In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Jemma about her scheming narcissistic mother. It’s a story of generational trauma, sexual abuse, running away, manipulation, obligation, rising above it all, guilt, temper tantrums, selfishness, physical abuse, emotional abuse, codependency, bonding, opposites, grooming, playing the victim, fraud, trust, and love. *** CONTENT WARNING - We discuss physical and sexual abuse of a child in this episode. *** If you want to be a guest on our...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 36 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Moon about her abusive relationship with a manipulative future-faking narcissist. At 32, Moon sought a life partner, leading to a whirlwind romance with her now ex-husband. Moon's ex was initially charming, but it didn't take long for his manipulative behavior to be revealed. Moon endured a myriad of abuses, including infidelity, control tactics, isolation, emotional abuse, animal abuse, and physical violence. Thankfully, Moon survived...
Jun 23, 2025•2 hr 5 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Kaya about her toxic relationship with a psychological abuser. It's a story of addiction, fear, smear campaigns, post relationship abuse, gaslighting, triangulation, spirituality, the big book, feeling seen, push/pulls, isolation, custody, victim playing, murder, child bullying, child mimicking abuse, rage, reactive abuse, health issues, mirroring, common enemies, physical abuse, and PTSD. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode mentions ph...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 36 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Lindsay shares her journey of overcoming intergenerational trauma and her abusive marriage. Lindsay met her husband at a wedding, where she felt seen by him, and the relationship moved quickly from there. Lindsay felt like they had two lives, one impacted by her partner's gambling addiction trips, and the other when they were at home. Over time, the addiction took its toll, and the putdowns, name-calling, gaslighting, and eventual physical abuse ramped u...
Jun 16, 2025•2 hr 10 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Riley about her controlling relationship with a triangulating physical abuser. It’s a story of self-love deficit, fixing potential, generational trauma, financial abuse, intimate partner violence, the struggle to leave for good, self-worth, coercive control, relationship rights, infidelity, hoovering, grief, idealization, devaluation, and single moms. *** CONTENT WARNING *** - We graphically discuss childhood sexual abuse, childhood ph...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 33 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Maureen shares her experiences of physical, verbal, and sexual abuse she endured at the hands of her mother and her mother's partners . In adulthood, despite her mother's abusive behavior, Maureen forgave her repeatedly, hoping for love and acceptance. It's a story of child sexual abuse, physical abuse, suicidal ideation, putdowns, neglect, control, selfishness, being used, healing, repressed memories, mental health, cptsd, coping mechanisms, family dyna...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Poncho about her physically abusive relationship with an impulsive spendthrift. It's a story of child sex abuse, caretaking, thinking you're the problem, infidelity, ex wives, rage, gaslighting, death, trauma bonding, narcissistic mothers, neglect, intergenerational trauma, and healing. *** CONTENT WARNING *** - This episode discusses graphic discussion of child sex abuse and intimate partner violence. The child sex abuse is mentioned ...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 34 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Evelyn about her marriage to a cheating manipulative narcissist. At first, Evelyn felt her husband had a bit of a drinking issue, but once they had children, Evelyn realized the issues ran deeper than addiction. Evelyn's husband needed to be the center of attention, and if he wasn't going to get it from her or the kids, he'd get it from someone else. Despite therapy (which became weaponized) and attempts to save the marriage, Evelyn re...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 23 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Citrine shares her journey as an abuse survivor who endured and ultimately escaped a toxic, manipulative relationship. Listen in as Citrine explores the psychological manipulation she experienced, the early red flags she overlooked, and how her former partners stories left her feeling confused and unbalanced. Citrine's discusses the erosion of her boundaries, her former partners attempts to control her, and the strain it placed on her relationship with h...
May 30, 2025•2 hr 10 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Celia about her controlling narcissistic father. Celia shares her experiences growing up in a narcissistic family environment, marked by her father's transition from drug addiction to a fervent Christian faith, which led to further control and guilt within the family. Celia detailed her role as the scapegoat, her brother's golden child status, and the lack of support from her mother. It's a story of fear, obligation, guilt, never being...
