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The Covert Narcissism Podcast

Renee Swanson, Bleav
Covert Narcissism
Emotional Abuse
Mental Health
Healing
Relationships
Covert Narcissistic Abuse
Self-Improvement
Narcissistic Abuse
Gaslighting
Narcissism
Emotional Healing
Self-Care
Childhood Trauma
Divorce
Therapy
Parenting
Self-Doubt
Emotional Health
Emotional Manipulation
Healthy Relationships

Covert narcissistic abuse crushes one’s soul. This podcast is devoted to understanding covert narcissistic abuse, its effect on the victims, and how to heal.

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Latest Episodes

If you've ever lain awake at 2am replaying conversations with your narcissistic partner or ex — rehearsing the perfect response, asking yourself why you can't just let it go — this episode is for you.

Rumination after narcissistic abuse is one of th... more

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Have you ever felt like something was wrong in your relationship but couldn't find the words to describe it? In this episode of the Covert Narcissism Podcast Community Chat, I sit down with David, who spent 17 years married to a covert narcissist bef... more

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Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who never cheated, never raged, never drank — someone everyone around you thought was wonderful — and yet you constantly felt like you were the problem? Like you could never measure up, never quite ge... more

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In this episode, we explore one of the most confusing and disorienting dynamics of covert narcissistic abuse: the rewriting of reality. This isn’t obvious gaslighting or explosive denial. It’s subtle, calm, and often presented in a way that makes you... more

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Recent Guests

Barb Nangle
Coach and host/author focused on covert narcissism and boundary-building
Covert Narcissism Podcast
Episode: Healthy Boundaries After Trauma: Why You Lost Yourself in Covert Narcissistic Dynamics (Barb Nangle Part 2)
Dee Dee
Guest sharing her personal experience with covert narcissism
Episode: Covert Narcissism: You’re Allowed to Pause Before Deciding to Stay or Leave
Jacquie Roar
Country rock star, mother, and survivor of a narcissistic relationship
Episode: Covert Narcissism in Dating: Jacquie Roar Shares Her Story of Survival and Healing
Eleanor Marks
High conflict divorce coach with personal experience in navigating smear campaigns and covert narcissistic abuse.
Episode: Smear Campaigns and the Loss of Family, Friends, and Safety with Eleanor Marks
Sarma Melngailis
Author and former restaurateur known for the Netflix series *Bad Vegan*
Author of *The Girl With The Duck Tattoo*
Episode: From “Bad Vegan” to Truth Teller: Sarma Melngailis on Covert Narcissistic Abuse and Self-Discovery
Bree Sullivan-Howell
Family law attorney and author
Sullivan Law Firm
Episode: Crush Your Divorce, Protect Your Peace: A Conversation with Attorney & Author Bree Sullivan-Howell
Dr. Anthony Mazzella
Expert on narcissism and host of the Narcissism Decoder Podcast
Narcissism Decoder Podcast
Episode: Beneath the Apology: Shame, Image, and the Illusion of Empathy with Dr. Anthony Mazzella
Todd Rennebohm
Host of the Bunny Hugs and Mental Health podcast
Bunny Hugs and Mental Health
Episode: When Addiction, Trauma, and Narcissistic Traits Collide: A Candid Talk with Todd Rennebohm
Jerry Wise
Expert in relationship systems and coach specializing in narcissistic relationship dynamics
Jerry Wise Relationship Systems
Episode: Breaking Free from Guilt in Narcissistic Relationships with Jerry Wise, Part Two

Host

Renee Swanson
Host of discussions focused on personal experiences with covert narcissism and providing insights for healing.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Good podcast !

    Podcast Addict
    5
    inga
    a month ago
  • The illusion of choice

    Renee compassionately and articulately addresses the dark web of narcissistic abuse. This analogy to Dracula is brilliant! It unpacks the realities of living with a covert narcissist, while protecting victims from any blame or shame. She is a voice of clarity in an ever increasing crowded environment of narcissistic abuse.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hpytobefree
    United Statesa month ago
  • Twilight zone

    I can’t tell you how many times over THREE DECADES, I said to myself and others “am I in the twilight zone!” The flipping the narrative, gaslighting, weaponised silence, cold distance when I was unwell or going out with friends (rarely!), and the charming offence to everyone else (until he reached his limit then withdrawn and sullen, obviously my fault because we stayed out too long). Sometimes I’m embarrassed it took me this long to escape and establish my own life, but most of the time I’m in... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MåğïçŠțǎṟ
    Australiaa month ago
  • Life changing

    Finding this podcast has truly changed my life and I feel so much lighter and empowered. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monikalou
    United Statesa month ago
  • Uplifting and empowering

    The recent community call episodes have been so inspiring and empowering. This podcast has made a huge difference in my life! Thank you Renee!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pbewley
    United States2 months ago

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Some reviewers note the effectiveness of the episodes in clarifying feelings and experiences related to narcissistic abuse.
Many appreciate the insightful advice and strategies for navigating relationships tainted by narcissistic behaviors.
Listeners express profound gratitude for the validation and support provided, highlighting its impact on their healing journeys.

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Healthy Boundaries After Trauma: Why You Lost Yourself in Covert Narcissistic Dynamics (Barb Nangle Part 2)
Q: If you go back in time to a younger version of Barb, give yourself some advice. How old are you when you go back in time, and what do you tell yourself?
I would go back to age 11, when I realized I needed an income to assert independence, and I would tell my younger self that she is capable of creating stability from within, that external circumstances don't define her worth, and that she should start building boundaries and self-trust early on.
Codependency, Trauma, and Why Boundaries Change Everything: Barb Nangle (Part 1)
Q: How did you first realize boundaries were central to your recovery?
Barb explains that boundaries emerged gradually through 12-step work, self-reflection, and the realization that codependency was driving her behavior. She used personal experiences with a homeless man and later with family dynamics to illustrate how enforcing limits helped protect her well-being and catalyze deep healing.
Covert Narcissism: You’re Allowed to Pause Before Deciding to Stay or Leave
Q: How does healing influence the decision to stay or leave, especially for people with long histories in coercive relationships?
Healing reduces the reflex to justify the abuse, helps set healthy boundaries, and makes it possible to reframe what autonomy means in the context of long-term dynamics.
Covert Narcissism: You’re Allowed to Pause Before Deciding to Stay or Leave
Q: What sparked the decision to pause rather than rush to leave or stay?
The guests describe realizing that pausing provides crucial space to process abuse, assess safety, and regain clarity, rather than being pressured into an immediate decision.
Covert Narcissism Q&A: Clarity, Boundaries & Radical Acceptance (Part 2)
Q: Why does couples therapy make things worse?
Couples therapy often assumes shared accountability and mutually motivated efforts to fix issues, but in covert narcissistic dynamics, one partner may be focused on managing their image instead of genuine relationship repair. This imbalance can lead to feelings of being equally blamed even when one partner is doing all the work.

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