Best Lucas Mack Podcasts (2024)

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#300 How a TV Anchor Turned Bestseller with Scott Reister, Author of Baseball Spy | The Lucas Mack Show 34:18

6h ago34:18

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Scott Reister is an award winning TV Sports Anchor and someone who I've admired since we first worked together in a small NBC affiliate station in Tri-Cities, WA. He took his love of sports and writing and turned it into a massive success with his first book, Baseball Spy and shares his journey in this episode. To buy the book go to: https://www.am…

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049 - Surviving Emotional Abuse: Dr. Laura Artusio on Gaslighting and Recovery 46:27

13h ago46:27

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern talks with Dr. Laura Artusio, where they explore the intricacies of emotional manipulation, mental health, and the journey to reclaiming one's sense of self. Dr. Artusio's expertise in emotional intelligence and psychology provide critical insights into the mechanisms and impacts of gaslighting. Dr. Laura Artusio, a…

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#299 Leola Watkins | The Author of Sacred Sex Ed | The Lucas Mack Show 57:55

9d ago57:55

57:55

Leola Watkins' mission is to inspire others to see an integration of sexuality and spirituality in their relationships with themselves and their partners. She guides individuals and couples in discovering how life-force energy moves in the body; and more importantly, how to harness this inner-power for a pleasure-filled life that begins with our mo…

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048 - Behind the Curtain: Chris Shelton Unveils Scientology's Gaslighting Techniques 1:10:04

11d ago1:10:04

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern delves into the insidious tactics of manipulation and control that leave victims questioning their reality, with guest Chris Shelton. Chris is a former Scientologist and Sea Org member who spent 25 years within the Church of Scientology, enduring relentless physical and psychological abuse. Since his escape, Chris h…

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Benjamin Macke: Creating Connections Through Music 59:32

13d ago59:32

59:32

Did you know that silent movies are still a thing? And who knew that diatonic accordion works so well in Baroque music?! And what's this about a Belgian footbass? Benjamin Macke is a French accordionist, composer, teacher and Belgian basse au pied revivalist living in Belgium. His musical style is rather blended, having started out as a classical p…

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#298 Megan Mackenzie | How Breathwork Leads to Massive Healing | The Lucas Mack Show 53:25

1M ago53:25

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Spending the last 20+ years navigating a deep inward journey towards emotional healing and massive identity upgrades, Megan Mackenzie was rocked by the loss of both of her parents to suicide. This early life challenge forced her to confront the delicate balance of life and emotions at a young age. Her search for coping mechanisms and life purpose w…

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047 - Dr. Ramani Durvasula's 'It's Not You': Healing from Narcissism and Gaslighting 49:34

25d ago49:34

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern welcomes Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Dr. Ramani is a renowned clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and a leading expert in the field of narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder. With her extensive research and deep insights into the dynamics of toxic relationships, she has become a beacon of hope for many n…

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046 - Healing from Gaslighting and Betrayal Trauma with Anne Blythe 56:36

1M ago56:36

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Welcome to another episode of The Gaslight Effect Podcast, with Dr. Robin Stern. Today, Robin has a very special guest, Anne Blythe, the Producer and Host of the acclaimed BTR.ORG Podcast and author of the powerful book "Trauma Mama Husband Drama." Anne is not just a voice of experience; she's a beacon of hope and guidance for countless women navig…

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Toon Van Mierlo: A Pragmatic Approach to Composing 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

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Ever wondered what the record is for how many tunes someone can compose in a day?! Well, I'm not sure of the official answer to that, but I'm sure Toon could give the winner a run for their money! His iconic melodies have travelled far and wide across the Euro-dance music scene over the last two decades and more. Toon Van Mierlo is a Belgian musici…

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045 - From Cult Survivor to Cult Expert: Dr. Janja Lalich on Cult Deconstruction and Building a Legacy at the Lalich Center 54:13

2M ago54:13

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern talks with Dr. Janja Lalich. Janja is a distinguished sociologist, a leading expert on cults and coercive control, and a guiding light for those navigating the dark waters of psychological manipulation. Drawing from her own years as a cult member of the Democratic Workers Party in California, she brings a deeply per…