May 26, 2025•1 hr 12 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Nina about surviving abuse at the hands of her narcissistic mother and new abusive husband. It’s a story of kidnapping, conditional love, sexual abuse, physical abuse, sibling roles, trauma, guilt, shame, and healing. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses physical and sexual abuse of a child. It is descriptive and is in more than one part. *** If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please click here or send u...
May 23, 2025•2 hr 6 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Ash about her abusive relationship. Ash grew up with a narcissistic father and a co-dependent mother, which shaped her into a people pleaser. Ash loved creating art, but her passion was never championed by anyone... until she met her abusive ex. He praised her passion and Ash felt seen. Things were good, but then the control, abuse, and infidelity began. It's a story of isolation, invalidation, being seen, cognitive dissonance, love bo...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 4 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Amelia & Reya about living in fear of their parent's constant emotional and verbal abuse. They lived in fear of their mom's suicide threats. They lived in fear of their mom leaving. They lived in fear of physical abuse. They lived in fear. It's a story of parentification, fear, obligation, guilt, perfection, appearances, mental health issues, protection, generational trauma, CPTSD, victim playing, autonomy, feelings, no contact, se...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 59 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Tammy shares her story about meeting her future husband on Tinder. He quickly pushed Tammy's boundaries, and manipulated her into thinking it was because of life experience and cultural differences. The abuser isolated Tammy from everyone, so when the physical abuse began, she didn't have anyone to turn to because of the shame attached to it. Tammy eventually sought help, obtained an intervention order, and began healing, reflecting on the parallels betw...
May 12, 2025•2 hr
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Austin shares her story about meeting her abusive partner through a dating app. He was everything on paper – an absolute dream. Things were perfect. But unfortunately, Austin's abusive partner began to nitpick every little thing she did. Austin's life was under a microscope. And things only escalated from there. It's a story of intergenerational trauma, caretaking, being a burden, perfectionism, nitpicking, breadcrumbs, physical abuse, self compassion, d...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 48 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Eagle about escaping her abusive relationship. At first, Eagle was smitten by her future husband, but that quickly changed, as Eagle soon found herself walking on eggshells around him. The most confusing part for Eagle was the good times vs. the bad times, as there were good times. It created a cognitive dissonance, making it much more difficult for Eagle to leave. It's a story of rage, grandiosity, stonewalling, putdowns, plausible de...
May 05, 2025•2 hr 10 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Loren shares her story about being in perfect relationship for six years until she got a gut feeling that something was off. When Loren brought this feeling up to her partner, he admitted to having an affair and felt entitled to do so. From this point forth, the partner that Loren knew didn't exist anymore, and an emotionally abusive one took his place. It’s a story of isolation, double lives, bullying, betrayal trauma, non-apologies, criticism, humiliat...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 10 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Kara shares her harrowing journey of abuse and trauma, starting from childhood sexual and religious abuse religious abuse in a fundamentalist home. She detailed her marriage to an abusive partner, his control over her life, and her eventual escape. Kara describes her struggles with PTSD, depersonalization, and dissociation, and her healing process through therapy, exercise, and writing. It's a story of religious beliefs, control, gaslighting, put downs, ...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Harmony about her 20 year toxic relationship with an abusive police officer. It's a story of victim playing, jealousy, isolation, infidelity, and care taking. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses physical abuse. *** If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please click here or send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@gmail.com PODCAST RECOMMENDATIONS: Perfect Prey With Dr. Christine Cocchiola | Click Here The Co...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 25 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Francis shares the story of her abusive relationship with an intimidating jealous narcissist. The relationship was marked by infidelity, financial instability, emotional abuse, gaslighting, isolation, threats with weapons, minimization, suicide threats, rage, and stalking. Francis was diagnosed with PTSD and emphasizes the importance of recognizing red flags early, particularly in relationships and interactions with partners' families. Francis's story hi...