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TURTZED

TURTZED is where real stories meet deep growth. Hosted by Charles Turtz, this podcast dives deep into the moments that define us—grief, trauma, identity, coming out, rebuilding, and the wild mess of healing. Through unfiltered conversations and vulnerable solo episodes, TURTZED helps you own your story, find your voice, and build a life aligned with who you really are.

From navigating mental health and family wounds to rediscovering self-worth and purpose, each episode explores the bridge between surviving and truly living. Whether you’re unpacking your past, questioning everything, or chasing clarity in your career or relationships, this space is for you.

No fluff. Just truth, growth, and the kind of talk that hits deep.

Personal Growth Health & Fitness Self-Improvement Society & Culture Mental Health Education
Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
43 minutes
Episodes
38
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Patrick Custer: Shame, Spiritual Abuse, and Reclaiming Identity After Trauma | Ep. 38

Patrick Custer: Shame, Spiritual Abuse, and Reclaiming Identity After Trauma | Ep. 38

He was a pastor’s kid hiding panic attacks—and now he’s a national advocate for mental health.


In Episode 38 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Patrick Custer, podcast host of Rooted Recovery Stories,…

00:57:58  |   Wed 17 Sep 2025
Candice Lazar: Breathwork, Band-Aids, and the Power of Being Present | Ep. 37

Candice Lazar: Breathwork, Band-Aids, and the Power of Being Present | Ep. 37

She discovered breathwork while recovering from illness—and it changed everything.


In Episode 37 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Candace Lazar, a Miami-based coach, to explore how breathwork became…

00:28:26  |   Wed 10 Sep 2025
Jack Ciapciak: Grief, Healing, and the Power of Authenticity – A Journey of Love and Loss | Ep. 36

Jack Ciapciak: Grief, Healing, and the Power of Authenticity – A Journey of Love and Loss | Ep. 36

What happens when you choose to embrace grief as a part of your journey, rather than something that defines you?


In this episode, Jack Ciapciak opens up about his deeply personal experience with grief…

00:53:27  |   Wed 30 Apr 2025
Jamison Lange: Redefining Masculinity, Self-Expression, and the Power of Showing Up | Ep. 35

Jamison Lange: Redefining Masculinity, Self-Expression, and the Power of Showing Up | Ep. 35

What happens when you stop following societal rules and start living unapologetically? 


In this episode, Jamison Lange shares his journey of embracing authenticity in content creation, breaking down s…

00:58:36  |   Wed 16 Apr 2025
Danielle Newport Fancher: What It’s Like to Live with Daily Migraine – A Story of Strength and Advocacy | Ep. 34

Danielle Newport Fancher: What It’s Like to Live with Daily Migraine – A Story of Strength and Advocacy | Ep. 34

She’s had a migraine every day for over 10 years. This is her story—and it might change how you see invisible illness forever.


In Episode 34 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with author and advocate Dani…

00:50:24  |   Wed 26 Mar 2025
Brian Spitulnik: Therapy, Trauma & Self-Compassion – An Unfiltered Conversation | Ep. 33

Brian Spitulnik: Therapy, Trauma & Self-Compassion – An Unfiltered Conversation | Ep. 33

What really happens in therapy? And how do we begin to heal from the trauma we don’t even realize we’re carrying?



In Episode 33 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Brian Spitulnik, LMSW, a New York …

00:59:46  |   Wed 12 Mar 2025
The Journey to Coaching – From Self-Doubt to Building Purpose | Ep. 32

The Journey to Coaching – From Self-Doubt to Building Purpose | Ep. 32

What does it really take to become a coach—and how do you find your voice in a space filled with uncertainty?


In Episode 32 of TURTZED, Charlie shares his personal evolution from corporate management …

00:18:59  |   Wed 26 Feb 2025
Jake Eldridge: Life After Sports, Embracing Authenticity, and the Journey to Self-Discovery | Ep. 31

Jake Eldridge: Life After Sports, Embracing Authenticity, and the Journey to Self-Discovery | Ep. 31

What happens when the identity you built your whole life around suddenly changes?

In Episode 31 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Jake, a content creator and former college football player, for an op…

00:42:16  |   Wed 12 Feb 2025
John Hill: Dementia, Grief, Humor, and Healing – Finding Light in Dark Moments | Ep. 30

John Hill: Dementia, Grief, Humor, and Healing – Finding Light in Dark Moments | Ep. 30

How do you find light in the middle of grief?


In Episode 30 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with John Hill, host of The John Hill Show on SiriusXM and co-host the podcast of Discretion Advised, for an e…

00:52:33  |   Wed 29 Jan 2025
Ricky Liorti: Heartbreak, Healing, and Finding Strength Through Vulnerability | Ep. 29

Ricky Liorti: Heartbreak, Healing, and Finding Strength Through Vulnerability | Ep. 29

What if your biggest heartbreak could lead you to your strongest self?


