Best Erlandson Podcasts (2024)

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Feelings Lockup - 2 Vaults 1:34:04

23h ago1:34:04

1:34:04

Bridget and Taya are two women who are seriously struggling with life, and for very good reasons. Bad parenting, being a parent, childhood sexual abuse, rape, cults, PTSD, a tragic overdose, and emotional abuse all figure in to their stories. Afraid to face their truths, Sven coaches them to unlock the vaults that hold a lifetime of feelings that c…

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Q&A: Bad Moms, Narcs, and More 1:03:06

3d ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Find out what Sven thinks when one of his followers says her mom told her that her dead stepfather - who molested her - couldn't stand the sound of her voice. Lots more unpredictable questions come Sven's way from social media in this Lightning Round, with tons of great insight and advice. KC comes down from the booth for this one, too. Please join…

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Hurt and Crushed 59:19

6d ago59:19

59:19

Breck and Molly, two complete strangers, are both in a dark place. Breck always got the message that he was a "dumbass," never good enough, and he attempted suicide at age 18. Counseled by Sven to express his feelings, he says he's terrified that the feelings are coming out. When Molly's mother passed away 2 years ago, she learned that the father w…

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BONUS: "Hurt and Crushed" Overtime 9:31

6d ago9:31

9:31

After the show, Sven chats with Breck and Molly about their experience on the show. Explicit content.By Sven Erlandson

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Q&A: How Your Core Beliefs Affect Your Life, and More 36:12

11d ago36:12

36:12

Sven takes online questions in real time which lead to his illuminating explanation of how behaviors and feelings can't be changed long-term until you discover the roots of your core beliefs. Other topics include marital issues, feeling overloaded, and dealing with toxic families. It's another unpredictable Lightning Round, so come on in! Explicit …

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So Lonesome I Could Cry 1:00:33

15d ago1:00:33

1:00:33

Sven counsels Vito, whose parents gave him the clear message that their feelings and needs were more important than his. He was often left alone as a child, living in a remote area. And now in his 30's, he has no idea who he really is. Sven helps Vito understand how he defined himself as a kid, how it's affecting his adult life, and what he can do …

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BONUS: "So Lonesome I Could Cry" Overtime 5:21

15d ago5:21

5:21

After completing the episode, Sven chats with his guest.By Sven Erlandson

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Q&A: Boundaries, Empaths, Narcs, and More 52:21

19d ago52:21

52:21

Another Lightning Round, with Sven fielding questions from multiple social media sites in real time. How can I discover who I really am? What does "badass" really mean? I just found out my childhood was a lie, how can I deal with this? Why do I feel guilty for saying no? And much more. For great insight and advice, please listen in! Explicit conten…

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Episode 53: Trent Kersten 30:01

22d ago30:01

30:01

Trent Kersten, LMU head volleyball coach, talks about the increased popularity of women’s sports, volleyball strategy and recruiting, and the impact of the transfer portal on building a D1 program.By LMU Magazine

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No More Self-Hate! 58:28

22d ago58:28

58:28

Sasha has remained single for 9 years and just can't trust anyone, only believing the people who put her down. Sven carefully unlocks her memory of molestation as a young girl, which leads to a series of revelations about Sasha's feelings about her body and her means of self-protection. After the tears, Sasha now asks: How do I love myself? Listen …

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Q&A: How To Stop Loving, Express Anger at Narcs, and More 55:52

26d ago55:52

55:52

What does it mean to be an adult? How do I stop caring for people who hurt me? Why can't I bring myself to ask for a divorce? How do I express anger toward my narc dad? Why do I hate making money? All these questions and many more are handled by Sven in this Lightning Round. He never knows what questions will come up, and he's always quick with an …

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Grandma vs. Son vs. Herself 48:57

29d ago48:57

48:57

Divonia is trying to protect her 2-year-old granddaughter from her son, whom she describes as a dangerous "malignant narcissist father." She is supportive of her daughter-in-law, and the divorce which is in process, but feels helpless. Sven listens carefully and compassionately to Divonia's situation and encourages her to see how her own experience…

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Q&A: Explaining Narc Behavior, Sometimes Friends, and More 1:06:49

1M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

How to deal with a sibling that keeps giving you advice? How to deal with a friend who only cares about themself? How to explain narc behavior? How to overcome needing to lie when you're afraid to express your own truth? Sven again takes to simultaneous live feeds on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok to answer these listener questions, and much more. P…

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Positively Negative Attention 1:01:02