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 47 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Quinn about her toxic relationship with a rage filled abuser. It’s a story of caretaking, chivalry as a form of control, self regulation, and threats of physical abuse. Plus they discuss, domestic violence, emotional abuse, gaslighting, hoovering, brainwashing, reverse psychology, depression, the cycle of abuse, alienation, loneliness, isolation, respect, rejection, chivalry, victim playing, sowing the seeds of doubt, blame shifting, p...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 45 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Liam shared his experiences with his father, who came from a poor background, became a mechanical engineer, and was deeply affected by the deaths of his parents. Liam described his father's focus on status and money, his own struggles with school, and the emotional toll of his father's unpredictable behavior and alcoholism. Liam's father was often critical and unsupportive, leading Liam to seek therapy to detach emotionally. Despite his father's initial ...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 11 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Larisa about her toxic relationship with an entitled narcissistic abuser. It’s a story of addiction, isolation, intimidation, sexual coercion, and self defense. Plus they discuss, child sexual abuse, control, gaslighting, smear campaigns, projection, insecurities, loneliness, love bombing, jealousy, low self esteem, zero accountability, rage, generational trauma, and more. BONUS - Follow up with Quinn (former guest) at the end of the e...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 40 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Lewis shares his experience of witnessing domestic violence growing up, surviving domestic violence in an early relationship, and navigating his sexual identity. It's a story of possessiveness, intergenerational trauma, sexuality, LGBTQ+ issues, shame, fear, support, physical abuse, racial identity, advocacy, and authenticity. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses Physical Abuse. *** If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please ...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Julia shares her story of marrying a scary psychological abuser. Julia fell for her husband immediately. He was charismatic, a protector, great with children, and had aspirations to be a fireman. Julia's husband checked all of her boxes. He was the man of her dreams. But unfortunately for Julia, her husband slowly morphed from someone she trusted to someone she feared. It's a story of caretaking, fear , feeling alien, being good enough, rage, double stan...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 44 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Lora about her marriage to a manipulative financial abuser. At 32, Lora met her ex-husband online, he seemed intelligent and ambitious, however, Lora would soon find out that her was also abusive. He became the truth teller in her world, only to isolate her from friends and family. When they got married, he took control of Lora's finances, and racked up significant debt in her name. And despite filing for divorce in 2022, Lora's legal ...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 25 min
Join us on this eye-opening discussion on Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A as we dissect the fabric of lies that often underpin abusive relationships. In the first part of our conversation, we uncover the three major untruths that abusers project onto their victims: victims are responsible for the abuser's happiness, victims are responsible for the abuser's anger, and victims are responsible for fixing the relationship. We explore how these manipulative falsehoods can lead to self-abandonment, self...
Mar 28, 2025•41 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Addison about her controlling abusive relationship. Addison shares her experience of being manipulated through her religious beliefs, coerced into sexual acts, and physical abuse. After breaking up, Addison faced stalking and further abuse. It took her years to process and seek therapy, finally recognizing the abuse and its impact. It's a story of shame, religious manipulation, boundaries, control, physical abuse, sexual coercion, sexu...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 15 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Rhea talks about being raised and betrayed by her narcissistic father. It’s a story of dark family secrets, conditional affection, witnessing abuse, perfectionism, infidelity, and survival mode. Plus they discuss, people pleasing, anxiety, vanity, neglect, child sexual abuse, intimidation, internalized rage, physical abuse, divorce, infidelity, panic attacks, and minimization. *** CONTENT WARNING - Graphic descriptions of physical and child sexual abuse ...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 35 min
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Emma Jean about her marriage to an arrogant abuser.Emma Jean met her ex at 21, initially charmed by his intensity and intelligence. Their relationship was marked by love bombing, emotional highs, and sudden breakups. As the relationship devolved, the abusive behavior escalated, including verbal attacks and infidelity. Emma's children were also affected, leading to their eventual separation. In the aftermath, Emma's ex became more unhin...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 23 min
