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About Get Obsessed Podcast

Hosted by Julie Lokun, JD, and Mika Altidor Get Obsessed is a globally acclaimed podcast that dives deep into transformation, resilience, and the human spirit. Each episode spotlights bold thinkers, change-makers, and survivors who turn adversity into advantage.

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About the Hosts

Julie Lokun, JD and Mika Altidor are the powerhouse duo behind Get Obsessed, a top-ranked global podcast where bold conversations meet personal transformation.

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About Mika Altidor

Mika Altidor is a visionary Vegan Chef, Credit Alignment Advocate, and CEO of Align 369 Enterprise — a company empowering individuals to elevate their financial wellness, spiritual alignment, and entrepreneurial mindset. As co-host of Get Obsessed and founder of Vegan Monarch Bakery, Mika blends conscious living with practical empowerment, helping others align their credit, creativity, and purpose to design lives of abundance and authenticity.

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Are you an OBSESSED CRIME JUNKIE like us? We love true crime!

Welcome to Get Obsessed, where we go deep, dark, and disturbingly curious. Host Julie Lokun, JD, confesses what millions secretly feel: an unshakable obsession with true crime.

This isn’t your casual Dateline-before-bed fascination. This is the 2:00 AM rabbit hole of Googling Ed Gein, forensic entomology, and “how did a handyman from Wisconsin become the inspiration for Psycho, Silence of the Lambs, and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre?

Julie explores her morbid curiosity through the Netflix phenomenon “Monsters: The Ed Gein Story” and the psychology that keeps us clicking “next episode.” With humor, honesty, and a touch of self-reflection, she delves into her addiction to true crime.

• Why True Crime is the #1 podcast genre — and why 70% of listeners are women
• The eerie pull of The Ed Gein Effect — what it reveals about control, fear, and fascination
• How shows like Crime Junkie Podcast and My Favorite Murder build a dark sisterhood of survival
• The secret reason our brains crave fear in safety — and why your 5 AM walk feels like FBI training
• Why understanding monsters might just make you safer, smarter, and stronger

• Learn the psychology behind The True Crime Effect — feeling fear while knowing you’re safe
• Discover how bingeing horror stories is actually a form of rehearsal for danger
• Join a sisterhood of women who study murder not out of morbidity, but empowerment

Julie Lokun is a communications strategist, lawyer, and true crime analyst who explores the intersection between psychology, justice, and curiosity. As the host of Get Obsessed, Julie blends her legal mind with her fascination for human behavior — decoding what drives us to fear, fixate, and find meaning in the macabre.

We might not be addicted to murder — we’re addicted to survival.
Get Obsessed. Get curious. And as Julie says — trust no one… except us, the obsessed.

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Share this episode with your favorite fellow crime junkie — because if loving true crime is wrong, we don’t want to be right.

Q1: Where can I watch the Ed Gein documentary featured in this episode?
A: Stream Monsters: The Lyle and Ed Gein Story on Netflix. Viewer discretion is advised — it’s as dark as it is fascinating.

Q2: What is the Crime Junkie Podcast that Julie mentions?
A: Crime Junkie Podcast is one of the world’s top true crime podcasts hosted by Ashley Flowers. It inspired millions — including Julie — to explore the psychology behind real cases.

Q3: Why are so many women drawn to true crime?
A: Studies show over 70% of true crime listeners are women, often because true crime content offers a safe space to study danger. It’s both thrilling and empowering — a masterclass in intuition and survival.

Q4: What is “The True Crime Effect”?
A: Julie defines it as feeling fear while knowing you’re safe. It’s that paradoxical comfort of being terrified under your blanket — knowing the monster can’t reach you, but your mind still dances with danger.

Q5: Where can I follow Julie Lokun?
A: Connect with Julie on Instagram and visit GET OBSESSED to explore our past podcasts, speaking events, and creative projects.

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️In this Get Obsessed Podcast episode, host Julie Lokun, JD and Mika Altidor sit down with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, the real-life ex-wife of Jordan Belfort, famously portrayed by Margot Robbie in The Wolf of Wall Street.
While Hollywood glamorized the excess, Dr. Nadine reveals the hidden truth — the emotional and psychological abuse, manipulation, and trauma that came with life behind the movie.

This powerful conversation goes beyond the film’s chaos to explore trauma recovery, toxic relationship patterns, and how Nadine rebuilt her life as a licensed therapist and trauma expert.
Her story is a masterclass in reclaiming your voice, transforming pain into purpose, and understanding the psychology of abuse and healing.

The real story behind The Wolf of Wall Street — beyond fame and fortune.

The psychology of abuse and how to recognize toxic patterns.

How Dr. Nadine Macaluso turned her trauma into a powerful message of healing.

Why Hollywood’s portrayal missed the emotional depth of her reality.

Actionable advice on healing after trauma, rebuilding confidence, and setting boundaries.

