Dimming The Gaslight
Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey From Narcissistic Abuse
Welcome to Dimming The Gaslight! I'm Mac—a male survivor of Narcissistic Abuse. I’m documenting my real-time war divorcing a female narcissist, fighting for my kids, and surviving the U.S. family court system. I am joined by my best friend and co-host, Phil. As the former host of the "Surviving The Covert Narcissist" podcast, Phil brings a veteran perspective and much-needed levity to the darkness. We break down the legal battles and the healing journey week by week. But this platform is for you, too. To share your story as a guest, email us -DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com to be on the show!
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Jun 14, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 139: Listener Submitted "Holiday Horror Stories" 05.01.2025 1:04:11
For some crazy reason, narcissists have to ruin the happy holidays we enjoy! On this episode, Phil and I cover listener submitted stories about your “Holiday Horror Stories”, where the narc has to siphon all of the attention to them. And Mac even shares some crazy stories of his own! Enjoy Holiday Horror Stories! For all things DTG, click the link in my bio! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need thi...
Episode 138: Manifesting a Lazy Eyed Redhead (interview with Heidi Stark @heidistarkauthor on IG) 21.12.2024 1:36:20
Heidi’s story @heidistarkauthor is a crazy one, from her NEx saying he manifested her (flaws and all), to her finding out he has a criminal record, to breaking her skull, she details a tumultuous relationship with a psychopath narcissist! Enjoy Heidi’s episode story! For all things DTG, click the link in my bio! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimming The Gaslight is based...
Episode 137: Matt's Story Part II 15.12.2024 50:43
Last week we covered part 1 of Matt’s story, a former guest from Phil’s podcast. Last week, Matt told us about meeting his now NEx in China, having children, and that NEx trying to take the children back to China from Matt! This week, we talk the trial of Matt’s life, fighting for his kids, co-parenting with his crazy NEx, and some shocking revelations that leave Phil and me shocked! Enjoy Part 2...
Episode 136: Matt's story Part I: navigation of court and child abuse from an overt narcissist 08.12.2024 1:04:32
Matt was a former guest on @dtg_phil pod, and we brought him back for an update. Matt explains moving to China, finding his future husband there, having children, his now ex trying to steal his children, and ongoing court trials that you won’t believe! Enjoy Matt’s episode! For all things DTG, click the link in my bio! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimming The Gaslight i...
Episode 135: The Importance of Important Mountain 01.12.2024 35:55
Phil came to visit and we wanted to recap his trip through Plesantville, getting to meet my kids, and a landmark that changed my life in my healing journey! Enjoy Episode 135! Click here for the DTG Merch Store! Click here for all things DTG! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimming The Gaslight is based entirely on true events, except for the shit we totally made...
Episode 134: Narcissistic Abuse Leads To Kidnapping (Interview With Becky Erkkila) 24.11.2024 1:20:57
What would you do if you were kidnapped by your narcissist? While Becky Erkkila @beckyerkkilaauthor had to ask herself that very question! Her book “What Shall I Do?” details her harrowing story about being bound, duct taped and abducted by her narcissist, making it out alive, and using her experience to help you decide that very question! What Shall I Do? Book link http://beckyerkkila.com/ Becky'...
Episode 133: Narcissists in Movies & Film (With Jordan from @cinemaunitestheworld on IG) 10.11.2024 1:12:19
Ever see someone in a movie and think, “they are totally a narcissist!” Well, Jordan from @cinemaunitestheworld is an actor with first hand experience with narcs in movies and film! Jordan discusses his interactions on the red carpet, his personal stories, and even calls himself out on his mistakes in his past! Enjoy Jordan's episode! For all things DTG, click the link in my bio! DISCLAIMER: Our l...
Episode 132: A Former UFC Fighter Talks Narcissistic Abuse (Interview with Juan Adams) 03.11.2024 55:27
Do you ever feel like “how could I have ever been so stupid to fall for the narc?” Well, what if I told you that the former World Heavyweight Champion of the World fell for it too? Enter Juan Adams @chosenjuan285 - mixed Martial artist that has competed in the UFC and Professional Fighters League. Juan tells us about his relationship with a narcissist, how he learned about narcissism, and how he’s...
EPISODE 131: Asking NYC What They Know About Narcissism LIVE! 27.10.2024 1:39:33
Episode 131 comes to you LIVE from NYC! Terri from Character Outs Podcast, her daughter Tiffany, Phil and I recap interviewing NYC about what they know about narcissism! From bad relationships, to toxic families, NYC ain't sleeping on narcissism! Enjoy episode 131! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click the link in my bio! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dim...
Episode 130: We're Going LIVE in NYC to celebrate 100K listens! 06.10.2024 33:59
This podcast is about to surpass 100K listens! So to celebrate, Terri from Character Outs Podcast is back to help Phil and I make a special announcement! Next week, we’re going live from Times Square in NYC! Terri, Phil and I want to know: What Does NYC Know About Narcissism? We’re heading out to talk to NYC and hear your stories and ask some questions! Come join us next week - LIVE! Enjoy episode...
Episode 129: Distancing From Toxic Relationships with Jerry Wise 29.09.2024 58:38
Jerry Wise is an expert in healing from family dysfunction and he’s here to help you take your power back! From dealing with toxic family members, to moving on from narcissistic relationships, Jerry discusses how to acknowledge your triggers so that you can move on from abuse and live a fulfilling, peaceful life! Enjoy Jerry’s episode! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click the link...
