Natural Born Red Head

Join Shelly and Joanne as they dive deep into the complexities of family relationships, manipulative behaviors, and the challenges of dealing with lack of examination of self and loyalty. Wow, new and different…not. From sharing personal anecdotes about her former mother-in-law and adult children to discussing societal expectations and gender equality in psychological disorders, Joanne sheds light...

This episode also airs before Joanne is made aware that Coercive Control Litigation has been passed in several states and pending in others. Thank Buddha. Join Joanne in this episode of Natural Born Red Head as she dives deep into the complex world of covert abuse and the emotional turmoil in breaking free. With candid personal experiences and engaging dialogue, Joanne discusses the manipulation t...

Join Shelly and Joanne as they continue to bust moves to unravel the complexities of abusive relationships, the power dynamics of covert abuse, and the dark humor that helps them feel & process. From personal anecdotes to deep dives into psychological effects, they explore how standing up, confronting, and ultimately healing can sometimes feel like solving a mystery. Keep up as they dissect ho...

These episodes were taped prior to the “awakening” of what the “Bad Hostage” documentary offers. “Bad Hostage” exquisitely examines the origin of Stockholm needing to be revisited.  Join Joanne as she discusses the complex dynamics of Stockholm Syndrome in domestic, workplace, and abusive relationships. With personal anecdotes and vivid examples, Joanne delves into the psychological manipulation t...

Join Red Head and her favorite thought experiment buddy, Shelly, as they dive headfirst into heavy topics with a light touch. This week, they discuss future plans, Deep Brain Reorienting, and dealing with domestic Stockholm Syndrome.  Not the “woman falling for her captor” bullsh*t, but what one does/adopts to survive kind. Joanne also teases upcoming episodes focusing on rage in women, scapegoati...

In this candid episode, Joanne explores a variety of personal and professional challenges, from technology struggles and the impact of AI on different sectors, to the intricacies of successfully managing finances while being neurodivergent. Follow along as she touches on the importance of finding humor in adversity and discusses the potential and pitfalls of modern advancements. Additionally, the...

In this episode, Joanne continues weaving together themes of trauma, healing, neurodivergence, and self-understanding. Building on the week’s conversations, she reflects on how awareness – not perfection – becomes the turning point in recovery. This episode doesn’t aim to resolve everything. Instead, it reinforces the importance of naming patterns, trusting your internal experience, and staying pr...

Join Joanne as she takes you on a ride through her personal journey of therapy, trauma, and healing. From dealing with a challenged ex to navigating the complexities of therapy and even a stint in a psych ward, it's a story filled with hard societal realities and the massive humor required to process.. If you've ever wondered what it's like to be gaslit by a bagel-cutting expert or have a therapis...

In this episode, Joanne starts with a shoutout to Kourosh Ghaffari and his development of VOICY, a voice to text tool that simplifies usage within Atticus etc. She dives deep into her personal experiences with neurodivergence and the challenges of writing with a brain that wants to dissociate. Drawing inspiration from a Facebook conversation with an extraordinary Autistic writer, Joanne continues...

This episode begins a little differently than planned — a scheduled male guest cancels at the last minute due to legal issues involving a protective order from a woman.  Highlighting how men work hard to stay safe too.  Instead of pivoting away, Joanne leans in. She uses the moment to open a broader, deeply personal conversation about relational abuse and how it impacts people of all genders. Joan...

In this reflective conversation, Shelly and Joanne continue to explore grief, dissociation, and healing through the lens of awareness and consciousness. Joanne shares what it’s been like to slowly recognize long-standing family dynamics, multi-generational trauma, and the cost of not seeing herself clearly for most of her life.  Shelly does not reveal her intense trauma experiences, as still in th...

In this powerful episode, Joanne shares her experience navigating misdiagnosis, hospitalization, and the long road toward understanding her own brain - as doctors/therapists often fall short. She speaks openly about being mislabeled as bipolar, with no history, while the real roots of her symptoms/dissociation/rage — and her long term C-PTSD(I) diagnosis, went ignored/unacknowledged. Not to mentio...

