teaches in Hertzog college as well as lectures in Israeli schools and to parent groups all over Israel. She works in private practice, training parents to become ADHD coaches to their children, and spouses to learn a new love language to communicate with respect. Find Avigail:www.hyperhealing.orgIG: @hyperhealing.adhd 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

If we take ourselves too seriously, there will be consequences. And as your Dr. of Survivalology, I recommend a dose of Doug Cox anytime it all gets too heavy! Doug is a Writer/Director from San Francisco with 20 years experience in the advertising industry and Founder of The Cabinet, a production and post-production facility. On Truth Tastes Funny,  we cover the religious, the goofy, the dark and the light, and analyze the secret to his latest short film success: GARY, which is enjoying a rewarding festival run, collecting top honors at 8 fests and counting. The dark comedy is a “Cabinet family” affair, written, directed, and edited by co-founder Doug Cox, exec produced by co-founder/CEO David Verhoef, and co-starring Director/Editor Stu Barnes in the title role. Clocking in at 6 1/2 minutes, the film spans 265 days on a Mars mission that begins auspiciously, but takes some turns as the voyage takes its toll. Find out more at:www.thecabinet.comDate Doug Socially:@lorddouglascox (Instagram)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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

I now have a whole other podcast, and it's about branding (YES, BRAND, now LIVE!), so while I look forward to having Rich Kozak on THAT show, too, THIS conversation is really about heart. He and I both lead with it, which is why we get along so well. Another reason is that we share a background in helping brands - personal and corporate - tell their stories. Rich is on a mission to serve those who can, in his words, "envision clearly whom they can help or what they can do to make the world a better place or make people's lives better or add value." It was an honor to meet Rich when a mutual friend suggested he appear on TTF, and we have a blast together each time we connect, so I hope you dig this episode!Key Takeaways:You can be brand agnostic, and still believe in God.The clarity with which a brand speaks, shapes its impact.Generous or greedy, patient or impatient, we have so many choices, and these shape our impact.Who is Rick Kozak?He is rocket fuel for people who want their Brand to IMPACT others' lives, or the world. Rich is the sage voice of IMPACT-Driven Branding.His next book, IMPACT-Driven Branding--The Brand YOU Will Become: How To Define It and The Steps to Achieve It,  shares the process in HOW-TO content, just like Rich shares in his Online 1-Day Intensives and 4-hour Live Workshops.Rich, the Founder & CEO of RichBrands, has experienced 44 years Defining & Launching Brands, and then Marketing them. As a Certified Global Branding Consultant with partners worldwide, Rich defined brands and their language for companies impacting 100's of industries.He served on the American Marketing Association International's Board of Directors.  He took a “radical sabbatical” from his high-intensity career to reshape his life, play tennis and violin and cook for his wife of 43 years at “The Brand Ranch”.Rich now helps clients write books and publish them on IMPACT DRIVEN PUBLISHING, his company partnered in NYC.Today, Rich answers for each of us a powerful question we need to be asking ourselves:  “When Does Branding Become God's Work?”Find Rich at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/richkozakrichbrands/https://www.facebook.com/richbrandsrkhttps://thebrandyouwillbecome.com/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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

"You don't have to follow in the footsteps that have been laid out for you. You can create your own future." This, more or less, is the spine of my conversation with Melissa DaSilva, a successful physical NFT artist, entrepreneur, therapist, and coach who motivates other LGBTQ+ individuals and artists to take their life and career to the next level. She is the author of "The Profitable Practice: Helping Healing Professionals Build and Grow a Successful Business." Key Takeaways:Guilt and resentment - on both sides of an equation - are part of the territoryA difficult childhood brings with it valuable lessonsEverybody's flawed! Our role models AND our anti-role models More About Melissa:Melissa is the creator and host of the successful LGBTQ+ podcasts Pride Connections and Chit Chat with the Queer and Creative. She has been featured as a guest on several international podcasts and blogs. You can also find her on the weekly Youtube show "The Next Chapter," where she and her cohost discuss all topics related to being single and getting older in our world today. Melissa has been a licensed social worker for 15 years and started her Rhode Island-based mental health agency in 2015, where members of the LGBTQ+ community can find safe and specialized therapeutic services. Currently, Melissa lives and runs her mental health agency from Puerto Rico while also creating art and physical NFTs that positively impact the world. Where in the World is Melissa DaSilva?Website: MelissaDaSilva.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmelissadasilva/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaDaSilvaLICSW Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealMsMelissa Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realmelissadasilva/ Podcast: https://feed.pod.co/chit-chat-with-a-queer-coach NFT: https://opensea.io/OurQueerWorld Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UConNyQEzKv3- UloT4EKPErg  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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