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#297 Justin Atherton | Self Awareness is the Beginning of Leadership | The Lucas Mack Show 51:24

2M ago51:24

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He helps leaders in high stress careers find their purpose and influence with confidence at work and at home. Justin Atherton is a leadership mentor who helps people in high-stress careers become confident leaders at work and at home. He is the founder of Confidence Unchained, a company that teaches the same leadership principles that guided him th…

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044 - Sarah McCammon's Exvangelical Journey: Is Gaslighting Influencing Faith, Politics, and Society? 46:30

2M ago46:30

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On this episode of The Gaslight Effect Podcast, Dr. Robin Stern unravels the complexities of belief, identity, and society with political correspondent and author Sarah McCammon. Sarah McCammon is not just a seasoned journalist; she's also a voice of insight and understanding in the midst of today's tumultuous political landscape. But what sets her…

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Pascale Rubens: Teachers Talk ~ Nerves, Comfort & Joy 59:20

3M ago59:20

59:20

Everyone has a comfort zone - even the multi-talented musicians who you might assume are impervious to such things. How can we challenge ourselves to overcome our uncertainties and nervousness to take a risk and break free of the pigeon holes we put ourselves in? Are you motivated by feeling the joy music brings to others? Pascale Rubens is a compo…

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043 - Surviving The Cult of NXIVM: Sarah Edmondson and Anthony Ames' Resilience in the Face of Manipulation 1:03:02

3M ago1:03:02

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern is honored to be joined by two extraordinary individuals whose resilience and courage have transformed their experiences into beacons of hope. Sarah Edmondson, a Canadian actress known for her roles in CBS's "Salvation" and numerous Hallmark Channel and Lifetime films, embarked on a journey of self-discovery when sh…

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#296 Jake Kauffman | The Suffering that Leads to Wisdom | The Lucas Mack Show 53:46

3M ago53:46

53:46

Author of the Book, "Let Love In: The Pain Stops When the Truth Starts" Jake Kauffman joins me in a very deep and profound episode where we explore the process of suffering and what priceless wisdom comes from it, and much more. Find Jake's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BVSMDHKN?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_WB5ZD3K6HZCWR36AV8QC&language=en-US Than…

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042 - Finding Her Voice: Jessica Willis Fisher's Triumph Over Abuse and Gaslighting 58:00

4M ago58:00

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A QUICK WARNING: This episode contains discussions of traumatic events, violence, child abuse, sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, and graphic language. Listener discretion is advised. On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern dives into the extraordinary journey of Jessica Willis Fisher—a tale of survival, resilience, and the relentless p…

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Andy Cutting: In(ter) Continental Legend 59:00

4M ago59:00

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What makes a hard-working, award-winning melodeon legend? How do you turn a terrible idea into a musical triumph without falling out with other people? And what's the strategy for remembering SEVEN current repertoires at once?! Andy Cutting is an internationally renknowned diatonic accordion player from England. He works extensively across genres (…

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#295 Anthony Graffeo | Rabbit Holes that Lead to Truth | The Lucas Mack Show 1:08:15

4M ago1:08:15

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What's at the bottom of the rabbit hole? Anthony Graffeo explains what he found and how it changed his life. This is a beautiful episode. Get yourself some amazing Beef Tallow from The Ungovernable Project at https://www.theungovernableproject.com/ Thank you for listening – if you’re struggling to break free and need support – go to my website and …

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041 - Facing The Past: How Lucas Mack Reclaimed His Power After Childhood Trauma 56:04

4M ago56:04

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A QUICK WARNING: This episode contains discussions of traumatic events, violence, child abuse, sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts, anxiety, depression, and graphic language. Listener discretion is advised. Welcome to the Gaslight Effect Podcast, where we explore stories of courage, healing, and transformation. On this episode, Dr.…

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#294 How to Find Your Inner Power During the Coming Change | The Lucas Mack Show 27:01

