Dimming The Gaslight

Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey From Narcissistic Abuse

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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 89: Lessons From 2 Years Since Our Discards (Interview with Stories_From_The_Rollercoaster on IG) 29.10.2023

October 30, 2021 is the day of my discard . Ironically, Lisa (stories._from_the_rollercoaster on IG) and I share the same exact date. So we’re here to discuss what we’ve learned in the past two years, how we’ve grown, and what our outlook for the future looks like! For all things DTG including content and Merch, check⁠⁠  ⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! Use code DTGMAC for 20% off your order now through 10/30/2023! Enj...

Episode 88: I Spoke With The NEx's Family! 24.10.2023

I had a wild interaction with the NEx's family at my son's football game! They got to see my new girlfriend, I discuss what was said, and my thoughts about where my NEx's family stand on her! For all things DTG including content and Merch, check⁠⁠ here⁠⁠ ! Use code DTGMAC for 20% off your order now through 10/30/2023! Enjoy episode 88! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaime...

Episode 87: My Lawyer Recaps Court Motion About This Podcast 15.10.2023

After months of waiting, I finally had my court hearing regarding continuing this podcast. My lawyer joins the show to discuss the hearing, bills, alledged child abuse, and whether or not I can continue doing this podcast. If you’d like to be a part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight.com. For all things DTG including content and Merch, check⁠⁠ here⁠⁠! Enjoy Episode 87! DISCLAIMER:...

Episode 86: Interview With Terri About Parental Narcissistic Abuse (@characteroutpodcast on IG 08.10.2023

Week 86 welcomes Terri From Character Out Podcast to talk about many different afflictions by narcissists. From parental, to ex boyfriend, to ex spouse of her current husband. We tell relatable stories, talk about healing, and advice for your loneliness during the holiday season. If you’d like to be a part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight.com. For all things DTG including content...

Episode 85: My Frustration With Postponements Within The Family Court System 01.10.2023

After two cancelled court dates in one week, my frustration with the court system has gotten high. I air some grievances, tell you about the delays, and share some additional info about my NEX’s allegations! If you’d like to be a part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight.com. For all things DTG including content and Merch, check⁠⁠ here⁠⁠! Enjoy episode 85! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say...

Episode 84: "Where Are They Now?" With My Week 16 Guest Doug Buggle 24.09.2023

My week 16 guest Doug Bugle @dougbuggle aka Teddy Bowers @theodoreteddybowers is back to talk about life since he did his last episode. He’s been involved in some special adventures including writing his first book called “Goodbye Tammy: Third Time Was Not A Charm”. He’s also been involved with a new documentary about narcissism, and how he’s found the will to move on! If you’d like to be a part o...

Episode 83: Substance Addiction and Recovering From Narcissism (with Jared from @wizard_of_radical_self_respect on IG) 17.09.2023

I did an interview with Jared (@wizard_of_radical_self_respect) for his YouTube channel, so now he’s on my show. Jared has an intense story about how his childhood addictions that lead him to seek validation from a narcissist. We talk about his upbringing, his narcs outrageous lies, and how it turned Jared to want to help people with his platform. It you’d like to be a part of the show, please ema...

Episode 82: An Update On Pickup of the Kids and My Back Health 10.09.2023

Last week I told you guys about the interference my NEx causes during the transfers of my children during my court ordered parenting time, and how I hurt back severely because of it. I'm back to give you a quick update on both, and tell you about some new updates about her unilateral decision making as it relates to the children. It you’d like to be a part of the show, please email me at Dimmi...

Episode 81: My NEx is Turning My Kids Against Me 03.09.2023

Episode 81 is a solo episode where I talk about how the NEx is turning the kids against me. The kids scream and cry when I go to pick them up for our visits. I was even injured during one the exchanges. I have to get the police involved that were part of my false TROs, and what I can do to try to rectify the behavior. It you’d like to be a part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight.co...

Episode 80: Interview with Christian (@c_dub_77 on IG) 27.08.2023

Christian and I connected on IG and he has an amazing story about relationships with not one narc - but two! Christian talks about the infidelity, the lying, and even connecting with her prior partners after his relationship was over to compare stories with them! It you’d like to be a part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight.com. For all content and Merch, check the link in my bio!...

Episode 79: Domestic Abuse Knows No Gender 20.08.2023

I made a controversial post earlier this week about the Johnny Depp Vs Amber Heard case, and got a lot of support and also backlash for it. So what better way to set the record straight than doing a personal episode about where I stand about gender equality as it relates to Narcissistic Abuse and DV. I give you DV facts, review my thought process about the JD Vs AH case, and share my own personal...

Episode 78: Talking False DV Charges with Ulysses "Butch" Slaughter (@ubslaughter on TikTok) 13.08.2023

I came across a stunning post on TikTok from a man who was falsely accused of domestic violence. Thanks to you - my listeners and followers - I was able to connect with him and interview him! We talk about Butch’s mirroring by his NEx, the master plan to get him out of his home, and his mission as he moves on with his life. If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGasligh...

