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158. Recovery Advocate Ed Tilton
The Moose is Loose Episode 158 of The Path to Authenticity features recovery advocate Ed Tilton. Ed is the director of operations at the Begin Again Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, a program for me with intimacy disorders. He has developed several other community programs, working with young people and families...
157. Recovery Coach & Advocate Ezra Bates
A Lot of Pressure Episode 157 feature a conversation with Ezra Bates, a recovery advocate and coach living and working in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With host Tom Gentry, Ezra discusses manhood, recovery, and the intersection between the two. This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse. Enjoy. -tg January...
Welcome to 20 Questions
I'm Tom Gentry. I'm a writer. I launched my first podcast in 2019. And, for over 20 years, I've helped families struggling with addiction and related issues. I'm all about helping people reconnect with themselves and connect with others. I've spoken to men and women from many walks of life, with the aim of...
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A Podcast for People Who Want More from Life
The Path to Authenticity starts from the assertion that we wrest our true power from our individuality.
Real conversations with real people.
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.
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The Passing of Robert Bly
In 2006, I attended a men’s conference, representing a small facility for recovering men I helped create. At the time, the place was still relatively new. We had a booth, and I spent nearly the entire time manning it to promote our little program. Meanwhile, Robert...
The Passing of Robert Bly
In 2006, I attended a men’s conference, representing a small facility for recovering men I helped create. At the time, the place was still relatively new. We had a booth, and I spent nearly the entire time manning it to promote our little program. Meanwhile, Robert Bly was the keynote speaker. Because he was scheduled to do a book signing one afternoon, I bought a copy of “Iron John,” having no idea what impact it...
An Autobiography in 2,200 Characters
Originally published as an Instagram post. See @offmutewithmel. I once heard someone say, “when it comes to love, if you don’t show it, it doesn’t count.” That expression resonated with me and the sentiment informs my approach to life. I grew up in a factory town with a lot of bars. When it came time for me to transition into manhood, I had no sense of purpose. I felt lost; stuck. I had no sense of meaning. As a child, I wanted to feel more connected to the men who were important to me. It was logical for that little boy to conclude drinking was the way to strengthen those bonds. My...
An Autobiography in 2,200 Characters
Originally published as an Instagram post. See @offmutewithmel. I once heard someone say, “when it comes to love, if you don’t show it, it doesn’t count.” That expression resonated with me and the sentiment informs my approach to life. I grew up in a factory town with...
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