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Unfiltered Tales

Unfiltered Tales

Unfiltered Tales 126 Episodes Aug 20, 2026

Unfiltered Tales, formerly known as Amsterdam Talk, is a community-focused interview podcast that explores what is happening in the culture, the community and the wider world. The host intentionally goes beyond surface-level chat, inviting guests to share authentic personal stories and hard-won lessons from their own experiences. The aim is to give listeners honest perspective on difficult topics and to remind people that they are not alone in what they are going through. New episodes mix candid conversation with the show's motto of never knowing what someone else is facing. The podcast is listener-supported through Spotify's podcasters platform.

Episodes

The Problem beneath the Problem
The Problem beneath the Problem Aug 20, 2026 2542 Many people believe they are struggling with a relationship problem, but often, the deeper issue is unresolved trauma showing up through the relationship. Our past experiences have a powerful influence on how we communicate, trust, love, respond to conflict, and connect with others.This podcast explores the connection between unresolved trauma and the challenges we experience in our relationships
Sex Ed. Didn't Teach Us This
Sex Ed. Didn't Teach Us This Jan 10, 2026 2358 Sex education gave us the basics—but it left out the parts that actually matter. In this episode, Mandy Hart unpack everything traditional sex education failed to teach: consent beyond “yes or no,” emotional safety, communication, pleasure, boundaries, and how culture, shame, and silence shape our intimate lives. From unlearning harmful myths to redefining what healthy, fulfilling intimacy really
Men need support too
Men need support too Dec 19, 2025 1889 In this episode, we tackle a conversation that often goes unspoken: why men need support too. From the pressure to always be strong to the stigma around vulnerability, we explore how silence can become a burden and why asking for help is not a weakness but a necessity. Through honest dialogue and real-life perspectives, this episode highlights the importance of mental health, brotherhood, and crea
You're on your own
You're on your own Dec 19, 2025 1681 In this powerful episode, we sit down with the first and only female firefighter Lynette Fritzshaw on the force to talk about courage, resilience, and breaking barriers in a profession where few women are represented. She shares what it’s really like to walk into spaces where no one looks like you, the pressure of carrying history on your shoulders, and the responsibility of paving the way for the
Overcoming Depression with Cathy D
Overcoming Depression with Cathy D Dec 5, 2025 1792 Overcoming depression with Cathelina Devert (https://cathelinaduvert.com/). Overcoming Depression has been a journey of strength, patience, and rediscovery. There were days when the weight felt unbearable, but I kept choosing to show up for myself, even in the smallest ways. I’ve learned that healing isn’t loud or sudden—it’s a series of quiet victories, moments of clarity, and the courage to keep
Overcoming Trauma and turning it into resilience
Overcoming Trauma and turning it into resilience Oct 5, 2025 1680 Overcoming trauma and turning it into resilience means taking what once felt like a source of pain and transforming it into strength, wisdom, and inner power. Trauma can leave deep wounds, but it also carries the possibility of growth when a person learns to face their experiences with courage and self-compassion. By acknowledging the pain instead of burying it, healing begins. Each step forward—w
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence Aug 25, 2025 1933 In this episode, we speak to Rhonda Lawson (https://www.mtwimagesolutions.com/), about the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and creative writing. From exploring how AI assists authors in brainstorming plots and developing characters, to examining its role in editing, publishing, and even co-authoring entire books, we unpack the opportunities and challenges this technology brings to the
Divorce: Been There, Got Out
Divorce: Been There, Got Out Aug 16, 2025 2226 On this episode of Unfiltered Tales, we speak with Lisa Johnson (https://beentheregotout.com) about Divorce. Divorce can feel like a tidal wave of emotions, pulling a person in different directions without warning. At first, there may be shock—an almost surreal disbelief that the relationship has truly ended—followed by waves of grief as the shared dreams, daily routines, and sense of identity bu
Boundaries- essential guidelines to protect one well-being
Boundaries- essential guidelines to protect one well-being Aug 7, 2025 1797 On this episode, we are discussing boundaries with Zoey K. (https://mastermindcounseling.com/). Boundaries are essential guidelines that individuals set to protect their well-being, define acceptable behavior, and maintain healthy relationships. They come in various forms, including physical, emotional, mental, time, digital, sexual, and material. Physical boundaries involve personal space and phy
Loved You, Hated You: Silence, Self-Doubt, and Spiritual Wreckage
Loved You, Hated You: Silence, Self-Doubt, and Spiritual Wreckage Jul 31, 2025 1990 Nikki Allen (https://officialnikkiallen.com/) gives her story about love, abuse and redemption. Loved You, Hated You: Silence, Self-Doubt, and Spiritual Wreckage is a raw and intimate journey through the emotional aftermath of toxic love, spiritual confusion, and the paralyzing grip of silence. This deeply personal narrative explores the inner chaos of loving someone who also became a source of d
Intimacy among woman
Intimacy among woman Jul 25, 2025 1677 On today's show, we spoke to Skyeblu (https://www.intimacywithblu.com/) about human sexuality and intimacy among women Human sexuality amongst women is a rich and multifaceted subject shaped by biological, psychological, social, cultural, and relational factors. Women's sexual experiences, desires, and identities are not static; they often shift and evolve across different stages of life.
Adulting with Autism
Adulting with Autism Jul 19, 2025 2183 Adult Autism with April R. https://linktr.ee/adultingwithautismAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially, and experiences the world. In adults, autism may look different from what it does in children, and many people go undiagnosed until later in life. Adults with autism may struggle with reading social cues, such as

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