The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast: Trading Negative Self-talk for Belonging
Jeffrey Marsh, a Zen teacher and author, hosts a podcast about replacing negative self-talk with peace and belonging. Each episode offers tools to help listeners connect with their inner voice and change their relationship with themselves. Marsh also interviews high-profile achievers and celebrities about their journeys. The show aims to foster self-acceptance and community.
Episodes
Come behind the scenes with me!
In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, Jeffrey opens up in a more relaxed, unfiltered way to talk directly with the community about what it means to be a creator, a sensitive person, and a human being in a world that can sometimes feel harsh. Through honest reflections on podcasting, vulnerability, bullying, and the pressure to be perfect, Jeffrey shares why choosing authenticity over poli
Learn the power of your boundaries
In this episode, Jeffrey explores a powerful but often overlooked skill: learning not to do the things you don’t want to do—or simply don’t have the capacity for. In a world that constantly asks more of us, Jeffrey invites you to slow down and look inward with honesty and kindness. Instead of pushing through exhaustion or guilt, this conversation encourages you to listen to your own limits and res
You're not alone in this life.
In this heartfelt and grounding episode, Jeffrey speaks directly to the quiet ache so many are carrying right now — the feeling of being lost, anxious, or alone in a world that feels overwhelming. With tenderness and clarity, Jeffrey reminds you that resilience is already within you, and that even in dark seasons, you have a choice about where to place your focus. Through personal reflections and
Finding purpose without anxiety
In this episode, Jeffrey explores one of the most common and painful questions: “How do I find my purpose?”—and why anxiety so often gets tangled up in the answer. Through personal stories and reflections from the community, Jeffrey gently untangles purpose from pressure, reminding us that anxiety is not a compass and urgency is not truth. You’ll hear why purpose is often quieter and more ordinary
REST is true self-compassion.
Sleep can feel like a mystery. You can follow every tip, perfect your routine, and still find yourself wide awake, stuck with racing thoughts and a frustrated heart. In this episode, Jeffrey explores why sleep isn’t just about technique—it’s about relationship. Drawing from a personal story from their time at a Buddhist monastery, Jeffrey shares how shifting the way we relate to sleep can soften t
Why are you gravitated to jerks?
Why do we keep choosing the wrong people?In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Jeffrey invites you to explore the patterns that bind us to toxic relationships. Through personal stories and transformative insights, Jeffrey reveals how letting life guide your choices can lead to healthier, more fulfilling connections. Discover the power of serving from a place of love and strength, and learn wh
Yes, stress is hijacking your life.
Unlock the key to lasting resilience in a world filled with chaos, negativity, and constant noise. What if the secret to staying strong isn’t about fighting your fears or constant positivity, but about shifting where you focus your attention — and understanding the deep, fundamental principle that guides your entire life? You’ll learn how social media and news often hijack your mind, why the focus
What your EDUCATION failed to teach you, with Dr. Kyle Whipple
In this episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey sits down with Dr. Kyle Whipple, a professor at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, to explore the evolving landscape of education: from the classroom to the culture war. Together, they discuss what it really means to create safe, inclusive learning spaces when the world is watching… and legislating.Produced by Zaq Latino.
CONFLICT is NOT abuse - a pre-holiday reminder
Anjana and Leonel star in this community episode duo. Taking it back to our roots and interviewing beloved members of our inner circle. Thank you so much for supporting The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast this year! If you would like to join the community, you can sign up at jeffreymarsh.com/community.Until 2026!Produced by Zaq Latino.
WHO the HECK are WE?!?! - Mailbag No. 2 (Identity)
Who are you… when no one’s watching?When you're with your friends?When you're with your family?And what happens when those selves don’t match?In this second mailbag episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey and producer/co-host Zaq Latino answer community questions about identity—from claiming your letter in the LGBTQ+ alphabet, to holding your truth around strong personalities, to the masks we wear dependi
THE NO CONTACT EPISODE - a complete guide (how to and WHY), with Kirstie Pike
You can love someone and still need to walk away.You can miss someone and still know you're safer without them.In this raw and resonant episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey is joined by Kirstie Pike, creator of She Comes with Baggage, for a conversation that starts with travel and coming out—but lands somewhere deeper: the moment you realize no contact with your parents isn’t the betrayal… it’s the bou
What's lonelier, holidays literally alone, or with a family you despise...? with Danielle Moss
Not going home for the holidays? You’re not alone—and you’re not wrong.In this special episode, Jeffrey is joined by writer, actor, and advocate Danielle Moss for a candid conversation about no-contact family dynamics and what the holidays really feel like when you’re protecting your peace instead of forcing tradition. Together, they unpack the guilt, grief, and surprising joy that can come with c
Homemakers ARE Laborers. Yeah, I said it.
