Less Talk
This podcast exists to speak truths, inspire hope and encourage listeners to act upon their dreams.
It is with extreme hope that this podcast nurtures the soil that brings forth healing and foster an environment of empathy. Combined with transparency and mutual respect, we can make the world a better place to live.
Episodes
17 episodes
Episode #16 Peculiar Person - Part 2
This episode further discusses the concept of being "peculiar" and the necessity of embracing one's true identity and purpose despite societal pressures to conform. The host reflects on his personal journey as an introvert and a deep processor,...
Episode #15 Peculiar Person
In this episode, we unpack the deep sense of isolation and the feeling of never truly belonging that can start as early as childhood. Being labeled as "peculiar" often carries a negative connotation of being abnormal or strange, but a shift in ...
Episode #14 Self Worth on the Job
This episode explores the frustrating feeling of being undervalued and overlooked despite going above and beyond in the workplace. This episode shifts the focus from external systemic issues to internal self-advocacy and interpersonal dynamics....
Episode #13 The Genesis
This episode explores the word Genesis and what it means to reflect on our origins or the beginning of our personal journeys. Host Shelby Scott returns with a renewed focus to share stories from his humble beginnings in the Bahamas, illustratin...
Episode #12 Cheaters Everywhere
This episode dives into the complex and often painful reality of infidelity and why it remains such a prevalent issue in our society. We explore how a lack of emotional intimacy, feelings of neglect, and unfulfilled needs can create a breeding ...
Episode #11 Skeletons Are Only Bones
This episode explores the overwhelming nature of navigating life amidst the noise of the information age and the struggle with feelings of inadequacy. We talk about the "skeletons in our closets", our past mistakes and regrets, and the importan...
Episode #10 Gossip
This episode explores the nature of gossip and how "sipping the tea" can become a destructive habit that wreaks havoc on personal reputations and relationships. We talk about the literal definition of gossip as unconstrained conversation regard...
Episode #9 Don't Stare
This episode explores the psychology behind why people stare and how we can better understand these interactions to manage our emotional responses. Host Shelby Scott breaks down the common motivations for staring; ranging from innocent curiosit...
Episode #8 Marriage
Marriage is a legal binding process between two people. This episode looks at some misconception of the process versus the human bonding/emotions. The alarming divorce rate is driven by this misconception, mixed with cultural misinformation. Th...
Episode #7 Relationships (Platonic)
Can men and women be just friends? In this epic response, the host answers this question with caution. Platonic relationships usually involve very strong feelings of love, respect, gratitude and human bond. Mixed with the strong attraction of s...
Episode #6: Friendship
In this episode, friendship is explored in a way that literally defines its meaning and helps listeners to better understand the criteria of friendship. We look at the different levels in the circle of friendship and how boundaries can protect ...
Episode #5: Unrequited Love
This episode explores how the phenomenon of unrequited love works and some of its causes. We also look at proximity, interests and idealizing someone may play a huge role in unrequited love taking hold. The hosts delve into how low self-esteem ...
Episode #4: Hardship
Hardship is often looked at as something of a misfortune or burden. This episode takes it from a perspective of personal growth and resiliency. In this episode, the hosts employ his listeners to use all experiences as a tool to help support rea...
Episode #3: Fatherlessness
This episode deals with the epidemic of the erosion of fathers in the home. We also look at the alarming rate of single parent households without fathers. In this episode we look at how this plays a pivotal role in the breakdown of the fa...
Episode #2: Rejection
In this episode, we unpack this very real sense of hurt that can plague our mental state and even have physical implications on our body. Rejection can hurt, but it is a part of the human construct and we all may face this very real conundrum a...