The Angry Therapist Podcast

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John Kim is The Angry Therapist, delivering self-help and therapy in a shot glass - street level 3 x week roughly ten minutes an episode. With one longer interview or conversation on Mondays.

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The Angry Therapist Podcast episodes:

04.24.2024
Closure as a Bridge: Moving Forward
In this episode, John reflects on his 51st birthday and shares his revelations and insights about life. He discusses the importance of self-reflection, accepting oneself as a 'B-side', the value of movement and fitness, the power of asking for what...
04.22.2024
Why Would She Cheat After Eight Years?!
In this episode, John answers a listener's question, and discusses the reasons why people cheat, including emotional disconnection, curiosity, and unhappiness within oneself. He also addresses the issue of ghosting, the fear of having difficult conversations, the importance of exploring...
04.19.2024
6 Ways To Love Deeper
In this episode, John explores the different dimensions of intimacy, including emotional, spiritual, mental, passionate, physical, and energy intimacy. He emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for emotional vulnerability, engaging in meaningful conversations, and practicing empathy and compassion....
04.17.2024
Liberated Love with Mark Groves
In this episode, John brings on Mark Groves to discuss his book 'Liberated Love' and the journey of relationships. Mark shares his personal experience of going through Relationship 1.0 and 2.0 with his partner. They discuss codependency, the importance of...
04.15.2024
Unhealthy Behaviors We Mistake For Love
In this episode, John gives us a list of unhealthy behaviors we mistake for love in dating and our relationships. He talks about why we're attracted to unhealthy behavior, and does a deep dive on how we might exhibit some...
04.12.2024
If You've Been Cheated On, Ask Yourself This
In this episode, John talks about the challenges people face when they stay in a relationship after infidelity. He encourages people who are in this situation to ask themselves a very important question: why are you staying in this relationship?...
04.10.2024
Math, Kindness, and the Red Helicopter Story with James Rhee
In this episode, John talks to James Rhee about his journey as a Korean American and experiences in leadership. He shares the story of the red helicopter and how it impacted his perspective on kindness. James explains his philosophy of...
04.08.2024
In Bloom Panel: Answering Your Love & Relationship Questions
In this exciting episode, John hosts a panel with the speakers for the upcoming In Bloom: A Love and Relationships Summit. They talk about everything love and relationships including artificial intimacy, sex as a cultural and relational issue, emotional availability,...
04.05.2024
20 Things Men Should Have By 40
In this episode, John shares his thoughts on the twenty things every man should have or have done by age forty. He covers a wide range of topics including: finding purpose, developing personal style, maintaining good credit, experiencing heartbreak, expressing...
04.03.2024
A Real Couples Session: Did We Move In & Get Married Too Quickly?
In this episode, John talks with Keila and Joe about their relationship history, communication issues, and recent conflicts. They also talk about the baggage from past relationships, the challenges of feeling safe and secure, external stressors, different social lives, and...
04.01.2024
Cheating is Complicated
In this episode, John talks about how complicated the aftermath of cheating is. He talks about the importance of not taking things personally, forgiveness if you want to repair the relationship, why people cheat, how to heal if you've been...
03.29.2024
Reflecting on 15 Years of Posting on Social Media
In this episode, John reflects on his personal growth journey through social media and the power of documenting one's story. He shares how he found his voice and embodied his potential through podcasting. John also discusses the importance of building...
03.27.2024
Is Non-Monogamy For Me? with Annie Undone
In this episode, John talks to Annie Undone about monogamous vs non-monogamous relationships. They talks about what non-monogamy is, what is looks like in a romantic relationship, what judgements surround non-monogamy, debunk myths about non-monogamy, how to be in a...
03.25.2024
Answering Vanity Fair's Proust Questionnaire
In this episode, John answers all of Vanity Fair's Proust questions, and does a deep with each answer. He shares vulnerable moments of his life by talking about his childhood, happiness and fears, his current state of mind and struggles,...
03.22.2024
Emotional Vampires, Much Needed Alone Time, and Getting Excited About Aging with Corinne Fisher and Christina Hutchinson
In this episode, John brings back the hosts of "Guys We Fucked," Corinne Fisher and Christina Hutchinson, to discuss the lasting influence of childhood on adult life, emotional vampires, the necessity of solitude for creativity, and their positive outlook on...
03.20.2024
Personal Shares and Revelations From The Miserable F*cks Retreat March '24
