Matthew Hussey, one of the world's leading dating experts, reveals important advice for recovering from toxic relationships and offers life-changing wisdom for finding healthy love.

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Guest Bio:

Matthew Hussey has the #1 Youtube channel in the world for dating and relationship advice for women and has empowered millions through his New York Times bestselling book ‘Get The Guy,’ sold-out live tours, six-day immersion Retreats, and powerful training videos. His advice reaches over 8 million followers weekly, and his YouTube videos have amassed over 300 million views.

Guest Information:

• Instagram - @thematthewhussey
• Facebook - Matthew Hussey  
• Twitter - @matthewhussey 
• YouTube - @thematthewhussey

This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a healthcare professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Jada Pinkett Smith, Ellen Rakieten, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Meghan Hoffman, Fallon Jethroe VP PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Martha Chaput CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Nguyen LINE PRODUCER Lee Pearce PRODUCER Matthew Jones, Aidan Tanner ASSOCIATE PRODUCER Mara De La Rosa ASSOCIATE CREATIVE PRODUCER Keenon Rush HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST Samatha Pack AUDIO ENGINEER Calvin Bailiff EXEC ASST Rachel Miller PRODUCTION OPS ASST Jesse Clayton EDITOR Eugene Gordon POST MEDIA MANAGER Luis E. Ackerman POST PROD ASST Moe Alvarez AUDIO EDITORS & MIXERS Matt Wellentin & Geneva Wellentin, VP, HEAD OF PARTNER STRATEGY Jae Trevits Digital MARKETING DIRECTOR Sophia Hunter VP, POST PRODUCTION Jonathan Goldberg SVP, HEAD OF CONTENT Lukas Kaiser VP, PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Jacob Moncrief EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION Dawn Manning

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We all have to deal with narcissists. Now, it’s time to heal from them. In this groundbreaking series, clinical psychologist and world’s leading expert on narcissism Dr. Ramani Durvasula talks to survivors and experts to help millions left reeling from narcissistic abuse. The powerful, transformative conversations on Navigating Narcissism break down classic narcissistic patterns like manipulation, control, gaslighting, and love bombing and help unpack feelings of betrayal, shame, confusion, pain.

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We've received your questions and in this episode, Dr. Ramani answers some of the ones listeners have written in. Listen to this episode for even more insight and answers to topics surrounding narcissistic abuse.

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Where are our guests now? Listen to this recap episode and learn about what's new with some of our guests from this season!

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Guest(s) Information:

• Heidi Russell’s GoFundMe
• Instagram: Heidi Russell’s IG - @heidirussellglobal 
• Twitter: Heidi Russell TW - @HERRussellGlobal 

• Mark Vicente’s Podcast: WTF is on my Mind?
• Instagram: Mark Vicente’s IG - @markvicente
• Twitter: Mark Vicente’s TW - @markvicente 

• Vanessa Reiser’s Tell A Therapist
• Instagram: Vanessa Reiser’s IG - @vanessareiserlcsw
• Twitter: Vanessa Reiser’s TW - @vprockland

• Rebecca Humphries’ book: Why Did You Stay? A memoir about self-worth
• Instagram: Rebecca Humphries’ IG - @beckshumps
• Twitter: Rebecca Humphries’ Twitter -@beckshumps

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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In Part 2 Sarah Edmondson's story, we see how the truth slowly starts to unfold. Sarah realizes that Keith Raniere, Nancy Salzman, and NXIVM were abusing many of its female members. For the first time, Sarah sees the horrible truth about the organization, and how Keith was actually sexually abusing women behind closed doors. When Sarah was tricked into joining DOS, more insidious events unfold all around NXIVM, which lead to Sarah taking action to protect herself and the women around her. Listen to how Sarah's whistleblowing finally started the beginning of the end of NXIVM.

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Guest Information:

Instagram: Sarah Edmondson’s IG - @sarahedmondson

Facebook: Sarah Edmondson’s FB - Sarah Edmondson 

Twitter: Sarah Edmondson’s TW - @sarahjedmondson 

Book: Scarred

Podcast: A Little Bit Culty 

Guest Bio: 

Sarah is a working actor and artist. She is known for her role in NXIVM; which initially intrigued her with its promise to provide the tools and insight she needed to reach her potential. It all came into focus when she accepted an invitation to join DOS, a “secret sisterhood” within NXIVM. It was a decision that resulted in a front page bombshell in the New York Times featuring her story as a woman on a mission to shut NXIVM down.

Sarah published Scarred: The True Story of How I Escaped NXIVM, the Cult that Bound My Life. Sarah’s journey as a whistleblower has also been featured in “The Vow”, the critically acclaimed HBO documentary series. 

