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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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Trauma Behind the Glamor
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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