In this emotional episode, John and his retreat members get vulnerable and share their experience attending March's Miserable F*cks Retreat. They dive into why they decided to attend this month's retreat, what fears they have going through with experience with...
03.18.2024
Getting Schooled on Mental Load, "Nagging," and Lopsided Domestic Labor with Zachary Watson
In this episode, John talks with Zach Watson to discuss the topic of mental load and domestic labor distribution. They explore the challenges and controversies surrounding this topic, particularly in relation to men's responses. They explore the role of childhood...
03.15.2024
How To Be The Love You Seek with Nicole LePera
In this episode, John does a live podcast with Nicole LePera (The Holistic Psychologist) where they talk about breaking old patterns and generational cycles, how to open your heart to yourself and others, what manifestation really is, getting in touch...
03.13.2024
There's Nothing To Figure Out (Let Me Explain)
In this episode, John discusses the importance of embracing singleness as a time for personal growth and self-discovery. He challenges the notion that everything in life needs to be figured out and emphasizes the value of exploring oneself during periods...
03.11.2024
Empowering Women to Play with Domme Colette Pervette, PhD
In this episode, John talks with Colette, a professional dominatrix, and discusses her work and the world of BDSM. She shares her definition of being a dominatrix and explains that her clients come to her to explore surrender and alternative...
03.08.2024
SOP Book Reading & Commentary Series (The Intro)
In this episode, John introduces his series where he reads excerpts from his book 'Single On Purpose' and provides commentary. He explains that the goal of doing this series is a commitment to engage with his audience and not 'sneak...
03.06.2024
How Codependency Impacts Our Relationships
In this episode, John and Vanessa talk about how codependency impacts our relationships with others along with the relationship we have with our selves. They talk about what codependency and enmeshment looks like in our relationships, how attachment styles come...
03.04.2024
From Love in Our 20's to Love in Our 50's
In this episode, John talks about how love evolves and changes as we grow older. In our 20s and 30s, love is about late-night conversations, romantic gestures, and finding self-value in another person. In our 40s and 50s, love becomes...
03.01.2024
A Real Couples Session: How to Make It Work Against All Odds
On this real couples session, Brianna and Tanner come back to discuss the changes in their drinking habits and the positive impact it has had on their relationship. They express their desire to work on individual goals, such as better...
02.28.2024
The Road to Regulation with Sarah Baldwin
In this episode, John talks to Sarah Baldwin about the importance of regulating the nervous system and the nuances of regulation. They explore how functional fitness and various daily activities can help regulate the nervous system. Sarah shares her personal journey...
02.26.2024
How To Relationship Better with Vanessa Bennett
In this episode, John and Vanessa discuss various aspects of relationships and provide insights and strategies for building healthier connections. They draw from their personal experiences as licensed marriage and family therapists and individuals who have been in multiple relationships....
02.23.2024
Stop Holding In Your Pee & Live a Heart Centered Life
In this episode, John talks about how how our hearts are always competing with our brains (logic). He also dives into how important living a heart centered life is, what that looks like in your every day, how to start...
02.21.2024
A Real Couples Session: Fear The Relationship Will End & Self Soothing Childhood Wounds
In this real couples session, Brianna and Tanner discuss their communication challenges and the activations of their childhood wounds in their relationship. They explore how Brianna struggles with feeling heard and Tanner struggles with effectively communicating his feelings. John highlights...
02.19.2024
Priority List For 2024 (Deeper)
In this episode, John shares his priority list for 2024. He discusses the importance of living on a higher frequency and practicing positive thinking. He emphasizes the power of belief and the impact it can have on achieving personal goals,...
02.16.2024
A Real Couples Session - Trauma Bonds & "Wait, You Didn't Tell Him This Was Going To Be Recorded?!"
In this real couples session, John speaks with Bri about her on-and-off relationship with Doug. They discuss their trauma bond, the challenges they faced, and the possibility of giving their relationship another chance. Bri expresses her desire to heal past...
02.14.2024
What Are Cognitive Distortions?
In this episode, John talks about negative thinking and gives examples of the different types of cognitive distortions everyone has, or have experienced. He also talks about his own experience with them, and gives tips on how to catch yourself...
02.12.2024
Passport to Shame with Sam Louie
In this episode, John brings on his old friend, Sam Louie, to discuss the topic of shame. They share their personal experiences growing up with shame, including racial discrimination and cultural differences. They also discuss the impact of early exposure...
02.09.2024
