Secret Life
287 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 396 ratingsTell me your secret, I'll tell you mine — true confessions of love, sex, money, relationships, addictions, and hidden taboo topics that are often hilarious, uplifting, and hopeful. Hosted by best-selling author, actress, and coach Brianne Davis, the podcast offers a mix of guest interviews and topic-specific discussions.
Every Monday, listeners are invited to join Brianne as she pulls back the curtain and explores the how, what, when, where, and why of various subjects. Some episodes feature guests sharing their own secrets and stories, while in others Brianne takes a deep dive into a specific topic. Whether laughing, crying, or feeling inspired, each episode offers a revealing journey into the human experience.
Brianne's best-selling book, Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & Love Addict, a roman à clef novel based on a decade in recovery (with a dash of creative license), was launched in February 2021.
To share a secret or be a guest on the show, email [email protected] or visit www.secretlifepodcast.com.
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Julie Paulston: I've Had Two Abortions & Gave Up My Oldest For Adoption
May 30, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBWhether you're in the Pro-Choice or the Pro-Life camp, we at Secret Life believe that everyone has the right to their own beliefs, but no one has the right to tell a woman what she can or can not do with her body. Julie shares her honest and vulnerable story about her abortions, giving up her oldest son for adoption, and releasing the shame and guilt about those choices. On the road from addiction to recovery, we confront our past and take responsibility for our actions; Julie shares her jo...
Joe Pt. 2: From Sex Surrogate to Tantra Sex
May 23, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBSince recording the first episode (Ep #91), Joe stopped working with his sex surrogate, began dating, and joined a Tantra sex group. He's been developing a deeper level of intimacy with himself by being vulnerable with others and feeling an incredible sense of unconditional love for everyone on the planet. This episode is not only eye-opening, but a true testament, that change is possible and self-love is at the heart of it all. This is a follow-up episode to Ep #91 Joe: I Was a 36-Year-O...
Morgan: I Was a Therapist and Got Fired For Sleeping With My Client
May 16, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBBlinded by what she thought was love (she later discovered it was her Sex & Love Addiction), Morgan fell for a patient, broke the code of conduct, and ultimately lost her job when he threatened to sue the company. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the show email [email protected] _____ ...
Brianne & Mark: I’m Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde When I’m on My Period and Mark Can’t Fix It
May 09, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBBrianne has struggled with debilitating physical pain and cramps so bad she's laid up in bed three days a month since she was 13 and cannot function normally, accompanied by intense mood swings that often lead to incredibly dark thoughts. During this time of the month, Mark, a recovering co-dependent (Al-Anon), does his best to try and make things better, only to fail time and time again. In the episode, he reveals secrets about how he ties his self-worth to being Brianne's (and his mom's ...
Nicholas: I'm 34 and My Mom Still Kisses Me on the Lips
May 02, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBWhen should parents stop kissing their kids on the lips? A quick Google search shows there are people on both sides of the aisle. It wasn't what society said for Nicholas but how it made him feel when his mother still kissed him on the mouth as an adult. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the show e...
Liz: I'm Secretly A Pack A Day Smoker
April 25, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBLiz has been keeping her cigarette smoking a secret from friends, family, and co-workers for decades. Throughout the episode, Liz shares how the smoking (and the hiding of it) keep her unavailable in every area of her life, especially intimate relationships. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the sh...
Courtney: I'm Still Seeking My Dead Mother's Approval
April 18, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBGrowing up, Courtney's mother was often working two to three jobs and had to focus on her sister, who often acted out. So Courtney did her best to stay out of the way and not be a problem. The only problem was that they assumed she was fine and didn't receive the love and validation she truly needed. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ T...
Bianca: I Have Genital Herpes & So Do 491 Million Other People
April 11, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBThere's so much stigma around herpes that it's not surprising that Bianca didn't want to share that information with her partners. What is shocking is the number of people that ACTUALLY have herpes—An estimated 491 million people aged 15–49 (13%) worldwide have HSV-2 infection (HSV-2 is a sexually transmitted infection that causes genital herpes.) Like Brianne and Mark, Bianca has created multiple platforms to help others break barriers and bust through stigmas! In this episode, she courage...
Chris: I’m Ashamed of Being Asian & Can’t Break Up With My Tiger Mom
April 04, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBChris was born in China but grew up in the states in a primarily white community and was encouraged to be American and leave his Chinese culture behind. The only real exception was his Tiger Mom’s continuous control over him and his future. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the show email secretlife...
