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Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser

Vanessa Reiser
Narcissistic Abuse
Politics
Dirty John
Gretchen Carlson
Tonia Bales
Coercive Control
Healing
Epstein Files
Therapy
Attachment Theory
Non-Disclosure Agreements
When You See It
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Media
Trauma-Informed Care
Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Me Too Movement
John Meehan

🎙️ NARCISSISTIC ABUSE WITH VANESSA REISER — Podcast Description Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser is a raw, empowering podcast that gives voice to survivors of narcissistic abuse and toxic relationships. Each episode features real conversations with people who have lived through manipulation, gaslighting, coercive control, and emotional exploitation and lived to reclaim their power. Inspired... more

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Latest Episodes

Unpacking Attachment, Triggers, and Co-Parenting With a Narcissist (Eli Harwood Recap)

Vanessa Reiser and co-host Dave recap Vanessa's prior interview with Eli Harwood ("The Attachment Nerd"), highlighting takeaways on attachment, healing from nar... more

Attachment, Grief, and Radical Adaptation After Narcissistic Abuse (with Eli Harwood)

Vanessa Reiser introduces her podcast Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser, outlining its focus on exposing abusive tactics, sharing survivor stories, and offe... more

EPISODE SUMMARY In this insightful recap episode, Vanessa Reiser and co-host Dave unpack key moments from Vanessa's recent interview with Tonia Bales, first wife of John Meehan (the real "Dirty John" from the blockbuster podcast and Netflix series). ... more

EPISODE SUMMARY In this eye-opening episode, Vanessa Reiser sits down with Tonia Bales, a nurse anesthetist, author, and the first wife of John Meehan; the man the world came to know as "Dirty John" through the blockbuster podcast and Netflix series.... more

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Recent Guests

Eli Harwood
Attachment theory and trauma expert, licensed therapist, creator of The Attachment Nerd
Episode: ELI HARWOOD
Jared Mello
Survivor, coach, and creator focused on narcissistic patterns and radical self-respect
Instagram and YouTube presence as the Wizard of Radical Self-respect
Episode: JARED MELLO
Gretchen Carlson
Former Fox News anchor, bestselling author, and co-founder of Lift Our Voices
Fox News (former), Lift Our Voices
Episode: DAVE AND I UNPACK THE GRETCHEN CARLSON EPISODE
Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Clinical psychologist, professor, best-selling author and expert on narcissistic abuse
Self-identified in episode as Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Episode: DR. RAMANI DURVASULA
Tonia Bales
Nurse anesthetist, author, advocate and public speaker
Author of When You See It
Episode: When You See It: Tonia Bales on Love Bombing, Coercive Control, and Healing After Dirty John

Hosts

Vanessa Reiser
Licensed therapist, author, advocate; host focusing on narcissistic abuse and survivor healing
Dave
Co-host providing context on narcissistic abuse, politics, and pop culture

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ELI HARWOOD
Q: How did your focus on attachment and healing children develop?
The guest explains a long personal and professional journey into understanding secure attachment and how a caregiver's warmth, responsiveness, and reliability shape a child's resilience, emphasizing that even one secure attachment figure can dramatically improve outcomes for children in turbulent family dynamics.
TONIA BALES
Q: What helped you begin to see the pattern clearly enough to pursue separation and safety for your kids?
She describes building a strong personal and professional life, seeking support from trusted exes and friends, and eventually recognizing that keeping the peace required not engaging with his manipulations, focusing on safety and the children.
TONIA BALES
Q: Hi, Tonia. How did you first recognize red flags in your relationship with John, especially given the late-80s context?
Tonia explains that many flags were pink or yellow, and she lacked language at the time to name them; the behavior felt flattering at first, mirroring her interests, but over time she realized the manipulation and control were real, with escalating boundaries-testing and deception.
GRETCHEN CARLSON
Q: Can you explain how NDAs and forced arbitration clauses affect survivors' ability to seek justice and rebuild their lives?
She explains how these legal tools silence victims, impede accountability, and often push people out of their careers, while highlighting laws like the Speak Out Act as steps toward restoring voice and justice.
GRETCHEN CARLSON
Q: What was the turning point that led you to come forward publicly, and how did you navigate the personal and professional risks involved?
Carlson describes the accumulation of experiences and the moral imperative to break the silence, detailing the decision to publicly challenge abuse despite potential backlash and career consequences.

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This show centers on narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and healing, with a focus on survivor stories, clinical insights, and practical guidance for recognizing manipulation in dating, work, media, and culture. Episodes blend personal narratives with expert perspectives from therapists, researchers, and advocates to unpack gaslighting, boundary setting, and recovery strategies, while also examining how power dynamics show up in politics, workplaces, and public life. A standout aspect is the ongoing commitment to elevating survivor voices, demystifying abusive dynamics, and translating complex concepts into actionable steps for safety, resilience, and accountability.

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2. Jared Mello
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