1M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

Is negative attention better than no attention at all? In this counseling episode, Sven works with Gia and Leif, two individuals with seemingly different stories but similar feelings of being lost, alone, and insecure. As a child, Gia's parents made her feel like she was overly dramatic and crazy, while Leif's parents impressed upon him that he had…

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BONUS: "Positively Negative Attention" Overtime 10:07

1M ago10:07

10:07

After the show, Gia and Leif have the opportunity to share their feelings with Sven, who has some uplifting parting words. Listen in to Badass Overtime, always spontaneous and unedited. Explicit content.By Sven Erlandson

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Q&A: Narc Abuse, Can Therapy Work?, and More 50:31

1M ago50:31

50:31

Another varied and insightful Lightning Round, recorded when Sven goes live simultaneously on Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube and takes listener questions. In this episode: How can you accept never getting an apology from a toxic parent who died? Can a narc ever change? Am I to blame if the family mistreats me? Is it normal to completely give up on r…

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Blind Faith 1:02:21

1M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

Sven counsels Eric, who has been blind since birth, abused by a drug-abusing mother and an absent father. He has some entertainment experience and high aspirations, but something is holding him back. He fears that no matter his abilities, he's lesser because of his blindness. Can Sven convince Eric to have the faith to follow his dreams? Join us fo…

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BONUS: "Blind Faith" Overtime 10:41

1M ago10:41

10:41

Hear the unedited conversation between Sven and Eric after recording the show. Explicit content.By Sven Erlandson

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Q&A: Trust, Abuse, Narcs, Co-Parenting, and More 54:47

2M ago54:47

54:47

In this Lightning Round, Sven takes questions including: How do I deal with my adult child who is becoming verbally abusive like his narc father? How can I co-parent with my abusive ex? How can I ever trust others after a lifetime of disappointment? Why is my date angry when I share pictures of us online? And: Why does my wife desire physical relea…

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Isaiah: 30 Years of Repressed Anger 1:05:05

2M ago1:05:05

1:05:05

When as a child your stepfather beats you with a board with nails, and your mother does nothing to protect you, and as an adult your mother mistreats your own daughter... Is it any wonder that 30 years of repressed anger come roaring to the surface? That's just the beginning of Isaiah's story in this heartbreaking yet hopeful counseling episode wit…

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BONUS: Overtime with Isaiah and Sven 15:02

2M ago15:02

15:02

After taping "Isaiah: 30 Years of Repressed Anger," Sven and his guest reflect on Isaiah's emotional experience.By Sven Erlandson

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Q&A: Standing Your Ground, Exit Strategies, and More 55:28

2M ago55:28

55:28

Come on in and listen to Sven's latest Lightning Round! Have you've ever asked yourself: Why did they say they loved me and then left me? Why do I feel like a doormat? Should my friends' conspiracy theories cost me their friendship? How do I get out of this relationship when I can't afford to leave? And much more. Always tons of insight and great a…

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Cheating: Origins and Dopamine 1:01:15

2M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Listen in as Sven counsels Zena and Corrine, two women in serious pain from lovers who just don't care. One cheated, the other was cheated on. Is a temporary dopamine hit worth the destructive behavior? And what are the roots of these two women's feelings? As they experience Sven at his maximum badass counselor self, they also find a lot to learn f…

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Q&A: Co-Parenting With A Narc, Betrayal, and More 52:55

2M ago52:55

52:55

Sven again goes live on multiple social media sites to take unpredictable questions from his followers. In this recorded Lightning Round, topics include: self-sabotaging; having no memories of childhood; journaling prompts for young people; fear of being the center of attention; and much more. Please listen in! Explicit content.…

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Adopted Only For the Money 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

In this dramatic counseling session, Sven works with Sarina, who finds herself stuck in an unhappy marriage but won't leave. She's emotionally drained, has lost her motivation after leaving the military, and confused about her next steps. As Sven probes her deepest feelings, we find that Sarina was adopted only for the financial benefit of a mother…

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Q&A: Can a Narc Be Fixed, Dating Advice, and More 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

In this recorded Lightning Round, Sven fields questions in real time from his online followers on topics including: Dating advice after a long-term relationship; how can you build trust with a cheater; should you talk to your Ex-narc in order to get closure; what to do when your partner says they can't make you happy; and much more. Tons of good ad…

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I Just Want To Be Free 48:57

