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FearCast Podcast

Kevin Foss, MFT
OCD
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Mental Health
Therapy
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Relationship OCD
Sexual Orientation OCD
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Scrupulosity
Exposure and Response Prevention
Sexual Orientation
Health Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Relationships
Real Event OCD
Sensory Motor OCD
Exposure Therapy
Perfectionism
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

The Podcast answering your questions about anxiety and OCD recovery

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Broken Record sent in an audio question about her struggle with ROCD and SO-OCD. She is struggling with a dilemma; is she actually not attracted to her female partner, or is she more attracted to the male body shape? Did I mention she identifies as B... more

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For today, I’m going to answer two questions! The first comes from Alex who wants to know whether his routine of checking his groin for potential arousal, and how it all started, is a normal process for someone with POCD. The next question comes from... more

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Pick Me reached out to me to ask a question about picking (every pun intended) the right treatment for their Rhinotillexomania, or compulsive nose picking. I discuss the differences between OCD treatment and the treatment approaches for Body Focused ... more

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Marianne reached out with her question about some academic rumination that’s been plaguing her lately. She’s fixated on her time in college and whether or not she was dishonest in her academic performance. But, things aren’t so easy sometimes. The qu... more

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Recent Guests

Broken Record
Questioner with ROCD concerns
Episode: #279- Is ROCD Making Me More Attracted To Men?
Jenna Overbaugh
Licensed professional counselor specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders
Independent clinician / author-to-be
Episode: #272- Getting Better and Staying Better, with Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
Claire Breedlove
Licensed clinical social worker specializing in scrupulosity among LDS members
Mountain Home OCD; IOCDF board member
Episode: #270- Treating Religious Scrupulosity With ICBT, feat. Claire Breedlove, LCSW
Jenny Foss
Child development instructor with 20+ years experience; co-creator of Rise
Ventura County Community College District
Episode: #268- Supporting Good Kids With Moral Scrup, With Elena Fasan, LCSW, and Jenny Foss, MA
Lauren Rosen
Psychotherapist, founder and director of the Center for the Obsessive Mind
Center for the Obsessive Mind
Episode: #265- What If My Values Aren’t Mine, Featuring Lauren Rosen, MFT
Dr. Sanjaya Saxena
An internationally known psychiatrist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders.
International OCD Foundation, San Diego Center for OCD and Related Disorders
Episode: #260- Medication For OCD And Anxiety With Dr. Sanjaya Saxena, MD
Kimberley Quinlan
Licensed MFT and co-developer of BDD program at CBT School
CBT School
Episode: #254- BDD Treatment With Kimbely Quinlan, MFT, and Chris Trondsen, MFT
Chris Trondsen
Licensed MFT and co-developer of BDD program at CBT School
CBT School
Episode: #254- BDD Treatment With Kimbely Quinlan, MFT, and Chris Trondsen, MFT
Nathan Peterson
Therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety, popular YouTube channel host
Psychoeducation through YouTube and courses
Episode: #253- Your OCD And Tics Will Hate This Episode With Nathan Peterson

Host

Kevin Foss
Licensed therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders; host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 298 ratings
  • 100th rating

    kevin is a silly guy who is good at what he does

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kboy2408
    United States5 months ago
  • Great show

    V helpful!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lordruncibald
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Life Saver

    This podcast helped me through the darkest most confusing fearful part of my life! OCD is no joke and this helped me understand my brain so much! Thank you Kevin!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SKPD:)
    United Statesa year ago
  • This podcast is helping me with health anxiety

    I really enjoy this podcast. I like how the interviewer presents. I enjoy his humour, gentleness and patience in answering the questions. So well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RadioBell
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Good stuff here

    To anyone struggling, stay the course and keep fighting OCD!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jahsjskahdjskskskak
    United States2 years ago

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Listener notes the host is compassionate, insightful, and great at explaining OCD without simplistic reassurance.
Guest endorsements highlight high-quality, expert perspectives and useful discussions for understanding OCD and anxiety.
Listeners praise practical, evidence-based tips that translate into therapy and daily life.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#278- Habitually Checking My Groin, and OCD Causing Self Harm Thoughts
Q: Salt & Pepper asks whether OCD can make you feel as if you welcomed an intrusive thought or if you actually want to die, describing calm feelings and a sense of being okay with not being alive. How should someone interpret and respond to these thoughts?
OCD can produce thoughts that feel real and alarming, including thoughts about death or suicide, but these thoughts do not reflect your true desires or intentions. The recommended approach is to talk with a therapist to disentangle obsession from genuine risk, practice acceptance of uncomfortable emotions, and avoid engaging in compulsions like reassurance seeking or rumination.
#279- Is ROCD Making Me More Attracted To Men?
Q: Hi there. I am looking for help with a question about ROCD. And I also have SOCD and maybe some mental health OCD. I'm not sure about that.
The host guides the caller through distinguishing preference from OCD, emphasizes that differences in appearance or body type are normal, and reframes perfection as an unrealistic expectation. He suggests ERP-style strategies, scripting, and reducing compulsions like confession to help maintain the relationship.
#276- Academic Real Event OCD, Or Maybe Just False Guilt?
Q: What is real event OCD and how does it differ from standard OCD obsessions?
Real Event OCD centers on something that actually happened, with rumination focused on potential future consequences of that event, whereas typical OCD obsessions often involve possibilities that may not be grounded in a specific past occurrence. The host explains the patterns of rumination and how to distinguish the two, guiding the listener toward accepting uncertainty and reducing compulsions through ERP and cognitive strategies.
275- Existential? Derealization? Schizophrenia? What’s The Fear?
Q: What kind of obsession is this and what should I do when derealization spikes?
Treat it as OCD-based rumination focused on uncertainty; resist mental compulsions, observe thoughts, and engage in values-driven actions and grounding techniques rather than trying to solve the content of the fear.
274- Is This Last Trigger Weird, And Dishonesty ERP Without White Lies?
Q: Salamander asks for exposure ideas that don't involve telling white lies in a dishonest-fear scenario.
The host probes the core fear behind lying, stresses that exposures should target the underlying fear (e.g., rejection, infidelity, or guilt) rather than just the act of lying, and offers concrete steps like acceptance-based strategies, scripting, and behavioral experiments that include acknowledging uncertainty and acting according to values.

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A clinically informed show focused on OCD and anxiety recovery, featuring expert therapists, researchers, and practitioners who discuss treatments (ERP, CBT, ICBT, medication), existential and relationship-related OCD, and practical strategies for managing intrusive thoughts. Episodes frequently blend psychoeducation with real-world exercises, case discussions, and compassionate guidance, making it valuable for sufferers, family members, and clinicians seeking actionable insights. Notable is the consistent emphasis on evidence-based approaches, mindfulness, and managing uncertainty without chasing certainty, plus invite-only guest expertise from top OCD professionals and researchers.

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1. The OCD Stories
2. The OCD & Anxiety Podcast
3. Your Anxiety Toolkit - Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression
4. Disordered: Anxiety Help
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Recent guests on FearCast Podcast include:

1. Broken Record
2. Jenna Overbaugh
3. Claire Breedlove
4. Jenny Foss
5. Lauren Rosen
6. Dr. Sanjaya Saxena
7. Kimberley Quinlan
8. Chris Trondsen

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