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Stories We Haven't SharedSeason 1 Wrap-Up with Mary Tess Rooney: The Human Side of Working While Marginalized, the Power of Allyship - and 4 Takeaways to Show Up Fully in Your SuccessIn this Season One wrap-up, Shanti Joy Gold (she/her) is joined once again by co-host Mary Tess Rooney (she/her). Together, we revisit the podcast’s founding intention: to create a campfire space and community where underrepresented people feel seen and more powerful as we navigate layered career paths - and invite allies to learn, listen and lead alongside us. We reflect on the stories that took our breath away - including moments of shocking injustice, quiet fear and powerful transformation. We explore the strategies we use to stay safe, the toll of hiding - and the eventual re...2025-07-1043 min
Stories We Haven't SharedAaron Abreu on Coming Out, Cultural Values and Career Resilience: The Leadership Journey of a Filipino, Gay, Pastor's SonIn this episode, Shanti sits down with Aaron Abreu (he/him), a Filipino gay man and pastor’s son, for an honest conversation about identity, resilience and navigating career success on your own terms. Aaron shares the emotionally complex experience of coming out in a deeply religious household, the cultural shifts he faced after immigrating to the U.S., and how those events shaped his career path. He openly discusses the power and complexity of Filipino values like community, humility, and resilience — and the ways in which they both lifted and limited him professionally. Aaron speaks about emotional intelligence and...2025-06-2640 min
Stories We Haven't SharedLisa Hurley Creates Spaces to Exhale: A Black, Neurodivergent Woman’s Path from Burnout to BreakthroughIn this episode, Shanti welcomes Lisa Hurley (she/her), a Black, Caribbean-born woman in her mid-50s with autism and ADHD — who shares her journey as an award-winning activist, writer, podcaster and community builder. Lisa powerfully describes a shocking discriminatory incident on a bus that reveals not only the harm of overt racism, but also the quieter betrayals of silence, gaslighting and complicity. She offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in workplaces that are rarely designed with them in mind, leaving them feeling uncomfortable and isolated. Lisa shares how the compounded stresses of racism, neurodivergence an...2025-06-1245 min
Stories We Haven't SharedMore Wisdom from Rondavid Gold (aka Shanti’s Dad): A Grateful Ad Man’s Journey and How Vietnam Changed EverythingIn this episode, Shanti welcomes back her Dad, Rondavid Gold (he/him), as her first repeat guest. The conversation delves into new stories and layers, including the chaotic promotional advertising event that could have derailed his career (but didn’t), the engagement he walked away from (and the draft notice that followed), his struggles as a new Army recruit - and how near-death experiences in Vietnam shifted his entire worldview. These stories highlight Rondavid’s evolution from a self-centered, hotshot, young ad guy/musician to a fatalist with a deep appreciation for life. He discusses the impact of gratitude, how...2025-05-2945 min
Stories We Haven't SharedQueering Leadership with Liz Cruz: Accessing Our Humanity and Disrupting the Status QuoIn this episode, Shanti interviews Liz Cruz (they/them/she/her), a genderqueer, femme, healer, witch, white anti-racist and critic of capitalism. Liz talks about factors that played into her career, including her relentless work ethic - rooted in growing up in an entrepreneurial family - as well as the divide between her vibrant queer community life and the more constrained corporate spaces, where she never felt fully seen. She then confronts a tumultuous period that pushes her to her limits and leads her to step away from corporate and toward her dream of being a queer leadership coach...2025-05-1545 min
Stories We Haven't SharedLeila Sawan’s Remarkable Journey as a Trans Arab Refugee - and Her Dedication to Making the Path Easier for OthersIn this conversation, Shanti interviews Leila Sawan (she/her), a trans Arab refugee and activist. Despite being highly qualified, Leila was repeatedly passed over for roles early in her career due to her intersectionality - leading her to take exploitative jobs simply to survive. She reveals the struggles trans individuals face in some countries to obtain medical resources needed to transition. She also highlights the insensitivity many trans employees face in the workplace. Determined to help others avoid the same hardships, Leila immerses in grassroots activism and perseveres in her career. She earns a role as Executive Director of t...2025-05-0135 min
Stories We Haven't SharedSharon Hurley Hall: a Black Citizen of the World Shares Insights on Anti-Racism and Honoring the Humanity in OthersIn this episode, Sharon Hurley Hall (she/her) - a Black, British-born, Caribbean-Raised woman - shares stories about her own experiences with racism living in different parts of the world. She discusses her journey over time to unpack the hurt and find the words to speak about it with power and impact. Sharon chooses to not allow anger and pain to define her - and refuses to inflict the same pain on others. Instead, she journeys towards purpose-driven work, empowering others through learning experiences anchored in awareness and action. The conversation highlights examples of workplace discrimination, as Sharon offers...2025-04-1740 min
安然空間EP142 《不是目標導向，而是靈魂引導 : 走進深度陪伴的人生教練之旅》你是否認為，人生要突破，就得改變自己呢?
