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I AM ENOUGH & SO ARE YOU! NEW SHOW FORMAT on VOICES OF THE SACRED FEMININE! Discussing Sex, Power, Religion and Politics with Karen Tate, thought leader, author, speaker and social justice activist. Every Wednesday hear Dr. Rev. Karen Tate, discussing the bees buzzing round in her bonnet: local, national, global and personal from a Divine Feminine or Right Brain point of view. Some call it the Feminine Consciousness or the shift away from patriarchal values to manifest a new and much needed ...
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Trauma Demystified

Natalie Jovanic

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Welcome to Trauma Demystified by Bright Horizon Therapies, hosted by Natalie Jovanic, an experienced Trauma Counsellor and Trauma Recovery Coach. With a deep personal understanding of trauma, Natalie offers insights, tools, and gentleness to help you explore trauma and recovery. Join them as we unveil the truth about healing from trauma.
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Narcissist Apocalypse is a Purple Ribbon Award-winning storytelling podcast that amplifies the voices of those who have experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control, emotional abuse, domestic violence, family relationship abuse, and relationship trauma. Our guests share their stories of abuse survival, providing a source of validation, education, inspiration, and hope for those going through similar experiences. Join us and discover how you, too, can overcome the narcissist apocalypse.
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An enormous amount of time, money, effort, and good intentions goes into scientific research. But all too often the results aren’t shared – or effectively communicated – with those beyond the ivory tower of academia. The goal of Beyond the Jargon is to make academic research more accessible to a wider audience. Host Karen Albright engages listeners in a series of conversations designed to translate scientific research and to explore from a data-driven perspective the impacts of child abuse o ...
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A podcast where we dive deep into what really goes on inside of domestic violence relationships that makes it so hard to simply "just leave". Through stories of survivors, and practical conversations with guests, I am going to put the microscope back on what the abuser is doing that causes us to become so trapped in the first place, and how each survivor was eventually freed. We will discuss what abusive relationships look like, sound like, and feel like for the purpose of educating and rela ...
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Now Sober is dedicated to building a community that helps people understand the connection between childhood abuse and addiction, so they can stop their destructive behavior and embrace freedom from past trauma and shame.
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Beyond The Surface

Samantha Sellers

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Welcome to Beyond the Surface, where being seen means being understood. Here, we explore the ups and downs of exploring and sometimes losing faith and community, and the healing power of shared stories. This is a safe space to connect, share, and find support in our common experiences of religious trauma and leaving fundamental communities. Join us as we build a community of understanding and connection. Host - Sam Sellers; Therapist specialising in Religious Trauma and the Queer Community L ...
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Joe delves into the complexities of trauma and its impact on behaviors, emotions, and relationships. He emphasizes the importance of being authentically courageous and vulnerable. Joe shares his expertise and personal experiences to help listeners understand and overcome their struggles. The podcast provides a supportive and empathetic space for individuals to learn, reflect, and take steps towards a more authentic and fulfilling life. For access to all episodes and bonus content, subscribe ...
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Welcome to our podcast Parental Alienation: From Couch to Courtroom and Beyond. We will discuss the resisting and refusing dynamic, commonly referred to as Parental Alienation, how you know it’s happening and what can be done about it. The literature and research will be presented and show how this form of child abuse is a traumatic adverse childhood experience. Parental Alienation can cause stress and trauma in high conflict divorces. These podcasts focus on how attorneys and mental health ...
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Are you longing to understand the Bible verse-by-verse in a practical, life-changing way? Do you wish you had someone to walk with you through your questions, pain, and desire to grow deeper in your faith? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Welcome to God’s Word Transforming Lives, where we dig into the truth of Scripture and apply it to real life—healing, growth, and transformation through the power of God’s Word. I’m Amy Diane Ross, a Bible teacher, Grief Recovery Specialist, ...
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Join best-selling author and clinical psychologist Dr. David Hawkins as he unveils the truth about the complicated and challenging aspects of relationships. He addresses issues that many couples are struggling with but are not able to get effective help for, like narcissism, emotional, spiritual and financial abuse, secondary abuse and the church, trauma, sex addiction, divorce, separation and more. Tune in to gain insight and practical advice on how to bring health and healing to your relat ...
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Normally, therapy sessions are totally confidential — but this podcast opens the doors. In this season of Other People’s Problems, Dr. Hillary McBride explores the transformative power of psychedelics in a therapeutic setting. With her psychological expertise, Dr. Hillary leads her clients through drug-assisted therapy, guiding them to new heights on their healing journeys. Experience these real, unscripted sessions firsthand as they unfold in each episode. This season offers an unprecedente ...
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Becoming Me