Episode 128: Abducted TWICE in Plain Sight - The Story of Jan Broberg PART II 22.09.2024 1:20:30
PART II of Jan’s episode includes details of her SECOND kidnapping at the hands of a family “friend”! She details the story leading up to her 16th birthday, where she was convinced by her abuser she had to have a baby in order to save the life of her family. Jan was enrolled in a boarding school under a false name, her kidnapper convinced the nuns he was a CIA agent, and details the story of when...
Episode 127: Abducted TWICE in Plain Sight - The Story of Jan Broberg PART I 15.09.2024 1:01:14
Jan Broberg's story has gone viral around the world! What started out as a kind family moving in next door, turned into a riveting story about kindnapping, sexual violence, and a national search for Jan by the FBI! Jan is here to break down the entire story with Phil and me, and shine a light on her mission of exposing deviant sexual predators. Enjoy Jan’s Episode Part I! For all things DTG includ...
Episode 126: Am I The Narcissist? 08.09.2024 53:33
Ever struggle with the thought, "Am I the narcissist?" Phil and I break down 6 signs to analyze and reflect on your own personal flaws, share intimate stories of our cringey moments, and do an absolutely HILARIOUS "WTF are you talking about" segment! Enjoy episode 126! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click the link in my bio! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So,...
Episode 125: Parental Narcissism Leading to Toxic Relationships (Interview With Reuben) 01.09.2024 46:25
After a super tumultuous childhood, Reuben @free2bproject tells us about how he came across narcissism and how it fit his parents exactly. We discuss his indoctrination into the church, how it lead him into bad relationships, and how he’s burning bridges with any toxic person who gets in his way! Enjoy Rueben’s episode! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click the link in my bio! DISC...
Episode 124: Radical Self Love With Phoenix Gould 20.08.2024 42:18
I’m joined this week by Phoenix Gould (healing.from.the.narcissist) who is here to discuss healing through radical self love after narcissistic abuse. We discuss a length of topics from techniques to recovery including how to heal your inner child, guided meditation, and what it takes to move on from your trauma and feel empowered again! Phoenix's links: Phoenix Facebook Page E-mail address Fa...
Episode 123: How To Deal After a Narc's Injury 11.08.2024 48:50
After a narcissistic injury, we all know the narc wants to make us PAY! So how do you deal with the smear campaign, loss of friends and family, and the emotional aftermath? Phil and I discuss real life scenarios and how we cope! Enjoy Episode 123! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click here! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimming The Gaslight is based...
Episode 122: JFK: The Reckoning (Greetings From The Grassy Knoll) 04.08.2024 23:16
I’m on vacation in Dallas, TX! Something you may not know about it me is I’m big into conspiracy theories and the JFK assassination. While at the “Grassy Knoll”, I ran into Marshal Evans, author of JFK: The Reckoning. Marshal is a JFK historian, who presents the facts behind the case, and even has pictures and evidence of the JFK autopsy. Marshal is here to dim the gaslight on what REALLY happened...
Episode 121: Does It Get Better After The Abuse? 28.07.2024 52:28
It's not all roses after you leave a narcissistically abusive relationship. Phil and I break down what we went through after getting out, how we manage our triggers now, and the kind of people we want to be in order to call ourselves "healed." Enjoy episode 121! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click here! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Di...
Episode 120: The World Tour Of Narcissism (Marissa's Story) 14.07.2024 1:32:51
Marissa is our inaugural interview that wrote in for Phil and me to read on the air. A chance encounter with someone while traveling leads Marissa to travel the world with her narcissist. From stunning love bombing, to unbelievable excuses, to discarding her via email, Phil and I break the story down and have some good laughs at her NEx's expense! Enjoy Marissa's story! For all things DTG...
Episode 119: First Ever “WTF Are You Talking About?” Segment & Phil Was Almost In A Cult?! 07.07.2024 50:21
My new cohost Phil and I do the first ever “What the Fuck Are You Talking About?”, where we read listener submitted stories of the crazy things your NEx’s say or do! But after a bit of back and forth, Phil says, “Did I ever tell you about the time I was almost in a cult?” 😳 Enjoy episode 119! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click here! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this...
Episode 118: A New Era Of The Podcast Brings a New Co-Host 30.06.2024 55:43
I’ve been at this podcast for a while, and I could really use some help. So enter the person who influenced me to start the podcast, Phil. He is the former host of “Surviving The Covert Narcissist” podcast. In this episode, we talk about the art of grey rocking, where we see this pod going, and my NEx texts me live on the air! Enjoy episode 118! For all things DTG including content and Merch, clic...
Episode 117: Interview With Jane 16.06.2024 1:16:31
Jane’s NEx is the quintesstial narc that everyone can’t stand. From getting multiple women pregnant and leaving them, looking for a place to live when they’re desperate, and making all special occasions about them, her story is sure to resonate with all of us! Enjoy Jane’s episode! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click here! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer....
Episode 116: Lessons From 22 Years With A Narcissist (Interview With Ryann) 09.06.2024 58:17
Ryann has only been out of her marriage for 9 months, but has an absolutely crazy story to tell! From lavish love bombing, to her NEx’s ex warning her about him, to hilarious story about how the p*rn wasn’t his, RyAnn’s NEx is an absolute nightmare! Enjoy Ryann’s episode! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click here! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimmin...
Episode 115: I Signed Over My House 26.05.2024 35:25
In typical NEx style, she created a wild scene within the mortgage lender’s office while I signed over my house! She took her shots at me, created an illusion of fear with the kids, and ran out of the office like she robbed a bank! Enjoy episode 115! For all things DTG including content and Merch, click here! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimming The Gaslight is base...
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