We all know about Freedom of Speech. But speaking without skill is like duck hunting without camouflage. To spare you that embarrassment, I bring you Brenden Kumarasamy, founder of MasterTalk, who coaches ambitious executives & entrepreneurs to become top 1% communicators in their industry. He also has a popular YouTube channel called MasterTalk, with the goal of providing free access to communication tools for everyone in the world.For those of us wanting to reinvent ourselves - or at least re-examine our careers - in the wake of the last few years, this episode is worth a listen.  If you check out podcasts bout entrepreneurship and self-improvement, you will often see Brenden on their guest lists. He is tireless and giving,  we had a great time in this interview, and I truly appreciate Brenden for coming on TTF! More Brenden:http://rockstarcommunicator.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/MasterTalkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

I should start by telling you that Jules Polonetsky is an optimist. Second, in the area of privacy and consumer protection, Jules is the man. He knows as much about privacy as Facebook knows about you. Jules serves as CEO of the Future of Privacy Forum, a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit organization that serves as a catalyst for privacy leadership and scholarship, advancing principled data practices in support of emerging technologies. FPF is supported by the chief privacy officers of more than 200 leading companies, several foundations, as well as by an advisory board composed of the country's leading academics and advocates. FPF's current projects focus on AI and Ethics, Connected Cars, Health, Research Data, Smart Communities, Ad Tech, Youth, Ed Tech, Privacy Legislation and Enforcement, and Global Data Flows.  We've known each other for nearly 40 years, and while our mutual admiration is the foundation of this conversation, our objective is to help you thrive in today's crazy world.Key Takeaways:If an app is "free," you're the product.If we act based on democratic and social values, AND we are honest about our point of view, thing might improve dramatically. Anytime you question your self-worth, just think about the multi-million-dollar high speed auction going on for your data. More About Jules:Jules also serves as Chairman of the International Digital Accountability Council and as Co-Chairman of the Israel Tech Policy Institute. Jules is co-editor of The Cambridge Handbook of Consumer Privacy, published by Cambridge University Press (2018). More of his writing and research can be found at the www.fpf.org and on Google Scholar and SSRN.Jules's previous roles have included serving as Chief Privacy Officer at AOL and at DoubleClick, as Consumer Affairs Commissioner for New York City, as an elected New York State Legislator and as a congressional staffer, and as an attorney.Jules has served on the boards of a number of privacy and consumer protection organizations including TRUSTe, the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and the Network Advertising Initiative. From 2011-2012, Jules served on the Department of Homeland Security Data Privacy and Integrity Advisory Committee. Jules is a member of The George Washington University Law School Privacy and Security Advisory Council. He also currently sits on the Advisory Boards of Open DP | Harvard University Privacy Tools Project and the California Privacy Lab (University of California).More at https://www.linkedin.com/in/julespolonetsky/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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