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Sarah Edmondson was a young actress pursuing a career in film and television, when she hit a low point and was hoping to find a new purpose in life. She ran into renowned filmmaker, Mark Vicente, who spoke to her about NXIVM and eventually brought her into the organization. There she started following Keith Raniere and Nancy Salzman's mission. They encouraged Sarah to give her all. In part 1 of 2, we learn about how NXIVM's leadership undermined its followers and groomed them in such a conniving way, that no one knew what was happening to them. Sarah grew close to many members of the organization - which later turned out to be a cult, and even rose up in leadership. Listen to how Sarah's journey and newfound community helped her find a new meaning in life.

Host Information: 

Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

Facebook: Dr Ramani's FB - @doctorramani

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Guest Information:

Instagram: Sarah Edmondson’s IG - @sarahedmondson

Facebook: Sarah Edmondson’s FB - Sarah Edmondson 

Twitter: Sarah Edmondson’s TW - @sarahjedmondson 

Book: Scarred

Podcast: A Little Bit Culty 

Guest Bio: 

Sarah is a working actor and artist. She is known for her role in NXIVM; which initially intrigued her with its promise to provide the tools and insight she needed to reach her potential. It all came into focus when she accepted an invitation to join DOS, a “secret sisterhood” within NXIVM. It was a decision that resulted in a front page bombshell in the New York Times featuring her story as a woman on a mission to shut NXIVM down.

Sarah published Scarred: The True Story of How I Escaped NXIVM, the Cult that Bound My Life. Sarah’s journey as a whistleblower has also been featured in “The Vow”, the critically acclaimed HBO documentary series. 

I want to hear from you, too. Have a toxic topic you want me to explore? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com  

I just might answer you questions on air. 

This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Barrett Pall was young and not sure what he wanted to do with his life; when a friend suggested modeling. Unsure about moving in that trajectory, Barrett hesitated, only to be encouraged by his friends. As a young adult who wanted to help with his family finances, Barrett was told that modeling could help his family out of financial trouble so he pursued it. On top of trying to make money; Barrett was struggling with coming out and learning about his own queerness as he was immersed in the vicious world of modeling. Listen and learn how Barrett was able to pick himself up from an extremely low point in his life and career; and how he's able to rise above the narcissistic world of modeling to where he is today.

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Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

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Guest Information:

Instagram: Barrett Pall’s IG - @barrettpall 

Facebook: Barrett Pall’s FB - @barrettpallfan

YouTube: Barrett Pall’s YT - @BarrettPall 

Guest Bio: 

Barrett Pall is a Life Coach, Activist, and Digital Creator, who reaches over 2.3 million people across his social platforms. Throughout his humanitarian work he has traveled to all 7 continents, which lead to him being profiled by the UN at the UNGA in 2019. In 2016 Pall hiked 800 miles on the PCT, and since then his mission is to fully lean into helping the world heal. Barrett welcomes you to join his Love Army where together our purpose is to empower, educate, and inspire as many humans as possible.

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Rebecca Humphries had just celebrated her birthday when her world turned upside down. Pictures of her boyfriend, and his dance partner were leaked in the media, as they were competing in the popular show, Strictly Come Dancing. While Rebecca was utterly heartbroken, overwhelmed by news outlets and a heartless boyfriend, she decided to rise above it. Rebecca stood her ground, spoke her truth, and was able to overcome her abusive relationship and independently move on with her life. Listen to this episode and learn how Rebecca's tragedy turned out to be the best thing that happened to her life and career.

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Guest Information:

Instagram: Rebecca Humphries’ IG - @beckshumps

Twitter: Rebecca Humphries’ Twitter -@beckshumps

Book: Why Did You Stay? 

The book is on sale in the US and Canada on January 17th and is available now to pre-order from all good booksellers, including (links below):

• Barnes & Noble
• Bookshop.org
• Amazon

Guest Bio: 

Rebecca Humphries' first book 'Why Did You Stay? A memoir about self worth' became an instant Sunday Times bestseller in July 2022. As an actress, she has played Carol Thatcher in 'The Crown', and stars in 'Ten Percent' - the UK remake of the smash French series 'Call My Agent'. She recently wrapped a performance in the play, Blackout Songs at London’s Hampstead Theatre.

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Our Guest's ex came on so strong and in a way that showed her love and attention unlike any she had seen before. As things between the couple began to deteriorate, our Guest received a message from another person who was having an affair with our Guest's partner. Turns out their partner had a long history of narcissistic behavior and cheating in relationships. Listen to this episode and find out some big red flags when the person is addicted to social media, and what our Guest did to get out of such a toxic relationship.