Ann Yeong

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Becoming Me is your podcast companion and coach in your journey to a more integrated and authentic self. I explore the joys and challenges of the interior journey, and share practical wisdom about growing in wholeness and in living the authentic life. Visit www.becomingme.sg for podcast host bio, companion blog and subscribe to my mailing list for more engagement and resources!
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No Visible Bruises

Caroline Strawson

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Trauma & Narcissism Redefined is to help women thrive after the devastating effects from the trauma of narcissistic abuse. Hosted by Caroline Strawson, best-selling author, speaker and award-winning Trauma Therapist & Coach and founder of the #1 Trauma Informed Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Programme using a unique integration of tools such as Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Breath Work & Positive Psychology to help you move form Post Traumati ...
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Two Women, One Narcissist, and the Journey to Freedom In this raw and gripping podcast, Lizzie and Deana—two women who share the painful bond of having been married to the same narcissistic abuser—pull back the curtain on the devastating cycle of manipulation, betrayal, and gaslighting that they endured. Together, they unravel the dark truths of sexual addiction, financial abuse, trauma bonding, and double lives, while sharing how they found the courage to escape and reclaim their power. Thr ...
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Personality Hacker Podcast

Joel Mark Witt & Antonia Dodge

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Make better decisions based on how your mind works. Personality Hacker teaches you the coding language of your mind and how to use it to create great relationships - a fulfilling career and happiness. Are you born with your personality, or does it develop over time? What is intuition? What's the fastest way to use your natural gifts to improve overall happiness? Join Joel Mark Witt and Antonia Dodge as they discuss small changes in your personality and relationships that have big impact.
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What happens when two people, both in recovery, come together to rebuild their lives, heal their pasts, and navigate a relationship built on hope and growth? Welcome to a podcast where no topic is off-limits and every conversation is rooted in raw honesty and authenticity. Join Peter and Sophia, two individuals who have survived life’s darkest chapters and are now walking a shared path of discovery, healing, and purpose. Together, they explore what it means to grow individually and as a coup ...
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Different, not broken

Lauren "L2" Howard

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You’ve spent your whole life feeling like something’s wrong with you. Here’s a radical thought: what if you’re not broken - just different? Welcome to Different, Not Broken, the no-filter, emotionally intelligent, occasionally sweary podcast that challenges the idea that we all have to fit inside neat little boxes to be acceptable. Hosted by L2 (aka Lauren Howard), founder of LBee Health, this show dives into the real, raw and ridiculous sides of being neurodivergent, introverted, chronicall ...
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Emotional Badass

Nikki Eisenhauer

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Hosted by psychotherapist Nikki Eisenhauer, M.Ed. LPC, LCDC. This show provides essential emotional education on Mental Health, HSP (Highly Sensitive People), Narcissists & Manipulative personalities, healing from Trauma and PTSD, calming your nervous system, inner child work, and setting healthy boundaries. Emotional Badasses are survivors, thrivers, seekers, and healers! Expand and awaken to your higher purpose, be more present and authentic, find strength in spirituality, quiet the monkey ...
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The Allender Center Podcast