Kat: I Used Men on Social Media—I Sent Nudes, Videos & Had Sex for Money
March 28, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBSearching for attention and a means to support her daughter as a single mother, Kat put herself in situations that were not only dangerous, they prolonged and fed her alcohol and drug addiction. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the show email [email protected] _____ SECRET LIFE’S TOPI...
Paul Gilmartin: I've Struggled with a Video Game Addiction
March 21, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBIs Video Game Addiction Real? It’s great to do things you enjoy. But can you go too far with a hobby? And at what point does it become an addiction? That’s the question experts are trying to answer about playing video games. The World Health Organization added “gaming disorder” to the 2018 version of its medical reference book, International Classification of Diseases. But the American Psychiatry Association’s manual, the DSM-5, didn’t. (So far, gambling is the only “activity” listed as a p...
Dee: House of Secrets—BDSM, an Unknown Sibling & a Trans Dad
March 14, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBDee’s parents were victims of generational trauma and abuse that shut them off emotionally and held them back from living their truth. Dee’s is a story of forgiveness, her willingness to allow her son to be who he is, and the sadness for her father, who never allowed himself that freedom. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your s...
Joe: I Was a 36-Year-Old Virgin & Then I Got a Sex Surrogate
March 07, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThe more Joe looked at porn and the more deeply he got into those fantasies, the fantasy of porn became his reality, and the reality of having sex with another person became fantasy. There is so much to unpack in this episode. You’ll hear how through therapy, Joe discovered the hidden reasons for his sexual anorexia and how he overcame those fears and found himself with a sex surrogate. Surrogate Partner Therapy is a form of therapy based on the successful methods of Masters and Johnson. I...
Joe Pt. 1: I Was a 36-Year-Old Virgin & Then I Got a Sex Surrogate
March 07, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThe more Joe looked at porn and the more deeply he got into those fantasies, the fantasy of porn became his reality, and the reality of having sex with another person became fantasy. There is so much to unpack in this episode. You’ll hear how through therapy, Joe discovered the hidden reasons for his sexual anorexia and how he overcame those fears and found himself with a sex surrogate. Surrogate Partner Therapy is a form of therapy based on the successful methods of Masters and Johnson. I...
Susan: I Married a Narcissistic Sociopath
February 28, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBWhile still deep in her addiction, Susan married a sociopath and was trauma bonded with him for the first four years of her sober journey; he continued to drink daily while she focused on staying sober even through the abuse. Once she finally found the strength to walk away, her husband continued to stalk and harass her up until the day he decided to end his life. She shares her story today to help others that may be trapped in an abusive relationship or suffer from alcoholism. Her's is a me...
Jeff Newman: FEAR—False Evidence Appearing Real
February 21, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBAnother acronym for FEAR... F*ck Everything And Run. I think we can all relate to Jeff's story about his youth, unrequited love, anger, forgiveness, and transformation. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, depression or just feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the show email [email protected] _____ TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLU...
Jen Levin: The Horrors of Online Dating Pt. 2—Unavailable Men Need Not Apply
February 14, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBHEY SINGLE MEN - If you live near West LA and you're between 33 and 45 and you don't smoke and you don't have a cat and you're actually single and you're not going to send me a D*** pic and you're vaccinated... FIND ME! — Jen Levin Jen is back for a follow-up episode (Ep #83 The Horrors of Online Dating—D*ck Pics, Married Men & Ghosting) with even more outrageous dating stories and a beautiful vulnerability to share her truth. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction,...
Vicki Reece: I Let People Who've Wronged Me Live in My Head Rent-Free
February 07, 2022 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBWe all do it, don't we? Someone does something terrible to us, and we spend hours, days, months, sometimes even a lifetime thinking about this person; what they did, how they wronged us, what we would do when we see them again and let it taint our perception of our life. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a gu...
Will Marshall: I Was a Compulsive Man Whore
January 31, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of graphic sex, molestation, and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. Over-sexualized at a young age, Will was exposed to sexual content from his sister and had a grandmother that was sexually inappropriate with him in kindergarten. All of this, combined with parents and a community rooted in Christian beliefs and a solid church-going community, Will spiraled deeper and deeper into the depths of guilt and shame. _____ If you ...
Rivkah Reyes: I’m a Recovering Pathological Liar
January 24, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBRegardless of the situation, Rivkah's compulsive urge to lie about matters big and small started as early as first grade, from lying about a birthday to starring in the touring company of Les Misérables, and even sexual orientation. _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ To share your secret and be a guest on the show email secretlifepodcast...
