Patrick Custer

Rooted Recovery Stories

Patrick Custer

  • "Being Normal is Vastly Overrated" (feat.Vadalia Anne Gentry) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #159

"Being Normal is Vastly Overrated" (feat.Vadalia Anne Gentry) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #159

Thursday 27th June 2024

Join Patrick Custer as he chats with Vidalia Anne Gentry about creativity, empathy, and embracing one's true self in the Nashville drag scene.
61 minutes
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Rooted Recovery Stories
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Patrick Custer
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Vidalia Anne Gentry: Embracing Imperfection and Self-Expression

Episode Overview

  • Vidalia shares her experiences with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
  • Importance of creativity and empathy in personal growth.
  • Embracing self-expression without striving for perfection.
  • Cultural shifts in understanding gender and identity.
  • Vidalia's impact as a businesswoman and activist.
When you become the image of your own imagination, that's the most powerful thing you can do.
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with the vibrant and multi-talented Vidalia Anne Gentry, also known as Drag Queen VAG or Vag4Short. Vidalia opens up about her journey from childhood to becoming a prominent figure in the Nashville drag scene. She shares her experiences with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and how it has influenced her life as a performer and individual.
Through heartfelt anecdotes, Vidalia discusses the importance of creativity, empathy, and self-expression without the burden of perfectionism. Her story is not just about drag but also about finding one's true self amidst societal pressures. Vidalia's candid reflections on her path to self-acceptance and her impact as a businesswoman and activist offer a compelling narrative that many can relate to. Patrick and Vidalia also touch on the broader cultural shifts regarding gender and identity, making this episode both engaging and thought-provoking.
If you're looking for an inspiring tale of resilience and authenticity, this conversation is a must-listen.