Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of assault, grooming, and trauma that may be difficult for some listeners. In this powerful episode, I sit down with author, nurse, and survivor Stephanie Maley, who bravely shares her story of trauma, survival, and healing. From childhood medical trauma and abandonment to cycles of grooming, and the silence that followed, Stephanie opens up about the hidden scars that shaped her life and the long journey of finding her voice. She describes how ...
Aug 19, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 236
In this episode I sit down with Nikki Eisenhauer, licensed psychotherapist, mental health podcaster, and fellow survivor, to explore the complex realities of healing from childhood trauma and complex PTSD. Nikki shares her courageous story of growing up in fear and chaos, carrying the impossible burden of protecting her younger sisters, and facing the painful truths of family estrangement. She opens up about how trauma reshapes our nervous systems, why healing is not linear, and the radical pati...
Aug 12, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 235
This episode is a revisited conversation with the incredible Dr. Shah from Empower Her Health Center. The information we discussed continues to be just as relevant—and powerful—today. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or listening again, I know you’ll find this discussion just as insightful and empowering as I did the day we recorded it. In this episode, we dive into essential topics like perimenopause, menopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and the journey through hysterectomy....
Aug 05, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 234
This episode I’m joined once again by someone I truly admire. Dr. Alexandra Sowa is one of the nation’s first certified obesity medicine physicians, founder of the wellness brand SoWell, and author of "The Ozempic revolution" Together, we dive deep into what it really means to reclaim our health, our stories, and our futures. Dr. Sowa brings honesty, expertise, and compassion as we discuss the truth behind GLP1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, debunk the stigma and misinformation swirling ar...
Jul 29, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 233
In this episode I sit down with Heather Bellino, CEO of the Texas Advocacy Project, to talk about her unexpected journey from PTA volunteer to leading one of Texas’s most impactful nonprofit legal organizations. What began as a school carnival fundraiser turned into a life’s mission helping survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking access the civil legal services they need to reclaim their lives. Heather opens up about the culture of over-apologizing among women, the quiet ...
Jul 22, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 232
In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Marisa Hallsted, a transformation coach and Reality Architect who helps people reconnect with themselves in powerful and gentle ways. Marisa and I dive into a deeply moving conversation about burnout, grief, and how the pain we carry, often silently can weigh us down without us even realizing it. She shares her own story of trauma, heartbreak, and the moment she almost gave up, and how that breaking point became the beginning of deep healing and self...
Jul 15, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 231
The following episode is a revisited episode from a previous conversation with Dr. Ken Druck that I feel is just as meaningful and relevant today as when it first aired. In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Ken Druck, a Ph.D. and grief expert, for a meaningful conversation about navigating "what now" moments. These moments can arise on a personal level or in response to larger global challenges, and Dr. Ken offers powerful insight into how we can meet them with resilience, compassion, and purpose. ...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In today’s episode, I am so excited to sit down with Congressman Eric Swalwell, representative of California’s 14th Congressional District and former prosecutor, for an unfiltered, emotional, and urgent conversation about the state of our country and what it means to lead with courage and conviction in the face of chaos, fear, and division. What begins as a conversation about politics quickly becomes something far more personal and profound. Congressman Swalwell opens up about the heavy personal...
Jul 01, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 229
This episode I sit down with journalist, author, and BBC veteran Emily Kasriel to explore something that feels both radical and deeply human: the art of deep listening. At a time when the world is louder, angrier, and more divided than ever, Emily’s message is a lifeline for anyone who’s ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or unsure how to bridge the growing gap with someone they care about. As someone who has walked through trauma, loss, and healing myself, I know how hard it is to feel truly hea...
Jun 24, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 228
This week I’m joined by licensed clinical psychologist Dr Noelle Santorelli. We get into the invisible wounds left by social rejection and toxic dynamics, especially among women. I share my own deeply personal story of a friendship that turned into covert bullying and the emotional devastation that followed, while Dr. Noelle offers expert insight into how childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and early attachment wounds shape our adult relationships and our responses to betrayal. Together, we unpack w...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 227
This week I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Bonnie Buckner, dream expert and author of The Secret Mind: Unlock the Power of Dreams to Transform Your Life . Together we take a journey through the unconscious, as Bonnie shares how one vivid, recurring dream uprooted her life and led her all the way to the south of France. But more than a change of scenery, it was a call from deep within, a soul nudge that she couldn’t ignore. Together, Meghan and Bonnie explore the mysterious and powerful language ...
