Authentic Talks 2.0 with Shanta

Shanta Generally

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

  1. MAR 23

    Episode 298 | Taboo Topics: Things Women Should Talk About, But Don’t | Guest:  Nicole Johnston

    In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shanta speaks with Nicole Johnston—TEDx speaker, author, and executive leadership coach—for an eye-opening conversation about the taboo topics women are often taught to avoid… but absolutely need to talk about. From money and salary negotiation to workplace dynamics, burnout, and the invisible mental load, Nicole shares real-world insights from her 30-year career in corporate leadership. Together, they unpack how silence around these topics can cost women not only confidence—but millions over a lifetime. Nicole breaks down why women are less likely to negotiate, how workplace norms quietly reinforce inequality, and what it truly takes to advocate for yourself in environments that weren’t designed with you in mind. She also dives into the importance of storytelling, mentorship, sponsorship, and setting boundaries that protect your time, energy, and well-being. This episode is not just a conversation—it’s a wake-up call and a toolkit. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, overworked, or unsure how to speak up for what you deserve, this one is for you. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: Why not negotiating your salary can cost you long-termThe truth about the “mental load” and how it impacts womenHow to confidently tell your story and own your valueThe difference between mentors, coaches, and sponsors—and why you need all threePractical ways to set boundaries and avoid burnoutWhy self-care goes beyond bubble baths—and includes financial and mental well-beingNicole’s book, Taboo Topics: Things Women Should Talk About But Don’t, is a must-read guide filled with actionable steps to help you grow, advocate for yourself, and step fully into your power. 🎧 Tune in, take notes, and start the conversations that can change everything. Nicole's Information: https://innatepower.coach/ Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  #WomenEmpowerment #TabooTopics #WomenInBusiness #CareerGrowth #FemaleLeaders Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    45 min

  2. MAR 9

    Episode 297 | The Human Advantage: Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI | Guest: Crispin Thompson

    In this insightful episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shanta sits down with leadership consultant and author Crispin Thompson, founder of The Leadership Studio, for a powerful conversation about leadership, emotional intelligence, and overcoming imposter syndrome.With more than 30 years of experience in the tech industry — including over two decades at Hewlett-Packard — Crispin shares how his own career challenges, failures, and mentorship experiences shaped his passion for helping leaders grow. Today, he works with individuals and organizations to bridge the gap between potential and performance, helping leaders develop confidence, communication skills, and the emotional intelligence needed to lead effectively.Together, Shanta and Crispin explore what imposter syndrome really looks like in the workplace, why even successful leaders struggle with self-doubt, and how learning to reflect inward can help people grow into stronger, more confident leaders.The conversation also dives into the evolving role of leadership in a rapidly changing world shaped by artificial intelligence, and why human connection, empathy, and emotional awareness are becoming more valuable than ever.Listeners will walk away with practical insights on recognizing self-doubt, strengthening leadership skills, and embracing growth — both personally and professionally.In this episode, you’ll hear about: • The truth about imposter syndrome and why so many leaders experience it • Why emotional intelligence is essential for effective leadership • How AI is changing the future of work and leadership • Practical ways to build confidence and self-awareness as a leader • The importance of mentorship, introspection, and continuous growthWhether you’re leading a team, growing in your career, or simply looking to become a more confident version of yourself, this episode offers valuable perspectives on what it really means to lead in today’s world. More on Chrispin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crispinthompson/ https://leadership-studio.com/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FXVWXTC4?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_255YZVJZPYDQFHAHQH1F&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_255YZVJZPYDQFHAHQH1F&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_255YZVJZPYDQFHAHQH1F&bestFormat=true Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #ImposterSyndrome #AuthenticLeadership #PersonalGrowth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    59 min

