<![CDATA[Gena Honestly]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gena-honestlyRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 15:25:15 GMTWed, 25 Mar 2026 22:32:46 GMT60Gena ReneeWelcome to Gena, Honestly — where pop culture meets real life. I’m Gena — mom, millennial, and your best friend on the couch. Each week we’re talking movies, TV, trending moments, motherhood, identity shifts, and everything we’re navigating in our 30s. This isn’t hot takes for the sake of being loud. It’s thoughtful reactions, honest conversations, and a little bit of “okay but let’s really talk about it.” So grab your coffee, sit down with me, and let’s get into it. Because honestly? We all need a space to say what we’re really thinking.episodicGena Reneegenahonestly@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Ep 5 : The Daily Battle]]>Sharing my personal journey with anxiety, depression, and the impact of a toxic relationship on mental health. I emphasize the importance of seeking help and the transformative power of therapy.

Takeaways

  • Mental health struggles are not linear and can have peaks and valleys.
  • Seeking help and therapy can lead to personal growth and improved mental well-being.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Mental Health Awareness Month
  • 06:35 Struggles and Decision to Leave the Relationship
  • 13:14 Understanding Mental Health and Seeking Help
]]>212c3d26-c77b-4785-907f-e363eac40f2dMon, 18 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>Sharing my personal journey with anxiety, depression, and the impact of a toxic relationship on mental health. I emphasize the importance of seeking help and the transformative power of therapy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Mental health struggles are not linear and can have peaks and valleys.</li><li>Seeking help and therapy can lead to personal growth and improved mental well-being.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Mental Health Awareness Month</li><li>06:35 Struggles and Decision to Leave the Relationship</li><li>13:14 Understanding Mental Health and Seeking Help</li></ul>no00:16:46Ep 5 : The Daily Battlefull<![CDATA[Ep 4 : Birthday Shenanigans and Things]]>In this episode, Ragena shares her experience with getting her wisdom teeth extracted, emphasizing the importance of dental health. She then dives into her birthday weekend celebration, detailing the activities and experiences she had during the four-day celebration.

Takeaways

  • Prioritize dental health for overall well-being
  • Self-care and relaxation are essential for personal well-being

Chapters

  • 00:00 Wisdom Teeth Extraction Experience
]]>e6219a3f-cc21-4eaf-8a24-163883815b67Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:18:11 GMT<p>In this episode, Ragena shares her experience with getting her wisdom teeth extracted, emphasizing the importance of dental health. She then dives into her birthday weekend celebration, detailing the activities and experiences she had during the four-day celebration.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prioritize dental health for overall well-being</li><li>Self-care and relaxation are essential for personal well-being</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Wisdom Teeth Extraction Experience</li></ul>no00:16:4914Ep 4 : Birthday Shenanigans and Thingsfull<![CDATA[Ep 3 : Chapter 35]]>In this episode, Gena honestly reflects on turning 35, embracing aging, self-image, achievements, future goals, and the belief in possibilities. She shares her journey and encourages listeners to live with no regrets and pursue their passions.

Takeaways

  • Aging is a beautiful thing
  • You can do anything you set your mind to

Chapters

  • 00:00 Reflections on Turning 35
  • 07:34 Achievements and Future Goals
  • 13:21 Belief in Possibilities and Living with No Regrets
]]>fc7f8ef1-3172-48c2-8c26-5057b7b4e81aWed, 01 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Gena honestly reflects on turning 35, embracing aging, self-image, achievements, future goals, and the belief in possibilities. She shares her journey and encourages listeners to live with no regrets and pursue their passions.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Aging is a beautiful thing</li><li>You can do anything you set your mind to</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Reflections on Turning 35</li><li>07:34 Achievements and Future Goals</li><li>13:21 Belief in Possibilities and Living with No Regrets</li></ul>no00:16:34Ep 3 : Chapter 35full<![CDATA[Ep 2 : Main Character Energy vs Mom Life]]>Exploring the concept of 'main character energy' after motherhood, highlighting the evolution, challenges, and empowerment associated with it. It emphasizes the importance of finding oneself and taking time for personal growth and self-care.

Takeaways

  • Main character energy after motherhood
  • Finding yourself after motherhood

]]>7b5f3f8d-5498-4441-9453-e2082de08693Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:50:44 GMT<p>Exploring the concept of 'main character energy' after motherhood, highlighting the evolution, challenges, and empowerment associated with it. It emphasizes the importance of finding oneself and taking time for personal growth and self-care.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Main character energy after motherhood</li><li>Finding yourself after motherhood</li></ul><p></p>no00:09:0012Ep 2 : Main Character Energy vs Mom Lifefull<![CDATA[Ep 1 : Rebrand! Who Am I Right Now?]]>From Tik Tok to Real Talk. I'm here for a rebrand and taking you on my continuous journey of self discovery. Here to do things my way and on my own terms. Giving you my take on motherhood, relationships, pop culture and everything in between.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gena-honestly/episodes/Ep-1--Rebrand--Who-Am-I-Right-Now-e3gi7gke624eec3-1e96-4fa4-bcfc-c846492d0bc9Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT<p>From Tik Tok to Real Talk. I'm here for a rebrand and taking you on my continuous journey of self discovery. Here to do things my way and on my own terms. Giving you my take on motherhood, relationships, pop culture and everything in between.</p> no00:07:3911Ep 1 : Rebrand! Who Am I Right Now?full