2M ago48:57

48:57

Listen in to this moving counseling session in which Sven guides Clara and Anthony, two strangers, toward a more peaceful, hopeful life. Both were victims of difficult and often abusive childhoods, and the effects linger on. Do they have the power and the courage to stick up for themselves? And what does that mean for their lives? Please listen in,…

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Q&A: Why Don't I Deserve To Be Happy, and More 50:43

3M ago50:43

50:43

Why am I afraid to rely on myself? Why can't my guy commit? How can I possibly move on? My 14-year-old dislikes his narc dad (my ex). Am I undermining my relationship by opening up too quickly? Sven takes on these and many more intriguing questions and comments in this recorded Lightning Round. You never know what to expect when Sven goes live on m…

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Blood On the Sheets 51:59

3M ago51:59

51:59

Sven describes April's story as being in a whole new category of heinousness. April's mother began selling her to men when she was in first grade. No wonder that April, now in her 50's, still feels scared of everything. Although she's still in contact with her mother, April is coming to terms with her true feelings and beginning to believe she can …

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Q&A: I Don't Want to Have Kids, I'm a Narc Magnet, and More 57:23

3M ago57:23

57:23

In this Lighting Round, Sven and Rob go deep into a listener's question about not wanting to have kids when his partner does. Other topics and questions include: How to protect kids from a Narc ex's manipulation; what to do when your partner has a lot of online "friends;" why don't I ever feel pretty; and much more. The unpredictable questions are …

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F You and Your Kids! 1:05:08

3M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

That's the message Nicole got from her abusive parents. Nicole's brother sexually assaulted her, beginning at age 4. Her parents knew, and even endorsed it. Years later, when Nicole's parents began grooming her own children in the same way, she cut off all contact. But Nicole still suffers greatly and doesn't know how to heal. Sven works hard to sh…

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Q&A: Attachment, Detachment, Narc Divorce, and More 45:56

3M ago45:56

45:56

Listen in as Sven again fields unpredictable questions in real time from his online followers. This time, topics include: Workplace gender abuse; finding the right career; protecting kids from a narc dad; handling accusations of cheating, and much more. Come on in for Sven's latest Lightning Round! Explicit content.…

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Anger Management, Sven Style! 52:39

3M ago52:39

52:39

Jay is filled with anger, even rage, from a maddening divorce, childhood sexual abuse, and a mother who made it all about her when Jay needed her most. Sensing what was trapped inside Jay, Sven uses a dramatic technique that leaves Jay feeling relieved and "amazing." Listen in and join Jay in his amazing journey to a better life. Explicit content.…

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Q&A: Relationships, Careers, Closure, and More 59:31

3M ago59:31

59:31

In this recorded Lightning Round, Sven takes on his followers' unpredictable questions including: How do I find my passion in a career? How do I stop caring about people that don't reciprocate? How can you truly get to know yourself? Why does my spouse always get defensive? And much more. Come on in for great insight and advice! Explicit content.…

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It's Always My Fault 42:59

3M ago42:59

42:59

Sven counsels Trixie, who feels like she's lost and running in circles. Everything that goes wrong in her relationship feels like it's her fault. Sven helps Trixie connect the dots to her parents and step-parents, and find how major problems almost always start small. Do you feel like your relationship is imbalanced? Listen in to Trixie's story and…

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Q&A: Narc Abuse, Letting Go Of Fear, and More 47:39

3M ago47:39

47:39

This time out, Sven fields online questions on topics including: Teaching children to name their feelings; avoiding getting triggered; how long narc abuse can last; the difference between intuition and fantasy, and much more. Please listen in to Sven's insightful responses here in Lightning Round 94! Explicit content.…

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Stuck in the Past: A Marriage 1:21:23

4M ago1:21:23

1:21:23

*Stay tuned after the show for Overtime with both guests! Sven individually counsels Peter and Tammi Sue, whose marriage is in trouble. Lying and cheating play a part on both sides, and they both suffered terrible childhood abuse, but what's really at the root? Peter can't open up to his wife and fears she will leave him, while Tammi Sue needs Pete…

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Q&A: Isolated? Scared? Can't Stop Running? 1:00:24

4M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Join us for Sven's 93rd Lightning Round! Questions and topics include: My mom never calls me but demands that I call her; meeting your ex's new bf with whom she cheated on you; emotional attachment boundaries; dissociation from emotions; and much more. Tons of great insight and advice, right here. Please listen in! Explicit content.…

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Clean-Up In Aisle Dad! 45:31

