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CAPTION; 1800 KREMLINDeterrence and Covert Diplomacy: Analyzing CIA Trip to Moscow and the North Korean AllianceJohn Hardie analyzes CIA Director John Ratcliffe's unexpected visit to Moscow. Speculation suggests the trip aimed to deter Russian sabotage against NATO, push for a diplomatic settlement in Ukraine, and pressure Moscow to limit support for Iran. Although Russian leader Vladimir Putin remains convinced of victory and resistant to compromises, maintaining deterrence remains critical. Simultaneously, military intelligence reports that North Korea has supplied dozens of short-range ballistic missiles to Russia for use in Ukraine, with thousands of combat troops potentially deployed, further complicating the global security landscape. (7)

H.W. Brands, Part Two: As 1941 begins, the legislative battle over Lend-Lease (HR 1776) intensifies, which Lindberghargues favors British imperialism over democracy. Behind the scenes, British intelligence coordinates covert propaganda inside the U.S. to sway American public opinion. Lindbergh testifies before Congress, arguing that air power makes the Western Hemisphere highly defensible without entering European conflicts. However, Roosevelt's declaration of an unlimited national emergency shifts public sentiment, casting isolationists as disloyal. Desperate, Lindbergh delivers his infamous Des Moines speech, blaming the British, Jewish Americans, and the administration for pushing the nation toward war, destroying his political credibility. (2)

Thom is joined by Gil Duran, investigative journalist and author of the new book "Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Global Democracy" explaining the antidemocratic ideologies espoused by tech billionaires linked to the second Trump administration. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Why Covert Narcissists Are So Hard to Leave A Live Workshop Episode with Lisa A. Romano, Breakthrough Life Coach Have you ever felt emotionally exhausted, confused, and trapped in a relationship that looks "fine" from the outside, but deeply painful behind closed doors? Do you constantly question your own feelings because everyone else seems to think your partner is kind, caring, or trying their best? If so, you are not crazy. And you are not imagining things. In this powerful live workshop episode, Lisa A. Romano breaks down the hidden dynamics of covert vulnerable narcissism and why these relationships are often far more psychologically confusing than overt narcissistic relationships. Through deep psychological insight, nervous system awareness, and trauma-informed healing, Lisa explains why codependent people struggle to trust themselves, leave unhealthy relationships, and stop being pulled back into emotional manipulation cycles. This is not about weakness. It is about subconscious conditioning. In This Episode You'll Discover:

Covert narcissism doesn't just create crisis moments — it leaves your nervous system stuck in a chronic state of hypervigilance long after the argument ends. You can get good at managing the spike, catching yourself mid-reaction, and still lie awake at night with your jaw clenched and your shoulders up around your ears for no reason at all. In this episode on narcissistic abuse recovery, Renee explains allostatic load — what happens when a nervous system adapts to years of walking on eggshells, gaslighting, and unpredictable moods in a covert narcissistic relationship, and never fully comes back down. She breaks down what chronic hypervigilance actually looks like from the inside, what it does to the body physically, and introduces eight new tools for lowering your baseline over time: Worry Spot, Villain Voice, Letter to Future You, The Doorway Reset, The Off-Duty Ritual, Compliment Jar, The Do-Nothing Timer, and The Petty Playlist. This is part two of a two-part series on covert narcissism and fight or flight. If you haven't heard part one, start there for eight in-the-moment crisis tools built for the spike itself. If you've been listening, learning, and starting to see the patterns of narcissistic abuse in your relationship — but still feel stuck in the same cycles of emotional dysregulation and self-doubt — that's not because you're missing information. It's because this isn't something you're meant to untangle alone. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, I invite you to check out my coaching program at www.covertnarcissism.com. And if this episode helped, please subscribe so you don't miss what's next. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you try to communicate with a covert narcissist, I've got news for you. In this video, Dr. David Clarke discusses why you cannot reason with a covert narcissist, and what you can do about it. Sign up for the covert narcissist workshop: https://www.davideclarkephd.com/covert-narc-workshop

In this release episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Mark Vicente ('What The Bleep Do We Know?', 'The Vow', & The Narcissist's Playbook), about his new documentary, covert narcissistic abuse, spiritual narcissism, enmeshment, the dark night of the soul, surviving the the cult of NXIVM, psychopaths, and the experience of waking up.  If you are in search of therapy from professionals dedicated to dealing with TRAUMA - Narcissist Apocalypse recommends REBOUND THERAPY and they can be reached at  hellorebound.com/na Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lyndsay Soprano sits down with spiritual counsellor, energy healer, and author Chris Wasko for a heartfelt conversation about trauma, narcissistic abuse, old souls, and the lifelong journey of healing. Together, they explore how childhood experiences shape our nervous systems, why so many survivors remain stuck in survival mode, and what it means to reconnect with the truest version of yourself.Chris shares her own story of growing up in a narcissistic family, the path that led her to spiritual healing, and how inner child work, nervous system regulation, and self-awareness can help us move from simply surviving to truly living.This episode is compassionate, deeply validating, and a reminder that healing happens one layer at a time—and that even after profound pain, peace is still possible.Episode Highlights:(00:00) Introduction and episode overview(03:23) Chris Wasko's background and expertise(04:07) Traumatic upbringing and narcissism spectrum(06:30) Recognizing narcissism in family and its effects(08:23) Healing abilities emerging through trauma work(09:23) Covert vs overt narcissism explained(12:14) Connection between narcissism and old souls(13:29) Understanding the old soul and Spicy Old Souls test(14:55) Healing old souls and vibrational energy(17:57) Impact of pain on nervous system and trauma response(22:32) Healing ripple effects and collective consciousness(24:49) Regulating the nervous system for trauma recovery(29:21) The wayfinder archetype and exploration energy(33:02) Personal insights on movement and safety(41:01) The significance of safe spaces and inner chaos(41:38) Introduction to the book An Old Soul's JourneyFind Chris Wasko Online Here:Website: chriswasko.comFacebook: @chriswaskomediumYouTube: @energyhealingwithChrisBook: An Old Soul's JourneyFind Giving Pain Purpose Online Here:Website: givingpainpurpose.comInstagram: @givingpainpurposeFacebook: The Giving Pain Purpose PodcastLinkedIn: Lyndsay SopranoYouTube: @givingpainpurposeShop: thegivingpainpurposeshop.comSubscribe on YouTube | Merch Shop is OPEN!! | COMING SOON: The Pain Hub - A Women's Healing Community. Subscribe Now!Unfiltered convos. Dark humor. Real healing. This is where pain meets purpose — and you're not doing it alone.++Want to be a guest on Giving Pain Purpose with Lyndsay Soprano? Send her a message on PodMatch, here: Be a Guest on The Show