Betrayed—I Was Molested & Threatened by My Best Friend & His Brother
January 17, 2022 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBTrigger Warning: This episode touches on the subjects of molestation, sexual assault, and trauma. Rick was 8 or 9 when he was betrayed by his best friend. He didn't feel he could tell his parents, and the friend he did share it with threatened to tell everyone. How much of that affected his relationships moving forward? Did you know one in six males are sexually assaulted before their 18th birthday? Unfortunately, many victims are reluctant to come forward due to cultural conditioning. R...
Jen Levin: The Horrors of Online Dating—D*ck Pics, Married Men & Ghosting
January 10, 2022 13:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode, our past guest Jen Levin (Ep #27 Living With Binge Eating Disorder), pulls back the curtain on the nine online dating apps she frequents. Hint... Bumble is her favorite. You're in for a treat; these stories are almost unbelievable! If you've used a dating app, you know the odds of having an ideal date are pretty slim. In fact, there's a pretty good chance that you're bound to have a few bad experiences. In 2020, data shows that over 270 million people were on dating apps, ...
Katie: Not Skinny Enough
January 03, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBStudies have shown that the majority of New Year's resolutions focus on weight loss and getting into shape, which can be triggering for those individuals who are struggling with an eating disorder or who are at risk of developing an eating disorder. Brianne and Katie look at social media's power on women, their bodies, and the drive to be sexually desirable. Katie shares how her eating disorder started when she was a college athlete and how she's changed her relationship with food. If you ...
Justin Purser: The Fear of Running Out of Time
December 27, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBIt's that time again, where we look at the past year and make New Year's Resolutions for the year ahead. Many of which we often can't or don't keep. Something that surfaced as a result of Covid-19 was the opportunity to take stock of our lives, our habits and make some changes if possible and desirable. Some people have changed their lives dramatically, sought help with addictions, dove into therapy, dropped old friends, and focussed more on being present. Justin shares his fears of not a...
Lindsay Pt. 2: An Emotional Affair Three Weeks After The Debt Was Discovered
December 20, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBFollow Up to Episode #77 - [Trigger Warning: This episode touches on the subjects of sexual assault and trauma.] Suppose you’re a long-time listener of the show. In that case, you know that often the initial secret the guest shares is just the tip of the iceberg. Many times, as Brianne asks the next question, more secrets (some buried for decades or thought would never be shared) are revealed. Lindsay was one of those guests. However, the disclosure came after the first episode was released...
Anna David: I Was A Sex & Dating Expert Who Had Awful Dates & Little Sex
December 13, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBFamed actor/director Stanislavski's "Magic If" describes an ability to imagine oneself in a set of fictional circumstances and to envision the consequences of finding oneself facing that situation in terms of action. In a way, that's what Anna David did when she wrote an article for Playboy magazine about sex and dating—because she didn't have much advice to give. Anna bravely shares how just "assuming the position" led to more articles, books, and a Playboy photoshoot. ______ If you or a...
Jason LaChance: The Secrets & Lies We Tell Ourselves
December 06, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBHow willing are we to change? And even when we become willing, is it possible to uncover those deep wounds that we've suppressed for sometimes an entire lifetime? Jason bravely shares some of the discoveries he's had regarding his first drink, sex and love addiction, and the challenges of becoming your authentic self. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcas...
Cyber Monday: I’m a Compulsive Shopper & Spender
November 29, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIt started with a credit card from Victoria's Secret, and before she knew it, Lindsay found herself with several credit cards, thousands of dollars in debt, and desperate to hide it all from her husband. The purchases weren’t extravagant or luxurious, just a coffee here, a lunch out here, a couple of tops at Target, and then, BAMM! Living a life of vagueness and fantasy comes at a price. Lindsay’s been attending Debtors Anonymous for seven months, hasn’t incurred any unsecured debt, paid off...
Lindsay Pt. 1: Cyber Monday — I’m a Compulsive Shopper & Spender
November 29, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIt started with a credit card from Victoria's Secret, and before she knew it, Lindsay found herself with several credit cards, thousands of dollars in debt, and desperate to hide it all from her husband. The purchases weren’t extravagant or luxurious, just a coffee here, a lunch out here, a couple of tops at Target, and then, BAMM! Living a life of vagueness and fantasy comes at a price. Lindsay’s been attending Debtors Anonymous for seven months, hasn’t incurred any unsecured debt, paid off...