4M ago45:31

45:31

Erica is stuck. Her father has entered a nursing home, and she must clear out the contents of his house - but can't get started. Sven digs into Erica's core beliefs, and she finds that in the face of withering criticism from her father and a neglectful mother, she was taught feelings of worthlessness. On top of it, her sister (the golden child) com…

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Q&A: Walking Away, Keeping Grief From the Kids, and More 48:19

4M ago48:19

48:19

It's Lightning Round 92! Sven fields questions in real time from his online followers on topics including: Raging narc partners; your inner child vs. your authentic adult; commitment phobia; staying together for the kids - and not allowing them to experience grief; fear of getting close; and much more. Please join! Explicit content.…

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Sister-Hood 47:51

4M ago47:51

47:51

Meet Georgette, whose sister terrorized her (and her mother) from an early age. Now she has trouble making friends, isn't sure how to handle her young children, and is even afraid that Sven will make fun of her. Sven's empathetic and supportive counseling guide Georgette to new understanding -- and hope. And who's really the source of her core beli…

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Q&A: Forgiveness, Narcs, Hate, and More 54:33

4M ago54:33

54:33

In this Lightning Round, Sven tackles the question of forgiveness in detail. Whether it's a matter of forgiving others or forgiving yourself, Sven's outlook gives you a lot to think about. Other online questions involve the difficult topic of hate: Hating yourself, hating your parents, the roots of hate, and more. With other questions about journal…

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Pt. 3: American Hero Slays Demons! 55:18

4M ago55:18

55:18

In this final installment of Sven's "counseling post-mortem" interview with Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Hardy, the Chief explains the impact of his traumatic family issues, his experience and research into alternative medicines and therapies, and his coming to terms with life-altering experiences as the top Pararescue Jumper in the Air Force. Prepare …

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Q&A: Narc Boyfriend, Disfunctional Relationships, and More 54:47

4M ago54:47

54:47

Sven goes in-depth with his followers' questions in this Lightning Round! Don't have the discipline to change? Need help dealing with adult children? Thinking about taking back a cheater? Feeling empathy for your narc ex-boyfriend? Can't remember your past? Feeling the strain of a new marriage? Come on in and take advantage of Sven's badass approac…

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Pt. 2: American Hero Slays Demons! 54:38

4M ago54:38

54:38

Sven continues his interview with Chief Master Sergeant Jeremy Hardy, who opens up about his childhood abuse and the effects of it on his life, his incredible career, and his current plans to help other veterans dealing with many of the same issues. Join us for this insightful look at one of Sven's most accomplished and intriguing clients. Explicit…

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Q&A: In-Laws, Narc Dads, Abusive Parents, and More 52:49

5M ago52:49

52:49

Online followers have questions, Sven has answers! Join us for insight and advice on topics including: In-laws who only visit their other grandchildren, a childhood you can't remember, physical reaction to past trauma, co-parenting issues, and much more. There's always something new to explore and learn when Sven opens up for live, unpredictable qu…

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American Hero Slays Demons! (Pt. 1 of 3) 58:10

5M ago58:10

58:10

In this first of a series of special episodes, Sven interviews Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Hardy. As the highest ranking special forces operator in the US Air Force at the peak of his career, Jeremy is the very essence of a man's man. He's got many stories to tell about leading an elite unit of Pararescue Jumpers (PJs). But now retired, he's also Sven…

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Q&A: Abused Children, Gaslighting, Finding Authenticity, and More 52:57

5M ago52:57

52:57

Sven's online followers are at it again, lobbing in questions and comments including: I'm stressed about hurting my kids; my mom disowned me and I'm hurting; we broke up and he wants me to wait for him; how do I get to my real self; and much more. Please join us for Lightning Round LXXXVIII! Explicit content.…

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"I Wish You Were Never Born" 57:30

5M ago57:30

57:30

In this intense, sensitive counseling episode, Sven brings new insight and hope to a despondent TJ, who is great at beating himself up. The woman he loves, who he said he would always stand by despite her illness, forces him to leave and then blames him for abandoning her. Sven gets to the root of TJ's misery: a father who made him feel unimportant…

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Q&A: Narcs, Trauma, Boundaries, Fear... 52:40

5M ago52:40

52:40

Join Sven and Rob for another recorded online session featuring a wide variety of questions and topics coming in from social media. Afraid of the dark? Dealing with cheating? Moving on after divorce? Co-parenting? Wondering why your narc ex keeps contacting you? All this and more in this Lightning Round. Come on in! Explicit content.…

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