Stop parental alienation by a covert narcissist. Identify the eight specific warning signs and learn how to protect your relationship with your children. Dealing with a covert narcissist during custody or co-parenting disputes is emotionally draining. This episode breaks down the patterns used to manipulate children against a healthy parent. If you feel like you are losing your connection with your child, understanding these tactics is the first step toward reclaiming your influence. We cover actionable strategies to recognize toxic parenting signs early. By spotting these behaviors, you can prevent further damage and begin the process of rebuilding trust. This guide is for parents navigating high-conflict situations who need clear, realistic solutions for reconnecting with alienated children. Subscribe for weekly insights on narcissistic abuse recovery, and comment below with the biggest challenge you face when co-parenting with a difficult ex. Learn more about the covert narcissist workshop: https://www.davideclarkephd.com/covert-narc-workshop

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Narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and NPD get thrown around constantly online, and most of what circulates is wrong. In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Kati Morton walks through what narcissistic personality disorder actually is (all nine DSM criteria, and why five or more are required for a diagnosis), the difference between covert and overt narcissism, and the specific behavior patterns that make a relationship abusive: love bombing, gaslighting, trauma bonding, DARVO, flying monkeys, isolation, and intermittent reinforcement. She also covers the gray rock method, the signs you're walking on eggshells in your own home, and how healing from narcissistic abuse actually works. If you've been wondering whether what you experienced counts, or whether the person in your life is a narcissist or simply selfish and hurtful, this one is for you. Timestamps 0:00 Everyone thinks everyone's a narcissist 1:07 What narcissistic personality disorder actually is: five of nine criteria 3:20 Covert vs. overt narcissism 9:22 What narcissistic abuse means 9:48 Love bombing, and how it differs from someone just being kind 13:49 Gaslighting 19:11 No accountability, no apology, no repair 22:19 Monitoring, isolation, and turning you against the people who love you 24:22 Trauma bonding and the abuse cycle 27:25 DARVO 30:45 The gray rock method 34:30 Flying monkeys 36:57 Why they aren't nasty all the time 40:02 Intermittent reinforcement 40:47 Signs you're living in this dynamic 43:50 How healing actually happens 46:27 Reconnecting with the people you lost touch with 49:16 A better question than "what's wrong with me" 53:33 Afraid you'll end up with another narcissist This episode is brought to you by Rebound, offering specialized virtual trauma therapy in all 50 states, founded by survivors and psychologists. Head to https://hellorebound.com/askkatianything to learn more and check your insurance. Using that link is a direct way to support the podcast, so even if you're only curious, take a minute to look. Ask Kati Anything ep. 327 | Your mental health podcast, with Kati Morton, LMFT MY BOOKS Why Do I Keep Doing This? https://geni.us/XoyLSQ Traumatized https://geni.us/Bfak0j Are u ok? https://geni.us/sva4iUY ONLINE THERAPY If you're looking for a therapist, BetterHelp can connect you with a licensed online professional: https://betterhelp.com/kati (enjoy 10% off your first month) This is an affiliate link, which means a portion of your signup helps support the podcast at no extra cost to you. PARTNERSHIPS Nick Freeman | nick@biglittlemedia.co Disclaimer The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or mental health advice. It should not be used to diagnose or treat any health problem or disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment. Viewing this content does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon reveals a major bombshell stemming from his work as chairman of the White House Government Transparency Task Force. Solomon discusses the declassification of documents that unveil a covert FBI operation named Round River, which was initiated after the conclusion of the Russia collusion investigation. This operation shifted focus from unfounded allegations against Donald Trump to credible corruption claims involving Joe Biden and his family, with 14 confidential human sources providing derogatory information about them.Solomon highlights how the FBI attempted to undermine the narrative surrounding Hunter Biden's lucrative dealings with a corrupt Ukrainian energy company, Burisma, labeling those who raised questions as conduits of Russian disinformation. This episode draws parallels between Round River and the infamous Crossfire Hurricane, illustrating how the FBI's actions aimed to protect certain political figures while smearing others.Joining Solomon is Senator Ron Johnson, who has been at the forefront of uncovering information regarding Anthony Fauci and has faced scrutiny from the Round River operation. Additionally, retired FBI Special Agent Jonathan Gilliam shares his insights on the concerning implications of Round River, while former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner discusses his campaign for governor as the Republican primary approaches.