Podcast
Judging Meghan
Hosted by Cloud10 · EN
Every week, host Meghan Judge sits down with guests to explore the real stuff—navigating grief and loss, embracing aging with more grace and less judgment, working through relationship challenges, and finding ways to make the world a little brighter. Past guests include Dr. Nadine Macaluso (as portrayed by Margot Robbie in "The Wolf of Wall Street"), Ariana Kukors-Smith (Olympic Gold Medalist), Elisa Donovan (Author & Actress), Marianne Williamson (Author & Activist), Nikki DeLoach (Actress & Philanthropist), Candy Finnigan (Addiction Specialist, Star of A&E’s, Intervention) Diane Foley (Activist & Mother of Slain Journalist James Foley), Will Jimeno (Author, 9/11 Survivor & Port Authority Officer) and many more.
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No One Is Alone | Healing Through Grief, Trauma, and Complex PTSD
Mar 2400:38:44Tap to summarizeIn this deeply personal solo episode I share my story of being diagnosed with complex PTSD in 2020 and how it connects back to the trauma and loss I experienced as a child, including the death of my sister when I was just two years old and losing my father at thirteen. I talk about the anxiety, guilt, and confusion that followed me growing up, and how those early experiences shaped the way I see myself, my relationships, and the world. This episode is about more than just my past. It is about what it looks like to live with complex PTSD as an adult, the quiet ways it shows up, and the moments that can feel overwhelming and isolating. I share honestly about my struggles with mental health, including times I have felt hopeless, and what it has taken to keep going even in the hardest moments. Throughout this conversation, I speak about the importance of empathy, connection, and being honest about the hard things so many of us carry. In a world that feels especially heavy right now, this is an important conversation to have, one that reminds us we are not alone in what we’re feeling. This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor MentalHealthAwareness #ComplexPTSD #TraumaHealing #GriefJourney #HealingOutLoud #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma #EmotionalHealing #AnxietySupport #DepressionAwareness #TraumaRecovery #InnerHealing #SelfHealingJourney #RealTalk #VulnerabilityIsStrength #MentalHealthMatters #GriefSupport #HealingJourney #PodcastLife #StorytellingHeals #SpeakYourTruth #SurvivorStory #KeepGoing #HopeAndHealing #HumanConnection #EmpathyMatters #HardConversations #LifeAfterLoss #HealingInProgress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Carrying Love Forward: Grief, Memory, and Connection with Author and Radio Personality Nancy Howard Cobb
Mar 1701:04:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode I welcome author and radio personality Nancy Howard Cobb for an honest conversation about grief, loss, and the ways we continue to carry the people we love after they are gone. Nancy’s book In Lieu of Flowers: A Conversation for the Living is being rereleased 25 years after its original publication, bringing its message about grief, storytelling, and human connection to a new generation. Together we explore the idea that grief is not something we “get over,” but something we move through. Nancy shares why she has always rejected the idea of closure, believing instead that relationships do not end with death but simply change. Through memory, storytelling, and the small moments that reconnect us to those we have lost, the bonds we share continue to live on. Our conversation also touches on spirituality, hospice care, and the sacred moments that often surround the end of life. Nancy reflects on caring for her mother through hospice and the powerful realization that birth and death are deeply connected experiences. We talk about how spirituality can take many forms and how, for many people, believing that our loved ones remain with us in some way offers comfort, meaning, and hope. Throughout the episode we reflect on the importance of empathy, compassion, and human connection in a world that can often feel overwhelming and divided. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do for one another is simply listen. A conversation, a shared memory, or a moment of kindness can remind someone they are not alone in their grief. Learn more at: https://www.nancyhowardcobb.com/ Follow Nancy here: https://www.instagram.com/nancyinconversation/ This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #GriefJourney #LivingWithLoss #HealingThroughGrief #GriefAwareness #LossAndLove #RememberingLovedOnes #SignsFromBeyond #CarryThemWithYou #LoveBeyondLoss #StoriesThatHeal #JudgingMeghan #PodcastConversations #HeartfeltTalks #StorytellingHeals #ListenAndReflect #SpiritualConnection #LifeAfterLoss #CompassionAndEmpathy #GriefAndHope #EmotionalHealing #BereavementSupport #MemoryAndLove #HopeAfterLoss #NavigatingGrief #HealingTogether #LifeAndLoss #SharedHumanity #SignsOfLove #HonoringTheDeparted #MindfulHealing #EmbraceTheJourney #LivingFully #SpiritualHealing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Healing Starts with Connection: Mental Health, Relationships, and Finding Hope with Therapist, Relationship Coach, and Author Carolyn Sharp (Revisited from 12/2024)