When your dad manages bands like Rage Against the Machine and Quiet Riot, there's a good chance you'll end up in the music biz - and an even greater chance you will do so LOUDLY. While Jessica Entner did both of those things, it took some perseverance for her to be heard. As an Executive Creative Music Producer/Supervisor, Jess helped companies succeed and artists break out, but in the shifting ground of the pandemic, decided it was time to build her own brand. She  founded J.E.M Music Strategy and Production in 2021, a full service music agency specializing in branded entertainment and advertising. We've been friends and colleagues for a long time, and it was enlightening - and FUN! - to catch up and to rap about the toll - and silver linings - of the past few years.Note: I am currently collaborating with Jess and composer Daniel Teo of J.E.M on the theme song for my new YES, BRAND podcast, debuting December 1!Key Takeaways:As we stumble through what often feels like the modern Dark Ages, we sometimes tumble into the light.If you have kids but still feel like a kid, you're not alone.If you haven't been on a game show yet, you should try it! More About Jess:A former singer/songwriter signed to Warner Chappell, Jessica has worked in all facets of the music industry during her 20+year career. Growing up in LA, her formative years were spent going to shows on the Sunset Strip. Her father, Warren Entner, was a top manager for rock bands, including Rage Against The Machine, Faith NO More, Deftones, Quiet Riot…etc., her education in the music industry was hands on from day one. As a female entrepreneur, a mom, and an ADHD advocate, Jessica has navigated her success from entry level to business owner, while also trying to understand how her neuro-divergence can be a super power. Her strong belief in equity in the music industry, especially for women and people of color, is a core value and company mission. Find Jess:IG: @J.e.musicstrategywww.je-music.com 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Do you know Frank Agin? You might! Frank is president of AmSpirit Business Connections, an organization that empowers entrepreneurs, sales representatives and professionals to become successful through networking. When Frank and I recorded this interview, we didn't know each other all that well. We hit it off immediately, and I wish I could say it's because we're both that awesome. More likely, it's because he's that awesome at what he does... and in the short while since, Frank's connected me with some amazing people. And if this crazy world has taught us anything lately, it's the importance of holding hands as we walk through the storm.Key Takeaways:You can raise up your whole world by guiding others toward successNetworking is about connecting people when they need each otherThink this way: "What do you need that's beyond what I sell?"More About FrankFrank Agin is also the host of the Networking Rx podcast, a weekly short-form podcast with insights and interviews related to better business relationships. And he narrates the Networking Rx Minute, a micro podcast with daily ideas and inspiration.In addition, he hosts two virtual networking activities. The Networking Hub, a once a month ZOOM interaction for coaches, consultants, podcasters, authors and unique entrepreneurs. And The Charitable Roundtable, which (since 2015) has been helping not-for-profit organizations achieve more and solve challenges through networking via a monthly ZOOM gathering.Finally, Frank is the author of several books, including Foundational Networking: Creating Know, Like & Trust For A Lifetime of Extraordinary Success.Find Frank @  www.frankagin.com. 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon YouTube: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branded Ventures with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

This episode reunites me with my friend and client, Mellissa Tong, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author on Amazon, Award-winning Storyteller, and Founder/CCO of a Creative Marketing and Content Production Company, DuckPunk Productions, Inc. Mellissa is direct, engaged, modest, and knows what's up - which is why global brands like Westin, McDonald's, Old Navy and more heed her advice. Pay heed, dear listener, especially if you're a professional, and entrepreneur, a thought leader, or a person trying to navigate the rapid-fire realities of today's world (Mellissa is also a former journalist).  And, of course, I pitch her some creative when the opportunity arises!Key Takeaways:"The way it's always been" is not always the way to go.If you're lying, the person you're lying to may not know. But someone will.Consumers consider who they're giving their money too - bigger isn't necessarily better, but a bigger MISSION is better.At DuckPunk, Ms. Tong works with businesses to build their brand, drive sales and win more customers. Her work includes branding and marketing, storytelling training, TV commercials and branded content. Some of her clients have seen sales increase up to 400%.Her previous clients are Westin, McDonald's, Old Navy, Nissan, Verizon, Wells Fargo, CBS, California Department of Health, just to name a few. Awards she won include Clio, Addy, Telly, Best of Business in Video Production for nine consecutive years starting 2012, and a dozen more from film festivals across the country. Celebrities she's worked with include Shaquille O'Neal, Bryan Cranston, Keke Palmer, Arsenial Hall, to name a few. Find Mellissa:www.duckpunk.net More About Mellissa Tong:Ms. Tong has over twenty-five years of both in-front-of and behind-the-camera experience on storytelling. She worked as a News Anchor/Reporter/Producer at the International Channel in Los Angeles, one of the first satellite TV stations in the US. Aside from anchoring the news, she was also producing a daily 5-min human interest segment, where she covered stories ranging from beauty, health, science, technology, to movie premieres, red carpet events, Star Trek Conventions, and more. During the four years at the station, she interviewed thousands of people from all walks of life, including Hollywood celebrities such as Anthony Hopkins, Russell Crowe, Julianne Moore, etc., and crafted over 1,200 stories. Later, she took her storytelling skills to the fiction side and worked on a primetime CBS show called Martial Law before founding DuckPunk in 2000. Aside from running DuckPunk, Ms. Tong is also an international speaker and trainer. She was invited to speak at the Los Angeles Mayor's Office in October 2019. She has held storytelling trainings and seminars for Westin, SoCalGas, San Diego Gas & Electric, NAWBO, e-Women Network, various chambers of commerce, and many other profeIf 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branding Partnerships with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

