Talk2Tamara

Tamara Gestetner
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Hosted by therapist and coach Tamara, Talk 2 Tamara creates space for the conversations that often go unspoken. Drawing from her life as a mother, wife, and member of the Orthodox Jewish community, Tamara explores real stories, complicated questions, and the moments that shape who we are. This podcast is about naming what’s beneath the surface and making room for deeper understanding, connection, and growth — because some things deserve to be said out loud.

  1. 1 day ago

    Living Through 16 Years Behind Bars: Yehudah Pryce's Journey

    Dr. Yehudah Pryce reflects on his time in prison and personal transformation. Dr. Yehudah Pryce's story is one of resilience and reflection. At just 19 years old, he was sentenced to 24 years in prison, a reality that felt incomprehensible to someone so young. In our latest episode, we dive deep into his experiences, focusing on the raw emotions and mental struggles he faced during his incarceration. Confronting Reality When he first received his sentence, the gravity of spending a quarter century behind bars was overwhelming. Yehudah recalls, "How do you conceptualize having to spend a quarter century of your life behind bars?" The initial shock led him to push the reality aside, clinging to a glimmer of hope that an appeal might allow him to escape his fate. Identity and Survival In prison, Yehudah developed a new identity, one that he felt was congruent with his past actions. He describes this transformation as a defensive mechanism, saying, "I kind of just pushed it from my mind as much. Yes, it was sad. I felt a certain loss of myself... that was essentially taken away from me." He found himself grappling with anger and victimhood, feeling that the system had failed him. The Shift Towards Acceptance However, it wasn’t until he had served nearly nine years that Yehudah began to accept his reality. He reflects, "What am I sacrificing my life for?" This question catalyzed a profound shift in his mindset. By recognizing the power of his choices, he began to craft a new narrative for his life. Empowerment Through Choices Yehudah emphasizes the importance of finding agency within the confines of prison. "I found a certain empowerment by taking all the choices, all the opportunities I had for choices... that gave me so much agency," he explains. This mindset ultimately propelled him towards personal growth and self-discovery, allowing him to visualize a future beyond incarceration. The Bigger Picture Dr. Pryce also shares insights into the broader patterns he observed among fellow inmates. Many had faced significant trauma before entering prison, highlighting systemic issues that contribute to cycles of incarceration. He notes, "Up to 98% of people who are incarcerated have experienced at least one lifetime traumatic event." Reflecting on his journey, Yehudah Pryce’s story stands as a testament to the human spirit’s capacity for resilience and transformation. As he continues to share his experiences, he encourages others to recognize the power of their choices, no matter the circumstances.

  2. 31 Aug

    Maybe You Don’t Need a New Identity. Maybe You Need Yourself Back | Sarah Koussevitzky

    This week on Talk2Tamara, Tamara sits down with saxophonist and 613 Music Academy founder Sarah Koussevitzky for a conversation about what happens when the identity you’ve built your life around suddenly disappears. Sarah spent years immersed in music, performing at jazz festivals, studying jazz at the University of Texas at Austin, and building a life around being a musician. Then COVID brought that world to a halt, and somewhere along the way, Sarah stopped playing, took down her websites, deleted pieces of her musical past, and eventually stopped calling herself a musician altogether. What followed was a journey of searching. Through Judaism, community, teaching, marriage, and eventually motherhood, Sarah continued to redefine who she was. But becoming a mother brought another unexpected identity shift, forcing her to confront the parts of herself she thought belonged to an old life and decide which ones she wanted back. Sarah shares how Jewish music ultimately helped reconnect her to the part of herself she had walked away from and inspired her to create 613 Music Academy, a space that brings together her love of jazz, Jewish music, education, and community. Tamara and Sarah also talk about burnout, hustle culture, learning to listen to yourself, letting go of labels, balancing ambition with motherhood, and realizing that growth doesn’t always require becoming someone new. Sometimes, it means finding your way back to who you’ve been all along. It’s a conversation about identity, faith, motherhood, music, and learning that every version of yourself can belong in the same story.

  3. 10 Aug

    The Truth About Divorce, Stepparenting & Starting Over – Hannah Schuster

    In this episode, Tamara sits down with Hannah Schuster, a New York attorney, entrepreneur, founder of Shuster Law, and creator of Legal Bestie, for a conversation that goes far beyond the courtroom. Hannah shares how an unexpected divorce during law school, years of helping families navigate high-conflict situations, and becoming a stepmom completely transformed the way she approaches both life and law. Together, they dive into blended families, conflict resolution, co-parenting, setting healthy boundaries, and why "winning" a divorce often comes at the expense of the people who matter most. Hannah also opens up about her breast cancer diagnosis, the life-changing perspective it gave her, and the importance of prioritizing your health, relationships, and peace over perfection. Whether you're navigating divorce, blending a family, facing a personal challenge, or simply trying to create healthier relationships, this episode is filled with practical advice, heartfelt stories, and powerful reminders that your hardest seasons can become the foundation for your greatest growth. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 0K3OIBPCZZHWHONY, HS0RF6DPAEIJMPL8

