{"podcast":{"title":"Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse","slug":"breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427","podcast_index_feed_id":5336427,"rss_url":"https://rss.buzzsprout.com/2150391.rss","website_url":"https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/breaking-free/","image_url":"https://storage.buzzsprout.com/1l5abz3xbmyfmjdlszwehgt3gv6v?.jpg","author":"Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D.","episode_count":275,"summary":"Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline. Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tactics they use, and the stages of abuse—plus the practical steps to heal and reclaim your life. If you’re ready to break free, rebuild your self-worth, and find lasting emotional freedom, hit play and start your recovery journey today.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-15T14:17:25.551814+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427"},"episode":{"title":"The Scary Reason Why Gaslighting Actually Works (And You’re a Part of the Problem)","slug":"the-scary-reason-why-gaslighting-actually-works-and-you-re-a-part-of-the-problem","published_at":"2026-03-30T06:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427/the-scary-reason-why-gaslighting-actually-works-and-you-re-a-part-of-the-problem","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427","url":"https://op3.dev/e/https://pdcn.co/e/https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.buzzsprout.com/2150391/episodes/18921113-the-scary-reason-why-gaslighting-actually-works-and-you-re-a-part-of-the-problem.mp3","audio_url":"https://op3.dev/e/https://pdcn.co/e/https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.buzzsprout.com/2150391/episodes/18921113-the-scary-reason-why-gaslighting-actually-works-and-you-re-a-part-of-the-problem.mp3","summary":"Have you ever tried to walk away from a toxic person, only to find yourself right back in the middle of their reality? This week, Dr. Robin Stern (author of The Gaslight Effect) joins Dr. Kerry for a conversation that will change how you view manipulation. Most people think gaslighting is just about lying—but the truth is much darker. It’s a \"relational mess\" that requires two people to function. Previous Interviews with Dr. Stern What's wrong with me? The Power of Gaslighting to Confuse and ...","meta_description":"Have you ever tried to walk away from a toxic person, only to find yourself right back in the middle of their reality? This week, Dr. Robin Stern (author…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1392,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427/episodes/the-scary-reason-why-gaslighting-actually-works-and-you-re-a-part-of-the-problem/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427/the-scary-reason-why-gaslighting-actually-works-and-you-re-a-part-of-the-problem.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}