A Real Couples Session - Married Young with 3 Kids and Allowing This Marriage To Die So a New One Can Be Born
In this real couples session, John explores the challenges faced by a couple in their marriage and their journey towards personal growth and rebuilding their relationship. The couple discusses their struggles with work-life balance, the impact of cultural and religious...
02.07.2024
What is Codependency?
In this episode, John and Vanessa do a deep dive on codependency. They define it, give examples on what it looks like in relationships, talk about how they struggle with codependency in their own and previous relationships, and end with...
02.05.2024
Do You F*cking Mind with Alexis Fernandez
In this episode, John interviews Alexis, the host of the podcast 'Do You F*ckin' Mind?' They discuss Alexis' journey of personal growth and overcoming heartbreak. Alexis shares her struggle to switch off and find peace in her daily life. She...
02.02.2024
A Real Couples Session - Infidelity, Broken Trust, & Empty Nesters
In this couples session, John talks with Laura and Martin have been together for 22 years and have faced multiple betrayals and traumas in their relationship. Laura has been unfaithful on multiple occasions, while Martin had his own secret infidelity....
01.31.2024
Ask Angry - How Do I Stop Being Sexually Upset With My Partner?
In this episode, John answers and gives advice on two listeners' questions: how do I stop being sexually mad at my partner, and should I tell her before we go on vacation? And how do I let go of a...
01.29.2024
Know Your Love Patterns
In this episode, John talks about how you can bring more to the table in your relationships by knowing what your love patterns are. He also talks about how loving with our past creates unhealthy behaviors and can subtly destroy...
01.26.2024
A Real Couples Session - Unseen / Unappreciated with Two Kids, & Helping with Mental Loads
In this powerful conversation, John does a live couples session with Jenny and Sean and discuss the challenges they face as parents and partners. They explore topics such as struggling with identity and grief, balancing work and parenting, communicating and...
01.24.2024
The Good Gospel of Just Leave, the Art of the Slow Burn, & Hocking Loogies with Tanya Antonio
In this episode, John talks to Tanya Antonio, and they discuss the process of letting go of a passion and finding new paths in life. They also give advice on how to cope with a breakup, building chemistry in relationships,...
01.22.2024
Tiny Little Joys
In this episode, John and Dr. MC McDonald talk about how to heal from your trauma by trying to find all of the tiny little joys in your life. They give examples of what that looks like, and talk about...
01.19.2024
My F*cking Feelings (12/27/23)
In this episode, John does a half century life check in inside of a sauna. He talks about the evolution of social media, how far he's come since writing his first Angry Therapist blog post titled "My F*cking Feelings," how...
01.17.2024
Discussing Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
In this episode, John and Vanessa record a podcast episode on the go. They talk about how emotional immaturity and codependency are connected, what adult children of emotionally immature parents look like, and how to be aware of when you're...
01.15.2024
Trauma in Relationships
In this episode, John and MC host a live workshop to talk about what trauma looks like in our relationships. They also talk about why it's so hard to leave a trauma bond, and how much shame someone can feel...
01.12.2024
Urgent Message: Your Growth Soil Can Calcify
In this episode, John explores the importance of using singlehood as a chance to grow and develop yourself. He also highlights the dangers of running away from your pain, and filling it with distractions and other relationships which will "calcify"...
01.10.2024
Why We Cheat, Reflections of 23', & Sexless Marriages
In this episode, John and Vanessa discuss personal growth, the cost of living, supporting each other's growth, why people cheat in relationships, and what's happening behind closed doors in sexless marriages. They emphasize the importance of championing each other's stories...
01.08.2024
Redefining Trauma
In this episode, John and Dr. MC McDonald redefine trauma. They talk about what trauma is and isn't, examples of different types of trauma, how trauma rewires the brain, and what steps you can take to start healing your trauma. Roughly...
01.05.2024
Healing From Trauma
In this episode, John and Dr. MC McDonald do a deep dive on how to heal from trauma and break free from trauma bonds. They talk about what healing looks like, how it doesn't happen overnight, examples of what healing...
01.03.2024
Bonding Through Trauma
In this episode, John and Dr. MC McDonald talk about why people "bond through trauma." They also talk about trauma bonds, what they are, how to heal from them, and debunk a lot of myths and false information that's being...
01.01.2024
The New Year Episode: What's Gone & What's Now Here For Us
In this episode, John discusses the concept of letting go and embracing change. He emphasizes the importance of not holding onto things that don't belong to us, such as parental expectations or grudges from the past. He highlights the significance...

