Fear Me Out :: A Psychology Podcast

“PEOPLE DON’T COME TO THERAPY TO CHANGE THEIR PAST, BUT TO CHANGE THEIR FUTURE” In this episode, Dana and Kim discuss in detail their personal experiences with talk and hypnotherapy and how through the use of these modalities their lives changed both personally and professionally. They also discuss the who, what, why, and how of these therapies and how they potentially can assist you in finding yo...

“HEALING IS AN ART. IT TAKES TIME, IT TAKES PRACTICE. IT TAKES LOVE”. Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by guests; John Smith and Timo Caspian. This conversation centers around the use of plant / earth based medicines when traditional pharmacopeia doesn’t work. John spent years suffering with depression and was treated with multiple medications that only provided minimal relief. This past year he...

“SURVIVAL IS ABOUT THE FIRE INSIDE OF YOU BURNING BRIGHTER THAN THE FIRE AROUND YOU” Dana and Kim are joined by, Synthesis CEO, Rachel Aidan. Rachel’s story is unique. Her meteoric rise to success started with shocking beginnings. She was raised by religious extremist parents, was exposed to group ritual sexual abuse, had two siblings pass, raped, had an abortion, two suicide attempts, and became...

“HEALING IS A JOURNEY, NOT A DESTINATION”. In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined by Psychedelic Journey Facilitators, Michael and Naomi Sparrow. Michael and Naomi are degreed professionals who have practiced the art of Psychology and Spirituality for many years. During the past few years, they have facilitated the continued healing journey for many people through the use of MDMA, LSD and Psiloc...

“NARCISSISTS DON’T CO-PARENT. THEY COUNTER-PARENT”. Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by a friend of the podcast, Patrick Woods who experienced firsthand the effects of parental alienation at the hands of a narcissistic father. This had a profound effect on Patrick, especially through adolescence which included bouts of significant depression and suicidal thoughts. Patrick is unique in the fact th...

“THERE IS NO GREATER AGONY THAN BEARING AN UNTOLD STORY INSIDE OF YOU” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined by Sexual Abuse Survivor, Ann Burridge who suffered years of sexual abuse from her step-father beginning as a young child. Like many victims where abuse began early in life, Ann was not only confused by her step-father’s actions, but also found a level of pleasure in performing them alon...

“THE SCARS YOU CAN’T SEE ARE THE HARDEST TO HEAL”. In this episode, Dana and Kim discuss the long-term psychological effects of sexual abuse and how it defines you as a person going forward. If left untreated, many will develop unhealthy habits and patterns that will not only affect their health and mental well-being but will also block them from having robust intimate relationships with the oppos...

“FORGIVENESS IS A GIFT THAT YOU GIVE TO YOURSELF” Dana and Kim discuss if forgiveness is actually something real or is it a conditioned response that has become a pleasantry in everyday life. The foundations of forgiveness go back centuries and have different meanings depending on the origin. Can you actually forgive and forget or is it ingrained in your conscious thus permanently changing the rel...

“LOVE IS LIKE A LOST OBJECT, IT WILL SHOW UP IN THE MOST UNEXPECTED WAY” Dana and Kim are joined by co-host, Justine Hamilton and special guest, Katy Clark who is a So. Ca. based Dating Coach and Matchmaker who the LA Times proclaimed as the; “Jane of all Trades”. Katy’s no non-sense approach to dating and relationships utilizes old school rules with a new school approach. She also discusses what...

“A HEALTHY PARENT DOES NOT TAKE THEIR CHILD’S RIGHTS AWAY OUT OF HATE AND ANGER FOR THE OTHER PARENT”. Dana and Kim are joined in the studio by Kristi Miller, LMFT author of; “Establishing Boundaries with Kids” whose therapy practice solely works with families navigating parent/child issues. Parental alienation is a strategy whereby one parent intentionally displays to the child unjustified negati...

“IT TAKES MORE THAN JUST LOVE AND PASSION FOR A RELATIONSHIP TO WORK” In this episode, Dana and Kim explore the concept of why love is not enough to sustain a relationship and what other characteristics are needed for a healthy, long-term relationship. They also discuss whether Pure or True Love, is actually a myth or is humanly possible.

“THERE’S A REASON WHY TWO PEOPLE STAY TOGETHER. THEY GIVE EACH OTHER SOMETHING NO ONE ELSE CAN”. Dana and Kim are joined by Roger and Marrie Reaves who’s love story began some 60 years ago. There are some stories you just can’t make up. This is one of them. Roger was business partner’s with Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Drug Cartel transporting by air tons of Marijuana and Cocaine over a handful...

