Well, That F*cked Me Up! Surviving Life Changing Events.

Send us Fan Mail TW / CONTENT WARNING: Self Harm / Eating Disorders: Christina grew up with 7 siblings, in a fundamental Christian 'Cult', home schooled until she was 17 years old, and 'protected' from main stream media, pop culture, and rock music..! At just 13 her journey of self harm and bulimia would begin. In this raw and honest story, Christina discusses her trauma, and h...

Send us Fan Mail In this 20th episode special of Luke and Kyle's podcast, we discuss Robin's story of drug and alcohol excess, that nearly killed him at Glastonbury Festival! More so, we discuss 'the bigger picture' and why we feel the need to self medicate? Why do we run away from our thoughts and feelings? How can we become 'OK' with who we are? How can we believe i...

Send us Fan Mail Robin was from a 'normal' family, growing up in the Midlands in England through the eighties and nineties. He came out as gay in his late teens, and felt liberated. But, years of running away from his 'true self', would culminate in a shocking sequence of drug fueled events that would leave him minutes from death at Glastonbury Festival. 20 years on, Robin coac...

Send us Fan Mail For many of us, we may not even realize we are in an abusive relationship, until it's too late.  Kyle and Luke discuss the amazing strength that Christina needed to get away from her abuser. If you are in trouble, please seek help. Helpful Links from Christina: Christina's Website: https://christinahoag.com Domestic Violence and Abuse Helpline: https://thehotline.org Soj...

Send us Fan Mail CONTENT & TRIGGER WARNING: Discusses domestic abuse, domestic violence, emotional and physical abuse. This week's story plays out like a psychological thriller from the Hollywood archives. What would you do if 'the one' turned out to be manipulative. abusive, and violent, and would not let you leave!? This story takes courage, and as always, we focus on triumph...

Send us Fan Mail Luke and Kyle reflect on Kyle M's story! Wow. We discuss faith, fear of death, and the afterlife. Oh, and not giving a f*ck about your credit score!! Helpful Links from Kyle: Vanderbilt in Nashville: https://www.vanderbilthealth.com Medical Trauma: https://www.healthline.com/health/i-have-medical-ptsd Crisis helpline: https://www.calhope.org/ Articles: https://www.theatlantic...

Send us Fan Mail Kyle knew something was seriously wrong, in a panic, he drove himself to the ER, and woke up 17 days later. A huge medical event had left him in a coma, he had flatlined for 11 minutes, and his family had been called in to say goodbye. We discuss the events leading up to, during, and after this life changing experience. Its utterly unbelievable!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Mental Health awareness is such an important thing. A huge lack of understanding, and compassion, led to some seriously traumatizing situations in Lisa's Story. Next week, May 20th 2021, is Mental Health Action Day. Kyle and Luke are not experts, but we are learning a thing or two through these stories, and we hope you are too! Helpful Links from Lisa: Site: http://mindingmen...

Send us Fan Mail Lisa always knew there was something different about her son, then, one day, he was taken from her and placed in a Mental Care Facility against his will.  Unable to see him, and desperate for answers, she demanded action.  A story of a misunderstood child with bipolar disorder, turns into an emotional and inspiring tale of how we all can effect change! Go Lisa!! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail After an enlightening chat with Justin about the trauma's of being a child with an alcoholic father, Kyle and Luke discuss what really was said in that kitchen scene. How would you deal with something like that, would you be able to forgive as Justin did? So inspirational. Find Justin and his Movie! The Golden Age. Film: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M98K6NJ Facebook Film: htt...

Send us Fan Mail Justin was traumatized after growing up with an abusive, alcoholic Father. He needed to get his story out there, so, he made a movie! In 'The Golden Age' (Amazon Prime) Justin plays a musician, on a journey, to recover from his troubled past. This episode is a deep dive into emotional trauma caused by tough parental relationships. As always, focusing on hope, and triumph...

Send us Fan Mail Luke and Kyle summarize the  extraordinary events from Shelly's story.  We can't imagine what it must have been like for Shelly through all of the situations she endured. A story of survival and a message of hope for people out there who are going through similar darkness. Some helpful Links from Shelly: Domestic Violence https://www.thehotline.org/ Child Abuse https://w...

