Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson

Tim Dillon Blackmail Scandal EXPOSED! Did he use her children? What happens when love bombing turns into blackmail? Steph from Steph's Rock Show shares her story of dating comedian Tim Dillon, the blackmail scheme involving her children, and why she's speaking out now. In this episode of Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson, Steph reveals the full story of her relationship with Tim Dillon, the blackm...

Today on Eyes Wide Open, Fraser Clacherty, former professional cyclist and founder/CEO of Down to Ground, joins Nick Thompson to expose how grounding directly impacts sleep, inflammation, and nervous system regulation.   Modern life has engineered total comfort, trapping millions of people inside climate-controlled rooms, glued to blue-light screens, and insulated by synthetic rubber soles.    We...

How to Spot Red Flags Before a Toxic Relationship Starts   Toxic relationship red flags can be easy to miss when you're dating. In this conversation, relationship coach Dave McLaclin reveals the dating red flags, compatibility issues, and warning signs you should recognize before committing.   How do you know if someone is truly right for you—and when should you walk away? Dave explains the "Worth...

How Undercover Investigators Find Trafficked Children | Human Trafficking Investigation with Matt Parker How do undercover investigators find trafficked children? Matt Parker shares how human trafficking investigations uncover victims, gather intelligence, and help law enforcement intervene. From his first undercover investigation in Thailand to The Exodus Road, this is the story of how human traf...

Was 9/11 an Inside Job? A Combat Veteran Examines the Evidence with Korey Rowe Was 9/11 an inside job? Combat veteran Korey Rowe examines the evidence, government warnings, intelligence failures, WTC 7, Loose Change, and the unanswered questions surrounding September 11. Rather than reducing the story to a simple conspiracy claim, this conversation examines what is documented, what remains dispute...

The Truth About Feeling "Not Enough" Why do you feel like you're not enough? In this conversation, we explore self-worth, the inner critic, imposter syndrome, negative self-talk, emotional healing, and how to change the beliefs that keep you stuck. Isabelle Kiara explains how the "I'm not enough" belief develops, how childhood experiences shape the way we speak to ourselves, and how small shifts i...

Why Is Chicago So Expensive? The Local Politics Behind It Why is Chicago getting so expensive? Nick Thompson sits down with Chicago small-business owner and First Ward alderwoman candidate Laura Yepz to unpack the rising cost of living, housing, taxes, small businesses and the local politics behind it. Why is Chicago getting so expensive? In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Nick Thompson sits down...

How to Heal From Trauma: Rewire Your Brain & Break the Cycle How do you heal from trauma and break the patterns that keep you stuck? Lawrence C. Harris shares how therapy, journaling, movement, and mindset helped him rebuild his mental health and rewire the way he thinks.   How do you heal from trauma and break the patterns that keep you stuck? Lawrence C. Harris shares how therapy, journaling, mo...

Stem Cell Therapy Explained: What Stem Cells & Peptides Actually Do - Dr. Joy Kong What does stem cell therapy actually do? Dr. Joy Kong explains stem cells, regenerative medicine, peptides, brain health, joint repair, inflammation, and the science behind cellular regeneration. In this conversation, we explore stem cell therapy, peptide therapy, functional medicine, longevity, and why regenerative...

Cyclospora Outbreak: What's Really Happening With Contaminated Lettuce?  The Cyclospora outbreak has raised serious questions about contaminated lettuce, food safety and parasites. In this episode, Nick Thompson and Kim Rogers discuss what's happening and what consumers should know about Cyclospora. From the 2026 Cyclospora outbreak and lettuce recall to parasite exposure, food, water and symptoms...

Human Trafficking in America: How Victims Are Groomed & Trapped Human trafficking in America is more common—and more hidden—than most people realize. In this conversation, Laura Parker explains how traffickers groom, manipulate, and trap vulnerable people, including children and teenagers. We discuss Romeo pimps, online grooming, sextortion, forced labor, trafficking routes, AI-generated exploitat...

It's official: Vermont bans AI therapy and chatbot therapists. But is this a step forward or backward? Learn why regulators are stopping algorithms from acting as therapists.  In this episode, Nick Thompson breaks down the recent legislation in Vermont and what it means for the future of AI mental health tools.  We examine the specific risks identified by lawmakers, including instances where AI ch...

