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Dysfunctional

Josh Connolly
Mental Health
Trauma
Toxic Parents
Parental Imprisonment
Emotional Abuse
Social Media
Childhood Trauma
Toxic Relationships
Personal Growth
Estrangement
Accountability
Alcoholism
Self-Compassion
Healing
Addiction
Toxic People
Inner You
Narcissistic Abuse
Inner Child Work
Toxic Parenting

I am shaking up the wellness industry and addressing the things that people usually avoid. With relentless curiosity and refusal to sweep things under the rug, this podcast is for those who crave truth over comfort and honesty over surface level BS.

So, get yourself in the lotus position because I have no plan, no pretence and definitely no bypassing….. I’m Josh Connolly and this will probably be... more

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In this episode, Josh sits down with trauma coach Ana Gersch to explore emotionally immature parents, estrangement, and the role of validation in family relationships.

Ana shares her journey into trauma work, blending somatic practices, spirituality... more

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In this episode, I’m joined by Amber Hughes for a powerful conversation about addiction, homelessness, grief, and the impact all of it has on families.

Amber shares the story of her sister Hannah, who experienced addiction and homelessness before pa... more

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This week on Dysfunctional, I’m joined by Becky Ray.

Becky works in workplace culture and leadership, helping organisations improve toxic work environments and develop better leaders, especially middle managers.

We talk about toxic workplace cultur... more

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Ana Gersch
Trauma coach and trauma-informed practitioner
Episode: Emotionally Immature Parents, Estrangement, and the Need for Validation with Ana Gersch
Amber Hughes
Founder of Amber Lights, advocate for homelessness and addiction awareness
Amber Lights, Oxfordshire
Episode: The Hidden Impact of Addiction on Families with Amber Hughes
Becky Ray
Founder of Culture Kick, leadership culture facilitator
Culture Kick
Episode: The Truth About Toxic Work Culture with Becky Ray
Kev Brown
Breathwork facilitator, mental health coach
Mind Master/Mind Master Scotland
Episode: Healing the Wounded Boy with Kevin Brown
Rich Finegan
Neurodivergence advocate and guest on this episode
Episode: Estrangement, Neurodivergence and Learning to Feel with Rich Finegan
Laura Belbin
A.K.A Knee Deep in Life on social media
Knee Deep in Life
Episode: Estrangement, Therapy & Self-Respect with Laura Belbin (Knee Deep in Life)
Sue Deagle
Author of Do Loss; resilience consultant; speaker on loss and recovery
Author, Do Loss; Do Loss author
Episode: DO Loss with Sue Deagle
Leona Waller
Co-host of The Body Knows, embodiment and somatics expert
The Body Knows
Episode: Safety, Belonging, Dignity: The Nervous System Truth Nobody Taught Us with Leona Waller & Ana Ally
Ana Ally
Co-host of The Body Knows, embodiment and somatics expert
The Body Knows
Episode: Safety, Belonging, Dignity: The Nervous System Truth Nobody Taught Us with Leona Waller & Ana Ally

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Josh Connolly
Host of Dysfunctional, addressing challenging topics in mental health, wellness, and personal growth with authenticity and curiosity.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • Two people

    Listened to the Kevin Brown podcast today. Was stuck how these two individuals are determined to not surf the power of what they bring to so many individuals. A rare commodity in these days of upscaling success. Thank you both for doing what you do….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    METwamley
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • This podcast is awesome. Josh is so down to earth and real, and from that he invites and enables his guests to be real, too. Maybe that’s why he’s so able to drill down to the essentials of how we’re all hurting and help bring forward effective ways to heal.

    Podchaser
    5
    Sara Avery
    3 months ago
  • Thank You for DYSFUNCTIONAL

    It’s so hard to call out dysfunction, thank you for taking the time to remind people what dysfunction is, that it’s ok to call it out, and that you are allowed to remove yourself from it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulesLundberg
    United States5 months ago
  • Safely Dysfunctional

    Love this podcast. There is so much I can say but what I love the most is there are some views I don’t agree with, BUT I don’t feel like I’d get shot down by Josh for it, but instead be met with kind curiosity. This creates a safe space to be genuinely curious about what I actually think rather than bypass or use the podcasters opinion as a shield. So rare.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSG2468
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Suicide

    Suicide is such a big thing that needs to be talked about so much! So does abuse and everyone wants to ignore it .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Idahoankev
    United States6 months ago

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Positive feedback highlights the safe space created for exploring uncomfortable truths that resonate deeply with personal experiences.
There are occasional critiques regarding the generalized views presented but overall, feedback is overwhelmingly supportive.
Some find the topics challenging yet necessary, echoing the need for open discussions about trauma and dysfunction in society.
Listeners appreciate the raw and real conversations that bring an often overlooked perspective to mental health and personal growth.
Many feel validated in their experiences, noting the relatability and authenticity of the host and guests.

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Q: How many people are you hoping to attract, and what would constitute success?
They discuss a target range up to a thousand capacity at the venue, with a practical goal of 500 attendees to keep it intimate and community-focused; success includes widespread local participation and follow-on engagement with local studios or practitioners.
Making Wellness Accessible Again with the OneRetreat Festival
Q: Where can people find out more or buy tickets?
Both explain that the main hub is their Instagram account @OneRetreatWellness and their website oneretreatwellness.co.uk, where they update practitioners, schedules, and ticket options.
Making Wellness Accessible Again with the OneRetreat Festival
Q: Can you give us an overview of exactly what you're trying to achieve with One Retreat Wellness Festival?
Sam and Alex describe creating a one-day, ultra-accessible wellness festival in Birmingham that showcases a broad range of local practices (yoga, breathwork, sound baths, Tai Chi, etc.), with multiple ticket options to accommodate different budgets and schedules. The goal is to connect people with approachable wellness, reduce barriers (location, cost, childcare), and enable ongoing engagement with local practitioners after the event.
Ditching the Spiritual Costume to Find Authenticity with Elaine Baxter
Q: If someone was thinking about becoming a breathwork facilitator, what advice would you give them?
It's about becoming the more honest version of yourself.
Ditching the Spiritual Costume to Find Authenticity with Elaine Baxter
Q: Can you remember the names of them?
The topic is around mental wellness, and I suppose I was cautious of going down that route.

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Focused on the often uncomfortable aspects of mental health, personal growth, and wellness, this podcast provides a unique, no-frills perspective on topics that many choose to avoid. Through candid discussions and guest interviews, it seeks to bring to light issues like parental imprisonment, trauma, mental health challenges, and toxic relationships. The host is known for their engaging and empathetic approach, allowing guests to share their personal stories and insights while addressing critical societal issues. Listeners looking for raw authenticity and a genuine exploration of difficult themes will find this podcast particularly resonant.

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Recent guests on Dysfunctional include:

1. Ana Gersch
2. Amber Hughes
3. Becky Ray
4. Kev Brown
5. Rich Finegan
6. Laura Belbin
7. Sue Deagle
8. Leona Waller

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