The Allender Center | Dr. Dan Allender

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The Allender Center Podcast features Dr. Dan Allender and his team engaging topics on healing and restoration through the unique intersection of theology and psychology. Through questions submitted by listeners, stories, interviews, and conversations, we engage the deep places of heartache and hope that are rarely addressed so candidly in our culture today. Join us to gain refreshing insight into understanding your story, handling relational struggles, recovering from trauma and abuse, and m ...
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Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, host of the Everyday Wellness podcast, author and international speaker, with over 15 million views for her second TEDx talk (Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique). With over 25 years experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in perimenopause/menopause and intermittent fasting, and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show. Her mission is to help empower women ...
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This channel is dedicated to all those brave fellow 'adult survivors of child sexual abuse'. You are not alone out there, you are believed and supported in finding your voice & handing the shame back to the abusers - where it belongs. Handing the Shame Back is a New Zealand based charity, focused on preventing child sexual abuse through education and supporting adult survivors. Find out more about us and what we do: https://www.handingtheshameback.org Each week, Handing the Shame Back will a ...
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She chose to heal is an honest reflection of my ongoing healing journey. I share the lessons I’ve picked up from heartbreak, navigating a domestic violent relationship, coercive control and childhood trauma to rebuilding through nervous system healing, sobriety, spirituality, self-love and daily habits that support growth, purpose and peace. This is a space for real conversations, soul-led healing and rediscovering yourself.
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Has it been a minute since you heard a thought-provoking conversation about culture? Brittany Luse wants to help. Each week, she takes the things everyone's talking about and, in conversation with her favorite creators, tastemakers, and experts, gives you new ways to think about them. Beyond the obvious takes. Because culture doesn't happen by accident. If you can't get enough, try It's Been a Minute Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plu ...
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ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION - Boardroom to Bedroom is your place to go for hot tips and tactics on how to negotiate your best life so you can stop missing out and start getting more of what you want and deserve … from the boardroom to the bedroom. All of life is a negotiation. It just may be the most important skill you’ll ever learn. And yet we’re not taught it. I invite you to question everything you thought you knew about negotiation. What if there’s a better way? A way to get better and ...
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The Unapologetic T.R.U.T.H.H. is a podcast about Transformation through Raw, unfiltered Trauma that will bring you Hope through Healing. Your host, Naomi Sparks — a mom, wife, coach, and cult survivor — dives into conversations about what it really means to work through trauma, sit with pain, and come out stronger. No fluff, no pretending, just real talk for anyone ready to stop hiding and start healing.
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Escape the Paradox

Helena Hickman

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Covering: Coercive Control | Domestic Violence | Childhood Trauma | Childhood Abuse | Healing after Abuse | Healing after Trauma | PTSD | C-PTSD | Trauma Recovery | Emotional and Psychological Abuse Welcome to Escape the Paradox, where I expose the hidden reality of coercive control and domestic violence including psychological, emotional and physical abuse. I’m Helena, a survivor of childhood abuse. I'm a mental health nursing student and advocate, here to support you in breaking free from ...
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Listen in on conversations with former members of the PBCC. Ex-members open a window into one of the world's most powerful and influential cult and it's links to the Conservatives, crime, corruption and pedophilia. Discussions peel back the hidden layers within these cults and reveal the real trauma that occurs behind closed doors. Join members on their journey toward understanding, healing and personal development.
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The Self-Love Recovery Podcast

Ross Rosenberg, M. Ed., LCPC, CADC

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Begin your recovery from narcissists and narcissistic abuse, codependency, gaslighting, trauma, and more with Ross Rosenberg's Self-Love Recovery Podcast! Expect to be informed, inspired & unburdened by master psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg, an international expert on narcissistic abuse, codependency & trauma recovery & best-selling author of The Human Magnet Syndrome. Millions of people have already been given hope, direction, and enlightenment through his YouTube contributions and book sal ...
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Relationship Mastery