設更多目標、學更多知識、變得更積極、更成功。
但你是否也曾感覺過，越是「想改變」，內心卻越是疲憊、混亂、甚至迷失？
有時候，真正需要的，不是再努力一點，而是——
被深深地理解。
這集廣播，我想邀請你走進「人生教練」的世界，
不是要你追求完美的目標、不是要你擠出更多動力，
而是陪你慢慢往內在叩問：
你現在的困住，是來自哪裡？
你的情緒，其實想說些什麼？
我是Shanti，一位經驗豐富的人生教練 x 舞動靜心導師
在我的教學引導方式中，融合身體心理學、正念引導與禪修的靜定品質，
藉由深度的聆聽與同在，陪你打開那些你可能已經遺忘的自己。
當你真的被看見、被聽見、被理解，
生命會自己走向它想成為的方向。
聽這集內容、為你的心點一盞燈。
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🙋思慮太多而有失眠問題，希望能放鬆神經系統好入眠、練習與身體連結，並與豐盛意識對頻
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🙋想解開內在的匱乏感，從解鎖金錢信念、調整負面情緒、到落地的整理財務&簡單致富的全套系統
👉請學習 《8週培養由內而外的富裕體質》線上課
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🙋想獲得客製化一對一服務，幫助你突破現有生命挑戰（例如：人生迷惘、情緒低潮、關係阻礙、人我界線模糊等等卡關），協助你實踐並活出生命的自由喜悅、進入豐盛順流的狀態，顯化富足和諧的人生
👉申請與Shanti 的《一對一教練陪伴》，開啟合作的方式如下：
［首次教練體驗］：這裡體驗。
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Hosting provided by SoundOn 2025-04-0725 min
The Infinite LifeTime Travelling to BookTok Fame: Shanti HershensonSend us a textTime Travelling to BookTok Fame: Shanti HershensonIn this episode of 'The Infinite Life with Katische Haberfield,' the host delves into the fascinating journey of Shanti Hershenson, a young and prolific author who published her first novellas in the sixth grade. Shanti shares insights into her writing process, her inspirations, and her advocacy against bullying through her work. She also discusses the challenges and benefits of self-publishing, finding an editor, and designing book covers. Apart from writing, Shanti reveals her passion for falconry, her experiences with TikTok for marketing her...2025-04-0447 min
Stories We Haven't SharedFilmmaker / Activist Nick Beaulieu Finds Hope and Beauty in the Difficult Search for Racial and Political Common Ground In this conversation, filmmaker Nick Beaulieu (he/him) discusses his documentary “My Omaha,” and his decade-plus journey to understand the “tale of two cities” - the clear racial inequity he sees in Omaha versus a city presenting itself as a great place to live. The discussion centers around mounting frictions in Nick’s relationship with his father - with his Dad’s pro-Trump conservatism standing in direct opposition to Nick’s ever-deepening racial justice work. Nick’s Dad’s cancer diagnosis brings them back together to have difficult, honest, face-to-face conversations - ultimately allowing them to access empathy and find some common gr...2025-04-0340 min
Stories We Haven't SharedAn Asian Immigrant’s Journey: Sandy Kusano Joyfully Reclaims Her Story, Trading Her Dream Job For Her Dream LifeIn this conversation, Sandy Kusano (she/her) shares her journey as an Asian immigrant and third-culture kid. Sandy discusses the challenges of assimilation and navigating conflicting East/West cultural expectations. She shares how her efforts to fit and feel safe in various contexts - whether at home, work, or in social settings - lead her to unconsciously downplay her Japanese/Korean identity. As an outsider, she is taught to keep her head down and work extra hard in order to prove her worth. She reflects on how this constant striving and balancing of two identities ultimately leads to exhaustion...2025-03-2042 min