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The Angry Therapist Podcast episodes:

Closure as a Bridge: Moving Forward

Why Would She Cheat After Eight Years?!

6 Ways To Love Deeper

Liberated Love with Mark Groves

Unhealthy Behaviors We Mistake For Love

If You've Been Cheated On, Ask Yourself This

Math, Kindness, and the Red Helicopter Story with James Rhee

In Bloom Panel: Answering Your Love & Relationship Questions

20 Things Men Should Have By 40

A Real Couples Session: Did We Move In & Get Married Too Quickly?

Cheating is Complicated

Reflecting on 15 Years of Posting on Social Media

Is Non-Monogamy For Me? with Annie Undone

Answering Vanity Fair's Proust Questionnaire

Emotional Vampires, Much Needed Alone Time, and Getting Excited About Aging with Corinne Fisher and Christina Hutchinson

Personal Shares and Revelations From The Miserable F*cks Retreat March '24

Getting Schooled on Mental Load, "Nagging," and Lopsided Domestic Labor with Zachary Watson

How To Be The Love You Seek with Nicole LePera

There's Nothing To Figure Out (Let Me Explain)

Empowering Women to Play with Domme Colette Pervette, PhD

SOP Book Reading & Commentary Series (The Intro)

How Codependency Impacts Our Relationships

From Love in Our 20's to Love in Our 50's

A Real Couples Session: How to Make It Work Against All Odds

The Road to Regulation with Sarah Baldwin

How To Relationship Better with Vanessa Bennett

Stop Holding In Your Pee & Live a Heart Centered Life

A Real Couples Session: Fear The Relationship Will End & Self Soothing Childhood Wounds

Priority List For 2024 (Deeper)

A Real Couples Session - Trauma Bonds & "Wait, You Didn't Tell Him This Was Going To Be Recorded?!"

What Are Cognitive Distortions?

Passport to Shame with Sam Louie

A Real Couples Session - Married Young with 3 Kids and Allowing This Marriage To Die So a New One Can Be Born

What is Codependency?

Do You F*cking Mind with Alexis Fernandez

A Real Couples Session - Infidelity, Broken Trust, & Empty Nesters

Ask Angry - How Do I Stop Being Sexually Upset With My Partner?

Know Your Love Patterns

A Real Couples Session - Unseen / Unappreciated with Two Kids, & Helping with Mental Loads

The Good Gospel of Just Leave, the Art of the Slow Burn, & Hocking Loogies with Tanya Antonio

Tiny Little Joys

My F*cking Feelings (12/27/23)

Discussing Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

Trauma in Relationships

Urgent Message: Your Growth Soil Can Calcify

Why We Cheat, Reflections of 23', & Sexless Marriages

Redefining Trauma

Healing From Trauma

Bonding Through Trauma

The New Year Episode: What's Gone & What's Now Here For Us

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