⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING
This episode contains discussions about adoption trauma, parental illness, grief, addiction, and moments of suicidal ideation. These topics may be emotionally difficult for some viewers. Listener discretion is strongly advised. If you are currently struggling, reach out to someone you trust or a mental health professional before continuing.

On today’s episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Rah sits down with Augusto Weber, one of the owners of The Blank Space NYC, to share a story that is as heartbreaking as it is inspiring.

Augusto was born in Peru and adopted at seven years old, brought to New York City to begin a new life with his adoptive mother. Not long after, she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. As a child and teenager, he had to navigate the confusion, responsibility, and emotional weight of watching the person he loved most slowly decline. Despite the challenges, his love for her never wavered.

In one of the most emotional moments of the interview, Augusto opens up about being asked by doctors to pull the plug as his mother lay on her deathbed. He refused. Hours later, in the early morning, he received the call that she had passed away. That moment shattered him.

What followed was a spiral into drugs, alcohol, and self destruction. Augusto speaks openly about the darkness he fell into, the numbness, and the night he found himself ready to take his own life. But instead of breaking, he chose to fight. He chose to live.

Today, Augusto is a creator, a community builder, and the owner of The Blank Space NYC. His space was born from pain, purpose, and the desire to bring people together. His story is not just about trauma. It’s about resilience, identity, and the courage it takes to rebuild when everything feels lost.

This episode is raw, emotional, and deeply human. Behind every success story is someone who had to survive something unimaginable. This is Augusto’s truth.

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On this powerful episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Rah sits down with Saagar Modi, founder of Conscious Talent Management — a man whose journey through mental illness, identity, and spiritual rebirth is as raw as it is inspiring.

At just 18 years old, Saagar experienced a severe psychosis episode that shattered his sense of reality. He faced terrifying intrusive thoughts, including the fear of harming the very people he loved most. Instead of hiding this chapter, he chooses to speak openly about it — not for shock value, but to break stigma and help others understand what psychosis truly feels like from the inside.

Saagar walks us through the emotional chaos of losing control of his mind, the shame and fear that followed, and the long road of therapy, treatment, and rebuilding trust in himself. He explains the difference between intrusive thoughts and intention, and how learning that distinction saved his life.

Today, Saagar is a mental health advocate, a spiritual seeker, and the founder of Conscious Talent Management, where he connects models, actors, creators, and artists with opportunities rooted in integrity and compassion. His story is a reminder that healing is not linear — it’s a rebirth, a reconstruction, and a reclaiming of identity.

This conversation is honest, vulnerable, and deeply human.
It’s about the mind, the soul, and the courage it takes to come back from the darkest places.

This is Saagar’s truth — unfiltered, brave, and transformative.

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In this emotional and unforgettable episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, we sit down with Daniel Chacon, a man whose life changed in an instant. Daniel came to the United States and to New York City searching for opportunity, but life was far from easy. He worked hard, pushed through struggle, and tried to build a new beginning.

Then everything shifted. Just before the pandemic, on his way to a game, Daniel was struck by a car while walking on the sidewalk. He woke up in the hospital and learned he had lost his leg. His recovery was long, painful, and filled with moments where he had no one. But strangers stepped up. People he never met before became the support he needed when he had no family here.

Daniel refused to give up. In 2024 he launched his own podcast and wrote his book Volviendo a Casa. His story proves to the world that nothing can hold you back when your spirit is stronger than your circumstances. He speaks openly about the challenges, the loneliness, the fear, and the strength it took to rebuild his life from the ground up.

This episode is raw, inspiring, and a reminder that even when life hits you without warning, you can rise again. Daniel is living proof that purpose can be born from pain and that resilience can carry you through the darkest moments.

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This powerful episode of Your Trauma Talks, hosted by Rahul K. Maharaj, known worldwide as Mr. Trauma Talks, in collaboration with Trauma Behind the Glamour, brings forward one of the most raw and unfiltered conversations ever recorded on the platform. Chris Leon Johnson sits down with Rah to speak openly about the controversy surrounding his recent comments about Mayor Mamdani. Chris shares his personal perspective on what he feels is happening in the city, why he believes certain promises were not fulfilled, and why he views the mayor as more active on social media than present in the communities that need support. These are his words, his experiences, and his truth, shared in a safe space created by Rah.

