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Authentic with Marlowe LenardFinding Your Voice: Overcoming Trauma and Empowering Women feat. Julie BarthMarlowe Lenard sits down with Julie Barth, an author and the founder of the Colin James Barth Outreach. Julie shares how she accidentally became a writer when she needed to get thoughts out of her head, and years later, decided to publish those writings. She also discusses her husband's diagnosis with stage four pancreatic cancer and raising a family of six children, including a special needs daughter and an artist! Episode 18 showcases the transformative power of storytelling in the face of adversity, resilience, and love. Julie’s first book, Notes from a Blackberry, serves as a love st...2025-06-061h 07Authentic with Marlowe LenardThe Power of Safety: How Connection and Self-Love Lead to Transformation feat. Veronica ClarkCherishing your body allows you to call safe relationships into your life. Loving yourself is an act of rebellion in a world that prioritizes logic over cultivating safe and trusting relationships with oneself, friends, and romantic partners. Finding safety is the theme of Episode 17 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard. In this episode, Marlowe introduces herself to Veronica Clark, someone she met two years ago when she had a different name and before Marlowe became a published author. Veronica Clark is a somatic experience trainer and intimacy coach who encourages people to adopt mindful approaches to their interactions w...2025-05-3058 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardAuthentic Intuition: Confessions of a Former Catholic Turned Tarot Reader with Jes WilsonIn Episode 16 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe welcomes Jessica Wilson, a business owner and hairstylist, to the podcast to discuss spirituality and tarot. Marlowe and Jes discuss the crucial role of intuition and self-awareness in navigating relationships, particularly in recognizing unhealthy patterns and fostering healthier connections. As Jes mentions, “I learned to reconnect to myself through heartbreak," and her interest in tarot grew after she was gifted a deck. One key takeaway from the podcast is the importance of trusting your intuition. Jes recounts how they had a strong sense of what was happening in their rel...2025-05-231h 14Authentic with Marlowe LenardAuthentic Spirituality: A Journey Beyond Religion feat. Michael McAdamsBeing authentic means acknowledging and accepting our beliefs, experiences, and feelings. In Episode 15 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe speaks with Michael McAdams, an author and spiritual seeker, about how to cultivate spirituality. Michael has a rich spiritual background rooted in the Pentecostal faith, which boasts a strict, literal interpretation of the Bible. As a child, despite his family's famous teachers and preachers, Michael would often question what he was reading in the Bible and how literal the descriptions of heaven and hell might be. Michael’s religious upbringing is starkly different from Marlowe’s; she was not...2025-05-091h 01Authentic with Marlowe LenardWhat Do You Want? How to Be Honest and Authentic while DatingWith infinite possibilities in dating and love, Marlowe Lenard is learning that you do not have to settle for anything less than what you deserve. Not because another love is around the corner, but because you must be honest with yourself to be honest while dating and spending time with someone else. In Episode 14 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe shares a lesson she recently learned from dating and romantic relationships. Although hurt and disappointed, Marlowe chose to walk away from a relationship where she and the other person didn't share the same goals. Marlowe r...2025-04-2515 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardThe Power of Authentic Communication: Lessons Learned from Divorce and Writing Your Truth feat. Jackie PilossophWriting through journaling or storytelling can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and healing. In Episode 13 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe welcomes Jackie Pilossoph to the podcast to discuss their personal writing journeys, divorce, and how self-publishing is an act of self-acceptance. Marlowe and Jackie share how they became inauthentic in their marriages: Jackie resented giving up her career to raise her children, and Marlowe fully embraced becoming "Marlowe the Wife" and doing everything she thought was wanted and expected of her. Jackie hosts the Divorced Girl Smiling podcast. Her motivation to podcast came fr...2025-04-1853 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardWho Are You? The Path to Authenticity and Co-CreationWe need people, anger, and energy to live authentically because everything is co-created. In this episode of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe welcomes Leo Sablin to the podcast. After meeting in Cairo, Egypt, in February 2025 at a Robert Edward Grant's Expedition traveling up the Nile, Marlowe and Leo kept in touch, and Leo shared a kundalini breathing exercise with Marlowe. An exercise that would assist with an anger Marlowe didn’t know she possessed because generally, she is a positive person in life. Anger is a theme of the episode because Leo spotted something in Marlowe she did...2025-04-111h 27Authentic with Marlowe LenardThe Power of Intentional Living: How Small Changes Lead to Big TransformationsEmbracing intentionality will transform your life and help you cultuvate authenticity in your life. Marlowe Lenard welcomes Kat Artemis, a wayshower and author, to discuss how Kat created a life she loves once she aligned her actions with her intentions. Kat shares her experiences with depression and anxiety, which often stemmed from a lack of authenticity. There was a pivotal moment in Kat's life when she realized she was tired of pretending to be happy while feeling miserable inside. Deciding to choose herself led Kat to reject everything that no longer served her and be led by...2025-04-041h 21Authentic with Marlowe LenardFinding Freedom by Breaking Patterns: How Childhood Shapes Our Adult RelationshipsRelationships often reflect our past experiences, particularly childhood experiences. In Episode 10 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Shelly, a close friend of Marlowe, shares her journey of self-awareness and the complexities of relationships. Though unique, her experiences can shed light on our relationship dynamics. Warning: This episode includes discussions about mental health, alcohol consumption, and addiction. The intention is not to promote such actions or to offend but to provide information. Proceed with listening if you are comfortable with potentially sensitive topics. The central theme of the episode is course correction. Marlowe and Shelly share examples o...2025-03-1445 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardThe Magic of Reconnection: Exploring Love, Friendship, and Personal GrowthPulling a tarot card might be the best way to prepare for a podcast recording. In Episode 9 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, we are introduced to Marlowe's childhood friend Michelle, lovingly called Shelly. As former schoolmates and Gemini Sun signs, Marlowe and Shelly bond over their ability to feel people's energy and reminisce about how their connection has evolved. "She sees me for me," Marlowe shares as she explains her friendship with Shelly. Marlowe refers to their relationship's persistent sense of comfort and understanding. Whether they speak every day or every five years, Marlowe and Shelly can s...2025-03-0736 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardAuthentic Interactions: Responding to Listener Questions about Love and OptimismAre you a hopeless romantic? How do you rebuild optimism after divorce? Did you consider divorce an option when you were married? How does divorce impact your friendships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, this episode is for you! In Episode 8 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe engages in a rapid-fire Q&A session. While responding to five questions, Marlowe reflects on marriage, dating, love, relationships, and authenticity. Contrary to what one might expect, Marlowe describes her optimism as a guiding force rather than a casualty of her marriage's end. Marlowe show...2025-02-2809 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardFinding Love After Divorce: Lessons about Dating Apps and SerendipityFinding love after divorce is not easy, but it is often hilarious. Marlowe Lenard explains why she joined dating apps, why she left dating apps, a surprise matchmaking session, and how finding love after divorce is teaching Marlowe a new meaning of self-love. After a painful divorce, Marlowe spent years diving into her new routine and interests and, eventually, was ready to date. Marlowe didn't anticipate her new dating life impacting every relationship around her: deepening her friendship with her ex-husband and pulling her female friendships closer, as she spent hours with friends laughing at the awful s...2025-02-2140 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardDecide to Lead with Vulnerability feat. Laura KhanMarlowe Leonard welcomes Laura Khan, Social Alchemist, Energy Coach, and Cosmic Mother, to share the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability in relationships. Laura recounts how their friendship blossomed through social media, where after working around each other for years, they could express their true selves and desire to get to know each other better. Intentionally sharing their passions and interests on social media allowed Marlowe and Laura to connect deeper and inspired Laura to invite Marlowe to attend her fortieth birthday party in Arizona. Authenticity and vulnerability are key themes in Marlowe and Laura’s f...2025-02-071h 15
Authentic with Marlowe LenardAuthentic Reflections and a Century of Experience: Advice from My GrandparentsMarlowe Lenard sits down with her remarkable grandparents, who bring a century of wisdom and experience about life, finances, and the joy of being alive. At 100 and 95 years old, her grandfather and grandmother share their reflections on life, marriage, parenting, and relationships from the comfort of their kitchen table—a favorite place for Marlowe to interact and learn from her grandparents. From the outset, Marlowe's grandparents established a foundation built on shared values, particularly regarding financial management. They consciously decided to save 10% of their income from the very beginning of their marriage, a practice influenced by Pappy's fru...2025-01-3034 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardThe Value of Self-Awareness and Personal Choices: Wisdom from My GrandparentsMarlowe Lenard welcomes her grandparents, Nanny and Pappy, to discuss authenticity and what it means to be self-aware. At 100 and 95 years old, respectively, this episode of Authentic is a thought-provoking conversation about the necessity of prioritizing oneself to create a fulfilling life. They emphasize that happiness comes from within and the value of giving yourself what you seek in the external world. Happiness starts at home and YOU are home. The discussion also touches on the significance of continuous learning and self-awareness, highlighting how our brains absorb information that shapes our understanding of authenticity. Join us for...2025-01-2354 minAuthentic with Marlowe LenardThe Power of Perspective: How to Create Intentional ConnectionsMarlowe Leonard reflects on the beauty of life and the power of individual perspective. Marlowe expresses gratitude for the heartfelt feedback from listeners of all ages, highlighting the connections formed through shared experiences. She emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in shaping our relationships and how our perceptions can mirror our self-view. This solo episode offers encouragement to find and spread the beauty in everyday life. Marlowe discusses the multifaceted nature of relationships and their varying purposes throughout our lives. One of the key insights she shares is that the end of a relationship...2025-01-1628 min
Authentic with Marlowe LenardWe Listen and We Don’t Judge: Navigating Authenticity After Divorce2025-01-091h 02
Authentic with Marlowe LenardWhat's in a Name? My Journey to Authenticity feat. Marlowe LenardMarlowe Lenard welcomes you to redefine authenticity for yourself. In this episode of "Authentic with Marlowe Leonard,” host Marlowe explains why she changed her name, introduces herself to the world, and emphasizes that authenticity requires bravery and the willingness to stand firm in your truth, regardless of external pressures or societal expectations. Marlowe discusses the importance of having the courage to acknowledge when the outside world does not reflect your inner reality. This recognition is the first step toward authenticity and involves deep introspection, where one must confront uncomfortable truths about themselves and their circumstances. Marlowe shares he...2025-01-0226 min
Authentic with Marlowe LenardEmbracing Authenticity in 2025 with Marlowe LenardWelcome to Authentic with Marlowe Lenard. The podcast is dedicated to providing listeners with a refreshing perspective on life, emphasizing the importance of authentic conversations. At its core, the podcast aims to explore themes of vulnerability, love, and transformation—integral aspects of the human experience. A Refreshing Perspective on Life Marlowe’s sense of curiosity sets the tone for the podcast, inviting listeners to embrace new beginnings and the opportunities they bring. By framing life as a journey filled with possibilities, the podcast encourages individuals to view their experiences through a lens of hope and pote...2024-12-3103 min