4M ago27:01

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The world is changing and people are waking up to the fact that many of what we've been told is based on lies. So how will you move through this massive change we're experiencing? Find out in this episode how to find your inner peace despite what's going on outside. Thank you for listening – if you’re struggling to break free and need support – go …

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#293 Cole Bombino | Knowing Yourself to Love Yourself | The Lucas Mack Show 1:06:32

4M ago1:06:32

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In this episode learn about: How knowing yourself leads to love In order to love someone you must love yourself To love yourself, you must know yourself How do you know yourself, without a system like Human Design? Human Design & Relationships The different Types in Relationships The Living Your Design Group Program I nvite to hop on a Free 15 minu…

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#292 Jennifer Watson | There is Hope and Light Just Hold On | The Lucas Mack Show 1:04:30

4M ago1:04:30

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The powerful Jennifer Watson is back for another episode to light you up and give you hope regardless of whatever you're going through. She delivers an inspiring message packed with stories we can all relate with. Here are her links: https://www.instagram.com/thejenniferwatson https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-watson-6b08b9121 Thank you for list…

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040 - Over the Influence: Empowering Women in the Social Media Era with Dr. Kara Alaimo 43:30

5M ago43:30

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IS social media toxic for women and girls? On this episode, Dr. Kara Alaimo, author of "Over the Influence: Why Social Media is Toxic for Women and Girls - And How We Can Take It Back," hashes it out with Dr. Robin Stern. Kara is a communication professor at Fairleigh Dickinson, where she created the university’s programs in social media, and has b…

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#291 Lucas Mack | Finding Success One Step Beyond Quitting | The Lucas Mack Show 37:05

5M ago37:05

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The world seems upside down right now and many are feeling stuck and unable to process a way forward. In this episode I share how to keep moving forward and why it feels the way it does. www.lucasmack.com Thank you for listening – if you’re struggling to break free and need support – go to my website and www.lucasmack.com. There’s you’ll find resou…

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Anne Niepold: Unboxing Labels - Jazz? Folk? Other? 56:09

5M ago56:09

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How do you categorise a musician who works extensively across genres? Are labels a help or a hindrance to artists? What are the benefits of teaching & learning an instrument from a multi-genre perspective? Anne Niepold is a musician, composer, teacher and diatonic accordionist. Born in Germany, living in Belgium, she cultivates multi instrumental p…

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039 - Sobriety, Sisterhood, and Self-Discovery after Multilevel Marketing: A Conversation with Emily Paulson 45:52

5M ago45:52

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern dives into the transformative journey of Emily Paulson - a beacon of courage, resilience, and authenticity in the realm of wellness and empowerment. Emily Paulson's remarkable journey, chronicled in her books "Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life" and "Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supr…

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#290 Sloan Lauinger | From Post Traumatic Stress to Healing into Authenticity 58:10

5M ago58:10

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She is a multi-passionate entrepreneur whose life as a business strategy management consultant completely changed when an experience caused her a concussion that lasted 4 years and the literal loss of her voice. Initially, not knowing what was wrong with her, she just knew that something was off and that she was living in a constant state of post t…

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038 - Leading With Emotional Intelligence: Wisdom From Dr. Craig Dowden 54:09

5M ago54:09

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern has a conversation with Dr. Craig Dowden, a renowned psychologist, executive coach, and author who specializes in unraveling the complexities of gaslighting and its impact on individuals and organizations. For over 25 years, Craig has been fascinated by the links between positive psychology and the practice of leade…

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Hartwin Dhoore: Creative Problem Solving In Composing, Life & The Music Industry 52:57

6M ago52:57

52:57

How do you adjust to parenting life when you're a busy touring musician? What's up with the way the music industry works these days? And why might daytime festivals be the way forward? #DaytimeBonfireFest Hartwin Dhoore is an award winning composer and diatonic accordionist from Flanders, Belgium. This month, Mel chats with him about his strengths …

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037 - Healing the Healers: Addressing Gaslighting in Healthcare 43:41