Chris opens up about growing up as a special needs youth, surviving bullying, and navigating a system that often left him behind. He talks about coming to New York City at fifteen, living through twenty years of change, and what he hopes to see for the future of the city he calls home. He reflects on his journey as a journalist and speaks honestly about mistakes he made in 2024, taking accountability and asking for forgiveness for choices he is no longer proud of.

Rah guides the conversation with empathy, understanding, and the ability to put himself in another person’s shoes, allowing Chris to speak without fear, without judgment, and without filters. This is not politics. This is a human being telling his story. This is healing, reflection, and redemption happening in real time.

This episode is emotional, powerful, and unforgettable. It is the kind of conversation that spreads because it is real and because Rah creates a space where truth can finally breathe.

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This week on Trauma Behind the Glamor, Rah "MrTraumaTalks" sit down with a woman whose creativity, resilience, and heart have shaped an entire movement in fashion and pet couture — Janelle Funari, the visionary behind Maxine Avenue NYC and Funari New York.

In this intimate conversation, Janelle opens up about navigating deep personal loss during the pandemic, the emotional journey that reshaped her purpose, and the unexpected healing that came from her beloved French bulldog, Maxine. What began as a search for stylish clothing for her curvy pup transformed into a full eco‑friendly, vegan, hypoallergenic fashion line — now worn by pets and their owners across NYC.

Janelle also shares her incredible 20‑year career launching over 100 brands, her CFDA‑accredited consulting work, her global runway presence, and the celebrities who have worn her designs. From couture bridal to children’s wear, from lingerie to sportswear, from Target to Paris Fashion Week — her impact is undeniable.

This episode is a celebration of love, loss, creativity, healing, and the powerful bond between humans and their pets.
A must‑watch for anyone who believes in turning pain into purpose.

This week on Trauma Behind the Glamor, we sit down with powerhouse designer Janelle Funari, the creator of Maxine Avenue NYC — a brand born from love, loss, and the healing magic of her Frenchie, Maxine.

She opens up about losing someone close during the pandemic, rebuilding her life through creativity, and launching one of the most unique eco‑friendly pet couture lines in NYC.
A raw, inspiring, beautiful spotlight.

🎥 Watch the full interview — this one hits the heart.

Janelle shares her emotional journey through loss during the pandemic, the healing she found through her dog Maxine, and how that love inspired a full eco‑friendly, vegan pet couture line — now expanded into a “match your pet” collection.

From NYFW to Paris, from Target to luxury boutiques, from celebrities to everyday families — Janelle’s work has touched the world.
But today, she shares the story behind the glamor… and it’s powerful.

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 In a sonic realm where depth meets tenderness, Nashville‑based siren and songsmith Meghan Pulles creates music with a healing mission. Her voice carries the kind of emotional truth that doesn’t just tell a story — it reveals one. Every note she sings holds space for transformation, moving with the soft power of vulnerability, survival, and lived experience.

Meghan’s journey is rooted in pain she never asked for, especially the wounds left by a mother who had a “favorite child” — and it wasn’t her. That kind of emotional abandonment shapes a person, and Meghan turned that ache into art. She even wrote a song about it, “Favorite Child,” a raw, haunting reflection of what it feels like to grow up unseen, unheard, and unchosen.

Her music lets you feel the childhood she had to survive.

Rah met Meghan at the Post‑GRAMMYs, where she had just come from the GRAMMY Awards — a moment that symbolized not just success, but resilience. Despite everything she endured, she stood in that room as a woman who refused to let her past silence her future.

In this episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Meghan opens up about:

Growing up with a mother who favored another child

The emotional scars that shaped her identity

How music became her lifeline

The pain behind her song “Favorite Child”

The healing she found in songwriting

What it meant to be at the GRAMMYs after everything she survived

How she channels trauma into sound that touches the soul

Her voice doesn’t just sing — it remembers.
It carries the weight of what she lived through and the hope of who she became.

This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply human — a reminder that behind every artist is a story, and behind every story is a survivor.

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In this raw and revealing episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Desiree’ Tulsidai Kinney steps out from behind the accolades, awards, and media spotlight to share the truth behind her rise. Born to a single mother from South America, Desiree’ grew up watching strength in its purest form — and then faced heartbreak when her stepfather battled cancer, only to receive another devastating call: her biological father had been diagnosed as well.

