Fear Me Out :: A Psychology Podcast

THE ART OF FEAR In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined by the retired extreme athlete, Kristen Ulmer whose Hall-of-Fame skiing career eventually led her to become an expert in managing fear and into a new profession of Zen Therapy. Kristen’s book; “The Art of Fear” was one of the first publications which challenged the popular opinion that fear can be overcome and introduced new concepts of how...

Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by Peter Melnick who followed his famous family’s roots into the music business and created his own success story not only professionally, but personally. Peter talks about how music played an integral role in shaping his life’s journey along with healing the trauma he encountered along the way. ( www.petermelnick.com )

"THE BEST WAY TO FIND YOURSELF IS TO LOSE YOURSELF IN THE SERVICE OF OTHERS” In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by, Kerri Murray who is the President of Shelter Box USA. Kerri discusses her organization’s global humanitarian mission and her transition from Pharma Executive to leading a Global Organization that services those in need during Natural Disasters, Civil Unrest and War. K...

“IT’S OK TO JUST FEEL OK” In this episode, Dana and Kim discuss the common myth that as humans we should consistently be happy. The media tells us this, advertisers sell us this, books convince us of this, and social media shows us this, but it’s not possible for us as humans to be a single emotion. Emotional Neutrality is what we should be striving for as our daily baseline in seeking joy and und...

Why having a mother that's your best friend and biggest cheerleader makes all the difference. On this special Mother’s Day episode, Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by friend of the podcast, Bryan Smith who shares with us the qualities that make his mother so special and why her infectious spirit and zest for life keeps her active, busy, and in-demand, even into her later 90’s.

In this episode, Dana and Kim are joined by native New Yorker and now Californian, Lauren Fisher. Her battle with weight issues while growing up eventually led her to a not-so-obvious career as an Associate Publisher and Fashion Director at multiple, well-known, high fashion publications. As a result of her experiences and her passion for human transformation and empowerment, Lauren now shares her...

"A hero is someone who, in spite of weakness, doubt, and fear, goes ahead and overcomes anyway”. Dana and Kim are joined in the studio by former professional athlete Derin Stockton who endured a 10-year legal battle to gain custody of his daughter through a court system that consistently fought him, experts that continually berated him, and a child’s mother whose own battle with mental illness cau...

Responsibility is accepting that you are the cause and solution of the problem. Dana and Kim are joined by in-studio guest, Matt Lowe whose loss of sight at age 16 derailed a promising U.S. National Hockey Team career, but it eventually led him to become a leader in Martin Luther King’s Poor People’s Initiative and also an advocate for Social and Community Justice Restoration on the Local, State a...

The Shared Death Experience is more about living than dying and how it allows one to share in the participation of a dying person’s transition to a post-mortem existence. Dana and Kim are joined by Simon and Schuster best selling author and psychotherapist, William Peters who own near death events eventually led him to become the foremost expert in The Shared Death Experience. At Heaven's Door &am...

Dana and Kim begin a discussion on the importance of using and trusting your intuition in not only managing your fear, but also guiding your everyday decisions in life.

Dana and Kim speak with Nancy Locke whose journey through life hasn't exactly taken a traditional path. Through addiction, complicated family relationships, and a high-profile marriage, she ultimately found sobriety, love, and the person within she was looking for. 

Dana and Kim discuss the recent invasion of Ukraine. We welcome guest Pausha Foley who grew up in Poland during the Cold War and how her perception of war is vastly different than what is portrayed via film and the media here in the West. Feelings and emotions that haven’t been felt in some thirty-two years are again in the forefront of her mind.

Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by Catherine Weissenberg who’s heightened intuitive skills led her down an uncommon path eventually becoming what she calls, a “Communication Facilitator”. She has shared her gift and writings with hundreds of people helping them connect with God, those that have passed, and with coma patients. She is also the co-author of a book called; “ Beyond Ever After: A Hea...