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon Chadwick is joined by Annette Oltmans, founder of The MEND Project, to discuss covert emotional abuse, double abuse, and the myth of mutual abuse. Annette explains how hidden tactics such as minimization, blame shifting, deflection, false accusations, stonewalling, and broken promises can keep survivors confused, overfunctioning, and struggling to put into words what is actually happening in their relationships. Brandon and Annette also explore double abuse, which can occur when survivors finally reach out for help and are met with disbelief, judgment, victim blaming, or harmful advice from friends, family members, therapists, faith communities, or other institutions. They also discuss reactive defense and why a survivor reacting under prolonged stress should not automatically be viewed as evidence of mutual abuse. Throughout the conversation, Annette explains how better language, validation, compassionate listening, and a clearer understanding of abusive dynamics can help survivors make sense of their experiences and begin rebuilding trust in themselves. CLICK HERE TO REACH THE MEND PROJECT If you are in search of therapy from professionals dedicated to dealing with TRAUMA - Narcissist Apocalypse recommends REBOUND THERAPY and they can be reached at  hellorebound.com/na Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This isn't my story anymore. It's ours. In this solo episode, I'm finally announcing something I've been sitting on for a long time: my book, This Is Not Okay: Escaping the Invisible Grip of Covert Narcissistic Abuse, is coming this fall. I walk you through the five stages this book moves through — the same stages so many of us move through on the way to healing from covert narcissistic abuse: recognizing, understanding, seeing, untangling, and reclaiming. I share what's inside each stage, including a few passages straight from the pages. But more than anything, this episode is about why this was never just my story to tell. From the moment I realized I wasn't the only one living this nightmare, this became about neighbor helping neighbor — about building a community where no survivor has to heal alone. I talk about CNG, our Facebook group, group coaching, and what happened at this year's retreat in Colorado, which was the best one we've had yet. If you've ever minimized what you were living through because no one was yelling and nothing was bleeding — this episode, and this book, are for you. To work with Renee Swanson, visit her website at www.covertnarcissism.com As always, I wish you so much peace on your journey of healing. The stories and examples in this book are drawn from the author's professional experience working with survivors of covert narcissistic abuse. To protect the privacy of those individuals, names, locations, and identifying details have been changed or omitted. Some individuals portrayed are composites of multiple people, and some dialogue and events have been reconstructed or condensed to convey their essential meaning. Any resemblance to any specific, identifiable individual is unintentional. This book is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or psychological advice, and should not be treated as a substitute for professional guidance. Renee Swanson is not a licensed therapist or mental health professional. If you are experiencing abuse or struggling with your mental health, please reach out to a qualified professional or trusted support resource. The author and publisher assume no liability for any actions taken or not taken based on the content of this book. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Self-deception is the lie you sell yourself before you ever sell it to anyone else. This is why you can be sincere and manipulative at the very same time, and how to finally catch it.In this video, relationship and trauma recovery specialist Kenny Weiss breaks down self-deception, the quiet form of lying to yourself that keeps high-functioning, emotionally exhausted adults stuck for decades. Through the real story of a man who kept a job "for his wife," you'll see how emotional avoidance and denial actually work, why your most convincing audience is always you, and why no amount of communication advice can fix a lie you have already believed.You'll learn how self-deception lives in the Denial stage of the Worst Day Cycle™ (Trauma, Fear, Shame, Denial), why covert manipulation can feel completely sincere, and how the Authentic Self Cycle™ (Truth, Responsibility, Healing, Forgiveness) and the Emotional Authenticity Method™ give you a step-by-step way to catch the lie one second before you sell it.Self-deception runs in a specific order. You sell the lie to yourself first, which is why a person can be manipulative and sincere at the same time. The manipulation of another person is always downstream of the lie you tell yourself.Denial is the most dangerous stage of the Worst Day Cycle because it is invisible to the person living inside it. The speed of your defense is the measure of your denial, and the patterns you most want to dismiss are usually the ones that are most true.Covert manipulation is often more damaging than overt control because it arrives wrapped in kindness, leaving the other person with nothing to point to. The person delivering it feels sincere because they convinced themselves of the generous version first.Kenny Weiss is a relationship, communication, and childhood trauma recovery specialist and the creator of the Worst Day Cycle™, the Authentic Self Cycle™, and the Emotional Authenticity Method™. He helps high-functioning adults who have already tried therapy, coaching, and self-help and still feel stuck, by rewiring the childhood emotional blueprint instead of managing symptoms.TOPICS COVERED: self-deception, lying to yourself, emotional avoidance, denial, covert manipulation, self-deception in relationships, why you lie to yourself, avoidant attachment, codependency recovery, childhood trauma and relationships, emotional regulation, survival persona, Worst Day Cycle, Authentic Self Cycle, Emotional Authenticity Method, Kenny WeissTIMESTAMPS:0:00 — The Generous Lie He Told Himself1:30 — Self-Deception Runs in a Specific Order3:30 — The Denial Stage of the Worst Day Cycle6:00 — When Manipulation Disguises Itself as Generosity9:00 — The Floor Underneath the Floor12:00 — Where the Lie Was Built in Childhood14:30 — The Two Selves at War Inside You17:00 — Truth and Responsibility, the Way Out19:00 — One Experiment to Catch the Lie21:00 — You Are Not Broken, You Were Programmed

This episode examines the covert tradecraft, safehouse networks, and state-sponsored safe havens that enabled Ilich Ramírez Sánchez to orchestrate high-profile international strikes throughout the 1970s and 80s. It details how counterterrorism units across multiple jurisdictions tracked his logistics, exploited lapses in his operational security, and navigated complex geopolitical intelligence-sharing channels to corner him. By breaking down the tactical mechanics of the 1975 OPEC siege and his eventual capture in Sudan, listeners gain rare insight into the evolution of modern covert interdiction and hostage-rescue strategy.