She opens up about the pain she carried, the pressure she felt, and the resilience she had to build long before she ever wore a crown. Desiree’ speaks candidly about surviving an abusive relationship, rebuilding her life, and buying her own home through sheer determination and her financial expertise.

From being told she wasn’t enough, to becoming a model, a media personality, a keynote speaker, and the CEO of The Business Matchmaker — Desiree’ proves that trauma does not define you, but it can refine you.

This is the story of a woman who refused to break, refused to shrink, and refused to let her past silence her future.
This is Desiree’ Kinney — visionary, survivor, leader, and the definition of rising with purpose.

In this episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Desiree’ Tulsidai Kinney shares her powerful journey from a childhood shaped by a single mother from South America, to losing father figures to cancer, to surviving an abusive relationship, and rebuilding her life through education, financial mastery, and resilience. Today, she is a CEO, media personality, award‑winning leader, and model who has walked runways and built a career empowering women. This episode explores trauma, healing, self‑worth, career success, and the courage to rise after pain.

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In this deeply moving episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Gaby Haas opens up about a journey marked by unimaginable loss and extraordinary resilience. Losing her mother at a young age — and her father just five years later — Gaby grew up learning how to survive without the people she loved most. But instead of breaking, she transformed.

She shares how modeling in Europe seemed impossible, how doors closed in her face, and how designers insulted her body, telling her she needed to be “more fat” to fit their standards. Yet she refused to shrink her spirit. When she came to the United States, everything changed. For the past eight years, Gaby has walked runways in Paris, Milan, and New York City, proving that no one can define her worth but her.

Today, she uses her pain as purpose — coaching women, training them to love themselves, and teaching them to honor their bodies with strength and compassion. Her message is simple but life‑changing: “Love those that really love you. Love, as if there was nothing more important in your life.”

This is Gaby Haas — a survivor, a model, a mentor, and a woman who kept walking even when the world tried to stop her.

In this episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Gaby Haas shares her powerful story of losing both parents at a young age, surviving deep emotional pain, and rebuilding her life through modeling and self‑love. After facing rejection and body‑shaming in Europe, Gaby came to the United States and spent the last eight years walking runways in Paris, Milan, and New York City. She now coaches women in fitness, confidence, and self‑worth. This episode explores grief, resilience, body image, healing, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward.

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 Mexican‑born and NYC‑based, Martha Schreiner is a force of nature — a TV host, comedian, creator, and unapologetic Latina powerhouse whose light refuses to dim. Behind her magnetic stage presence and bold humor is a woman who survived childhood trauma, bullying, and years of being told she wasn’t “enough.” Yet she rose anyway.

In this intimate conversation on Sitting With MrTraumaTalks, Martha opens up about the pain she carried in silence, the courage it took to reclaim her voice, and the unwavering support of her husband who helped her rebuild her sense of safety and self‑worth. From being a bigger girl who was mocked, to a young woman whose dreams were dismissed, to a mother, creator, and keynote speaker commanding major stages — Martha is living proof that healing is possible and that joy can grow from the darkest soil.

Her story is not about what happened to her — it’s about who she became.
Brilliant. Hilarious. Resilient. Magnificent.
This is Martha Schreiner.

In this emotional and empowering episode of Sitting With MrTraumaTalks, Mexican‑born, NYC‑based TV host and comedian Martha Schreiner shares her journey from childhood trauma and bullying to becoming a celebrated creator, keynote speaker, and host of The Martha Schreiner Show. She opens up about body image, Latina identity, family expectations, and the deep healing supported by her husband. This episode is about resilience, culture, humor, and the power of reclaiming your story.

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 In this raw and revealing episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, Rah sits down with NYC actor, writer, and stand‑up comic Piyali Syam — a rising force whose viral comedy has taken her from the Today Show to stages across New York. But behind the humor is a woman navigating the emotional cost of visibility in the digital age.

Piyali opens up about the dark side of social media, where anonymous trolls and faceless accounts unleash cruelty without consequence. She shares how cyberbullying impacts mental health, creativity, and self‑worth — and why therapy has become a lifeline in her journey.

From her hit solo show “How Sex Ruined My Life” to her viral sketch “If Succession Was Indian,” Piyali talks about the pressure to perform, the vulnerability of being seen, and the resilience required to keep creating in a world that can be both uplifting and vicious.

