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Don’t be afraid to Talk - The Podcast with James Lumumba

James Lumumba

I believe if we are going to affect the change we must go back to the very basics, which for me, in essence, is Conversation. Talking and listening to one another is KEY for growth and with...

Episodes

20 of 80 episodes

Why You’re Not One Person - You’re a Whole Internal System

Ready to publishYour anxiety, perfectionism, procrastination, and even self-sabotage may not be the real problem. Trauma specialist John Cla...

01:00:59Oct 11, 2026

Realities of Men’s Mental Health

Why are men often afraid to talk about their mental health? In this special episode, James L is joined by guests Colm, Jack, and Michael for...

01:22:43Jun 13, 2026

Narcissism and Toxic Relationships with Ben Taylor

Are you in a relationship that leaves you feeling confused, anxious, or unsure of your self-worth? 🤔 James L sits down with transformationa...

01:03:02May 24, 2026

Rewriting the Narrative: Finding Strength and Identity Beyond Childhood Abuse with Dawn Hunter

Dawn Hunter, an entrepreneur, lawyer, and public health consultant, connecting from Florida to share her deeply personal story of resilience...

00:53:58Mar 15, 2026

Inside the Tolka River Project:Addiction, Community, and Recovery with Gerry Ryan

Welcome back to "Don't Be Afraid to Talk." In this episode, host James L sits down with Gerry Ryan, the driving force behind the Tolka River...

01:01:06Feb 8, 2026

Co-Parenting After Separation with Tiffany Rochester

Curious about co-parenting and how to truly put your child's wellbeing first during a separation? This week on “Don’t Be Afraid to Talk,” Ja...

01:00:03Nov 2, 2025

Navigating Grief: Jason's Journey with His Son Zachary

Join us in this heartfelt episode as we delve into the journey of grief with Jason, a devoted father from Atlanta, Georgia. Jason shares his...

00:49:19Sep 14, 2025

Dealing with Toxic Family Dynamics with Dr Jodi Aman

Dr. Jody Amen, a seasoned psychotherapist with 27 years of experience. Dr. Amen shares insights on family dynamics, how relationships can be...

00:52:41Jul 6, 2025

Exploring Modern Masculinity with Don Gies

In this episode, host James L sits down with men’s coach Don Gies for a real and refreshing conversation about masculinity. Don shares his j...

01:01:22Jun 15, 2025

Peaceful Parenting with Luke Adsit

In this episode, James L sits down with peaceful parenting coach Luke Adsit, joining us all the way from Florida. Luke shares his journey fr...

01:00:57Apr 27, 2025

Anorexia & Me with Sean Blake

In this episode, we welcome Sean Blake, a courageousvoice in the fight against anorexia. Sean shares his personal journey of recovery from t...

00:48:55Feb 23, 2025

Healing from Childhood Trauma with Robin Grace

In this episode, James sits down with Robin, a Garda from Clare, who shares his powerful journey of overcoming childhood trauma and advocati...

01:08:59Nov 17, 2024

Religious Trauma, Cults & Spiritual Abuse with Nikki G

In this episode of "Ask the Therapist," host James is joined by Nikki G, a recovery coach and educator specializing in religious trauma and...

01:17:12Sep 8, 2024

Building Resilience: A Journey Through Addiction, Recovery, and Family Changes with James Hansen

James Hansen, a remarkable individual with deep insights into addiction and recovery. From facing his own addiction diagnosis 14 years into...

01:02:51Aug 4, 2024

Surviving Medical Child Abuse with Jordyn Hope feat Marc D. Feldman, M.D.

In this episode, Jordan (Jo), a survivor of Munchausen by proxy abuse, and Dr. Marc Feldman, a researcher from Alabama, discuss Jo's story a...

01:07:48Jul 7, 2024

Insights into Coping Mechanisms with Peggy Oliveira

In this episode of "Ask the Expert," Peggy, a childhood trauma survivor, former therapist, and author, joins the host to discuss coping mech...

01:02:42May 26, 2024

A Journey Through IFS with Tammy Sollenberger

In this episode of Ask the Therapist, Tammy, a clinical mental health counselor and psychotherapist, discusses her journey with managing anx...

01:02:50May 12, 2024

Finding Beauty in Differences: Lauren's Journey with Disability

What has breathwork done for you? This podcast features an interview with Lauren, a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator from Scotland. La...

01:10:12Mar 17, 2024

Beyond the Clinic with Padraig Danaher

How occupational therapy can help people? Padraig, a mental health occupational therapist based in Cork. Padraig specializes in trauma, anxi...

01:04:35Mar 3, 2024

Executive's Journey from Addiction to Advocacy with Nick Jonsson

Our latest episode is a testament to the strength of human will and the power of transformation. I sat down with an awe-inspiring guest, Nic...

00:48:08Feb 18, 2024