Stories We Haven't SharedIndigo Avisov’s Roadmap to Impact: Building Self-Trust, Celebrating Small Steps and Creating CourageouslyIn this episode, Shanti sits down with Indigo Avisov (they/them) - a white, trans, non-binary, first-generation college student of Slavic lineage whose family came to the US after being in POW camps during WWII. Indigo shares personal stories about the ways in which the cross-section of influences in their life shape their deep spirituality and understanding of self. They highlight the powerful role of kindness, joy, and love as exemplified by their grandmother - even in the face of deep hardships. Indigo shares takeaways about the importance of self-trust, taking baby steps and leaning into creativity to support...2025-03-0637 min
Stories We Haven't SharedRondavid Gold (aka Shanti’s Dad) Returns from Vietnam With an Unshakable Belief in Fate - A Story of Optimism, Presence and GratitudeIn this episode, Shanti gratefully chats with her Dad, Rondavid Gold (he/him). Their conversation centers around multiple stories during his time on active duty in the Vietnam War that took unexpected twists - and ultimately saved his life. These experiences shaped Rondavid’s understanding that fate plays a powerful role and determines our path. This fatalism - coupled with optimism - freed him to accept what life had in store, let go of control of outcomes, take risks, be present in the moment, do his best - and enjoy the ride. He shares tales and lessons from his ca...2025-02-2044 min
Stories We Haven't SharedNatalia Sandor Steps Up to the Mic: A Gen Z Perspective on Coming Out, Connection and ImpactIn this episode, Shanti welcomes her friend Natalia Sandor (she/her) - a white, cisgender woman and the first Gen Z podcast guest. Natalia speaks candidly about her coming out story and the reasons she is ready to share it more publicly now. Shanti and Natalia explore their generational differences and the ways in which they impacted - and didn’t impact - their coming out experiences. The discussion highlights the challenges many marginalized individuals face at work, including the pressure to conceal aspects of their identity for fear of judgment or rejection. Natalia explores the difficulty of separating he...2025-02-0638 min
安然空間EP136 《兩個方法走出情緒黑洞 | 這5種錯誤要避免 | 附引導練習》如何走出情緒黑洞?
這集跟你分享兩個幫助你真正轉化情緒的方法
也藉由Shanti這幾年的教練教學經驗，整理出5種錯誤面對情緒的方式以及1個大誤解
提醒你切勿再使用錯誤的方式來面對自己的情緒低潮囉!
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*如果你希望透過Shanti來協助你活出生命的自由、穩定與喜悅，可參考以下的服務/課程：
📍思慮太多而有失眠問題，希望能放鬆神經系統好入眠、練習與身體連結，並與豐盛意識對頻
👉 請參加一月一次的《正念舒眠x舞動靜心x豐盛調頻》工作坊
.