How to move from victimhood to victory — and reclaim your power.

Dr. Nadine Macaluso is a licensed marriage and family therapist, trauma expert, and author who helps individuals heal from abusive and narcissistic relationships. Once married to infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort, Nadine’s story inspired Margot Robbie’s character in The Wolf of Wall Street.
Today, she uses her platform to raise awareness about emotional abuse, trauma bonding, and post-traumatic growth.

️ Learn more about Nadine’s work here: https://www.drnadinemacaluso.com
️ Follow Nadine on Instagram: @drnadinemacaluso

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“Healing doesn’t mean forgetting what happened — it means reclaiming the parts of you that survived.”

Hosted by Julie Lokun, JD, and Mika Altidor Get Obsessed is a globally acclaimed podcast that dives deep into transformation, resilience, and the human spirit. Each episode spotlights bold thinkers, change-makers, and survivors who turn adversity into advantage.
Whether you’re obsessed with self-growth, mental wellness, or real-life comeback stories, this is your weekly dose of empowerment.

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Julie Lokun, JD and Mika Altidor are the powerhouse duo behind Get Obsessed, a top-ranked global podcast where bold conversations meet personal transformation.
From trauma recovery to creative reinvention, every episode challenges you to get obsessed with your own growth and purpose.

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Mika Altidor is a visionary Vegan Chef, Credit Alignment Advocate, and CEO of Align 369 Enterprise — a company empowering individuals to elevate their financial wellness, spiritual alignment, and entrepreneurial mindset. As co-host of Get Obsessed and founder of Vegan Monarch Bakery, Mika blends conscious living with practical empowerment, helping others align their credit, creativity, and purpose to design lives of abundance and authenticity.

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ABOUT BENT NOT BROKEN:

Bent Not Broken is the podcast for anyone rebuilding their life after heartbreak. Hosted by inspiring voices who’ve been through the storm and come out stronger, this show dives deep into healing, resilience, and rediscovering joy after divorce. Each episode offers powerful conversations, expert insights, and real stories of transformation—proving that life doesn’t end after divorce, it begins again.

Whether you’re navigating the early days of separation, rediscovering who you are, or ready to rewrite your next chapter, this podcast reminds you: you may be bent, but you are never broken.

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Television has long been called a mirror of society — but has it really reflected our families, or reshaped them entirely? In this fascinating episode of The Get Obsessed Podcast, host Julie Lokun, JD, sits down with Deborah Griffiths, creator of the powerful new show Bent Not Broken: Starting Over After Divorce, to explore how TV has shaped — and sometimes shattered — the image of the American family.

From Leave It to Beaver and Father Knows Best to The Brady Bunch, The Cosby Show, Roseanne, Modern Family, and even The Kardashians, Julie and Deborah journey through the decades — unpacking what each era’s most popular shows reveal about gender roles, family values, race, divorce, and cultural change.

This episode is a nostalgic, eye-opening trip through television history that will make you laugh, question, and maybe even rethink what “family” really means in the media age.

How post-war prosperity shaped the “perfect” families of the 1950s

The rise of single moms and blended families in the 1970s and beyond

When TV first dared to say the word divorce — and why it mattered

How shows like The Cosby Show and Family Ties brought strong family ideals into the 1980s

The impact of reality TV — from The Real Housewives to The Kardashians — on our sense of self and family identity

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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? 💭 In this calming minisode of the Get Obsessed Podcast, licensed therapist Tristin Hodges joins Coach Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor to guide listeners through a powerful grounding technique designed to ease anxiety and panic in real time.

Together, they explore the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method, a proven mindfulness exercise that helps you reconnect to the present moment by using your senses — what you can see, touch, hear, smell, and taste — to anchor your mind and body in calm awareness.

You’ll learn:

🌿 How to use the 5-4-3-2-1 method for instant stress relief

🌬️ The importance of deep, mindful breathing during anxiety

🧘🏾‍♀️ Simple therapist-approved tools to stay grounded in daily life

💖 How mindfulness strengthens emotional regulation and resilience

Whether you’re managing daily stress or moments of panic, this episode offers a gentle reminder that peace is always available — one breath at a time.

🎧 Tune in, breathe deeply, and get obsessed with finding calm in the chaos.

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Get Tia’s book Obsessed With Mindful Eating on Amazon and join hosts Mika Altidor and Julie Lokun for a heart-centered conversation on the power of mindful nutrition.

In this episode of the Get Obsessed Podcast, we explore how to transform your relationship with food by slowing down, tuning in, and nourishing your body with intention. Tia shares her journey from emotional eating to conscious nourishment — and how mindfulness has become a daily practice for balance, healing, and joy.

You’ll learn:

Tune in, laugh with us, and discover how mindful eating can become your pathway to inner peace, confidence, and holistic health.

Listen now and get obsessed with living your best life—one mindful bite at a time.