Jun 10, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 226
From The Walking Dead to Walking Away: Reclaiming Power After Abuse with Actress, Podcaster, and BFF Alliance Co-Founder Lindsay Abernathy Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of emotional abuse, sexual assault, and trauma. Please listen with care. This week on Judging Meghan , I sit down with the remarkable Lindsay Abernathy—an actress, advocate, and survivor whose journey takes us from the set of The Walking Dead to the harsh realities of emotional and financial abuse. Lindsay’s ...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 225
In this episode I sit down with podcaster, author, and MFT John Tsilimparis, to talk about one of the most universal and often misunderstood human experiences: grief. John's book The Magic in the Tragic: Rewriting the Script on Grief and Discovering Happiness in Our Darkest Days is a beautiful testament to the possibility of hope, healing, and even joy after loss. As someone who has walked through the heartbreak of losing my sister, my best friend, and my dad, this conversation felt deeply perso...
May 27, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 224
In this episode, I sit down with the radiant Madi Murphy, astrologer, author, and mom of two little ones, to explore what it truly means to live with purpose, alignment, and compassion for ourselves. Madi shares how embracing who we are, rather than who we think we should be, opens the door to real healing and joy. We dive into astrology as more than just sun signs and horoscopes. Madi explains how your birth chart can serve as a soul map, revealing your energetic blueprint, life lessons, and ev...
May 21, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 223
In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Carrie Berk, a fearless Gen Z mental health advocate, bestselling author, and the powerhouse behind the newly released Mind Fire: Diary of an Anxious 20-Something . Carrie doesn’t just talk about anxiety, she lives the journey of turning pain into power, and her story will move you in ways you didn’t expect. Together, we dive deep into what it’s like growing up in the chaos of New York City, how writing became her lifeline through OCD and panic attacks,...
May 13, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 220
In this episode I sit down with Dr. Mary Donohue, a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and CEO of the Digital Wellness Center, for a conversation that is both eye-opening and urgently needed. As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, I open up about my own journey through trauma and complex PTSD and why this mission is so personal to me. Together, we shine a light on the silent epidemic of digital addiction and the emotional toll our screen-filled lives are having on our minds, bodies, and r...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 221
This week I invite the amazing Lenore Skenazy—founder of the Free-Range Kids movement and president of Let Grow. You might know her as “America’s Worst Mom,” but today, you’ll discover the powerful truth behind that nickname and why her message is exactly what parents need right now. Together, we unpack the deep anxiety so many of us carry: the fear, the pressure to be perfect, and the cultural obsession with control. We explore why it’s so hard to let go, especially when trauma or past experien...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 220
This is a revisited episode that, unfortunately, remains deeply relevant today. The crisis of gun violence in schools continues, and stories like Mary Hollis Inboden’s are a vital reminder of why we must keep pushing for change. Since the 90s, mass shootings have continued to rise in numbers. This year alone, as of April, there have been 179 mass shootings in the US—16 of which have been school shootings. Fear and anxiety have become the default for our children as we send them to school every d...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 219
As we approach Mental Health Awareness Month, I’m honored to sit down with Dr. Paul Corona—a trailblazing physician, author, and fierce advocate for mental wellness—whose mission is to transform how we understand and treat mental health. With over 30 years of experience bridging psychiatry and family medicine, Dr. Corona shares his remarkable journey, from being nicknamed “Dr. Paul” as a five-year-old with a toy medical kit to becoming a leading voice in integrative mental health care. He brings...