Host Information: 

Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

Facebook: Dr Ramani's FB - @doctorramani

Twitter: Dr Ramani's TW - @DoctorRamani 

YouTube: Dr. Ramani’s YT - DoctorRamani

I want to hear from you, too. Have a toxic topic you want me to explore? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com  

I just might answer you questions on air. 

This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Dr. Ingrid Clayton's stepfather lacked empathy and would occasionally manipulate Ingrid with gifts. Brutal realizations come to light as her stepfather reveals his true feelings for her. Ingrid's toxic upbringing led her to having relationships with toxic men. Listen to part 2 of Ingrid's story and hear how she started taking steps on turning her life around, getting a PhD, writing a book, defending herself and saying no to every request from her parents. 

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Guest Information: 

Website: ingridclayton.com

Book: Believing Me

Instagram: Dr. Ingrid Clayton’s IG - @ingridclaytonphd

Facebook: Dr. Ingrid Clayton’s FB - Ingrid Clayton, PhD

Guest Bio:

Ingrid Clayton, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and author. Her recent memoir is Believing Me: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse and Complex Trauma. She is a contributor to Psychology Today where her article, “What is Self-Gaslighting?” is considered an Essential Read. Ingrid has been interviewed for countless publications and podcasts including Women’s Health Magazine and The Healing Trauma Podcast. 

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Dr. Ingrid Clayton grew up in an alcoholic household, and when her mother's second husband, her step dad, came into the picture, consistent emotional abuse ensued. This resulted in childhood trauma which affected her life long term. Part 1 of 2 of Ingrid's story is filled with examples of trauma bonding, grooming and gas lighting she received from her stepfather. As Ingrid tried to navigate life as a teenager, she sought out for her mother's help who seemed so disconnected--another sign of a narcissistic family system. Ingrid's upbringing led her down a dark path with alcohol abuse and AA. Listen to this episode and find out what Ingrid realized about her stepfather and mother, and the actions she took to start turning her life around for the better.

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Guest Information: 

Website: ingridclayton.com

Book: Believing Me

Instagram: Dr. Ingrid Clayton’s IG - @ingridclaytonphd

Facebook: Dr. Ingrid Clayton’s FB - Ingrid Clayton, PhD

Guest Bio:

Ingrid Clayton, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and author. Her recent memoir is Believing Me: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse and Complex Trauma. She is a contributor to Psychology Today where her article, “What is Self-Gaslighting?” is considered an Essential Read. Ingrid has been interviewed for countless publications and podcasts including Women’s Health Magazine and The Healing Trauma Podcast. 

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Sola Oluborode's long time friend became her romantic partner after he initially passed the test of her healthy boundaries. But once they were official, he started treating her differently - and not in a good way. Sola realized that the quirks she saw in him while they were just friends, were actually toxic traits she later encountered. Listen to this episode and learn how Sola chose to do all the right things, being friends, setting boundaries, and yet still got into a hurtful and gaslit relationship.

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Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

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Twitter: Dr Ramani's TW - @DoctorRamani 

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Guest Bio:

A native Detroiter of Nigerian descent, Sola Oluborode is an educator in neurodiversity, vocalist, artist, writer, and editor. She empowers children and adults through the development of literacy skills and supports Black-owned businesses around the world through design, composition, and content creation. Sola is passionate about celebrating Black people, culture, joy, and the Black aesthetic. As a woman with ADHD overcoming childhood and recent experiences of emotional abuse, Sola is committed to using her voice as an instrument of healing. Her favorite pastimes include succumbing to a lifelong sugar addiction, traveling, and gushing over beautiful images of Black people in yellow.

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Kiersten Hathcock was struggling to make ends meet with her husband when she decided to go into the design industry to help pay the bills. Her expanding business led Kiersten into taking trips away from her family, which led to meeting another man who wanted to work with her. This friendship turned into an affair, and ultimately, a narcissistically abusive relationship. Listen to this episode to hear how her marriage and career deteriorated, only to be brought back together in some shocking turn of events.

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Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

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Guest Information: 

Instagram: Kiersten Hathcockl’s IG - @kierstenhathcock

Facebook: Kiesten Hathcock’s FB -Kiersten Parsons Hathcock - Author

Twitter: Kiersten Hathcock’s TW - @authorkhathcock

Kiersten's Book: Little Voices: kierstenhathcock.com/littlevoicesmemoir.html

Guest Bio:

To most who know her, Kiersten Hathcock is a former TV marketing exec and TEDx speaker turned Shark Tank-winning, self-taught carpenter & furniture designer who built an internationally-known kids’ furniture company out of her LA garage. Behind the scenes; however, Kiersten privately struggled to survive and heal from childhood sexual abuse and narcissistic abuse all while grappling with newfound mediumship abilities that led her to pen her debut memoir, LITTLE VOICES. She also co-founded a nonprofit with retired NYPD Detective Mark Pucci that helps crime victims and their families. Kiersten lives with her husband and kids in Phoenix, AZ.