Mar 1000:59:57Tap to summarizeIn this revisited episode originally recorded in 2024, I sit down with licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and relationship coach Carolyn for a powerful conversation that touches on the intersection of mental health, relationships, and personal healing. Carolyn brings raw insights from her work with couples navigating challenges like infidelity, addiction, and the complexities of co-parenting, particularly in the wake of difficult times like the pandemic. We explore the emotional intricacies of communication, the importance of avoiding judgment, and the need for curiosity when things feel overwhelming. Together, we talk about the mental health crisis impacting so many lives, highlighting the challenges of accessing affordable care and the tragic consequences of untreated emotional pain. Carolyn shares her expertise on how chronic stress, trauma, and emotional trauma can impact not only our mental health but also our physical health and relationships. She also offers practical strategies for fostering open communication, embracing vulnerability, and rebuilding trust. As we talk about navigating grief, loss, and the emotional ups and downs that come with life’s transitions, Carolyn reminds us that healing is a process—one that takes time, patience, and support. Whether you're coping with the aftermath of trauma, facing difficulties in your relationships, or simply seeking inspiration to reclaim your power and live a thriving life, this episode is filled with hope, wisdom, and encouragement. We also take a sneak peek at Carolyn's upcoming book ‘Fire It Up: Four Secrets to Reigniting Intimacy and Joy in Your Relationship’, offering tools for building stronger relationships and deeper connections. Plus, Carolyn shares advice for navigating the holidays, especially if you’re facing your first holiday without a loved one or dealing with a tough life transition. If you're ready to break through barriers, reconnect with your power, and create meaningful relationships, this episode is for you. Find out more about Carolyn here: https://www.secureconnectionsretreats.com/carolyn-sharp and preorder her upcoming book Fire It Up here: https://www.secureconnectionsretreats.com/thebook This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #resilience #traumahealing #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #podcasts #overcomingchallenge #support #healing #author #comunication #rebuilding #connection #holidays #inspiringconversations #fireitup #relationships #carolynsharp #healing #therapy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Living With Anxiety: Trauma, Panic, and the Journey Back to Yourself with Anxiety Specialist and Psychiatrist Dr. Tracy Foose
Mar 300:59:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode I sit down with anxiety specialist and psychiatrist Dr. Tracy Foose for a raw, compassionate, and deeply human conversation about trauma, panic, healing, parenting, identity, and learning to live alongside anxiety instead of fighting it. Dr. Foose brings extraordinary insight into what anxiety truly is, why our brains react the way they do, and how reframing anxiety as a protective force rather than an enemy can transform the way we heal. Our conversation also covers womanhood, identity, and the pressure to fit in, succeed, and be perfect. From Dr. Foose’s journey from aspiring surgeon to psychiatrist, to my own winding path from actress to sales to podcast host, we explore how terrifying and liberating it can be to change direction and give yourself permission to choose a new path. We reflect on how women carry immense expectations and judgment, often internalizing pressure that quietly fuels anxiety and self doubt. We also speak candidly about parenting in an anxious world, especially the heartbreak and fear that comes with raising teenagers in the age of social media, constant comparison, and nonstop exposure to danger and tragedy. As a mother, I share the emotional