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Looking for real insights and actionable advice about love, dating, and relationships in the modern age? You won’t want to miss this episode of the Get Obsessed Podcast, hosted by the dynamic Julie Lokun. In this compelling conversation, Julie dives deep into the world of contemporary romance with special guest Kerry Brett—award-winning photographer, relationship storyteller, and creator of the SHOT AT LOVE brand (book | podcast).

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Tune in now, take your shot at love, and get obsessed with your life.

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🔥 Are you ready to become the best version of yourself? Tune into Obsessed with Humans on the Verge of Change — the life-changing podcast that explores healing, purpose, empowerment, and bold transformation. Each episode is designed to help you level up with real tools, real stories, and real conversations that matter.

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🧠 From mindful nutrition and confidence building to trauma healing and vibrational energy, we bring you high-level discussions and guest interviews that empower your personal evolution.

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There are pivotal moments in life when we know we are capable of more—when we catch a glimpse of the person we could become if we decide to pursue it. But sometimes grief, failure, or life’s circumstances hold us back from our true potential.

In this powerful episode of the Get Obsessed Podcast, we sit down with Evan Carmichael—renowned entrepreneur, YouTube creator, author, and global thought leader—who is on a mission to help people believe in themselves. Evan shares his insights on processing grief, building resilience, and reigniting the fire to become the person you know you are meant to be.

Our conversation also highlights Tia’s deeply personal story of losing her sister and how grief shaped her journey toward healing and rediscovery. Evan emphasizes that grief is unique for each of us, yet it can be a catalyst for growth, purpose, and transformation.

This is Part One of our exclusive two-part series with Evan Carmichael, where we dive into entrepreneurship, mindset, and the courage it takes to step into your authentic self. If you’ve ever struggled with loss, motivation, or believing in your potential, this episode will light the spark you need.

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🔥 Are you ready to become the best version of yourself? Tune into Obsessed with Humans on the Verge of Change — the life-changing podcast that explores healing, purpose, empowerment, and bold transformation. Each episode is designed to help you level up with real tools, real stories, and real conversations that matter.

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🧠 From mindful nutrition and confidence building to trauma healing and vibrational energy, we bring you high-level discussions and guest interviews that empower your personal evolution.

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Welcome to Get Obsessed, your go-to personal development podcast where we break through barriers and help you create the life you desire! In this episode, Mika dives deep into an essential mindset shift: "Proximity Doesn’t Equal Loyalty." Discover why the people closest to you—family, lifelong friends, or coworkers—aren't always your biggest cheerleaders when it comes to your personal growth and transformation.

Key Takeaways:

• Why Proximity Doesn’t Equal Support: Just because someone is part of your inner circle doesn’t mean they’ll cheer for your dreams or personal development.
• Spotting Hidden Doubt: Learn to recognize when doubt is disguised as love or concern from your friends and family.
• Common Patterns of Discouragement: Understand phrases and behaviors that subtly undermine your confidence, such as generalizing your identity ("You never follow through") or fixating on fears instead of possibilities.
• Protecting Your Progress: Mika shares three actionable steps to keep your momentum strong—naming the behavior, asking clarifying questions, and making small, low-risk bets to prove your naysayers wrong.
• How to Cultivate Real Loyalty: Build loyalty to your dreams and self, attract the right supporters, and set healthy boundaries with those who want to keep you playing small.
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What You’ll Learn:

• How to detect subtle signals of sabotage—even from well-meaning loved ones
• Simple self-coaching strategies to reframe negative feedback and stay motivated
• How taking small actions builds unstoppable confidence and attracts the right people to your growth journey

Share Your Wins! If this episode resonated with you, tell us your small victory or tag someone you’ll cheer on today. Remember, momentum loves company!

Get obsessed with your growth—tune in, level up, and surround yourself with the right energy!

Listen now and start building your loyal support system!

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We are OBSESSED with humans who are ready to break through fear, trauma, and limiting beliefs. Hosted by thought leaders and transformational experts Julie Lokun, Tia Morell, and Mika Altidor, this show is a vibrant community for dreamers, doers, and those craving deeper meaning.

🧠 From mindful nutrition and confidence building to trauma healing and vibrational energy, we bring you high-level discussions and guest interviews that empower your personal evolution.

You’ll hear from inspirational thought leaders and bestselling authors, including:

• Dr. Laura Berman – Relationship expert from the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN)
• Gary Vaynerchuk – Marketing mogul and motivational powerhouse
• David Meltzer – Entrepreneur and author of Connected to Goodness
• Evan Carmichael – Top YouTube strategist and purpose-driven coach
• Michael Losier – Author of The Law of Attraction, Oprah Radio Host
• Dr. Sherrie Campbell – Psychologist and author of But It's Your Family

These visionaries share their journeys, wisdom, and unfiltered insights that will inspire you to become 1% better every day.

Meet your hosts:

• 🎙️ Julie Lokun, JD – Master coach, media strategist, founder of Media

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