I've long maintained that a**holes are decent people minus a sense of humor. And I want to preface this episode by making sure that my audience knows I welcome as guests those with differing opinions and positions across humanhood and the political spectrum - as long as you bring your ability to laugh at life and its mysteries. My guest this episode is Jeremy Sherman, PhD, who shares my core belief that humor is the saving grace of humanity. He's authored 1000 articles, with 10 million readers, for Psychology Today, and his latest book is called What's Up With Assholes? How To Spot And Stop Them Without Becoming One. Our chat is a marvelous romp through the amusing yet imposing garden of assholia, where egos run amuck. The good news? There's nothing here that some earnest psychoproctology can't resolve. And by resolve, I don't mean cure. True a**holism is incurable. By “resolve,” I mean “to firmly determine." In this episode, we firmly determine what a**holes are, how they present, why they persist - and how indeed we might someday stop them.   Key Takeaways:A**holes are the biggest threat faced by humanity, representing a more immediate existential danger than climate change or nuclear arms.Call out an a**hole as soon as possible - they are like vampires, burned by the light Yes, a**holes can be shamed; they will not feel remorse, but they are vulnerable to embarrassment!More About JeremyJeremy Sherman, PhD, is a cradle-to-grave science researcher and writer studying the unbroken chain from the origins of life from chemistry to humankind's grave situation today. He's the author of the Columbia University Press book Neither Ghost Nor Machine: The emergence and nature of selves. For 25 years, he has been a close research collaborator with Harvard/Berkeley neuroscientist Terrence Deacon.Sherman's all about making advanced ideas intuitive, practical, and funny, because from a natural science perspective….the human condition is pretty ironic.Links:jeremysherman.comhttps://linktr.ee/JeremyshermanIf 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branding Partnerships with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

You wanna talk radio? Cough buttons? Sex, Drugs, & Rock N Roll? Look no further than Ralph Sutton, a seasoned podcast and pop culture commentator with two decades of experience on the mic as a TV and radio host. Currently, he leads the hit comedy podcast The SDR Show, and in 2016 founded the GaS Digital Network, which reaches 5 million listeners a month across 22 shows. He often speaks on how to start a business like his and was also featured in Entrepreneur on the topic.  I had a great time with Ralph, and as you'll hear, we're both doing our best to survive and thrive in this f'd up world.Key Takeaways for Wannabe Hosts:Play to your strengths.Listen to your own episodes.When invited to an opportunity...SHOW UP!Watch on YouTube More About Ralph SuttonStarting as a radio DJ, Ralph Sutton left terrestrial for the podcast world with the creation of The SDR Show (with Big Jay Oakerson), a weekly podcast that talks SEX, DRUGS, & ROCK N ROLL, and has featured high-profile guests like Ray Romano, Pete Davidson, Alice Cooper and Mark Cuban.  He built his own studio by hand in downtown NYC and the network slowly grew. Prior, he created his own nationally syndicated rock show, The Tour Bus, which ran for 15 years on 75+ stations across the country. He was a host for VH1-Classic and for rock events across the country including The Sturgis Rally and Shiprocked. Sutton has also written for various websites and magazines, including Metal Edge and Social Underground. He launched The SDR Show five years ago from his East Village apartment. Today it is widely available and ranks as one of iTunes' top comedy podcasts, hitting the #1 spot multiple times.Links 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branding Partnerships with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