Del Adey-Jones & Barry Selby

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Tune in each week, as Relationship Coaches, Del Adey-Jones and Barry Selby, come together to share their insights and expertise on various relationship topics. When they say relationships, they mean all relationships, not just romantic relationships. They will cover the dynamics of the relationships you have with your children, your parents, your boss, your co-worker, your siblings, your friends, and, most importantly, the relationship you have with yourselves!Show topics include Love, Commu ...
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Hi there! Welcome to Christian Emotional Recovery, a podcast for survivors of childhood trauma, childhood emotional neglect, childhood narcissistic abuse, and any form of trauma. Many of us spend years trying to heal, and don't get anywhere. We don't always target the trauma itself, which is so often what keeps us stuck. The nature of trauma is that it literally becomes lodged in our brains and bodies. Trauma must be targeted where it's at, deep in our bodies and minds. This podcast is where ...
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Welcome to the Stories Of A Phoenix Podcast where we talk about success after trauma and domestic violence. People, along with myself, who have been reborn through resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity and trauma come to share their tips, emotions, stories, and lives to help inspire, motivate, educate, and guide you. This podcast was created to help people healthily traverse trauma and adversity, to let them know they are not alone, and to provide information, education, and s ...
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The mission of this podcast is to help survivors within the Evangelical Christian community heal from domestic violence, abuse, and trauma. It features encouraging, uplifting music, guidance from from industry experts, and empowering survivor stories.
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Trauma Mama

Trauma Mama

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Discussion, information, and stories about trauma. What it is, how it happens, how it affects your brain and behaviors, and how to deal with it with mindfulness and DBT skills.
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THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness

Lesley Cain - Health and Wellness Coach, Trauma Informed Coach, Healthy Boundaries Coach

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***TOP 1.5% PODCAST*** Heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse. Do you want to disconnect from narcissistic or toxic relationships? Are you feeling stressed and lonely in dysfunctional family and work environments, or social groups? Are you ready to heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse? In this podcast, you’ll find holistically healing solutions to set you free from narcissistically abusive relationships, trauma-related health issues, and the enabling of toxic behavior. My mission is to ...
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My name is Whitney Walker, welcome to Women Waken! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist specialising in substance abuse, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, and Spirituality. Over 10 years ago I walked into a therapist office for the first time because I realised that I felt incapable of handling life. I abused drugs and alcohol, had rock bottom self esteem, often felt suicidal, was very self destructive, and had no idea how to resolve what felt like a complete mess inside my mind and em ...
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Lifted to Hope

Louise Sedgwick

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Making sense of God’s design for our lives and our day-to-day experience in a sinful world can be exhausting and lonely. Join me, Louise, Sedgwick, an author, minister, and survivor of childhood trauma each Tuesday as I share insights about my own healing journey as well as many other stories that will inspire you. Here you will discover the hope you’ve been craving. If you’re ready to experience true freedom from the past and finally connect with others and God, I’ve saved a seat for you.
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I am domestic abuse survivor ,a mother and a warrior on a mission to fight the battle in efforts to emancipate others who suffer at the hands of their abuser, victims who are still living with the devastation domestic abuse.My podcast follows my survivor story and those of other brave survivors.The podcast will also feature guest speakers who have knowledge and experience of working in the field as well as guests who are survivors,domestic abuse champions and ambassadors.I carried the shame ...
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Life After Devout is a podcast about what comes next—after the unraveling, after the silence, after the life you thought you had to live. Hosted by someone who left a high-control belief system, grieved a marriage, and disappeared for a year to rebuild from the inside out. Each episode explores healing, movement, identity, feminine energy, clarity, and emotional freedom. No gurus, no pressure—just honest, grounded conversations for anyone ready to return to themselves. If you’re in this with ...
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Sober Banter

