Family Abuse Podcasts Episodes

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Lori Lee shares her traumatic childhood experiences, detailing her father's controlling behavior, her mother's addiction, and the chaotic family dynamics. Her father was emotionally distant and physically intimidating, while her mother, Penny, struggled with addiction and mental health issues. Lori was sent to live with her grandmother due to her mother's condition, only to be taken by her dad to live with him and her resentful new stepmother. It's a st...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Roxy about growing up with a narcissistic mother who was a pathological liar. It's a story of caretaking, trauma, questioning reality, only child guilt, and letting go. Plus they discuss, validation, addiction, death, neglect, rage, the healing process, infidelity, security, fears, theft, fraud, jail, and much more. This episode may be a family story, but even if you're in a relationship, you'll feel what Roxy has to say. She's infecti...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, July shares her story of abuse at the hands of a manipulative narcissist. July thought she met the perfect man, but he turned out to be the perfect wolf in sheep's clothing. By exploiting July's biggest strength, July's ex turned it into her biggest weakness, which almost cost July her life. It’s a story of anxious attachment, communication manipulation, avoiding confrontation, toxic masculinity, sexual coercion, & the support of your friends. Plus they...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Molly shares her journey of narcissistic abuse spanning three generations, involving her mother, ex-husband, and daughters. It's a story of intergenerational trauma, re-enactments, emotionally immature parents, people pleasing, financial abuse, withholding, silent treatments, parental alienation, gaslighting, neglect, boundaries, minimization, healing, radical acceptance, support systems, and self-validation. If you want to be a guest on our survivor s...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Storm about the distorted reality of her narcissistic mother. It’s a story of doubt sowing, identity issues, being used, and realizing you’re in the twilight zone. When Storm finally sees her mom for who she truly is, it becomes a fascinating look at her psychology in one fell swoop. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, justification, minimization, rationalization, and kernels of truth. *** CONTENT WARNING - We do discuss a suicide attempt...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Mode about her abusive relationship with a dismissive abuser. What started as a relationship dream come true, eventually turned into a frog in the boiling pot story. Mode didn't even realize what was happening, as her friends needed to point it out to her. After the relationship ended, things devolved further as Mode became the receptacle for everything wrong in her ex's life. It's a story of dismissiveness, rants, negativity, dark cl...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon Chadwick talks with The Black Autistic Polymath about their journey of awakening from a life of intergenerational trauma and abuse from his mother. They discuss the oppression of black women in the United States, which directly impacted their family, and how narcissistic dynamics were created, starting with their Big Mama, Willie Mae. It's a story of emotional abuse, scapegoats, welfare, The Matrix, vindictiveness, gender, family systems, autism...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Shuri about the bullying she endured at the hands of her mother. It's a story of physical abuse, emotional eating, medical neglect, and wanting the mother you never had. Plus they discuss, enmeshment, financial abuse, the church community, conditional love, the trauma obesity connection, trauma cycles, cptsd, and much more. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses physical abuse. *** If you want to be a guest on our survivor stor...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Karoline about her volatile upbringing with an abusive mother, and her marriage to a narcissistic musician, marked by emotional, physical, and financial abuse. Karoline stayed in the relationship for a long time due to the pull of their trauma bond. However, once Karoline saw her husband's manipulative behavior during a prolonged and costly divorce process, the fog of the trauma bond dissipated, and she was able to begin the healing pr...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Arden about being raised by a neglectful abusive mother. Arden thought she had dealt with the trauma from her abuse, but the floodgates of pain opened back up when she broke no contact with her mother. Arden reached out to Brandon shortly after this event, and today, Arden uses her voice to share her experience. It's a story of gaslighting, being voiceless, abandonment, neglect, parentification, rage, physical abuse, rage, needs not b...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Ruthie about being raised by abusive parents, which led her to joining a cult. Born into a family with malignant and covert narcissists, Ruthie was a scapegoat child, excelling academically but isolated and abused. After being cut off financially, Ruthie was groomed by her cousin to join a cult, initially finding structure and community. However, things changed quickly, as Ruthie was isolated into a commune that used gaslighting, emoti...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with the CEO of Shelter Movers, Marc Hull-Jaquin, about the origins of Shelter Movers and the process of moving Domestic Violence Survivors out of their homes to safety. Plus they discuss, the ro