In this video, I break down the main differences between an overt narcissist and a covert narcissist, two faces of the same disorder that show up very differently in relationships. Overt (grandiose) narcissists are loud, attention‑seeking and openly entitled, while covert (vulnerable) narcissists are more introverted, sensitive, passive‑aggressive and often hide their self‑importance behind fake humility or a victim mentality. Drawing on clinical research about grandiose vs vulnerable narcissism and my own perspective as a diagnosed narcissist, we'll compare how each type rages, manipulates, plays the victim and reacts to criticism. If you've ever wondered why one narcissist brags nonstop and another seems shy, anxious or “too sensitive,” this video will help you see the shared core and the surface differences. You'll leave with clear red flags and language to describe which type you're dealing with and why both can be equally damaging.Book a Coaching Session Here - https://link.me/mentalhealness

Lorcan Tadgh Murphy, who was earlier this month jailed for murdering US nurse Mackenzie Michalski in 2024 in Hungary, had obsessively tried to pick up women across various European cities. Police in Budapest discovered that he had used a “spy pen” to covertly record his attempts, just as he had done previously in Dublin, where 16 women were recorded without their knowledge.The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre has been concerned for some time at the increasing use of hidden cameras, smart glasses, pen cameras and other covert recording devices to secretly film women and girls without their knowledge or consent.And as smart glasses are becoming more mainstream – Meta has already sold an estimated 10 million pairs of their its stylish Ray-Ban camera-enabled glasses – concerns are growing.So if Murphy had been caught in Dublin in 2020 secretly filming women, would he have broken any law? Why do advocacy groups say these type of secret recordings are “often minimised as harmless”, but could in fact be “part of a path to future crime”? And what role do the makers of these devices, that could easily be used to secretly record, have in ensuring the public is protected?News reporter Ellen O'Riordan explores this fast-evolving debate.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Dog Whistles - Covert Abuse Signals Abusers use to Control You This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a relationship. It is a fairly short episode, so it is easily heard in one sitting. And so you can hear it again and again. You might want to take notes. This information can save someone's life. Host: Bill Mitchell If you're experiencing intimate partner abuse, coercive control, or narcissistic abuse—or if you suspect someone you care about is—Riel's story offers critical perspective on spotting red flags early, breaking free, and finding support. You're not alone, and recognizing the patterns can be the first step toward safety and recovery. Domestic violence resources are available 24/7—reach out if you need help. Are you a survivor ready to speak out? Email Bill Mitchell at BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com to share your experience on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the WHEN DATING HURTS Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Explore more through the WHEN DATING HURTS book by Bill Mitchell, available on Amazon in paperback, eBook, and audiobook formats. It's an essential resource for understanding domestic violence and dating safety. Bill Mitchell NOTE: If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, please email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WHEN DATING HURTS book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (in paperback, eBook, and audiobook) can be found on Amazon. HELPFUL RESOURCES: • National Domestic Violence Hotline – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Hotline.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Call 800-799-SAFE • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LoveIsRespect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 866-331-9474 • RAINN (Rape Abuse Incest National Network) – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RAINN.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 800-656-4673 • SUICIDE HELPLINE: Call 988 Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast, Bill Mitchell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ DISCLAIMER: The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast is providing this platform for information to be shared. We do not state with any certainty that anything is true or untrue. Understand that what you hear is the viewpoint of the people sharing. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. Any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Dog Whistles - Covert Abuse Signals Abusers use to Control You This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a relationship. It is a fairly short episode, so it is easily heard in one sitting. And so you can hear it again and again. You might want to take notes. This information can save someone's life. Host: Bill Mitchell If you're experiencing intimate partner abuse, coercive control, or narcissistic abuse—or if you suspect someone you care about is—Riel's story offers critical perspective on spotting red flags early, breaking free, and finding support. You're not alone, and recognizing the patterns can be the first step toward safety and recovery. Domestic violence resources are available 24/7—reach out if you need help. Are you a survivor ready to speak out? Email Bill Mitchell at BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com to share your experience on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the WHEN DATING HURTS Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Explore more through the WHEN DATING HURTS book by Bill Mitchell, available on Amazon in paperback, eBook, and audiobook formats. It's an essential resource for understanding domestic violence and dating safety. Bill Mitchell NOTE: If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, please email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WHEN DATING HURTS book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (in paperback, eBook, and audiobook) can be found on Amazon. HELPFUL RESOURCES: • National Domestic Violence Hotline – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Hotline.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Call 800-799-SAFE • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LoveIsRespect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 866-331-9474 • RAINN (Rape Abuse Incest National Network) – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RAINN.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 800-656-4673 • SUICIDE HELPLINE: Call 988 Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast, Bill Mitchell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ DISCLAIMER: The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast is providing this platform for information to be shared. We do not state with any certainty that anything is true or untrue. Understand that what you hear is the viewpoint of the people sharing. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. Any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Kelly explores a variety of geopolitical and domestic controversies, ranging from current military strategies in Iran to allegations of voter fraud in the 2020 election.