struggle of letting go, trusting your child’s independence, and learning how to balance protection with freedom. Dr. Foose offers grounding wisdom on how modeling vulnerability, honesty, and bravery helps children feel safer, stronger, and more capable of navigating their own anxiety and emotional challenges. Learn more at: https://www.drfoose.com/ This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #AnxietyAwareness #TraumaHealing #ComplexPTSD #HealingJourney #Anxiety #YouAreNotBroken #PanicDisorder #TraumaRecovery #EmotionalHealing #TracyFoose #MentalHealthMatters #LivingWithAnxiety #SelfCompassion #HealingNotHustle #Resilience #HopeAndHealing #TherapyTalk #Psychiatry #HealingTogether Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Creating Your Own Break: Resilience, Risk, and Reinvention with Stand-Up Comedian Max Maisel
Feb 2401:00:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode I sit down with stand-up comedian Max Meisel who's currently touring with fellow comedian Tom Arnold for a candid, funny, heartfelt, and deeply insightful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what it really means to bet on yourself when life forces you to start over. Max shares his journey from the East Coast to Los Angeles, navigating the uncertainty of acting, the isolation of COVID, and the emotional toll of chasing success in an industry built on rejection. We dive into the pressure of auditions, the fear that every opportunity could change your life, and how that mindset can sabotage both confidence and performance. Max reflects on hitting his breaking point, letting go of desperation, and choosing himself by taking creative risks and building his own comedy shows from the ground up, transforming frustration into opportunity and momentum. We talk about the deep hunger for real community and connection, and how Max’s shows have evolved into a space where laughter, vulnerability, and human interaction collide. This episode is about survival, reinvention, courage, and choosing to build the life you want instead of waiting for permission. Whether you are navigating trauma, chasing a dream, rebuilding after disappointment, or simply trying to make it through the day, this conversation is a reminder that your story matters, your voice deserves to be heard, and it is never too late to start again. Want to see oneof Max’s shows? You can learn more on his instagram https://www.instagram.com/maxmeisel86/?hl=en or website! https://www.maxmeisel.com/ This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #TraumaHealing #Comedy #MaxMeisel #Resilience #Reinvention #StartingOver #PersonalGrowth #ChasingDreams #BetOnYourself #DealingWithRejection #CreativeJourney #LifeLessons #StandUpComedy #ComedianLife #TomArnold #CreativeRisk #Dating #ArtistsOnInstagram #CreativeCommunity #Laughter #Community #vulnerability Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Sitting With the Hard Stuff: Trauma, Healing, and Finding Peace with Author and Activist Oneika Mays
Feb 1701:01:30Tap to summarizeThis episode I’m joined by meditation and yoga teacher, activist, and author of ‘Sit with Me : A No BS Journey to Mindfulness and Meditation’ Oneika Mays for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about trauma, anger, justice, burnout, and what it really means to find peace in a world that often feels overwhelming and unjust. Together, we explore emotional exhaustion, resilience, mental health, and the toll of witnessing injustice in real time, while searching for ways to stay grounded, present, and human. Onika shares her journey through sexual trauma, suicidal ideation, hospitalization, and the long road toward self-compassion and healing, as well as her work teaching mindfulness inside Rikers Island. We talk about incarceration, systemic harm, moral conflict, and why safety sometimes has to be built internally when external safety does not exist. We also challenge toxic positivity and the idea that healing should look the same for everyone, reminding ourselves that meditation is not about quieting the mind, but about making peace with the one we already have. This episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe, and remember that your feelings make sense. If you are exhausted, overwhelmed, grieving, angry, or struggling to hold onto hope, you are not alone. Healing does not require perfection or calm. You are allowed to be human, complicated, and still worthy of care, compassion, rest, and connection. Found out more about Oneika and purchase her book on her website: https://www.oneikamays.com/ Follow Oneika here: https://www.instagram.com/oneikamays/?hl=en This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #TraumaHealing #ComplexPTSD #MentalHealthMatters #HealingJourney #Mindfulness #Meditation #YogaLife #EmotionalHealing #SelfCompassion #InnerWork #TraumaRecovery #GriefAndHealing #AngerAndGrowth #FindingPeace #Resilience #EmotionalWellbeing #HealingTogether #YouAreNotAlone #SlowHealing #HumanFirst #GentleHealing #HealingInProgress #MentalHealthAwareness #OneikaMays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Choosing Empathy Over Fear: Grief, Courage, and the Power of Community with Tanya Monaghan & Luisa Cabrera Faist