  3. MAR 2

    Episode 296 | Four Truths and a Lie | Guest: Terry Tucker

    What if the worst thing that ever happened to you became the very thing that finally woke you up? In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shante sits down with the remarkable Terry Tucker — author, speaker, former SWAT hostage negotiator, and 14-year cancer warrior — for a conversation that will shift the way you see your life, your purpose, and what it truly means to be alive. Terry was given two years to live in 2012. He has since had his foot amputated, his leg amputated, battled lung tumors for over four years, and recently completed a groundbreaking cancer immunotherapy treatment. And yet — he is one of the most joyful, purposeful, and deeply grounded human beings you will ever hear speak. In this episode, Terry and Shante dive deep into: 💡 How to turn a death sentence into a life sentence🎯 How to find your purpose without needing a crisis to wake you up🚫 The lie society has been selling us about success, self-worth, and what really matters📖 Terry's powerful new book Four Truths and a Lie and the Alexander the Great story that will change how you think about wealth🤝 Why human connection is the missing ingredient in so many people's lives💪 How adversity doesn't break us — it actually builds us stronger at the broken places⏳ A decade-by-decade framework for discovering what you were born to doWhether you are walking through a hard season right now, feeling stuck and uninspired, or simply searching for more meaning — this episode is your reminder that your purpose is already calling your name. You just have to answer. Terry's wisdom is quiet, steady, and deeply powerful. This is one of those conversations you will find yourself coming back to. 🔗 Get the book: Four Truths and a Lie — available on Amazon and wherever books are sold. 📲 Connect with Terry Tucker: Links in show notes. If this episode moved you, please share it, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Authentic Talks 2.0. Terry Tucker — Website 🖥️ www.motivationalcheck.com Books on Amazon 📚 Four Truths and a Lie → https://www.amazon.com/Four-Truths-Lie-Ancient-Purpose/dp/B0FPMG37DF 📚 Sustainable Excellence → https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS Social Media 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/sustainableexcellenceauthor  Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheck 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179 🐦 X (Twitter) → https://x.com/terrytucker2012  ▶️ YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl2CUA6R1zP2ZcjzhzGKWkQ Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  #AuthenticTalks #TerryTucker #FourTruthsAndALie #LivingWithPurpose #FindYourPurpose #CancerWarrior Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    52 min

  4. FEB 23

    Episode 295 | Tidy Less, Live More: The Identity Shift That Changes Everything | Guest: Don Suttajit

    What if your clutter isn’t really about your stuff… but about your identity? In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks, Shanta sits down with brand strategist, life coach, and author Don Suttajit to talk about his new book, Tidy Less, Live More: An Identity-Based Approach to Decluttering and Organizing Your Home and Life. After spending 15 years helping corporations find their voice, Don realized something deeper: many of us lose ourselves — and our homes begin reflecting that inner confusion. Through his “I AM” system and his Live Freely Project, Don shares why traditional organizing methods often fail and how lasting change starts from the inside out.  Why organizing systems don’t stickThe connection between inner clutter and physical clutterScarcity mindset and how it shows up in our homesIdentity-based motivation and behavior changeHow to declutter with purposeWhy “new year, new me” resolutions failWhat it truly means to live freelyIf you’ve ever cleaned a space only to see it fall apart again… If you’ve struggled to let go of things you paid for… If you’ve felt overwhelmed, stuck, or divided internally… This conversation will meet you right where you are. Because decluttering isn’t about perfection — it’s about becoming. It’s time to tidy less… and live more. Don's websites and social media: Website URL: https://livefreely.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livefreelyproject/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livefreelyprojectLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donsuttajit/ Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  #AuthenticTalks #TidyLessLiveMore #DeclutterYourLife #DeclutterYourHome #InnerWork #PersonalGrowthJourney #LiveFreely Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    39 min

  5. FEB 6

    Episode 294 | Hidden In Plain Sight: Celebrating 100 Years Black History | Host: Shanta Generally

    In this special solo episode, we pull back the curtain on the everyday items we use without a second thought. From the rhythm of our city streets to the safety of our homes, Black inventors have shaped the physical world around us. As we celebrate the 100th Anniversary (1926–2026) of the movement that became Black History Month, we honor the names, the stories, and the brilliance that have been "hidden in plain sight." Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    10 min

