Truth Tastes Funny with Hersh Rephun

How do we stay sane, survive, and thrive in today’s world? On the Truth Tastes Funny podcast, writer/comedian Hersh Rephun explores the absurdity of life’s challenges, while engaging with experts who’ve dedicated themselves to finding serious solutions.

TRUTH TASTES FUNNY is inspired by Hersh's personal development journey through Peak Performance, Meditation, and Quantum Consciousness, and is a companion podcast to YES, BRAND, which focuses on the Personal aspect of Personal Branding.

What links these two shows is the fact that no matter the role your play in life or business, or the absurdity of the situation in which you find yourself, you must EMBRACE THE TRUTH in order to SELL THE TRUTH!

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Embracing Discomfort: Debra Stone on Global Per...
In the wake of a heated and emotional US election cycle, Hersh sits down with international executive Debra Stone to talk through the business and personal cultures at play, from America to Europe and beyond. The Founder & Managing Partner of Prism Coaching, Debra holds a master’s in business management from Boston University. After more than a decade in the US service sector industry, working for publicly traded companies (Verizon), she pursued a career in executive leadership for international organizations in the Europe and MEA region. Debra held senior leadership roles in the commercial launch of large-scale mobile telecom companies (France Telecom, Orange, BellSouth) across multiple countries, grew businesses into customer-focused enterprises, and helped scale multi-international startups.
33 min
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Navigating College Costs: Brad Baldridge on Pla...
Does the phrase SAVE FOR COLLEGE overwhelm you??? Today Hersh is joined by Brad Baldridge, one of the nation’s leading college financial planning experts. Brad teaches families the best ways to plan, save and pay for college so they can make their children’s college dreams come true without wiping out their finances or their retirement.
35 min
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Rebecca Norrington on Words, Worry, & Rethinkin...
C'MON GET HAPPY! Rebecca L. Norrington is a Happiness Specialist & Inner Peace Practitioner. She's a student of the Universe and Its Laws. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and decades of education and training on topics ranging from Spirituality to Human Behavior. Rebecca's professional journey includes: Speaker, Author, Podcaster, Workshop/Retreat Facilitator, Fitness Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, retired Legal Secretary, and Mother. Rebecca’s latest book, "Programmed for Unhappiness," can be found on Amazon. She's also the author of "RealitySpirituality: The Truth About Happiness."
27 min
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The Complete Man: Purdeep Sangha on Masculinity...
Much is made of men and women struggling to understand one another. But first, we must understand ourselves. In this episode, Hersh Rephun engages with Purdeep Sangha to explore the multifaceted concept of "the complete man." The discussion weaves together science, spirituality, and research to address men's performance and societal challenges, contrasting the experiences of men and women. Purdeep shares his professional journey and the struggles men face with emotional expression and self-awareness.
29 min
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Overcoming Procrastination: Patrick Sanaghan's ...
WHAT SHOULD YOU BE DOING RIGHT NOW??? Hersh Rephun sits down with Patrick Sanaghan to delve into the nuances of procrastination and explore strategies to combat it. Patrick discusses his book and its structured approach to tackling this common issue. They examine the detrimental effects of procrastination on work, health, and career, while offering practical strategies such as breaking tasks into manageable chunks and setting daily goals. Patrick shares insights on leveraging technology and meditation to enhance productivity. The episode also introduces the concept of temptation bundling and reflects on Mark Twain's advice for task management, providing listeners with valuable tools for overcoming procrastination.
29 min
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Optimizing Health Across Generations: Insights ...
Julian Hayes II is the founder of Executive Health, a boutique executive wellness consultancy with the mission of helping CEOs, entrepreneurs, and companies operate with world-class health and human performance and gain a competitive edge in today's dynamic business environment.
31 min
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Embracing Challenges and Compassion: Brandon Da...
Brandon Davis is the young CEO of Interval, a virtual AI receptionist for automotive businesses. Brandon also operates Get Over Yourself LLC, a podcast platform dedicated to helping young adults obliterate self-limitations and grow outside their comfort zone in business and life.
26 min
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From Acting to Caregiving: Mark Steven Porro's ...
Mark is an award-winning designer, writer, director, and now a best-selling, award-winning author. He has written lots of jokes, several screenplays, and one award-winning short film. A Cup of Tea on the Commode—a sad, sweet, and funny debut memoir—chronicles his multitasking adventures of filling his mother’s last years with love, laughter, and joy. Though not always successful, he came pretty damn close. OH - and he lives in the South of France, one of Hersh's favorite spots in the world. So, a chat like this was inevitable!
33 min
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What's Your Mental Wellness 'Rootine'? Smart He...
Rachel Soper Sanders is a founder, innovator, and health and wellness expert committed to helping women 30+ achieve vibrant health with practical advice. She is the CEO and co-founder of Rootine, a brand offering science-backed supplements and at-home lab testing. Rachel also hosts the Smart Health podcast, interviewing experts to share top wellness strategies. With a growing audience of 61,000 on social media and her weekly newsletter, Glow & Elevate, she offers simple tips to improve cortisol, stress, weight, sleep, and focus.
24 min
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Building Hope and Humanity: Robert Munger on Ex...
Robert Munger joins Hersh to discuss his creation of Exodus Place, Michigan's largest non-government transitional housing facility. He delves into the organization's spirit, growth, and data-driven success rates. The conversation spans topics like social safety nets, funding challenges, and future expansion plans for Exodus Place.
29 min
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A Renaissance Woman and Medium by Choice: Eliza...