Rachel & Colin Casey

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Sober Banter is a podcast about life without alcohol—real, relatable, and never boring. Hosts Rachel and Colin share honest conversations that explore sobriety with humor, heart, and a little chaos.
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The R Word is a raw and unfiltered podcast that provides a safe space for individuals to share their personal stories of sexual assault and trauma. Hosted by Catherine, this platform gives survivors the opportunity to speak their truth, empowering others to break the silence. Conversations and interviews with experts, offering insights and resources to help survivors find the support they need. This podcast is about healing, understanding, and shedding light on a sensitive issue that affects ...
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There are moments in life when the wounds run deep—when addiction, abuse, or trauma threaten to define us, silence us, and steal our power. But within those moments also lies a quiet strength—the strength to survive, to speak, and ultimately, to heal. This episode is a journey into that space of resilience and recovery. It’s an exploration of how w…
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Hey, Survivor! How do you navigate traumatic comparisons in narcissistic families and other relationships? In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience and insights on what I call “post-traumatic pissing contests. I’ll cover 3 key points to help you set healthy boundaries and hold space for yourself and others. Enough of the invalidation and…
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When the yelling stops, the lies fade, and the manipulative games come to a halt… does it mean they are getting better? In this episode, we explore the confusing and disorienting experience of living with someone who has changed their behaviors, but hasn’t done the real emotional work underneath. Drawing a parallel with the concept of a "dry drunk,…
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In this deeply honest episode, I sit down with Jim, a trauma recovery coach for men and author of Echoes of Broken Skies (available now on Amazon). Jim opens up about his own healing journey and how he’s helping other men break free from generational pain, emotional repression, and silent suffering. We dive into: Why men struggle to ask for help Ho…
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It's a remarkable thing when two souls recognize each other and come together to combine their powers and intention to create something incredible. This is the story of my guests this week, Malitta & Brad Seamon. Co-authors of the book, Mindset Freedom, they break down how to gain wisdom in leadership and love after adversity. They learned this thr…
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In this episode, Naomi shares the story of losing her father and the grief that followed, while exploring how his silence and emotional absence shaped her childhood. Raised in a cult where emotions were dismissed and questions discouraged, she learned to cope by shrinking her needs and hiding her pain. Her father, shaped by his own trauma, often di…
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In this episode, we hear Joel’s story of growing up queer within the weight of conservative evangelical beliefs while slowly finding refuge in contemplative forms of Christianity. He shares his journey from internal conflict and suppression to a life where both his faith and sexuality are fully embraced. We talk about the emotional and mental toll …
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This week Diana's guest Tim Thomas shares a compelling personal story about surviving a shark attack while spearfishing, and how trust, faith, and human connection played crucial roles in his survival. Thomas discusses the importance of breath work in managing trauma, enhancing sleep quality, and promoting overall well-being. He offers practical ex…
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I think its safe to say we all endure abuse to survive. That might sound like hyperbole, but that's because we have normalized so much abuse and exploitation in our lives. We say "Oh, that's just the way it is." But it shouldn't be. It is abuse, exploitation - maybe even in some people's lives they would call it a sin. Check out this segment and la…
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Nobody Knows What They’re Doing Have you ever found yourself glancing around a room (or a Zoom meeting, or a group chat, or the chaos of your living room) and wondered, “Who put me in charge—don’t they know I still feel sixteen most days?” Yeah, me too. In this episode of “Different, Not Broken,” I, Lauren Howard—L2 for the cool kids —am letting yo…
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There's one little statistic that seems to have gained a lot of attention recently: the birth rate. With pro-natalist ideas showing up in our culture and politics, Brittany wanted to know: why are people freaking out? Who's trying to solve the population equation, and how? Brittany is joined by Kelsey Piper, senior writer at Vox, and Gideon Lewis-K…
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I am honored to connect with Eamon Dolan today. Eamon is a book editor and is currently the Vice President and Executive Editor at Simon and Schuster. In our conversation, we discuss Eamon's book, The Power of Parting, where he explores the often-overlooked realities of abuse, shedding light on the lack of education and understanding of various typ…
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Are you suffering from the aftermath of a divorce? Are you finding it hard to let go and move on with your life? If so, the concept of a spiritual divorce might be just what you need to help you reclaim your life. The Spiritual Divorce, by Debbie Ford, reframes divorce as a sacred opportunity for healing and transformation. Instead of focusing on b…
