Meet your new bestie in healing — Dr. Nadine Macaluso (aka Dr. Nae)! In Episode 5 of Bitch Is a Bad Word, we sit down with licensed psychotherapist, trauma bond expert, and author of Run Like Hell, Dr. Nae, to talk all things narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and breaking free from the patterns that keep us stuck.

Once married to the infamous “Wolf of Wall Street,” Dr. Nae turned her own survival story into a powerful mission: to help others recognize and escape trauma bonds. Her insight as both a clinician and survivor makes this a raw, real, and deeply empowering conversation.

🎙️ In this episode:

• What trauma bonding really is—and why it’s so hard to break
• How to identify narcissistic abuse and coercive control
• Dr. Nae’s personal journey from survival to empowerment
• Tools to help you escape toxic relationships and start healing
• Highlights from her new book Run Like Hell
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If you're ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start reclaiming your power, this episode is for you.

#NadineMacaluso #DrNae #TraumaBonding #NarcissisticAbuse #ToxicRelationships #RunLikeHellBook #BitchIsABadWordPodcast #HealingFromAbuse #SurvivorStories #EmotionalAbuse

PURCHASE Dr. Nae's book Run Like Hell: A Therapist's Guide to Recognizing, Escaping, and Healing from Trauma Bonds: https://a.co/d/hy83xNF

VISIT Dr. Nae's Website: https://drnae.com/about-dr-nadine-macaluso/

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233

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Why do we stay in toxic relationships — even when we know we should leave? In this episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, we dive deep into the psychology of the trauma bond — the emotional trap that keeps survivors stuck in cycles of abuse, manipulation, and fleeting affection.

We break down the highs and lows of abusive dynamics, the addictive pull of intermittent reinforcement, and why leaving can feel impossible, even when it’s what you want most. This is a judgment-free conversation filled with real talk, lived experience, and the tools you need to start recognizing the pattern — and reclaim your power.

🎙️ In this episode:

• What a trauma bond is and how it forms
• How manipulation and emotional abuse create psychological dependency
• The role of intermittent reinforcement in keeping you hooked
• Why leaving is hard — and how to break free, step by step
• Support for survivors who are still in it, or just getting out

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why can’t I leave?” — this episode is for you.

#TraumaBond #ToxicRelationships #WhyWeStay #EmotionalAbuse #IntermittentReinforcement #CycleOfAbuse #SurvivorSupport #BitchIsABadWordPodcast #HealingFromAbuse #BreakTheCycle

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233

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Ever feel like you're dating the same toxic person over and over? In Episode 3 of Bitch Is a Bad Word, we dive into the uncomfortable truth about repeating relationship patterns and why certain red flags feel eerily familiar.

From defending the indefensible to the emotional fog of the "narc vault" (those memories we tend to ignore), we break down the habits and hidden trauma that keep us stuck in cycles of toxic love and narcissistic abuse. If you're tired of attracting the same emotionally unavailable or manipulative partners, this episode is for you.

🎙️ In this episode:

• Why we’re drawn to familiar red flags
• How narcissistic traits sneak into our relationships
• The importance of recognizing your own patterns
• Personal stories and practical tools to help you break the cycle
• A roadmap to healthier, more fulfilling love

You’re not crazy. You’re not alone. And you’re not stuck. Let’s rewrite your story — together.

#RelationshipRedFlags #BreakTheCycle #ToxicRelationships #NarcissisticAbuse #EmotionalHealing #SelfWorth #DatingPatterns #BitchIsABadWordPodcast #TraumaRecovery #RewriteYourStory

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In this powerful episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, Lindsay and Makaira get real about the red flags, first fights, and early warning signs so many survivors miss in the moment.

They share personal stories of painting red flags green, staying silent to keep the peace, and holding on to the belief that love could fix them. Together, they unpack why it’s so easy to ignore the signs—and what it takes to finally hear your gut.

This episode is for anyone who's ever questioned their instincts, stayed too long, or felt ashamed for not seeing it sooner. You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault.

🎙️ In this episode:

• Early emotional abuse red flags and why they’re hard to spot
• Why survivors often feel responsible for the other person’s healing
• The emotional cost of staying silent and second-guessing yourself
• How to begin reclaiming your voice and trusting your instincts again
• Real survivor stories and raw, supportive conversation

This is your sign to stop doubting yourself. Breaking the silence is where healing begins.

#RedFlagsInRelationships #ToxicLove #EmotionalAbuse #SurvivorStories #TrustYourInstincts #AbuseAwareness #RelationshipRedFlags #BitchIsABadWordPodcast #HealingAfterAbuse #ReclaimYourVoice

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233

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Welcome to Episode 1 of Bitch Is a Bad Word — the podcast for survivors, by survivors. Meet Lindsay and Makaira, two badass moms with 8 kids between them, zero fancy degrees, and a whole lot of lived experience. They’re here to be your best friends through the hardest parts of healing from domestic abuse, narcissistic relationships, and emotional trauma.

In this powerful pilot episode, they share their personal journeys, what inspired them to start this podcast, and what you can expect in future episodes — including real survivor stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about recovery, empowerment, and reclaiming your voice.

🎙️ In this episode:

• Who Lindsay and Makaira are and why they’re speaking out
• The raw reality of surviving abuse and manipulation
• What to expect from this podcast: support, humor, healing
• A welcome into a growing community of resilient women and allies

Whether you’re a survivor, an ally, or just beginning to ask the hard questions, this is your invitation to join a community built on truth, strength, and sisterhood.

#DomesticAbusePodcast #SurvivorStories #BitchIsABadWord #HealingAfterAbuse #NarcissisticAbuse #EmotionalAbuseRecovery #WomenSupportingWomen #PodcastForSurvivors #EmpowermentPodcast #AbuseAwareness

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Get ready, besties! Bitch Is a Bad Word is coming in hot with its first two episodes — and it’s the domestic abuse podcast you didn’t know you needed.

Meet Lindsay and Makaira — two badass moms, 8 kids between them, zero fancy degrees, and a whole lot of lived experience. They’re not therapists — they’re survivors. And now? They’re your new best friends, guiding you through the messy, real, and powerful journey of healing from abuse, narcissistic relationships, and coercive control.

This is your unapologetic safe space to laugh, cry, vent, and rebuild — together.

🎙️ Coming soon:

• Raw survivor stories
• Real talk on toxic relationships, trauma bonding, and gaslighting
• Empowerment tools, expert guests & community-driven support
• Weekly episodes with heart, humor, and healing

📺 Watch us on YouTube

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts

#DomesticAbusePodcast #BitchIsABadWord #SurvivorSupport #NarcissisticAbuse #ToxicRelationshipRecovery #HealingAfterAbuse #WomensEmpowermentPodcast #NewPodcastLaunch #EmotionalAbuseAwareness

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