Elizabeth Fried is a Retired Executive Coach, turned Actor and Medium. Unlike those who "see dead people" or are merely popular with spirits, Elizabeth chose to train as a medium. After multiple courses and considerable practice, she discovered her "reading accuracy" was consistently between 70 and 100%. Her greatest joy is delivering uplifting and healing messages from departed loved ones. Recently she found her skill extends to animals as well, and she provides heavenly messages from your beloved pets–they have souls too! And all the proceeds go to her philanthropic efforts!
44 min
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Overcoming Speech Delays with Creativity, Compa...
Welcome to our 100th Episode! Truth Tastes Funny launched with the goal of inspiring us with tips for surviving and thriving in a chaotic world. Hersh's interview with author Carol LaBov is the perfect episode for this milestone. She was inspired to write this children's book, "The Cave Boy Who Would Be President," by her grandson, Cooper. The book captures how Cooper and his family work together to overcome a speech disability. Many will recognize themselves or family members in the role of loving acceptance that it takes to overcome obstacles of all kinds in their lives.
25 min
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Determined to Serve: from Trauma to Telemedicin...
Hersh sits down for a one on one with Dr. Luissa Kiprono, CEO, physician and high-risk pregnancy specialist, and USAF veteran. Dr. Luissa is also an inspiring speaker, bestselling author of "Push, then Breathe," thought leader, and women’s advocate. Above all, she is a mother, wife, daughter, and “Ironhuman”. Let’s dig deeper, shall we?
40 min
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Overcoming Trauma and Anxiety: EMDR, Coping Ski...
Jamie Vollmoeller is a clinical therapist, radio show host, and mom with ADHD. On a mission to remind moms and parents that "you are good enough," Jamie has worked extensively with individuals who are experiencing emotional triggers, irritability, low self-esteem, and feeling disconnected from themselves and those around them.
45 min
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Embracing Self-Love, Body Positivity, and Overc...
Hersh sits down with Dr. Joy Bracey, a licensed professional counselor with a Doctor of Education in Executive Leadership. She teaches self-love, self-healing, and self-awareness online, in workshops & retreats, and as a coach, speaker, and professor. She created the podcast, "The Easy Weigh Out" because she decided to tackle her obesity once and for all, by exploring the emotional and medical undercurrents of obesity and weight loss.
37 min
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Balancing Business Success with Health Limitati...
Simone Giangiordano, creator of BalanceUP® Community, is a business and lifestyle coach with nearly two decades experience as a business analyst and consultant and 15 years of entrepreneurial experience.
27 min
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Leaving Nothing Left Unsaid, with Adam Zuckerman
In this episode of Truth Tastes Funny, Hersh welcomes Adam Zuckerman, co-creator of the card games One More Story and Nothing Left Unsaid. Zuckerman discusses the design and purpose behind these games, which facilitate end-of-life conversations among loved ones. They also delve into Zuckerman's initiative, Buried in Work, which offers resources to simplify estate planning and address the complexities of end-of-life transitions.
30 min
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Transforming Subconscious Behaviors and Finding...
Victoria Rader, Ph.D. Possibility Coach™, transformational speaker and founder of YU2SHINE empowers coaches, entrepreneurs, and spiritual seekers to manifest miracles by uncovering and solving underlying hidden problems and patterns with innovative possibilities, reigniting PASSION and expanding PEACE, PURPOSE, and PROSPERITY.
29 min
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Embracing Body Positivity and Redefining Fitnes...
Rachel Lavin is a Published author of The Doughnut Diaries, Professional Speaker, Body Love Coach, Certified Health Coach, Certified Personal Trainer. She grew up in Northern California and has lived in Hawaii, Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon and New York City. She currently lives in Greenville, South Carolina with her partner.
32 min
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Navigating Career Shifts and Personal Growth wi...
Emily Guerra is a Productivity Life Coach and the creator of The Productivity Flow. Her mission is to empower self-employed women to overcome mindset barriers so they can effectively boost their productivity and reach their fullest potential.
27 min
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Holly Bertone on Comebacks and Taking Responsib...
Holly Bertone is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Motivational Speaker, #1 Amazon bestselling author, and Host of Your Comeback Story Podcast.
29 min
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Redefining Success and Mindset Transformation w...
Carlo Taormina shares his journey of overcoming clinical depression and suicidal ideation. From his background in personal training and life coaching to a pivotal "hell week" and a life-changing "depression intervention" road trip initiated by his brother, Carlo delves into redefining success and the importance of mindset transformation.
28 min
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Surviving and Thriving, Effortlessly, with Erin...
Erin Andrea Craske is a fantastic double-brainer, who simultaneously blends strategy and humanity," said Hersh after interviewing this award-winning strategist with a 20-year career, culminating as Global Head of Consumer Brands. With expertise in strategic development, profitability, leadership, and communication, Erin's an ICF-certified business and leadership success coach. Leveraging 16 years of leadership, she empowers impact-driven businesses to succeed on their terms and build a profitable business while amplifying a ripple effect of goodness.
30 min
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Modern Cupping, WellCare Shifts, and Health Tip...
Some call it "Grandma's Medicine," because of its simplicity. But Hersh does a deep dive with Dr. Tom Ingegno, DACM, LAC, the best-selling author of "The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing". Dr. Tom owns and operates Charm City Integrative Health, a multifaceted clinic NYT bestseller and futurist David Houle called the "Future of Medicine." His clinic provides a multidimensional approach to reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and regulating the immune system to help people thrive.
31 min
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Vicki Paris Goodman on Navigating Loss, Embraci...
Vicki Paris Goodman lost the love of her life, her husband Sam, to cancer in 2019. While navigating her profound grief, she was astonished when the life-changing event unexpectedly opened up a world of possibilities, filling her with gratitude and optimism. Sheer inspiration motivated her to write To Sam, With Love: A Surviving Spouse’s Story of Inspired Grief in the hope others might benefit from her experience.
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