This is the Way! Kevin and Graham explore the subfaction of the Star Wars Legion Mandalorian Battleforce known as Children of the Watch. Which units are best to bring, what are some army building strategies, and what are the critical tactics that will bring you victory? We explore all things Covert in this second episode of our Mandalorian army coverage for StarWarsLegion!#starwars #miniaturegaming #tabletop #wargaming #40k TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro 5:20 Playing Mandos 23:30 Children of the Watch army construction 29:19 This is the Way Keyword 33:17 Children of the Watch affiliation ability 34:44 Children of the Watch unit strategy 1:14:50 Children of the Watch hero strategy 1:57:35 Chidren of the Watch listbuildin

We deconstruct the domestic base attack through the eyes of Navy Airman Ryan Blackwell, who stood directly in the line of fire during a catastrophic security breach. This briefing explores the vulnerability of military infrastructure to radicalized insider threats and the chaotic reality of close-quarters engagements. It is a sobering look at asset survival, immediate action drills, and the modern realities of asymmetric threats on home soil.

Covert narcissism doesn't always look like rage — sometimes it looks like a warm smile and a locked tower door. In this episode, we break down two Disney stories that map almost perfectly onto real narcissistic abuse patterns: Beauty and the Beast, and Tangled. The Beast shows the overt side — imprisonment, an explosive temper, a rescue that resets everything, and the exact mechanics of trauma bonding when the source of fear and the source of safety are the same person. Mother Gothel shows the covert side — guilt instead of rage, conditional warmth instead of yelling, isolation dressed up as protection. No raised voice, no locked door by force, and yet a young woman spends her life believing a cage was love. Together, these stories map the full spectrum of narcissistic abuse, and why covert patterns are often the hardest to name — there's no single dramatic moment to point to and say, "there, that's when it went wrong." If you've ever loved someone who scared you sometimes and soothed you other times, or felt loved and small around the same person at once, this episode will help you name what you lived through — and start your narcissistic abuse recovery with clarity instead of self-blame. If you've been listening, learning, and starting to see the patterns — but still feel stuck in the same cycles — that's not because you're missing information. It's because this isn't something you're meant to untangle alone. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, check out my coaching services at www.covertnarcissism.com. I am here and ready to help. And don't forget to subscribe for more empowering episodes like this one. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The conflict with Iran is entering a far more dangerous stage as military operations expand beyond traditional battlefield targets and increasingly focus on critical infrastructure across the region. This episode of STRAT has retired Marine Intelligence Officer LtCol. Hal Kempfer examining the strategic implications of U.S. strikes against bridges, energy facilities, and ports in Iran, alongside Iran's retaliatory attacks on Gulf desalination plants that provide drinking water for millions. Kempfer explains why these facilities represent highly vulnerable strategic targets and how attacks on Gulf infrastructure could fundamentally change the calculations of regional governments. The discussion also explores the growing possibility that Gulf nations—including the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and potentially Saudi Arabia—could become active combatants, dramatically increasing military pressure on Iran. Finally, the episode analyzes the strategic importance of disputed islands controlling the Strait of Hormuz and why their future could significantly reshape regional security, maritime commerce, and the balance of power throughout the Middle East.Takeaways:The war has shifted toward attacks on critical civilian infrastructure with major strategic consequences.Gulf desalination plants are exceptionally vulnerable and essential to regional survival.U.S. strikes suggest preparations for expanded and sustained air operations.Iran's attacks may remove the remaining political barriers preventing Gulf states from joining the conflict.Regional military participation could dramatically increase the scale of strikes against Iran.Covert operations targeting Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps have become increasingly plausible.Control of disputed islands in the Strait of Hormuz could reshape regional military balance.The conflict appears to be entering a prolonged and significantly more dangerous phase.#STRATPodcast #HalKempfer #MutualBroadcastingSystem #StrategicRiskAnalysis #Iran #MiddleEast #StraitOfHormuz #PersianGulf #NationalSecurity #Geopolitics #MilitaryAnalysis #RegionalSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #Desalination #USMilitary #IranConflict #GulfStates #DefenseAnalysis #ForeignPolicy #GlobalSecurity

The Octopus of Global Control is a controversial, nonfiction book detailing how those in positions of power are able to manipulate society for their benefit, why they believe that they are entitled to impose their warped world view of reality on mankind, and how we can break free from their grip.The eight tentacles of control that are wrapped around humanity are the Military, Governmental, Covert, Physical, Financial, Media, Spiritual, and Scientific. The book tackles topics such as uncovering the Deep State, false flag terror events, the media's role in manufacturing wars, the 9/11 deception, the fraud of central banking, our broken education system, the use of religion to shape society, and the corrupted medical industry.The Octopus of Global Control footnotes these important events by featuring quotes and first-hand observations from over 500 witnesses and participants that were involved in the most important events in our history. Their words add context and help to paint the picture of these historic events by explaining who these people were, what they said, why it matters, and what actually happened.The author, Charlie Robinson, accomplishes the seemingly impossible task of blending the seriousness of these topics, and the respect they deserve, with dark humor, sarcasm and wit, that allow the reader to laugh at the preposterous while grasping the importance of these lessons. https://amzn.to/4bJyCknBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