Dana and Kim begin an important discussion on the difference between Self-Help and Self-Culture / Conscious Introspection. While one can become toxic, the other can lead you to a life of greater fulfillment and purpose through the deep exploration of one’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual existence. About the Fear Me Out Podcast: Kim & Dana are the co-authors of a book by the same nam...

EP11: Dana and Kim continue their discussion on the Fear of Money and welcome into the podcast studio, Kevin Bourke, CFP. Kevin’s own journey with money began at an early age which eventually led him to his career as a Wealth Manager and the author of; “Make Your Money Last A Lifetime”. About the Fear Me Out Podcast: Kim & Dana are the co-authors of a book by the same name (Fear Me Out) that w...

EP10: Dana and Kim begin a two episode conversation regarding the Fear of Money and welcome into the podcast studio, Chris Young. Chris is a craftsman, businessman, surfer, husband, and father who grew up in an upper middle class family. Coming from means did not pave a smooth path to success. In fact, there were many bumps and turns along the way. So please join us as we speak with Chris regardin...

EP9: Dana and Kim are joined in-studio by David Langer, M.D. as they continue the discussion regarding the Fear of Taking on Other People’s Emotions. Dr. Langer is the Department Chair of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City and the Star of the Netflix Documentary-Series; “Lenox Hill”. Please join us as Dr. Langer discusses the myriad of feelings and emotions he navigates...

EP8: Kim & Dana go solo this episode and begin a conversation regarding the Fear of Taking on Other People’s Emotions. They discuss the fine line between Empathy and Martyr behavior and how taking on someone else’s pain, anger, sadness, or grief can lead to your own psychological demise and prevent you from living a self- fulfilling life. About the Fear Me Out Podcast: Kim & Dana are the c...

EP7: Kim and Dana continue to speak about the “Fear of Death” and are joined in-studio by; Dairine Pearson who through her own experience of facing the sudden and tragic loss of her father at an early age, set out on a healing journey that subsequently led her to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in grief and bereavement counseling for hospice patients and their families. Ab...

EP6: Kim and Dana continue their series on the “Fear of Death” and welcome into the podcast studio, Susan Saperstein, R.N. Susan’s career as a nurse spans some forty year’s including many years as a Hospice nurse working with pediatric patients and their families. Susan also has worked abroad and was an instrumental partner in establishing a Healthcare and Hospice center in Luanda Kenya. Susan bri...

EP5: Dana and Kim welcome into the studio Berkley “Augie” Johnson who along with his family suffered two horrific life events in the span of just two years. Listen as Augie describes what it’s like to lose a 19 year old son suddenly and tragically and then less than two years later, be swept from their home in the middle of the night by a natural disaster. This is a story of perseverance, hope and...

EP4: Dana and Kim continue their discussion on the importance of living an examined life and welcome in-studio guest Kami Craig who is a 2-time Olympic Champion and 3-time Olympic Medalist who’s success in sport hasn’t seamlessly translated to life after sport. Her perspective, vulnerability and genuineness makes this an enlightening conversation about the woman behind the medals. About the Fear M...

EP3: Dana and Kim welcome in-studio guest, Amy Cooper as they continue their discussion on the importance of living a self-examined life. Amy is a successful entrepreneur, business consultant and mother who has had the opportunity over the course of her life, through life's many trials and tribulations, to deeply explore her inner being and live an examined life. About the Fear Me Out Podcast: Kim...

EP2: Dana and Kim discuss the ins & outs of living an examined life and how ultimately it could be one of the greatest personal benefits to your life.    *Warning, this episode does contain graphic language and references of physical and sexual abuse.   About the Fear Me Out Podcast: Kim & Dana are the co-authors of a book by the same name (Fear Me Out) that will be released...

Welcome to the Fear Me Out Podcast with your hosts Kim Fauskee & Dr. Dana Saperstein EP1: Kim Fauskee & Dr. Dana Saperstein discuss why they wrote a book, who they are, how fear got a bad rap, and why managing your fear always beats trying to overcome it. "Fear holds you back. Intuition and faith push you forward." Kim Fauskee & Dr. Dana Saperstein are the co-authors of a book by the s...