Send us Fan Mail The fact that Shelly is still here, is amazing. The fact that Shelly is telling her story to help others, is even more amazing.  A story of strength and courage through a life of unfathomable trauma. Domestic violence, abuse, rape, and the loss of her mother to cancer and later, her fiance to a gun. An incredible story.. TW / CONTENT WARNING: Abuse, rape, domestic violence, eating...

Send us Fan Mail There are a million reasons why we might be scared of love, especially if we have loved, and lost, in the past. In this after thoughts section, we discuss how to overcome our feelings of fear when it comes to letting down our barriers, and really allowing people in! Helpful links from Natasha and Jachym: Site: https://yourexceptionalrelationship.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.appl...

Send us Fan Mail TW: PARENTAL SUICIDE: When Jachym was 6 years old, his father committed suicide. The trauma meant he would never let anyone in for two decades, including his wife Natasha. One day,  as past emotions began to flood out, Jachym was finally able  to begin the healing and piecing together of his relationship with Natasha.. That, however, was just the beginning..  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Perspective, it's all about perspective. Luke and Kyle discuss the themes of resilience and perseverance that we heard in JoJo's story,  and we ask, just what does it take to rise above such a traumatic experience, and turn it into hope and positivity. Helpful links from JoJo: https://www.simplyjojomarie.com/ https://www.gavindashley.com/ Social: https://www.facebook.com...

Send us Fan Mail We love to focus on the resilience of the human spirit. Join us on JoJo Marie's journey through a life dominated by paralyzing fear, culminating in a critical and life-altering illness that left her bedridden for 1,460 Days! JoJo Marie shares her path from trauma and fear, to self-discovery and authentication, using the struggle of illness as a catalyst for real change in her...

Send us Fan Mail TW: Depression and Suicide: In this very open and honest re-cap of 'Justin's Story', Luke and Kyle get vulnerable. If we don't talk about our feelings, we can't start the healing process. Mental Health, and in particular depression related suicide,  should be a topic we can all feel comfortable discussing! Come on! We can do it! Helpful Links from Justin:...

Send us Fan Mail TW / CONTENT WARNING: Discusses depression and suicidal thoughts. From and early age, Justin wanted to be 'someone else'. His feelings of being worthless would lead him to start planning his suicide. A heartfelt story of living with undiagnosed clinical depression, and slowly losing a grip on reality. As addiction took hold, he nearly threw in the towel.  but one final s...

Send us Fan Mail Wow, what an episode! Kyle, also a boxing fan, talks about his love for training and how it serves as a form of release. What we are learning, is that It's never too late to face your past traumas and start living your life again.  There is help out there. We are not alone. Helpful links from Tiffanee: Website - https://www.tiffaneeandco.com.au/ Podcast - https://podcasts.app...

Send us Fan Mail Pure inspiration! Tiff lived in the fast lane, keeping as busy as possible, presenting a persona to others that she was 'OK'. Then, one day, while training for a corporate Boxing match, memories from past abuse came flooding back. Seemingly locked away forever, Tiff recalls the weeks of tears, the self awakening, and the strength she gained to face her fears. In this ext...

Send us Fan Mail Gosh. Where to start? Kyle's Story of sexual abuse as a child, was nothing short of incredible. We heard how he was somehow able to find light, at the end of a very long, very dark tunnel. We discuss his story, and offer some insight into my neighbor's vacuuming habits also! Helpful links from Kyle: https://www.rainn.org https://1in6.org https://www.nsvrc.org Our podcast...

Send us Fan Mail WARNING: Contains discussions about sexual abuse as a child, and sexual trauma.  This is a brave, honest and emotional story beginning when Kyle was just 6 years old. While we don't go into explicit details of the abuse, we advise listener discretion. The focus on this story, as always, is the journey of courage, hope, and triumph through adversity. We hear how Kyle survived...

Send us Fan Mail This one is good. Kyle brings some wonderful insights to the forefront as we discuss what gives someone the strength and courage to get back up, after they have been knocked down, time and time again. Oh, and watch out for the alligators! Helpful Links from Julie: https://www.redcross.org/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Sally Insta @divinephoenixrising Support the show

Send us Fan Mail It's 2020 and Hurricane Sally is about to hit Florida and Alabama, with devastating consequences. After breaking her arm and losing her job, there was more to come in Julie's life changing week, as hurricane Sally made landfall and flood water took everything, literally overnight. Julie's rise from the ashes, and  the work she is doing to help other women in need, i...