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Collier Landry was only twelve years old when he testified against his father in court for the murder of his mother. Collier's narcissist father's crimes led him to prison and left his own son abandoned. This episode goes into detail about how Collier grew up without parents, becoming a filmmaker and the documentary that brought light into why his father committed murder. Since then, Collier has shed light on his story in order to help other victims in similar situations have a voice. Listen to part 2 to learn about Collier and fellow survivor Terra Newell's story.

Collier is the creator and subject of the Discovery+ documentary A Murder in Mansfield.   He is the host of the Moving Past Murder podcast, and upcoming podcast Survivor Squad with co-host Terra Newell (Dirty John).

As a formally trained musician and photographer, Collier Landry segued into filmmaking to creatively express his own traumatic childhood story - witnessing the murder of his mother Noreen by his narcissist father, Dr. John F. Boyle - and to give a narrative voice to others in similar circumstances.

Host Information: 

Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

Facebook: Dr Ramani's FB - @doctorramani

Twitter: Dr Ramani's TW - @DoctorRamani 

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Guest Information: 

Instagram: Collier Landry’s IG - @collierlandry

Facebook: Collier Landry’s FB - Collier Landry

Twitter: Collier Landry’s TW - @collierlandry

YouTube: Collier Landry’s YT - Collier Landry

Instagram: Terra Newell’s IG - @terranewell

Facebook: Terra Newell’s FB -Terra Newell

Twitter: Terra Newell’s TW - @terra_newell

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This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff.

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Terra Newell's name became nationally known after she killed her stepfather in self-defense; John Meehan known from Dirty John. Earlier this season, Terra's mother, Debra, came on the show and shared her experience during that tumultuous time. In this episode we hear directly from Terra who shares her point of view. While she experienced massive trauma, she learned how to heal and help others. Listen to part 1 to learn about Terra and fellow survivor Collier Landry’s story.

Host Information: 

Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani

Facebook: Dr Ramani's FB - @doctorramani

Twitter: Dr Ramani's TW - @DoctorRamani 

YouTube: Dr. Ramani’s YT - DoctorRamani

Guest Information: 

Terra Newell

Instagram: Terra Newell’s IG - @terranewell

Facebook: Terra Newell’s FB -Terra Newell

Twitter: Terra Newell’s TW - @terra_newell

Collier Landry

Instagram: Collier Landry’s IG - @collierlandry

Facebook: Collier Landry’s FB - Collier Landry

Twitter: Collier Landry’s TW - @collierlandry

YouTube: Collier Landry’s YT - Collier Landry

Guest Bios:

Terra Newell has been called “one of the biggest bad asses of true crime.” She killed “dirty” John Meehan, a con-man and serial predator, in self-defense at age 25. Since then, she’s shared her dramatic story on global platforms to raise awareness around domestic abuse. She is the heroine of episode six of the ​Dirty John ​podcast and has been interviewed for ​Dateline, Dirty John: The Dirty Truth, Dr. Oz, The Skinny Confidential, KTLA a​nd numerous additional outlets. She’s currently working alongside fellow survivor Collier Landry with a new podcast, The Survivor Squad. Terra also loves to help others by coaching and advocating for victims.

Collier is the creator and subject of the Discovery+ documentary A Murder in Mansfield.   He is the host of the Moving Past Murder podcast, and upcoming podcast Survivor Squad with co-host Terra Newell (Dirty John).

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In Part 2 of our Guest's episode, they dive in deeper about their childhood, and how their Father's treatment affected both them and their sibling. We also explore how their abusive upbringing shaped them as a parent, and the steps they took to right their own wrongs while continuing to navigate through life today.

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Our Guest’s Father was considered the more affectionate parent, however, he was both physically and emotionally abusive towards our Guest, their brother and their mother. Listen to Part 1 of this two part episode to hear about the childhood trauma our Guest endured, and the steps they are taking to move through the abuse; and work through its generational impact.

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Jenifer Faison and Andrea Gunning of Betrayal Podcast continue to share their story in part 2 of their episode. Dr. Ramani, Jenifer and Andrea dive deeper into how Jen dealt with Spencer's lovers. While it is common for victims of infidelity to blame both parties, Jenifer explains what she thinks about Spencer's relationships with teenagers vs. adult women, and how he didn’t seem like a villain - at first. They wrap the episode speaking on their thoughts on love, and whether after an experience like this there still can be hope for future relationships.

