Normal Gossip All Dogs Go To Therapy with Carvell Wallace
Dec 3, 2025
Carvell Wallace, a New York Times bestselling author and podcast host, explores the intricate dynamics of neighborly gossip and revenge. He shares a wild tale involving noisy dogs, escalating tensions, and motion sensor lights that spark a neighborhood feud. The discussion dives into how gossip can protect and bond communities, wrapped around hilarious anecdotes and surprising resolutions. Tune in for juicy stories about power dynamics and unexpected friendships formed in the midst of chaos.
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Neighborhood Drama Centered On 'Expensive' Dog
- New neighbors Gabby and Mason meet an enormous, expensive-looking Tibetan Mastiff named Ollie who repeatedly invades their yard and barks.
- Ollie's owners dress him lavishly but apparently neglected training, creating friction in the tightly spaced neighborhood.
Hypocrite Encounter At An Actor's Office
- Carvell Wallace describes meeting a couple on a swingers site where the husband insisted his wife not be told.
- The husband turned out to be a conservative hypocrite, which left the storyteller conflicted about outing him.
Verify Before You Take Sides
- When neighbors conflict, check multiple perspectives instead of accepting one narrative as gospel.
- Ask around and gather facts before siding with one household to avoid unnecessary escalation.