📍想解開內在的匱乏感，從解鎖金錢信念、調整負面情緒、到落地的整理財務&簡單致富的全套系統
👉請學習 《8週培養由內而外的富裕體質》線上課
📍想獲得客製化一對一服務，幫助你突破現有生命挑戰（例如：人生迷惘、情緒低潮、關係阻礙、人我界線模糊等等卡關），協助你實踐並活出生命的自由喜悅、進入豐盛順流的狀態，顯化富足和諧的人生
👉申請與Shanti 的《一對一教練陪伴》，開啟合作的方式如下：
A. ［首次教練體驗］：
給目前有當務之急想處理某一議題、但還不確定是否想進行中長期教練陪伴的朋友。
提供首次教練優惠機會，這裡體驗。
B. ［一對一免費諮詢］：
是給想了解中長期教練陪伴計畫的朋友而設立，在諮詢過程中會了解你是否適合與我一起合作，也會詳細介紹合作細節、方式，與價格。
現僅接受候補，若有需求請這裡申請預約。
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Hosting provided by SoundOn 2025-01-3128 min
Stories We Haven't SharedBill Carmody Shines Light on Being the Proud Father of a Trans Kid, Fierce Ally and Believer in EnoughnessIn this episode, Shanti interviews Bill Carmody (he/him), a cisgender, heterosexual, white man of privilege and proud father of trans daughter, Violet. Bill discusses the story of Violet coming out as transgender, sharing tender moments and highlighting the importance of unconditional love, patience and grace for everyone involved. Bill explains the powerful impact of Positive Intelligence® / mental fitness - and the access it offers to clear-headedness, calm, curiosity and empathy even in the face of stressful situations. He speaks about his allyship journey, including recognizing his own privilege, amplifying marginalized voices and doing the work it t...2025-01-2341 min
Whole Energy Body Balance Podcast with The Healing VetUncovering the Unseen: Holistic Care for Indoor Cats with Shanti ZinziJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Shanti Zinzi, a holistic feline behavior therapist, as we uncover the often-overlooked world of indoor cats. Shanti brings a wealth of experience from veterinary practices, animal shelters, and wildlife, challenging traditional paradigms in animal care to embrace a more holistic approach. Together, we explore the historical neglect of feline health compared to dogs and delve into the disparities in veterinary visits and societal preferences that have shaped pet care over the decades.Ever wondered about the unseen dangers lurking in your home? We discuss the startling levels of indoor pollutants...2025-01-2051 min
Stories We Haven't SharedWhat it Feels Like to Hide and Discovering Strength in Vulnerability with Shanti Joy Gold and Mary Tess RooneyIn today’s episode, host Mary Tess Rooney (she/her) turns the tables and interviews Shanti Joy Gold (she/her). Shanti shares more about her journey, including the early days of her relationship working at the same company with her now-wife - before there were societal shifts in LGBTQ+ acceptance. She discusses the tightrope of balancing her personal and professional life while experiencing the exhaustion and isolation of hiding her relationship in order to maintain a sense of professional safety. Mary Tess and Shanti also reflect on the first 10 episodes of the podcast, discussing key moments from the wide-ranging an...2025-01-0943 min
Stories We Haven't SharedRuth Rathblott Unhides Her Physical Disability, Opening a Path to Connection and PurposeIn this episode, Ruth Rathblott (she/her) shares her story of finding the courage to reveal her limb difference after the exhaustion and loneliness of hiding it for 25 years. She reveals the deep relief that comes from vulnerably letting others in, embracing her true self - and experiencing the power of connection and community. She also emerges with a mission to help leaders transform cultures so their employees can unhide, thrive and belong. Ruth offers practical steps to catch the ways in which we each may be building walls in an attempt to fit in and avoid judgment...2024-12-1244 min
Sales SeekersBeing True to Yourself as a Seller with Shanti Joy GoldIn this last episode of Season 1 of Sales Seekers, Mike Bird talks with Shanti Joy Gold about her journey in B2B tech sales, the importance of authenticity, and what it takes to succeed in sales. Shanti shares insights on genuine connections, overcoming resistance, and embracing change.Learn more about Shanti's workTune into her podcast: Stories We Haven't SharedConnect with Shanti on LinkedInConnect with Mike on LinkedInSubscribe to Mike's weekly emails for salespeople---
(00:00) - Intro
(01:49) - If you really know Shanti...