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Meet Glenn Miles Survivor. Researcher. Nurse Although he suffered humiliation and sexualised school bullying at the hands of his peers, Glenn was seriously sexually abused at a Christian camp at age 13 by a 30-year-old male he was sharing a room with. He was told, this is normal and what men do. He felt it was somehow his fault, and then spent the …
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On this episode, I am joined by trauma therapist and abuse recovery coach- Quinn Padilla. We discuss topics such as what is a "one-off" mistake vs. a pattern, intent vs. action, and how an abuser will attempt to control the narrative. Get in touch with Quinn: Instagram: @itsquinnpadilla Website: https://www.itsquinnpadilla.com/ Grace's socials: Ins…
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Infidelity is one of the deepest wounds a marriage can face. Whether through an affair, pornography, or emotional betrayal, the pain can feel overwhelming, and the path forward unclear. In this solo episode, I share hard-won insights from walking alongside couples through the heartbreak of infidelity toward the possibility of healing. Not all marri…
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Before we dive in, I’m thrilled to invite you to a free live masterclass I’m hosting, “Pain to Purpose: Building a Trauma Informed Business for Survivors of Narcissistic & Domestic Abuse.” on Sunday, the 29th of June. I’ll pop the link below and if you can join me live, fantastic. But even if you can’t, still register and I’ll send you the recordin…
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In this episode of the Personality Hacker podcast, Joel and Antonia explore how personality types influence emotional experiences, including emotional dysregulation, co-regulation, self-regulation, and the transformative practice of self-parenting through understanding feelings.] https://personalityhacker.com…
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That’s the problem. Victims are constantly blamed for surviving. Cassie’s story is one of so many — and this is why I spoke out on my latest podcast episode. Because staying silent only protects abusers. Don’t Be Shady Podcast — New episode out now. #Cassie #Diddy #DomesticViolenceAwareness #WhySheStayed #VictimBlaming #SurvivorStory #DontBeShadyPo…
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Adriana Smith's pregnancy became an ethical and legal quandary. After being declared brain dead, a Georgia hospital kept her on life support without her family's consent because of the state's abortion laws. Now that the baby has been delivered and Smith taken off life support, Brittany wonders: how has the conservative effort to see fetuses as peo…
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On the first episode of "Talk It Out Tuesdays", Lizzie and Deana discuss the phenomenon of "gray divorce", particularly focusing on the emotional and financial impacts of divorce for individuals over 50. They share personal experiences of navigating divorce in midlife, the challenges of dating, and the importance of personal growth and healing. The…
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I was happy to connect with Dr. Louann Brizendine today! She is the founder of the Women’s Mood and Hormone Clinic at UCSF. She completed her degree in Neurobiology at the University of California, Berkeley, graduated from Yale School of Medicine, and completed her internship and residency at Harvard Medical School. She also served on the faculty o…
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What if a secretive cult used a disaster relief charity to dodge taxes and launder its image? This investigation exposes how the PBCC created the RRT to secure tax breaks, win government grants, and hide abuse—backed by leaks, records, and insider evidence, this is the story the RRT doesn’t want you to hear.Chapter 1 00:00:47:04The RRT claimed to d…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Moon about her abusive relationship with a manipulative future-faking narcissist. At 32, Moon sought a life partner, leading to a whirlwind romance with her now ex-husband. Moon's ex was initially charming, but it didn't take long for his manipulative behavior to be revealed. Moon endured…
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You can love Jesus deeply and still not know how to pray in your pain. You can serve Him faithfully and still sit in silence with a broken heart. That doesn’t make you weak—it makes you real. In this week's message, we're diving into what it means to pray through pain—especially when you don’t even have the words. When all you can do is cry, groan,…
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Empathy — we all think we know what it means, until we’re in a relationship where it’s missing. Covert narcissists are often skilled at sounding emotionally intelligent. They can say the right words, mirror emotional language, and even cry on cue — but something still feels off. That’s because what they offer isn’t real empathy; it’s a performance.…
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Many people misunderstand their attachment style, overidentify with labels, or confuse trauma responses with personality traits. Today we break down secure and insecure attachment, discuss how anxious and avoidant dynamics form, and look at how emotional abuse and trauma erode self-trust. Many highly sensitive people (HSPs) often internalize critic…
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Send us a text Coercive Control | Domestic Violence | Childhood Trauma | Childhood Abuse | Healing after Abuse | Healing after Trauma When you leave an abusive relationship, especially one marked by coercive control, it’s not uncommon for the abuser to launch a smear campaign. This is a deliberate attempt to discredit you, isolate you, and control …