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Betrayal Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-betrayal-the-perfect-husb-95632727/ 

Guest Bios:

Jenifer Faison  

Jenifer Faison is the host of the podcast Betrayal, which shot up to number one and remained there for several weeks in the US and beyond. In addition to podcasting, Jen is an Emmy nominated television producer, with credits such as Judge Judy and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and most recently Netflix Instant Dream Home. After building her career in LA for 17 years, Jenifer now resides in Acworth, GA with her cat, California Berry.  

Andrea Gunning 

Andrea Gunning is Glass Entertainment Group’s Head of Podcast Development and Production. She recently added “talent" to her responsibilities as co-host of Apple’s number one podcast, Betrayal. Previous to podcast life, “Dre” as she’s called by friends and colleagues, was a television executive based in Philadelphia. Her passions include her family, fitness and summers at the Jersey shore. 

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Jenifer Faison and Andrea Gunning of Betrayal Podcast join Dr. Ramani to discuss Jen's marriage to her college sweetheart. What she thought was rekindled romance, led to the most shocking discovery when her husband's dark secrets were revealed by the police. Listen to Part 1 of 2 episodes, to learn how Jenifer and Andrea came to collaborate and create their podcast, Betrayal  and how Jen overcame this incredibly difficult moment in her life.

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Betrayal Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-betrayal-the-perfect-husb-95632727/ 

Guest Bios:

Jenifer Faison  

Jenifer Faison is the host of the podcast Betrayal, which shot up to number one and remained there for several weeks in the US and beyond. In addition to podcasting, Jen is an Emmy nominated television producer, with credits such as Judge Judy and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and most recently Netflix Instant Dream Home. After building her career in LA for 17 years, Jenifer now resides in Acworth, GA with her cat, California Berry.  

Andrea Gunning 

Andrea Gunning is Glass Entertainment Group’s Head of Podcast Development and Production. She recently added “talent" to her responsibilities as co-host of Apple’s number one podcast, Betrayal. Previous to podcast life, “Dre” as she’s called by friends and colleagues, was a television executive based in Philadelphia. Her passions include her family, fitness and summers at the Jersey shore. 

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Ayleen Charlotte was looking for love in all the usual places: online. Tinder to be exact. When she started her relationship with con man, Simon Leviev, it was just like a fairytale, filled with love, gifts, and a very handsome boyfriend who doted on her. Everything took a turn when she found Simon on her Instagram feed labeled as the Tinder Swindler. The man she thought she knew and loved, has reportedly swindled about $10 million from victims across Europe. In this episode we learn about love bombing, manipulation and empathy; and what Ayleen did to get back at the man that stole so much from her. 

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Instagram: Ayleen’s IG - @ayleencharlott

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In part 2 of Debra Newell's story exposes the things Debra did to get away from John Meehan. Her main mission was to protect her family; and if there's one thing that really triggers a parent, it's that their children are threatened. Listen and learn about the explosive final moments between John and Debra's family--which involves a fight, a struggle and a dramatic ending.

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Instagram: Debra Newell IG - @debraambrosenewell

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Debra Newell is an interior designer based in Orange County, California. She’s the founder of Ambrosia Interior Design and is a self-made multimillionaire. As a little girl, she was always sick, so she’d spend her time drawing and designing houses. She grew up in a loving family; and although her previous marriages ended in divorce, she was close with her four children. She continues to build her interior design empire today; while spreading the word about domestic abuse and how to look out for red flags. She doesn’t believe in victim shaming; so she wrote a book about her experience with her narcissistic, abusive fifth husband, John Meehan. She and her daughter Terra, use their experience to share with those who may be going through the same struggles.

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National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

If you are in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. For anonymous, confidential help, 24/7, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or  1-800-787-3224 (TTY). If you are being abused by your partner, know there is nothing you have done or are doing to cause the abuse. It is solely the choice of the abuser to abuse. It may seem impossible to escape your abuser, change your circumstances, or find the help you need, but it is possible. You are not alone, please do not suffer in silence.

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Debra Newell became nationally known when the LA Times and Deadline covered her volatile relationship with John Meehan, also known as Dirty John. Debra discusses how she met John, the list of past narcissistic/abusive relationships she's had and how her unawareness of red flags and love bombing made her a vulnerable target. Listen to part 1 of 2 episodes of Debra's story; and learn about the steps she took to get out of the relationship safely, while protecting her own family.