“HONEST COMMUNICATION TO A RELATIONSHIP IS LIKE OXYGEN TO LIFE. WITHOUT IT…..IT DIES.” In this episode, Dana, Kim, and Special Guest Host, Justine Hamilton talk about the foundation of healthy communication and how this either makes or ultimately breaks a relationship. This discussion centers around the necessary traits one must have to communicate effectively and how open, honest, and respectful...

“CONNECTION IS THE ENERGY THAT IS CREATED BETWEEN PEOPLE WHEN THEY FEEL SEEN, HEARD, AND VALUED" In this episode, Dana and Kim welcome to the podcast studio, Dave and Marla Yukelson whose over 50-year romance / relationship began when both were in high school. They both eloquently explain how their relationship has evolved over the years through cross-country moves, careers, and children. Dave and...

Inside this episode, Dana and Kim explore why some people consciously choose to get in the way of what could be a good thing. Whether this be fear, poor self-esteem, trust difficulties, unrealistic expectations, or poor relationship skills, people sabotage their romantic relationships for the sole purpose of protecting themselves. Dana and Kim provide insight on how to develop and foster a healthy...

“TRAUMA MAY HAPPEN TO YOU, BUT IT CAN NEVER DEFINE YOU” Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by Olympic Medalist, Entrepreneur, Artist / Designer; Caroline Burckle whose trip to athletic glory came with a huge price through no fault of her own. Caroline shares with us her very personal story of being objectified and abused by those she admired and looked up to and how these actions took a toll on her...

"WHEN YOU GO LOOKING FOR RESCUE, YOU END UP TRAPPED IN YOUR OWN WEAKNESS” Dana and Kim discuss a common relationship issue called; Rescue Fantasy”.  This is where rescuers and victims often find each other. Rescuers often fail to realize what price tag they are unconsciously attaching to their help in order to make themselves feel important and worthy of love. Rescuers have trouble knowing wh...

“LOVE MEANS GETTING BETTER TOGETHER” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by Meredith Baxter and her wife, Nancy Locke. Both Meredith and Nancy offer a candid and vulnerable insight into their relationship and how they found authentic love later in life. Through adversity, public perception, trauma, and fear, their relationship has not only endured but continues to evolve and get bet...

“CONNECTION IS THE SINGLE BIGGEST NEED FOR A PHYSICAL HUMAN” In this episode, Dana and Kim discuss the difference between healthy and unhealthy dependency. While one leads you to take on the emotions of others and sacrifice personal autonomy to avoid feeling abandoned, the other leads you to a life of greater fulfillment, intimacy, vulnerability, accomplishment, and self-worth. They also debunk th...

“EMOTIONS ARE TEMPORARY STATES OF MIND. DON’T LET THEM PERMANENTLY DESTROY YOU” Dana and Kim discuss the most common personality disorders within society today. Research shows that over 10% of the adult population suffers from some kind of personality disorder even though those numbers are probably much higher. Many of us have had someone in our lives that has been afflicted by one or more of thes...

“MUSIC IS WHAT FEELINGS SOUND LIKE” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by Sofia Schuster who suffered from paralyzed vocal cords at birth and wasn’t able to utter a sound for the first three months of her life. At age 3, she discovered music which eventually led her to the stages of American Idol and entrance into the prestigious Interlochen Center for the Arts. Sofia’s talent for...

“YOU HAVE TO KNOW THE PAST TO UNDERSTAND THE PRESENT” On this special 30th episode, guest host and friend of the podcast, Justine Hamilton sits down with both Dana and Kim to find out more about their lives, how they’ve overcome obstacles along the way, what holds them back now, and their mission of helping others understand how to manage fear and the ability to achieve emotional neutrality.

“STIGMA IS A PROCESS BY WHICH THE REACTION OF OTHERS SPOILS NORMAL IDENTITY” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by Leslie Zemeckis who is an; actor, author, documentarian, mother, and the wife of an Academy Award-winning Director. Her storytelling of stigmatized and marginalized women has won numerous awards and has broken the stereotypical understanding and image of...

“THE ONLY JOURNEY IS THE ONE WITHIN” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined by musician, Glen Phillips who is known to many as the front man for the band, Toad the Wet Sprocket and also through his own successful solo career. Fame found Glen early on and he's been trying to make sense of it ever since. This interview goes deep into the subjects of; fame, love, faith, spirituality, and the contin...

"INSIDE EVERY SELF-MADE MAN IS A FEARFUL KID WHO FOLLOWED HIS DREAMS” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined by Florida native, Omar Medrano who can be described as a modern-day Horatio Alger story. Omar grew up in Miami the only child of a single mother. He lacked self-confidence and allowed fear and anger to hold him back. It wasn’t until after college and through a series of jobs that Omar be...