In Episode 29 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Ricky Liorti, author of Heartbreak Love, to dive deep into the messy, beautiful …

00:46:35  |   Wed 15 Jan 2025
Finding Strength and Authenticity – My Journey Through Perfectionism, Trauma, and Coming Out (Ep. 1-4) | Ep. 28

Finding Strength and Authenticity – My Journey Through Perfectionism, Trauma, and Coming Out (Ep. 1-4) | Ep. 28

What happens when you stop chasing perfection and finally let yourself be seen?


In Episode 28 of TURTZED, Charlie launches the podcast and shares his unfiltered story and how he found his voice, letti…

01:22:08  |   Wed 18 Dec 2024
Nia Renee: Narcissistic Abuse, Reclaiming Identity, and Dating with Intention | Ep. 27

Nia Renee: Narcissistic Abuse, Reclaiming Identity, and Dating with Intention | Ep. 27

What if you could take your pain and turn it into power?


In Episode 27 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Nia Renee, author, coach, and founder of How to Love a Battered Woman, for an unflinching and …

01:04:34  |   Wed 11 Dec 2024
Taylor McGrath: Surrogacy, Faith, and Reclaiming Identity Through Fatherhood | Ep. 26

Taylor McGrath: Surrogacy, Faith, and Reclaiming Identity Through Fatherhood | Ep. 26

What happens when you hold onto faith—and finally see your dreams come true?


In Episode 26 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Taylor McGrath, a content creator and advocate, to dive deep into his emot…

00:44:32  |   Wed 04 Dec 2024
Lessons from Therapy, Trauma Healing, and Redefining Success | Ep. 25

Lessons from Therapy, Trauma Healing, and Redefining Success | Ep. 25

How do you build a new life when the one you thought you wanted no longer fits?


In Episode 25 of TURTZED, Charles Turtz sits down solo to reflect on the lessons he’s learned from therapy, healing chil…

00:14:55  |   Wed 13 Nov 2024
Monica Davis: Love Is Blind, Healing Heartbreak, Setting Boundaries and Redefining Self-Worth | Ep. 24

Monica Davis: Love Is Blind, Healing Heartbreak, Setting Boundaries and Redefining Self-Worth | Ep. 24

What if your biggest heartbreak turned out to be your biggest breakthrough?


In Episode 24 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Monica Davis, star of Love Is Blind Season 6, for an intimate and powerful …

01:13:34  |   Sun 03 Nov 2024
Mari Diaz: Healing After Loss, Embracing Creativity, and Building a Life of Purpose | Ep. 23

Mari Diaz: Healing After Loss, Embracing Creativity, and Building a Life of Purpose | Ep. 23

How do you rebuild when life doesn’t go according to plan?


In Episode 23 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Mari Diaz, a multi-talented creative at HGAB Studios in Miami, to talk about her incredible …

00:46:02  |   Wed 30 Oct 2024
Episode 22: From Fire Fighting to Interventionist – Zach’s Journey of Recovery and Helping Others Heal

Episode 22: From Fire Fighting to Interventionist – Zach’s Journey of Recovery and Helping Others Heal

In Episode 22 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Zach, the youngest interventionist on Intervention, to talk about his journey from battling addiction to helping others overcome theirs. Zach opens up…

01:01:36  |   Wed 23 Oct 2024
Episode 21: Celebrating Milestones – Reflecting on One Year of Growth, Grit, and Podcasting

Episode 21: Celebrating Milestones – Reflecting on One Year of Growth, Grit, and Podcasting

In Episode 21 of TURTZED, I reflect on my first year of podcasting and entrepreneurship. Marking his 36th birthday, Charlie shares how he transformed his passion for coaching, mentoring, and operatio…

00:25:35  |   Wed 16 Oct 2024
Episode 20: Braunwyn Windham on Sobriety, Motherhood, and Living Authentically

Episode 20: Braunwyn Windham on Sobriety, Motherhood, and Living Authentically

In Episode 20 of TURTZED, we sit down with Braunwyn Windham from Real Housewives of Orange County to discuss her sobriety journey, motherhood, and living authentically. Braunwyn reflects on her life-…

00:49:26  |   Wed 09 Oct 2024
Episode 19: Maya Vander on Selling Sunset, Real Estate Hustle, and Personal Resilience

Episode 19: Maya Vander on Selling Sunset, Real Estate Hustle, and Personal Resilience

In Episode 19 of TURTZED, Charlie sits down with Maya Vander, star of Selling Sunset, to discuss her journey from real estate agent to reality TV star and the personal challenges she faced along the …

00:38:23  |   Wed 25 Sep 2024
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