The Path to Authenticity

Tom Gentry
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The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are. We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are. The host, Tom Gentry, is an internationally certified alcohol and drug counselor (ICADC). He provides recovery coaching for individuals, family coaching for people with loved ones who suffer from substance use disorders, and transitional coaching for people amid significant life changes. He has spent more than 25 years working with people and families affected by addiction and related issues. Learn more about Tom and his work by visiting tomgentry.com. tgentry.substack.com

  1. APR 23 · BONUS

    Detoxicity with Mike Joseph

    This is a bonus episode of The Path to Authenticity. Awhile back, one of my favorite writers, Dave Holmes, was a guest on this podcast. It’s called Detoxicity. I listened, and eventually reached out to the host, Mike Joseph. Mike has become a friend. He is a force for good in this world. I was honored to be a guest one his show. Please give a listen. Stay tuned for season three of The Path to Authenticity. -Tom Mike Joseph is a life coach, a radio personality and mental health/sexuality educator. IN 2020, he created the podcast "Detoxicity", which he also hosts and produces.The show delves into what it means to be a man in the 21st century, exploring a wide array of topics such as relationships, creativity, psychology, and sexuality. Each episode features in-depth interviews with guests from diverse backgrounds, offering thoughtful, sensitive, and often humorous perspectives on masculinity and personal growth. The podcast aims to provide a platform for men to engage in open conversations about emotional well-being, identity, and societal expectations. By addressing these themes, Detoxicity seeks to foster a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of modern masculinity. You can listen to Detoxicity on various platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Podbean, and Podimo. © Copyright 2025, Tom Gentry; Music: E Blues slop more, by acinet, edited for use, with permission from the artist, under a Creative Commons license. DetoxPod 195: Tom Gentry Hope you are doing as well as can be given current times. Remember, we are stronger together! Community remains of utmost importance! I'm excited to bring you my conversation with Tom Gentry. Tom is not only a treasured friend, but he's a counselor specializing in addiction. He's also a passionate advocate for progressive masculinity, which makes him a perfect fit for Detoxpod! Tom and I chat about his own experience as an addict and what drove him to recovery. We talk about familial cycles and how the things we learn growing up can affect us without even knowing it. Tom and I chat about the term "toxic masculinity" and how using those words can sometimes negatively obscure the work that we do. And there's so much more! Check out Tom's website and his podcast. Hope you get something positive out of this conversation. Feel free to drop me a line and share your thoughts! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 7m
  2. Welcome to The Path to Authenticity

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Welcome to The Path to Authenticity

    Real Conversations with Real People The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. Host Tom Gentry talks to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. His guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are. They talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we all might become truer expressions of who we are. Tom Gentry is an internationally certified alcohol and drug counselor (ICADC). He provides recovery coaching for individuals, family coaching for people with loved ones who suffer from substance use disorders, and transitional coaching for people amid significant life changes. He has spent more than 25 years working with people and families affected by addiction and related issues. Learn more about Tom and his work by visiting tomgentry.net. ©Copyright 2021, Tom Gentry; Music: Happy Song by Pachyderm, edited for use. Used with permission from the artists under a Creative Commons license. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    4 min

  3. 01/01/2024

    228. Therapist & Podcaster Eric Bricker

    Episode 228 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with friend of the show, past guest, therapist, and podcaster Eric Bricker. Eric is the host of the Good Counsel podcast and co-founder of the Trauma Studio. Enjoy.  -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work.         © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; Music: I Wanna be a Machine, Study in FEEDBACK, Roach-Man, and Buy a Guitar by Punk Rock Opera. All edited for use, with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 11m

  4. 12/31/2023

    227. Podcaster & Recovery Advocate Ashley Neal

    Episode 227 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with recovery advocate and podcaster Ashley Neal. Enjoy.  -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work.                                      © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; Music: I Wanna be a Machine, Study in FEEDBACK, Roach-Man, and Buy a Guitar by Punk Rock Opera. All edited for use, with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    58 min
  5. 226. Author & Choreographer Amy Jordan

    12/30/2023

    226. Author & Choreographer Amy Jordan

    Episode 226 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with author and choreographer Amy Jordan. Enjoy.  -tg Tom Gentry is an internationally certified alcohol and drug counselor (ICADC). He provides recovery coaching for individuals, family coaching for people with loved ones who suffer from substance use disorders, and transitional coaching for people amid significant life changes. He has spent more than 25 years working with people and families affected by addiction and related issues. Learn more about Tom and his work by visiting tomgentry.net.                   © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; Music: I Wanna be a Machine, Study in FEEDBACK, Roach-Man, and Buy a Guitar by Punk Rock Opera. All edited for use, with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    52 min

  6. 12/29/2023

    225. Therapist & Author Jessica Baum

    A Little Bit of Agency Episode 225 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Jessica Baum, LMHC, author of Anxiously Attached. You can hear more from Jessica in episode 24. Enjoy.  -tg Visit tomgentry.net to learn more about Tom and his work.                © Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; […] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    42 min

  7. 11/13/2023

    224. A Conversation with Dr. Scott Lipp

    Episode 224 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Dr. Scott Lipp, a board-certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. He specializes in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, substance-related and addictive disorders, and co-occurring disorders. He believes that the heart of counseling lies in the therapeutic relationship and the empowerment of all clients. In addition to his practice in South Florida, he is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counselor Education at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Enjoy.  -tg Tom Gentry is an internationally certified alcohol and drug counselor (ICADC). He provides recovery coaching for individuals, family coaching for people with loved ones who suffer from substance use disorders, and transitional coaching for people amid significant life changes. He has spent more than 25 years working with people and families affected by addiction and related issues. Learn more about Tom and his work by visiting tomgentry.net.  ©Copyright 2023, Tom Gentry; Music: I Wanna be a Machine, Study in FEEDBACK, Roach-Man, and Buy a Guitar by Punk Rock Opera. All edited for use, with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    56 min

  8. 10/23/2023

    223. Help Getting Help

    Help Getting Help: An Alternative to Intervention Episode 223 of The Path to Authenticity is a departure from the norm. In it I speak to a former client who I helped with his son. Together, over the course of about two weeks, we devised and implemented a plan for his adult son to receive residential treatment […] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tgentry.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min
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The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are. We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are. The host, Tom Gentry, is an internationally certified alcohol and drug counselor (ICADC). He provides recovery coaching for individuals, family coaching for people with loved ones who suffer from substance use disorders, and transitional coaching for people amid significant life changes. He has spent more than 25 years working with people and families affected by addiction and related issues. Learn more about Tom and his work by visiting tomgentry.com. tgentry.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Tom Gentry
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    174
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tom Gentry
  • Show Website
    The Path to Authenticity