The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast – Ep. 21: Mailbag 3 — Passion ≠ Work? “You should turn your passion into your job.”...Should you?In this third mailbag episode, Jeffrey and producer/co-host Zaq Latino respond to community questions about passion, labor, and identity—and all the ways we try to reconcile what we love with what we do. They explore what happens when passion becomes obligation, why it’s okay
When it's no longer working, CHANGE IT! with Joyce Mishaan
The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast – Ep. 23: When It’s No Longer Working, CHANGE It (with Joyce Mishaan)We stay in jobs, relationships, routines, even versions of ourselves that don’t fit anymore. Why?Because change is hard. Because certainty feels safer. Because we forget we’re allowed to walk away. In this honest and energizing episode, Jeffrey talks with Joyce Mishaan—writer, director, producer, and cre
Your Story Is VALID. SO TELL IT, with Beth Schiff
Ever felt like your story doesn’t “count” unless it fits someone else’s mold?Beth Schiff is here to say: it absolutely does. In this inspiring episode, Jeffrey talks with Beth Schiff, veteran casting director (HGTV, Food Network, TLC and more!) and fierce advocate for authentic storytelling.Together, they discuss what it means to be seen, how casting is evolving, and why the most compelling storie
Is giving back the secret to longevity? with Stacy Toth
The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast – Ep. 27: Is Giving Back the Secret to Longevity? (with Stacy Toth)We spend so much time asking:What’s the secret to living longer?Maybe it’s time we asked:What are we living for?In this heartfelt and invigorating episode, Jeffrey sits down with Stacy Toth—author, advocate, and wellness expert—for a powerful conversation about purpose, service, and sustainable joy. They e
Parenting TRANSPARENTLY and other things masculine, with Jude Hope Harris
Some episodes are about clarity.This one is about contradictions. In this beautifully layered episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey is joined by Jude Hope Harris—filmmaker, writer, and host of her own podcast, Art, Hope, and Hollywood. Together, they explore what it means to live in the liminal space between masculine and feminine, tenderness and boundary, presence and absence.The conversation begins wi
How it's NOT Us vs. MEN, and perhaps never was? with Jacob Tobia
Let’s talk about what we’ve been told. And what we know to be true. In this special episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey is joined by the incomparable Jacob Tobia, author of the groundbreaking new book "Before They Were Men." Together, they explore masculinity, memory, and the mythology of gender itself. With equal parts humor and depth, Jacob shares what it means to survive a world built for binaries—
"I'm SPIRITUAL but not religious..." No. No, you're not.
In this episode, we explore spirituality: everything from Jeffrey's Buddhist teaching and practice, to Sean-Em's experience as a TikTok Tarot reader, to Jo's absolutely burning question of: "What even is a good person??" Jeffrey expertly guides the conversation, reminding people that perhaps spirituality, even a colloquial understanding of something bigger than ourselves outside of worshipping a g
Why "It's all my PARENTS' fault" is NEVER an excuse
In this episode, we speak with Joy and Diana, who have their own podcast: Transparently Speaking, in which they divulge tales honest and vulnerable about what it's like to be the parents of transgender kids, of which Diana has two. Join us for laughs, cries, heartache, and raw moments of jaw-on-floor in this revelatory exploration of what it's like when your kids teach you what life is all about.
Be your own (Boundary) BOSS, with Terri Cole
You don’t need to earn rest.You don’t need to explain your “no.”You do need boundaries—and Terri Cole is here to help. In this empowering episode, Jeffrey sits down with Terri Cole, psychotherapist, author of Boundary Boss, and fierce advocate for self-respect. Together, they break down what boundaries really are (hint: not walls), why so many of us struggle to set them, and how to finally stop pe
a True Blue COMMUNITY episode (an alt format experiment?)