AI is changing jobs, businesses, and leadership faster than most people realize. AI expert Mike Ruska explains what happens next—and how to stay ahead. Artificial Intelligence is transforming the future of work faster than ever before. In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, AI technologist Mike Ruska explains how AI is changing jobs, leadership, business, and the global economy. Will AI replace worker...

Brain fog, fatigue, hormone issues and anxiety may not be random. Kyle Hulbert reveals how mercury poisoning and heavy metal toxicity are affecting millions of people. Learn the symptoms, testing methods, detox strategies and the truth about root-cause medicine. Mercury poisoning and heavy metal toxicity are becoming major concerns for people struggling with brain fog, fatigue, hormone imbalances,...

In this weekly roundup of news coverage, Nick breaks down important stories you might have missed that we should all have our eyes on. 80% of Young Adults Say the Economy Is Broken (The Data Is Worse Than You Think) Young adults are doing everything right and still falling behind. A shocking new survey reveals why 80% believe the economy is broken—and the data may be even worse than you think. 📌...

Most marriages don't fail because of cheating or constant fighting. They fail because emotional disconnection quietly grows for years until couples become strangers living together. In this video, you'll learn 7 Signs Your Marriage Is Slowly Falling Apart | Dr. Lee Baucom Why do good marriages fail? Relationship expert Dr. Lee Baucom reveals the hidden reasons couples slowly grow apart, lose emoti...

In this weekly roundup of news coverage, Nick breaks down important stories you might have missed that we should all have eyes on. Big AI Lie EXPOSED! Why Your Job Isn't the Real Target   Ever wondered if AI is really coming for your job or if you're just funding a billionaire's gamble?    Nick unpacks the shocking truths behind the tech industry's AI frenzy—spoiler alert: it's more smoke and mirr...

Reality TV isn't nearly as real as viewers think. Former contestants expose the psychological manipulation behind the MAFS UK scandal. In this video, you'll learn MAFS UK Scandal EXPOSED | The Dark Psychology of Reality TV | Tim Wilso The MAFS UK scandal may reveal a much deeper problem inside reality television. In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Professor Tim Wilson and Nick Thompson break down...

In this weekly roundup of news coverage, Nick breaks down important stories you might have missed that we should all have eyes on. SCANDAL EXPOSED: Why Channel 4 Pulled MAFS UK From Streaming Channel 4 suddenly pulled MAFS UK from streaming after disturbing allegations surfaced. Former Love Is Blind cast member Nick Thompson explains what this reveals about the reality TV industry behind the scene...

College doesn't have to mean student loans. Learn the scholarship strategy and career planning roadmap families are using to graduate debt-free in 2026 and beyond. In this episode, you'll learn How to Go to College Debt-Free (Scholarships + Smart Career Planning)  How do families send kids to college without drowning in student loan debt? In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Nick Thompson sits down...

In this weekly roundup of news coverage, Nick breaks down important stories you might have missed that we should all have eyes on.   Retatrutide Explained: Is It Better Than Ozempic & Mounjaro? A Date Now Costs $200, AI is   Retatrutide is being called the next Ozempic — but is it actually better than Mounjaro and Tirzepatide? Dr. Jeff Gross explains how it works, fat loss results, and what people...

The news isn't designed to inform you anymore—it's designed to control your emotions. In this episode, Kira Shishkin breaks down how media bias, clickbait, and algorithms are destroying trust. In this video, you'll learn how the Media Manipulates You (And You Don't Notice It) | Kira Shishkin In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Nick Thompson sits down with Kira Shishkin, founder of Informed.now, to...

In this weekly roundup of news coverage, Nick breaks down important stories you might have missed that we should all have eyes on.   Spirit Airlines Shut Down (17,000 Jobs Lost): What Happened?   Spirit Airlines is officially dead. 17,000 people lost their jobs overnight, and thousands are stranded. But the real question is: who actually killed Spirit—and why did nobody stop it?   📌 Source: Inc.c...

Most couples don't break up because of cheating—they break up because they repeat the same fight forever. Therapist Andrea Dindinger explains the "Conflict Loop" and the 21-day reset that rebuilds connection fast. In this video, you'll learn How to Fix a Relationship in 21 Days (Therapist Explains the Reset Method) Most relationships don't fail because of a lack of love… they fail because couples...