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Instagram: Debra Newell IG - @debraambrosenewell

Guest Bio:

Debra Newell is an interior designer based in Orange County, California. She’s the founder of Ambrosia Interior Design and is a self-made multimillionaire. As a little girl, she was always sick, so she’d spend her time drawing and designing houses. She grew up in a loving family; and although her previous marriages ended in divorce, she was close with her four children. She continues to build her interior design empire today; while spreading the word about domestic abuse and how to look out for red flags. She doesn’t believe in victim shaming; so she wrote a book about her experience with her narcissistic, abusive fifth husband, John Meehan. She and her daughter Terra, use their experience to share with those who may be going through the same struggles.

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Today's Guest overcame a tumultuous marriage with a narcissistic husband and the Church that supported his actions. Coming straight from a religious college and community, our Guest and her ex-husband met and were groomed by the Church to be together and get married. After what she thought was the perfect pairing to the perfect man, and that they were going to change the world for the better, everything changed. From sex addiction, to gas lighting, to the Church forgiving all her husbands sins; while not listening to her needs. Our Guest later realized that she was being loved bombed, betrayed and had to navigate religious enablers who made their relationship a lot more complicated.

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Mandeep Kaur Sandhu was already an award winning yogi in India, but by attending Bikram Chadhury's training school, she would be able to further develop her skills and eventually open her own studio. Chadhury changed the world of yoga in the US, with the added heat element, plus his charisma and demeanor which attracted a lot of his followers. However, Chadhury wasn't your regular guru. Mandeep explains how manipulative, contemptuous and abusive Chadhury was to his female trainees, employees, and teachers. He would gaslight his staff and groom the women in order to get what he wanted in the middle of the night. Mandeep details how Chadhury's sexual impropriety and abuse greatly affected his trainees; and led to his eventual downfall. Find out how Mandeep took a stand and stayed true to her own beliefs.

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Instagram: Mandeep Kaur Sandhu’s IG - @mandeepkaursandhu_

Guest Bio:

Mandeep Kaur has been practicing yoga for the last twenty years. She is the founder of Mandeep Hot Yoga Center and aims to build a presence that is to be recognized worldwide. In 2007, Mandeep Kaur left for the U.S. and rented a small studio space where she trained herself with various yoga institutes and centers to gain more knowledge in different styles of yoga; before she designed the innovative series of Mandeep Hot Yoga. Mandeep strives to share her vision in new ways, she has spent over a decade crafting training programs, articulating yoga education methods, attending and participating in conferences and events; all to empower individuals to positively change themselves and the world, through yoga.

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Vanessa Reiser was love bombed by her narcissistic ex in such an extravagant manner--like being showered with expensive gifts, to expensive cars, to a $150,000 engagement ring, and travels across the world. She didn't have time to breathe, much less clock in the red flags happening left and right. Vanessa is a therapist and works hard today to raise awareness to narcissistic spousal abuse, and started a movement by running 285 miles across the state of New York to raise awareness to their cause. Listen and learn how Vanessa was able to come up for air, evaluate and understand her situation and how she separated herself from the man that first swept her off her feet.

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Instagram: Vanessa Reiser’s IG - @vanessareiserlcsw

Twitter: Vanessa Reiser’s TW - @vprockland

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Vanessa Reiser is a mother, entrepreneur, life coach, advocate, and a ground breaking psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse using Therapist Self-Disclosure (TSD); a form of therapy where therapist statements are shared that reveal something personal about the therapist, when an opportunity to create validation exists. Vanessa is licensed in NY, NJ, MA & FL and made international headlines when she ran the entire state of New York in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse in May 2021. Her days are spent supporting those traumatized by this insidious form of domestic violence.

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Roberta shares her time at LuLaRoe, a multi-level marketing company that sells women's clothes; and how working for them changed her life forever. LuLaRoe started out as a great experience for Roberta, making new friends, climbing her way to the top, and making her a lot of money. However, it ended with her in financial wealth not being met amongst other broken expectations. LuLaRoe retailers were duped and manipulated by its narcissistic leaders by selling cheap material that pigeon-holed their employees in an endless loop of buying and selling, with many making no money. Listen and learn how LuLaRoe rose to the top, gained so much popularity; and how some of its former retailers are picking up the pieces today.

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Instagram: Roberta Blevins’ IG - @therealrobertablevins

Facebook: Roberta Blevins’ FB - @therealrobertablevins

Twitter: Roberta Blevins’ TW - @mommylikewhoa

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We all have that one roommate we still talk about because of how terrible they were. Now imagine the worst roommate you've ever had and multiply that by a hundred because Heidi Russell, shares her story of how she got stuck with a grifter in her apartment. Heidi and her partner Valentina have been living in their beautiful West Village apartment when they opened up their second room to make ends meet. Listen and learn how one person, the grifter, used manipulation, gaslighting, and took advantage of new covid laws to stay living in their apartment without paying. Listen to how Heidi's been able to manage through this nightmare and learn about ways YOU can stay safe from a grifter.

