This Is Actually Happening

Ann Kronlage, a survivor of a critical and violent home life, shares her experiences of suffering a freak electrocution and the shocking impact it had on her and her family. She discusses complex family dynamics, emotional repression, a terrifying car accident, and the journey of confronting pain, finding strength, and discovering a new identity.

A bullied woman struggles with toxic relationships and moves into a haunted house, experiencing paranormal encounters and feeling hunted. She eventually seeks therapy to address her PTSD and finds healing.

Guest Mev Chubet, growing up in a strict Persian-Indian-American family, shares her journey of rebellion, unexpected connections, and ultimately leaving her family for love. She reflects on the transformative impact of her decision and the importance of making your own choices.

Daniel Norwood, a military veteran who escaped a world of gangs and drugs, battles with PTSD and TBI. Topics include overcoming adversity, tough choices, reflections on combat, struggles with mental health and addiction, a traumatic experience in a treatment facility, and reflections on prison, guilt, and forgiveness.

Olivia Armond, who experienced a chaotic upbringing and chronic depression, shares her struggles with postpartum psychosis, including paranoia, hallucinations, and being admitted to a mental hospital. She discusses her journey of recovery, sensory experiences, and the healing power of God's love.

A woman with a severe eating disorder and addiction finds inspiration in the strength of a religious community and a woman who has beaten the odds, but when the illusions begin to crumble, a deeper source of strength emerges. They discuss authoritarian upbringing, struggling with an eating disorder, the influence of Amanda C. Riley, betrayal, deception, and redemption. Contact information for Lindsey Wilder and podcast recommendations are also provided.

Matthew Fanning, a man who grew up in poverty and found an outlet in a racist metal band, pursues an unlikely marriage with a wife who has 21 personalities. The podcast dives into topics such as childhood trauma, personal resilience, dissociative identity disorder, and the struggles of supporting a partner with multiple personalities.

A woman's husband's addiction threatens their family, leading them to explore plant medicine for healing; a darker truth is revealed. The episode delves into childhood trauma, becoming a single mom, doubts before marriage, and the decision to try ayahuasca. It also touches on intense behavioral changes, the intersection of mental health and substance abuse, and the importance of self-acceptance.

Jon Romano, a man who faced abuse at a young age, discusses his unseen emptiness and the act of violence that resulted. Topics include sexual abuse, gun violence, suicidal thoughts, and finding support in the community after a dark past. The podcast also touches on a horrifying incident at the speaker's high school and a violent attack at a homeless shelter.

Going from a highly privileged family to college at Princeton to a career as the first male supermodel, Hoyt Richards was truly living the dream, but as he fell deeper under the influence of magnetic mentor, he started living a secret life that threatened to consume him.Today’s episode featured Hoyt Richards. If you want to dive deeper into many of the elements Hoyt touched on in this episode, and hear more from him, he also has his own incredible podcast called WhaTheFlok?! – Cult Survival Stories, co-hosted by Chele Roland, where they feature experts, guests and speak to their personal histories, sharing cult survival stories and exposing the underbelly of how cults use indoctrination to kidnap the mind and hijack the soul. You can check out the podcast wherever you listen or on whatheflok.com. You can also find out more about Hoyt on Instagram @hoytrich and if you would like to contact him, you can email him through his manager Rebecca Kitt at rebeccakitt@mac.com.  Producers: Whit Missildine, Andrew Waits, Jason Blalock Content/Trigger Warnings: verbal abuse, religious trauma, cult experience, death and dying, explicit language Social Media: Instagram: @actuallyhappeningTwitter: @TIAHPodcast Website: thisisactuallyhappening.com Website for Andrew Waits: andrdewwaits.comWebsite for Jason Blalock: jasonblalock.com Support the Show: Support The Show on Patreon: patreon.com/happening Wondery Plus: All episodes of the show prior to episode #130 are now part of the Wondery Plus premium service. To access the full catalog of episodes, and get all episodes ad free, sign up for Wondery Plus at wondery.com/plus Shop at the Store: The This Is Actually Happening online store is now officially open. Follow this link: thisisactuallyhappening.com/shop to access branded t-shirts, posters, stickers and more from the shop.  Transcripts: Full transcripts of each episode are now available on the website, thisisactuallyhappening.com Intro Music: ""Illabye" – TipperMusic Bed: “Cylinder Four” – Chris Zabriskie ServicesIf you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources: National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.