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Being YOU!

Hosted by Shane Hodges, Counselor & Author · arts · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

An interview series where I speak with guests from various walks of life about authenticity. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and author of the book "It's Time to Be YOU! - How to Become Your Most Authentic Self".

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35%

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Selective

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Questions about Being YOU!

What is Being YOU! about?

An interview series where I speak with guests from various walks of life about authenticity. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and author of the book "It's Time to Be YOU! - How to Become Your Most Authentic Self".

Who hosts Being YOU!?

Being YOU! is hosted by Shane Hodges, Counselor & Author. The show has published 144 episodes to date.

What has Being YOU! covered recently?

Recent episodes include "How/Why Do We Outgrow a Relationship or Friendship?" (30 October 2026, 2 minutes), "What Choices Have You Made Today?" (28 October 2026, 2 minutes), and "What's Haunting You?" (21 October 2026, 2 minutes).

How often does Being YOU! publish?

Being YOU! publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 13 minutes across 144 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Being YOU!?

Booking probability for Being YOU! is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Being YOU! requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Being YOU!'s contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Being YOU!?

The strongest fits for Being YOU! are Therapists & Other Health Practitioners. Being YOU! has an arts audience.

About the host

Shane Hodges, Counselor & Author hosts Being YOU!, an arts podcast with 144 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Being YOU!

    How/Why Do We Outgrow a Relationship or Friendship?

    Oct 30, 20262 min

    If we all continue to grow and evolve, isn't it a bit silly to think that a relationship between any two individuals may also change? Sometimes, those changes result in a relationship no longer being a fit and may mean...

  • Being YOU!

    What Choices Have You Made Today?

    Oct 28, 20262 min

    We may not think much about it, but we make LOTS of choices EVERY day! All of us have likely said "I didn't have a choice!" at some point in our lives. When I hear that phrase, I call bullshit. Because the truth is, in...

  • Being YOU!

    What's Haunting You?

    Oct 21, 20262 min

    What things from the past still hold space in your thoughts and negatively impact you today? We often suppress, repress, and/or avoid processing certain things. Unfortunately, those actions don't lead to resolution...

  • Episode #6

    Heated Rivalry Has Him Hot & Bothered After An Icy Trip on Titanique | Ryan Duncan

    Oct 19, 202640 minS5

    What happens when Ryan Duncan steps on stage in a wild curly wig, oversized sunglasses, and a velour track suit? Absolute hilarity ensues! His multiple roles in "Heated Rivalry: The UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY" will...

  • Being YOU!

    Is It Even POSSIBLE To Sort Through All The Information We Have Access To???

    Oct 16, 20262 min

    What do we do when there is too much information to process? We carry minicomputers around with us all day long, we get constant notification pop-ups, the internet is at our fingertips 24/7, and we are constantly being...

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  • Being YOU!

    The Masks We Wear

    Oct 14, 20262 min

    Why do we wear masks? What are we hiding? WHY are we hiding? Wearing masks isn't uncommon. And we do it for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it's to protect ourselves. Sometimes it's to be accepted. Sometimes it's...

  • Episode #5

    Cady McClain: 3 High Schools and 3-Time Emmy Winner...Coincidence???

    Oct 12, 202639 minS5

    From Band-Aid commercials to becoming the only woman to win 3 Emmy's from roles on 3 different soap operas...Cady McClain's resume is IMPRESSIVE! In this episode of Being YOU!, I got to sit down with Cady and get to...

  • Being YOU!

    On National Coming Out Day...Dive Into the "River of Life" from Grace Walcott

    Oct 8, 202638 min

    In her documentary "River of Life: LGBTQ+", Grace Walcott explores tensions amongst different members of the queer community...in an effort to help them unpack their stories, acknowledge and understand their...

  • Being YOU!

    Let Me Be Clear - You May Fear, Sneer, & Jeer - But We Are QUEER and We Are HERE...To Stay!

    Oct 8, 20262 min

    Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer people have ALWAYS existed! And many of us have played an integral part in history. October is LGBTQ+ History Month, so I wanted to share a few of the people and events...

  • Being YOU!

    What Does ADHD Look Like??? - Here's a Glimpse Into MY Experience!

    Oct 3, 20262 min

    Imagine your brain is the air traffic controller for the busiest airport in the world. That's how it feels in my head...ALL THE TIME! October is ADHD Awareness Month. Meant for sharing reliable information, reducing...

  • Being YOU!

    Don't Let It Fester...Address It NOW!!!

    Sep 30, 20261 min

    Confrontation may be uncomfortable...but allowing something that bothers you to fester over time typically leads to a bigger, messier, more frustrating situation. So, I urge you to bring things up as soon as they happen...

  • Being YOU!

    Sue Ellen Ewing to Mrs. Robinson to The Fairy Godmother

    Sep 29, 202643 min

    Linda Gray's career spans seven decades during which she has graced television, film, and the stage. This iconic actress has tackled several roles and portrayed a variety of interesting, complicated, and powerful women...

  • Being YOU!

    What Happens When You Look Back?

    Sep 26, 20262 min

    Have you paused lately and taken a look back at where you've come from? If not, I strongly urge you to do so. Look back at old photos and see what you notice. Think about how you have changed and evolved. Acknowledge...

  • Being YOU!

    Are You Tired of Faking It?

    Sep 23, 20262 min

    If you've spent your life toning yourself down to avoid being "too much", minimizing yourself so OTHER people would feel comfortable, or playing the role you thought you were SUPPOSED to play...I know how you feel...

  • Being YOU!

    Came Out to Avoid the Draft - Ended up Writing for the Oscars!

    Sep 21, 202636 min

    Bruce Vilanch is an Emmy-nominated comedic writer and has been doing so for six decades! He wrote for the Academy Awards for 25 years, has worked on several television and film projects, released his memoir "I Thought...

  • Being YOU!

    What Happens for YOU as we Transition Into Autumn???

    Sep 18, 20261 min

    Pumpkin spice here, pumpkin spice there, pumpkin spice EVERYWHERE!! Autumn is a time of transition and change. Some people love the changing leaves, cooler weather, and fall festivities. For others, this time of year...

  • Being YOU!

    Help Prevent Suicide!

    Sep 16, 20262 min

    Suicide is a pandemic in this country and affects far too many people! September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Here are some things you can watch for and tips on how to respond if/when someone you know...

  • Being YOU!

    Mommy Issues - Can a Mother/Son Duo of Divas SHARE the Stage???

    Sep 15, 202647 min

    Audrey & Daniel Landers are BOTH superstars! So, what do you call it when they decide to do a cabaret show together?? You call it...MOMMY ISSUES! In the Season 5 premier of Being YOU!, I got to speak to the duo about...

  • Being YOU!

    What Would Dolly Parton Do?

    Sep 9, 20262 min

    Dolly Parton was an AMAZING human being! She spent her life being authentic, kind, generous, open-minded, non-judgmental, and humble. Through her music and her actions, she brought people together from all walks of...

  • Being YOU!

    Comparison...The Killer of Joy!

    Sep 4, 20261 min

    All too often, we compare ourselves to others. But why? We are not those people and they are not us. And are we comparing ourselves to what they present online or in photos? Because that's not the whole picture. Be YOU...

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