Feb 1001:13:31Tap to summarizeIn this deeply important episode I am joined by two incredible women and dear friends, Tanya Monaghan and Luisa Cabrera Faist, for a powerful and honest conversation about community, courage, and using our voices. Together, we share how South Bay Takes a Stand began as a small idea and grew into a grassroots movement that brought thousands of people together through candlelight vigils and peaceful marches rooted in empathy and solidarity. Standing before a sea of faces became a moment none of us will ever forget, a reminder that even in dark times, collective courage can spark real change. Luisa reflects on growing up as the daughter of an immigrant and how witnessing ICE activity in our own neighborhoods became a catalyst for action, while Tanya shares her experience as an immigrant from South Africa and how the current political and social climate echoes the early warning signs she witnessed during apartheid. We talk candidly about the heartbreak of watching families torn apart, children living in fear, and communities divided, and why this moment must transcend political parties and center on humanity, dignity, and justice. This episode is about grief, trauma, activism, and healing, but at its core, it is about connection. It is an invitation to lean into empathy, use your voice, and choose courage over silence. Whether you are navigating loss, trauma, exhaustion, or a sense of helplessness in a heavy world, I hope this conversation reminds you that you are not alone, that your story matters, and that even in the darkest moments, there is still light to be found. Follow Tanya here: https://www.instagram.com/tanya.monaghan/ Follow Luisa here: https://www.instagram.com/therevecollective/?hl=en Want to learn more about South Bay’s efforts to support democracy follow here: https://www.instagram.com/southbaytakesastand/ This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #ChoosingEmpathy #CommunityHealing #GriefAndHope #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #CollectiveCare #WomenSupportingWomen #FindYourVoice #HealingJourney #Resilience #ChooseKindness #HumanConnection #HopeInHardTimes #EmpathyOverFear #CommunityPower #TraumaRecovery #SpeakUp #YouAreNotAlone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Letting Go of What Drains You and Coming Back to Yourself with Therapist and Author Kate King
Feb 300:47:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m joined by Kate King, a licensed counselor, board certified art therapist, and author of Mend or Move On. Kate brings such a compassionate, steady presence as we talk about healing through creativity, grounding in nature, and the quiet ways we carry those we have lost. We reflect on how heavy the world feels right now, and why kindness and support matter more than ever. Kate shares why she focuses on Internal Family Systems therapy, also known as parts work, and how healing doesn’t have to come from shame or the belief that something is wrong with you. We talk about the true Self, the protective and wounded parts we all carry, and how art therapy can help us gently understand what lives inside us. Kate also explains her work around boundaries, emotional safety, and what it means to give yourself permission to step back from relationships that harm you. We close with one of the hardest truths: sometimes closure isn’t possible, and safety has to come first. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen to your body, and remember that healing is not a performance, it is a process. Whether you are grieving, carrying trauma, trying to mend, or learning how to move on, I hope this episode reminds you that support exists, there is still light ahead, and you deserve to feel safe, seen, and held as you keep going. You can purchase Kate's books on Amazon or at your local bookstore! This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #KateKing #MendOrMoveOn #TraumaHealing #ComplexPTSD #HealingJourney #InternalFamilySystems #PartsWork #IFStherapy #ArtTherapy #NervousSystemHealing #EmotionalSafety #ToxicRelationships #FamilyEstrangement #SettingBoundaries #SelfTrust #GriefHealing #TraumaRecovery #HealingIsAProcess #ComingBackToYourself #MentalHealthPodcast #TherapyTalk #SelfWorth #ChoosePeace #YouAreNotAlone #GroundingPractices #HealingThroughCreativity #ProtectYourPeace #LettingGo #HopeAndHealing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The GLP 1 Revolution: The Science of Weight Without Shame with Dr. Alexandra Sowa