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Instagram: Heidi Russell’s IG - @heidirussellglobal 

Twitter: Heidi Russell TW - @HERRussellGlobal 

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Heidi is a fine art photographer, publisher, indie curator, global cultural collaborator, and founder of International Women Artists’ Salon. Heidi Russell and Valentina Bajada owned an 860-square-foot second-floor walk-up - a perfect home for the two of them. They opened their space for an AirBnb to earn more money in the space, and are still facing a very tough situation where they no longer have access to their home. In this interview, told by Heidi, we will explore how a Grifter took advantage of their space. This resulted in them still not having access to their home due to tenant laws through someone who seemed nice and trusting in the beginning, but ended up being very self-serving and truly making a nightmare situation.

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As we dive into part 2 of Mark Vicente's experience in the NXIVM cult, we go even deeper and discuss the root of the problem, Keith Raniere and executive team, who aided and abetted his actions of abuse. Mark talks about victim blaming, and points out that what happened to him could really happen to anyone. Mark breaks down his emotional journey after finding out and then accepting the truth about Raniere's abuse. With the justice system being flawed, we witness the rare occasion where the abuser receives a deserving sentence.

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Instagram: Mark Vicente’s IG - @markvicente

Twitter: Mark Vicente’s TW - @markvicente 

Guest Bio:

Mark was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1965. Taking his first photograph at age four, he quickly discovered his passion for being behind the camera. After attending film and drama school in South Africa, he began working his way up the ranks of the camera department. His first big break came as Director of Photography on the musical SARAFINA, starring Whoopi Goldberg. In 1992, he relocated to Los Angeles to shoot his first studio picture for Disney; FATHERHOOD, starring Patrick Swayze and Halle Berry.

Over the next few decades, he went on to shoot an additional 14 feature films and numerous documentaries, music videos and commercials. Mark soon discovered untold stories he needed to express as a director. He was driven by the conviction that tales of greatness, nobility and introspection could be exciting and financially successful.

Growing up during the Apartheid era in South Africa and its widespread iniquities, Mark learned early on to question fundamental assumptions and beliefs about human behavior, cosmology, existentialism, and mysticism. While that bold curiosity served him well, the path found him in direct contact with truly malignant pathologic personalities masquerading as forward-thinking philosophical leaders teaching self-improvement while inflicting unthinkable damage to their followers... and to Mark himself.

His recent defection from the NXIVM cult was chronicled in the HBO series THE VOW. Mark and a few courageous whistleblowers exposed the criminal activities of this organization, resulting in multiple arrests and indictments.

Mark is currently in production on a number of films including one on Narcissism and Narcissistic abuse.

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff. 

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Pyramid schemes, sex trafficking operations and cults, oh my! Mark Vicente, an award-winning director who was part of the NXIVM cult, became one of its whistleblowers and has vowed to continue to shed light into the atrocities that happened within the confines of Keith Raniere. Mark reveals how he was manipulated and coerced into joining NXIVM, and how Raniere and other senior members gaslit its female members and ran an underground sex trafficking rink. In part 1 of 2 of this episode, Mark explains how anyone can get wrapped up into a situation like this and why it took him so long to see how much of a narcissist Raniere really was.

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Instagram: Mark Vicente’s IG - @markvicente

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Guest Bio:

Mark was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1965. Taking his first photograph at age four, he quickly discovered his passion for being behind the camera. After attending film and drama school in South Africa, he began working his way up the ranks of the camera department. His first big break came as Director of Photography on the musical SARAFINA, starring Whoopi Goldberg. In 1992, he relocated to Los Angeles to shoot his first studio picture for Disney; FATHERHOOD, starring Patrick Swayze and Halle Berry.

Over the next few decades, he went on to shoot an additional 14 feature films and numerous documentaries, music videos and commercials. Mark soon discovered untold stories he needed to express as a director. He was driven by the conviction that tales of greatness, nobility and introspection could be exciting and financially successful.

Growing up during the Apartheid era in South Africa and its widespread iniquities, Mark learned early on to question fundamental assumptions and beliefs about human behavior, cosmology, existentialism, and mysticism. While that bold curiosity served him well, the path found him in direct contact with truly malignant pathologic personalities masquerading as forward-thinking philosophical leaders teaching self-improvement while inflicting unthinkable damage to their followers... and to Mark himself.

