Reviews

This is really helpful podcast - the way the stories are told and unfolded, the structure of the show, is really wonderful. One minor note is if there’s anything to improve the audio quality? The host is muffled sounding, there are P pops on the mike etc. I hope you can get a professional setup because the content absolutely warrants it! (I realize this stuff is expensive no pressure)

Hearing other people’s stories is helping me recognize and process all the abuse I went through with a narcissist parent who groomed their golden child to be one as well. As the youngest and smallest I was a trial victim for my sibling and could never understand before why I never had fairness or even protection from his abuse. I then would be punished for allowing his attacks in a double lose situation. Now I understand it was generational narcissistic abuse in the making. I’m glad I broke free.

99% of the individuals interviewed share honest and heart wrenching cautionary tales with insight and self reflection, but theres this rare 1% I find myself strongly suspecting THEY might actually be the cluster B. This particular episode with Kristin is a great example but I'll keep the details of my psychoanalysis to myself in case my red flag alert system is wrong.

I am addicted to this poscast. Chad does a great job of letting survivors tell their story with just the right amount of sensitive interjection to draw out important aspects of the story. Even though they vary hugely, as someone who escaped a marriage with a demand man type after a decade, there are aspects I recognise in every episode. It's like chatting to friends! Think you so much

What an amazing podcast series that is so validating for anyone who has experienced narcissistic abuse I admire all the guests for sharing their stories so courageously. I just listened to the episode with Eaton and finished it with a feeling of admiration and respect for her.

I'm totally addicted to this podcast. The stories are crazy and so fascinating. Brandon is very upbeat and a great host.

Definitely different than most episodes but yet soooo relatable! Brandon, thank you for giving us listeners enthralling and intelligent material. Black-Autistic-Polymath, thank you for being you. Thank you for staying true, and thanks for sharing. It’s like listening to something I didn’t know I needed until you showed up in my airpod. Thanks to you both.

I found it earlier this year 2024; I have now listened to all 5 years’ podcasts. I am still living with my Narc (not diagnosed) but i have gained so much confidence in myself to know my truth. Thank you Chad

The stories on this podcast—particularly those involving a narcissistic mother—have validated my experiences with narcissistic abuse to such a degree that a mere mention does not seem worthy. I have a great deal of gratitude for your work, Brandon. I am nearly 50 years old, with 25 years of talk therapy under my belt, and nothing has contributed to my enlightenment quite like your podcast. Such is the insidiousness of narcissistic abuse, right? ;) I found the story shared by the Black Autistic Polymath to be a particular stand-out. Their perspective on how they have processed their experiences resonates deeply with me; making me cry in spite of my hardness and numbness. Even though my cultural touch points are different, I feel like the BAP and I are riding the same wave length. This connection means the world to me. A special shout out to the BAP for describing the profound fatigue that comes with being not neurotypical, as well as the depth of commitment made when a person with autism says they are going to do something. Thank you, Brandon, for including people with neurodivergence in your conversation. Thank you to the Black Autistic Polymath for sharing your story.

Wonderful podcast. Informative and help to listen to other people’s stories.

I have been in 2 different relationships that were abuse and I also watched my birth mother get be abused by my father till the age 8-9 years old - listening to this podcast has really got me thinking about my own experiences of abuse- thank you for sharing this podcast and those that have shared

Stories are very helpful, and the host has improved with allowing the guests to speak more.

I just found this show, long time listener of other podcasts on narcissism, and survivor of a narcissistic relationship. The world we live in can be a difficult place, life’s troubles can take us to the brink of devistation. Narcissists, and their secretive and abusive nature, compound these issues and spark misery where there was none before, entrapping their victims in a maddening broken world or leaving them emotionally destroyed and utterly alone. Surviving narcissism and healing is so difficult and many may not achieve it fully. This podcast shines a light on the reality of emotional abuse narccisists effortlessly engage in, and allows victims the chance to share their stories on a platform where they feel heard, help others through hearing these stories and break down the traits and tactics of narcissistic individuals. This is a valuable podcast. I highly recommended it.

I am so incredibly thankful to have come across this episode, and the platform you have created. I tell myself daily, often out loud and to myself… Karen,this is not normal! The abuse leaves you numb. Truly, you go over everything over and over and over again because something that was so strong and beautiful, suddenly turns into a nightmare, and I remember saying that once with the dream turns into a nightmare, and I wrote it on Instagram, and my narcissist coach replied to me what what’s going on and I said oh nothing well now I’m the one who looks like a derailment nut job 5 years passed. I’ve done nothing. I even have three children that I barely see I’m isolated and alone I have no money I can’t even leave my whole life feels without meaning: think I have the worst kind of narcissist possible it’s just so evil I can’t believe how he broke me down everything he took for me. I’m just so broken. How could there not be a law against this form of violence?

Thank you for the way you put your shows together. The information and people’s stories are my favorite. I wish I could share the crazy story of my husbands ex and current narc, but me and my husband have young kids (and step kids) and I would not want to expose that to them encase she happens upon it. Maybe in 5 years 😅….. Keep doing what you’re doing and being who you are. Thank you Brandon:)

Listening in from Australia, after 24 years trapped in this merry go round / rollercoaster of a marriage I was lost and dark. To understand others stories have empowered me to find strength and a some sort of path out. I’m weak tired and depressed so it will be tough but hearing the strength in the stories of survivors will guide me. This an amazing resource to help anyone abused by a narcissist! Thank you

This podcast is a lifeline for folks. I have listened to so many stories, and it’s such a supportive and reflective place. Brandon’s care comes through so much. I think anyone who has any abuse, violence, narcissistic people in their lives in any way, or are looking to educate themselves would be very lucky to listen here. Cannot recommend enough ❤️

This show here really resonate with me. Kaam survived social alienation with a J.W and realize his self-worth was more important than making others happy.

Thank you Brandon for this gift and making an intentional place for survivor stories that does nothing short of facilitate an intervention towards self growth, discovery, and liberation for the next chapter of your life.

Love this show and the voice it gives victims. It also offers support outside of the podcast and this is such a great option for victims. My only issue is the quality of the audio which could do with some improvement. Thank you so much for the support and empowerment that it offers.

This podcast should be made into a series for Netflix! Thanks to Brandon, victims of narcissistic abuse can FINALLY make sense of the madness and don’t feel so alone in the world. This podcast is a true lifesaver and game changer!

Excellent host, and I love how he says “the floor is now yours” and lets his guests talk instead of so many hosts that take over the show. Sometimes the guests don’t know how to self edit and it becomes rambling, but he helps bring it back.

Listening to the podcast from The Australian Capital Territory. Fabulous podcast with Sophia, I love the host sharing his family story. Filled with insight and wisdom, making me feel less alone amongst a family of narcissists. Thank you. X

Coming from an 11+ year (beyond) chaotic relationship, I would have never understood what was happening until I found this podcast. Recently, the perfectionism and confusion episodes were so eye opening and I have listened to them multiple times. I am finally able to understand and apply the lessons appropriately (where I most definitely would not have a year ago when I separated) I appreciate your honesty, and willingness to be vulnerable to a crowd of unknown people. You are seen and reaching people that couldn’t put things into words. Hoping to share my story one of these days, until then.. I’ll keep taking notes with the help of your podcast.