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Send us a text Welcome to The R Word. In this episode, Meg talks about abuse on more than one occasion, which sadly, isn't uncommon. She talks in depth about her experiences, assaulted on different occasions, by different men as a teenager and we discuss consent within marriage, a topic which seems to be a bit of a grey area for many of us. We also…
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Welcome to my first solo AMA episode in quite some time! I recently submitted the second round of edits for my book. That excited me and inspired me to reach out on social media and invite questions from my listeners and community. In my conversation today, I dive into weight loss resistance and reverse dieting, and I also share what I have been do…
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In this conversation, Lizzie and Deana explore the complexities of manipulation within faith-based relationships, particularly focusing on how women of faith may be more susceptible to manipulative behaviors. They discuss various manipulation tactics, including passive-aggressive humor, emotional guilt, and triangulation, while emphasizing the impo…
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The collective is deciding Humpty Trumpty is falling off the wall. He's cracking and failing and we began to really notice with the coming of the sun and the Beneficence of Jupiter at Summer Solstice 2025! Give a listen. As we will it, so shall it be. The Collective Consciousness creates it's reality!…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Kaya about her toxic relationship with a psychological abuser. It's a story of addiction, fear, smear campaigns, post relationship abuse, gaslighting, triangulation, spirituality, the big book, feeling seen, push/pulls, isolation, custody, victim playing, murder, child bullying, child mim…
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If you like a good story, we think you’ll like this episode. This week, we’re honored to welcome John Kasich—a national leader, lifelong public servant, and gifted storyteller. Throughout his career, he’s met thousands of people, and he’s here to share just a few of the stories that have stayed with him. As the 69th Governor of Ohio (2011–2019), Go…
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Many Millennials are either already in their 40's, or they're staring them down. Are they having a midlife crisis? As this generation enters midlife, their lives look really different from their parents' lives: Millennials are more educated and have a higher median net worth, but the generation is also more unequal than previous generations, has hi…
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Eryka V. is a queer, sober, first-generation founder and the co-creator of Namari—a non-alcoholic digestif rooted in intention, ritual, and bold flavor. In this episode, we talk about what happens when you quit alcohol, meat, and caffeine all at once—and how that radical choice led to clarity, creativity, and the launch of something revolutionary. …
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Are they a covert narcissist or an alcoholic? What if the alcohol goes away? Does this get better? In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, I sit down with Todd Rennebohm, host of Bunny Hugs and Mental Health, to explore the complex intersection of addiction, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and misunderstood behaviors. Todd opens up abou…
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Naomi talks about why setting boundaries can feel so hard, even when we know it’s the right thing to do. She explains how growing up with conditional love, emotional neglect, or strict rules can teach us to stay small and quiet to feel safe. This episode is about learning how to care for the younger version of yourself, the one who still worries ab…
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Spiritual abuse is at the heart of this episode, as Tyler shares his powerful story of leaving a high-control evangelical ministry and the emotional fallout that followed. Raised in a conservative Christian environment, Tyler opens up about the deep impact of excommunication, shame, and the pressure to conform, especially as he began to embrace his…
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So many of us are saturated in abuse and exploitation. It can be coming from family, the workplace, religion, the media, police. It might be institutional. It can be mild or blatant, even life threatening. Even though it might not feel good to talk about it, we must. We must shed light on it, heal it, so the trauma doesn't affect our decisions movi…
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Well done, you've decided to escape MAGA. Here's the learning moment. Your trauma is not an excuse to create more trauma It finally happened. Someone said it out loud. Someone from the inside. Not in a viral Twitter thread or anonymous Reddit post, but right here, in full view and full voice. Most of us have our ideas — the way we imagine 'the MAGA…
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It's summer! Which means Brittany is going to be... 1) outside, 2) chilling, and 3) reading. So it's once again time for It's Been a Minute's annual summer books episode! Celebrated romance authors Bolu Babalola and Emily Henry return to the show to discuss their summer reading recommendations, ranging from spiteful and salacious to sweet and spicy…
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I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Scott Sherr today. He is a board-certified internal medicine physician, a certified practitioner of health optimization medicine, and the COO of Troscriptions, a range of physician-formulated, pharmaceutical-grade, precision-dose supplements containing innovative ingredients like methylene blue, with formulas to…
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