The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast – Ep. 24: a true community episode #Zaq’s vacationWhat happens when Zaq goes on vacation? Jeffrey takes the mic—with the community in tow.This very special episode features six beloved community members reflecting on identity, healing, and the quiet revolutions happening inside each of us. From trusting your intuition, to navigating rejection, to finding peace when the wo
They WANT you to be QUIET, so DON'T. YOU. DARE. with Renée Yoxon
“Your voice is everything. No wonder they want to silence you.”And no wonder you’re reclaiming it.In this soul-stirring episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey sits down with Renee Yoxon—singer, voice teacher, and embodiment of queer vocal freedom. Together, they explore what it means to literally and figuratively find your voice in a world that teaches queer and trans people to shrink, silence, or disapp
How the right QUESTIONS get us more than just answers: they inspire CONNECTION, with Chion Wolf
Some people answer questions for a living.Chion Wolf has made a life out of asking them.In this episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey sits down with Chion Wolf, host of Audacious and beloved voice of Connecticut Public Radio, for a heartfelt conversation about the power of asking. From the early days of seeking her mother’s approval to crafting radically vulnerable interviews on-air, Chion shares how cu
What your SELF-TALK is trying to tell you
We return to our classic community format, in which Jeffrey and Zaq ask prized community members about their experiences with that tiny, often-horrible, voice in their head. EJ comes to ask about how she can wrestle with the fact that her partner has empathy and space for her emotionally, but SHE is the one providing the narrative that she's awful, annoying, and unproductive. Dranoa comes to ask a
Stay in your lane and p*ss off no one... KIDDING! with J.P. Karliak
In this powerful episode of The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast, Jeffrey is joined by J.P. Karliak, acclaimed voice actor (Star Trek, Spider-Man, Boss Baby), writer, and founder of Queer Vox. They dive into the truth about voice, queerness, and what it means to keep expressing yourself when the world wants you to tone it down. From growing up with a big personality to creating a space where queer and trans
How getting SOBER might just save your life, with Dubbs Weinblatt
In this powerful episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey is joined by the brilliant Dubbs Weinblatt, creator, performer, and founder of Thank You For Coming Out. Together, they talk about sobriety—not just as the absence of substances, but as a presence: of clarity, of power, of self.Dubbs opens up about what led them to sobriety, what they’ve gained since, and how queerness and recovery intertwine in a w
Finding your INDEPENDENCE: How to say "YES" to yourself, with Scott Turner Schofield
Scott Turner Schofield, with a bevy of "firsts" under his name although we won't list them hear because he is uncomfortable claiming them (listen to the episode to find out why, wink - wink), is an actor, producer, and trailblazer who has never let a "no" stop him from living the dream. From his very first professional job after college mounting his one-man show, to a not-so-short list of indie fi
How the HECK do you know who to TRUST anymore? - The JOURNALISM Episode, with Jeffrey Masters
In this razor-sharp, refreshingly honest episode of Inner Voice, Jeffrey sits down with Jeffrey Masters, award-winning journalist and host of LGBTQ&A, to talk about trust—how we build it, how we lose it, and how we learn to trust ourselves again in a world that constantly tests us. From media mistrust to personal betrayal, from cancel culture to canceling your own intuition, this episode dives
Does REPRESENTATION even matter anymore? with Doctor JonPaul
On this fantastic episode of Inner Voice, renowned educator, advocate, writer, speaker, and podcast host Dr. Jonathan P. Higgins walks us through what thoughtful, impactful, and dimensional representation looks like in the arts. They regale us with stories from working with television executives, working on their new book: Black. Fat. Femme. (with a second already in the pipeline!) and speak candi
FORGIVENESS is a mandatory part of moving on... says WHO?!
This week, on Inner Voice, community members Aloy and Leonel discuss forgiveness. What does it mean to forgive? Is forgiveness an essential part of moving forward? What happens when we cannot forgive ourselves for our past mistakes? All this and more, sussed out by the one and only Jeffrey Marsh.Produced by Zaq Latino.
Embracing the The MUTLI-HYPHENATE: Opportunity or Necessity? with Alison Becker
Alison Becker (Parks and Recreation) graces us on this episode of Inner Voice. We discuss her multifaceted career, and whether or not that was birthed from an earnest passion for many things or necessity. We also touch upon being a woman in the Film and Television industry today, how business attire makes the lady, and the lack of imagination from executives. Produced by Zaq Latino.
Mailbag: Should HUMILITY ever be the goal?
What if humility isn’t about shrinking... but about showing up real? In this special mailbag episode, Jeffrey and producer Zaq Latino answer two heartfelt community questions about humility—how to hold your power without overpowering, and how to stop mistaking self-erasure for grace. It’s an intimate, cozy conversation full of laughter, hard truths, and gentle reframes. If you’ve ever struggled wi
Did they teach you to HATE yourself on purpose...? a SELF-WORTH episode
Episode 2 of the Jeffrey Marsh podcast: Inner Voice! Featuring lovely guests Sam, Rosalyn, and Melissa.Produced by Zaq Latino.
WE MADE A PILOT! -or - Why most RELATIONSHIPS fail
Episode 1 of the Jeffrey Marsh podcast: Inner Voice!Featuring amazing guests Rhea and Kristin. Produced by Zaq Latino.
Everyone deserves peace. So why don't we get it? with Tim Shurr
The Jeffrey Marsh Podcast – Ep. 28: The Power to Transform Your Life Is ALREADY Inside You (with Tim Shurr)We search for answers. For clarity. For someone to give us the map.But what if the compass has been inside you this whole time? In this empowering episode, Jeffrey is joined by Tim Shurr—transformation coach, hypnotist, and author—for a conversation that’s all about unlocking the power you al
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