6M ago43:41

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern engages in a candid conversation with Tracey O'Connell MD, integrative health coach and seasoned medical professional, as they unravel the complexities of gaslighting within the healthcare industry. Having spent decades navigating the intricate web of medical practice, Tracey opens up about the often unspoken realit…

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036 - Unlocking Emotional Intelligence: A Conversation with Daniel Goleman on Gaslighting 47:51

6M ago47:51

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern dives into the world of emotional intelligence and gaslighting with psychologist and acclaimed author, Daniel Goleman. Daniel Goleman has left an indelible mark in psychology with his groundbreaking work on emotional intelligence. As an accomplished author, his insights have not only enriched our understanding of th…

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035 - Behind The Screen: The Impact Of Gaslighting and Social Media Influencers On Teens 38:47

7M ago38:47

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern interviews Hannah Husain, an eighteen year old student researching gaslighting interactions in relationships - particularly in teenagers. Hannah's first encounter with gaslighting occured when her friend had wanted to go to a concert, and was unintentionally gaslighted by her mom into not going. Robin and Hannah dis…

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034 - From ICU to Advocacy: Dr. Arghavan Salles on Pandemic Realities and Gaslighting Challenges 51:23

7M ago51:23

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On this episode Dr. Robin Stern shares a conversation with Dr. Arghavan Salles that is both crucial and empowering. Dr. Salles wears many hats—she's a skilled surgeon, a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, and an expert in confronting gaslighting in medicine. Dr. Arghavan Salles gained global attention not just for her expertise but fo…

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Lucas Thébaut: Is Music Theory Important In Traditional Folk Music? 43:11

7M ago43:11

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Do "the rules" apply when it comes to making folk music? How do different brains interpret melody and harmony? And why has TV show Friends got anything to do with this?! Lucas Thébaut is a diatonic accordion player, tutor, and balfolk dancer hailing from the Poitou region of France. This month, he joins Mel to chat about his approach to teaching as…

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033 - Gaslighting Inside the Oath Keepers' Founder's Family with Dakota Adams 1:00:46

7M ago1:00:46

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern talks with Dakota Adams, son of Stewart Rhodes, the founder and leader of the Oath Keepers organization. Dakota opens up about a life that was not only entangled with the controversial Oath Keepers but also shadowed by the dark clouds of gaslighting and abuse. Gaslighting, a form of psychological manipulation that s…

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Introducing Chatterbox with Mel Biggs - Melodeon Teacher 7:39

7M ago7:39

7:39

To mark the start of my second decade being a full-time professional folk musician, in January 2024 I'm starting a podcast! Each month, I will be chatting with my guest about where they started out, the breakthroughs on their own learning journey, and sharing our approaches to teaching. I have a stellar list of folk musician guests lined up for Sea…

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032 - Breaking Chains: Dr. Kerry McAvoy's Triumph Over Marital Gaslighting and Narcissism 43:26

8M ago43:26

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On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern guides us through the captivating and deeply personal journey of Dr. Kerry McAvoy - a story marked by heartbreak, betrayal, and the insidious effects of gaslighting. As a devoted mother, wife, and psychologist, Kerry's life took an unexpected turn after the loss of her first husband. Her second marriage seemed perfe…

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031 - Understanding Gaslighting Through the Lens of Emotional Intelligence: A Conversation with Dr. Marc Brackett 52:26

8M ago52:26

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On this episode, the intricate realms of gaslighting, human behavior and emotional intelligence intersect, as Dr. Robin Stern talks with her colleague and good friend, Dr. Marc Brackett. Dr. Brackett is the Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, and author of "Permission to Feel." On this episode, Dr. Stern and Dr. Brackett unravel…

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#289 | How to Get Through the Holidays With Your Energy Intact with Dolores Gill 1:04:16

8M ago1:04:16

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So many struggle with family relationships, obligations, different customs and even political differences during the holidays. In this episode Dolores Gill shares how to get through and keep your energy high. Follow Dolores here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doloresgill/ Thank you for listening – if you’re struggling to break free and need support –…

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