This conversation is honest, funny, painful, and deeply human, a reminder that behind every video, every joke, every viral moment… there is a real person fighting battles we never see.

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Paul Anthony from the legendary group Full Force sits down with Rah "Mr. Trauma Talks" for a raw and powerful conversation about his life, his music, and his healing. Paul opens up about surviving cancer, the spiritual and emotional journey that changed him, and the strength he found through family, faith, and purpose.

He takes us back to singing on the streets at age 12, the rise of Full Force, the impact of his brothers, and the legacy they built together. Paul also speaks about the upcoming Resilience Mental Health Conference at the Palladium Times Square and invites the world to come out and be part of something meaningful.

This interview is real, emotional, inspiring, and filled with wisdom from a man who has lived through the fire and came out stronger.

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Featuring Calicho Arévalo: Urban Surrealism & Wildlife Oxymorons
On this episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, we step inside the world of Calicho Arévalo, an artist and architect whose work transforms the chaos of the city into a living, breathing ecosystem of color, imagination, and emotional truth.

Born in Bogotá and now rooted in New York City, Calicho creates art that blurs the line between the real and the surreal. His signature style, Urban Surrealism, fuses architectural precision with the wild, playful energy of the inner child. Through his concept of the “Wildlife Oxymoron,” he reimagines animals as guardians of the concrete jungle, revealing the contradiction of nature surviving — and thriving — inside the artificial world we build around ourselves.

But behind the vibrant colors, the iconic cityscapes, and the global collaborations with brands like Puma, Foot Locker, and NAMI, there is a deeper story.
A story of belonging.
A story of transformation.
A story of searching for home in a world that is constantly shifting.

Calicho’s recurring Portals are more than artistic motifs — they are metaphors for the moments in life when we step through pain, identity, displacement, and reinvention. His journey, like his art, is layered with resilience, imagination, and the emotional truth of someone who has learned to navigate multiple worlds at once.

In this intimate conversation, we explore the man behind the murals, the architect behind the surrealism, and the human behind the glamor. We talk about the experiences that shaped him, the trauma that informed his vision, and the healing that continues to guide his mission — including his commitment to animal rescue and advocacy.

This is Calicho Arévalo beyond the canvas.
This is the story behind the art.
This is Trauma Behind the Glamor.

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This week on Trauma Behind The Glamor, hosted by Rah MrTraumaTalks, we sit down with Shardèi Louis, a runway model, actress, clinical mental health counselor, and CEO of Transitions, a clinical case management organization dedicated to structured support and holistic care.

Shardèi’s life reflects the intersection of beauty, trauma, leadership, and resilience. As a domestic violence survivor and mother of a special needs child navigating post traumatic stress disorder, she shares what it truly means to survive abuse while building a professional life rooted in healing and advocacy.

Beyond the runway and performance spaces, Shardèi brings clinical expertise, academic research, and executive leadership into the conversation. Currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Administration, and having written graduate level research on race, workplace diversity, and organizational restructuring, she speaks boldly on systemic change and personal accountability.

This episode explores what happens behind the glamor. The trauma no one sees. The strength required to rebuild. And how lived experience can become leadership.

Hosted by Rah MrTraumaTalks, this conversation is about survival, systems, motherhood, mental health, and reclaiming power on your own terms.

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On this compelling episode of Your Trauma Talks, we turn the spotlight toward the man behind the masterpieces, Celebrity Designer Prashant Goyal, founder of Heritage India Fashions and International Heritage Fashion Week. Known globally for dressing icons, shaping couture on international runways, and preserving Indian heritage through fashion, Prashant steps beyond the spotlight to share the human story behind the success.

In an intimate talk and heartfelt interview guided by Rah MrTraumaTalks, Prashant opens up about the emotional realities of life in fashion, the pressure of visibility, and the unspoken challenges designers and creatives face behind the scenes. He reflects on identity, judgment, resilience, and the silent expectations that come with operating in an industry built on perfection, beauty, and constant performance.

Prashant speaks honestly about navigating trauma within the creative world, the responsibility designers carry toward models and collaborators, and the emotional toll of building a legacy while protecting one’s inner world. His story reminds us that glamour often hides vulnerability and that creativity is frequently born from pain, discipline, and survival.

The conversation also explores his global journey from preserving Indian craftsmanship to producing International Heritage Fashion Week, a platform rooted in unity, culture, and storytelling. Prashant reflects on how heritage, artistry, and emotional truth intersect and why fashion is not just clothing but a language of identity, healing, and belonging.