  4. 27 Jul

    Rejected, Broken... Then Unstoppable with Chava Lowy

    In this powerful episode, Tamara sits down with bridal makeup artist, entrepreneur, and content creator Chava Lowy for an honest conversation about resilience, rejection, and finding purpose. After being isolated from her classmates, rejected by schools, and struggling with severe acne as a teenager, Java shares how those painful experiences shaped her confidence instead of breaking it. She opens up about building a successful makeup business at a young age, learning to trust herself, healing from childhood wounds, and why your greatest setbacks can become the foundation of your biggest success. Whether you've ever felt overlooked, misunderstood, or like you weren't enough, this episode is a reminder that your story isn't over and your hardest seasons may be preparing you for something far greater.

  5. 13 Jul

    From Controlling Wife to Empowered Woman: Esther Malka's Marriage Transformation | Talk2Tamara

    From Controlling Wife to Empowered Woman: Esther Malka's Marriage Transformation | Talk2TamaraIn this powerful episode of Talk2Tamara, host Tamara Gestetner sits down with Irina, also known as Esther Malka — a speaker, podcast host, and content creator who helps women strengthen their marriages by embracing traditional feminine values. Esther opens up about her own marriage struggles — being controlling, ungrateful, and living in "victim mode" — and how she transformed her mindset to build a happy, healthy relationship. We talk about the difference between masculine and feminine energy, why women are natural "receivers" and men are natural "givers," the danger of rejecting your husband's efforts, and how embracing femininity (not feminism) can actually empower women in marriage. This conversation is honest, controversial, and eye-opening — a must-watch for any woman who wants to understand her marriage on a deeper level. 🎙️ Follow Esther Malka: Instagram @whatyourhusbandwonttellyou.pod 🎙️ Follow Tamara Gestetner: Instagram @talk2tamara 🌐 Website: tamaragestetner.com#feminineenergy #relationshipadviceforwomen #Talk2Tamara #EstherMalka #MarriageTips #jewishpodcast #WifeGoals #healthymarriages #podcastbrasil

  6. 6 Jul

    Survival Mode Is Making You Sick — Here's How to Heal | Adina Erez Explains

    Your body never stops talking to you — the question is, are you listening? In this episode, I sit down with Adina Erez, CEO of Bleu Glove Concierge, who blends evidence-based medicine with a whole-person approach to healing. We talk about how chronic stress, grief, and "survival mode" show up in the body as real physical symptoms — from Crohn's disease and IBS to burnout and emotional eating. Adina shares the hard truths she tells patients every day: that hunger is a life force, that compassion (not perfectionism) is the real healer, and that you can't expect anyone else to be on your team if you're not on your own. We get personal — I open up about my own diagnosis with Crohn's after losing my mother, and how "the body keeps score" became more than just a phrase for me. This is a conversation about medicine, but it's also about grief, self-abandonment, and finally coming home to yourself. 🩺 In this episode: Why the same diagnosis can lead to completely different outcomes The link between grief, trauma, and autoimmune disease Why hunger is often the first thing we ignore Compassion vs. perfectionism — and why one heals and one harms Learning to be okay with not being okay "Are you on your own team?" — the question everyone needs to ask themselves 💙 About Adina Erez & Bleu Glove Concierge: Bleu Glove is redefining what healthcare can be. We bring expert medical care to patients at home, in the office, in our clinic, and virtually, while partnering with businesses and healthcare organizations to provide comprehensive corporate medicine, occupational health, medical clearances, and wellness solutions. Personalized care. Exceptional medicine. Wherever you need us. 📱 Instagram: @bleugloveconcierge 🌐 Website: Bleugloveconcierge.com 🎙️ Find Tamara: 📱 Instagram: @talk2tamara 🌐 Website & all podcast platforms: https://tamaragestetner.com/ If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations on health, healing, and being human. #TheBodyKeepsScore #GutHealth #CrohnsDisease #HolisticHealing #MentalHealthMatters #SurvivalMode #SelfCompassion #TalkToTamara #BleuGloveConcierge #EmotionalHealing #WomensHealth #Burnout #TraumaHealing #ConciergeMedicine

  7. 22 Jun

    From Alcoholic to Comedian: Chanie Lisbon’s Raw Story of Addiction, Faith & Forgiveness | Talk 2 Tamara