Do we really have time to waste time? Or should we fully embrace every moment? And if so, how? My chat with certified Life Coach and Spirituality Coach Simona Mango explores these questions and more. "The reason I focus on Life Purpose Mentoring is, that I understand how our alignment or misalignment with our higher purpose is what will determine the outcome of our lives. And by 'outcome' I mean, how we feel about every moment of every day, how we feel about getting out of bed every morning."Key Takeaways:Human beings should be free of fear and full of joy. This is our true natural state, when we navigate life #fromthesoulsperspective.Ego is actually finite. Joy is infinite.Our "voice" may be the path to our soul - how we sing, cry out for help, and - hopefully - claim our destinies.Discover Simona:Life Coaching Website: https://simona-lifepurposementor.com/Health Coaching Website: https://simonashealthcolumn.com/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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branding Partnerships with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

This is just a brief episode to serve as a bridge between seasons. I am so thrilled by the response to the show, and the growing listenership is inspiring! We've got lots more in store for Season 2 of Truth Tastes Funny.Stay tuned - Season 2 launched this coming Monday, October 31, 2022, with Episode 31.Thanks and keep taking your laughter in frequent doses!Hersh 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)Follow us on Instagram: @truthtastesfunnyFollow Hersh on Instagram: @Hersh4allon LinkedIn: HershRephunon Twitter: @TruthTstsFunnyOur Website: TruthTastesFunnyContact UsExplore Branding Partnerships with Truth Tastes Funny and Hersh's YES, BRAND Podcast

First, let me welcome you to Episode 30 of #TTFPodcast, the final episode of Season 1! It's only been a few months, but the conversations I've had, the people I've connected with, it's all been so deeply fulfilling and I thank all of my wonderful guests and listeners who  have embraced this show in a way that fills my heart with that spirited mix of happiness and giggle juice, as we take on the world with wit and compassion! How's THAT for a run-on? Since the goal is also to learn about ourselves and each other, it is fitting to close out the season on my interview with Alan Stevens - an International Profiling and Communications Specialist who has worked with international clients, the likes of Disney Films and Gillette, and high-profile organizations like the Australian Federal Police to help them understand how people tick. He's also the originator of The Campfire Project, a safe place for men and women to give themselves permission to tell their stories. Key Takeaways:Want to improve a situation with somebody? Set up the environment so that they can then open up and talk to you. Success in life is dependent on our ability to communicate effectively and honestly.Alan discovered that in order to create a "safe space" for men to speak openly, he ultimately was able to bring women in to listen.Full Bio:Alan Stevens is an International Profiling and Communications Specialist who has worked with international clients, the likes of Disney Films and Gillette, and high-profile organizations like the Australian Federal Police to help them understand how people tick. Alan works with business owners and executives, helping them to understand and engage their clients and prospects, enhancing their presentations and negotiation skills and increasing sales. And with parents and teachers to help them enhance the ability of their children to reach their full potential while improving the experience of the parents, teachers, and students.His latest community initiative is The Campfire Project. The Campfire is a safe place for men and women to give themselves permission to tell their stories. To share their experiences and wisdom from around the world. This is his #WeTogether initiative.Find Alan:Website https://www.alanstevens.com.auhttps://thecampfireproject.com.auLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/readingfacesFacebook Business page https://www.facebook.com/ReadingFaces/My Free course https://alanstevens.thinkific.com/courses/Free-Course