Liz Svatek: I Cut Ties With My Toxic Sister
November 22, 2021 13:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIt’s never easy to cut someone out of your life. And when it comes to family, it’s especially hard to accept that a family member is creating so much stress, anxiety, and pain that you cant continue to have a relationship with them. Liz Svatek has had a toxic relationship with her sister for over 40 years and she finally realized she was hurting herself by not setting boundaries. People can change, but toxic people rarely do. They lack self-awareness and don’t take responsibility for their a...
My G-String Scholarship: Stripping To Pay For School
November 15, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBSometimes called The G-String Scholarship: College Students Strip to Pay Tuition Costs. College students say they make more than enough money to graduate debt-free. Young women in pursuit of a higher education use their stripper earnings to pay for tuition. Stripping to pay for school may sound like a cliché to some, but it was the fastest and easiest way for Celeste to pay for her teaching credentials. When Celeste moved to California, several courses didn’t transfer to get her California ...
Greg Safel: My Last Long-Term Relationship Was 24 Years Ago
November 08, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBWe all know a friend or family member who is single—but for the life of you, you can't understand why. They say they want to be in a relationship; they're attractive, fun to be around, passionate, loving, giving, and yet you can't figure out why they're still single. Guess what? They might not know either. So is there something deeper going on? What blocks might they have? You probably know someone who is Love Avoidant — someone who avoids and fears intimacy. Or a person with Sexual Anorexi...
Jill: I’ve Burned and Cut Myself Since 1st Grade
November 01, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBSecret Life was born out of the desire to help people realize that you are not alone. Jill dealt with a learning disability from an early age, that combined with the death of her friend’s mother and a teacher who told her she was stupid, she found comfort in cutting and burning herself. Decades later, she still battles the crippling voices and self-harm. Need help? Looking for some answers? Self-Harm Resource: Crisis Text: https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/self-harm/#what-is-self-harm...
I’ve Burned and Cut Myself Since 1st Grade
November 01, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBSecret Life was born out of the desire to help people realize that you are not alone. Jill dealt with a learning disability from an early age, that combined with the death of her friend’s mother and a teacher who told her she was stupid, she found comfort in cutting and burning herself. Decades later, she still battles the crippling voices and self-harm. Need help? Looking for some answers? Self-Harm Resource: Crisis Text: https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/self-harm/#what-is-self-harm-...
Adam Rose: Secret Fear of Death
October 25, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBYou’d never know that actor and TikTok star Adam Rose would be scared of dying. But ever since he can remember, he’s always had a hard time falling asleep at night without thinking of the endless ways he could die. This episode is another can’t-miss episode as Adam share’s some genuinely hilarious stories. If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ______ Find...
Confessions of a Shopaholic: I Wanted to be Pretty Woman
October 18, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBTrigger Warning - This episode briefly touches on sexual abuse. Teresa’s step-dad showered her with gifts from a young age, all of it to keep her quiet about the sexual abuse that went on for years. As she grew up and married, she found herself in a pattern of unhealthy relationships, resentments. Eventually, she would use money to punish the men for their behavior. With the help of Debtors Anonymous, Teresa was able to make amends and change her behavior and patterns. ______ If you or an...
I Was a Hollywood Gossip Columnist and Secretly Hated It
October 11, 2021 12:15 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBGrowing up with parents who were household names in celebrity news, Meg followed in their footsteps and worked for some of the biggest celebrity news and gossip outlets in Hollywood for over a decade and secretly hated it. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. ____ To find out more information about Brianne's book Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & ...
Adam Fout: The Whack-A-Mole Phenomenon—From Alcohol & Drugs to Food & Sex
October 04, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWhen you restrict on one type of addiction, you must watch for another addiction to take its place. It's a widespread occurrence that most addicts can identify with. Taking away the drink, drug or relationship isn't the solution; it only stops the destructive behavior. It's what's underneath the addiction and addressing the "why" that we start to heal. Like many people, there were addictions like food and sex that preceded the alcohol and drug addiction that happened later and were first add...
Amanda Montell - Groomed for Abuse: Love Bombing & Gaslighting
September 27, 2021 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBLove bombing is a common abuse tactic used by narcissists and sociopaths to manipulate situations to their advantage. It is the key gaslighting tactic in the Idealization phase of abuse, preceding the far more obvious Devaluation and Discarding stages. Amanda Montell innocently texted her friend’s older brother in Hollywood while she was in high school. What followed was a calculated and abusive relationship. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, traum...