His recent defection from the NXIVM cult was chronicled in the HBO series THE VOW. Mark and a few courageous whistleblowers exposed the criminal activities of this organization, resulting in multiple arrests and indictments.

Mark is currently in production on a number of films including one on Narcissism and Narcissistic abuse.

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff. 

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Ousted WeWork CEO Adam Neumann built a company culture that drew employees in a relationship with their workplace that they loved - but that many on the inside and outside clearly saw as - narcissistic. As one of the top community managers at WeWork, Ugo Mbawuike had a front row seat to the rise and demise of the co-working tech unicorn that was supposed to transform the corporate office as we know it. From the love bombing of perks and community, to the future faking of Adam’s grand vision, and the gaslighting of the company’s subsequent financial problems, we look at Ugo’s experience through a narcissistic framework to recognize red flags of a employer.

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff. 

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Ayleen Charlotte was looking for love in all the usual places: online. Tinder to be exact. When she started her relationship with con man, Simon Leviev, it was just like a fairytale, filled with love, gifts, and a very handsome boyfriend who doted on her. Everything took a turn when she found Simon on her Instagram feed labeled as the Tinder Swindler. The man she thought she knew and loved, has reportedly swindled about $10 million from victims across Europe. In this episode we learn about love bombing, manipulation and empathy; and what Ayleen did to get back at the man that stole so much from her. 

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Instagram: Ayleen’s IG - @ayleencharlott

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Guest Bio:

In The Tinder Swindler, Ayleen reveals how she ended up entangled in the web of lies created by whom she believed to be her boyfriend, Simon. For well over a year, through a strategy he refined by trying out the same lies on other women simultaneously, she was made to believe both their lives were in danger, and built up an eye-watering debt along the way. When she discovered the deception, she chose to turn the tables and took revenge by selling his expensive collection of designer brand clothes. Ayleen felt she had to make a radical choice between victimhood or becoming a beacon of female empowerment for herself and others. Her experiences prompted Ayleen to make her life-long entrepreneurial dreams come true, as she is working to launch her own wine label.

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff. 

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Tina Swithin's relationship with her ex-husband started off in a whirlwind romance that ended with a fantasy wedding in Hawaii. The author of Divorcing a Narcissist: One Mom's Battle, thought she was in an intense, love-filled, and passionate relationship, but it was actually abusive. Find out how Tina was able to overcome this post-separation narcissistic abuse and eventually help other survivors in similar situations.

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Instagram: Tina’s IG - @onemomsbattle

Twitter: Tina’s Twitter - @tinaswithin 

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Guest Bio:

Tina Swithin is the author of Divorcing a Narcissist (series), founder of One Mom’s Battle, Family Court Awareness Month and the High Conflict Divorce Coach Certification Program. Tina Swithin continues to champion children’s rights through her family court advocacy. Tina is working to raise awareness of the issues in the family court system and to educate the general public on post separation abuse and narcissistic abuse. Tina is remarried and resides in San Luis Obispo, California with her husband and two daughters.

Have a toxic topic you want me to explore or have a question for me? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com  - I just might answer you questions on air. 

This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.

Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Also, PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff. 

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Rachel DeLoache Williams was a small town girl, living her dream in New York City as a photo editor at Vanity Fair, when she became the target for notorious con-artist Anna Delvey. Rachel’s empathy was weaponized by the fake German heiress, who betrayed her friendship and left her with a $62,000 credit card debt after a vacation to Morocco. We'll hear how Anna used classic narcissistic tactics to get close to Rachel, and how a friendship can mask the “red flags” we’re used to seeing in a romantic relationship. 

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Instagram: Rachel’s IG - @rdwilliams 

Twitter: Rachel’s TW - @rachel_deloache

Book: My Friend Anna: The True Story of a Fake Heiress

Guest Bio: 

Born and raised in Knoxville, TN, Rachel moved to New York City in 2010, after graduating from Kenyon College in Gambier, OH, and landed her dream job in the photo department at Vanity Fair, where she worked for nearly a decade. Her first book, My Friend Anna: the True Story of a Fake Heiress, published by Gallery Books in July 2019, went on to become a New York Times bestseller, and was selected by TIME Magazine as one of the “100 Must-Read Books of the Year.” Today, Rachel continues to write. She also works as a freelance photographer, producer, and creative consultant. 

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Navigating Narcissism is produced by Red Table Talk Podcasts. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Fallon Jethroe, Ellen Rakieten, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula. PRODUCER: Matthew Jones, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Mara De La Rosa. EDITORS AND AUDIO MIXERS: Devin Donaghy and Calvin Bailiff. 

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