The Angry Therapist Podcast

Updated: 18 Jun 2025 • 1041 episodes
www.theangrytherapist.com

Audio-Only Episodes. Captain’s Log: No guests. No fluff. Just me, the mic, and whatever’s clawing at my insides. Think audio journaling meets back-of-the-bar confessions. Less psychobabble, more soul bleed. Raw, real, and mostly for me. Audio + Video Episodes. You ask, I riff. Therapy meets real talk. More structure, more insight, more of the good stuff on love, dating, and tools we need to build a healthy relationship. Awesome guests. Less navel-gazing, more crowd-serving. This one’s for you.

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Today, John speaks with Heather McGinley about the complexities of her relationship with her father, the weight of growing up in a large, tightly controlled family, and the delayed realizations of trauma that surfaced later in life. Heather shares how becoming a mother reshaped her understanding of consent, boundaries,

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Today, John answers five of the most common questions about relationships and emotional well-being, from daily reminders for self-healing to why we attract emotionally unavailable partners, the difference between love and attachment, and how to spot settling. Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE Jump into

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Today, John opens up about the emotional complexity of leaving Los Angeles for a new chapter in Costa Rica. He delves into the ideas of the "remembering self" and the "experiencing self," revealing how our memories often shape — and sometimes distort — the way we make decisions. I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bulls

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Today, John explores how love often uncovers unresolved wounds, revealing the deeper work still to be done. He emphasizes the value of peace in a relationship over the illusion of control, and champions vulnerability and trust as the cornerstones of a lasting connection. I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Det

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Today, John explores the vital role the nervous system plays in shaping our emotional health, relationships, and everyday experiences. He touches on how childhood experiences influence adult behavior, and practical techniques for nervous system regulation that foster healing and connection. I'm running a 7-Day "Done wi

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Nothing NEEDS to Happen

Today, John shares his revelation that 'nothing needs to happen' for happiness, and the shift from merely existing to truly living. Through anecdotes and reflections, he encourages listeners to embrace laughter, practice mindfulness, and engage with their community. I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Detox  —

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