  6. FEB 5

    Episode 293 | Our Collective Hearts; Self Love | Guest: Lisa Love

    In this heartfelt episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shanta sits down with Lisa Love—self-love coach, retreat leader, and founder of Collective Hearts—for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to love yourself from the inside out. In a world that often confuses self-love with overindulgence, Lisa gently reframes the conversation, reminding us that real self-love doesn’t have to cost a thing. Together, they explore simple yet transformative practices like affirmations, gratitude, breathwork, meditation, and mindful presence—tools that help quiet the inner critic, heal loneliness, and reconnect us to our own inner wisdom. Lisa shares her lifelong mission of spreading love, from childhood stories that shaped her path to leading wellness retreats around the world—from the Bay Area to Bali and even Antarctica. She opens up about navigating loneliness, setting boundaries, reclaiming personal power, and why visible love—like her heart-centered jewelry—can serve as a daily reminder to lead with compassion. This episode is a grounding reminder that: Self-love is not selfish—it’s essentialYou can cultivate joy, peace, and confidence from withinYour thoughts, words, and actions are shaping your reality every dayWhether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply craving a deeper sense of love and presence in your life, this conversation will meet you right where you are. lisa@collectivehearts.co Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    42 min

  7. JAN 5

    Episode 292| Crossing the Threshold: What You’re Carrying Into 2026 (and What You’re Meant to Set Down)

    Solo Podsnack: Host, Shanta Generally; The New Year is often treated like a reset button—but what if it’s actually a threshold? In this episode, Crossing the Threshold: What You’re Carrying Into 2026 (and What You’re Meant to Set Down), we explore a gentler, more conscious way of entering the New Year—one rooted in discernment, awareness, and energetic maturity rather than pressure or resolutions. I share a personal reflection on how decluttering, cleaning with intention, and releasing what no longer served me became a powerful practice of preparation—one that couldn’t be rushed and didn’t need perfection. We also talk about:Why the New Year doesn’t require a complete reinventionThe spiritual significance of thresholds and conscious crossingsSetting intentions instead of resolutionsCord cutting as a mindful practice of completion and releaseHow mindfulness supports real, everyday life—not just quiet momentsIf you’re standing at the doorway of a new season, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and cross with intention.  Featured Resource: Mindfulness: They Didn’t Explain It Like This When We Were Kids Book 4 in the J.A.M.M. With Me: A Journey to Your Higher Self series Now available on Amazon Stay authentic. Stay mindful. And keep taking care of you. Host: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  www.authenticyoumindset.com  @Authenticyoumindset on IG  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    22 min

  8. 12/23/2025

    Episode 291 | The People’s Bishop: What It Really Means to Lead with Love | Guest: Bishop Foreman

    In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks, Shanta sits down with The People’s Bishop, the visionary leader of Harvest Church, Bishop Kevin Foreman for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about faith, leadership, transformation, and purpose. This episode goes beyond the pulpit. Together, they explore what it truly means to lead with the intent to transform, not just gather followers. The Bishop shares his personal journey—from embracing his “difference” at a young age to building businesses, writing impactful books, losing over 120 pounds, and helping thousands improve their lives spiritually, financially, mentally, and physically. You’ll hear candid insights on: The difference between leading people and transforming livesWhy your difference is often your callingFaith as a lifestyle, not a labelBreaking generational patterns and becoming a history makerMental health, therapy, and faith working togetherMoney as a tool—not the root of evilNavigating social division while staying grounded in loveThe importance of holistic wellness: mind, body, spirit, and financesThis conversation is real, thought-provoking, and deeply inspiring—reminding us that every person has the capacity to make history exactly where they are. Listen in and be encouraged to live authentically, lead boldly, and transform lives—starting with your own. Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/bishopforeman/ https://www.facebook.com/bishopforeman https://www.youtube.com/@bishopforeman https://www.tiktok.com/@bishopforeman https://www.instagram.com/itsharvestchurch/ https://www.facebook.com/ItsHarvestChurch/?_rdc=2&_rdr https://www.youtube.com/c/HarvestChurch https://www.tiktok.com/@itsharvestchurch  * Fair Use: Already Won by Bishop K. Foreman Host Shanta: Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0  Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com  Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com  Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489  #AuthenticTalks #ThePeoplesBishop #FaithAndPurpose #TransformationalLeadership #HolisticFaith Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

    1h 9m
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Real conversations with a focus on adapting in a changing society & making the world a better place starting from within ourselves. Elevating our Minds. I share my unique life experiences and how i continue to work on becoming my best self. We have to find ways to continue to level up & rise above all the BS that comes our way! We can do this. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

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