To be given a day, a month for that matter, there at least there is an awareness to the narcissist. They are around. Many avoid them not seeing through them. Yes, we all got a little trait in us, that's why we need Jesus. You have the two kinds, overt narcissists are boisterous, arrogant, and openly demand attention. Covert narcissists are introverted, often playing the victim, and mask their grandiosity behind a facade of insecurity and humility. Heavy hit by any narcissist, get the help you deserve. The narcissist need Jesus. Fix them Jesus. Keep your supports. Take a listen

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"Covert operations are underway... messages are being sent." But who's sending the message? Clyde Lewis has a mind-expanding conversation with our favorite Discordian and Fringe Culture author, Adam Gorightly, about the mysterious Toynbee Tiles, first found in Philadelphia several decades ago. It was the work of an anonymous artist who aimed to establish a colony on Jupiter. Now, there are similar tiles worldwide with foreboding messages about the death of journalists. It's all about KILL THE MESSENGER - RESURRECT THE DEAD. The original broadcast was on July 18, 2013.

Journalist and filmmaker Rocco Castoro gives a glimpse into his journey from former editor-in-chief of VICE Media who followed John McAfee on the lam to, a decade later,  a target of a self-proclaimed QAnon rehabilitation group called the Thinkin Project that isn't what it seems to be.https://substack.com/@hangoutshttps://theknows.net/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, The Global Story is this week exploring the surprising and often hidden ways the US has shaped the modern world. President Donald Trump's attempts at regime change in Iran and Venezuela, controversial as they are, reflect the US's long history of using both military and covert operations to achieve its goals abroad. One of the forefathers of this approach to foreign intervention was Allen Dulles, the first civilian head of the Central Intelligence Agency, who used undercover – and often morally dubious – tactics to topple global leaders deemed unfriendly to America's interests. On today's show, Tim Weiner, author of Legacy of Ashes: The History of the CIA and The Mission: the CIA in the 21st Century, joins Tristan and Asma to explain how Dulles' legacy played out through the ‘War on Terror' and how it has helped shaped today's US foreign policy. Producers: Hannah Moore and Aron Keller Mix: Travis Evans Executive Producer: James Shield Senior news editor: China Collins Photo: An illustration similar to the CIA seal. Credit: BBC

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Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Begging for trust is why you don't have it.When you plead, "you just have to trust me, I've changed," you are asking for something you haven't done the work to deserve. Begging starts as desperation, turns into defensiveness, and eventually flips into an attack on your partner. Real trust isn't negotiated—it's earned.In Ep455 of The 'NEW' Marriage, Cass and Kathryn Morrow break down the exact anatomy of rebuilding trust after cheating, lies, or emotional affairs. They explain why your partner still doesn't trust you even if you've stopped the bad behavior, and how to use the "trust bank account" to restore intimacy without losing your dignity.

https://linktr.ee/csjosephWhat's up, you hackers? In this 16:43 episode of the CS Joseph Podcast, I expose the massive problems with Imploder-Imploder relationships in the "safe zones" of modern dating and marriage.These "safe" pairings lead to zero communication, covert abuse, unfulfilling sex, neglected children, and a massive emotional/financial drain on extended family. I explain exactly how they form (church, matchmaking, referrals), why they're so destructive compared to Exploder relationships, and the real solution involving Octagram awareness and crush development.If you're done with dysfunctional relationships and want true compatibility, this episode delivers.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Bears great and Hall of Fame left tackle Jimbo Covert to discuss the latest storylines surrounding the current team. He also discussed his role in support ALS research. After that, Spiegel and Holmes joked about how Bears head coach Ben Johnson looked like hostage in recording a promo video for a Hallmark movie about the team.

Wow, Episode 400.. Thank you all for tuning in and being a part of our journey. We're just getting warmed up!   Rachel Covert spent fifteen years climbing the ranks of the fashion industry, eventually becoming VP of a nine figure business. From the outside it looked like the dream. She ran a team, traveled internationally in business class, and shaped the products millions of people wore. From the inside, the picture looked different.   In this episode, Rachel walks us through what it actually took to build that career, the moment she realized the climb wasn't sustainable, and how she used the principles of financial independence to walk away from fashion entirely by 36. We talk about what her investment portfolio looked like in the years leading up to that decision, the mindset shifts that had to happen before the numbers ever worked, and why she now spends her time helping others build the same kind of financial literacy she had to learn the hard way.   If you have ever wondered what it actually takes to trade a high pressure career for financial freedom, this conversation lays it out honestly, real numbers, real tradeoffs, and all. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wjpodcast/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCESGet business funding - revenued.com/juice

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Bears great and Hall of Fame left tackle Jimbo Covert to discuss the latest storylines surrounding the current team. He also discussed his role in support ALS research.