Sandy Ciaramitaro is a good egg for many reasons, not the least of which is her authorship of The Good Eggs series - her contribution to supporting children as they learn about virtues, diversity, and service, essential concepts to integrate into their lives as they grow into Good Eggs! Hersh's conversation with Sandy on Truth Tastes Funny touches on education issues from toddler to teen and beyond.Key Takeaways:Making good choices involves THINKING before REACTING.Peers can make great Mentors, too.Social Media can be a healthy window to the world for teens, when it opens on social impact issues.Sandy holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and has taught morality, ethics, and social justice courses at a private high school in Michigan. In addition to her teaching career, she has taught, developed, and implemented programs and curricula that are focused on helping children realize the importance of living altruistic lives centered on love.  Sandy is also the Founder and President of The Good Eggs Foundation, which is dedicated to helping children in need. The Foundation's outreach can take many forms, including monetary assistance, educational resources, and basic needs. Part of the net proceeds from book purchases go directly to the Foundation. Improving quality of life at a local, state, national, and even a global level is key to helping others grow and succeed!Learn More:www.thegoodeggs.org

According to the Gallup folks, 89% of the American workforce says that they're "burned out." So, the good news is, we're not alone! The other news is, "burnout" - and PTSD - are worth looking into, and who better to sit down with than Scott Anderson: he's the founder  - in partnership with Tel Aviv University - of AtEaseUSA.org, a treatment technology accelerator helping military families recover from PTSD. He also launched BurnoutBreakthrough.com, an evidence-based system to help business leaders recover from and prevent workplace burnout. Scott's an Executive Coach, the author of PLAYING BIG, and a Licensed Therapist with Masters in Clinical Counseling. Listen in, because this is what the TTF Podcast is all about: finding useful insights in a crazy world! I am not a psychotherapy provider, which is why I invite guests who are!   3 Core Burnout Symptoms:Exhaustion that does not get better.Disconnection from things that we used to be passionate about.Antipathy or resentment toward people we used to have a relationship with.All of these can be personal, professional, or both.More About Scott:Scott Anderson is a serial entrepreneur (founded 9 companies, sold 6), business coach, and licensed mental health therapist who helps business owners scale their businesses and their lives -- and break-through the exhaustion and despair of burnout. Relevant Links:Link to fast, FREE burnout assessment: https://bit.ly/38saDX5Scott's Burnout Breakthrough page is: https://burnoutbreakthrough.com/ Scott's free Beyond Burnout group on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/beyondburnoutnow

Marci Warhaft - “The Resiliency Rebel” - is a Resiliency coach and founder of The Fit vs Fiction Body Image workshops. She was named one of Canada's Top 100 Health influencers for 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 by Optimyz fitness magazine. Marci is the author of The Good Stripper: A Soccer Mom's Memoir of Lies, Loss and Lap Dances, where she shares in raw, honest and intimate detail her eye-popping journey to self discovery. By turning a life of turmoil into an example of tenacity and survival, Marci uses her experiences to help others release themselves of the shame, guilt and insecurities that keep them from living their lives with the joy they deserve.Sometimes, we listen to someone's life story and we think, “OMG, that's nuts!” or “How can all this happen to one person?” While Hersh's interview Marci does have that quality, this episode is about ALL our lives. It comes down to fortitude, and what it takes to push through to the life we're really meant to have, and the work we need to do to survive and to thrive in this world. Speaking of survival, Marci's survivor guilt after losing her older brother to illness as a teenager is central to the challenges she's faced and combated. Loss may be in the back or at the forefront of our struggle to keep it together, but it's there, in the mix, and we must learn how to grieve in order to grow. Key Takeaways:A new mother with a great mother is likely to be a great mother, even if she thinks she can lever live up to the standards set by her own mother, and believes she's a terrible mother.A "family doctor" who tells a 17 year old patient that she should lose 10 lbs before putting on a bathing suit is not fit to be a doctor or near your family.Our problems aren't always based on reasonability, so we need to find another way to address them. But we CAN address them, and it's worth it.Find Marci:https://www.marciwarhaft.comhttps://www.thegoodstripper.comhttps://www.facebook.com/fitvsfiction/https://www.instagram.com/marciwarhaft/

