Be Who You Came To Be with Tara Renze
The Be Who You Came to Be Podcast is an empowering platform designed to showcase ordinary people doing extraordinary things, inspiring listeners to embrace their authenticity, unlock their emotional and positive intelligence, and step into their fullest potential. Rooted in Tara’s trademarked mantra, “Be Who You Came to Be,” the podcast will blend heartfelt storytelling, actionable insights, and thought-provoking conversations to help listeners create, own, and live the life they desire.
Episodes
This single piece of advice radically transformed how I approached conflict. In this episode, I'm sharing how a simple mindset shift can help you avoid unnecessary drama, navigate tension with more clarity, and take control of your emotional responses.
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What’s really going on with Gen Z? If you are a parent or leader who interacts with Gen Z on a regular basis, then you know this younger generation is a different kind of species altogether. And in this episode, we are finding out why. Tara Renze sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Andrea Mata (aka Dr. Dre) to unpack the parenting crisis that’s leaving today’s kids anxious, unmotivated, and emotionally unequipped...
Do you feel that "Motivational" Facebook quotes often leave you feeling unfulfilled and guilty? In this episode, Tara Renze breaks down 7 of the most common "Hustle Culture" quotes. She dissects and exposes the underlying lies that they hold.
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Feeling disconnected even though you're surrounded by people? You're not alone.
In this deeply personal episode, Tara sits down with friendship and connection coach Zoe Asher to uncover the raw truth about adult friendships, rejection, and why so many of us still feel lonely post-pandemic.
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When people make you question your worth, it’s easy to shrink. In this episode, Tara opens up about a vulnerable moment she faced while republishing her book—and the backlash she got for simply showing up as herself. From being told she “wasn’t relatable” to being criticized for putting her face on her own book cover, Tara walks you through the exact thought process, the hard conversations, and the confidence it took ...
Burnout isn’t just stress—it’s a full-body, full-mind shutdown that too many high achievers mistake as “normal.” In this powerful conversation, keynote speaker Tara Renze sits down with Erin Stafford, author of The Type A Trap, to unpack the truth about burnout, hustle culture, overachievement, and what it really means to “burn bright without burning out.” Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in constant go-...
Want to improve your self-awareness and finally understand what’s driving your thoughts, habits, and decisions? In this episode, Tara Renze shares the truth about self-awareness nobody talks about—and why mastering it could be your greatest unlock yet.
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Why is relatable leadership the secret sauce to success? And what happens when you give yourself permission to reinvent yourself, over and over again? In this episode of the Be Who You Came to Be podcast, keynote speaker and author Rachel DeAlto joins host Tara Renze for a powerful, hilarious, and deeply human conversation on career pivots, emotional intelligence, and becoming the most authentic version of yourself.
Are your thoughts constantly spiraling, making you doubt yourself, others, or situations? In this episode, Tara Renze explores how to stop believing the stories in your head using reality testing.
Our brains are wired to fill in the blanks—and too often, we fill them with fear, insecurity, and worst-case scenarios. Reality testing is a key emotional intelligence skill that helps us challenge those narratives ...
Debt doesn’t define you—and it doesn’t have to win. In this episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara sits down with financial expert and Ramsey personality Jade Warshaw for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about money, identity, and what it really takes to rebuild your life from the ground up. Jade shares the full story of how she and her husband paid off $460,000 in debt over seven and a half years—not just th...
Grief isn’t a straight line—and it certainly doesn’t come with a manual. In this episode, Tara opens up about what helped her through grief (and what didn’t), sharing her personal journey after the sudden loss of her father and, more recently, her mother-in-law and a close family friend. This isn’t a how-to guide with all the perfect words. It’s a raw, honest conversation about heartbreak, healing, and the power of si...
In this powerful episode of the Be Who You Came To Be podcast, Tara Renze sits down with the magnetic and refreshingly real Giselle Ugarte—renowned online performance coach, speaker, and unapologetic advocate for authenticity on social media. Together, they unravel the complex relationship we have with digital platforms, diving deep into how fear, comparison, and outdated narratives prevent us from showing up as our t...
Do you struggle with the fear of judgment? In this powerful solo episode, Tara Renze shares the truth about how to stop worrying about what other people think of you — and why their opinions are none of your business. If you're ready to show up as your authentic self, without fear or apology, this conversation is for you.
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Success isn’t just about talent or luck—it’s about making the right choices, taking bold action, and showing up with confidence. But what truly sets successful women apart? In this episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara Renze sits down with Gail Davis, a powerhouse entrepreneur and founder of GDA Speakers, to uncover the key decisions, mindset shifts, and habits that make women unstoppable in business and life.
Life isn’t a race, and every experience, challenge, and success is unfolding at the right time. In this episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara Renze reflects on Women’s History Month and shares the advice she wishes she could give her younger self. From building confidence to embracing personal evolution, this solo episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and perspective for women at every stage of life.
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What if one decision could change everything? In this episode, Tara Renze sits down with DJ RanKan to talk about what it really means to bet on yourself, take risks, and chase your dreams with confidence. DJ RanKan shares his inspiring journey from following the “expected path” to forging his own way in the music industry, proving that trusting yourself is the key to unlocking the dream life you actually want.
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Feeling stuck in your career or personal life? Wondering if it’s too late to pivot, change paths, or rediscover your passion? It’s NOT. Reinvention isn’t about starting over—it’s about becoming more of who you were meant to be. In this episode, Tara Renze breaks down how to fearlessly reinvent yourself at any age, navigate life’s transitions, and step into your next chapter with confidence.
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In this episode of Be Who You Came To Be, Tara Renze sits down with Joel Goldberg to explore the powerful themes of grit and resilience. Joel shares his journey from childhood dreams to overcoming challenges, highlighting how emotional intelligence shapes athletes' mindset and success. Through real-life examples, including his own experiences and insights from the baseball world, Joel reveals practical ways to bu...
If you are feeling down, and need someone or something to speak life and hope into you...watch this video. It might be a life event, a current situation, or even just the winter blues...and in this episode, we are talking about how to build resiliency, and fighting for yourself!
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What if everything you had ever hoped for and dreamed of came crashing down at age 17? How do you rebuild? How do you dream again? How do you come to terms with accepting reality and stopping comparison games? Barb Betts vulnerable shares her story of how her life was changed forever at age 17, and what her life became as a result. Prepare to be inspired and re-energized to chase your dreams all while being mentally e...
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