Episode 77: Preview to a Motion My NEX Made About Finances and This Podcast 30.07.2023

Episode 77 is a solo episode. I talk about my recent 3rd clearance from DCPP, my upcoming motion hearing next week, and the future of this podcast. If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com To find all of my links and content, click  ⁠here⁠ ! And please donate to my GoFundMe if you can. Enjoy Episode 77!! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaim...

Episode 76: A Psychotherapist Discusses The Spectrum of Narcissism (@chelseybrookecole on Instagram 23.07.2023

Chelsey Brooke Cole is a psychotherapist and is fresh off her recent interview with USA Today to come speak with us about the spectrum of narcissism. We cover characteristics, comorbidities, and even personal stories with each category. If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To find all of my links and content, click  ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! And please donate t...

Episode 75: Another Court Date, Another Loss For The NEx 16.07.2023

We had another Case Management conference for the martial case. The judge expands my parenting time, rejects my NEx’s demand to take the children on vacation during my parenting time, and even opens back up communication between me and my NEx. If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To find all of my links and content, click  ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! And please d...

Episode 74: A Police Officer Explains How She Responds to a Domestic Violence Call (@fiveO.fierce.and.fit on IG) 09.07.2023

Episode 74 welcomes in an awesome guest - @five0.fierce.and.fit ! Monica is an active police officer who explains to us the overlaps between narcissism and taking testimonies regarding DV! She goes into detail about how the police respond to a DV call, the kind of things they look for, and even how they know sometimes they’re taking a false testimony! If you’d like to be part of the show, please e...

Episode 73: Talking REAL DV with Lexi (@ilylex528 and @unsank.pod on IG) 02.07.2023

I’m joined this week by Lexi, who has an absolutely triumphant story she shares about overcoming real domestic violence. Lexi tells us about her NEx’s popularity and what made her fall for him, the ways she had to cover up her shame and regret, and her BIG plans to help survivors like you! If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To find all of my link...

Episode 72: My DV Trial Day 6 Recap 25.06.2023

Episode 72 is a recap of Day 6 of my DV Trial! My NEx admits, on the stand, under oath, that she is not acting in the best interest of the children, that she has physically assaulted me, and that she has tried to keep the kids away from me for money! If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To find all of my links and content, click  ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! And p...

Episode 71: My NEx Knows The Name Dimming The Gaslight! 18.06.2023

A major miscalculation on my part blows my cover, and reveals the name Dimming The Gaslight to my NEx! If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To find all of my links and content, click  ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! And please donate to my GoFundMe if you can. Enjoy Episode 71! DISCLAIMER: Our lawyers say we need this disclaimer. So, Dimming The Gaslight is based ent...

Episode 70: DV Trial Day 5 - MAJOR Movement on Cross Examination of My NEx! (Interview with my lawyer) 11.06.2023

Episode 70 welcomes back my lawyer to recap my court date with me! FINALLY we got some good movement on my cross exam. For the first time ever, I will read evidence I have on the air, talk about my NEx’s broken logic during testimony, and the absolutely IDIOTIC things my NEx says while she’s on the stand! 
If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To fi...

Episode 69: Interview with Dave (@rdaveashley on IG) 04.06.2023

Episode 69 features a new friend of mine - @rdaveashley! Dave is here to tell us about his story, drop some great quotes on us, and even an emotional story about how he almost didn’t make it through the abuse! If you’d like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight@gmail.com. To find all of my links and content, click  ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! And please donate to my GoFundMe if you can. E...

Episode 68: Interview With Jon from @MaleVictimsOfFemaleNarcissists on IG 21.05.2023

Episode 68 is one I've been wanting to do for over a year with Jon from @MaleVictimsOfFemaleNarcissists on IG. Jon was the married to his narcissist for 27 years. He goes in depth about their experience with marriage counseling, how his sanity was tested at every turn, and even how his narc wouldn't give him any sympathy when he revealed to her that he had a potentially life threatening il...

Episode 67: From Captivity To Survivor With Narc Informed California Lawyer Attorney Padideh Jafari (@jafarilegal on IG) 14.05.2023

I get a lot of questions regarding narc informed legal representation, and my most listened to state for the pod is California. So, enter Attorney Jafari, who not only represents clients who have experienced narc abuse, but she also has experienced it first hand. Attorney Jafari talks about what she sees from opposing narcs in court, how she directly helps her clients fight for their rights, and e...

Episode 66: My DV Trial Day 4 Recap AND Someone In Plesantville is Listening! 07.05.2023

Day 4 of my DV trial was an interesting one, as the NEx alledged that I violated my TRO! I also had a crazy week, where I was able to fight fire with fire with some of the nonsense lies my NEx has been trying to spread! Lastly, not saying it’s the NEx but I noticed Pleasantville is popping up on my analytics for this podcast! If you'd like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGasli...

Episode 65: My NEx Opened her 3rd FALSE Case with Child Protective Services Against Me 30.04.2023

Episode 65 is my first solo episode in a while, and I’m here to discuss how my NEx is retaliating because I won’t abide to her demands. I talk about her scheduling my kids for sports during my parenting time, trying to extort me for more money, and worst of all, has opened a new case against me with Child Protective Services. If you'd like to be part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheG...

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