To paraphrase Willy Wonka, "Don't forget what happened to the little boy who suddenly got everything he ever wanted: he felt empty AF and wanted to die. And then...." One of the most gratifying things about hosting TTF is that my guests come on to get real. They've tasted the truth, and tried swallowing the BS as well. And they have a lot to teach the rest of us about getting unstuck. Kevin Palmieri is the host of Top 100 Global Podcast "Next Level University" -1000+ Episodes, with listeners in Over 125 Countries, and this is our chat.Key Takeaways:Expectation is garbage without planning.If you want to change your life, change your environment.Don't wait to build your self-confidence and self-esteem.In Kevin's Own Words:Some people find rock bottom... I found out that rock bottom has a basement.In my mid 20's... I had it all. A beautiful girlfriend, a high paying job, a sports car, my dream body... but I still ended up sitting on the edge of a bed debating suicide... several times.After my rock bottom moment, I went all in on self improvement, I was determined to overcome my anxiety, to overcome my depression.Years later, I host a podcast with hundreds of thousands of downloads in over a hundred and twenty countries, I've grown the podcast into a multi six-figure business and I've recorded over 1000 episodes. I've given nearly 100 speeches and had the opportunity to do hundreds of coaching calls.The main thing that changed was ME. I focused on learning what I didn't know (and unlearning a lot too) and my life started to shift.It's my purpose to help other people get unstuck and get to the next level of their lives!I love talking about Consistency, Commitment, Habits, Mindset, Confidence, Fear, Relationships and Limiting Beliefs. We talk about so many pieces of self improvement so I'm happy to explore many topics!Find Kev:https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/@NeverQuitKid

"There's a certain pact we make with the devil to enjoy life in a way that makes us feel fulfilled. So we're not doing heinous crimes on our own volition, but we're enabling inequity. We're enabling climate disasters. We're enabling, you know, take your pick, because we've decided that on some level we are happier." This quote from my interview with Humans First founder - and serial entrepreneur - Rob Krecak forms the backdrop for this conversation, which is as useful in terms of practical solutions as it is provocative regarding the subject of social media overload and technology mindfulness.Key Takeaways:You don't need to delete your apps to improve your focus; try moving an app to the back page of your apps, which will at least reduce your compulsion to check every few minutes!Technology can be a tool for good, and it usually starts out that way - but consider the players and what they have to gain. Going a little further, you can also use certain apps only from your computer, and reserve your phone for what benefits YOU.If studies show social media is increasing stress while also decreasing our ability to deal with it...maybe we need to prioritize our mental well being.More About Rob:Rob Krecak is a thrill-seeker, self-professed nerd, question asker, voracious reader, competitor, keynote speaker, and business builder.When he first got his Wall Street job as a sell-side equity analyst out of college, he thought he'd made it. After buying everything he wanted on his wishlist, he realized that he still wasn't happy. He listened to his deep-down desire to help more people by leaving finance to eventually own three Anytime Fitness health clubs, four uBreakiFix cell phone repair stores, and a tech startup.As someone vulnerable to technology's addictive hold from a young age—video games and Facebook in particular—Rob is on a mission to help individuals and companies reduce stress and get back time to master their careers and lives. He founded Humans First to provide a one-of-a-kind consulting experience that analyzes people's efficiency and energy by paying attention to their technology mindfulness.Rob thinks there is always something to be learned from everyone, and he lets his curiosity guide conversations. In his spare time, he likes to do CrossFit, better himself through reading, travel, and spend time with his wife Niki.Go to:http://www.humansfirst.us 

What role does marketing play in a post-truth world? Can we believe in ourselves enough to sell the image to other people? Hersh consults with Lorraine Ball, Marketing Strategist, Marketing Educator, and host of the More Than A Few Words podcast, to get a handle on what's always worked, what doesn't work, and what authenticity really means.Lorraine shares her stories of the glass ceiling effect, beginning as a Brooklyn girl working the phones for an oil company in West Texas: she could put on a Texas drawl, but she was still a woman, and it was a struggle to break into the C-Suite. Her goal was to be a VP, but every path was blocked. She cut her own swath, forging ahead toward success, noting that it took 30 years for that company to finally welcome women into the executive ranks.Key Takeaways:It's not about influencers, it's about influencing - What keeps your customer up at night? This central question will inspire your authenticity Our “glorious failures” are what clients pay us forIf Lorraine can shed her NY accent, so can youse!Related Links:https://morethanafewwords.com/