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Daphne about her toxic relationship with a victim playing abuser. It’s a story of scapegoats, generational trauma, preying on guilt, and postpartum depression. Plus they discuss, infidelity, lying, physical abuse, financial abuse, stalking, narcissistic mothers, custody, stonewalling, disappearing acts, and zero accountability. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode has a graphic description of physical abuse. *** If you want to be a gue...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Agatha shares her journey of dealing with a narcissistic ex-husband, detailing their 15-year marriage marked by emotional and psychological abuse. Agatha began her like as a people pleaser in training, which carried into her adult life. Agatha recounts how her ex's possessiveness and control escalated over time, leading to isolation and financial abuse. It's a story of moving goal posts, rage, enmeshment, sexual abuse, financial abuse, double standards,...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Saturday about her abusive marriage to an unhinged narcissist. Initially, Saturday's husband seemed attentive and charming, but red flags emerged, including a well-crafted story about a domestic violence charge. Over time, Saturday's husband became increasingly erratic and abusive, including physical threats, financial manipulation, and emotional manipulation. Despite her family's support, Saturday struggled to leave due to shame and f...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Merle shares her scary story of survival at the hands of a physically abusive narcissist. Merle's partner presented himself as everything she wanted. He was helpful, kind, attentive, and everyone seemed to love him. However, when Merle moved in with him, things changed quickly. The nice guy was gone, and only a jealous physical abuser remained. It's a story of manipulation, sexual assault, physical abuse, suicidal ideation, boundary pushing, jealousy, A...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Colette shares her story of being in a long-distance abusive relationship with a blame-shifting Demand Man. Colette met her abuser in an online forum and felt his charisma through the screen. Colette liked him, and their friendship slowly morphed into a romantic relationship. Colette's partner was upfront with his OCD, and Colette was very empathetic to his needs. However, due to the distance, it was hard for Colette to discern what was abuse and what wa...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Kimber shares her story of marrying an emotionally & physically abusive narcissist. When Kimber met her husband, they were both young and looking to make something of themselves. However, soon after they married, red flags began popping up everywhere. Kimber took her vows seriously and believed the lies of her husband when he said his rages and addictions would never happen again. But those were only words, and something worse was lurking beneath as Kimb...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, David shares his traumatic story of being abused by his narcissistic family & sexually abused by a child predator who groomed him online. At first, David was the golden child and enmeshed with his mother. However, once David's mother remarried, David became a thorn in his step-father's side. In response, David became the scapegoat for the entire family. And as David got older, he was starved for any validation he could get, which led him into the hands o...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko about their new and important book 'Framed: Women In The Family Court Underworld'. Our conversation centers around the struggles of mothers facing abuse

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Kami shares her story of dating an emotionally & physically abusive man who eventually took her roommate hostage - a week after he was given probation for brutally attacking her. It's a story of jealousy physical abuse, gut feelings, fear, intimidation, infidelity, survival, ptsd, hostage taking, rage, coercive control, isolation, victim playing, empathy, and abandonment. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses extreme physical abuse. *** If you ...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Yvonne shares her story of dating a jealous & controlling abuser. Yvonne thought she met the man of her dreams. He was charming, chivalrous, and a former firefighter. He made Yvonne feel safe. However, lurking below 'Dr. Jekyl's' persona, was the 'Mr. Hyde' waiting to appear. Once Yvonne was trauma-bonded to her ex, the roller coaster of abuse began, and it became challenging for her to leave for good. It's a story of jealousy, self worth, manipulation,...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Chloe about being raised by a narcissistic mother who saw Chloe as an extension of herself. It’s a story of rage, being good enough, interfering in relationships, fear, obligation, and guilt. Plus they discuss, physical abuse, manipulation, triangulation, smear campaigns, perfectionism, the fear of failure, nitpicking, backhanded compliments, vanity, keeping up appearances, and much more. *** CONTENT WARNING - We discuss physical abu...

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Justine shares her story of marrying a physical abuser who kidnaps, sexually assaults, and attempts to murder her as his final act of power and control. Justine had just gotten out of an emotionally abusive relationship when she met her future ex-husband. The relationship moved quickly and they were married within the year. As the abuse began, Justine didn't know what to do. She believed in the vows of marriage, plus she didn't want to quit and have two ...