    Send us Fan Mail Comedian Chani Lisbon sits down with Tamara on Talk2Tamara for one of the rawest, most honest conversations yet — covering alcohol addiction, losing her faith, living with alopecia, and how she found her way back to sobriety, Hashem, and herself. Chani  opens up about taking her first drink at 15 and feeling like it was “the answer to her entire life,” becoming a functioning alcoholic in her 20s in New York, the random encounter on Kingston Avenue that led her to recovery, and the painful moments of relapse-adjacent temptation — including living with alopecia and losing her hair three times. This episode is honest, vulnerable, and unexpectedly funny. Chani shares how she rebuilt her relationship with Judaism, became a full-time Jewish comedian, moved from New York to Florida, and learned to forgive the people who hurt her most — including a moment where she looked at her abuser across a room and, for the first time, felt only love. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, faith, identity, or forgiveness — this conversation will give you hope. 🎤 Guest: Chani Lisbon — Comedian 🎙️ Host: Tamara — Talk2Tamara WHAT WE COVER: 00:00 - Hook: A really hard day before the podcast 01:00 - Intro: Meet Chani Lisbon 03:00 - Growing up, divorce, and finding alcohol at 15 08:00 - Moving to New York and becoming a functioning alcoholic 14:00 - The moment that led to getting sober 19:00 - Alopecia, pain, and choosing not to drink 22:00 - Becoming a full-time Jewish comedian 28:00 - Moving from New York to Florida 35:00 - Forgiveness, faith, and looking at her abuser with love 49:00 - Dating, marriage, and surrendering to Hashem 58:00 - Where to find Chani + closing thoughts FOLLOW TAMARA: Instagram: @talk2tamara Website: Tamaragestetner.com FOLLOW CHANIE LISBON: Instagram: @chani_lisbon Merch: “Hashem is Legit” / “Good Jewish Girl” #Talk2Tamara #ChaniLisbon #SobrietyJourney #AddictionRecovery #JewishComedian #FaithAndRecovery #AlcoholAddiction #MentalHealthPodcast #PodcastInterview #RecoveryStory #Alopecia Support the show Follow Tamara on Instagram @Talk2Tamara, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes on relationships and personal growth. Watch new episodes on Youtube and visit my website for coaching and 1:1 support.

    From Alcoholic to Comedian: Chanie Lisbon’s Raw Story of Addiction, Faith & Forgiveness | Talk 2 Tamara

  8. 18 May

    Breaking Family Trauma: How to Heal, Forgive & Rebuild After Childhood Abuse | Story | Talk2Tamara

    Send us Fan Mail This is a deeply honest conversation about breaking generational trauma,  childhood abuse, and the healing journey towards forgiveness and peace. Leah shares her powerful story of growing up in an abusive home in Melbourne,  Australia, and how she found the strength to build a completely different life  for herself and her family. We discuss: ✨ Recognizing childhood trauma and abuse ✨ Breaking generational patterns ✨ The journey toward forgiveness (without sacrificing boundaries) ✨ Why family loyalty shouldn't come at the cost of your mental health ✨ How to heal from deep pain and shame ✨ Building healthy relationships after trauma ✨ The importance of seeking help and speaking up This conversation is for anyone who has experienced family trauma, felt lost on  their healing journey, or struggled with the pressure to maintain relationships  with toxic family members. If you're carrying pain in silence, know that you're  not alone, and healing is possible. 🎙️ Hosted by Tamara Gestetner 🎤 Guest: Leah --- **IMPORTANT MESSAGE:** If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please reach out for help: - National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 - RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): 1-800-656-4673 - Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453 --- 📌 **Connect with Tamara:** Instagram: @talktotamara Website: tamaragestener.com Consultation bookings available at tamaragestener.com --- **Hashtags:** #TraumHealing #FamilyTrauma #MentalHealthAwareness #ChildhoodAbuse #Forgiveness  #GenerationalHealing #MentalWellness #SurvivalStory #PersonalGrowth #Boundaries --- ⚠️ **Trigger Warning:** This episode contains discussion of childhood abuse,  physical abuse, and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself while  listening. If you need support, reach out to a mental health professional or  the resources listed above. --- **Duration:** 1 hour 2 minutes **Content:** Educational | Self-Help | Mental Health | Personal Development Support the show Follow Tamara on Instagram @Talk2Tamara, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes on relationships and personal growth. Watch new episodes on Youtube and visit my website for coaching and 1:1 support.

    Breaking Family Trauma: How to Heal, Forgive & Rebuild After Childhood Abuse | Story | Talk2Tamara
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Hosted by therapist and coach Tamara, Talk 2 Tamara creates space for the conversations that often go unspoken. Drawing from her life as a mother, wife, and member of the Orthodox Jewish community, Tamara explores real stories, complicated questions, and the moments that shape who we are. This podcast is about naming what’s beneath the surface and making room for deeper understanding, connection, and growth — because some things deserve to be said out loud.

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  • Creator
    Tamara Gestetner
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tamara Gestetner
  • Show Website
    Talk2Tamara

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