Brandy grew up with a narcissistic, abusive father. She hit rock bottom. She went to prison. And then — somehow — that's where her healing began.

In this episode, Brandy sits down with us to talk about the upbringing that shaped her, the breaking point that changed everything, and what she discovered about herself behind bars that she couldn't find anywhere else. What could have been the end of her story turned out to be the beginning of a completely different one.

Today, Brandy is a counselor and an author. She took everything that tried to destroy her and turned it into a lifeline for other people. That's not resilience — that's transformation.

This one will stay with you.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Brandy's book and podcast in this episode:

Last Night's Mascara

Tabletop of Doom

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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Aleah served her country. Then she spent six years begging doctors to believe her.

In this episode, Aleah opens up about her battle with alpha-gal — a condition that was living inside her body long before anyone in a white coat would take her seriously. Dismissed, minimized, and sent home with explanations that never quite fit, she kept pushing anyway. What she went through is a story about medical gaslighting that will feel painfully familiar to far too many women.

This one isn't about a toxic relationship with a person. It's about a toxic relationship with a system that was supposed to help her.

Aleah finally got her diagnosis. Here's how she got there — and what life looks like on the other side.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode discusses medical gaslighting and may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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Bethany went on a date. She had to escape from his house.

In this episode, Bethany sits down with us to talk about the night a potential romantic interest revealed himself to be something far darker — and how she got out. What followed wasn't just recovery from one terrifying night. It was years of rebuilding trust, navigating the lasting impact of trauma, and finding her way back to herself through music, therapy, and a husband who showed her what safe actually feels like.

This one is hard to hear. It's also incredibly important.

If Bethany's story moved you, she recommends Help;Hear;Heal — a nonprofit that sponsors free mental health therapy for survivors through TriveWorks. It's the kind of resource that changes lives.

And when you're done listening, go find her band. Plastic Angels — you'll be glad you did.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of toxic abuse, sexual abuse, narcissistic behavior, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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Kate was a stunning, brilliant, and magnetic Sheila from Australia. She was also a narcissist — and Jessica didn't find that out until it was almost too late.

In this episode, Jessica opens up about the whirlwind romance that felt like fate and the marriage that slowly revealed itself to be something else entirely. When the COVID lockdown stripped away every distraction, there was nowhere left to hide from what was really happening. Jessica turned to therapy, her faith, and — honestly — alcohol to survive it. She's sharing all of it.

This one is raw, unfiltered, and a reminder that toxic relationships don't discriminate. They find everyone — even the people we'd least expect.

To anyone in the LGBTQ+ community who has ever felt like your experience with narcissistic abuse doesn't fit the narrative — Jessica sees you. This one's for you.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of toxic abuse, alcoholism, sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you don't have to figure it out alone. Call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It's a judgment-free call.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

If this show has meant something to you, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content — every bit helps us keep the curtain rising.

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Maya spent decades living in the shadow of her narcissistic mother. It wasn't until her 40s that she finally stepped out of it.

In this episode, Maya opens up about growing up with a mother whose narcissism quietly dismantled her self-worth, and what it took to finally seek therapy and start putting herself back together. But this isn't just a story about what broke her — it's about everything she built on the other side. A loving marriage. A better relationship with her father. A life that actually feels like hers.

It's never too late to start. Maya is proof.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of toxic and narcissistic behavior, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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In this episode, we dive into a unique and challenging dating story as Lisa opens up about her experience with Trent, the man who presents two vastly different sides: an ideal partner in person and a relentless bully behind the screen. Join us as we explore the complexities of dating, emotional manipulation, and the importance of recognizing red flags.

Discussions in this episode:

• Behk & LAH’s message to listeners :)
• Meet Lisa
• Lisa's first impressions
• Trent's Jekyll and Hyde act
• The emotional toll
• Decision to confront Trent
• The enigma of Trent
• The importance of setting boundaries
• Healing journey
• Message to others

Lisa's dating story serves as a cautionary tale about the complexities of relationships and the importance of recognizing and addressing emotional abuse, even when it hides behind a charming facade. Remember, your well-being and self-worth should always come first.

We are not doctors or therapists, and you should not take our opinions as medical advice.

Content Warning: This episode discusses various forms of bullying and abuse and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. 

If you feel like you may be a victim of domestic violence of any type or in any way please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for confidential and free 24/7/365 support.

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Nicole and A built something beautiful — a community for women to connect, support each other, and live a little healthier in the deep-fried south. Good intentions, good people, good vibes.

And then one person decided to burn it down.

In this episode, the two of them sit down with us to talk about what happens when a toxic individual infiltrates a space built entirely on trust — the warning signs they missed, the moment everything unraveled, and the aftermath that lingered long after the damage was done. This isn't just a story about a Facebook group. It's a story about what one person's toxicity can do to an entire community of people who never saw it coming.

If you've ever built something and watched someone else break it — this one is for you.

Oh my. Let's get into it.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of narcissistic behavior, loss of life, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

If this show has meant something to you, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content — every bit helps us keep the curtain rising.

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Lydia asked for help. Nobody came.

In this episode, Lydia shares what it was like to grow up in a home where verbal, physical, and sexual abuse lived behind closed doors — and where the faith community that was supposed to protect her looked the other way instead. This is a story about survival in the most literal sense, and what it takes to carry something that heavy before you finally find a way to put it down.

This one is not easy to hear. It wasn't easy to live. But Lydia is here, and she's telling it anyway.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Suggested reading and podcast from this episode:*

Healing Your Inner Child: Re-Parenting Yourself for a More Secure & Loving Life by Natasha Levinger

I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk

The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

If this show has meant something to you, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content — every bit helps us keep the curtain rising.

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Amanda isn't here to play the victim. She's here to tell the whole truth — including the parts that don't make her look good.

In this episode, Amanda opens up about navigating polyamorous relationships, three very different situations with three very different men, and the patterns she didn't see in herself until the damage was already done. What makes Amanda's story stand out isn't just what happened to her — it's her willingness to own her role in it, do the work, and come out the other side genuinely changed.

Accountability, self-discovery, and the kind of honesty that takes real guts. This one hits different.

If you've ever had to reckon with your own patterns — and honestly, who hasn't — Amanda's story is going to resonate deeply. Listen to the end.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Suggested reading and support from this episode:*

Why does he do that? by Lundy Bancroft

Codependent's Anonymous Twelve Step Program (CoDA)

Peeling the Onion by CoDA

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, infidelity, sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

If this show has meant something to you, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content — every bit helps us keep the curtain rising.

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Sheena's back — and this time it's not funny.

In this episode, she opens up about Matt. The on-again, off-again relationship that kept pulling her back in, the toxicity that escalated with every cycle, and the moment she realized that if she didn't get out, it was only going to be a matter of time before it turned physical.

Sheena got out. This is how she did it.

If you're in a relationship that keeps almost crossing a line — this one is for you. Listen to the end.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

If this show has meant something to you, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content — every bit helps us keep the curtain rising.

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