Jan 2701:00:17Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m joined again by Dr. Alexandra Sowa for an honest, and grounded conversation about weight, health, and the quiet mental noise so many women live with every day. We talk openly about GLP 1 medications and the complicated emotions tied to our bodies, food, and self worth. I share my own experience starting and stopping medication, the fear that creeps in late at night, the shame and stigma, and what surprised me most when the mental noise returned. We break down the science in a way that actually makes sense, from hormones and metabolism to why weight gain in midlife is so often blamed on willpower when it’s really about biology. We talk about side effects, safety, and the emotional weight women carry when they feel pressured to pretend it’s all just diet and exercise. Most importantly, we talk about how these medications don’t just change appetite. For many people, they quiet the constant negative self talk that has been running in the background for years. This episode is not about shortcuts or quick fixes. It’s about removing shame, understanding your body, and learning that needing support is not a failure. It’s about choosing compassion over punishment and trusting yourself again. You are not broken. You are not failing. And you are not alone. You can find out more here: https://alexandrasowamd.com/ This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #WeightWithoutShame #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthPodcast #ComplexPTSD #BodyTrust #GLP1 #HormonesAndHealth #MidlifeHealth #FoodNoise #HealingJourney #WomenSupportingWomen #CompassionOverShame #MentalHealthAwareness #GriefAndHealing #YouAreNotBroken Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →When Support Turns Toxic: Navigating Adult Bullying and Friendship Loss with Dr. Noelle Santorelli
Jan 2001:03:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down again with clinical psychologist Dr. Noelle Santorelli for a conversation that feels especially important. We talk about adult bullying, relational aggression, and the deep grief that can come from losing friendships and a sense of belonging, particularly within mom groups and close communities. This episode is rooted in mental health and grief, because these losses change how safe the world feels and how we see ourselves. I share openly about why I started this podcast. A devastating friend breakup in 2020 collided with unresolved childhood trauma and brought me to one of the lowest points of my life. What began as subtle exclusion slowly became isolation and public humiliation, leaving me without a community I believed was safe. The shame, loneliness, and grief that followed were overwhelming, especially during COVID, and that loss carried a weight I did not expect. Dr. Santorelli explains why these group dynamics are so harmful and why it is never as simple as just leaving. When kids are involved, fear, guilt, and judgment keep women stuck far longer than they should be. We talk about betrayal trauma, victim blaming, and the cycle many toxic groups follow, and why reacting after months of pressure does not make someone the problem. It makes them human. This episode is about trusting your experience, listening to your body, and choosing self preservation over fixing the narrative. Sometimes healing looks like quiet distance and protecting your energy. If you have ever felt pushed out, shamed, or silenced by people you hoped would support you, this conversation is for you. You can follow Dr. Noelle Santorelli here: https://www.instagram.com/drnoellesantorelli/ This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #grief #mentalhealth #friendshiploss #adultbullying #relationaltrauma #betrayaltrauma #toxicfriendships #toxicmomgroups #womensmentalhealth #emotionalabuse #socialexclusion #shameandhealing #traumarecovery #boundaries #selfpreservation #healingafterloss #belonging #identityandloss #nervoussystem #emotionalsafety #friendbreakups #communitytrauma #motherhoodandmentalhealth #choosingyourself #psychologicalsafety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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