Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

Kicking off this mind-blowing conversation, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Trauma Resolution Expert Michael Cortina , the creator of The Cortina Method. This groundbreaking, brain-based approach helps people heal trauma without reliving a single moment of pain . From frustration with outdated therapy models to developing a 90% effective trauma-healing process, Michael brings the kind of ho...

Kicking off this conversation with a story that reminds us what real resilience looks like, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with the extraordinary Virginia Oman, licensed clinical mental health therapist, mindset coach, and living proof that transformation is possible inch by inch. From losing her mobility and her music to rebuilding her life through intuition, movement, nature, and radical hope...

Kicking off Season 15 with a conversation that hits straight at the heart of what so many people silently struggle with, Dr. Melissa Dufrene joins us to unpack the mental noise, overwhelm, and emotional exhaustion that OCD and anxiety can create — and what becomes possible when someone finally gets the right support. From the battles people fight behind closed doors to the quiet courage it takes t...

We made it — Season 14 is officially in the books! In this special season-ender, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down to reflect on the incredible humans who opened their hearts, shared their truths, and reminded us that healing is anything but linear. This season was all about joy, boundaries, and the beautifully messy middle — the place where real growth happens. Together we laughed, cried, fangirl...

Trigger Notice This episode contains discussion of suicide, a suicide attempt, trauma, and themes of hopelessness. Please take care of yourself while listening. If you are in the United States or Canada and need immediate support, you can call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For listeners outside these regions, visit https://findahelpline.com for global crisis resources. From childh...

From bartending and modeling in New York City to becoming a Zen psychologist working with elite athletes, Dr. Pete Economou’s story is all about transformation, discipline, and radical self-awareness. In this honest and often hilarious conversation, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Dr. Pete to discuss healing from the inside out, breaking the stigma around men’s mental health, and finding pe...

When PMDD, shame, and self-silencing took over, Heather Hendrie discovered that laughter could be its own kind of medicine. In this raw and real conversation, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Heather — bestselling author and nature-based therapist — to talk about using humor, wilderness, and truth-telling to heal from the inside out. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads — a 2024 People’s Choice Po...

When burnout hit, former attorney Arlene Miller didn’t just slow down — she transformed her life. In this powerful episode, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Arlene to talk about identity loss, stress recovery, and what it really takes to lead and live from the heart. Together, they explore how letting go of ego and embracing love can turn chaos into calm and fear into focus. Sh!t That Goes O...

Trigger Notice: This episode discusses anxiety, burnout, and mental health crises. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. 988 (U.S. & Canada) — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Find a global helpline: https://findahelpline.com When anxiety and perimenopause collided, Melissa Crook’s body said “no more.” In this episode, Dirty Skittles and G-Rex sit down with the inspiring Me...

Ever wonder why haunted houses can sometimes feel like your own anxious mind? Today, Dirty Skittles and G-Rex sit down with the incredible Brenda Ganske , creator and host of Horrifying History — the show where history, science, and the supernatural collide. Together, we unravel how fear, empathy, and history intersect with mental health and anxiety. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads is a 2024 People...

Welcome to another episode of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads —the podcast where we stop pretending everything’s fine and actually talk about it. This week, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Jewell Hohman , a friendship and connection coach who proves that the antidote to loneliness isn’t another self-help trend—it’s learning how to build real human bonds. Jewell opens up about her journey thr...

Today on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads , we’re talking with the powerhouse that is B-Cide — rapper, producer, and Author of Myelin My Shoes . After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2011, B-Cide went from rocking stages to fighting for his health and sanity. But instead of giving up, he turned his pain into power — using music as therapy and mental resilience as his foundation. Rece...

In this episode of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads , Tabitha shares her perspective on living with trauma and her ongoing mental health recovery. The discussion covers therapy, dissociative disorder, communication challenges, and the importance of professional support. The show continues its mission to present authentic conversations on mental health topics. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads has reach...

Today on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads , G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with the unstoppable force that is Dyan — an artist, meditator, and self-proclaimed “witchy free spirit” who’s been living with rheumatoid arthritis for fifty years and still finds ways to laugh through it all. Dyan’s story is one of strength, humor, and pure heart. She talks about growing up wild in the ’60s, getting hit...

This week, we sit down with Joe McQueen , a powerhouse educator and mental health professional who’s spent over two decades working with youth that the world often turns away from. Joe doesn’t just talk the talk — he’s in the trenches daily , helping young people navigate trauma, crisis, and the messy reality of mental health struggles. As a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award winner (Best Health)...

Welcome to Season 14 of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads —and we’re opening with a powerhouse: Mayim Bialik . You know her from Blossom , The Big Bang Theory , and Jeopardy! , but in this conversation, she steps off the stage lights and speaks from the heart. This podcast is proud to be a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award winner (Best Health) and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award winner (Best Ment...

We made it — Season 13 is officially in the books! In this special season ender, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down to reflect on the incredible humans who shared their stories with us this season. This season has been about resilience, rediscovery, and purpose — all of us taking the hard sh!t life throws and turning it into something that helps others. That’s what makes Sh!t That Goes On In Our He...

Food is never the problem—it’s the solution to the problem. That’s the game-changing perspective Dr. Nina Savelle Rocklin brings to this episode of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads . A psychoanalyst, bestselling author, and podcast host, Dr. Nina has made it her mission to help people overcome binge eating and emotional eating by addressing what’s really going on underneath. We’re honored to bring y...

In this episode, Simon takes us inside his raw and remarkable journey of living with ADHD and autism — from 42 years of silence and memory loss, to discovering his inner voice “Mo,” to building strategies that help him and others thrive. We explore the impact of late diagnosis, the challenges of medication, the healing power of podcasting, and the unexpected ways light language is giving non-speak...

In Part 2 of our two-part conversation with Storm , we continue uncovering the raw, unfiltered truths behind surviving medical trauma, chronic illness, and emotional isolation — and how one woman pulled herself out of the darkest corners of her life to reclaim her voice, her joy, and her power. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads is proud to be the 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health a...

In this gripping first part of a two-part conversation, we sit down with Storm , a true survivor who endured a catastrophic spiral of chronic illness, medical gaslighting, emotional abandonment, and mental trauma — and lived to tell the story. This episode is a raw, unfiltered look into the devastating impact of fluoroquinolone toxicity , medical betrayal , and what happens when your support syste...

Episode Summary This powerful episode features Dr. Paul Corona, MD — known as The Doctor for Depression — who joins hosts G-Rex and Dirty Skittles for a deep conversation on mental health, suicide prevention, and the future of integrative care. With over 30 years of clinical experience and a mission rooted in compassion, Dr. Paul shares real-life stories, expert strategies, and a revolutionary min...

Kim Korte, creator of the Sensory Sync Method, joins us to discuss how understanding the "ingredients" of our emotions can transform the way we live, heal, and connect. From personal betrayal to emotional empowerment, Kim’s story is both relatable and transformative. She introduces listeners to the concept of interoception —our internal sense of emotion—and how to use it to reclaim emoti...

This powerful episode of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads brings you the raw, honest, and resilient story of Jennifer Ginty—entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and founder of My Moody Monster . Jen lives with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder stemming from childhood trauma, and she shares how she finally faced her emotional pain, built a healing team, and created tools to help kids and ad...

What does it really mean to choose peace—especially when it means letting go of family? In the final part of Susan Snow’s gripping three-part series, we witness the hard-won clarity that comes after trauma, truth-telling, and transformation. This conversation dives into toxic family dynamics, radical self-worth, and the freeing power of walking away from what no longer serves your mental health. S...