Hall of Fame lineman Jimbo Covert joins hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the Bears, etc. Podcast to discuss his NFL career, the Bears' left tackle competition and ALS awareness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are very excited to have friend of the show Chris from New Jersey back with us to share his trip with his extended family to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort last April! We hear about the planning of the trip, but more importantly, how to be flexible when those plans change. We discuss great meals at places like O'hana, Whispering Canyon, Topolino's Terrace, and more! We also hear about lots of fun times in the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney's Hollywood Studios! Plus, stick around for the end of the show where Chris tells about another trip just a few weeks ago where he "snuck" down to Walt Disney World to surprise his mom on her 70th birthday at Hoop Dee Do Revue and was actually on the same plane with her, without her even knowing it! You have to hear the story to believe it!  We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Have you ever struggled to explain what's happening in your relationship — where nothing looks "bad enough" to point to, but something feels wrong every single day? In this episode, I'm joined by Anne Wintemute, co-founder and CEO of Aimee Says, an AI companion built specifically for survivors of covert abuse, coercive control, and narcissistic partners. Anne spent years working directly with survivors navigating the family court system before she and her co-founder Steven asked a powerful question: could AI help survivors document, understand, and ultimately heal from what they'd been through? Today, Aimee Says has helped over 70,000 users do exactly that. We dig into how Aimee Says detects patterns like restricted autonomy, gaslighting, and coercive control — even when there's no single moment you can point to. You'll hear how it turns lived experience into visual data: bubble charts that reveal the shape of a relationship, timelines that show escalation, and "binders" that prepare survivors for mediation, court, or even just their next therapy session. We also cover how this is fundamentally different from a tool like ChatGPT, how privacy and legal protections work, and where Anne sees this technology heading in the next five years. If you've ever felt like you didn't have the language for what happened to you, or like no one would believe you without "proof" — this episode is for you. Find Aimee Says here. Use code RENEE for your first month free. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zach sits down with Anna, a faculty member at the Relational Life Institute and one of his mentors, and her husband John, a self-described practitioner of life rather than therapy. Together, the three of them get into something that rarely happens on relationship podcasts: a real, textured, honest look at what it means to actually live relational principles inside a marriage, not just teach them.The episode turns on a fascinating contrast. Anna has been steeped in Relational Life Therapy for years, knows the language and the tools inside and out, and still finds herself slipping into covert control. John has no clinical training, no internet footprint, and no interest in marketing the work, but walks into every conversation with an intuitive grasp of what healthy relating requires. Zach presses both of them on this. What does doing the work actually mean when one partner has the vocabulary and the other just seems to live it? The answers are more interesting than either of them might have predicted.The centerpiece story is a moment from a joint retreat in Costa Rica, where Anna had to manage a minor household crisis back home without telling John what was happening. She kept things managed, kept things calm, and kept him in the dark, and then eventually had to reckon with the fact that her "helpfulness" had crossed over into exactly the pattern she spends her professional life helping couples dismantle. When she finally told him, his response was one of the most reparative moments she had experienced in their relationship. That single story opens into a much bigger conversation about the difference between protecting your partner and controlling the room, about what it costs to never let yourself be surprised by someone else's goodness.What sticks is this: the goal is not to never get off balance. It is to catch it sooner. Anna says it plainly and Zach echoes it with his now-running story about screaming at strangers in the Costco gas line. Nobody has figured this out. Nobody is immune. But some people are getting better at noticing, and this episode is 45 minutes of what that actually looks and sounds like in a real marriage.Key TakeawaysIntimacy requires level ground. You cannot have real closeness from a one-up or one-down position, whether that means superiority, caretaking, or control.Covert control often starts as kindness. What begins as "protecting" your partner can quietly become a way of managing your own anxiety about their reaction.Predicting a bad response can cost you a good one. When Anna stopped waiting for John to disappoint her and told him what was going on, she got one of the most reparative moments in their relationship.The work is not a destination you arrive at. It is the repeated, unglamorous act of noticing when you have drifted, and coming back.Doing the work is not the same as talking about the work. John's ability to intuit the relational principles without the clinical vocabulary challenges the assumption that people who read the books and say the right things are necessarily further along.How you show up solicits how your partner shows up. Bringing your grounded, adult self to an interaction invites the same from the person across from you. It is not a guarantee, but it raises the odds significantly."On a good day" is not the benchmark. The real growth shows up in what you do when it is a bad day and the old patterns are calling your name loudest.Repair is available more often than we let ourselves believe. The barrier is usually not the other person. It is the story we are already telling about how they are going to respond.Guest InfoAnna is a therapist, teacher, and faculty member at the Relational Life Institute. She is a practitioner and trainer in Relational Life Therapy, an approach developed by Terry Real. She references her use of RLT both in her clinical practice and in her own marriage. She is also Zach's mentor, a relationship he acknowledges directly during the episode.John is Anna's husband. He is not a clinician. He came to the relational principles through personal experience, yoga, mindfulness practice, and what he describes as a forced epiphany roughly a decade before this recording. His perspective as the non-therapist partner in a therapist-led framework is one of the central tensions the episode is built around.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick K. O'Donnell reveals the dark trajectory of Lewis Powell, a ranger for Mosby who became a primary Lincolnconspirator working with John Wilkes Booth. Powell's transition from cavalryman to covert operative was facilitated by the Confederate Secret Service, which funded a sophisticated network of safe houses and couriers. Evidence suggests the plot to kidnap Lincoln was an open secret within certain Confederate circles; Mosby even positioned hundreds of men near the Potomac to act as a security force for the escape route. This shadow war represented the most dangerous and well-funded special operation of the entire conflict. (6)1865

