Open Hearts, Hidden Truths

I sit down with world-renowned Los Angeles plastic surgeon, Dr. David Stoker. We discuss his passion for transforming lives, how GLPs have reshaped the field, and my own personal experience under his care.Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

Kristine Genovese unveils how a traumatic childhood led her to being a corporate overachiever – before losing it all. That rock-bottom turning point led her to create the Soul Intelligence Method. Have you experienced an event that rocked you to your core, only to discover it was a blessing in disguise?Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

When did swiping replace face-to-face interactions? I explore how online dating fuels our dopamine cravings, but leaves us feeling disconnected. Studies show this online rush is unhealthy, yet we often choose the lazy swipe instead of connecting in-person.Are we more interested in building genuine connections or chasing endless entertainment?Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

My guest Adam Darrow shares his experience of being in an open relationship for many years with a fiercely independent woman. He reflects on how non-monogamy reshaped his understanding of himself, his enduring draw to risk, and whether he'd ever choose this type of relationship again.Have you been involved in a relationship society would consider unconventional?Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

I sit down with Blake Diamond, who spent twenty-two years as a male stripper, traveling coast-to-coast. He opens up about his unconventional life, from backstage rivalries to substance use to how the industry affected his relationships.Several decades later, Blake reflects on how those years shaped him – what he's gained, lost, and how he redefines fulfillment beyond the spotlight.Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

Social media is an important modern tool, but it's not without its emotional pitfalls. Practical? Yes. Draining? Undoubtedly.I share my uneasy experiences navigating Instagram after being off the app for many years.Do you push through the anxiety of social media, even when it feels raw?Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

What would you do if you uncovered a secret that could shatter someone's world?I explore how revealing a betrayal ended a friendship, why I thought everyone would want to know the truth, and how I learned some people prefer to be left in the dark rather than face a painful situation.Would you want to know the truth – even if it broke your heart?Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

When did a pattern that once worked for you suddenly fail you?I reflect on how men I once gravitated toward now feel at odds with who I've become. Growth and evolution are central themes in life and perspectives can shift, surprising many – including ourselves.What incident have you experienced where your old habits no longer serve you?Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

I reflect on my eye-opening experience with a love interest during a trip to San Diego. What began as a promising connection quickly shifted, revealing a side of himself I neither recognized nor liked. Despite efforts to find closure, this uncomfortable experience left lingering questions. Sometimes, the hardest truth is accepting that the answers we want may never come.Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

Why is basic gym etiquette so challenging? I dive into my own run-ins with impatience and interruptions that often creep into my workout routines in this bite-sized episode.What's your craziest gym story? You're invited to share your own experience.Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

Love bombing can feel intoxicating at first – until it isn't.My guest Jacob and I share real-life experiences, highlighting red flags in relationships that move at a lightning pace and feel too good to be true.Join us for a candid conversation about recognizing the difference between genuine connection and a flashy illusion.Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].

Welcome to Open Hearts, Hidden Truths, a bimonthly podcast. First episodes drop Jan. 20, and every other Tuesday.Join the CommunityEnjoying the show? Leave a review!Want to share your own story anonymously? Record a voice memo and email it to [email protected].