Apr 15, 2025•57 min
Trigger warning: This episode discusses suicide, depression, and grief—please listen with care. In this deeply emotional episode, I'm sharing the space with a remarkable guest: Betsy Thibaut Stephens. Betsy is a mother, writer, and survivor of unthinkable loss. Her son, Charlie, was a bright, compassionate, easygoing 21-year-old who quietly battled depression—a struggle that ended in tragedy. In her beautifully written book, Blackbird: A Mother’s Reflections on Grief, Loss, and Life After Suicid...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 217
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about domestic abuse, emotional trauma, and financial control. Listener discretion is advised. In this powerful episode of Judging Meghan , I sit down with my dear friend, Vicky Edwards, who opens up about her courageous journey through domestic abuse and the emotional, financial, and psychological toll it took on her. Vicky shares the subtle beginnings of manipulation, the isolation she faced, and the pivotal moments that led to her breaking po...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 216
In this episode, I welcome Dr. Alexandra Sowa, a pioneer in obesity medicine and author of The Ozempic Revolution . Her inspiring journey is driven by her family's experience and her mission to provide compassionate, science-backed care. Together, we explore the complexities of weight management, the realities of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Monjauro, and Zepbound, and the importance of a holistic approach to health. We get into the emotional toll of body image, societal pressure, and...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 215
Imagine dedicating your life to protecting nature—only to have it ripped away without warning. That’s exactly what happened to today’s guest, Ben Vizzachero, a passionate wildlife biologist employed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) who lost his job in a wave of illegal firings. Despite years of dedication, hard work, promotions, and praise, Ben’s career came to an abrupt halt. In this eye-opening episode, Ben opens up about his journey of resilience. From following his childhood dream of worki...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 214
In this episode I welcome back my dear friend Robin Finn for a raw, timely, and empowering conversation in honor of International Women’s Day. As an award winning author, and passionate advocate for women, Robin brings wisdom and fire to a discussion that couldn’t be more relevant. We dive deep into the challenges women face today—navigating political uncertainty, the emotional toll of staying informed, and the struggles of speaking up in a world where misinformation runs rampant. From losing fr...
Mar 11, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 213
In this episode I'm joined by the incredible Marianne Williamson—bestselling author, activist, and former presidential candidate—for a conversation that is more urgent than ever. We dive into the power of love, resilience, and the urgent need for healing—both as individuals and as a society. From the state of our nation to the deeper spiritual truths that guide us, we explore how faith, activism, and self-awareness intersect in times of crisis. How do we navigate a world that feels overwhelming?...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 212
In this episode I sit down with psychotherapist and author Katherine Fabrizio, an expert in helping empathic daughters navigate complicated relationships with their mothers. We dive into the patterns of The Good Daughter Syndrome, explore how childhood dynamics shape our adult lives, and discuss the first steps toward healing. Mother-daughter relationships can be deeply complex, influenced by generational patterns, unspoken expectations, and ingrained behaviors. Whether you've struggled with a h...
Feb 25, 2025•59 min•Season 1Ep. 211
In this episode, I welcome Isa Gucciardi, the founding director of the Foundation of the Sacred Stream and a pioneer in healing and consciousness studies. With a background in cultural anthropology, comparative religion, and transpersonal psychology, Isa brings a deep and compassionate understanding of the human spirit. Her new book, "Depth Hypnosis: A Path to Healing, Peace, and Transformation," offers a powerful approach to personal growth and emotional recovery. We dive into the fascinating w...
Feb 18, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 210
Trigger warning: The following episode may be triggering including topics of depression and suicide. This deeply moving and powerful episode, is a revisited episode where I sit down with a mother who has endured the unimaginable—the loss of her son. Through raw honesty, she shares her journey through grief, the silent struggles so many face, and how she has turned her pain into a mission to raise awareness, save lives, and break the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction. We open up abou...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 209
In this episode I’m joined by my childhood and high school friend, Paul Caulfield—an attorney, Fordham professor, and fellow podcaster. We reminisce about our DC roots, the twists and turns of life, and how friendships can find their way back even after years apart. Paul shares his journey from teaching grade school to practicing law, living in Latin America, and launching his podcast, Opinions My Own: Risk, Fintech, and the Law. Along the way, we discuss the eerie accuracy of digital tracking, ...
Feb 04, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 208
In this episode I’m joined by Penny Hawkins Smith, a compassionate hospice nurse, influencer, and author of Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living . With over 2 million followers, Penny uses her platform to educate, inspire, and bring light to the often-taboo topic of death. Together, we delve into the emotional and spiritual depths of end-of-life care, from Penny’s personal journey of overcoming death anxiety to the remarkable, love-filled moments she’s witnessed at the bedside of...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 207