Shane Michael Hatton: Secret Fertility Journey
September 20, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWhat do we hold to be true for ourselves? How do those beliefs affect how we share, communicate and process situations that happen in our lives? If I believe that I’m supposed to have children, and I don’t, then I’m a failure. If I believe I’m supposed to have a specific career or look a certain way, but I don’t, am I a failure? Brianne and Shane look at our core beliefs and how we will keep secrets from others instead of sharing our journey. The willingness to be seen in grief, to allow oth...
I Was A Paid Escort For Men In Hollywood
September 13, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MB“Everybody has sex,” says Rue. “The only difference is that I charged for it.” Rue was a sex worker in her early 20s, working for the madam of Heidi Fleiss. Even though that life is far behind her (she’s married and an educator now), she still firmly believes in the decriminalization of sex workers. It's estimated that there are at least 1 million prostitutes in the United States and 40-42 million worldwide. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma...
David Linaker: A Priest's Affair — Guilt vs. Shame
September 06, 2021 12:15 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBAlexander Pope wrote, "to err is human, to forgive divine." Sometimes forgiving ourselves can be the hardest thing to do. Guilt is a feeling you get when you did something wrong or perceived you did something wrong. Shame is a feeling that your whole self is wrong. Releasing shame and guilt involves learning to empathize and forgive. When you can forgive and care for others, you'll learn to care for and forgive yourself. David Linaker is a shingling example of that truth. Change and freedom ...
Jean McCarthy: The Secret Celebrity
August 30, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBBefore her recovery, Jean McCarthy ran a very successful and high profile business in her community. Even though she's helped thousands of people, written and published books, has a successful podcast with millions of downloads, almost nobody in her town has any clue. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. _____ Jean McCarthy is an award-winning bl...
Devyn & Jess: Getting Sober & Staying Together
August 23, 2021 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBGetting sober and maintaining sobriety while in a relationship can be a challenge. Both people getting sober, maintaining that sobriety, AND staying in the relationship are sadly not very common. Devyn and Jess share how they’ve grown together. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. _____ For more info on how to support Hope & Rescue and Recovery:...
Tawny Lara: Extreme Rage
August 16, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBRaised with an emotionally absent mom and a physically absent dad, Tawny Lara found herself self-medicating for years and acting out sexually. Gratefully, she found recovery and was able to look at her rage and confront it head-on. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. _______ Tawny is an NYC-based millennial who writes about the intersection of s...
Brianne & Mark: Year One Wrap Up
August 09, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOne incredible year and sixty-four episodes later, Brianne Davis and Mark Gantt discuss some of the takeaways they've had—the breakthroughs, the breakdowns, and the gratitude for this incredible journey. _____ TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE gratitude, attitude, self-care, body image, podcasts, self-love, addiction, recovery, sex & love addiction, taboo subjects, courage, freedom, and happiness. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse...
Dixie Perkinson - I've Slept With My Stalkers
August 02, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBDixie is back, revealing more secrets. What a perfect way to celebrate our first year of Secret Life and the 64th produced episode!! Dixie shares some truly unbelievable dating and sex stories in this hilarious episode that will have you on the floor laughing. Dixie Perkinson is an actress (Speechless, Wilfred) and writer (Eat My Prune) living in Los Angeles. You can connect with Dixie on Instagram. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual...
Dyxie - I've Slept With My Stalkers
August 02, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWhat a perfect way to celebrate our first year of Secret Life and the 64th produced episode!! Dyxie shares some truly unbelievable dating and sex stories in this hilarious episode that will have you on the floor laughing. ______ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. To find out more information about Brianne's book Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & Love Ad...
Kamala Jones: Fibroids—The Secret Women Don't Share
July 26, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBKamala Jones and Brianne Davis share their stories and struggle with fibroids and major surgery. Something that is very common, but rarely talked about. The National Institutes of Health estimates that 80% of all women will develop uterine fibroids at some point during their lives. Because many women don't experience any symptoms, it's possible the incidence of uterine fibroids is even higher. Fibroids are considered benign or noncancerous but can make life painful. Kamala Jones is a sitcom...
Jason Wahler: Secret Relapse, Guilt & Shame
July 19, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." — Confucius. Recovery from addiction is incredibly challenging. Taking away or stopping the drink, drug, food, person, cigarette, gambling, or sex doesn't make our problems go away. Instead, it shines the light on all those feelings we were trying to disconnect and numb ourselves from. In this episode, Jason Wahler shares his journey, the mishaps, and the miracles. _____ f you or anyone you know is struggling ...