Overthinking in a covert narcissistic relationship isn't a character flaw — it's what your brain does when it has learned, through real experience, that it cannot afford to relax. If you are in a relationship with a covert narcissist, you already know this feeling: lying awake at 2 a.m. replaying conversations, re-drafting texts, rehearsing arguments before they happen, scanning for a pattern that keeps shifting the moment you think you've found it. In this episode, Renee Swanson of the Covert Narcissism Podcast breaks down why the overthinking mind develops in narcissistic relationships, how covert narcissists deliberately create confusion to keep you uncertain, compliant, and focused on them, and why your brain stopped chasing clarity and started chasing relief instead. Renee also explores what changes when your children begin showing the same hypervigilant patterns, and — most importantly — what it actually feels like when a mind shaped by narcissistic abuse finally lands somewhere safe. If you have been told you are too sensitive, too reactive, or that you think too much, this episode is for you. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh detail Iran's centralized internet restrictions and increased execution rates for dissidents. They discuss Israel's targeting of Iranian petrochemical facilities linked to ballistic missile production and covert resistance efforts. (4)1890 CAPETOWN

Covert narcissism and high control religion follow the same rulebook — and if you grew up in one before entering the other, this episode will explain why it all felt so familiar. In this deeply personal episode, Renee Swanson shares her own experience navigating both a high control religious upbringing and a covert narcissistic marriage — and the moment in a counseling office when she realized the two were running on the exact same operating system. The same rules. The same tools. The same results. This episode is not about turning anyone away from faith or church. Many people find genuine healing, community, and support through their faith — and that experience varies from person to person and congregation to congregation. This conversation is specifically about high control religious environments and the impact they can have on a vulnerable nervous system. In this episode: How high control religious environments train the fawn response into you before you ever enter a relationship The specific rules of a high control church — and how each one mirrors the rules of a covert narcissistic relationship How negative emotions get labeled as spiritual failure — and what that does to your ability to trust your own feelings Why the covert narcissistic relationship felt familiar rather than alarming How fawning stops being a response and becomes a reflex Speaking directly to both those still inside a religious CN relationship and those who have already left Whether you are still inside or have already left — this episode was made for you. Learn more about Renee's coaching program at covertnarcissism.com. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes, and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a healthcare provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this debrief episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon Chadwick debriefs Porsha's story and explores how emotional neglect can be mistaken for independence, especially when a child learns to disappear instead of asking for care. Brandon discusses the lost child role, parentification, covert incest, sexualized boundary violations, enabling, alcoholism as an excuse for abuse, and the painful family message of “you know how he is.” This episode is a reflection on the child who was forgotten, emotionally used, and left to manage the weather of an unsafe home. *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses covert incest (non-touching child sexual abuse) and physical abuse. *** Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Covert narcissistic abuse doesn't just hurt you — it rewires you. In this episode, Renee breaks down why your fight/flight response gradually turned into fawning, and why that isn't a character flaw — it's survival. You'll learn why fight, flight, freeze, and fawn aren't random reactions. They're a hierarchy based on how much self-advocacy you feel you have. And in a covert narcissistic relationship, that self-advocacy gets quietly, systematically dismantled — until fawning becomes your automatic default. In this episode: Why the four trauma responses are actually a hierarchy of self-advocacy How covert narcissists punish fight, flight, and freeze — and reward fawning Why so many survivors grew up already partway down this hierarchy How a controlling or narcissistic parent trained you for this dynamic long before you met your partner Why religious upbringings can add a powerful layer of conditioning — and why this topic is getting its own full episode Why you keep ending up in narcissistic relationships — and why it has nothing to do with bad luck Why healthy relationships can actually feel uncomfortable to a nervous system wired for chaos This is episode one of a three-part series. Episode two will look at what this hierarchy looks like in your day-to-day life. Episode three will explore what it actually means to start rebuilding your self-advocacy. If you've ever asked yourself "why do I keep ending up here?" — this episode is for you. Learn more about Renee's coaching program at covertnarcissism.com. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes, and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a healthcare provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Marine Jeremy Bourgeois did not just casually transition into civilian life; he hit the ground running with an unstoppable drive for financial freedom. By immediately investing in his education, adopting the house hacking model, and leveraging cold-calling, he rapidly scaled from a complete beginner into a nationwide virtual wholesaler.Brent Daniels uncovers exactly how Jeremy builds massive active income to fund his long-term rental portfolio. Jeremy shares the tough lessons he learned outsourcing his lead generation, why he specifically targets the Tulsa market from his home in Utah, and the exact tools he uses to pull and skip-trace his data. If you need a serious shot of motivation to change your environment and take control of your financial destiny, this is your blueprint. Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(1:49) Transitioning from the Marine Corps to real estate(3:14) The power of personal development and consuming content to shift your mindset(5:48) Getting started in real estate by house hacking a fourplex with a childhood friend(8:31) How Arnold Schwarzenegger used the house hacking strategy to build early wealth(10:46) Why increasing your active earned income must come before building a rental portfolio(12:40) Ken McElroy's three essential skills(18:04) The importance of changing your environment and surrounding yourself with ambition(20:16) Running a virtual wholesaling operation from St. George, Utah and targeting Tulsa(21:50) Testing lead generation strategies and hiring premium no-accent callers(24:23) Utilizing Kind Skip Tracing for pulling highly accurate, skip-traced seller lists(28:01) Breaking down the acquisition of a massive 20-unit apartment complex deal(31:00) How relentless follow-up and smart renegotiation led to a $100,000 assignment fee----------Resources:BiggerPocketsJim RohnCall Motivated Sellers Kind Skip TracingInstagram: @utah_homebuyerInstagram: @realbrentdanielsTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?