(02:58) - Shanti's journey into sales
(06:28) - Sales DNA: what it takes to succeed in...2024-12-0928 min
Stories We Haven't SharedLiving Intentionally and Creating Safe Spaces: How Justin Ayars is Transforming Healthcare for the LGBTQ+ CommunityIn this episode, Justin Ayars (he/him), shares his journey to starting equalityMD, an LGBTQ+ telehealth platform that enables marginalized patients to enjoy affordable, affirming care in safe digital spaces - and become the superheroes of their own healthcare stories. Justin - a white, cisgender, gay man - has a story that starts in a showbiz family as the godson of Liberace...and gets more interesting from there. His eclectic professional journey brings him to an intersection of LGBTQ+ circles, where he consistently hears the question: “Where can I find a doctor who makes me feel safe?” Justin goes on to...2024-11-2834 min
Stories We Haven't SharedAmy Bobchek’s Road to Allyship, Deep Curiosity and Discovering Her Inner Rock StarIn this episode, Amy Bobchek (she/her) joins the campfire in allyship with her friend, Shanti, and with “a whole bunch of people I've never met…I just want everybody to have a good [life]." Through the lens of a cisgender, white, heterosexual woman, Amy explores the meaning of allyship and its impact. She shares personal stories that illuminate the isolation some people face in the workplace due to their identity and the importance of proactively stepping in to support them when needed. She discusses how crucial it is to create environments where people can show up fully as them...2024-11-1435 min
Stories We Haven't SharedBreaking Down Walls and Welcoming the Sunshine with Farrah Hudson-BrownIn this episode, Farrah Hudson-Brown (she/her) discusses her career as a Black, heterosexual, cisgender woman in the predominantly white, male-dominated sales industry. She recounts a time when she worked on a sales team led by Shanti - and a memorable 1:1 meeting during which Shanti challenged Farrah to examine an observed pattern of shifting from openness to defensiveness. Farrah’s introspection following this conversation uncovered an awareness of fears related to her racial identity and feeling “different” in corporate settings, which led her to adopt a likable, team-player persona in order to feel safe. Frustration and resentment followed. Farah ultimat...2024-10-3133 min
Stories We Haven't SharedFrom Corporate to Campfire: The Inspiration for Stories We Haven’t Shared with Shanti Joy Gold and Mary Tess RooneyIn the debut episode of Stories We Haven't Shared, Shanti Joy Gold (she/her) is interviewed by Mary Tess Rooney (she/her) and introduces the podcast: a campfire-style interview series where underrepresented voices share their experiences navigating into the already-complicated career landscape. Whether you're seeking guidance in your career or you’re an ally looking to deepen your understanding, the podcast offers a space for learning and connection. Shanti openly shares her own personal and professional journey as a white, gay, cisgender woman and her transition from a career in corporate sales leadership to becoming a professional coach. She re...2024-09-1941 min
Stories We Haven't SharedFearlessly Improvising and Redefining the Road to Happiness with Lilith ElectraIn today’s episode, Lilith Electra (she/her) shares her experience as a trans, white person who navigated her gender transition while working in academia. Whether she’s discussing her transition or passion for improvisational comedy, Lilith lives by example when she says, “When we're about to be our greatest…our fear gets the loudest.” In this episode, Lilith tells the story of emerging from a difficult period in her life by boldly redefining herself in support of her well-being and fulfillment. Her choices led her to a highly-successful career in sales, where she authentically challenges and empowers others to embrace...2024-09-1943 min
Stories We Haven't SharedWelcome to Stories We Haven't SharedStories We Haven't Shared, hosted by Shanti Joy Gold, helps underrepresented / minority individuals navigate the extra layers of complexity they encounter within the career landscape. Whether you're seeking guidance in your career or you’re an ally looking to deepen your understanding, this podcast offers a space for learning and connection. As a professional coach, 25-year-corporate warrior and member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Shanti Joy Gold understands the unique challenges faced by those who feel like outsiders in their careers. Every other week, you'll hear stories from individuals who have navigated their careers from the margins, sharing their experiences an...2024-08-2902 min
Worthy Mother PodcastThe Gap Between Expectations and Reality in Motherhood with Shanti HollisMost of us had some expectation of what motherhood would look like - and more often than not that expectation differs quite a bit from the reality. Mental Health Counselor Shanti Hollis is joining Worthy Mother Podcast to discuss how differences in our expectations versus reality can impact our mental health, and how we can navigate the unexpected in this season of our lives. In the episode, Shanti and I talk about:Becoming a motherShanti's own experience with loss early in her motherhood journeyWhere we get our expectations of motherhood fromExercises to understand what w...2024-07-2331 min