This episode is part of our ongoing series Trauma Behind the Glamour, where we uncover the unseen stories behind success and celebrate the courage it takes to show up authentically. Prashant’s voice offers reassurance to creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who has ever felt the weight of expectation while trying to remain true to themselves.

This is not just a fashion conversation.
 It is a human one.
 A reminder that healing and success can coexist.

Listen now and witness the story behind the silhouette.

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In this episode of Trauma Behind the Glamor, we feature a remarkable woman whose journey reflects both triumph and resilience. Originally from Russia, she has lived in the United States for more than twenty years, building a successful career as a licensed psychotherapist with her own private practice. At the age of 40, she made the bold decision to pursue the dreams she once set aside and entered the world of modeling.
Although told at 20 that she was too short to succeed, she later signed with OMAC Modeling and Talent and went on to walk runways in Paris, Milan, London, Dubai, and New York City. Her work has been published in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. She achieved these milestones while raising four children as a single mother and continuing her full-time career as a psychologist.
Her story is also marked by profound loss. After ten years of silence, she learned that her mother had died by suicide, a devastating moment that shaped her journey and deepened her commitment to living authentically. Through grief and adversity, she has continued to inspire women everywhere with her message that it is never too late to follow your heart.
She admires authenticity in fashion, such as Pamela Anderson’s barefaced runway walk, and supports designers like Tyekia Vegan Designer, whose bold creations promote peace, nonviolence, and compassion. Whether she is in professional attire for her clients, in workout gear for her runs, or in gowns on the runway, she embodies strength, creativity, and courage.
Her life is proof that dreams do not expire. They wait for us to be ready. This is the kind of story we celebrate on Trauma Behind the Glamor: the humanity behind the spotlight and the resilience behind the success.

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Nicole Cornetti didn't stop even though she have been through different types of Traumas from a very young age as she loss her mother at a tender age. Nicole is a Published International Fashion Model & Mrs NY Universe 2025-26
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Esther Alexandra JiN is a multifaceted talent working as a model, freelance makeup artist, and currently training to become a medical aesthetician. Her journey has been shaped by struggles with self-appearance and dysphoria, driving her to help others feel beautiful both inside and out. Esther has faced her share of traumas and endured deep depression for several years. Through relentless hard work, staying busy, a supportive family, and therapy, she has overcome many obstacles. While she continues to navigate her personal struggles, Esther proudly walks a path toward a bright and promising future.

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Alona Johnson began her modeling career at the age of 14, participating in local fashion shows in her hometown of Peoria, IL. At 18, she moved to Chicago, where she modeled and appeared in commercials with Lily's Talent Agency. Since then, Alona has collaborated with the Chicago Talent Network and Belle Agency.

Her career brought her to New York City, where she has modeled for a variety of designers including Diana Marach, Bimboa Designs, John Naftali, Karina Tarski, Cariam Fashions, and Ikaika Designs. Alona has also been a prominent figure in Brooklyn Fashion Week. She is currently signed with MMG Models and Talent and Latitude NYC.

In addition to modeling, Alona has pursued acting, starring in music videos, short films, and feature films. She has also worked as a background actor on shows such as FBI, FBI: Most Wanted, Raising Kanan, Godfather of Harlem, and Law & Order.

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Beyond Art Space is a forward-thinking art company founded two years ago with a vision of creating immersive art experiences that transcend traditional boundaries. Initially starting as an affordable gallery space, it quickly evolved into a vibrant community inspired by the voices and ideas of local artists. This collaboration transformed Beyond Art Space into a platform where diverse creative visions converge in innovative ways.

Our mission is to craft dynamic environments and events that blend various forms of art—visual, performance, digital, and more—into seamless, engaging experiences. Through curated exhibitions, unique installations, and interactive events, Beyond Art Space offers art collectors the opportunity to discover exceptional works that inspire and transform both spaces and lives.

We are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where artists and collectors can connect, collaborate, and explore new ways to use art as a tool for creativity and positive change. By bringing together the visions of diverse artists, we create memorable experiences that resonate long after the event has ended.

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Special Guest Zoha Khan. Join us as we have a fun experience learning about the everyday struggles of Zoha behind all the glamor to be the successful person she is today..

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