This episode captures Joanne in the middle of emotional overload — grief, rage, confusion, and exhaustion all crashing in at once. She shares what it felt like to be misunderstood by her son, to stay engaged in therapy (that would betray her) while being on fumes, and to carry the weight of her mother’s end-of-life care. Joanne opens up about how substance use intersected with her grief, how her m...

In this emotional episode, Joanne opens up about her experience navigating grief alongside purposeful substance use and deep personal challenges. She reflects on losing her mother, using THC to spare grief but acknowledging undesirable known psychedelic effects, and the emotional chaos that unfolded while sharing a living space with a volatile roommate. The unfortunate experience she needed to fin...

In this raw and deeply personal episode, Joanne is joined by Shelly for support, as she shares parts of her story that have shaped her life in ways she didn’t fully understand until recently. She opens up about childhood abuse, alcohol usage, and complicated family dynamics that quietly (covertly) followed her into adulthood. Joanne walks listeners through the physical toll trauma took on her body...

In this episode, Jim Mendrinos and Joanne discuss the complexities of grief, rage, and the  journey through traumatic experiences. Jim shares his harrowing story of dealing with a severe concussion and the subsequent challenges he faced, including misdiagnosis and his recovery. He also talks about his career in comedy, touching on memorable interactions with legendary comedians and how he manages...

In this episode, Joanne and her guest Jim Mendrinos dive deep into the complexities of processing grief and finding solace through comedy. They share personal stories from their past, including Joanne's journey into stand-up comedy during a difficult time in her life and the beautiful, critical support she received from Jim. The discussion includes a candid recounting of a challenging dissociative...

In this episode, Joanne sits down with veteran comedian and writer Jim Mendrinos to explore his fascinating journey into his world of comedy. Jim shares his early love for stand-up, his experiences sneaking into comedy clubs as a teenager, and his transition into professional writing and performing. From his interesting family life and runaway adventures as a child to writing for legends like Joan...

In this episode, Joanne discusses the complex emotions associated with grief and love, and delves into her spiritual experiences, particularly those related to Mary Magdalene. She also shares her struggles with OCD and C-PTSD(I), reflecting on how these have impacted her life and creativity. Joanne introduces her upcoming guest, Jim Mendrinos, a comedian who has faced significant challenges follow...

In this episode of Red Head, Joanne discusses the concepts of grief, consciousness, and joy, along with a loverly description of the sixth dimension. She delves into Sue Crielaard's writing on achieving 6D consciousness, emphasizing the importance of connecting with the higher self. Joanne also outlines seven soul archetypes, drawing connections to Carl Jung's theories and exploring the significan...

Join Joanne on this episode of Natural Born Red Head as she delves into the complexities of grief, the nuances of psychology, and the impact of covert abuse. Joanne shares her personal journey with therapy, childhood wounds, and the challenges of estrangement, while exploring the roles of labels, neurodiversity, and the potential of AI in psychological healing. Tune in for a candid conversation th...

Join Shelly and Joanne as they delve into the complex interplay of grief, consciousness, and healing. In this episode, they discuss their personal journeys and how trauma can lead to enhanced spirituality and intuition. They reference influential thinkers like Thomas Campbell and Carl Jung, explore the role of psychedelics, and share experiences with meditation and accessing the larger consciousne...

Join Tom and Joanne as they touch on pertinent topics like grief, vulnerability, and the unconscious self-sabotage encountered in relationships. They explore spirituality, sexuality, the dynamics of post-divorce dating, and the fundamental differences in how men and women perceive and interact. Tom shares insights into his personal experience and addresses how differing communication styles and pr...

In this episode, Joanne speaks with Tom Bucsku about the profound journey through grief to consciousness. They discuss their spiritual experiences, including encounters with spirit guides and utilizing techniques to remove trapped emotions. Tom elaborates on the importance of inner work and how it relates to deeper human connections. The conversation also touches upon the impact of trauma on sexua...

In this episode, Joanne welcomes dating coach Tom Bucsku to discuss the profound and multifaceted journey of KunTalini awakenings. They delve into personal accounts of spiritual experiences, energy work, and the connection between sexual energy and spiritual awakening. Tom and Joanne share their unique perspectives on the transformation that comes from such awakenings, including the shifts in cons...